John Gruber
Mentioned in 23 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Founder and writer of the influential tech blog Daring Fireball, known for analysis and speculation about Apple's product announcements and strategy. Hosts The Talk Show podcast and co-hosts Dithering, where he discusses technology trends, device design preferences, and the economics of independent media. Frequently referenced across tech podcasts as a source of early insights and commentary on Apple's announcements and industry direction.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Windows Weekly (Audio) · May 7, 2026
WW 982: Don't Lick the Manta Rays - Breaking Down Microsoft's Earnings
“Created Markdown specification; mentioned as potential collaborator on Paul Therott's Markdown book”
All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 6, 2026
MacBreak Weekly 1023: Don't Be Contemptible
“Disputed MacRumors Vision Pro discontinuation claim; discussed spatial computing future with John Ternus”
Tech Brew Ride Home · May 5, 2026
Will AI Models Have To Be Reviews By The Government?
“Identified Y Combinator's significant financial stake in OpenAI and potential IPO windfall”
Hard Fork · Apr 24, 2026
Tim Cook’s Legacy + The Future of U.B.I. With Andrew Yang + HatGPT
“Wrote that Tim Cook's Trump relationship contradicts Steve Jobs' values and approach”
The Vergecast · Apr 24, 2026
AirPods, Touch Bars, and the rest of Tim Cook's legacy
“Guest discussing Apple succession, product legacy, and design philosophy; defends Cook's incremental innovation approach”
声动早咖啡 · Apr 23, 2026
咖啡豆｜苹果即将告别库克时代，新任掌门人正面临哪些关键转折？
“Noted tech analyst who assessed Tim Cook as potentially the most successful CEO in Apple's history”
MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Apr 15, 2026
MBW 1020: AirPods for Your Face - Is the MacBook Neo a Hit?
“Highlighted Glider classic revival story demonstrating AI-assisted legacy code modernization”
9to5Mac Happy Hour · Apr 2, 2026
AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued
“Wrote retrospective post about 2017 Mac Roundtable and Apple's pro product strategy”
Mac Power Users · Mar 1, 2026
838: iPhone Setup Showdown
“Referenced for his question about choosing between Mac and iPhone; influences discussion on device priority”
AppleInsider Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
MacBooks, MacBook Pro, and what Apple's launching in March, on the AppleInsider Podcast
“Tech analyst; mentioned as source of early speculation about Apple's March product announcements”
Accidental Tech Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
680: A Lot of Holes in That Cheese
“Daring Fireball author; speculated about Apple's week-long press release strategy for product announcements”
MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Feb 25, 2026
MBW 1013: Boopgate - Steve Jobs' 71st Birthday
“Daring Fireball author discussing March event predictions and macOS Tahoe concerns with Mark Gurman”
AppleInsider Podcast · Feb 20, 2026
March 4's Apple Experience, color MacBooks, and iOS 26.4 on the AppleInsider Podcast
“Tech analyst who speculated about Apple's five-day reveal cycle, which was widely reported as fact despite being speculation”
9to5Mac Happy Hour · Feb 19, 2026
Apple event confirmed, iOS 26.4 features, Apple AI devices
“Analyst whose comments on Apple event format and product announcements are referenced”
Mac Power Users · Feb 8, 2026
835: Farewell, Stephen
“Daring Fireball founder; first guest when Stephen joined Mac Power Users as co-host”
Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson · Jan 30, 2026
(Preview) Meta’s Plans to Spend $135 Billion, The ‘AI Bubble’ Bubble?, Why Hyperscalers Should NOT Invest in TSMC
“Dithering podcast host; noted Apple's outsourcing of AI to Google contradicts Tim Cook doctrine”
The Vergecast · Dec 28, 2025
Version History: iPhone 4
“Daring Fireball blogger; confirmed iPhone 4 leak authenticity; influential tech commentator”
Version History · Dec 14, 2025
iPhone 4: You're holding it wrong
“Daring Fireball blogger; confirmed iPhone 4 leak authenticity; reported Apple's efforts to recover lost phone”
Cortex · Dec 12, 2025
174: Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) – State of the Workflow
“Referenced as example of creator whose voice and review quality matter more to audience than publication speed”
The Vergecast · Dec 12, 2025
How to vibe-write a country hit
“Daring Fireball author; font expert discussing Times New Roman vs. Calibri accessibility debate and State Department policy”
The Talk Show With John Gruber · Nov 30, 2025
436: ‘Financial Boner’, With Tyler Hayes
“Host; skeptical of flip phones and foldables; advocates for traditional small form factors like iPhone mini”
The Talk Show With John Gruber · Nov 22, 2025
435: ‘Lincoln Bio Services’, With Stephen Robles
“Host; writer/podcaster at Daring Fireball; discusses independent media transition and creator economics”
Cortex · Nov 11, 2025
173: Hank Green – State of the Workflow
“Featured in bonus segment; founder of Daring Fireball tech blog; discussed sponsorship business model”