In this episode, we honor the teaching legacy of the late, great John Panarese by exploring System Settings on macOS through the lens of VoiceOver. John believed that understanding System Settings was essential to truly mastering the Mac—not just using it, but controlling it.

Guided by John’s clear, practical teaching style, this episode breaks down how System Settings is organized, how to navigate it efficiently with VoiceOver, and where the most important accessibility, keyboard, sound, and system-level options live. Listeners will learn how these settings directly affect VoiceOver behavior, system performance, and everyday productivity.

The discussion emphasizes developing a mental map of System Settings, using search effectively, and making intentional adjustments rather than relying on defaults. As John often taught, small, well-informed changes in System Settings can eliminate frustration, improve consistency, and make the Mac work the way you think.

Whether you are new to VoiceOver or a seasoned Mac user, this episode reflects John Panarese’s enduring philosophy: the more you understand the system beneath VoiceOver, the more confident, efficient, and independent you become on the Mac.

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In this special episode, we honor the legacy and teaching style of John Panarese by diving deep into one of the most powerful—and often underused—tools on the Mac: the VoiceOver Utility.

Presented through John’s practical, no-nonsense approach, this session explains why the VoiceOver Utility is the key to moving beyond default settings and truly taking control of VoiceOver. Listeners will learn how to customize speech and verbosity to reduce clutter, optimize navigation for real-world workflows, and use keyboard commands to work faster and more confidently on macOS.

The episode also explores how thoughtful adjustments to audio, feedback, and braille settings can transform VoiceOver into a personalized productivity system. Emphasis is placed on revisiting and refining settings over time, a core principle John taught throughout his career.

Whether you are new to VoiceOver or an experienced Mac user looking to sharpen your skills, this episode reflects John Panarese’s enduring belief that mastery comes from understanding how VoiceOver works—and making it work for you.

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John Panarese was a respected mentor, educator, and pioneer in accessible technology whose work empowered countless blind and low-vision users to confidently use the Mac with VoiceOver. Known for his clear teaching style and deep technical insight, John had a unique ability to make complex concepts practical, efficient, and approachable. In honoring his legacy, we are sharing a selection of his classic recordings—timeless resources that continue to educate and inspire.

Getting the Most Out of Your Mac with VoiceOver

In this presentation, John Panarese walks users through practical strategies for maximizing productivity on macOS using VoiceOver. He focuses on efficient navigation, keyboard-driven workflows, customization, and real-world usage tips that help users move beyond basics and truly master their Mac. This session reflects John’s enduring commitment to excellence, independence, and accessible computing.

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• This podcast introduces The Sound Crafters , a newly formed audio editing team focused on collaborative, high-quality sound production. The show provides listeners with an inside look at how the team works together—sharing perspectives, debating platforms and software, and refining their workflow through thoughtful, multi-track editing.

Each episode features open dialogue as team members bounce ideas off one another, evaluate tools and technologies, and discuss best practices in audio editing and post-production. From selecting the right editing platforms to managing complex multi-track sessions, the conversations highlight both the technical and creative decision-making behind polished audio.

Professional, approachable, and informative, this podcast is ideal for content creators, editors, and audio enthusiasts interested in how collaborative audio teams operate and how great sound is crafted through teamwork and expertise.

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This episode may be running a little late, but it’s worth the wait! We dive into September’s big keynote, break down the newest product releases, and talk about the excitement of the current training season. Matt from TTJTech.biz drops in to share his insights, hot takes, and thoughts on several iOS features.

Grab a seat, relax, and enjoy this action-packed, info-filled episode!

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In this episode of TechTalk, we welcome the Gasmen Brothers and Marcus Manning as they share their insights from the CSUN conference. They’ll discuss what stood out, what fell short, emerging technologies with real potential, and aspects that may not be worth the hype—offering their candid perspectives on the event as a whole.

Next, we sit down with Matt Vollbrecht from TTJTech.biz to explore the latest Apple products, weigh in on industry rumors, and dive into the broader conversation surrounding AI and its future. Plus, much more!

Tune in for expert opinions, engaging discussions, and the latest in tech innovation. text

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This podcast was a difficult one to record and edit. John Panarese was such a great person, the best instructor, my mentor, and friend. We take this time to celebrate his life, remember what he meant to us, and the things he did for the blind community. If you’re not a believer, or just want to skip to the comments section of this podcast, then go to the 24 minute mark. Enjoy this celebration of life of the great John Panarese

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It’s been a while. But SturItUp and TTJTech are back with some TechTalk. We discuss the upcoming training season, remember all courses are free99, you just need to register. We also review the Apple Watch 10series, and a few other products we have tested. Finally we discuss the Apple keynote, products and software announced, and what we think of them, even give it a grade. Later this week, there will be a break down of the highlighted IOS18 features, pointing some of them out, so you don’t have to search for them.

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TehcTalk is back. Matt Vollbrecht from TTJTech services stops by, and we review apple’s latest products, give our thoughts on updated devices and accessories, and  summarize the free courses. SturItUp and TTJTech have been working together for a long time on many projects. We tell the story on how we met, how our businesses were created, and what we have gained from working as a team. SturItUp.com TTJTech.biz

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