Connected - Podcast Rankings and reviews

I’ve been listening to Connected for over 10 years, and it’s been a consistent, thoughtful, and entertaining part of my weekly podcast routine. The chemistry between Federico, Myke, and Stephen is unmatched—they balance deep Apple insight with humor and personality in a way that always keeps me coming back. I especially look forward to the draft and prediction episodes before each Apple Keynote and at the start of the new year. They’re a fun mix of speculation, tradition, and inside jokes that long-time listeners will appreciate. Highly recommended for any Apple enthusiast.

Connected strikes a rare balance between entertaining banter and genuinely useful tech discussion. Stephen, Myke, and Federico bring a distinct personality and perspective, which keeps things engaging without ever feeling chaotic. Whether they’re covering Apple news, software tools, or personal workflows, the conversation is always thoughtful and grounded. Even when I don’t agree with everything, I appreciate the honesty and the respect they show for the audience. Highly recommended for anyone interested in tech with a human touch.

Stephen, Myke, and Federico have really hade a fun show in Connected. Over the years they've added more bits and gotten looser, making this one of my most fun listens every week, while also remaining sharp and smart with their commentary about tech and Apple.

They also are standup humans who care about the rights of all people, which means quite a lot to me. Other reviews lambast them for sometimes getting political, but them speaking up makes me feel safer when listening to them.

Folks who bemoan Myke are missing the forest for the trees. He is the emotional, jokey heart of the show that keeps his also funny but more prone to serious-spiraling co-hosts a float in the only tech podcast my most ardently non-techie family members will listen to.

The only real downside is the current AI arc they're on before that ugly bubble bursts. Only time I ever skip. Bit of a backhanded compliment actually given their ad-reads are so chill, relaxing, and never auto-inserted-garbage, never mind letting them play.

I used to look forward to this show every single week for its fun and unique chemistry between the hosts, but over the last few months it’s become mostly about boosting AI. What happened to the Federico or a year ago who was writing letters to congress about the theft of these AI companies? It’s super disappointing to see these three people give into boosting this planet destroying “technology”. I genuinely hope the three come back to their senses and snap out of the spell AI has them trapped in.