At Macstock, Mike Schmitz turns the tables and interviews Chuck Joiner about favorite memories from the event. They review the gathering’s beginnings after Macworld, the friendships formed and renewed each year, memorable moments and how some of the strongest connections come unexpectedly. A big part of Macstock is the the inspiration attendees take home; Mike […]

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This Road to Macstock features a discussion with Brian Hensen about his evolving role as the event's master of ceremonies. From speaker wrangler to stage host. Brian previews how this year’s Macstock will let him spotlight the people who inspire him, comments on the event’s welcoming Apple community, and reflects on the value of shared learning, speaker preparation, podcasting, and personal connections that are at the core of the Macstock experience.

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The Road to Macstock stops to talk to Paula Marie Davis, who previews her first Macstock appearance and the path that led her from longtime Mac user and wellness coach to launching Ditch the Dogma with Ecamm. She explains why creators need to care for the person running the tech stack, how conference inspiration can become post-event exhaustion, and how movement, time mapping, and small wellness practices can support energy, creativity, and follow-through. 

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