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Grey has found a fellow Greycation enthusiast. Also, there are new iPhones and Apple Watches, offering more discussion topics than anticipated. A conversation about browser tabs takes place, and Myke is grappling with 'The Fear'.

Grey reflects on his recent Greycation while grappling with chaos. Myke is keen to explore a major update to Grey's mailing list. Additionally, they discuss how to determine if a change in business is critical.

Grey is in conflict with a thermostat, while Myke has finished his assignment on Mood Tracking. Myke discusses the challenge of juggling the workloads of two businesses, and your hosts take you behind the scenes of a Cortex Brand meeting, revealing their concerns about a significant bet they are about to undertake.

Grey has had to vacate his garage office, Myke wants to thank Cortexans, Cortex joins the Notion Nation, and Myke has hired a personal assistant. Also, a lightning round of exciting Beta features.

Myke got to try out the Apple Vision Pro – in an exclusive hands-on experience at Apple Park. On this episode, he recounts his entire experience to Grey and talks about what it could mean for the future of computing.

Grey gets a promotion, and is trying to tame chaos. Myke gets some important news during the recording. They also cannot resist more discussion on backpacks, as well as answering some Ask Cortex questions on 'why you should always have tasks left over at the end of the day', and 'why they do not want to build an app'.

Myke and Grey talk about the devices they've chosen to get things done in their lives. From their office set ups, to their everyday carry items, to their entertainment devices, fitness products, and more.

Myke and Grey bought Meta Quest Pro headsets and have been using them for their Cortex Brand meetings. They talk about their experiences with the hardware, the software they used, and their feelings on VR as a tool for work.

Grey has a new 'office', Myke is using Obsidian, and they both reflect on how 'work' and 'weekend' are treating them.

Grey wants to get serious, Myke has been struggling with a project, and they both tell the story of the Sidekick Notepad.

Grey is focusing on health, Myke has left Twitter, and they've both used ChatGPT.

Grey had an unexpected year, Myke has been making progress, and they both share their Yearly Themes for 2023.

Grey is going deep on Focus Modes, Myke will not switch, and they both share the apps and services they have been using most over the past year.

Grey has seen some things he wished he hadn't, Myke tries to work out his alignment, and they both have a lot more to say on AI Art.

Grey explores collaboration again, Myke is getting ready for the Podcastathon. and they both discuss the ethics of AI art.

Grey released his new video, Myke has collaboration questions, and they both dig in to what upload gaps can mean for content creators.

Grey had COVID, Myke had COVID, and they both share how this has changed their plans for the year.

Grey has requests, Myke has COVID, and they both talk about their favourite things from WWDC 2022.

Grey is obsessed with City Stuff, Myke is struggling with 'Corporate Speak', and they both consider switching jobs.

Grey is struggling with mail, Myke is struggling to understand the top 1000, and they both discuss the 'YouTube Shorts' format.

Grey is back in Hawaii, Myke had a run-in with the universe, and they both are failing to get their inboxes under control.

Grey is being normal, Myke has been tinkering with titles, and they both talk about their travel bag setups.

Grey published a new video, Myke has thoughts on categories, and they both share some feelings about pressure.

Grey is finding the formula, Myke reflects on time, and they both finally make some comparisons.

Grey is wondering about season breaks, Myke was feeling apprehensive, and they both share their Yearly Themes for 2022.

Grey wants to talk about Focus, Myke is unhappy with communication, and they both discuss the tools and services they use for 'State of the Apps 2022'.

Grey succesfully travelled, Myke is very excited about his new iPad mini, and they both have their eyes on a new professional computer.

Grey is getting ready for travel, Myke is getting ready to fill some balloons, and they both have more to say about the Replication Crisis.

Grey has an issue with four hundred thousand files, Myke is preparing the balloons, and they both read 'Thinking, Fast and Slow'.

Grey has never been more wrong, Myke is wondering about his dream office, and they both consider how motivated they are.

Grey is getting back in to Magic, Myke got the app he wanted, and they both feel excited by WWDC21.

Grey is on a campaign for human decency, Myke has finished a project, and they both consider the effect of their work.

Grey found a flowchart, Myke discovered something new about himself, and they both share their experiences with live streaming.

Grey has settled on a notes app, Myke has set a limit, and they both share some mysterious numbers.

Grey has created a strict file workflow, Myke had to cross his fingers, and they both divulge their Screen Crimes.

Grey had a snow day, Myke had a scheduling complaint, and they both talk about judging audience reactions to creative work.

Grey has been moving everything around, Myke is trying to manage stock, and they both have guidance to give on Yearly Themes.

Grey might not be ready yet, Myke is relieved to have a project finished, and they both share their Yearly Themes for 2021.

Grey continues his note taking quest, Myke keeps bumping into kanban, and they both discuss the tools they use for 'State of the Apps 2021'.

Grey struggled to make a decision, Myke is back in lockdown, and they are both excited about the promise of new Macs.

Grey welcomes a widgety world, Myke is happy with his big phone decision, and they both show off their iOS 14 Home Screens.

Grey has a new office, Myke is working with balloons, and they are both finding ways to adjust.

Grey has shuffled his schedule, Myke tried to leave Google Docs, and they both experience a monumental discovery about note-taking.

Grey has made some big home office changes, Myke has a new Yearly Theme, and they both question collaboration tools.

Grey wants to know what's going on, Myke is changing things up, and they both talk about WWDC 2020.

Grey is doing good, Myke is busier than ever, and they both talk about how to live and work entirely at home.

Grey and Myke delve into the core elements of their own productivity: task management, email, time-tracking, communication and calendars. They discuss their approach to each of these pillars and the tools that allow them to manage them effectively.

Grey returns to a virtual reality, Myke is obsessed with his desert island, and they both talk about how their working lives have been affected by a global pandemic.

Grey questions the narrator, Myke is in a commemorative mood, and they both watched 'Inside Bill's Brain'.

Grey got a gift he cannot use, Myke is still outfitting Mega Studio, and they both discuss clarity in projects.

Grey has been doing headphone testing, Myke has a big new project, and they are both dealing with sizeable disruptions.

Grey keeps changing his set up, Myke has a new wireless charger, and they both follow up on Yearly Themes.

Grey has a brand new Yearly Theme, Myke has been thinking of one for months, and they both discuss why Yearly Themes are better than resolutions.

Grey has settled on a writing tool, Myke has refined his research workflow, and they both discuss their favourite software for 'State of the Apps 2020'.

Grey gets a tech news update, Myke is looking back, and they both answer some #askcortex questions.

Grey is back on the internet, Myke is upset about mischief, and they both got some new devices.

Grey is stuck in a time paradox, Myke shares how many journals he ordered, and they both watch Jiro Dreams of Sushi.

Grey went on a wild goose chase for a new video, Myke has a huge livestream coming up, and they both talk about working through tough projects.

Grey needs recommendations, Myke tests a new ergonomic arrangement, and they both answer some #askcortex questions.

Grey tested his resolve, Myke is struggling with manufacturing, and they both talk about their current bag setup.

Grey got Maps, Myke got an operating system, and they both created a journal.

Grey is back in the desert, Myke is excited about a new app, and they both have expectations for WWDC.

Grey published a vlog, Myke is back to Mega Office, and they both know what day starts the week.

Grey sparks joy, Myke is thinking about career length, and they both answer some #askcortex questions.

Grey broke a routine, Myke dealt with a huge deadline, and they both watched 7 Days Out: Eleven Madison Park.

Grey's had some time to himself, Myke was cold, and they both compare their Screen Time statistics.

Grey has some project updates, Myke is feeling a little sad, and they both watch 'The American Meme'.

Grey conquered a deadline, Myke is in love all over again, and Slack has a new logo.

Grey has a theme for 2019, Myke has two themes for 2019, and they both discuss why Yearly Themes are important to them.

Grey has a terrible to-do hack, Myke is going back to PodCon, and they both discuss their favourite software for 'State of the Apps 2019'.

Grey has something to say about the iPad, Myke did something for the first time in a decade, and they both read The Effective Executive.

Grey is having some watch face issues, Myke refuses to sleep, and they both consider ‘who’s the boss?’.

Myke has lots of music to share, Grey unveils the mystery of his Home Screen, and they both have new Apple Devices.

Myke wants to make some changes, Grey is taking a break, and they are both excited about some big announcements.

Myke is perplexed with corporate branding, Grey has learned more than he wanted about USB-C, and they both answer #ASKCORTEX questions on how to get the career you want, how to start being productive, and to find out who could live longest in the woods.

Myke got a Roomba, Grey has found peace with his to-do system, and they are both very excited about the Shortcuts beta.

Myke is getting married and reveals the mystery of his watch, Grey is intrigued about iOS 12 Notifications, and they both talk about the listeners of Cortex.

Grey is excited about scooters, Myke had a monumental week, and they both have lots of thoughts about WWDC.

Grey needs more storage space, Myke built a gaming PC (nice!), and they both talk about what they want to see at WWDC.

Grey publishes a YouTube video that's _a tad different_, Myke has made some changes to his journal, and they both discuss experimenting with new ways of doing things.

Grey is having some charging troubles, Myke questions the benefit of courses, and they both talk about how they use the Apple Pencil.

Myke has read _Triggers_, Grey tries to deal with a backlog, and they have amazing new merch available.

Myke has started a journal, Grey switched back to something, and they both answer some #askcortex questions.

Grey is bringing order to task management, Myke is back to colourful backgrounds, and they both watched _6 Days to Air_.

Grey has an iMac Pro, Myke has thoughts about vlogging, and they both have Yearly Theme updates.

Myke has completed a 'Year of Less', Grey has completed a 'Year of Redirection', and they both have their 2018 Themes ready to go.

Myke went to PodCon, Grey doesn't write articles anymore, and they both name their favourite software for 'State of the Apps 2018'.

Grey has played Stardew Valley, Myke is taking stock of his technology, and they both have new iPhones.

Grey uses a YouTube limitation to his advantage, Myke is nervous about an event, and they both read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Grey moves office again, Myke wants to play a new farming game, and they both answer your #askcortex questions.

Myke is waiting for a delivery, Grey evangelizes napping, and they both have thoughts about the iPhone X.

Myke is very tired, Grey has many frustrations, and they both need to assess how iOS 11 will change their iPad Homescreens.

Grey has made a grown up acquisition, Myke is having a laundry situation, and they both discuss working effectively in different locations.

Grey thinks the end is nigh, Myke is making preperations, and they both review Homescreens from the past.

Myke is getting ready for a big trip, Grey recorded a Vlog, and they both give some thoughts on the updated #MultiPadLifestyle.

Myke got his wish, Grey gives Apple a performance review, and they both receive a magic box.

Grey spills the beans, Myke gets to gloat, and they both want to define _productivity_.

Grey is a live streamer, Myke tries to resist making a clip show, and they both celebrate 50 episodes of Cortex

Grey published a YouTube video, Myke is losing control, and they talk about Apple’s silence a few days before they make an announcement.

Grey took a secret photo, Myke took a chance, and they both cannot agree on how long you should stick it out.

Grey is a leaf on the wind, Myke shares his thoughts on Todoist, and they both share their experiences on hiring and applying.

Grey turns to pen and paper, Myke switches to Todoist, and they both share what they wanted to be when they grew up.

Grey talks about the past few months, Myke is thinking about graphs, and they both provide more thoughts on time tracking.

Myke has started tracking his work time, Grey has started tracking all time, and they both talk about their themes for 2017.

Myke discovered his ranking, Grey will not switch, and they both answer #askcortex questions before the Cortexmas season begins.

Grey heard a pop, Myke went to Ikea, and they both are frustrated with notifications.

Myke is dealing with house renovations, Grey is making lots of videos, and they both answer some questions about how this show is made.

Grey finally finished a big project, Myke bought a ticket to Vidcon, and they are both very excited about a piece of paper.

Grey's productivity is being disrupted, Myke is giving in to the tropes of Youtube, and they both played PewDiePie's Tuber Simulator.

Myke is starting a Youtube channel, Grey's office is ruined, and they both share their current phone homescreens.

Myke is very excited about stickers, Grey is happy with the MacBook Adorable, and they both try to get their head around Youtube Demonitization.

Myke deals with disruptions, Grey had a successful summer, and they both discover the world's largest Youtuber.

Grey wants more vacations, Myke gets overwhelmed, and they both learn to work better together.

Grey got help with animation, Myke imagines trucking in VR, and they both get distracted by keyboards with rainbow LEDs.

Grey has finished conferencing, Myke's ready to give advice, and they both are upset with Evernote.

Myke holds an event, Grey experiences open offices, and they both had a VR experience.

Grey buys a travel computer, Myke keeps making new podcasts, and they both discuss collaborating with others.

Grey got through the video submissions, Myke keeps the wheel turning, and they both celebrate a special occasion.

Grey has opened up job applications, Myke is intrigued by Dvorak keyboards and they both get sucked in to _yet another_ new email app.

Myke fixes problems, Grey automates his to-do list, and they both discuss hiring people.

Grey suffers with RSI problems, Myke bought an iPad, and they both go trucking across America.

Grey is frustrated with to-do apps, Myke is frustrated by passport control, and they both take another look at their homescreens.

Myke is ruined, Grey (maybe) gets an office, and they both read Creativity Inc.

Myke stayed up too late, Grey shares his calendaring philosophy, and they are both relieved about a change of course.

Grey went on another 'Workcation', Myke just wants to share, and they both have more to say about the Apple Pencil.

Myke is sick, Grey hits two million YouTube subscribers, and they are both very upset about Apple Pencil support in iOS 9.3.

Grey wants to do less, Myke has a new toy, and they both read _The E-Myth Revisited_.

Grey comes back to the internet, Myke is thinking about New Year's Resolutions, and they both answer some #AskCortex questions.

Grey gets a battery, Myke loses Mailbox, and they both consider what their future computers could be.

Grey published a video, Myke played some video games, and they both had hipster coffee.

Grey takes time away from the Internet, Myke takes time away from Twitter, and they both get an iPad Pro.

Myke makes an official statement, Grey drives a truck across Europe, and they both discuss sharing responsibilities in their business.

Myke explains beard oil, Grey mourns the loss of his iMac, and they both discuss the moral minefield of ad blocking.

Myke makes judgments about Grey's musical choices, Grey explains how he is working with his personal assistant to manage email, and they both lament the current state of email apps.

Myke is jet-lagged, but Grey wants to know all about XOXO. Grey is intrigued about the iPad Pro, and Myke wants to talk about iOS 9. Grey shares a theory about the 16GB iPhone, Myke listens.

Grey describes the 'Rule of Two', Myke wants to know how the 'UK explained' video became a success, and they both discuss Netflix's hiring policies, branding, and ASMR videos.

This week Grey and Myke get *very* excited about their new computer mice, before sharing more of their views on if it's easier to become an internet personality today, and what you need to do to get there.

This time Grey and Myke tackle various ways to get audiobooks in to Overcast, discuss the creation of _Alphabet_, and cover the tools and processes Grey uses to create the animation for his videos.

This time Grey has a Home screen disaster and Myke admits how he plays Prison Architect, before going on to talk about writing scripts for Youtube videos, and their thoughts on outlining and mind mapping.

This week Grey and Myke talk about how they deal with travelling, before answering important questions like; 'what Coffee does Grey drink?', 'what advice would you give for someone that wants to be self employed?', and 'Kirk or Picard?'.

More on email! Grey talks about some big changes in his personal email system, and Myke shares his top-tips for avoiding the email you don't want to deal with. Finally, Grey talks about his impressions of using the iOS 9 public beta.

This week Grey and Myke discuss why it’s important to have hobbies, before beginning to tackle the discussion of Email.

After trying to find ways to deal with unbearable heat, Grey and Myke discuss how they like to spend their time away from work, and put the 'Great Perspective Zoom Debate' to rest.

This week Myke and Grey discuss iPad Portrait layout complications, how Grey deals with posting new videos to Youtube, and the necessity of checklists (even if you don't think you need them). Myke also launches the 'Great Perspective Zoom Debate', and Grey talks about starting a fashion label.

This time, Grey and Myke answer questions from listeners, while addressing topics like the utility of the iPad, notification badges, and whether you should have a web browser on your phone.

This week Myke and Grey talk about working environments, what is the ideal and how different places can shape the work performed in them.

This week, Myke quizzes Grey about the devices he uses to get his work done, and Grey gets very disappointed about how Myke arranges his iPhone.