Category: The Ali and Macara Show Podcast
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“Slow Down: How Doing Nothing Makes Us Better Humans”, Sunday, Sept 21, 2025
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iOS 26 Feature Overview Ali shared his experience with iOS 26, highlighting new features like direct ringtone creation and a speech copying history in the rotor. They discussed the evolution of device connectivity and file transfer methods, noting how wireless and app-based methods have replaced traditional plug-and-play. Ali mentioned plans to demonstrate these iOS 26…
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“I Might Regret This”, for Monday, Sept, 15, 2025
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iOS and OS Updates Discussion Ali and Macara discussed the recent iOS and OS updates, with Ali expressing satisfaction with the improvements made to iPad functionality after initial beta issues. They highlighted Apple’s quick response in addressing problems as a key strength, and noted the interdependence between Apple and Google services. Ali shared excitement about…
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Books We Have Been Reading, Sunday, September 7, 2025
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Sunday Show Launch and Plans Ali and Macara launched their first Sunday show, discussing their reading plans for the week and sharing listener shoutouts. They briefly mentioned their favorite songs, including Bryan Adams’ “Run to You” and “Summer of ’69,” and planned to play a few commercials during the break. The hosts also teased upcoming…
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“Hope” By Terry Fox, Monday, September 1, 2025
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On today’s awesome show, Ali and Macara discussed the introduction of a new voiceover for their show by Rod Mawhood, who is also the host of the Niagara Sports Report and the PA announcer for the Niagara Ice Dogs. They mentioned plans to update intros and outros across the Broadcast Map Network, with the Books…
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“A Promised Land” Continuation, Monday, August 25, 2025
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On today’s fun-filled show, Ali and Macara discussed Barack Obama’s political journey, focusing on his initial hesitation and the internal conflicts he faced before running for the Senate. They highlighted the dual pressures Barack experienced: his own determination to pursue politics and Michelle’s initial reservations, which he addressed by seeking her approval. Macara noted the…
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“A Promised Land”, Monday, August 18, 2025
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Ali and Macara began their discussion of “A Promised Land”. With Macara noting aspects of Barack Obama’s character that come through in his anecdotes, as well as parallels between Michelle Obama’s and Barack’s tendencies to ask the difficult questions. Ali mentioned that Obama seemed to truly appreciate the opportunity to be president, and wondered what…
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Continuation of “Becoming”, Monday, August 11, 2025
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Aliasgar Moosa and Macara Slobodian are back with their show, bringing back tech news while continuing their book content. They highlighted various engagement platforms for listeners, including WhatsApp, Messenger, their website aliandmacarasbooks.ca, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms, along with a new feedback email at feedback@aliandmacarasbooks.ca. The main talking points included their discussion of Michelle Obama’s book…
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“Becoming”, Monday, August 4, 2025
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Macara Slobodian and Aliasgar Moosa discussed Michelle Obama’s memoir “Becoming,” appreciating its chronological format and insights into her introspective nature and experiences, including meeting Barack Obama and coping with a friend’s cancer diagnosis. They highlighted how the book’s title, “Becoming,” reflects the ongoing process of personal growth rather than a finite destination. Aliasgar Moosa announced…
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Books We Have Been Reading This Week, Monday, July 28, 2025
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Aliasgar Moosa and Macara Slobodian started the show by discussing the rapid passage of July and their return to the studio. Aliasgar Moosa shared insights from “High Road Leadership” about not “keeping score” and discussed his leadership philosophy, emphasizing fairness and clear explanations, which Macara Slobodian supported. Macara Slobodian also spoke about her current reading,…
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Books We Read on Vacation, Thursday, July 24, 2025
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Aliasgar Moosa and Macara Slobodian discussed their post-vacation reads, with Macara Slobodian mentioning “Hench” and “Daisy Jones and the Six,” and Aliasgar Moosa sharing insights on “Down and Back.” They explored character intentions and perceptions, noting that public figures often face unseen personal struggles, challenging the perception that fame equates to an easy life. The…
