Scott Sheppard takes a lighthearted look at what's new and exciting in the world of the Macintosh computer in this one-hour weekly radio show. From the digital hub to the den of the Panther operating system, Scott is always on top of what is happening in the world of Macintosh and has his finger on the pulse of the industry. With a tasty serving of news, reviews, information, and interviews, Inside Mac is all Mac, all the time, and one of the unique tech shows on radio today.

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Inside Mac - January 10th 2004

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Peter Kirn - Mac Music - PowerPage

PETER KIRN is a composer and musician based in New York. His eclectic music ranges from "uptown" concert music for acoustic instruments to extensive vocal music to "downtown" electronic music and collaborative work with poets, dancers, and video. His music has been featured in festivals in New York, California, Oregon, Bucharest, and Korea, and on national Canadian television and French TV-5 in Europe. He's working towards a Ph.D. in composition at the City University of New York Graduate Center.

As a technology specialist as well as composer, Peter has been a featured technology lecturer and consultant. He has been faculty at Macworld CreativePro Conference & Expo, guest faculty at Sarah Lawrence College in electronic music, and has provided music technology consulting and training to K-12 and higher education institutions throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. He is currently a lecturer in computer music at Hunter College, technology advisor to the New Media Lab of the CUNY Graduate Center, and Editor-in-Chief of English content for the world's leading Mac music website, www.macmusic.org. His comparative review of music notation software is scheduled for the March issue of Keyboard Magazine.

Andrew Shalat - Macworld Magazine

Andrew Shalat is a recognized authority in digital design and illustration. Since 1985 he has been a designer and illustrator, and currently writes for Macworld magazine, Macworld.com, workingmac.com, and senior editor as OSXfaq.com. He is a columnist and feature writer for Cross Media Magazine, as well as several other publishing and technology publications. Much of his written work can be found online and in print.

He is an instructor of digital imaging and web design, and communication, has been a panelist and speaker at many Graphic Imaging and Design seminars, and continues to act as a design and marketing consultant and illustrator for several publications in that field.

His teaching experience also includes several years of writing instruction at Brandeis University (1982-1986).

Andrew Shalat specializes in website design and development, corporate identity programs, marketing materials, advertising concept and design, and illustration. His work spans the gamut of new media, from web site design to interactive multimedia to traditional print media.

Scott Sheppard - Executive Producer / Host

Scott Sheppard is the founder and editor of the popular Macintosh Web Site, http://www.OSXFAQ.com He is also a monthly Contributing Editor to Macworld UK magazine and produces a daily audio broadcast of Mac news and information on Inside Mac Radio.

Scott Sheppard previously hosted the Inside Mac Show broadcast by CNET Radio - KNEW 910 AM San Francisco.

Scott has been using Apple computers for more than 25 years, as well as spending many years as a Wintel user, giving him the unique perspective of having spent a lot of time on both sides of the computer fence.

Sam Levin - Co Host & Senior Mac Technologist

Sam Co-Founded the Stanford Mac Users' Group in 1985, and has worked with leading Macintosh developers on business development, licensing, and strategic market development. Sam Directed licensing initiatives for leading entertainment companies such as Virgin Interactive, Broderbund, and Mattel.

Sam has worked with numerous Mac companies such as: Aladdin, Apple, Broderbund, Connectix, IBM Multimedia, IXLA, Jiiva, Keyspan, Microsoft, MYOB, Meilenstein, Fathom Pictures, LandWare, Mattel, Nova Development, Totally Hip Software, Y-E Data and more.

Greg Douglas - Director of Network Operations

Gregory Douglas has fifteen years of experience in the radio, television and computer- related areas. He was the Director of Network Operations for Personal Achievement Radio, which included responsibilities for the production, operation and distribution of the "PAR" format. As the primary individual in charge of the on-air sound for "PAR", Mr. Douglas interacted with the motivational authors, Nightingale-Conant, ABC Radio Networks, PAR O & O's and affiliates and the broadcast talent. He pioneered the transition to digital for the flagship PAR studios. In addition, Mr. Douglas was M.I.S. Manager for Douglas Broadcasting Inc. where he was responsible for the traffic and business computer functions as well as the computer networking of DBI/PAR radio outlets.

Previously, he was the General Manager of DBI's Seattle operation and Station Manager at WBPS-AM in Boston. Also, Mr. Douglas has been involved in almost all areas of broadcasting, including traffic, business, engineering, production and sales.