I hope that the Podcasts stays at least as good or even better. But sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do.
The last 7 years have been brilliant, best of luck for the future @ismh86 and thanks for everything you’ve given to MPU.
@ismh86 we wish you luck in everything you do. Thank you for being a part of my weekly MPU addiction, a source of so much positivity and wisdom, and introducing me to St Jude. Also we all look forward to a yearly “State of the Workflow” visit to MPU ![]()
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@ismh86, thank you for all you’ve given to this community, the podcast, and even-handed moderation-light for this forum. You’ll be missed and always welcome.
Katie
Thank you for all the years Stephen!
Congrats on making your choice Stephen. I’ll miss your cheerful voice and sharp thinking.
Good luck on all your future endeavors, Stephen.
@ismh86 I just heard the news on the episode. I am very sorry to hear that Stephen is leaving the show. He was a fantastic co-host.
In the film Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, Spock is preparing for retirement from Starfleet. The story is set toward the end of his career, and he is ready to pass his responsibilities to the next generation. He mentors Lieutenant Valeris, a fellow Vulcan, as his replacement, believing she has the potential to carry on his work.
So Stephen, I leave you with the words of Valeris:
SPOCK: “This will be my final voyage on board this vessel as a member of her crew. Nature abhors a vacuum. I intend you to replace me.”
VALERIS: “I can only succeed you, sir. I could never replace you.”
You will be succeeded by the other Stephen, but you will never be replaced.
Big news! Time has flown since 2019. Stephen, your tenure on MPU has been excellent. Welcome, new Stephen!
Sorry to hear the news of Stephen’s departure. Best wishes to you @ismh86 and thanks for your role in making MPU an excellent podcast.
A bit timey-wimey, a bit wibbly-wobbly. Like all good regenerations, new faces arrive, old friends reappear, and the story keeps going. I’m sure we’ll see a few drop-ins as the timelines cross. Good luck in your next chapter!
I really enjoyed all your thoughtful takes and contributions over the years @ismh86 - thank you!! Best of luck on your next chapter and can’t wait for your next guest appearance on MPU ![]()
Echoing all the thanks to Stephen @ismh86 !
I thoroughly enjoy your takes and measured approach to all things Apple. I’m very, very thankful you are keeping Connected and are not backing out of podcasting altogether.
Very good run here, sir — best of luck as you continue to balance work and life!
Good luck, @ismh86, you will be sorely missed.
At least with new Stephen also a Ubiquiti/UniFi fan, the world order remains balanced ![]()
I started listening right at the beginning of the Stephen #1 era. It’s always been awesome and wish nothing but the best for the future. @ismh86 will be missed!
Happily welcoming the beginning of the Stephen #2 era. I used to listen to Stephen Robles back when he was on the Apple Insider podcast and found him to be quite good there. I think we’re in for a treat in this next MPU era!
Congratulations Stephen! You will be missed but it’s clear you need to do what you gotta do. Mr Robles is a fantastic addition to the network so great call there.
Big Katie Floyd energy here bringing Star Trek to the party ![]()
So, so happy he’s joining Relay!
@ismh86, thanks Stephen. Sorry to see you go. I was just getting used to not calling you “the new guy” in my head. Good luck.