Cortex is a show that explores how creative people think about their work — and how they get it done. Each episode dives into the workflows they follow, the apps and devices they depend on, and the habits that keep projects moving. Hosted by CGP Grey and Myke Hurley.
In this episode, CGP Grey and Myke Hurley discuss various topics, beginning with Myke's experience of publicly announcing his upcoming fatherhood and the outpouring of support he received. They delve into time tracking, with Myke sharing his plans to track "baby time" using a new focus mode on his devices, prompting a ...
In this podcast episode, the hosts explore the idea of yearly themes as a refreshing alternative to New Year's resolutions. They share their themes for 2024: Myke's "Year of People" and Grey's "Year of Small Improvements." Myke highlights his focus on team-building, which has enhanced workflow and project execution. Me...
In this episode of the Cortex podcast, the hosts share their frustrations with Apple's new AI-driven message suggestions, which they find to be unnatural and counterproductive, disrupting authentic communication in personal conversations. They also delve into the fast-changing world of AI search tools, weighing the pro...
In this episode of State of the Apps 2025, the hosts share insights into their app usage and home screen configurations. Speaker 1 utilizes a variety of to-do apps—Todoist, Reminders, Things, and Due—each tailored for specific tasks. In contrast, Speaker 2 prefers OmniFocus, taking advantage of its robust perspective s...
This podcast episode revisits the themes of Grey's 2013 video "Humans Need Not Apply," reflecting on the evolution of AI technology and its societal implications since then. Through discussions on self-driving cars, the polarization surrounding AI, and the nuances of its impact on employment and creativity, Grey and My...
This podcast episode covers a wide range of topics, including discussions on hardware, everyday carry, audio equipment, home automation, dog accessories, personal tech updates, e-ink devices, and travel recommendations. The hosts share their thoughts and experiences on various products, provide valuable insights and re...
This podcast episode explores the hosts' experiences with the Apple headset, particularly the Vision Pro, and its potential applications in different areas of their lives such as work, fitness, and personal routines. They discuss the headset's features, including its functionality as a "noodling computer" for casual us...
The podcast episode discusses various topics including the challenges of modifying a thermostat, the concept of a "graycation" as a dedicated work trip, the importance of uninterrupted work time for deep work and project execution, the benefits of using Squarespace for website building, the significance of St. Jude Chi...
This podcast episode explores various topics including the challenges of setting the temperature in a hotel room, the frustrations of centrally set air conditioning, manipulating thermostats for personal comfort, and the discussion of iOS 17 and mood tracking features. The episode also delves into the design and functi...
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