<p>The holidays are here, even though they may look a little different this year. That means we are all on the hunt for unique, fun, and functional gifts for our family, friends, and ourselves. Our holiday gift guides are here to help take that stress off your plate. The first part of Gift Guide #1 has unique gifts selected by <strong>Brett Terpstra</strong>, <strong>David Ginsburg</strong>, and <strong>Kelly Guimont</strong>.</p>
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<h3>Show Notes:</h3>
<p><strong>Guests:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Brett Terpstra</strong> is a coder, writer and web developer. He works behind the scenes at blogs including Engadget, Joystiq and The Unofficial Apple Weblog. He also writes for The Unofficial Apple Weblog, and contributes to Macworld. Brett develops <a href="http://markedapp.com/">Marked</a> for Mac and recently co-authored<strong> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/60-mountain-lion-tips/id565956630">“60 Mountain Lion Tips”</a></strong> with David Sparks for the iBookstore. He discusses all things “nerd” on his podcasts,<strong> <a href="http://5by5.tv/systematic">Systematic</a> </strong>and <a href="http://esn.fm/overtired/"><strong>Overtired</strong></a>.You can find Brett as “ttscoff” on <a href="http://twitter.com/ttscoff"><strong>Twitter</strong></a>, and at his website,<strong> <a href="http://brettterpstra.com/">brettterpstra.com</a></strong>.</p>
<p><strong>David Ginsburg</strong> is the President of the<strong> <a href="http://nwou.com">Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group</a></strong>, and is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Find and follow him on Twitter as <a href="http://twitter.com/daveg65"><strong>@daveg65</strong></a>. You can also hear him share his knowledge on his podcast, <a href="http://intouchwithios.com/"><strong>In Touch With iOS</strong></a>.</p>
<p><strong>Kelly Guimont</strong> is a longtime Apple geek, sitting down (on a telephone book) in front of an Apple IIe in 1983. She can still hear the ticking of the ImageWriter. Thanks to the miracle of the adjustable leg desk, she no longer needs the phonebook. Kelly writes for <a href="http://macobserver.com"><strong>The Mac Observer</strong></a>, is the host of the <a href="http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/features/daily_observations_podcast/"><strong>Daily Observations Podcast</strong></a>, is co-host of<strong> <a href="http://www.aftershowpodcast.com/">The Aftershow</a></strong>, and yet still has more to say which she saves for <a href="http://twitter.com/verso"><strong>Twitter</strong></a> and <a href="https://micro.blog/verso"><strong>Micro.blog</strong></a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Links:</strong></p>
<p>Kelly Guimont’s picks:</p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/2TWpC3o">Selfie Stick & Tripod Fugetek</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.tombihn.com/collections/organizer-pouches/products/3d-organizer-cube-fabric-mesh?variant=20937938759">Tom Bihn 3D Organizer Cube</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3esGpob">Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB Cardioid Dynamic Microphone</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-tripod-microphone-stand-with-telescoping-boom/k40836000001000">Musician's Gear Tripod Microphone Stand with Telescoping Boom Black</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3oSlTSF">Wireless Charger,3 in 1 Qi-Certified Fast Wireless Charging Station Dock</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.apple.com/macbook-air/">MacBook with Apple Silicon</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.apple.com/macbook-pro-13/">MacBook Pro with Apple Silicon</a></p>
<p>David Ginsburg’s picks:</p>
<p><a href="https://function101.com/products/button-remote-for-apple-tv">Function101 Apple TV Remote</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.apple.com/homepod-mini/">Apple HomePod mini</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/32cRg0z">AUKEY Omnia 90W 3-Port MacBook Pro Charger with GaNFast Technology</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/32gjGqj">TiVo Stream 4</a><br /><br />Brett Terpstra’s picks:</p>
<p><a href="https://ohsnap.com/products/deskpower">ohsnap Desk Power Bundle</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3epFtAT">Webaround Big Shot Gen2 Portable Webcam Background</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/38crSM7">Binti: The Complete Trilogy</a> by Nnedi Okorafor (paperback)</p>
<p><a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/Binti-Audiobook/B010HEGGO2?qid=1604539675&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=YTRB851GJD63PYDXDDSS">Binti</a> by Nnedi Okorafor (Book 1 on <a href="https://amzn.to/2JCmZSm">Audible</a>)</p>
<p><a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/Binti-Home-Audiobook/B078J4JSQR?qid=1604539675&sr=1-3&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_3&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=YTRB851GJD63PYDXDDSS">Binti: Home</a> by Nnedi Okorafor (Book 2 on <a href="https://amzn.to/2JCmZSm">Audible</a>)</p>
<p><a href="https://www.audible.com/pd/Binti-The-Night-Masquerade-Audiobook/B07C62SD23?qid=1604539675&sr=1-2&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_2&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=YTRB851GJD63PYDXDDSS">Binti: The Night Masquerade</a> by Nnedi Okorafor (Book 3 on <a href="https://amzn.to/2JCmZSm">Audible</a>)</p>
<p>Zoom movie night (Zoom/Jitsi, Messages, Plex Watch Together et al)<br /><br /></p>
<p>Chuck Joiner’s picks:</p>
<p>A domain name and email package from <a href="https://hover.com/gg9S2MmO">Hover.com</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3p1Czr0">JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Bundle with Hardshell Protective Case</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/38958N7">HP 345495 Business Z27n G2 27" LED LCD Monitor</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/2I987u6">Dell UltraSharp U2720Q 27 Inch 4K UHD</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/38gIEtt">Blue Yeti USB Mic for Recording & Streaming on PC and Mac</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/2JCpaFw">Blue Yeti Nano Premium USB Mic for Recording and Streaming</a></p>
<p><a href="https://amzn.to/3l0ixKP">Microphone Stand for Blue Yeti and Blue Yeti Pro with Mic Windscreen and Double layered screen Pop Filter Heavy Duty Boom Scissor Arm Stands</a></p>
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