Upgrade 608: Pop and Lock
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Mar 23, 2026 
David Pogue, veteran technology writer and broadcaster, discusses his new book on Apple's first 50 years. He dives into product origin stories, Apple’s culture of secrecy and design, the making of the iPhone and PowerBook, and where Apple might head next with AI and health. Short, lively conversations about archival access and Steve Jobs’ lasting influence.
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Anticipate The Read To Win The Buzzer
- Buzzing on Jeopardy requires anticipating the end of the clue rather than waiting for the light; internalize the reader's rhythm to time your buzz.
- Jason practiced timing during rehearsal, keyed off Ken Jennings' cadence, and found anticipating the finish markedly improved his buzz success.
Facing A Record Setting Champion Changed The Game
- On tape Jason faced a dominant champion, Jamie Ding, who had set records earlier that week, so his goal became to give Jamie a fight rather than expect a win.
- Jason and fellow contestant Jordan both buzzed aggressively, kept Jamie on his toes, and Jason ended up answering 15 correct with one wrong.
Betting Strategy Beats Panic In Final Jeopardy
- In Final Jeopardy Jason had no idea on the composers category but still placed a strategic wager based on wagering math to try to move up if others missed.
- He wrote his guess, accepted losing over playing safe, and later noted he followed recommended wager strategy from fan resources.
