Basic AF: a (mostly) tech podcast These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things (2025 Edition) with Joe Moyer
Dec 22, 2025
Joe Moyer, a journaling enthusiast and creator of 24letters.net, joins the hosts for a festive discussion of favorite tech and analog tools. They explore Joe's top picks, including the versatile Bellroy Transit Workpack and Peak Design's magnetic phone case. The conversation also highlights useful apps like the Gentler Streak fitness tracker, Craft for task management, and the Snipd podcast app. Moyer shares book recommendations on Stoicism and the impactful fiction of Bruce Holsinger and Ian McEwan, rounding out a delightful tech and literature chat.
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Use iPad Pro For Handwritten Thinking
- Use the iPad Pro M5 with Magic Keyboard for deep thinking, handwritten notes, and flexible digital rearrangement.
- Tom recommends switching between keyboard and Apple Pencil to draft and then reorganize ideas on digital paper.
Consolidate With Anker MagGo Dock
- Try the Anker MagGo 3-in-1 charging station to simplify charging phone, watch, and AirPods on a compact dock.
- Joe says it supports fast charging, works with StandBy, and is worth the higher price for a cleaner nightstand or desk.
Highland Pro Is Still His Writing Tool
- Jeff upgraded to Highland Pro after years with Highland 2 and uses it daily for novels and scripts despite initial sync issues.
- He praises the Markdown backbone, templates, and active Discord-based developer support.
