This week marks a milestone not just for one of the longest-running podcasts in the Apple space, but for independent podcasting as a whole. MacVoices, hosted by the ever-curious and endlessly insightful Chuck Joiner, celebrates its 20th anniversary, and BackBeat Media is proud to have supported this remarkable show for nearly all of those two decades.

From the early days of RSS feeds and spinning hard drives to today’s streaming era, MacVoices has consistently been a trusted voice in the Apple community. Chuck Joiner’s unwavering dedication to in-depth interviews, nuanced analysis, and genuine curiosity has made the show a staple for listeners looking to stay informed—and inspired—within the tech world.

To commemorate this milestone, MacVoices welcomed Doug Adams of Doug’s AppleScripts—who also happened to be the very first guest on Episode 1 of MacVoices. In this special anniversary episode (MacVoices #25263), Doug and Chuck reflect on two decades of automation, the evolution of Apple Music, the quirks of metadata, and even Doug’s home-grown “bathroom music” project—a testament to the creativity and technical know-how that defines the MacVoices audience.

The episode also sees Chuck reflect on the origins of the show, its evolution over time (including companion podcasts like MacNotables, The MacJury, and MacVoicesTV), and the philosophy that has kept the show thriving in a rapidly shifting media landscape: authentic conversations with smart people about things that matter.

“Chuck and MacVoices embody the spirit of what BackBeat Media stands for,” said Dave Hamilton, co-founder of BackBeat Media and longtime host of Mac Geek Gab. “Independent, informed, and passionately curious. We couldn’t be prouder to have worked with MacVoices for so many years.”

As one of the oldest podcast networks still in operation, BackBeat Media remains committed to championing shows like MacVoices—shows that connect with self-selected audiences who tune in not just for information, but for community, insight, and trust.

Congratulations to Chuck Joiner and MacVoices on 20 extraordinary years. Here’s to many more.