810: Unlocking PowerPhotos with Brian Webster

Brian Webster is the developer behind Fat Cat Software, home of PowerPhotos. The Mac app gives users a wide range of extra controls and tools to manage their Photos library. This week, he chats with Stephen and David about the app and its features.

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Guest Starring:
Brian Webster (relay.fm/people/brianwebster)

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