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RMC Episode 653: KansasFest 2023 Preview

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An original Apple One computer with a koa wood case lists for $1.5 million on eBay.
The episode opens with hosts James and John welcoming guest Javier Rivera, an organizer of KansasFest 2023. They immediately tease the event preview, noting its hybrid format with in-person dates July 18-23 and virtual July 29-30. A brief nostalgic detour follows, where James recalls the Apple Vision demo program from his Apple IIe, linking it humorously to Apple's new Vision Pro headset. The show transitions to eBay Finds, highlighting items like a Genius Bar sign for $15,000, a sealed Mac security kit, and a 1995 Apple QuickTime Conferencing Kit described as clunky and LAN-dependent. A pile of 50 vintage Macs for $3,995 and a rare Apple One computer listed at $1.5 million with a koa wood case are analyzed, discussing provenance and auction dynamics. Javier then details KansasFest 2023, explaining the decision to separate in-person and virtual events due to Wi-Fi issues and volunteer burnout at Rockhurst University. He reveals the event's Apple III theme, with keynote speakers Wendell Sander and Dave Ottalini, and mentions community aspects like the garage giveaway and repair workshops led by Zark. Javier promotes his Kickstarter for a clear Apple II floppy drive faceplate, showing a prototype. News segments cover a Mac OS desktop blanket, a Raspberry Pi tiny Mac replica, and Apple Strange's fictional retro Mac concepts. The episode concludes with announcements of a two-week hiatus and upcoming live coverage plans.

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A collector-focused episode built around a pricey Apple-1 listing and a KansasFest 2023 preview.

RetroMacCast Episode 653 leans into collector appeal with a close look at a high-priced Apple-1 listing and the details that make it stand out.

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You get KansasFest dates and a 1.5 million dollar Apple-1 in the same sitting.

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