Ryan McDonough

Founder, Sometime Artist

CFO and co-founder @Accompany, acquired by @Cisco. Turnaround CFO @Ning, sold to Glam Media. Former seed VC. McKinsey trained. @Wharton School and @Haas School of Business.

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Pimoroni Presto Spotify Display Review

The Pimoroni Presto is a compact, low-power display powered by a Raspberry Pi chip —perfect for turning your desk into a little piece of living music art. I’ve been running mine as a “Now Playing” Spotify display using the brilliant PrestoDeck code by @fatihak on GitHub.

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RayCue WB-8: Macintosh-Inspired Alarm Clock Review

Unboxing the RayCue WB-8 — a tiny slice of 1984 in alarm clock form. Inspired by the original Macintosh, this little retro wonder blends nostalgia and practicality: a mini screen, classic beige styling, and startup sounds that take you straight back to the dawn of personal computing. Perfect companion for your desk or bedside if you miss that old “hello” charm.

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Cabinet of Curiosities

September 18, 2025 Cabinet of Curiosities TINKERING A living, rotating home for my nostalgia machines, music, and art—built to be explored by guests. The Room & Vibe Cabinet: Maria Yee Room & Board Upright Cabinet/Credenza  A warm, modern display with wood grid that feels like

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Tinkering
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1984 iPad

Ever wanted to slip back into the elegant simplicity of a 1984 Macintosh, but with the convenience of modern hardware? In this post, I’ll walk you through the process of installing Mini vMac on your iPad—no shady sideloading required. By using Xcode and a genuine Macintosh ROM file, you can recreate that vintage Mac environment on your tablet, enjoying a nostalgic digital adventure anywhere.

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Design
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A Guide to Creating Your Own Nostalgia Machines

Explore the magic of blending nostalgia with modern technology! From the LEGO Mini Macintosh to the Streamocaster, discover how I recreate iconic retro devices using modern tools like Raspberry Pi, Mini vMac, and RetroPie. Whether it’s a Winberry 95 PC on your side table or a functional Polaroid Printer, this guide will help you revive the past with a modern twist. Start building your own nostalgia machine and bring your memories back to life!

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