We here at Macworld have decided to experiment with the Podcast format. So we’ve taken a page from the magazine and inaugurated the Geek Factor podcast, covering tech topics on an irregular basis.

Cyrus Farivar, who has written for Macworld , the New York Times , and Wired News, among others, is the host of this Podcast. In this third 26-minute installment, the topic of choice is “Case Modding” — modifying a Mac’s case to create unique and interesting computer designs. Cyrus interviews Kent Salas, a Mac modder also known as “riscx.”

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Mac Modding Community: Resource Sites

• www.applefritter.com - “The old-school Mac mod/hack site, with a knowledgeable modding community”
• macmod.com - “A new and impressive Mac mod site.”
• xlr8yourmac - “Daily Mac info and occasionally a very smart hardware hack/mod.”

Buying mod parts

• eBay - “I’ve wasted copious amounts of dollars here. Knowing what you’re looking for helps.”
• SVC Online Store - “Great prices. Bought all my “PyraMac” mods here.”
• FrozenCPU.com - “Formerly PCMods.com. Nice selection.”
• cyberguys.com - “Great hardware selection and prices.”
• crazypc.com - “Another mod supply site.”
• thinkgeek.com - “Geek gadgets, fun fun fun.”

Kent “riscx” Salas Mods

• BlueIce G4
• Pyramac
• Illuminated Apple Pro Keyboard

Macquarium

• Ihnatko’s Macquarium (PDF)
• So you wanna build a Macquarium?