InfoQuench
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsLooking for life-improvement tips and random info.? Jeff and Amy McLennan chat about simple ways you can build a better life, covering a wide variety of topics so there’s sure to be something for just about everyone.
InfoQuench is proudly hosted out of Saint John, New Brunswick – Canada.
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Episodes
Feeling Nostalgic About the '80s - Episode #93
February 21, 2021 14:35 - 30 minutes - 28 MBJoin Jeff and Amy for a laid back episode where they reminisce about simpler times. From taping songs off the radio to cereal sprinkled with real sugar (gasp). Hope you enjoy a walk down memory lane. Thanks for listening!
Sayings We Didn't Realize Are Offensive - Episode #92
February 15, 2021 17:35 - 30 minutes - 28 MBThe exact origin of some sayings is often debated, but there is no debating that words have power and should be chosen carefully. In this episode, Jeff and Amy talk about some common phrases they didn't realize could be offending people. Thanks for listening!
The Craft of Comedy - Episode #91
February 07, 2021 15:11 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBBetween Jeff's impression and Amy's attempt at a comedy bit, there was some reluctance to release this episode, but here it is in all its raw glory. Have a listen and a laugh as they chat about the topic of comedy and all that goes into it. Thanks for listening!
Mini-Resolutions for Any Time of Year - Episode #90
January 31, 2021 16:47 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBThe average New Year's resolution has already been broken, so how can we avoid that? Amy and Jeff cover ways you can set yourself up for success any time of year with mini-resolutions, while having fun along the way. What are mini-resolutions? Have a listen and find out. Stay safe, friends!
TV and Movie Quotes Trivia - Episode #89
January 24, 2021 16:10 - 30 minutes - 28 MBHave some laughs with Jeff and Amy as they quiz each other on movie and TV quotes. Be sure to play along and test your own knowledge. Thanks for listening, friends! (PS - Jeff was right, it was 1975.)
Decoding Body Language - Episode #88
January 17, 2021 15:49 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBThis episode is full of surprising information about body language. Amy and Jeff cover subtle (and some not so subtle) cues that can help you read a person or interpret group dynamics. As an off-topic bonus, they start things out with a healthy mocktail recipe. Thanks for listening!
27 Tips for a Better Life Part 2 - Plus The Alcohol Experiment - Episode #87
January 10, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode, Jeff and Amy finish covering 27 tips for a better life - highlights from a longer list from lesswrong.com. Plus, they discuss dry January, 'The Alcohol Experiment', and the miraculous recovery of their Instagram account. Be sure to listen for the literal mic drop (sigh). Hope you laugh along with us in this one. Thanks for listening!
27 Tips for a Better Life Part 2 - Plus The Alcohol Experiment
January 10, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode, Jeff and Amy finish covering 27 tips for a better life - highlights from a longer list from lesswrong.com. Plus, they discuss dry January, 'The Alcohol Experiment', and the miraculous recovery of their Instagram account. Be sure to listen for the literal mic drop (sigh). Hope you laugh along with us in this one. Thanks for listening!
27 Tips for a Better Life - Part 1 - Episode #86
January 04, 2021 10:30 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWe're back for a brand new year! Jeff and Amy are chatting about 27 tips for a better life in this episode - highlights from a longer list from lesswrong.com. As always, lots of tangents are included along the way. Thanks for listening, friends!
The Four Agreements - Episode #85
November 01, 2020 15:15 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, Amy and Jeff discuss Miguel Ruiz's 'The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom'. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, this book is said to offer a code of conduct that can transform lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love. Thanks for listening, friends!
16 Habits of Highly Productive People - Episode #84
October 24, 2020 01:53 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBJeff and Amy are talking about how to be more productive at work and in everyday life, with lots of tips to make the most of your time. Thanks for listening, friends!
David Attenborough's 'A Life On Our Planet' - Episode #83
October 18, 2020 02:10 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThis episode is a discussion of David Attenborough's newly released Netflix documentary, 'A Life On Our Planet'. Jeff and Amy cover some of the key ideas from this film, talk about climate change, and chat about how this documentary affected them as viewers. Thanks for listening, friends!
Need-To-Know Facts about Masks - Episode #82
October 14, 2020 01:28 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJeff and Amy are chatting about all things mask related. From surprising information to practical tips, this episode covers all the need-to-know information around the most popular new accessory of 2020. And remember: "We isolate now, so when we gather again, no one is missing." Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!
Secrets to a Happier Life - Episode #81
October 06, 2020 15:39 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBJeff and Amy talk about things you can do to make your everyday a little happier. Lots of laughter in this episode - especially when Jeff's 'Art Hole' comes up in the discussion. Thanks for listening and have a happy day!
14 Ways to Travel during a Pandemic - Episode #80
October 04, 2020 00:58 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBHaving travel withdrawal during this pandemic? This episode is full of ways you can see the world from the comfort and safety of your own home. Thanks for listening, friends!
Social Media Insanity - Episode #79
September 30, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBReeling from the unexpected loss of the 'infoquenchpodcast' Instagram account, Jeff and Amy dedicate this episode to the insanity of social media. With a smattering of interesting facts, a few rants along the way, and no shortage of the usual tangents, they discuss what social media means to them. Thanks of listening (and commiserating)!
The Social Dilemma - Episode #78
September 14, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBNetflix's documentary-drama is the topic of conversation for this episode, as Amy and Jeff discuss how our lives are impacted by social media - love it or hate it, there's no denying the significance it plays in today's society. Thanks for listening, friends!
Man's Search for Meaning - Part 3 - Episode #77
September 04, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJeff and Amy go deep with a philosophical discussion as they wrap up this 3-part series on Viktor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning. Thanks for listening, friends!
Man's Search for Meaning - Part 2 - Episode #76
August 29, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJeff and Amy continue their discussion of Viktor Frankl’s book, 'Man's Search for Meaning'. (Side note... The experiment Jeff references is called the 'Milgram Shock Experiment'). Thanks for listening, friends!
Man's Search for Meaning - Part 1 - Episode #75
August 26, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThis episode explores deep questions, as Amy and Jeff discuss Viktor Frankl's book, 'Man's Search for Meaning'. Whether you've read the book, plan to read it, or are just looking for the Coles Notes on the meaning of life, this podcast is for you. Thanks for listening, friends!
Ways To Simplify Your Life - Episode #74
August 17, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBJeff and Amy chat about ways you can simplify your life, sort of... tangent warning in full effect for this episode, including a 'hobby' intervention. Thanks for listening, friends!
Catching up with Jeff and Amy - Volume 2 - Episode #73
July 27, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBAmy and Jeff chat about what they've been watching on Netflix and elsewhere AND how they tackled their post-quarantine house clutter in one day - good times! Thanks for listening, friends!!
Wine 101 - Part 2 - Episode #72
July 13, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBThe wining continues, as Jeff and Amy dive into tips about wine and other pearls of wisdom to take your wine drinking to the next level. Cheers, friends!
Wine 101 - Part 1 - Episode #71
June 29, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBAmy and Jeff are not only drinking wine for this episode, they're talking wine as well! In part 1, they cover the basics of wine names and styles, with a few tangents along the way (but would you expect anything less?). Thanks for listening and cheers!
How to Tell a Great Story - Episode #70
June 22, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 28 MBAmy and Jeff cover tips to help you become a better storyteller, maybe even a GREAT storyteller. Did we hook you in yet? Thanks for listening, friends!
Unsolicited Advice - Part 3 - Episode #69
June 11, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBThis is the final part of Jeff and Amy's discussion of a random list of unsolicited life advice. Lots of tangents, lots of laughs, and Charlie chimes in at an unprecedented level. Thanks for listening, friends!
Unsolicited Advice - Part 2 - Episode #68
May 28, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn part 2 of this topic, Jeff and Amy continue their discussion of Kevin Kelly's interesting list of life advice. (Bonus: Count the vehicles racing up and down our street during this episode. Didn't they get the memo we were recording?) Thanks for listening, friends!
Unsolicited Advice - Part 1 - Episode #67
May 26, 2020 10:40 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBDo you remember the 'Wear Sunscreen' classic from the 90s? This episode focuses on that type of unsolicited life advice. Jeff and Amy discuss a list of advice from Kevin Kelly (editor of Wired magazine). Thanks for listening, friends!
Pandemic Bucket List - Episode #66
May 14, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBBecause this pandemic thing ain't going away anytime soon, Jeff and Amy keep the theme going. This episode covers 16 things you can jot down to do during the pandemic, or maybe just count how many of these you've already crossed off the list. Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!
Post-Pandemic Predictions - Episode #65
May 05, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBAs promised, Amy and Jeff brainstormed on what changes they thought may come about as a result of the ongoing pandemic and spend this episode chatting about those predictions. Bonus: A review of SNL's new format. Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!
12 Pandemic Mental Health Tips - Episode #64
April 30, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJeff and Amy talk about steps you can take to help support your mental health in general, but especially in the context of the ongoing pandemic. It's okay to not be okay. Thanks for listening, friends!
36 Questions to Fall in Love - Part 3 - Episode #63
April 20, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBThis episode is the final installment of questions to fall in love (or more in love). This covers the last set of 12 questions, which get progressively deeper and more personal in nature. Hope you found this 3-part series interesting and that it helps you get to know each other a little better!
36 Questions to Fall in Love - Part 2 - Episode #62
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBIn part 2, Jeff is in the driver's seat as he and Amy cover the second set of questions you can ask to fall in love (or more in love). There was a lot of cursing in preparation for this episode, related to challenges with audio quality, but hopefully the end product is acceptable (fingers crossed). Thanks for listening, friends!
36 Questions to Fall in Love - Part 1 - Episode #61
April 09, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, Jeff and Amy walk you through various questions you can ask to fall in love (or more in love). Spend some quality quarantine time getting to know each other a little better. Have fun, friends!
12 Things We Didn't Think About Pre-Pandemic - Episode #60
March 31, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBJeff and Amy continue to chat about the ongoing pandemic, but this time with a focus on the stuff they never really thought much about before COVID-19. Trying to keep things a bit lighter in this episode - complete with narwhals (Jeff was right). Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!
Pandemic - Volume 3 - Episode #59
March 24, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBIn this latest volume of discussing the ongoing pandemic, Jeff and Amy chat about what they've learned so far from this experience and contemplate some of the social impacts. Stay safe, healthy, and at least 6' away from each other. Thanks for listening, friends!
Pandemic - Volume 2 - Episode #58
March 20, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, Jeff and Amy continue the discussion around the ongoing pandemic and the recent state of emergency called for their province. They also chat about more tips on infection control for inside the home and for when you're making those rare errands for essential items. Stay safe, healthy, and informed. Thanks for listening, friends!
Pandemic - Volume 1 - Episode #57
March 17, 2020 20:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJeff and Amy talk about what is consuming all of our lives - the ongoing pandemic. This will likely be the first of many episodes on this topic. Stay well, be kind, and thanks for listening, friends!
Biology Facts, with a side of Coronavirus - Episode #56
March 10, 2020 20:02 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJeff and Amy intended to cover a TON of cool facts about human biology, but got a bit sidetracked with discussing COVID-19 (including tips for getting prepared). Stay well, friends!
Tips for a Great Morning - Episode #55
March 03, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBJeff and Amy cover tips on how to get your butt out of bed, have yourself a 'Miracle Morning', and dab your toe in the '5 AM Club'. Rise and shine!
25 Rapid-Fire Airbnb Tips - Episode #54
February 25, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBDon't blink or you'll miss a tip! This episode is jam-packed with all you need to know before you book your next Airbnb. Happy travels!
Origin of Common Cocktail Names - Episode #53
February 18, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBFrom Moscow Mules to Bloody Caesars, this episode is all about how the names of common cocktails came to be. So, pour a drink, have a listen, and gather some great conversational tidbits to share at your next cocktail party (people still have those, right?). Cheers!
26 Rapid-Fire Facts About The Office - Episode #52
February 11, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThis episode is all about that amazing show known as, 'The Office'. If you love the show as much as Jeff and Amy do, you'll be sure to love this episode, which includes some trivia to test your own knowledge. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts About Valentine's Day - Episode #51
February 04, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBJeff and Amy talk about the interesting and somewhat surprising history behind Valentine's Day, including how the heart came to symbolize love and how the artistic shape we use to represent the heart came to be. Also, ever heard of Lupercalia? Happy Valentine's Day!
Celebrating 50 Episodes - Episode #50
January 28, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBJoin Jeff and Amy as they celebrate recording the 50th episode of InfoQuench! They talk about the experience of podcasting and the highlights along the way. Thanks so much for listening.
20 Ways to Simplify Your Home - Episode #49
January 21, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBJeff and Amy chat about little things you can do to simplify your home, because... "Your home should be the antidote to stress, not the cause of it." - Peter Walsh
Talking About Etiquette - Part 2 - Episode #48
January 14, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIn part 2 of this two-parter, Jeff and Amy continue to chat about all things etiquette, including a few odd-ball things those crazy Royals do. Plus, more fun trivia will be coming your way, courtesy of Jeff. Enjoy!
Talking About Etiquette - Part 1 - Episode #47
January 07, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode, Jeff and Amy chat about all things etiquette - from the dining table to the grocery store. Plus, check out the brand spankin' new intro and outro for 2020! Oh, and stay tuned for Part 2 in the next episode.
Atomic Habits for New Year's Resolutions - Episode #46
December 28, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBIn preparation for your New Year's resolutions, Jeff and Amy chat about changing behaviour using tips from James Clear's book, 'Atomic Habits'. Happy 2020, everyone!!
Stuff We're Watching - Episode #45
December 17, 2019 21:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBWinter is the perfect time to curl up on the couch and watch something great on TV. Jeff and Amy spend this episode chatting about some interesting shows/series/movies they've watched recently. Happy binge watching!!