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Productivity Alchemy

353 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings

Join Kevin Sonney and his Wombat Test Subject Ursula Vernon for discussions of personal productivity, systems for getting stuff done, and ways to keep yourself on track to meeting your goals.

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Episode 202 - All the Warnings, Corey Fisk and Colin Gerbode

June 03, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 108 MB

This week we talk about the re-opening of Ursula's favorite coffee shop, how kevin is back in between things, and general updates. We then have an amazing interview with Corey Fisk and Colin Gerbode where we'll talk about what productivity looks like when the goal is to stay alive. Content Warning: This week's episode deals with the reality of living with Multiple Sclerosis, and all that entails. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Innocence Project Charity Spotlight: The T...

Episode 201 - Presenting, Janou Brouwer

May 27, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 100 MB

This week we talk about our weekly productivity. Along the way we talk about presenting to management, the re-opening of Ursula's coffee shop, and how our bodies can affect our moods. After that, we have a great conversation with Janou Brouwer, and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Health Care Without Harm Janou Brouwer on LinkedIn Big Damn Heroes (Work in Progress) Black Girl Lost Keys Nordic Larp Murder of Crows Game The Warren Game...

Episode 200 - Four Years, Kevin Sonney

May 20, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Wow! 200 Episodes over 4 years! We'll talk some about how it feels to hit episode 200, how things have changed, and why we keep doing the show. We'll also talk about how our productivity for this week went, in the face of an important loss. We'll wrap things up with our yearly check in with Kevin Sonney himself, and how he's staying productive! Again, Thank you for listening! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Farm Friends Rescue TUL Notebooks Van Rickten's Guide to Ravenloft...

Episode 199 - Inspiration, Letters

May 13, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MB

This week we talk about all the things we have and haven't done, including some advice on working on the thing you are excited about and when to do it. After that, we will read your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline PUNKture Tattoo Federal Limestone Mine Story Portfolio Method Broadchurch Mythic Quest Agatha Raisin Skedpad Jessica Jones Bad Samaritan Casanova

Episode 198 - Injured Chicken, Dani Bruflodt

May 06, 2021 17:00 - 53 minutes - 43.4 MB

This week we will discuss the latest updates on our productivity, the chickens, and how maybe, just maybe, you don't have to live like that anymore. After that, we have an interview with the really cool planner designer Dani Bruflodt of Thyme-is-Honey! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Save the Boundary Waters MN Charity Spotlight: OneTreePlanted Thyme is Honey Use code "ALCHEMY" Dani on Instagram Dani on Twitter Microsoft ToDo Enneagrams J. Shanahan Co-Working Stre...

Episode 197 - Second Shot, Will Henshall

April 29, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

This week we talk about our experiences with the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, how it has gone for us, and how it has - or has not - impacted our productivity. After that we have a chat with Will Henshall from Focus@Will. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: RIP Medical Debt Focus@Will Contact Will Londonbeat DJ Klass Remix of Londonbeat Gabba House Icon for Hire Desire Paths Max Gentlemen Sexy Business! (NSFW) Boyfriend Dungeon Cosy Grove

Episode 196 - Sergi's Eye, Nora Paxton

April 22, 2021 17:00 - 54 minutes - 44.2 MB

Hi folks! This week we talk about our wins, how we can feel like we're not moving forward on things when we are, and probably a lot more about Sergi's not-eye than anyone wants to know. After that, we have a chat with the always upbeat and amazing Life Coach Nora Paxton. Links for This Episode Charity Spotlight: C.O.R.A. Food Pantry Charity Spotlight: The Global FoodBanking Network Nora Paxton on the Web Nora Paxton on Instagram Nora Paxton on LinkedIn John Maxwell Life Traps...

Episode 195 - Spring Planting, Sigrid Ellis

April 15, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 106 MB

This week when we're talking about our personal productivity, we'll discuss the balance of spring planting and writing, of getting little things with big impact done, and maybe some hints about the project Ursula is working on when she should be working on other things. After that, I FINALLY get to share my conversation with Sigrid Ellis about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Bridge for Youth MN Sigrid Ellis on Twitter Swiss Cheese Model Deep Beddi...

Episode 194 - Evil Genius Ideas, Letters

April 08, 2021 17:00 - 45 minutes - 37 MB

This week we'll talk about our productivity wins and challenges for the week, what spring planting is happening, the impending arrival of new baby chickens, and a lot more. After that, we have your letters! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Find your local food bank (US) COR-TEN Steel The Venture Bros Netatmo Weather Stations Diamine Writer's Blood KWZ Inks Levenger Raven Black Cosmo Air Light Paper WRIR

Episode 193 - Go go Godzilla, Jason Osborn

April 01, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

This week we will catch up on everyone's productivity, sleep schedule, and then maybe we'll gush about Kong vs. Godzilla (#TeamGodzilla). After that, we have a great chat with Jason Osborn about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Jason Osborn on Linkedin Free ReThink! Planner Download SMART Goals Don't Break the Chain Notability Trello Evernote The Miracle Equation

Episode 192 - Gardening, Elle Dowd

March 25, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

This week we talk about the intersection of deadlines and Spring Planting. We also discuss the current chicken status, the . After that, Kevin has a amazing conversation with Elle Dowd about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: SOUL Chicago Pre-Order "Baptized in Tear Gas" from ElleDowd.com Elle Dowd on Twitter Elle Dowd on TikTok Elle Dowd on Facebook Dr. Angela Davis

Episode 191 - Chainsaw, Gary Tyrrell

March 18, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

Between the start of Daylight Savings Time here in the US, a weekend spent cutting down trees, and the weather, it has been a challenge this last week being productive, but somehow we managed. Hear all about it before we have a lovely chat with Gary "Fleenguy" Tyrrell about how he stays productive! Note: Between the recording of this episode and the release, I have decided to no longer support Noodler's Inks, and will not be linking to them from this point forward. Links for this Episode:...

Episode 190 - Mules, Letters

March 11, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 26.7 MB

Spring is in the air here, and this week we have garden updates, Kevin's latest email disaster, how Kevin is currently a tech writer, and the opinions of a Union Army mule keeper. After that, we have some of your letters! Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Native Seed Search Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators SmallCubed MailSuite for Apple Mail Writer's Blood by Diamine

Episode 189 - Delayed Tired, Shaenon Garrity

March 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

We did a lot of both physical and mental labor over the last few days, and that has resulted in a state of "delayed tired." We'll talk about what we got done, and why it is important. After that, we'll talk with the talented and awesome webcomic artist and author Shaenon Garrity, and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Adopt-A-Native-Elder Shaenon Garrity Home Shaenon Garrity on Patreon The Dire Days of Willowweep Manor Shaenon Garrity on...

Episode 188 - Boring in a Good Way, Heidi Waterhouse

February 25, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

This week the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) and I will talk about how life is kind of boring right now, in a good way! Spring is here, there are plants to plant, chickens to prepare for, and words to be written. It sounds SO MUCH more exciting than it is. After that, we have an amazing talk with Heidi Waterhouse about how she stays productive! CW: Firearms, Hunting, Dissection Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: 612MASH Heidi Waterhouse on Twitter Heidi Waterhouse's Web Site ...

Episode 187 - Book Releases, Leo Tumwattana

February 18, 2021 17:00 - 57 minutes - 46.4 MB

Hi folks! This week we talk in depth about how Ursula schedules her Trad and Self published books. After that, we have a great talk with Leo Tumwattana, co-founder of Sorted, about how he stays organized! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Texas Mutual Aid Groups Sorted Paladin's Strength Pre-Order David Allen's Getting Things Done Eisenhower Matrix Pomodoro 43 Folders Time Boxing

Episode 186 - Schedule Changes, Letters

February 11, 2021 17:00 - 40 minutes - 32.5 MB

This week, we start by discussing our own progress, which includes the difficulties of publishing schedule changes. After that, we will read your letters, which we are always excited about! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Farm Friends Rescue Pre-Order Nettle & Bone (April 2022) Twin Rabbit YouTube Channel Stolen Anarchy: Playing Indian & The Roots of Collectivism Third Coast Comics

Episode 185 - New Planner, Dr. Nerdlove

February 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

So the time has come for Kevin to replace his planner with one he can actually see. We'll talk about that, our productivity for the week, and the talk with the most awesome Harris "Dr. Nerdlove" O'Malley about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Xerces Foundation for Invertebrate Conservation Dr Nerdlove on Twitter Dr Nerdlove website Kevin's New Planner - TUL 8.5x11 Monthly TUL Charging Notebook Cover Kevin's New Hobby Binder Photos of the ne...

Episode 184 - Injury, Mary Kate Gulick

January 28, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

This week we'll be talking about Ursula's personal injury, how she is dealing both with having her back going out and feeling that she is not getting enough done. After that, we'll have a great talk with author Mary Kate Gulick! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Berea College via Elastic Cares Mary Kate Gulick website Mary Kate Gulick Real Deal Facebook Group The Real Deal: Get Known for Your Genuine Expertise in an Era of Bullsh*t Gurus on Amazon

Episode 183 - Inauguration, Terry Gant

January 21, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 75.1 MB

If you are in the U.S. and didn't get anything done this week on Wednesday, then you are forgiven. Neither did we. We're going to talk about expectations of ourselves and our stress levels, being kind to yourself, and understanding why you might not feel the reduction in stress you think you might. After that, we have a really fun talk with Terry Gant, owner of 3rd Coast Comics in Chicago. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Florence Project Third Coast Comics Terry Gant on...

Episode 182 - Everything is hard, Letters

January 14, 2021 04:17 - 58 minutes - 47.1 MB

It has been a REALLY rough week all around, and we're here to absolve you of any guilty feelings you may have if you weren't productive this past week. No really, we weren't either, so it's OK. After that discussion, we will read and respond to your letters. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Climate Science Legal Defense Fund Tango's Takes Kevin's Twitter Thread on Jan 7 A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking Sarah Gailey's Coup Self-Care Rancho Gordo Cookbooks and more...

Episode 181 - New Year, Ellen "Blade" McMicking

January 07, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MB

Despite interference from kittens, we're here in 2021 and already have projects under way. We'll talk about coming out of the slow season, how we spent our down time, and what we are doing to be productive. After that, we speak with our friend Ellen "Blade" McMicking about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Meals on Wheels Style Statement: Live by Your Own Design (Amazon) Schlock Mercenary Seventy Maxims Robert Heinlein "A Human should..." Quote ...

Episode 180 - 2020 in Review, Shauna Forrister

December 31, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

This week we ended up doing a "year in review" for ourselves. We also talk about new planners for 2021, hitting at least one life goal, and some of the things I'm planning for 2021 on the show. After that we talk to the most amazing Shauna Forrister about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: RAICES Texas Shauna on Twitter Whatever Works Craft Studio Bearable App Rime of the Frostmaiden Sin Du Jour RPG Horror Stories Dave Barry's 2020 Year in...

Episode 179 - Winter Holidays, Anna Creech

December 24, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

Hi folks! It is Winter Holiday season here in the US, and so we talk about what we're doing to "recharge" while we are in a slower part of the year for us. We then sit down to talk with our friend Anna Creech about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: HARCC Frog Rescue Chytred Fungus Anna Creech's Blog Anna Creech on Twitter WRIR live Stream Lifehacker (the new bad version) Stardock Fences Zotero Todoist Box Drive (App) WKRP In Cincinatti

Episoe 179 - Winter Holidays, Anna Creech

December 24, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

Hi folks! It is Winter Holiday season here in the US, and so we talk about what we're doing to "recharge" while we are in a slower part of the year for us. We then sit down to talk with our friend Anna Creech about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: HARCC Frog Rescue Chytred Fungus Anna Creech's Blog Anna Creech on Twitter WRIR live Stream Lifehacker (the new bad version) Stardock Fences Zotero Todoist Box Drive (App) WKRP In Cincinatti

Episode 178 - Something New, Letters

December 17, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MB

This week Ursula and I sit down to talk about both the new things I have been doing as well as the new method she is trying with Liz. We also have a minor talk about some frustrations with instructions. After that, we will read your letters! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Adopt a Native Elder A Southern Season Aurora LightPad Mini - Ursula's Sunlamp Yammer Our new Mattress - Helix Plus King #BlueBeanProject on twitter Skunk Dry Pole Beans

Episode 177 - Boards, Debbie Gifford

December 10, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

This week, we talk about how Kevin has started using a not-digital Kanban board to help track things going on for work, as well as his to-read list. After that, we have a lovely chat with Debbie Gifford, and how she stays productive with her "Volcano Method"! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Rob Hogan Owl's Well VLogs Ugly Retro Girls Play Ugly Retro Games Little House on the Prairie Mind Palace Kinesthetic Learning Edward de Bono Six Thinking Hats Thermomix ...

Episode 176 - Book Done, Jim Hall

December 03, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

Hi folks! This week we talk about how one of the books Ursula has due is now DONE, and what she did after. We also discuss a new-to-Kevin meeting technique and talk a little about tech debt. After that, we have a chat with Jim Hall about how he stays productive. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Navaho Water Project Jim Hall's Web site Jim Hall on Opensource.com GIMP Inkscape LibreOffice Scribus Fedora Linux TWSBI ECO Fountain Pen Pilot FriXion RocketBook Sc...

Episode 175 - Books due, Nathanael Zurbruegg

November 26, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Hi folks! This week Ursula and I will talk about how she went from nearly nothing due to having to plan her next several months of writing based on upcoming deadlines. We'll also talk a little about the holiday here in the US, and wrap up with an amazing conversation with Nathanael Zurbruegg and how Nathanael stays productive! Links for this Episode: Spotlight Charity: Native Seeds/Search Nathanael Zurbregg Unlimit You Website Nathanael on SpeakerHub Billy Collins

Episode 174 - Being Sick, Sister Kate

November 19, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Hi folks, this week we talk about starting the holiday planning, and how we are going to do our best to stay healthy and safe. We then discuss starting to sort out next year's events and planner. After that, we talk to the incredible Sister Kate from the Sisters of the Valley community in California! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Find your local Food Bank Sisters of the Valley Ursula's guest appearance on Escape Artists Podcasts Stream Meltwater Dashboards 3DCart Fr...

Episode 173 - Productive Again, Letters

November 12, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week we will discuss the bursts of productivity that we've both had recently. We think it may be due to recent events. After that, we will read your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight - Georgia Senate Runoff Support In a World Gone Mad, Paper Planners Offer Order and Delight Monster of the Week by Shaenon Garrity LizardbethArt on Twitch Election Night 7Days2Die with Liz, Ursula, and Kevin

Episode 172 - Doomscrolling, Larissa Banting

November 05, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

We are recording this on the day after the US Election. Nothing is decided yet, and likely won't be. We'll talk about some coping mechanisms to lessen the impact of what is likely a very stressful time (if you live in the US). After that, we will talk with Larissa Banting about how she stays productive - and changed her career twice! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight : Meals on Wheels Larissa Banting Polyglot Day Timers Time Blocking Pomodoro Technique The 90 Day Year...

Episode 171 - Depression, Marguerite Kenner and Alasdair Stuart

October 29, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

Ursula is quite happy about the fact that she has depression. We'll discuss why that is, as well as our general productivity over the past week. After that, we sit down and talk to the amazing and brilliant Marguerite Kenner and Alasdair Stuart about how they stay productive! Links for this Episode: Charity of the Week : RIP Medical Debt Alasdair Stuart's website Alasdair Stuart on Twitter Marguerite Kenner on Twitter Alasdair and Marguerite on Instagram Escape Artists on Twitch...

Episode 170 - After All Things (Open), Sara Glassman

October 22, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MB

Hi folks! This week we will discuss the impact missing a day of her meds had on the Wombat Test Subject (Author and Illustrator Ursula Vernon), and talk about the things Kevin saw at the Virtual All Things Open 2020. We then have a great conversation with our friend Sara Glassman! Links for this Episode: Sara Glassman on twitter Sara on Etsy Sara on Patreon Drew Williams twitter The Universe After by Drew Williams Montessori Education Oberon Design Rocketbook Notebooks Lit...

Episode 169 - Trained Brain, Emma Marshall

October 15, 2020 17:00 - 50 minutes - 40.3 MB

Hi folks! This week we will talk about what happened when the Wombat Test Subject (AKA Ursula Vernon) forgot her ADD medication this morning, as well as how is has been "re-training" her brain. We then have a chat with the most excellent Emma Marshall about how Emma stays productive. Links for this Episode: Emma on Twitter Emma's Website System76 Pop!_OS Giphy Zendesk

Episode 168 - Effin' Birds, Letters

October 08, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

CW: Mentions of pet death This week we start by reminding you that it's OK if the current events are causing you to be less productive. Honestly. that is really common right now, so don't feel bad. Also, since the season is upon us, we review the first of several new planners for 2021. Finally, we read and discuss your letters and comments! Links for this episode NaNoWriMo Effin' Birds Store Swear Trek MightyDeals LEGO Harley Davidson Fat Boy 10269 7 Days To Die The Hollow P...

Episode 167 - Not Toxic, Jono Bacon

October 01, 2020 00:09 - 1 hour - 80.8 MB

Hi folks! This week, we will talk about a realization many people are having now : that their workplace is toxic, and we will discuss our experiences with them. There is only one real solution if you find yourself in one - that is, finding a new job - and that isn't easy in the pandemic. After that, we speak with community builder and advisor Juno Bacon, to find out how he stays productive. Links for this Episode: Jono Bacon Jono on Twitter People Powered Sipsmith Gin The Irish Wh...

Episode 166 - Doing Dishes, Emily Edwards

September 24, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

This week we talk about doing the dishes, and how it is helping Kevin relax. We also talk about Ursula's latest side project, comic tools, and why she isn't drawing (as much). After that, we will talk to Emily Edwards, host of the Fuckbois of Literature podcast, about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Ms Emily Edwards on Twitter Fuckbois of Literature Podcast Fuckbois of Literature Twitter Brett Easton Ellis (wikipedia) Logic Pro Out 0f Sight Litter Box EA Podc...

Episode 165 - Lego Zen, Annie Bellet

September 17, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 100 MB

Hi folks! This week we talk about Kevin's lack of self-care and his new hobby. We also talk about Ursula's week off that isn't, and a brief story about something amazing that happened as part of the fires in the western U.S. After that, Kevin has a long chat with author Annie Bellet, to find out how she stays productive. Correction: I mis-attributed Gathering of Dragons to Annie. The author of that series is Milla Vane. Links for this Episode: Annie Bellet website Annie Bellet on Twitt...

Episode 164 - Distance Learning, Selphie Trabia

September 10, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 103 MB

CW: There are discussions of abuse, date rape, bullies, spiders, and mental health in this episode. This week, after we check in on ourselves, we will discuss the responses to the distance learning question posed by a listener. After that, we will have a chat with listener Selphie, and see how she stays productive! And yes, there are pictures of Romney the Sheep too! Links for this Episode: Selphie on Twitch - Ugly Retro Girls Play Ugly Retro Games Selphie on Storium Habitica Thermo...

Episode 163 - Summer Special : Pandemic Planning with Dino Part 2

September 03, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 96.7 MB

Week two of our summer special with Dino Sarma! We continue our discussion from last week, picking up after Kevin has fed the hounds. Chickens, dogs, The DC Animated Universe, cooking, games, books, and a whole lot more are discussed this week! Links for this Episode DC Animated Universe Great British Bake-off Big Flower Fight Making the Cut Wingspan Wyrd Sisters Podcast Pandemic Board Game Tabletop Simulator Roll20 Wizards of the Coast Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition ...

Episode 162 - Summer Special : Pandemic Planning with Dino Part 1

August 27, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB

Hi folks! I'm taking this week and next "off" from podcast production, but that doesn't mean there aren't episodes! This week and next you get to listen to Kevin and Dino talk about planning in the pandemic! Grocery Shopping, Cooking, TV Shows to binge, and more! Links for this Episode Alternative Vegan Blog The Productivity Alchemy Wiki (at Fandom) Chefman Digital Air Frier (Dino and Kevin Approved) Chef Wang on Youtube Chinese Cooking Demystified Alton Brown on Youtube Dian...

Episode 161 - Working Conditions, Letters

August 20, 2020 18:48 - 48 minutes - 38.7 MB

This week we discuss the difficulty of being productive when there are kittens in the house. We also talk about what does and does not constitute productivity for us. Then we will read your letters! (Also, the new badge code for the "Sick Day" badge is now "TOOKSICKDAY") Cori Large on Youtube The Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation Sacred Ordinary Days Planner Sew Much Crafting Planner Inserts Yellow Paper House Planner Inserts OneNote Productivity Alchemy Wiki at Fandom!  

Episode 160 - Rabies Shot, Frank Gosar Redux

August 13, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

This week, we talk about the mess that was our past week, and how it did (or did not) impact our productivity. We also talk about how medicines can impact your productivity. After that, we catch up with prior guest Frank Gosar! Links for this Episode Frank Gosar's Website Frank Gosar's Blog Frank's Videos Frank's Quilts Clayfest Online Clayfolk Simone Geirtz's Awful Robot Videos Tailchaser's Song by Tad Williams

Episode 159 - Back-to-School Sales, Patricia Pinto

August 06, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 101 MB

this week, we will talk about the productivity impact the new kittens have had, and then take a bit of a trip down memory lane as Kevin talks about why this is one of his favorite times of the year. After that, we will catch up with Patricia Pinto, and find out how her productivity has changed since the last time we talked. Links for this Episode Patricia Pinto Website Chap Fan South East Asian Fantasy Drabbles Muji A5 Notebook Pentel Fude Brush Pens (now in pastels) Pentel ...

Episode 158 - Kittens, Jason Pitre

July 30, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MB

CW: Discussions of weight and weight issues. Use of a term some may find offensive or triggering. This week we have kittens! We will also discuss some of our stress challenges from the past week, as well as the we made progress on. After that, we'll talk to Game Designer and Publisher Jason Pitre, and find out about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode Jason Pitre on Twitter Genesis of Legend After the War RPG Design Panelcast SIG: Manual of the Planes Acadians Pow...

Episode 157 - Busy Weekend, Claire A. Miller Redux

July 23, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 113 MB

This week we'll talk about all the things we did this past weekend, including building a new coop and replacing a bed. We also talk about harvesting potatoes briefly, before taking the time to catch up with Claire A Miller! Links for this Episode Episode 65 with Claire A. Miller Claire A. Miller on Instagram Virtual Reader's Theater YouTube Social Distancing Virtual Readers Theater on Facebook Vince Conaway Hammered Dulcimer Lime Crime Alpha-Stim Emergent Task Planner Uni...

Episode 156 - New new meds, Letters

July 16, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week we will be discussing the full impact of last week's hot water heater issue, and the impact changing Ursula's ADHD med dosage is having on her. Then we'll read your letters! Links for this Episode: Fat Innkeeper Worms Fat Innkeeper Worm Burrow Video If World War I was a bar fight Red Wombat Chickens Wombathaus Polar Watch Moment Phone Cases

Episode 155 - Water Heater, Dana Fraedrich Redux

July 09, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

We've had to deal with water issues this week, so there is a distinct lack of banter this week. But! We have an amazing catch-up interview with Dana Fraedrick, which should tide you over until we return to normal next week. We hope. Links for this Episode: Dana Fraedrich's web site Dana Fraedrich on Patreon Dana Fraedrich on Ko-fi Dana Fraedrich on Twitter Dana Fraedrich on Instagram Forest App Elder Scrolls Online Don't Starve StrengthsFinder 2.0 Auphonic Speedy Plus...

Episode 154 - Four Days, Maggie Brickson

July 02, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

Hi folks! This week, we talk about the productivity increase that can be had with a 4 day work week, as well as the way workplaces are changing and being viewed. After that, we'll chat with Maggie Brickson, and fine out how she stays productive! FranklinCovey Big Rocks Sharpening the Saw Eisenhower Matrix Aptitudes Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation StrengthsFinder 2.0 The Art and Science of Gratitude

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