Productivity Alchemy
353 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsJoin 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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Episodes
Episode 153 - Changing Terms, Andrea Phillips
June 25, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBAfter catching up on how we've been productive this week, we have a discussion about how changing the terms used has an impact on how people perceive things. After that, we have a chance to talk to Andrea Phillips about how she stays productive! Andrea Phillips on Twitter America, Inc Pre-order Andrea Phillip's website Terminology, Power, and Oppressive Language Draft RFC Bookburners Zombies, Run Dragon's Egg Cucumber Pentel EnerGel 0.7mm Black Ink Tombow TwinTone Markers...
Episode 152 - Freeze Dried Potatoes, Amy Tobey
June 18, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBThis week we start by talking about how both Ursula (Wombat Co-Host Extraordinaire) and I were productive this week, followed by discussion of things we were not taught in History Class and some of the failings of US Education when it comes to US History. After that, we have a chat with Amy Tobey about how she stays productive. Links for this Episode: Miss Amy Tobey on Twitter The Future of DevOps is Resilience Engineering • Amy Tobey • Failover Conf 2020 Adaptive Capacity Cognitiv...
Episode 151 - Graduation, Letters
June 11, 2020 17:00 - 57 minutes - 46.6 MBThis week we kick off year four! We'll discuss how we're doing, what we've been up to, and a quick update on how Kevin has ALREADY changed a tool he uses. After that, we read and answer your letters and comments. Links for this Episode Gowns4Good Bob's Burger's "Topsy" Pandemic! Productivity! Life! Hacks! (from a deeply unproductive & freaked out person) Native Seeds/SEARCH We Could All Use a Little Change
Episode 150 - Year 3 Wrap up, Kevin Sonney
June 04, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBSo here we are, three years later. This week we'll discuss how our week has gone productivity-wise, and then dive in to the yearly interview of Kevin conducted by Ursula Vernon (the Wombat Co-Host). Thank you all for listening for the past three years, for the letters, the interviews, and the support. Links for this Episode: Kevin Sonney on Twitter Chicken-Cam Twitch Kevin Sonney on OpenSource.Com OmniFocus Apple Watch iPhoneSE 2020 Habitica
Episode 149 - Yurt Raising, Rick Heinz
May 28, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBThis week we present the penultimate episode of year 3! That sounds WAY more exciting than it is, but there you go. We talk about raising Shepherds yurt, why Ursula (the Wombat CO-Host) was unable to attend, and what we got done this past week. We'll follow that with an amazing conversation with Rick Heinz, author, game master, and project manager. Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Kevin's Chicken-Cam on Twitch The Red Opera Rick Heinz on Twitter Rick Heinz on Geek and Sundry The Se...
Episode 148 - Five Whys, Emily Lange Redux
May 21, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBThis week we discuss the virtual event Kevin has been attending the last week, what has changed for Ursula's productivity, and the "5 Why" method. After that, we'll catch up with former guest Emily Lange. Finally, at the very end, we'll discuss the new baby chickens, and the side-effects of a broody hen. Links for This Episode: Emily Lange on Instagram Cats (2019) Knives Out (2019) Logan Lucky (2017) Google Classroom Jibun Techo at JetPens Traveller's Notebooks at JetPens L...
Episode 147 - Mercury Deposits, Letters
May 14, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBThis week we talk about changing how we communicate when it is more typing and less talking face to face, as well as the realization that there is nothing stopping the Wombat co-Host (Ursula Vernon) from taking a stay-cation. We'll follow that with letters from you, and discuss staying organized after getting organized, dealing with people in the current environment, and more. Links for this Episode Thunderclappers CloudHQ Native Seed Search Sorry, that's about all we have this week
Episode 146 - Chicken Gardens, Brooke "Bo" Bolander
May 07, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBWarning: This week's topics include the sad fate of Topsy the Elephant, ADHD, Anxiety, and a whole lot of talk about chickens. Hi folks! This week we talk about the things we are doing in our "not work" times to keep ourselves from losing it while Social Distancing/Quarantining here at home. We talk about the people who are discovering new hobbies, like ours, and the ones who are finding out that gardening or keeping chickens is not for them. We wrap up this week by talking to Brooke "Bo" ...
Episode 145 - Spreading Chores, Raygan Earl Redux
April 30, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBContent Warning: This week we will be discussing some end-of-life issues. Hi folks! This week we will be talking about spreading the load around. In one case, this is quite literally what Ursula did by spreading about 120 pounds of seeds on Dogskull Patch. The other case involves managing a household, and making sure one or two people aren't doing significantly more than anyone else. After that, we catch up with Raygan Earl, who we haven't spoken to since the very first year. Hope you like...
Episode 144 - Rough Week, Razz
April 23, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBThis week we discuss how we are dealing with some rough spots and the impact on our productivity. After all that, we sit down to find out how Artist, Educator, and Grad Student Razz stays productive! Links for this Episode Razz on DeviantArt Razz on FurAffinity Habitica Braille Note-taker Slate & Stylus Memory Palace Building a Second Brain Mind Mapping The Magnus Archives Voice Dream Reader
Episode 143 - Mixed week, Sarah Loch
April 16, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBHi folks! This week we both had good and not-as-good days, and that's OK. We'll talk about how we're keeping up with things, how we're coping under the circumstances, and have some news on Ursula's next self-published book. After all that, we'll be talking to Librarian Sarah Loch about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Sarah Loch on Twitter Ariel Bishop Author Twitter Ariel Bishop Website Sierra Lane Website Sarah's Book Cover and Design Services Sarah's Trackin...
Episode 142 - Coping, Letters
April 09, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBCW: Suicide, death, and pandemic. Hi folks! This week we will be tackling some hard subjects, in particular dealing with losing someone during the pandemic. It's not an easy discussion. We follow that by reading your letters. Links for this Episode: Michelle Wexelblat's Psychology Today Page Michelle Wexelblat's email Ologies Podcast Jibun Techo at JetPens Kevin's Keyboard - Logitech ERGO K860 Kevin's Trackball - Logitech MX ERGO Book Covers by Augusta Scarlett
Episode 141 - Doing Less, Dr. Megan Kenway
April 02, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBThis week, Kevin is flying solo as Ursula has no spoons at the moment. We talk about the current situation and the need to do less, not more. after that, we catch up with Doctor Megan Kenway (ne Taylor-Rodriguez) about how she stays productive now that she's no longer a med student, but is now a resident in a hospital. Productivity Alchemy Live with Megan and D. Taylor-Rodreguez Trello Moleskine Notebooks Pilot Birdy Metal Pen Filofax Clipbook Pilot FriXion 3-color Multi-pen ...
Episode 140 - Challenges, Anna James Redux
March 26, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBThis week, we will discuss some of the challenges we are having as our enforced work-from-home continues. We also discuss an amazing article on Creativity from The Oatmeal, then finish by catching up with Anna James, who we first talked to in Episode 94. Note : My USB connection to the sound board was failing and so the quality of the first part of the interview is not great. Links for this episode: Eight marvelous and melancholy things I've learned about Creativity Anna James XtraL...
Episode 139 - So now you work from home
March 19, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBThis week we are going to focus on the most relevant topic for a lot of people right now: working from home/remote for the first time, and dealing with it. We'll talk about setup, some tips and tricks we've learned over the last few years, and also staying sane when the news isn't. Links for this Episode: Logitech Ergo K860 Logitech MX Ergo REMOTE: Office Not Required The Essential Ergonomic Gear (Wirecutter) 7 Rules for Remote Work Sanity (Opensource.com) Mitchell & Webb - Wo...
Episode 138 - New Meds, Letters
March 12, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBThis week we will start to talk about the impact Ursula's new medicine for ADHD is having on her, how it feels in her head and the initial impact on her work and productivity. We will then follow up with letters sent in by listeners! Links for this Episode: Vyvance Steam Dragon Pearl by Yoon Ha Lee ADHD MRI Scans Writing Excuses Writer Beware Ditch Diggers Cat Rambo Captain Awkward The Absolute Write I Should Be Writing Algernon Blackwood
Episode 137 - Diagnosis and Process
March 05, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBWe're taking a departure this week and will talk to Ursula about her writing process. This is enhanced by her joy with having a diagnosis for ADHD, and we'll spend the first half this week talking about how that came about. We hope you enjoy it! Links for this Episode : Ursula Vernon's Ko-Fi Jackalope Wives The Tomato Thief Digger Comic Page 1 Summer in Orcus Minor Mage Swordheart Paladin's Grace
Episode 136 - Heavy Topics, Heather Lowe
February 27, 2020 17:00 - 2 hours - 104 MBContent Warning: End of Live Care, Aging, Medical Issues, Mortality, and Trauma This week, we will talk about Ursula's pending appointment, our own productivity challenges, and some of our own concerns about care for our parents. We follow that by talking to Heather Lowe, and find out how she stays productive in the face of these challenges. Links for this Episode: Heather Lowe Art Google Sheets Google Keep Mutual of Omaha Plan F Post-It Notes Diverticulosis Food Scanner App...
Episode 135 - Greiving, John "Gene" Anderson
February 20, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBCW: Pet Death, Female Issues We've had a rough week, and so this week we will talk about dealing with the loss of one of our long-time pets, and it's impact on our productivity. We will also discuss some of the more difficult aspects of Ursula's monthly visitor, before we go to a really good interview with friend of the show John "Gene" Anderson. Links for this Episode : Gene on Twitter Genehack.blog GitGot Omnifocus Pinboard.in Moleskine Houston Perl Conference All Things O...
Episode 134 - Brain Chiggers, Letters
February 13, 2020 17:00 - 46 minutes - 37.5 MBThis week, we will discuss our weekly productivity, good and bad. After that, we will read your letters and answer your questions! Links for this Episode: Chiggers Ditch I Diane Duane's Organization Tools Post Brain Chiggers Thread The Serpent and The Rainbow Nasal Pillows The Pen Addict Episode 91 with Laura Rivella Episode 104 with Dana Fraedrich Episode 68 with Damian Ryan Episode 43 with Alan Wexelblat Episode 46 Letters Org Journal
Episode 133 - Long Hours, Michelle Wexelblat Redux
February 06, 2020 17:00 - 3 hours - 151 MBHi folks! We're back this week with a discussion of the pressures of deadlines, and how much work we're both putting in. This also includes a brief discussion of the difficulties of being the person working with people two very different time zones. We then have a long talk with returning guest Michelle Wexelblat and her experiences with Burnout. It's a long one, but worth it! Links for this Episode: Zahor Film Arisia MoCA Test Vestibular System Mind Mapping Compazine Armin van...
Episode 132 - New Book, Jadzia Axelrod
January 30, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThis week we talk about the wrapping up of Kevin's most recent article series, the new small hen, Ursula's next book release, and how we were and were not productive this past week. And then we have Jadzia Axelrod on to talk about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Jadzia Axelrod Jadzia's Twitter Jadzia's Instagram Voice of Free Planet X Galaxy: the Prettiest Star Kami Garcia Velum App Paladin's Grace Neolithic Sheep's Patreon
Episode 131 - Good Copy Editors, JR Blackwell
January 23, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBHi folks! This week we will talk about the continuation of Kevin's series on OpenSource.com as well as what makes a good and a bad copy editor. In the background, you may even hear the Shepherd as she looks over the version of the manuscript the copy editor sent Ursula. Finally, we're going to have a talk with J. R. Blackwell, and how she stays productive. Links for this Episode: J. R. Blackwell J. R. Blackwell Twitter J. R. Blackwell Instagram Strattera Ritalin Bullet Journal ...
Episode 130 - STET, Letters
January 16, 2020 17:00 - 59 minutes - 47.7 MBHi folks! It's been a heck of a week, but here we are to talk about how we have and haven't been productive - particularly in the last 24 hours. Ursula (the Wombat Co-Host) has edits, and I am working towards a couple of tight deadlines. After that, we'll read from your letters! Links for this Episode: Definition of STET Drunken Botanist The Modern Bar Cart PG Wodehouse Grey Cheeked Thrush The Cape Buffalo Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
Episode 129 - Sick Day Redux, Meredith
January 09, 2020 14:58 - 1 hour - 65 MBHi folks! This week we will talk about Ursula's frustrations with being sick (again) and the impact it has on her productivity. We also talk about her recent dose of dewormer (long story), and then wrap it up by talking to Meredith about how she stays productive. Links for this episode : Feather Summarizes the Silmarillian Meredeth's Patreon Meredith's Ko-Fi Meredith's AO3 Meredith's Tumblr Meredith's Dreamwidth The Mythopoeic Society The Neurosequential Symposium The Mover...
Episode 128 - No Resolutions, Cori Large Catch-up
January 02, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBHappy 2020! This week we will discuss New Years Resolutions and why we don't make them, what you can do instead, and maybe, just maybe to hold off on that purchase of a brand-new home exercise thing. Then we'll talk to former guest Cori Large about how things have changed, are changing, and will change for how she stays productive. Links for this Episode: Crafts by Cori Bobbin Lace Bookmark Cori Large on YouTube Cori's Instagram Cori's Pinterest Cori's new blog Cori's old blog...
Episode 127 - Holiday, Amy Pollien
December 26, 2019 17:00 - 49 minutes - 40.1 MBWe're taking some time with family this week due to the Holidays here in the U.S., but I do have a great talk with Amy Pollien to share with you. Enjoy, and if you celebrate, Happy Holidays. Links for this Episode: Buy Amy's Art - The Littlefield Gallery Amy Pollien's Blog Amy Pollien's Instagram Google Keep Ledger Pads BIC Pens BIC Mechanical Pencils Rabbi Tarfon Quote from the Pirkei Avot (2:21) Python DOS
Episode 136 - Treadmill, Jayke B
December 19, 2019 17:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBHi folks! We are starting this week with a discussion about some recent changes to Ursula's Routine, and a (brief) talk about her writing methods. We wrap up this week's interview with Jayke B about how they stay productive! Links for this Episode: Jayke on Twitter Jayke's art on Twitter Jayke's Instagram Asana OurGroceries Weather Underground Quickbase IFTTT Zapier Google LiveTranscribe App Ava Goodnotes Wacom Tablet PC Dragons with Unusual Hoards Tips and Tri...
Episode 125 - Spirituality, Letters
December 12, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBHi folks! This week after we discuss how we're being productive this week we'll dive into your letters. One of them generated an interesting discussion on integrating spiritual practices without subscribing to a larger faith/church/etc. We hope you enjoy it! Links for this Episode: Clutterbug ORG Mode Lizardbeth's Sticker Store Not-so-Jolly Sergi Sticker The Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker Cookbook - Chipolte Black Beans Optimism Bias Episode 83 with Meera
Episode 124 - Comparisons, V.M. Brasseur
December 05, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBThis week my Wombat Co-host and I will discuss our productivity rates, and what happens when we compare ourselves to others. We also update you on ... Finally, we talk to this week's guest, the Open Source Superstar ond one of my favorite speakers at conferences, V. M. Brasseur! Links for this Episode: V. M. Brasseur on Twitter Forge Your Future With Open Source Seagull Services Remember The Milk Trello Evernote Mindnode Gitlab Bikeshedding Yak Shaving IRCCloud
Episode 123 - Deadline Driven, Keith Sutton
November 28, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBThis week, we continue our discussion of my transition to a new team are work, as well as the Wombat Co-Host's perceived lack of productivity. We also discuss how SAD (Seasonal Affective Dissorder) can impact us, as well as review the 2020 OolaPlanner. Finally we chat with Keith Sutton about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) OolaPlanner Emacs Org Mode Spacemacs Waterfall Methodology Habitica OneNote
Episode 122 - Working Trips, Jenn Mercer
November 21, 2019 17:00 - 2 hours - 107 MBThis week, Ursula and I discuss working trips, and the toll they take on us. We also have updates on our individual productivity, and wrap it up by talking to our friend Jenn Mercer about how she stays productive as a professional French-English translator! Links for this Episode: Jenn Mercer's Professional Website Jenn's Twitter Jenn's Instagram Ravelty ComicBookRealm American Translator's Association SCL Trados Studio MemoQ ABBYY FineReader Scrivener Wordfast OmegaT...
Episode 121 - Foraging, Letters
November 14, 2019 17:00 - 39 minutes - 32.3 MBSince I'm back home, I'll discuss some of what happened at the work event last week, and then we'll catch up with our Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) on how productive she has been, as well as where we are with the new tenant on Dogskull Patch. After that, we will read your letters! Links for this Episode: The Harp Twins WindyCon Shepherd's Patreon K.B. Spanger Silvopasture Nameless Sheep Comics (Twitter Thread) Gantt Charts
Episode 120 - Work Conference, Buddy Goodboy Esq.
November 07, 2019 17:00 - 32 minutes - 26.3 MBHi folks! I am at a work conference this week, so I'll do a quick intro so you can hear my amazing conversation with Buddy Goodboy, Esq. I hope you all have a productive week! Links for this Episode: Buddy Goodboy Esq on Twitter Bullet Journal Trello HIPAA Mindhunter (TV)
Episode 119 - In Between, Jesse "Tango" Stringer
October 31, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 83 MBThis week, the Wombat Co-host and I discuss the feeling of being in between projects, the work that goes into our current political activity, and the feeling of not working enough. After that we have our friend Jesse "Tango" Stringer on to talk to us about how he stays productive. Links for this Episode: Jesse on Twitter Jesse on Mastodon Jesse on Dreamwidth Ersatz Echos of Eastfjord Harbor Podcast Colorado Style Pizza Dorsai Irregulars Midwest FurFest Habitica Dungeons an...
Episode 118 - Filling Forms, Thomas Redeux
October 24, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBThis week, we will talk about how many forms we need to fill out, when those forms are due, and our history with the financial aid form in particular. We will then follow up with Thomas Brandt and see what has changed since we last talked to him. Links for this episode: Episode 47 with Thomas Brandt Chaos-media - Thomas Brandt's Podcast Podlove German Teacher's Planner Habitica David Allen's Getting Things Done Kanban Pomodoro Technique Powerschool Omnifocus Workflowy...
Episode 117 - Presentations, Letters
October 17, 2019 17:00 - 42 minutes - 34.1 MBHi folks! This week we will discuss the good and the bad in terms of our productivity this past week. From conference talk prep and presentation to bank errors and house guests, we talk about the impact it all had on our productivity. After that, we will read and respond to your letters! Links for this Episode: Star Trek: Bridge Commander Morels: The Hunt Packing Pro App Conservation Burial Scribbles That Matter Notebook Dingbats A5 Notebook All Things Open Storytelling 101 Bl...
Episode 116 - Exhausted, Elizabeth Crow
October 10, 2019 17:00 - 56 minutes - 45.8 MBHi folks. We had to deal with some stressful stuff today, and so don't have much to talk about. So instead we're just going to go right to our interview with Elizabeth Crow, and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Elizabeth Crow on Twitter Sarah Whitten on Twitter LizardBethArt on Twitter LizardBeth's Twitch Let's Play Channel Untitled Goose Game Parkasaurus Factory Town Kingdoms and Castles Minecraft 7 Days to Die Mist Survival Rimworld Zoo...
Episode 115 - New book, Elizabeth Bee update
October 03, 2019 13:22 - 2 hours - 132 MBThis week we feature an update from past guest Elizabeth Bee, who has changed jobs, changed organizational systems, and had to make some adjustments to how she gets stuff done. Before that, though, the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) and I will discuss her new book, the thrown ball, and the ups and downs of the past week. Links for this episode: Elizabeth Bee on Twitter Episode 45 with Elizabeth Bee Getting Things Done Microsoft OneNote Ravelry RavIt Cora AirTable Clue Skilcra...
Episode 114 - Pitches, Michael Headley
September 26, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBThis week, we will discuss the difficulty of working on a new team with the Wombat Co-Host, some review of the stages of team development, and what it's like to be adjusting your sleep schedule. We wrap it all up with an interview with Data Analyst, Author, and YouTuber Michael Headley! Links for this Episode: Michael on Twitter Michael on YouTube Bullet Journal Levenger TUL Disc Notebooks Nirvana App David Allen's Getting Things Done Tomato Timer Productivity Challenge T...
Episode 113 - Completing Things, Jane Lindskold and Jim Moore
September 19, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBHi folks! This week we will talk about completing a big project, and the feelings you get after it is done. We also have an update on one of the Wombat Co-Host's (Author Ursula Vernon) long-term goals, and finish up with the live show from Bubonicon with Jane Lindskold and Jim Moore! (Sadly, I cannot currently find a public copy of the quail photo mentioned in the show) Jane Lindskold's Official Website Jane Lindskold's Blog Jane Lindskold on Twitter Roger Zelazny (Wikipedia) Wolf's...
Episode 112 - Back in a Rut, Letters
September 12, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBHi folks! It's a letter week, and we'll read and talk about your questions, comments, and feedback! We also talk about how the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula) did with her "sick day" last week, as well as Kevin's frustrations with apps and lack of interoperability. Links for this Episode: Colcannon recipe French Cooking in Ten Minutes: Adapting to the Rhythm of Modern Life (amazon) Japanese Battleship Curry Celestial Tribute Tea Machine Learning for Fisheries 3llo Trello Command Lin...
Episode 111 - No Ideas, Sarah Hartman
September 05, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBWhat do you do when the well runs dry-ish, and you can't come up with new ideas? This week the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) and I will talk about her sudden lack of ideas and how maybe a day off - a REAL day off - can help. After that we'll talk to Sarah Hartman about how they stay productive. Links for this Episode: Sarah Hartman on Twitter Brandeis University Cataloging Ethics Ravelry Ravelry Community Guidelines MyNoise HabitLab Forest App Ask a Manager
Episode 110 - Jet Lag, Patricia Pinto
August 29, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 87 MBHi folks! We are currently recovering from jet lag and travel, so we're going to share the talk I did with Patricia Pinto about how she stays productive while we recover. Links for this Episode: Patricia Pinto's Website Basecamp The Hidden Almanac Welcome to Night Vale Wordpress Gutenberg Editor NaNoWriMo Crazy Rich Asians (Amazon) What to Do When It's Nothing by Static by Cassandra Khaw (Apex Magazine) Pokemon Go Pens Jetpens Pilot Petit Pilot Kakuno Preppy ...
Episode 109 - Being Home, Cooking with Dino Part 3
August 08, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBThis week, we wrap up our conversation with Dino on cooking. We talk about some easy prep stuff you can make ahead, tips on using it, and long talk about food security. We even discuss tea in China vs. tea in the US. I hope you've been enjoying the series as we wrap up this week. But before that Ursula and I talk about how we've been productive this past week. Content Warning: Poverty, U.S. Politics, Food Security, Corn, Preppers, Tibet Politics, Immigration, Christianity Links for this E...
Episode 108 - Sleep Schedule, Cooking with Dino Part 2
August 01, 2019 17:00 - 2 hours - 126 MBThis week we have part 2 of our talk with Dino about cooking! We talk salt, hot peppers, how to avoid the fear of screwing up, and the society rules around hospitality. Before that, though, Ursula (the Wombat Co-Host) and I talk about working on-call, making word count, and her current sleep schedule. This is the longest of the three, so get ready for a heck of a ride! Content Warnings for the interview segment: bodily functions, the local nuclear plant, parasites, sex, poverty, politics, ...
Episode 107 - Post-SDCC, Cooking with Dino Part 1
July 25, 2019 17:00 - 2 hours - 101 MBDino's back to talk about cooking! While the conversation DOES meander, we talk about gear, prep, and timing. We also talk about cooking for children, meal planning, the culture behind family/group meals, and a lot more (that includes recipes). But before that, Ursula and I talk about the past weekend at SDCC, dinner decision fatigue, and give an update on the baby chickens. Links for this Episode: Comics for Peace Kevin's Instant Pot Pinterest Board 6-Qt Instant Pot (Amazon) Zojir...
Episode 106 - SDCC prep, Chris Kolakowski
July 18, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBThis week we talk about chickens, working outside, and the prep for San Diego Comic-Con. We wrap it all up with an interview with the multi-talented musician Chris Kolakowski. Links for this Episode: Acoustic Mining Company (AMCO) AMCO Facebook AMCO Youtube AMCO Soundcloud Jessica Dye on YouTube TickTick Merlin Mann Back to Work 43Folders Airtable Zapier Trello Fantastical Hunter Angler Gardener Cook Paprika App Lords & Ladles Six Wakes by Mur Lafferty Red...
Episode 105 - Logistics, Letters
July 11, 2019 17:00 - 37 minutes - 30.7 MBWe're back from AnthroCon, and so we discuss some of the logistics in preparing for a big event with a lot of moving parts. We follow this with your letters, which are, as always, awesome. Links for this Episode: Bullet Journals on Instagram Bullet Journals on Pinterest Inbox Zero definition Permission to Make Bad Art by UrsulaV
Episode 104 - AnthroCon, Dana Fraedrich
July 04, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBWhile we are working AnthroCon 2019, I have this amazing interview with Dana Fraedrich to share with you all. See you next week, and remember: Stay Productive! Links for this Episode : Words by Dana Dana on Twitter Dana's Patreon Dana's Ko-Fi Blackfish Movie Milwaukie Hand Carts RIDGID Tool Storage System (AKA Ursula's Con Kit) Candle Science Document Node "On Writing" by Stephen King (Amazon) How It's Made CGP Grey Youtube "Stet" Scapple Scriviner AnthroCon ...