Ordinary Day Podcast: Recent Episodes
Diane and Peit
When a multimedia designer co-exists with a scientist, perspectives, ideas and opinions are diverse, thoughtful and maybe even a little entertaining.
Diane outlines her recent performance review at her new job. Peit brings up some political news hoping to have a discussion without getting too distraught or negative.
We are a bunch of adults doing adult things like watching orchestras... of video games! Get the inside and outside view of what we thought of Tommy Tallaricos passion project.
We discuss our recent trip to Alberta including Edmonton, Jasper, Lake Louise, Canmore and many National Parks.
We review the TV Show New Girl starring Zooey Deschanel. Our opinions dont match and cause for some possibly interesting podcasting.
Its our 5 year anniversary and like usual, we schedule a week of activities for it. We talk about our bad experience with a spa and dinner outings. Then we polish it off with news on Dianes job hunt
We give an update on Dianes job interview status and discuss recent news stories involving a streaker, an assault by burrito and a sexual misconduct accusation.
Diane shares the story of her first interview experience. Then Peit shares a graphic design story involving homeless people and combs.
Join us for Peits 100th podcast. He shares stories about starting up two podcasts, streaming live and performing music solo. Then Diane shares a story about the womens suffrage movement and the movie Suffragette. Peit shares two articles about robot torch bearers and climate change lawsuits.
We talk about people that have been our role models and times we felt like we had been a role model to others. Also Peit cautions those that seek guidance from celebrities and shares stories about his band.
Peit and Diane recap their Christmas break and discuss how small changes can keep things relaxed and fun. Plus they talk about goals for the year 2018!
Diane asks Peit about his impressions of the Game Awards. We then discuss holiday plans and what they mean to us today.
We talk about Vogues article on eco-friendly gifts for this holiday season. How do we stack up to the list? Is the list even eco-friendly?
Diane and Peit talk about life goals and transitions. Weve accomplished so much recently so whats next?
Peit has been playing the game Persona 5 non stop recently. He talks about japanese culture, sensitive themes and the concept of changing ones personality.
Well thats a title... We talk about watching the UK version of Dragons Den, then Dianes ultimate weekend!
We play a game in which Diane reads synopses from books and Peit reads descriptions from videogame cases. Then they each try to guess what its about and discuss the quality in relation to the description.
Peit says that the newest Cirque De Soleil show (Volta) was the best show he has ever seen. Hear Diane and Peits comments on the latest performance, their recent trip to Guelph, and Dianes recent social outings in this latest episode.
Diane and Peit recount their weeks and share some stories about Torontos environmental initiatives, Hurricane activity in the States, and the last things released on media that we no longer use. What will happen with our current media in the future?
We take a page from Life in Pieces to come up with todays episode name. We share summer stories then launch into current events about exercise, public funded entertainment, boobs and disaster politics.
Its a smorgasbord of topics including Bill Nye, the Toronto Rush, bad jobs, pop music, blade related crimes and Canadian tennis phenoms.
We revisit our Environmental episode (#5) and see how we are doing on keeping our life green. Listen as Peit and Diane share easy and simple tips to make your home more environmentally friendly.
It is crunch time for Diane as she shares the status of her soon to be completed PHD. Then, we finally share opinions on the excellent TV series Life in Pieces. Lastly, we cap it off with a discussion on Michael Phelps recent race with a shark.
Diane talks about her week long adventure at Ryde Lake Camp. Peit shares a story about a chicken and a bowling alley. Then the two review their recet trip with Zip Car.
Diane talks about failures of her co-workers in the lab. She also shares a story about fat vs sugar and how science does not often give a definitive answer. Peit shares birthday stories and his opinion of KFC.
Diane shares her recent trip to Ottawa to vist her grandma. We re-open our conversation about Mothers Day. Then Peit talks about the top ten worst companies to work for.
We took a weekend trip to Guelph and checked out some cool breweries, had some good eats, played some fun games and hung out with some donkeys.
Life was full of laughs this week as we tried out a new TV show and went to Second City.
We just finished watching the entire BBC version of the Office. Despite it being the original, does it stack up to the US version. Its David Brent vs Michael Scott in our non-heated and very one-sided debate.
In a spontaneous decision, Peit goes to Chicago with his cousin Kevin. Hear his lowdown of how awesome the windy city is, and how Toronto stacks up in comparison.
Its our 50th episode and we celebrate with some new music. We are joined by Sarah to discuss Social Media and whether it is good or bad.
Should video games, like movies, be considered art? We discuss our opinions on this heated debate.
We prepare 4 articles to discuss but get stuck mostly on the Millennial Side Hustle. A discussion about the unemployment rate for recent graduates and whether this is the fault of the system or the person themselves. How would we handle raising children in the participation award world?
We talk about Peit and his attempt to build a PC, some recent health news and some favourite Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Olympics sporting moments.
We visit Niagara Falls (Canada side) and provide our take on hotels, attractions, and brewery tours! Listen to what we recommend to try and whats worth avoiding.
We spent the week celebrating our 4th wedding anniversary and recap all of the events of this Anniversaweek.
We talk about Sears and Kmart dropping Trump products, Bill Nye returning to TV, sex-ed in Utah, and the olympics in South Korea. Then we shoot the Schitts by discussing the television show Schitts Creek! Calm down iTunes, its not explicit! Its the name of the show.
We discuss our workplace challenges from layoffs to trying to complete a thesis, plus share the latest Trump and Bulk Barn news.
We are joined by special guest Leah! She shares stories of the world of modern dating. We learn about stigmas, writing your profile, and all the different site you can use.
We talk about Big Hero 6, Final Fantasy XV, Not-so-superintendents, the Stuff Mom Never Told You podcast, the Toronto Raptors, Womens march on Washington, and Canada 150 year celebration.
We discuss Arrested Devlopment, Final Fantasy, Christmas gift returns, Fake news stories on Germanys Facebook, the Super Bug versus antibiotics, and the Nintendo Switch.
Its a new year and we have just returned form Peits Omas 80th birthday party on the weekend. We reflect on life and whats to come in the future.
Part 2 of Dianes trip to Brazil and Peit talks about a homeless person getting mad at him.
Its time to say farewell to Diane as she prepares to take off to Brazil. She shares her plans and expectations as Peit tells stories of adventuring around Toronto and taking a moment to be a better human being. Also Gilmore Girls!
Christmas is around the corner, how can we keep from spoiling our children? We share stories of spoiled children and adults while we prepare for the holidays.
Theres a shake up in the American government. Many claim they want to move to Canada as Trump wins the presidency. We talk about the election, our workplaces, and a future trip to Brazil
We talk about the movie Working Girl, our own experience with gender equality in the workplace, and how weird the 80s were.
We discuss the new Nintendo console reveal and the advance of technology. Is it something that is benifitting us or are we at a standstill?
We give thanks for things that may normally be taken for granted. Then Peit gives a brief history of the differences between Canada and American Thanksgiving.
We discussed the old and new. First, witnessing traditional life at Jordan, Ontarios Pioneer Day. Then we talk about Dianes experience with the collegiate sport, Ultimate.
Ever enjoy something so much that it is sad when it is finished? It can be hard to find something to replace the awesomeness you experienced. We discuss this strange first-world problem along with Diane sharing her Ultimate weekend.
Diane is solo tonight and takes the opportunity to teach you science. Lipolysis specifically. She teaches using something called the BOPPPS model, so how scary can it be?
For many people, it is the time of year when kids are being sent back to school. We talk about our favourite school memories ranging from decades ago to last week.
It is the final episode from our trip to Ireland including flying boats, Irish coffee, Cliffs of Moher, an Irish farm, and the Guiness storehouse.
We go over Day 3 and 4 or our trip to Ireland including a Titanic Museum, the Irish Potato Famine, the Blarney Stone and a Jaunting Carriage through the park.
We are in IRELAND! As an experiment we record our adventures on the Emerald Isle with a mobile phone. Listen to our trip as we create memories in this magical land.
Its Olympic time! Are we higher, faster, stronger, or just more in debt. Peit and Diane talk about the games in Rio, the highs and the lows, and our favourite Olympic memories.
Peit and Diane are in cottage country and decide to do a podcast from the cabin. Additional guest appearances by Peits parents!
We talk about visiting the Toronto Zoo and then ask ourselves whether we are too critical.
We talk about Diane submitting a research paper and Peit creating a card game. Then we launch into our opinions on Public Transportation in Canada.
We talk about our two latest trips in the last week: London, Ontario and Montreal, Quebec. Then we conclude our impressions on listener requested show Futurama.
Inspired by our nieces ballet recital this week, we make our topic about the performance arts. Also, we start discussing the newest show are watching, Futurama.
Diane and Peit catch-up on the last two weeks including discussing flooding apartments, how far generosity should go, scotch taste testing, and saving the planet from bug invasions.
Diane and Peit are joined by Sarah to talk about our favourite Pixar movies. It was hard to pick just three and not steal each others favourites!
Its job hunting season! Are you ready to apply and take the interview? We go through stories from our past and provide tips for potential job hunters.
The Raptors have played the last game for this season. We wrap up the exciting year theyve had and its impact on Toronto. Then we go into a full spoiler discussion of the Office US TV show.
We get political on ELBOWGATE and Peits recent experience with Jury Duty. Plus some fun stories about an Asian Hockey Tournament followed by Raptors and Lego updates
We share old and new stories of road trips we have taken. Also an update on the Raptors successful post season and a short rant on 3D movies.
We discuss Romantic Comedies, gender identities, compromises, and the concept of a happy ending. Then we honour Mothers Day with some shout outs and stories.
This week we talk about hosting 12 people for a dinner patry in a one bedroom apartment, the Toronto Rush's home opener, and break down our weekly topic: food.
This week we hit up both of our interests. Starting with us playing the Lego Movie videogame... THERES A PIG!... then followed by a discussion on Diane's research exploring fat, metobolism, leptin and exercise.
Diane and Peit talk about their biggest pet peeves. And then they brighten up the mood by each sharing a Favourite Thing.
Diane talks about her Exercise Physiology PHD. After three years experience, Diane outlines what you can expect, what should you know, or how can you prepare for a PHD.
Diane and Peit pick three of their favourite TV shows. Do we share the same interests? What are your favourite TV Shows?
We discuss the life of David Suzuki and why we respect him. Then we offer simple ways to be more green while going about your daily activities.
Diane and Peit discuss the current trend of Super Hero movies. With plans for so many more releases in the future, will this trend become oversaturated? Whats your favourite super hero movie?
The Toronto Raptors are heating up this year! We discuss a brief history of the team and our experiences with sports. Additionally, Diane shares her time with Zero Escape (the video game).
In the discussion we explore a number of terrible pop songs that are currently dominating the billboard charts (FEB 2016) and look at some older songs that prove that music is not as good as it used to be. Music discussion centres around: (1) Hotline Bling by Drake (2) Marry You by Bruno Mars (3) Love Yourself by Justin Bieber (4) Dying Days by Screaming trees (5) Somethin Hot by The Afghan Whigs (6)Lateralis by TOOL.
In the inaugural episode, Diane and Peit detail the efforts required to solve the puzzles and escape the Escape Rooms!