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I just punched down 40 eyelets. That’s as many as four fabric strips with ten eyelets each. And that’s terrible. (Because it makes your hands hurt for a few minutes. I’m really proud of what I accomplished, though.)
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Show notes:
More info about Gothicon Omaha
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Show notes:
More info about Gothicon Omaha
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The Deadpan Podcast: Gone, but definitely not forgotten. In this episode, I pay tribute to the show and acknowledge the milestone that “Amy Talks About Stuff” is now also too gross. (It works better in audio.)
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The beginning of DDoP coincided with Otakon this year!
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Covering Friday afternoon through Monday evening. Sorry about the Auphonic gaps.
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Tours were led, songs were sung. It was a wonderful first day of Dragon Con.
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Another day, another airport delay. I did make it to ATL, and am posting this from my hotel room.
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Even more responses to my fellow DDoP podcasters’ episodes.
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Here is the official Toastmasters Virtual Guest Packet that I mentioned in this episode.
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A reflection on what I got done before Dragon Con this year.
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I love the smell of real leather in the afternoon. Smells like victory.
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Today is the 9th anniversary of the day I got my first Jedi boots, so it’s a good day to get new ones.
I also talked about getting my Amy Wong boots in Episode 62.
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A list of costume concepts some of my fellow Dragon Con cosplayers have come up with.
Link to the original cartoon I mention in this episode.
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I took a walk around a part on Wednesday afternoon.
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I marched in the Ralston Fourth of July parade again this year, but this year was different.
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More comments on fellow Dog Days of Podcasting participants’ shows.
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Looking forward to a different kind of conference.
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In the name of FedEx Jon, I have cleaned this stain!
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An off-the-cuff live recording made while hand-sewing Velcro onto a headband.
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I signed up for Division Director duty again this year.
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I hit 100 Thread Snippings episodes! I celebrate by talking about what costumes I plan on wearing to Dragon Con this year.
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What’s new with the Nebraska Passport program this year, and how am I doing with it?
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First Meta Monday episode of the year!
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Another Otakon is in the books. A new friend was made, and I have a great group of roommates to look forward to seeing again next year.
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Saturday was a great Otakon day.
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We’re just getting started!
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A fond farewell to Six Flags America.
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ORD has some pretty cool art installations, actually.
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Elven Show Notes. I can’t wait to be in a real choir again!
Show Notes:
Link to “The Rider” (Official Lyric Video) on YouTube
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Another year, another borrowing of Omaha Maker Group’s tools to work on a cosplay prop.
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New experiences in familiar airports. Another pre-recorded episode.
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A new visit to a new airport, with an actual photo for a change!
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This was another tricky one to think of a meditation for, which is why I skipped a few days.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Letter-writing is a labor of love.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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From the dark and spooky to the warm and bright.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I’m so fortunate to have good friends with whom to gather.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Be gentle and kind to yourself, others, and our world.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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“Rejoice” is a great, but underutilized word.
Show Notes:
- Rejoice on Dictionary.com
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You don’t have to be powerful or important to proclaim your truth.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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What does it mean to be righteous, in games and in real life?
Show Notes:
- PHB on Archive.org
- Righteous on Dictionary.com
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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In which I reflect on preparing for the good and bad of the new year.
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Joyful Show Notes. (Yeah, I tried to do Dog Days of Advent starting from the 1st and failed. Guess I’m starting from the 12th, then.)
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Another short reflection on today’s Advent Word. Visit AdventWord.org or the Instagram.
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Dog Days of Advent is BACK for 2024! No music in this episode, but you can see this year’s word list on AdventWord.org or @AdventWord on Instagram!
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My Dog Days of Podcasting season finale for 2024.
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Days 3 and 4 were awesome.
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Yes, I know there is a big gap of silence. Auphonic’s in-browser recording function cut out on me. Sorry, don’t have time to redo.
A day that requires flexibility, but all in all, a good day.
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Tired Show Notes.
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News from Omaha’s airport improvement project.
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It’s been an interesting work shift.
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More replies to my fellow DDOP participants’ shows.
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I just sewed for an hour and 15 minutes just to get to the point where I’m at least willing to wear this thing in public. How’s your morning going?
Show Notes:
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Capris done. Belt almost done. Both tunics still to go.
Show Notes:
The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Milestone episode time! I talk about my plans for Dragon Con this year. It’s probably the most complicated and ambitious plan I’ve had yet.
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More updates from the con crunch trenches.
Show Notes:
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A few replies to the DDOP shows that I’m behind on. The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I get to meet another Internet acquaintance at Dragon Con this year!
Show Notes:
The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Finally getting started on the final accessory I need for Dragon Con.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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It was a good last day of the trip. Here are links to stuff I mentioned in this episode:
- RCDB home page
- RCDB entry for Fire Runner
- Lost Island’s home page
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Magical Show Notes.
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Today was the longest of my theme park days this trip. I had a lot of fun!
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Today was a great day! I got 5 new coaster credits today, bringing my total to either 34 or 35. Second time using the Auphonic web app, and I’m learning as I go.
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Traveling Show Notes. First time using the Auphonic web app.
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I got quite a bit done at UFO today, and overcame a sewing difficulty.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Looking back and looking ahead. It’s almost hard to believe the Palia Open Beta started exactly 1 year ago.
Show Notes:
- Previous episodes on this topic:
- Amy Talks About Stuff 213: Palia Closed Beta Day 1
- Amy Talks About Stuff 215: No Life But The Palia Life
- Dev blog posts:
- Post announcing the start of Open Beta
- Recent Looking ahead blog post
- I almost named this episode “A Year with Reth and Tish,” but it didn’t seem quite fair to single them out among all the Palia NPCs.
- The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Another short update from the con crunch trenches.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I talk about a dress I’m making just for the fun of it (both making and wearing it).
Show Notes:
- The History of Toastmasters
- DisneyBound: The Official Blog
- Disney100 character costumes that inspired this dress
- And some more pictures of those costumes
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I share a new interest I’ve discovered since the last season of DDoP.
Show Notes:
YouTube channels I recommend:
– Airtime Thrills
– ElToroRyan
– Coaster Studios
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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In which I react to this year’s batch of intro episodes to the Dog Days of Podcasting.
Show Notes:
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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A short discussion of what I plan to podcast about this year.
Show Notes:
– Sorry I keep repeating myself. It’s taking me a couple episodes to get back into the groove of doing these shows and remember the ins and outs.
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2024 Ep03: Amy Talks About Stuff 240: Preview of DDoP 2024 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Another Otakon is in the books. I talk about the costume I made for the last day of it, what I did during the day, and my plans for the upcoming month.
Show Notes:
- I actually have a featured image for once!
- Puchiko’s character page and the image reference I used for this costume
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2024 Ep02: Thread Snippings 086: Otakon 2024 Trip Report – Day 3 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
This year is my fifth time attending the Otakon anime convention in Washington, DC. It’s also the 30th anniversary of Otakon.
Show Notes:
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- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
- Mikage Project
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The finale of my trip to Canada, and of my 2023 Dog Days of Podcasting. Talk to you in December!
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep31: Amy Talks About Stuff 239: Zoo Day appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
More wonderful new experiences in Canada.
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep30: Amy Talks About Stuff 238: A Day Out In Nature appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Today was my best day of the trip so far! This despite not going to Heritage Park as originally planned.
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep29: Amy Talks About Stuff 237: Saturday (Not) In The Park appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I’m sorry I couldn’t make it to #PizzaFriday Live! this year, but this vacation is pretty cool, too!
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep28: Amy Talks About Stuff 236: Dinosaur Friday appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I made it to Calgary, Alberta, Canada! This is the first in a series of audio journal entries about this long weekend.
– The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep27: Amy Talks About Stuff 235: Airport Update – YYC appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Meta Show Notes. – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep26: Amy Talks About Stuff 234: Meta Monday #15 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
An unexpected boon came my way today. – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep25: Amy Talks About Stuff 233: A Sunday Surprise appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I talk about getting together with some of my costuming friends to work on costumes together. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep24: Thread Snippings 084: Saturday Armor Party Report appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
It was nice to see dragonflies in real life today, instead of in a video game. – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep23: Amy Talks About Stuff 232: Dragonflies appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Lazy Show Notes. – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep22: Amy Talks About Stuff 231: Thursdays Are Toastmasters Days appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Cooking with other Palia players is SO MUCH FUN!! This is another episode with a screenshot in the blog post. Show Notes: – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep21: Amy Talks About Stuff 230: Cake Party! appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
A window into my corner of the world. Show Notes: – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep20: Amy Talks About Stuff 229: Life in Omaha appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Meta Monday gets even better with a theme song! 🙂 Show Notes: – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep19: Amy Talks About Stuff 228: Meta Monday #14 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Also, the return of “Shows We’re Watching Sundays.” Show Notes: – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep17: Amy Talks About Stuff 227: Return of Ahsoka appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Another episode dedicated to Nebraska Tourism talk. Show Notes: – The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep16: Amy Talks About Stuff 226: Hiking Nebraska appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Today was our monthly UFO (UnFinished Objects) crafting day. I only stayed for about two hours this time, and in this episode, I explain why. Show notes: Sionnach Studios – The online store where I got the patterns I’m working from. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep16: Thread Snippings 083: Mando Woes appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
A milestone day over 20 years in the making. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org. (Looks like the Auphonic preset did work, by […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep15: Amy Talks About Stuff 225: Implant Crown Day appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Diary podcasting about the board game night I had tonight. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org. (Looks like the Auphonic preset did work, […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep14: Amy Talks About Stuff 224: Board Game Night appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
A wild computer hardware problem appears! Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org. (Looks like the Auphonic preset did work, by the way!)
The post DDoP 2023 Ep13: Amy Talks About Stuff 223: Computer Fan Woes appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
More responses to some of my fellow DDoP podcasters’ episodes from a week or so ago. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org. (Looks […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep12: Amy Talks About Stuff 222: Meta Monday #13 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Still backdating episodes to fill in missed days. This was recorded at about 8:20 AM US Central time on Monday the 14th, but I’m using it to backfill my Sunday episode. Sorry if the volume is lower than normal. I recorded this on my phone using Auphonic, and the phone was on my desk while […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep11: Amy Talks About Stuff 221: Passport Stamps appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
This is a backdated episode for Saturday, in which I share my favorite thing about the Palia experience. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep10: Amy Talks About Stuff 220: Saturday Night’s All Right For Mining appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
This episode tells the story behind the picture I have set as the featured image for this blog post. This year at Otakon, I made good use of the Otakon Makerspace to create an emergency replacement for a missing costume piece. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep09: Thread Snippings 082: Impromptu Iron Cosplay appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I share some of the music I’ve chosen to listen to while playing Palia. Show Notes: Link to my playlist on YouTube The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep08: Amy Talks About Stuff 219: A Playlist for Palia appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Alternately titled “Notes from Bahari Bay.” In which I share a fun and noteworthy achievement from my time playing Palia today. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep07: Amy Talks About Stuff 218: The Not-So-Lonely Sernuk Hunter appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Responding to something a listener posted in the DDoP Podcasting Peeps! Facebook group. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2023 Ep06: Amy Talks About Stuff 217: Look Up appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
My responses to many of my fellow DDoP podcasters’ episodes so far. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org. (Looks like the Auphonic preset […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep05: Amy Talks About Stuff 216: Meta Monday #12 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
In which I explain why I didn’t record anything on Friday or Saturday, and reply to one of Chris A. Moody’s episodes. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep04: Amy Talks About Stuff 215: No Life But The Palia Life appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
My first time breaking in my new Vessi shoes. Less of a review and more off-the-cuff thoughts. Show Notes: Vessi home page The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep03: Amy Talks About Stuff 214: Trying Out My New Vessi Shoes appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I and others have been looking forward to this day for so long. Finally, game progress that will be preserved long-term… in theory, at least. We made it! We’re home! Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is […]
The post DDoP 2023 Ep02: Amy Talks About Stuff 213: Palia Closed Beta Day 1 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
A short introduction to the topics I plan to cover on my show this year. Probably slightly less cosplay chat and more gaming chat. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution […]
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As promised, here’s a live update from the airport in Omaha! No music in this episode.
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Another week, another round of responses to fellow Dog Days of Podcasting participants. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep28: Amy Talks About Stuff 210: Meta Tuesday #4 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Last year, on the Tuesday before I left for Dragon Con, I recorded a ‘packing’ episode, but never actually posted it, so I’m posting it now. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep27: Thread Snippings 081: Packing for Dragon Con 2021- The Lost MP3 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Often, my packing for trips includes making a playlist for the trip. Show Notes: Chuck’s Karaoke App The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep26: Amy Talks About Stuff 209: The Contents of my iTunes Playlist appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
A short status report recorded in the midst of a sewing frenzy. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep25: Thread Snippings 080: The Final Workday appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Here’s another short update on today’s costume progress. Show notes: Glove Roll Tutorial – These are the directions I followed to create these glove rolls I keep talking about. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep24: Thread Snippings 079: Sailor and Superhero Update appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Apologies for interrupting the generally lighthearted tone of DDoP, but I wanted to reply to one of Joe’s episodes where he talked about Dragon Con’s mask policy. Show Notes: Mask Sources: Be Healthy USA Bona Fide Masks Project N95 Again, the sound quality in this episode may be inconsistent, because I recorded it piece by […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep23: Amy Talks About Stuff 208: Of Masks and Conventions appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Introducing the cast of my current in-person D&D campaign. Show Notes: Introduction to the World of Eberron on D&D Beyond The sound quality in this episode is inconsistent because I recorded parts of this episode on my phone in Auphonic, and other parts on my PC in Audacity. The theme song for Amy Talks About […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep22: Amy Talks About Stuff 207: A Cast of D&D Characters appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Good news, everyone! 😉 I have a new adventure coming up in the fall. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep21: Amy Talks About Stuff 206: A Different Kind of Convention appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Why I haven’t done much Nebraska Tourism this year. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep20: Amy Talks About Stuff 205: Nebraska Tourism 2022 Update appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? This episode is pretty much an extended shoutout to Michael Butler and Joe Fiore. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep19: Amy Talks About Stuff 204: Opening Amy Bowen’s Mail appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I started watching a new (to me) old TV series last Thursday, and here are my thoughts so far. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep18: Amy Talks About Stuff 203: Streaming Sailor Moon appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Crunchy Show Notes. (OK, I’m not feeling that lazy today. Today was a productive day, and here are the highlights of what I got done.) The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep17: Thread Snippings 078: Report from the Con Crunch Trenches appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Once again, I’ve gone crazy over a new costume idea two weeks before a convention. Help? Show Notes: Improvised D&D @ Dragon Con Goes Virtual – The video that started the Cult of Chad on the Dragon Con Discord server. (Colin Mochrie’s introduction starts at the 3:12 mark) The theme song for Thread Snippings is […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep16: Thread Snippings 077: Pretty Courier Sailor FedEx appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
A variety of random topics that are on my mind today. Show Notes: Backdated episode – actually recorded between 04:45 and 05:00 CDT on 8/18. The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep15: Amy Talks About Stuff 202: Random PC Weirdness appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
More replies to other DDoP participants’ shows. Apparently, I don’t have the preset for this show set up correctly on Auphonic, so no theme music at this time. May fix later.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep14: Amy Talks About Stuff 201: Meta Tuesday #3 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
It’s been two almost three years since we recorded Episode 100 at Dragon Con 2019. Since then, I’ve built up a collection of saved podcast episodes I wanted to reply to, and I decided to build my milestone episode around those replies. This one is a little more serious and heavier than the episodes I’ve […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep13: Amy Talks About Stuff 200: Looking Back, Talking Back appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Finally concluding my trip report from this year’s Otakon. Show Notes: HipCityVeg – Where we went for dinner on Sunday. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep12: Thread Snippings 076: Otakon 2022 Trip Report – Sunday appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Probably the first of several unboxing episodes I will record over the next week or two. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep11: Thread Snippings 075: Amplifier Unboxing appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Lazy, non-heroic show notes. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep10: Thread Snippings 074: Costume Test appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I meant to post this on Thurs. 8/11, but I got distracted. Show Notes: This blog post is also backdated to approximately the time I was recording this episode on my phone. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep09: Thread Snippings 073: New Fabric Day appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Continuing my series on the details of my new Sailor Vanellope costume. This time, I talk about the wig and hair accessories. Show Notes: This blog post is backdated to approximately the time I was recording this episode on my phone. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep08: Thread Snippings 072: Hairstyle Details appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I talk about how I made the bows for my Sailor Vanellope costume. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep07: Thread Snippings 071: Behind the Bows appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Or: How to Shoot Yourself in the Foot with Costume Fabric Choices. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2022 Ep06: Thread Snippings 070: Post-Costume-Debut Report appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
In which I describe the concept and powers of my original (well, sort of) cosplay superhero character. Show Notes: Golden Dreams page on Yesterland Golden Dreams article on Wikipedia Golden Dreams – Final Night (handheld video camera recording of the film on YouTube) The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep05: Thread Snippings 069: Who Is California Girl? appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
The main component of the new costume I’m creating specifically for Dragon Con 2022 arrived today! In this episode, I open up the package and talk about my plans for this costume. Show Notes: To get this super suit made, I started by commissioning a custom graphics file from Arachnid Studios… …and then uploaded it […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep04: Thread Snippings 068: Super Suit Unboxing appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
My trip report from this year’s Otakon continues. Show Notes: Cava – Where we went for dinner on Saturday. I loved it! The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available […]
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2016 was my first year participating in Dog Days of Podcasting, and also my first year walking in the Ralston Fourth of July Parade. For my first four years of DDoP, it was a tradition for me to talk about my Fourth of July parade experience on one of my DDoP episodes every year. They […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep02: Thread Snippings 066: An Encounter with the Sith, Episode V: The Vaccines Strike Back appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I’m back with a trip report from this year’s Otakon! This was my third time attending the anime convention in Washington, DC. This was a year of new friends and new adventures! Show Notes: Poké Papa – Friday night’s dinner spot. Highly recommended! The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep01: Thread Snippings 065: Otakon 2022 Trip Report – Friday appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I reply to various Dog Days episodes I’ve listened to since last week. (My numbering on these Meta Monday episodes is totally wrong at this point. I know I’ve repeated at least one number. I need to go back and fix it later.) Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” […]
The post DDoP 2021 Ep23: Amy Talks About Stuff 199: Meta Monday #11 appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Four Sundays later, I finally share my trip report from Sunday of Otakon 2021 (with bonus sightseeing!) Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2021 Ep22: Thread Snippings 064: Otakon 2021 Trip Report: Sunday appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Lazy Sewing Notes. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
The post DDoP 2021 Ep21: Thread Snippings 063: I Am Altering the Cloak appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I talk about the old boots I got for my first Dragon Con, the lesson I learned, and the new boots I got for this year’s Dragon Con. Show Notes: The previous episode that I referenced in this episode: Thread Snippings 008: New Boot Smell The style of boots I bought for my Amy Wong […]
The post DDoP 2021 Ep20: Thread Snippings 062: One Boot, Two Boot, Old Boot, New Boot appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
I chose to work on a different kind of craft project today: making swag to give away at Dragon Con. Show Notes: The Facebook group that I mentioned: Dragon Con Swag n Seek The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is […]
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I talk about what I’ve been up to for the last two days, and reply to several other DDoP episodes. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is […]
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I talk about the latest in Star Wars TV, and reply to one of Charlotte’s episodes. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Even in the world of creative hobbies, sometimes it’s important to read the friendly manual. Show Notes: The Facebook group containing the detailed directions I mentioned: Bespin Leia Hand Embroidery Support Group The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed […]
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Another progress report on my Flapper Leia cloak. I now officially have all the fabric I will need. Plus, I got my yoke mockup photo-ready! Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution […]
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I share where and how I’ve found the right supplies for my current cosplay project. Show Notes: I’ll come back and add links to the sites I talked about later. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a […]
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My first real Meta Monday episode this year! In which I reply to many of my fellow DDoP’ers. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via […]
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Getting Meta Monday content started a day early, I answer Nutty’s question about moviegoing before and after quarantine. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via […]
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In which I learn the importance of cleaning the dust out of your sewing machine. Show Notes: The manual for my sewing machine (see pp. 50-51 for the steps I took) I really like to title my episodes after song lyrics, when I can, and this is the first chance I’ve gotten this year. The […]
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Continuing from yesterday’s episode, I talk about the benefits of doing a trial run before creating an important costume piece. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available […]
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In which I begin the process of looking at my Flapper Leia outfit and determining what materials still need to be obtained and what still needs to be done. Show Notes: The Spoonflower fabric I mentioned The copper cord I ended up buying The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
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Normally I reply to others’ DDoP shows on Mondays, but this time I’m doing it on Tuesday. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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On Day 2 of Otakon, I supported artists, enjoyed seeing all the cosplays, and walked 10,000 steps in my least comfortable cosplay shoes. Show Notes: – Featured image on this blog post is of me as Asuka from Neon Genesis Evangelion, and my friend Megan as Belldandy from Ah! My Goddess. – The theme song […]
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Day 1 of Otakon 2021 was a success! Show Notes: – You asked for pictures, you got pictures! Featured image on this blog post is of me as BT and my friend Megan as Ladybug. – OPENWORLD Music’s website – The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album […]
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I traveled to DC today. I am very tired, but happy to be here. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I share thoughts and observations from my experience of packing for my first convention in the age of COVID-19. Show Notes: The featured image for this episode is of me in my BT costume, taken at Otakon 2019. Otakon 2021 Schedule The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the […]
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I talk about my plans for this round of DDoP: more cosplay and random topics, less (but still some) Nebraska Tourism. Also: I support my local CSA, and I think more people should. Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. […]
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I talk about how I fixed up the final piece of my BT cosplay outfit that needed to be fixed up before Otakon: the sash/waist cloth. Show Notes: BT’s official character art (wallpaper) .hack//SIGN cast group picture The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts […]
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Maker spaces can benefit cosplayers by providing access to more and better tools. Also: Don’t glue Velcro to fabric or foam. This show marks the beginning of my 6th year of Dog Days of Podcasting, and my first year on the Internet’s wider world of podcast directories! Show Notes: The artist behind my adorable new […]
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Today I return to an #AdventWord from the period of Advent this year when I wasn’t recording daily episodes. I think if there’s a word that characterizes this Advent and this year, “Patient” is that word. Also in this episode: the return of the SongMasher 3000! Show Notes: The theme song for Amy Talks About […]
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Proclaim.” As promised, most of this was recorded live from my church, right before the Christmas Eve virtual service started! Show Notes: Video of our service and pageant (posted to our Facebook page) – Skip to 53:30 for the beginning of the service, or to about 1 hour and 5 minutes in […]
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Holy.” Show Notes: Today’s reflection at AdventWord.org The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Wisdom.” I reflect on it and share some feedback on this year’s Dog Days of Advent challenge. Show Notes: Today’s reflection at AdventWord.org The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution […]
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Mystery,” which seems appropriate for a solstice. Show Notes: Today’s reflection at AdventWord.org The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Rejoice,” which I last reflected on during the 2018 Dog Days of Advent. What do you have to rejoice over today? Show Notes: My 2018 episode for the word “Rejoice” Today’s reflection at AdventWord.org The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for […]
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Turn.” My reflection today returns to themes I touched on during the Dog Days of Quarantine. What will you turn toward next year? Show Notes: Last year’s episode that included the word “Turn” My episode “Taking Some Time” from the spring The best version of “The 12 Days of Christmas” ever. The […]
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Today’s #AdventWord is “Bless.” I reflect on ways I have been blessed, and ways I have been a blessing to others. Show Notes: Last year’s episode that included the word “Bless” Santa’s Rock ‘n’ Lights The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. […]
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Today’s #AdventWord of the day is “Learn” – a word that has always been an important part of my life, and still is today. Show Notes: Visit AdventWord.org for daily meditations. The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed […]
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This is another #AdventWord that showed up last year. In today’s episode, I reflect on my experience as a lay leader of worship services this year. Show Notes: Visit AdventWord.org for daily meditations. Here’s this year’s ‘Worship’ meditation, and last year‘s. The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from […]
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Today’s #AdventWord of the Day is “Rest,” which I also reflected on last year. Here’s a new reflection, now with bonus article links! Show Notes: The importance of a ‘stop day’ Claim Your Day of Rest for Improved Health and Productivity The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from […]
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Today’s #AdventWord is one that came up last year: “Go.” Let’s see if I can do a better job with it this year. Show Notes: Visit AdventWord.org for deeper meditations on each day’s word. The theme song for Amy Talks About Stuff is “Wandering,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This […]
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