ksonney – Productivity Alchemy: Recent Episodes
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OK folks, this was a hard decisions to make, but Productivity Alchemy is going on Hiatus until early 2025. It turns out buying a house and moving to another state, maintaining a day job, traveling for public appearances, managing a department at a gigantic event, AND making a podcast every other week is a lot. Given all of that, I have made the hard decision to pause this podcast until February 2025. By then we will be done with the move, I will be finished with MAGFest, and we be done with the travel schedule for 2024.
I love you all, and appreciate your support, and we will be back in 2025!
Hi folks! We are back from WorldCon 2024 with a brief update before we head off to Bubonicon! After that, we have an amazing conversation with Brent McCullough, creator of ADHDAlly!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: CHADD * ADHDAlly * ADHDAlly on Mastodon * ADHDAlly on Threads * Moka Pot * Ember Mugs * Mover Erase * Notion * Asana * Scrum * Thomas the Tank Engine * MtG: Arena * 2024 Hugo Awards * Bubonicon 55
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Hi folks! Due to travel and all that sort of thing, we don’t have an interview, but we DO have your letters! Before we get to those, though, we talk about news and productivity impact, Ursula’s new manuscript, and where we’ll be in August!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Bat Conservation International * WorldCon 2024 * Bubonicon * Kevin’s New Rock Boots * LEUCHTTURM1917 * Obsidian * Hobonichi Techo * IFTTT
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We’re back from Finland, and are here to welcome you to year 8 of Productivity Alchemy! We will talk about what we’ve been up to for the past two weeks, where you can see us in August, and then talk to Steve Scanlon about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Leukemia and Lymphoma Society * Charity Spotlight: Pancreatic Cancer Society * Steve Scanlon on LinkedIn * Rewire Inc * Neuroplasticity * The Far Side * Falling Upwards by Richard Rohr
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Hi folks! Here it is, Episode 350, and the yearly interview with Kevin! But before that, we talk about how our past week has gone, how Ursula is NOT packing for FinnCon (yet), and what Kevin has been up to on his day-to-day. Thank you so much for seven wonderful years!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: CORA Food Pantry * Charity Spotlight: World Central Kitchen * Charity Spotlight: Feeding America * Kevin Sonney on LinkedIn * Kevin Sonney on BlueSky * Hobonichi Techo * Anderillium Green Kingfisher Green Ink * BUNGUBOX x SAILOR Wajima Maki-e “Cloud Dragon” * Gmailctl * Mimestream * FinnCon 2024
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Hi folks! We are blessed by a week of “normality” (even if Kevin was on call for it), and so we talk a little bit about that, give an update on where we’ll be in the next few weeks/months, and remind everyone about the change in releases for the show. After that, we have an incredible talk with Andrew Hartman, CEO of Time Boss!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Olive Crest * Time Boss * Andrew Hartman on LinkedIn * The Agile Manifesto * Pomodoro Technique * Stephen Covey: Big Rocks First * Catan * Monopoly Deal * Exploding Kittens * Magic the Gathering * Woop Band
Due to some technical issues recording this week, we have to defer to next week – and wait for some equipment deliveries. Sorry for the inconvenience!
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Hi folks! No Ursula this week, so a rather sort, distraction-free update on how Kevin is keeping up. After that, we catch up with Jesse “Tango” Stringer about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Tango’s ExtraLife * Charity Spotlight: Alpine Rescue Team * Tango’s LinkSpace * US Bureau of Reclamation * Dimension 20 Youtube Channel * Dimension 20 Podcast (audio only) * Mt. Bluesky
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Hi Folks! This week, we dive down the rabbit hole that is the GoBots Wiki, as Ursula discovers the Rock Lord GoBots, and admires the writing style of the person who maintains it. We’ll also catch up on our productivity and then we read your letters!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Haw River Assembly * Rock Lord GoBots * Visconti Homo Sapians Lava Dark Age Collection * Optimus Prime Transforming Pen * Field Notes notebooks * Night of the Comet * Kelli Maroney * The GoBots Wiki * The Transformers: The Movie * GoBots: Battle of the Rock Lords * MtG Arena * The Hidden Almanac for 2017-04-12
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Hi folks! This week Kevin is having a day where focus is for other people. We’ll talk about that, how it’s normal, and maybe what to do about it. After that, we talk to Nelson Paredez Parks about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Bel Air Church * Charity Spotlight: UNICEF * Nelson Paredez Parks * Help&Answers * The ESI Network * Filemaker * Conflicting Loyalties by Aiden Gabor * Tony Robbins
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Hi folks! This week we’ll talk about Kevin’s most recent coding for work and how it isn’t a failure, but learning. We’ll also catch up with Ursula and how she’s been doing, before we talk to Alden Mills about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Navy Seal Foundation * Alden Mills * Unstoppable Mindset by Alden Mills * Negativity Bias * Perfect Fitness (makers of the Perfect Pushup)
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Hi folks! This week we’ll talk about having anxiety about travel when there is no immediate travel, as well as catch up on where we are with our productivity. After that, we talk to Chris Hunter about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Doctors Without Borders * Charity Spotlight: World Central Kitchen * Chris Hunter on LinkedIn * Blackout Punch: An Entrepreneur’s Journey from Chaos to Clarity * Koia Protein Drinks * Four Loco
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Hi Folks! This week we have updates about our recent trip, and then a review of what was discussed at the MiniCon Productivity Alchemy Panel. The discussion was mostly around the question “What do I do when I retire and don’t have a fixed schedule anymore?” So we’ll share what we think!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Bail Funds for Palestine Protesters * Charity Spotlight: World Central Kitchen * Charity Spotlight: Doctors Without Borders
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UPDATE : Now with fixed audio!
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Hi folks! We have returned from Australia but are still somewhat jet lagged, so there are very little updates. Fortunately there is a great conversation with Rick Heinz to make up for it!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Ukraine Red Cross Society * Charity Spotlight: The American Cancer Society * Rick Heinz * Storyteller’s Forge * The Black Ballad * The Red Opera * The Crow RPG * Universal Soldier RPG
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Hi Folks! As we ready ourselves for the next set of trips, we catch you up on our productivity! Hear how Ursula is returning to “normal,” how Kevin’s Talk at SRECon24 went, and where they will be for the next little bit. After that we talk with Raya Fratkina about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) * Charity Spotlight: The Trevor Project * About Raya Fratkina * Reflect Notes * Zojirushi Electric Kettle
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CW: ADHD, Cancer, Death
Hi folks! This week, we will be talking about Ursula’s vacation, our upcoming trips and appearances, and a minor update on the rest. After that, we catch up with Vera Alcorn, and how she has changed how she stays productive after the sudden loss of her husband.
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Alliance to Cure Cavernous Malformation * Charity Spotlight: People’s Health Clinic of Portland * Vera Alcorn’s First Appearance * Tody App * Lotsa Helping Hands * Bearable App * Agendio * Notion * Filofax * JustWatch * StoryGraph * Garmin Pedometer
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Hi folks! Kevin is back from Prague, and Ursula is getting ready for a well deserved vacation. So not much of an update from us, but we have a great discussion with Patricia Herterich about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Choose Love * Charity Spotlight: Doctors without Borders * Patricia Herterich on Mastodon * Patricia Herterich on GitHub * Open Life Science * OLS+NASA Project * Asoki Planners * Lumos Pens * Taskmaster on IMDB * Joplin * Readwise * Toggl * Rocketbook * Staedtler Pens
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Hi folks! This week Kevin is getting ready to go to Prague for work, Ursula is wrapping up her treatments, and our internet is cranky. After a brief update, we talk to Erin Stafford about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Girls, Inc * Erin Stafford * The Type A Trap: Five Mindset Shifts to Beat Burnout and Transform Your Life * Erin on LinkedIn * Erin on Instagram * Trello * Whoop Band * Oura Ring * ImpactEleven * The American University of Paris
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This week, while Ursula rests, we’ll have a quick update, and hear Kevin’s update and minor rant about concert scheduling in 2024. After that, we’ll talk to author and editor Jennifer Brozek!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: British Wildlife Aid Foundation * Charity Spotlight: Jeff Sturgeon GoFundMe * Charity Spotlight: Lezli Robyn GoFundMe * Jennifer Brozek * Shadowrun: Auditions by Jennifer Brozek * Dear Penpal – Coming March 2024 * Baumgartner Restoration on YouTube * Tasting History on YouTube * Flame Tree Publishing * Catalyst Game Labs * Ravensburger Puzzles * Flo Masks * MiniCon 2024 * SupaNovaCon * RavenCon
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CW: Cancer, Chronic Pain
Hi folks! This week we catch up with Ursula on her productivity and recent post-chemo progress and concerns. We also find out how Kevin is doing before we read your letters!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline * Logophage’s Planner Pages * Better Living Through Algorithms by Naomi Kritzer * Embedded Podcast Ep. 460: “I Don’t Care What Your Math Says” Transcript
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Hi folks! This week we’ll catch up on Kevin’s feelings of being overwhelmed, Ursula’s recovery and new treatment, as well as some live-in-general updates. After that we get to talk to one of our favorite people, Jadzia Axelrod!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: The Okra Project * Jadzia Axelrod * Galaxy: The Prettiest Star * DC Pride 2022 * Hawkgirl Mini-series * Bestpresso * Apocalyptica * Jagged Little Pill * Rockstar * Dropout Channel * The Muppets Mayhem * Spy X Family * Bluey
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Hi folks! I’m back from MAGFest, and am tired. But it was fun, and I’ll get you all caught up on our productivity or lack thereof, how I spent MAGFest, and Ursula’s recovery. After that, we talk to Ryan Renteria about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Mind Share Partners * Ryan Renteria * Stretch Five * Lead Without Burnout * Bloomberg Terminals * Eisenhower Matrix * The Pareto Principle AKA The 80/20 Rule * Our Flag Means Death * Ted Lasso * Succession
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Happy Birthday to Kevin! To celebrate, we’re doing….nothing much really. We’ll talk about His productivity, Ursula’s productivity, and some other odds and ends before an exceptional talk with John Diggs about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation * John Diggs Website * Mapppineerville * John Diggs’s Books (Amazon) * Mind Mapping * John’s Ted-X Talk * MindMeister * MeisterTask * Jerome, AZ
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This week, we talk about how Lacey the Hound managed to lock Kevin out of the house, and Ursula’s response to a late-night summons. We also catch up with how Ursula’s Chemo is going, Kevin’s productivity, and the talk to the host of the Quest Friends Podcast Kyle Decker!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: The Walter Hive * Quest Friends Main Site * Quest Friends Twitter * Quest Friends TikTok * Kyle’s Twitter * Adobe Audition Pro * Under the Neighborhood * Pomodoro * Emergent Task Planner * Pokemon Go-tcha * DuoMon for Pokemon Go * Persona 5 Striker * 7 Days to Die * Grounded * Tali Sherot Ted Talk * Influence by Robert Cialdini * Episode 191 with Gary Tyrell * Permission to Make Bad Art * Gravity Falls * Amphibia * Owl House
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CW: Cancer, ADHD
His folks! This week Ursula is recovering from her most recent chemo treatment – the last of the “Red Devil” series – so it’s just Kevin, who is tired. So tired he bought a sticker and pin that says “Hi! My Name is Tired” (link in the show notes). After that we have an amazing discussion with Certified Bad Ass April Jenn Choi!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: ACLU * Charity Spotlight: The Trevor Project * April Jenn Choi * Todoist * S-Gel Sharpie Pen * Pilot Precise V5 * Pilot Marker Pens * Engineering Paper (amazon) * Matrix Keyboard * Logi MX ERGO * Logi ERGO K860 * 3D Mouse * Reddragon Gaming Mouse * Genshin Impact * Cult of the Lamb * Kerbal Space Program * Indistractable * Amazon Chime (app) * Ecclesiastes 9:10 * Moonwalking with Einstein * October Sky * Chicken Journey * Strike Gently Co. (Hello I’m Tired Sticker/Pin)
CW: Cancer. Long COVID Hi folks! This week we have some updates from Ursula and Myself on how we are staying productive, as well as the progress of Ursula’s Chemo. After that, we catch up with the other half of Hypernode Media, Sandra Tayler! Links for this Episode:
CW: Cancer Hi folks! It is a chemo week, so Ursula is resting, which is a productive thing (don’t let anyone else tell you different). So we’re going to have a short update before we catch up with friend oft he show Howard Tayler on how he stays productive! Links for this Episode:
CW: Cancer Note: Yes, there are some Mic problems. We did our best to compensate, but you know how it goes 🙁 This week, we get an update on Ursula’s treatments, Kevin’s productivity, and some odds and ends. After that, we read your letters! Links for this Episode:
CW: Cancer This week Ursula is recovering from her second Chemo treatment, so she’s resting. After a brief update from Kevin, we catch up with friend of the show Raygan Earl! Links for this Episode:
CW: CancerHo boy! This week we talk about how stress is impacting our productivity, get the latest updates from Ursula, and see how Kevin is doing. After that, we have an amazing talk with Heidi Butters-Stabb about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode:
CW: Cancer Here we are, the week of Ursula’s first Chemo treatment. We’ll talk about how that went, the new treatments and tech they are using, and how it is impacting our productivity and mental health. After that, we have a long chat with Jon Spriggs about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode:
CW: Cancer A big week! Ursula has had her Chemo Port installed, and we will talk about the technology involved, the formal start date for treatment, as well as the impact on both Kevin and Ursula’s productivity and mental health. Then we take the time to read your letters. Links for this Episode:
Hi folks! We find ourselves in a continual weird state once again this week, with Ursula in a holding pattern while she waits for her treatments to begin. Meanwhile, with the holiday and all the time off in fits and starts, Kevin has been trying to keep up and focused. After we talk about that, we have a fantastic talk with Riya Sokol and find out how she stays creative and productive! Links for this Episode:
Hi folks! This week we talk about having “Schrodinger’s Schedule” – having to plan for two possible futures, and how it is impacting our productivity. We’ll also catch up on the latest on Ursula’s medical status, her productivity, and mine. After that, we have an AMAZING talk with Whitney Lee about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode:
Content Warning: Cancer OK, so we’re back this week with the results from Ursula’s biopsy last week, and yeah, it’s not a minor thing after all. We’ll talk about the diagnosis, the treatment plan, and the impact it has had on our productivity. Yeah, it impacts our productivity – just not in the ways we expected. And after that we talk to CEO and co-founder Eliza Arnold about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode:
Hi folks! This week we will give a brief update of what’s going on with our own productivity, as well as an update on why Ursula isn’t on the show this week. After that, we talk to Dave Pygon about his new book and find out how he stays productive! Links for this Episode:
This week we’ll check in with both Kevin and Ursula to see how Kevin’s change to his system are going. We also are deferring the one letter we have to next month, so there are no letters! Links for this Episode:
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Welcome to the first episode of year 7! This week we’ll talk about Kevin’s long-ish weekend, his new work laptop, and how he’s on-call some more this week. We’ll also catch up with Ursula on her latest progress both with writing and signing things, as well as her latest video games obsession. After that, we’ll have a discussion with Aytekin Tank about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: UNICEF * Aytekin Tank’s Website * Automate Your Busywork * Jotform * Aytekin on Twitter * Aytekin’s Jotform Blog * 7 Habits of Highly Effective People * iA Writer * Eisenhower Matrix * The Artist’s Way * Zapier
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And that’s year six in the can! This week we’ll give updates on our productivity, code, progress on signing things, and the latest of Ursula’s book progress. And after all that, we have your yearly catch-up interview with Kevin Sonney, with guest interviewer Ursula Vernon!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: 988 Lifeline * Charity Spotlight: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention * Charity Spotlight: Suicide Prevention Resource Center * Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline * Kevin Sonney on Twitter * Kevin’s ChickenCam on Twitch * What is Site Reliability Engineering? * Ologies Chickenology Episode(s) * PatBoard * Noteplan * Bravestorming Movers Erase * ReMarkable2 * Staedtler Norris Digital Pencils * John Wick Chapter 4 * Prehistoric Planet * Diablo IV * Horizon: Forbidden West * John Scalzi on Productivity Alchemy * Wheaton’s Law * Jee Veerey by Bloodywood
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Here it is, the penultimate episode of year six! We’ll talk about our current productivity wins, challenges, and the latest batch of things Ursula needs to sign. After that, we’ll read your letters!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Tango’s Extra Life * Charity Spotlight: Carolina Abortion Fund * Brain Injury Survival Toolkit (book) * Therapist Planner * Wombats are Biofluorescent * Thornhedge pre-order
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Ursula’s back with an update on our now healthy Hound! We won’t go into any details, but suffice to say, we’re glad she’s home. And then we have the second part of our catch-up with Selphie. Enjoy!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: World Cancer Research Fund * Charity Spotlight: American Association for Cancer Research * Selphi’s Ko-Fi * URGPURG (Saturday 8.30 AM AEST) * Tonari no Fumi (Wednesday 1.30 PM AEST) * Selphie’s First Appearance * Selphie’s Second Appearance * The Devil’s Tramping Ground * Brevelle the Milk Cafe(tm) BMF600
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OK, after what has been a trying week, here is the first part of our catch-up with Selphie Trabia. Before that, though, a brief update on the chickens and the ongoing Hound health saga.
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: World Cancer Research Fund * Charity Spotlight: American Association for Cancer Research * Selphi’s Ko-Fi * URGPURG (Saturday 8.30 AM AEST) * Tonari no Fumi (Wednesday 1.30 PM AEST) * Selphie’s First Appearance * Selphie’s Second Appearance * The Devil’s Tramping Ground * Brevelle the Milk Cafe(tm) BMF600
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There are baby chickens! That’s really the most important thing this week, but we did do other things, and we’ll update you on how we are doing on our productivity. After that, we have a magical talk with Dalia Monterroso, the President of Chickenlandia, about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Innocence Project * Welcome to Chickenlandia * Bawk Talk Podcast * Let’s All Keep Chickens! * TedxWWU : I Dream of Chickens * Hentopia * Portlandia * Chapinlandia * Perry Mason * Schmigadoon! * Severance * MASH * Ted Lasso * What Feasts at Night Pre-Order
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Hi folks! This week we’ll talk about Kevin’s on-call, new tattoo, Ursula’s new website, and some other odds and ends. After that we have a fantastic talk with Yvette Amirian about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: The Armenia Fund * Yvette Amirian on IMDB * The Integrity of Joseph Chambers * Alert Fatigue
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This week, we have our usual set of productivity updates, including Kevin’s on-call, Ursula’s virtual con appearance, prep for her dental work, and the woes that come with managing WordPress. After that, we’ll read your letters!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: The Alongside Wildlife Foundation * Cori’s Planners + The Youtube Overview + Monthly Planner + Quarterly Planner v.1 + Quarterly Planner v.2
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This week we both have had a normal week, although not without a few hiccups. We’ll talk about that, Ursula’s upcoming virtual con appearance, and Kevin’s sudden anxiety about being on-call. After that, we have an amazing talk with Dana Mahina and find out how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Kiva * Charity Spotlight: Nelm’s Music Planet * Dana Mahina * Dana Mahina on Twitter * Dana Mahina on LinkedIn * Focused Writing Apps * Joe Versus the Volcano * Breaking Bad * Mythic Quest * The Office (US Version) * Brain Writing * Sheryl Sandburg * A House with Good Bones by T. Kingfisher
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It is book launch week! We talk about the book launch event for “A House With Good Bones” before catching up on our productivity, lack of travel plans for the next few months, and more. We then chat with Jennie and Obby Breeden about how they stay productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: ACLU * Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood * The Devil’s Panties * Jennie on Twitter * KiwiBoxes * CrunchLabs * A House With Good Bones by T. Kingfisher (Ursula Vernon)
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We’re both home! But since Ursula was at a book event this week, she gets a week off while I have an amazing talk with Athena Scalzi, and find out how she stays productive.
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Carolina Tiger Rescue * Athena Scalzi on Twitter * Athena Scalzi on Whatever * Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps * Native Care Products * Remarkable2 * Squishmallow * Squishable * The JoCo Cruise
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Hi folks! After a weekend in Indianapolis I recorded this from a hotel in Orlando, so the productivity update is a bit sparse. But to make up for it, we have this AMAZING chat with Sara Nash, and found out how she stays productive! Enjoy!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline * Sara Nash on Twitter * Dexcom G6 * The Flylady * Mise en Place * Fitbit * Asana * Lynne M. Thomas * University of Illinois SFWA Special Collection * Timex Sinclair 1000 * TRS-80 * Wax Cylinders at the Library of Congress * Bullet Journals * Yogurt in an Instant Pot * Violet Blue * FloMask * Corsi-Rosenthal Box * Bullet Train
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We’re back from Hawaii, but Ursula had a bit of dental work so is taking the week off. After a brief update from Kevin, we’ll jump right in and talk to Rebecca Martino and fine out how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Sleep in Heavenly Peace * Stately Pet Supply * Stately Pet Supply in Instagram * Stately Pet Supply on Facebook * Apple Notes * At-A-Glance DayMinder * Clamp-on Cupholder * Lightspeed Point-of-Sale * Downton Abbey
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Hi folks! This is our last episode before taking a two week vacation! It has been YEARS since we did an ACTUAL vacation, and so we’ll talk about where we are on our various projects and where we hope to be before we leave. After that, we have a lovely chat with the author Tove K. Danovich!
Links for this episode:* Charity Spotlight: The Livestock Conservancy * T. K. Danovich * Tove on Twitter * Tove on Instagram * Tove’s Chickens on Instagram * Pilot G2 Pens * Jetpens * Scan Marker Pro * Libby App * The Hookup Plan * Rosemary & Thyme * Midsomer Murders * Shakespear & Hathoway * Monty Don * Ground Force * Courtney Maum’s The Year of the Horses
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Hi folks! This week we’ll talk about Kevin’s new Toys – I mean Tools – that he’s using to keep track of things. We’ll also check in with Ursula and how her progress is going with edits and the endless pile of things to sign. After that, we read your letters!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: World Central Kitchen * Todoist * Patboard * Modubooq * Chef Jose Andres * Tzadikim Nistarim * Ellane W
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This week we catch up with Ursula on how her glasses and brain meds are going, as well as see where Kevin is on his work. After that we have a lovely chat with James Fair, and find out how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: American Red Cross Disaster Services * James Fair on LinkedIn * Motivate Your Life – 11 Inspiring stories to move you into action: A Journey of Riches * Office365 * MAGFest * Dorsai Irregulars * OneNote * Tim Ferris * Maintenance Phase * If Books Could Kill * SteamDeck
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Apologies for the mic issues in the opening discussion, I have no idea what happened there. This week in our productivity updates we have a normal, not very exciting, and typical week. This is a good thing! We also talk about Ursula’s soon-to-be-updated eyeglasses, Kevin’s hurry-up-and-wait time fillers, an update on our planned trip to HI, and a chicken update. After that, we have a catch-up interview with Anne “Tyrrlin” Williams!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: TTs Rescue Squad * Gryphon Winds LLC Square Shop * Gryphon Winds LLC on Facebook * Tyrrlin on DeviantArt * Tyrrlin on FurAffinity * Tyrrlin on AO3 * Tyrrlin on Wattpad * Tyrrlin on Fanfiction.net * Episode 85 – Event Planning, Anne “Tyrrlin” Williams * Fallout 4 * Critical Roll * Matt Mercer * OpenOffice * Jeff VanderMeer’s Southern Reach Trilogy * ML Nystrom * Nylok Screws * Bravestorming Movers
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Now that I’ve recovered from MAGFest, we’re back with a full discussion of our productivity for the past week, updates on how Ursula’s new glasses and med changeover are going, and what Kevin is doing since his big project at work is on hold. After all that, we have an amazing talk with Juli Thompson about how she stays productive – and as a bonus, a discussion of para-social relationships.
Links for this Episode* Charity Spotlight: Lutheran Disaster Response (ELCA) * Charity Spotlight: Sahan Journal * Juli Thompson on Twitter * St. Steven’s Lutheran Church * Bullet Journals * The Artist’s Way * Julia Cameron * Gratitude Journaling * David Allen’s Getting Things Done * S’moresUp * The Flylady * CONVergence * Martin Niemöller * B.F. Skinner * THE MISBEHAVIOR OF ORGANISMS by Keller Breland and Marian Breland * Chicken Camp * Hmong Community in St. Paul MN * Nadia Bolz-Weber * An Immense World by Ed Yong
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I have returned from MAGFest, and boy am I STILL tired. Here is the episode that was supposed to go out last week, where we talk to Dino Sarma about cleaning up after the party, and some thoughts on 2023.
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood * Part 1 – Episode 282 * Aftermath of Party Time: Cleaning (Google Doc) * The Flylady * Fiestaware * Everything Fiesta in Flatwoods, WVa * /r/childrenofhoardersCOH * /r/childofhoarder * An Invitation to Indian Cooking * Pumpkin Sangkaya (Thai Pumpkin Custard) * Demi-glace * OXO Sink Strainers * Airtable * The Mac is not a Typewriter
MAGFest prep absolutely ate up all my time this past week, and I was not able to complete an episode. I’m really sorry, and I’ll have the episode out once MAGFest 2023 is over. Thanks for understanding!
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Here we are, the end of 2022 – WE MADE IT! So, as we wrap up one year and head into another, we talk about the progress of Ursula’s med changeover, the new Anti-Planner that just came in, and the general chill-ness of the last week. After that, we’ll catch up with Dino Sarma, and find out how his 2022 wrapped up.
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Philly AIDS Thrift * Dino Sarma’s Past Appearances * Preventive Controls Qualified Individual * OCR * Sigrid Ellis Interview * How to Cook and Eat in Chinese
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Hi all! This week, we’ll talk about how Kevin has been out of spell slots and why it took almost a week to fix last week’s episode. We also discuss Ursula’s status, the horror movie rewatch we are doing, and have a “guest appearance” by Sergi. After all that, we talk to Katie Mazeika about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Cleveland Kids Book Bank * Katie Mazeika * Annette Feels Fine * Anne Lamott * Rent * Bad Sisters * Panda Planner * Rocketbook * Evernote * AbeBooks * Mac’s Backs * Beulah Louise Henry * Annette Kellerman * Tom Morello Quote * Hip Hop Family Tree * Clive Barker Children’s Books * Heartland Book Festival * Buckeye Book Fair * Books by the Bank * Spectrum Fantastic Art * Wacom Cintiq * iPad Pro * Claude Monet * Hellraiser * Annihilation * A Nightmare on Elm Street * Event Horizon * The Forbidden Zone
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This week we discuss Ursula’s med changes, and how that is impacting her productivity – which it shouldn’t, since she’s allowing herself to use the adjustment period as “sick time.” After that, we have an awesome talk with Jazzlyn Stone, freelance comics marketer and writer!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline * Jazzlyn Stone Website * Jazzlyn Stone Twitter * Jazzlyn Stone Instagram * Artist Eden Hopkins (Crow Painting) * Pokemon TCG * ClickUp * Jira * Topatoco * Pilot Bottle 2 Pens (B2p) * Ancient Grounds Coffee Shop * Slay the Spire * How It’s Made * Shaun of the Dead * Into the Badlands * Barbarian * Nope * Smile * Candyman (2021) * Quarantine (US Version) * Train to Busan
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This week we’ll talk about some upheavals from the last week, and recovering from them. We’ll also talk about Ursula’s med change, site updates, and then we’ll read your letters and comments!
Links for this Episode:* Charity Spotlight: Feeding America (If you aren’t in the US, find a local food bank and support them!) * Focus@Will * Episode 197 with Will Henshall * You Need a Budget (YNAB) * Yarn Harlot
It is the week after the US Thanksgiving Holiday., and despite having JUST had a 4 day weekend, Kevin and Ursula are worn out from their respective tasks. The good news is Ursula finished a book today, and has sent it to her editor, but the bad news is she is too tired to appear this week. The better news is that we have a great talk with Special Guest Christina Vasilevski to make up for the lack of banter! Links for this Episode:
It’s the day before Thanskgiving here in the US and all through the house, not much is going on. So we have a brief talk about what we sort-of-got done this week, before catching up with returning guest Cori Large. Links for this Episode:
Hi folks! We’re back this week after Kevin’s last trip for 2022. We’ll talk about the things we got done this past week, hear both of us lose track of the conversation, and find out about Ursula’s most recent weird dream. After that, we have a great interview with long-time listener Rachel Yoder! Links for this Episode:
We’re back from World Fantasy Con, and JUST have enough time to read your letters before Kevin heads off to WindyCon! We also talk about why Kevin is celebrating a success, and how he did it, all the things Ursula has caught up on, and updates about the cats, chickens, and some barking from the ever-present hound. Links for this Episode:
Kevin has just finished up All Things Open 2022, and is off to join Ursula at World Fantasy Con, so there isn’t much of an update this week. So we’ll go right into a fantastic talk with Scott Gatz, and find out how he stays productive! Links for this Episode:
This week is one of the few “normal” weeks we get this month, after having a great time at a local Furry Con this past weekend. We’ll talk about what we’re up to, how Kevin is Celebrating Success, and check in with Ursula’s progress. Then we have an AMAZING talk with Dr. Michael Bishop AKA Blothar the Berserker from GWAR!!!! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Musicares GWAR This is GWAR on Shudder GWAR and Regional Identity – TedX Keypone Cracker RoboCop Comet Russ Meyer Scriviner
Have we got a great episode for you this week! We’ll start by talking about our week, Kevin’s weekend at MAGCon, and how Ursula is looking forward to being back in her rut after the fall appearance schedule. And after that, we have an excellent talk with Dr. Phillipe Douyon and how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program Neuroplasticity: Your Brain’s Superpower (amazon) Inle BrainFit Institute Dr. Douyon on Instagram Dr. Phillipe Douyon’s Links Nuri the Neuron Take Charge of Your Brain Daily Planner The Farmer Pain Scale
This week we’ll give a bit of a chicken update, then discuss our productivity for the week, including Kevin’s code breakthrough and Ursula’s brief periods of productivity. We’ll follow that with your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Khalsa Aid Franklin Planner Training Part 1 (YouTube) David Allen’s Getting Things Done Dell’s Wonder Spot (Wikipedia) The Mitchell Corn Palace Oregon Vortex Gravity Falls (Wikipedia) POD Movers Grocery Gadget App Ellie Krug How to use the OGL
We’re back from CapClave! We talk about the extra time off we took, since the con is about all we did since the last episode. After that, we kick off October by chatting with one of Kevin’s favorite authors, DM Guay! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: KCCure Kidney Cancer Advocacy and Research DM Guay Website Bake Off: A granny horror story The 24×7 Demon Mart Series DM Guay Twitter DM Guay Letterboxd Daily Planner Page Quarterly Planner Page Brilliant Planner Pilot G2 Gel Pen Bravestorming Mover Erase Tales of Weird Florida Freewrite Wes Craven’s Swamp Thing The Artist’s Way Border (film)
We are off to CapClave this weekend, and so we talk about scheduling the pre-con freak out that Ursula has every event. We also talk about asking for help when you need it, and some of Kevin’s current frustrations. After that, we have an amazing talk with Larissa Lichty and find out how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Find Your Local Food Bank (US) Charity Spotlight: Find a Local Women’s Shelter Larissa on Twitter USDA Organic Handbook and Links Habitica Wellbutrin SPAM gmailctl Skratch Labs Kobo John G. Hartness Falstaff Books Obsidian.md MusiKozy LibertyCon SF/F Convention DC United Pittsburgh Riverhounds LEGO Optimus Prime Castaway (Movie) Tarter Raised Bed Planters Cherokee Sedge ElectroCookie Raspberry Pi4 Light up Case
What a show we have for you this week! Before Kevin goes in for dental surgery, we talk about our projects and where we are, what it is like when we have a day when our brains do not brain, and how we can’t be 100% all the time. After that we have a fantastic chat with leadership and productivity coach Jeffrey Klubeck! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Charity for Hope Jeffrey Klubeck’s Website Get a Klu in 53 (Amazon) David Allen’s Getting Things Done (Amazon) The One Thing (Amazon) Shaquille O’Neal
This week we talk about our productivity, frustrations with things outside our control, and some general how a normal week is a wonderful thing. We also have an update on where we’ll be (together and individually) over the next few months. After that, we have an amazing interview with Stacey H is New Zealand! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Snow Leopard Trust Charity Spotlight: Carolina Tiger Rescue Stacey on Twitter Evoke Artisan Photography Eisenhower Matrix GWAR Tiki Mug (no longer available) How To ADHD YouTube Kevin’s Label Maker The HU Obsidian.md ADAPT 660 EPOS Hearphones Apple AirPods Max
Hi Folks! After a three day weekend (four, in Kevin’s case) there really isn’t that much to update on our productivity. We do discuss some of the value of that time off, getting some need things taken care of, and a reminder that what we do for work isn’t the only way to measure productivity. After that, we have your letters, including a rebuttal to Ursula’s comments some time ago about otters. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: MusicCares The Butter Museum Museum of Burgundiam Life Pommery Royal Mustard with Cognac (Amazon) Flo App Otters in a Jungle City
This week is beset with medical procedures, so expect some discussion of what we’re having to do to stay healthy – dental issues, probings, and so on. We also have an update on our individual progress, and how being productive doesn’t feel productive to Ursula when her word count is down due to other things … Continue reading "Episode 265 – All the Medical, Cindy Sperry Redux"
Have we got a treat for you this week! Yeah, OK, five hours, it is VERY long, but I promise it is very entertaining. This week, Kevin and Dino talk about moving – something Kevin hasn’t done in YEARS, and something Dino is doing this month. We talk about budgeting, logistics, feeding everyone, and a … Continue reading "Episode 264 – Kevin and Dino Talk Moving"
This week, while Ursula signs even more things, we’ll talk about our respective projects, and why Ursula is grumpy about the phrase “I’m learning things, so it is really good!” After that, we have a great talk with special guest John Yackel! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Jasper’s Game Day Valiant Fox Gaming Fading … Continue reading "Episode 263 – Making Progress, John Yackel"
This week, we’ll be reading your letters after our various productivity updates. This includes Ursula at a virtual con, Kevin’s housekeeping and Lego building, as well as coding, editing, and more! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Alongside Wildlife Foundation Lego Camaro Z28 Cat Ear Headphones Pilot G2 Gel Pens Pilot Precise Pens Building a … Continue reading "Episode 262 – Busy Weekend, Letters"
We’re back, we’re all recovered, and we’re both being productive! We’ll talk about how Kevin is excited for his work, the trials of editing, and why we can’t be at CrossingsCon this weekend. After that, we have a really great talk with gated.com founder Andy Mowat! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Doctors Without Borders … Continue reading "Episode 261 – Writing Code, Andy Mowat"
It’s been a rough few days, but here we are to talk about how we managed to stay productive this past week! Outpatient procedures, a portion of the ceiling fell in (everyone is fine), and new chicken all contributed to what has been a challenging week for us. After that, we have a great conversation … Continue reading "Episode 260 – Rough Week, Wendy Posillico"
We’re back! Well, mostly, we’re still recovering from COVID, and our energy levels are getting better. So there really is no productivity update from us this week outside of “healing.” But that’s OK! We have an amazing interview with Simon Severino, author of “Strategy Sprints”! Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Charity:Water Charity Spotlight: … Continue reading "Episode 259 – Recovery, Simon Severino"
Hi folks! There is no episode this week while we recover from COVID-19. I wanted to at least record a small something, but ran out of energy before I could get there. It is my hope that we can resume next week, as we continue to recover. Thanks for your support, for listening, and for … Continue reading "No Episode this week"
I apologize for this one being a day late, but I brought home an unwelcome guest from Anthrocon called COVID-19. I am on my way to recovery (thanks to anti-virals and a LOT of rest), and so here it is, the long-awaited (by me anyway) interview with Mary Robinette Kowal! Enjoy! Links for this Episode: … Continue reading "Episode 258 – Not Well, Mary Robinette Kowal"
We’re off to AnthroCon! But before we leave we’ll talk about Ursula’s “time off,” Kevin’s pre-vacation work brain (or lack there-of), and general updates on our productivity. After that, we have a terrific interview with Librarian Jay Colbert to find out how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: NH Reproductive Freedom Fund … Continue reading "Episode 257 – Off to AnthroCon, Jay Colbert"
This week we will check in and see how Ursula is doing on her “time off,” talk about roadblocks that are out of our control, and how that impacts our ability to move things forward. After that, we have a great conversation with Feminist Scrapbooker Kristin Tweedale! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: National Abortion … Continue reading "Episode 256 – Signing Even More Things, Kristin Tweedale"
Hi folks! This week we discuss the difficulty in taking time off for Ursula, as well as the usual productivity updates from both of us. And after an amazing catch-up interview with Dylan Wilbanks, we have a special guest just to grant Ursula a little permission to take time off. Links for this Episode: Charity … Continue reading "Episode 255 – Absolution, Dylan Wilbanks Catch Up"
Hi folks! After a relatively quiet week here at the Wombat Haus, we’ll give an update on the baby chickens, how many books Ursula finished so far, and what Kevin’s productivity looks like. You’ll also find out why two of the older chicks are now named Brunnhilde and Siegrune before we read your letters! Links … Continue reading "Episode 254 – Quiet Week, Letters"
Hi folks! This week our intrepid Wombat Co-Host returns after finishing two books and our visit to a writing retreat hosted by our wonderful friend Mur Lafferty! There are also some baby chicken updates, and general updates. After that, we have a lovely talk with long-time listener Dr. Brooke Macnamara, and find out how she … Continue reading "Episode 253 – Writing Retreat, Dr. Brooke Macnamara"
We are going on a writing retreat, and so it is a quick intro and progress check with Kevin before we dive right in to a chat with the most delightful Ace Tilton Ratcliff, and find out how they stay productive! Enjoy! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) Charity Spotlight: … Continue reading "Episode 252 – Quick Intro, Ace Tilton Ratcliff"
Hi folks! Welcome to Year 6, and to kick it off we get to talk to Yoon Ha Lee! Before that, we have an update on baby chickens, Ursula’s current book, big projects that save money, and a few other things. Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: UN Refugee Agency Yoon Ha Lee’s Website … Continue reading "Episode 251 – Getting it done, Yoon Ha Lee"
We did it! Five years of Productivity Alchemy all done! And after we talk about our productivity for the week, we have our annual catch-up interview with host Kevin Sonney, conducted by co-host Ursula Vernon. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Tango’s Extra Life Kevin Sonney on Twitter Kevin Sonney on OSDC ReMarkable2 Gather Virtual … Continue reading "Episode 250 – Five Years done, Kevin Sonney"
FYI – the noise in the interview is Sergi rubbing on my microphone. He wanted to be held for a large portion of the interview and LOVED the mic. Ho Boy, what a week! First up, the world is a lot right now, and it’s OK to not be OK, and it’s OK to take … Continue reading "Episode 249 – It’s OK to not be OK, Michelle Wexelblat Redeux Redeux"
Nettle & Bone is out and we have Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: United to Beat Malaria Augusta on Dreamwidth Augusta on Twitter Warriors for a Living: the experience of the Spanish infantry in the Italian Wars, 1494-1559 Bluetooth Sleep Mask Bose Sleep Buds Apple Airpods Pro Danie Ware Books Ciaphas Cain Gaunt’s Ghosts … Continue reading "Episode 248 – Book Launch Week, Augusta Scarlett Redeux"
Hi folks! Ursula is out of words, so I’m flying solo this week. After a quick introduction, we’ll jump into a catch-up interview with returning guest Debbie G! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Barnabus Fund Debbie G and Selphie on Twitch ChickenCam The Watch The IT Crowd Scrubs ER Doc Martin Doc Martin’s … Continue reading "Episode 247 – No Wombat, Debbie G Redux"
This week while Ursula continues to sign bookplates (for a different book this time) Kevin talks about starting the Build a Second Brain course, finishing projects and looking at the next one. After that, we read and respond to your letters. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Tango’s Extra Life “If I am not for … Continue reading "Episode 246 – Starting a Course, Letters"
Hi everyone! This week we will talk about the new chicks, where Kevin is on all his projects, Ursula’s book (and book plate) progress, and her current book insecurities. After that, we have this AMAZING interview with friend of the show and long-time listener Gerald Sears! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Electronic Frontier Foundation … Continue reading "UPDATED Episode 245 – Book Ennui, Gerald Sears"
This week Ursula continues to sign bookplates for the upcoming launch of “Nettle & Bone”, we talk about being burned out on creating art, the new baby chickens, and constructing a new coop. We then have a catch-up interview with Bill and Laura Pearson! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Trevor Project Charity Spotlight: … Continue reading "Episode 244 – More Bookplates, Bill and Laura Pearson Update"
While Ursula signs even more bookplates for her upcoming release, we will talk about the projects that are, well, progressing. There is an update on the new chicken coop, the arrival of the first round of chicks, what Ursula is writing (other than her signature on book plates), and the plans for Productivity Alchemy Year … Continue reading "Episode 243 – Still Signing, Eloy Lasanta"
We return from the JoCo Cruise! We will tell you all about how great it was, where we went, and what we did. After that, we have a bunch of letters to read! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: The Trevor Project The PARA Filing Method The Lost Tomb of the Bitchin’ Chimera for D&D … Continue reading "Episode 242 – Post-Cruise, Letters"
Hi folks! This week we have travel anxiety! We’re headed off on vacation, an we are dealing with the associated freak-out as we prep for our first big trip of the year. We also have a huge rant on how everything needs to be connected all the time and what a pain it can be. … Continue reading "Episode 241 – Travel Panic, Gayle Goddard"
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Join us this week as we enjoy our ruts, and then talk about the prep for our upcoming trip and appearance. How do Ursula’s ADHD meds impact her anxiety? And how much time is she spending playing Horizon: Forbidden West? (Hint: a LOT) After that, we have a great discussion with Alister Esam about how he stays productive!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Committee to Protect Journalist * Charity Spotlight: American Journalism Project * Charity Spotlight: TransLifeline * Charity Spotlight: TransTexas * Alister Esam * Alister Esam’s Twitter * Alister Esam’s LinkedIn * The Dirty Word by Alister Esam * Process Bliss * Horizon: Forbidden West * Vistage * Oura Ring * Sleep Cycle (App) * Maintenance Phase Sleep Episode * West Ham United FC
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This week, after our normal check-ins, we kind of go on a tangent about our recent horror movie binge, because Ursula needed to find some inspiration after a recent blow to her creativity. After that, we have an amazing talk with Dorothee Racette about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants * Take Back My Day * Dorothee Racette on Twitter * Dorothee Racette on LinkedIn * The Growth Mindset * The Artist’s Way * Evernote * Trello * Ursula’s Thread on Midsommer
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Hi folks! This week we talk about the state of our ruts (or grooves as the case may be) and how nice it is to be in them for a while. We then read your letters, and answer your questions!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Native Seeds S.E.A.R.C.H. * MailMate Mail Client for Mac * MimeStream Mail Client for Mac * Behind the Bastards Podcast * The Old Reader * The Clutterbug Podcast * Academic Writing Amplified Podcast
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This week we’ll talk about the hole of tech debt kevin found himself in, how he’s had some big wins, and how Ursula was able to get a lot of writing done, despite having a lot of things going on that were not writing. We’ll also talk about Kevin’s recent dive into cult-related podcasts. After that, we have an amazing talk with Katie Matusky about how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Calling all Crows * Entropy Organized * Katie on Instagram * Tromsø Norway * ClickUp * Tiago Forte * PARA * Building a Second Brain * Station 4 * Tom Morello * The Man From the Train * Maintenance Phase * A Little Bit Culty
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Hi Folks! After catching up on our weekly productivity, we spend an extended bit talking about our recent viewing of the Mucha Exhibit at the NC Museum of Art. That also leads to a discussion of the power in seeing the mistakes and “flaws” in great works of art, music, and so on. After that, we have a great talk with Maria Brilaki and find out how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: International Rescue Committee * Charity Spotlight: KHORA * Charity Spotlight: Lighthouse Relief * Fitness Reloaded * Maria Brilaki on Twitter * Maria Brilaki on Instagram * Maria Brilaki on YouTube * The Artist’s Way * Dexcom G6 * Alphonse Mucha * Clickup * Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec * Echo-X * Chaz Kemp * Piano Takes from “A Day In the Life”
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Hi Folks! This week we talk how we took a snow day during the ice event at our house this past weekend. We also discuss how NICE it was, the impact of the ice on the chickens (they stayed in like us!), and the states of our various projects. After that, we have a great talk with game designer and project manager Sophie Legase!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Big Bad Con * Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood * Charity Spotlight: Environmental Defense Fund * Charity Spotlight: Black Lives Matter * Charity Spotlight: NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund * Charity Spotlight: Trans-Lifeline * Sophie’s Blog * Sophie’s Twitter * Project Management for Game Designers Panel at Big Bad Con Online * Porting Analog Games to Roll20 Panel at Big Bad Con Online * Thirsty Sword Lesbians * Ironclaw * Dropbox * TextExpander * Adobe Indesign * Scribus * GIMP * Unsettled * Gloom * Fiasco * Bully Pulpit Games * Evil Hat Productions
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This week we talk about both Kevin and Ursula’s last week, including the impact of getting vaccinated while getting over a cold, MAGFest, and why not to make New Year’s Resolutions. After that, we read your letters!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: The Little Candles Primary School * David Allen’s Getting Things Done * Seven Habits of Highly Successful People * How to Win Friends and Influence People * How to Stop Worrying and Start Living * Atomic Habits * The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck * The Artist’s Way * The Heliand * Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD * Unfuck Your Habitat * The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up
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Hi folks! Kevin is AT MAGFest now, but before leaving, we took a moment to talk about the New Year, some of our upcoming plans both for the show and professionally, and how we are did over the past holiday week. After that we have a talk we had with game designer and all around cool person Jeremiah McCoy!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Color of Change * Jeremiah McCoy * Jeremiah on TikTik * Jeremiah on YouTube * The Tome Show Podcast * Midgard * Sentinels of the Multiverse * Starfinder * Fantasy Grounds * Roll20 * Beyond20 * FoundryVTT * Notion * Kobold Press * Goodman Games * Shadowrun * Green Ronin AGE * Pathfinder * Critical Roll * Grognard
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Hi folks! This week we’ll be talking about Ursula’s ConCrud (It’s not COVID), and how it has impacted us. We’ll also talk about how using your brain also burns calories and makes you tired, trying to work too fast, and de-fragging your brain. After that we have a fantastic talk with the game designer and writer Banana Chan!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Shanti Bhavan Children’s Project * Banana Chan on Twitter * Banana Chan on TikTok * Game and a Curry * Daughters of Destiny on Netflix * Building a Second Brain * The Great Resignation * Struthless on YouTube * Maintenance Phase * /r/RPGHorrorStories * Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft * Trello * ScrumStudy * WriterDuet * Scrivener * Atomic Habits * 7 Habits of Highly Successful People
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Hi folks! We are back from WorldCon 2021, and we will talk about Ursula’s new awards, her slime mold speech, and getting back to normal after the con. We follow that with an amazing interview with Vera Alcorn, ND and find out how she stays productive!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: The Equi Institute * Charity Spotlight: The People’s Health Clinic PDX * Officially Licensed Productivity Alchemy Planners * Ursula’s Acceptance Speech(es) at the Hugos * Vera Alcorn LinkTree * Vera Alcorn on Twitter * Vera Alcorn on Instagram * The Amenda Clinic * Tick Time Tracking App * Clockwise * GmailCTL * FiloFax ClipBook * HIPPA * ReMarkable2 * Carey Davis TikTok * How to Keep House While Drowning * Tusk App * Habitica * Toggl * Power Poses * Community * The Good Place
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We are off to WorldCon in Washington DC! Before that, though, we’ll talk about how our week went, how to terrify a customer service representative, and the tedious process of “bin packing”. After all that, we have an update with our good friend Selphi Trabia, and find out what has changed in her world, and why Kevin has the worst chair envy EVER. And there is a picture of Achilles in a suit below the show notes.
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Animal Concerns Research and Education Singapore (ACRES) * Charity Spotlight: Mandai Wildlife Reserve * Selphi’s Ko-Fi * URGPURG (Saturday 8.30 AM AEST) * Tonari no Fumi (Wednesday 1.30 PM AEST) * See Selphie in Avenue Q (in Australia) * Secret Labs Gaming Chairs * Oura Ring * Garmin Fitness Trackers * Maintenance Phase * Fabulous App * Radio Taiso
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Another month, another batch of letters! But before that, we’ll check in with how Kevin is doing in his new role at work, Ursula’s reaction when she saw Kevin’s Calendar earlier in the day, and Ursula’s new art tool. Enjoy!
Links for this Episode: * Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline * Charity Spotlight: Feeding America * Ursula’s Twitter thread on AI Art * Fantastical * SleepTown * Forest * Anti-Planner * Cycle System (Time Management for System Administrators) * Star Method * Paul Mason Wine commercial – “We will Sell No Wine Before Its Time”