Good Morning, Indy Hall!: Recent Episodes
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Happy Friday, everybody! I hope the weather is exceptional where you are, I hope you wrap up something awesome today, and I hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead of you. Now let's get it! #GMIH
Today at #ShowAndTell: โMarty Schneider, a forever-amateur birdwatcher, explains the simple joys of observing our feathered friends. Weโll talk about getting started with birdwatching and how many groups are working to make the hobby more accessible to marginalized communities, including persons with disabilities. #GMIH
Hello, and happy Tuesday! I'm pretty sure I've done this exact Something Less Useful before, but I can't be sure. You know what, though? Still good! #GMIH #sorrynotsorry
Today at #ShowAndTell, Gabriel DeRita is BACK to help us explore an overlooked concept in personal growth: our capacity for Nuance. Gabe will share how exercising nuance can be transformational to our understanding of ourselves, each other, & our world. Join Show & Tell at 12pm ET in Zoom! http://lu.ma/nuance
It may not feel like everything will be all right, but you're still here. We're still here. And we can accomplish a lot together. Take a deep, deep breath, and let's get to work.
Let today be an excellent conclusion to April, whatever that means for you. Get everything done that you need to wrap up today...or save it all for next month. ๐ #GMIH
Today at Show & Tell, @afua_bruce and @amyrsward co-wrote The Tech That Comes Next: How Changemakers, Philanthropists, and Technologists Can Build an Equitable World. ย We're discussing equitable design and new technology at 12pm ET. RSVP and join in! https://lu.ma/EquitableWorld
Being a good neighbor starts with being a known neighbor. Stop and say "hi" to someone on your block or in your building, start a pleasant relationship with the folks who live close by. ๐
Schedule a little time for a stretch today - 10 or 15 minutes to take a break, take a walk, and stretch it out. Your lower back will thank you! โ๏ธ๐
Today at Show & Tell, Jessica Anne Leon helps us discover the upside of being a generalist. Being "pretty good" is pretty great! Join us for Show & Tell today at 12pm ET in Zoom! https://lu.ma/SuccessfulGeneralist #GMIH
Prune your notifications today! Hop into Discord or Instagram or any platform you enjoy, check out your notification settings. Are you getting alerts you don't needs? Toggle 'em off, and reclaim your attention span. #GMIH
Whatcha wanna know about squids? @SarahMackAttack shares #SquidFacts through her squid facts hotline, no strings (or tentacles) attached. Try it out and text "squid" to 1-833-SCI-TEXT! ๐ฆ #GMIH
Where is the intersection of TGIF and JFDI? Is it...
๐ค Thank God I Just F*cking Did It?ย
๐ค I JFDI'd therefore TGIF?
๐ค Thank God I JFDI on Friday?
#GMIH
Today at Show & Tell - design, remix, and share your very own, fictional street. Add bike paths, widen sidewalks, and learn about the impact of urban design on a community. โFind out all about Streetmix directly from the project lead, Lou Huang! https://lu.ma/StreetMix #GMIH
Eons ago, @alexhillman wrote about "revisiting the spark file", re-reading notes you've kept after weeks, months, or years. Check-in with your past-self's notes, see what sparks!
Hop online and spend your Friday at Indy Hall! We have...
โ๏ธ Coffee chat in the morning
๐ป Discord coworking in the afternoon
๐น And happy hour at the end of the day!
See you online, friends!
The past 2 years have forced everyone to adapt, and Opera Philadelphia is no exception. Learn about their "new and unusual" approach to bringing opera into the 21st century today at Show & Tell! RSVP for FREE: https://lu.ma/OperaPhilly
Hey, friends! Join us for another round of Letter Writing Happy Hour tonight at 6pm ET at the new Indy Hall clubhouse. It's a fun, chill way to meet new friends while encouraging folks to get out and vote in upcoming elections. See you tonight! ๐
Happy April 1st! Play a nice prank on someone today, like saying their hair looks good when - actually it's looks great. Yeah, folks are gonna love that one.
Today at Show & Tell, find out how Ben Levin and Chamjari Interactive took on the task of designing the website for the 2022 Grammy Awards. Check out their work on the website before the big award show this weekend! https://lu.ma/ChamjariToGrammy #GMIH
We are days away from a new month so let's tidy up our to-do's before April arrives on Friday. Let's get it.
Indy Hall @megcumby has a running list of fun items, events, and ideas to reward herself for her hard work. It's cute! What would you put on your own "self reward" list? #GMIH
It's an easy, breezy Tuesday. Catch up on our Show & Tell recaps, and RSVP for this week's Show & Tell, an intro to Internet Art with Win! https://lu.ma/InternetArt #GMIH
TGIF! Another work week in the books, and so many ways to enjoy our day together. Join for Coffee Chat, online coworking, campfire, or happy hour today. See you online! #GMIH
Today at 12pm ET - As Juneau Black, Jocelyn Cole & Sharon Nagel write the Shady Hollow Mystery series. Learn how they've adapted from self-published to working with a Big 5 publisher! RSVP and join for free: https://lu.ma/IndieAuthor
You know those "I'll be back in hour" lunches? The ones where you go to a sit-down restaurant and you actually sit down? Call up a friend, go take one of those. ๐
Happy Friday, Indy Hall! Drink water, pace yourself, work hard, and enjoy a well-earned & restful weekend. ๐ป
Today's Show & Tell: Lockpicking as a Hobby with Sarah! Join us at 12pm EST, and "unlock" a few new skills. ๐ https://lu.ma/LockpickingAsHobby #GMIH
Spring has nearly sprung, it's almost spring cleanin' season. Get ahead of the Herculean task by doing little things like checking in with consignment shops and shelters. Find out what they accept and when you can donate your well-loved stuff you're prepared to part with. #GMIH
It's an unseasonably warm week in Philadelphia, which means I'm unseasonably sweating. ๐ฅต Swap coffee for water at some point today, stay hydrated in this balmy weather! ๐ง
Today at 12pm EST, @nicolablack shares her eBook, Logo To Go, which bridges the gap between DIY and pro design for a small businessโ visual brand identity. Find out why she wrote the book, and get a preview of whatโs inside today at #ShowAndTell! https://lu.ma/LogoToGo
Lots of Indy Hallers host livestreams on Twitch!
๐ป Today at 3pm EST, live code with @nicksmadscience at twitch.tv/nicksmadscience.
๐งฑ And at 7:30pm EST, build a LEGO set with @swipp_it and @SchneidRemarks at twitch.tv/bricksmarties!
We're just two weeks away from daylight saving time, which means longer days through later hours. Stay strong, hold fast, more sunlight is just around the corner! ๐
Today at #ShowAndTell, Cacie Rosario of Girasol Studio takes us on a visual tour of her career in photography. RSVP to join, Show & Tell begins at 12pm EST! https://lu.ma/JourneyThroughPhotos
Until I finally create a folder where I keep all my profile pics, so help me god I will screencap the exact same Facebook photo until the resolution no longer exists. ๐
As the sun stays out longer, shining through the window and reflecting off our laptops, may we all be reminded that our computer screens are real nasty and demand to be cleaned. โจ
Today at Show & Tell, @alexhillman introduces DiscoNap, a bot for Discord that lets you snooze messages! Find out why and how he made it, how you can use it, and what he's planning next for his latest side project. https://lu.ma/665ar6a0
Sustaining a positive outlook can be tough, and it helps to exercise lookin' on the bright side. What's coming up that you're looking forward to? What's happened recently that you're grateful for? ๐ค
Valentine's Day is so yesterday! Lupercalia, the ancient Roman holiday of health and fertility, is so...first century. Happy Lupercalia! ๐บ
You made it to the end of another week, but don't forget to let yourself relax. Try bringing the 4-7-8 breathing technique back into your busy schedule, and see how important it is to catch your breath. ๐ฎโ๐จ
Today at Show & Tell, Barbara Teterus (yes, that's Adam's mom) is pivoting from working in healthcare to refurbishing furniture by hand. Learn about her new business venture, Inspired By Vintage! https://lu.ma/fp95yms4
Podcast fans, I call upon you to fan out and review 1 (one) podcast that you really enjoy today. Those positive reviews mean a great deal to the people who make them, let those folks know how much you like their work. ๐
One of the perks of going to Indy Hall's new clubhouse is not having to worry about distracting my partner with loud narration while we attempt to work separately and harmoniously in a very small one bedroom apartment. ๐คซ
Today at 1pm EST, join New Member Lunch and start meeting fellow Indy Hallers. Whether you're brand new to our community, or you could use a good excuse to connect with new friends and peers, New Member Lunch is where it's at. See you at lunchtime!
What if the traditional healthcare system, that miserable and expensive barrier to becoming independent, wasn't the only option? What if there was something better, more affordable, more modern? Today at Indy Hall Show & Tell, we're discussing healthcare for independent workers, and we're really excited about a potential alternative to the system that doesn't work for people like us. Show & Tell starts at 12pm, RSVP to get the Zoom link. https://lu.ma/indy-healthcare
Today is 2.2.22. Do everything in double doses, today. Except for meetings, do not have double meetings.ย
You probably know the Command + Space bar trick, but if this is new to you, it's a lovely little shortcut for finding files on your computer. Press โCmd+โฃ on your keyboard, type in the file you're searching for. Voila!
Writing your own bio can be hard! A bunch of Indy Hallers helped each other write bios recently in our #career-advice channel, and let me tell you, working with someone else to write a bio is a revelation! 10/10 do recommend
Very tiny life hack: if you're feeling glum, leave a nice review of something you enjoyed recently. It's a big ol' boon for the business, and a lovely little serotonin boost for you. ๐
You did it, you made it to Friday. I don't know what Friday means these days, especially if you're working through the weekend, but it still holds value to this guy. Congratulations! ๐ #TGIF
Today at Show & Tell, Chris shares his puzzling personal project: designing and developing mazes using programming. It's a really fun intersection of math and artwork, and they look super cool. Join us for Show & Tell today at 12pm EST! https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/6062
Learn out loud! Documenting your progress if a great habit to build, and sharing your path publicly has a ripple effect of encouraging others to help out or learn along with you.
Hey, when was the last time you hand wrote a letter? I haven't handwritten anything beyond signing a receipt in years. ๐ค Grab a pen and paper, make some time to write a letter to somebody you care about. Bonus points if you actually mail it! ๐
Not to suggest taking a break from work to do more work, but never underestimate the power of plugging away at personally fulfilling, creative projects when you need a morale boost. You have talent! You are capable! Indulge in a project that proves that to yourself! โจ
Today at Show & Tell, Win explains what's up with user testing - why it's so popular right now, what it's for, and why you should always sign-up to be a participant. Come test some things out with us in Zoom at 12pm EST! ๐จโ๐ป
Today's Something Useful brought to you by I haven't left my home in 48 hours. Bundle up, and let the sun shine on ya! โ๏ธ
We love a low-key Tuesday. Get good work done without interruption today, we'll see you in the Discord coworking chat. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ค
Today at 1pm EST, join New Member Lunch and start meeting fellow Indy Hallers. Whether you're brand new to our community, or you could use a good excuse to connect with new friends and peers, New Member Lunch is where it's at. ๐
Today at Show & Tell, @KatieArrosa regales us with tales from the road, picked up from her time as a commercial truck driver. Learn a little CB slang when you join us at 12pm EST today in Zoom. That's a 10-4, good buddy! ๐
Get toasty! Do whatever it takes to make your space warm and cozy, and get into some new layered outfits this winter. ๐ฅ
Make time for yourself - for your work, your side hustles, your habits, and your down time - and put that time in your calendar. ๐
Happy holidays from every at Indy Hall! We hope you have a safe, warm, and festive long weekend. โ๏ธ๐
What milestone(s) have you hit this year? An important birthday, a retirement, a graduation, 6 months going to the gym? There's always something worth celebrating!
Last year, Indy Hall members exchanged streaming playlists for one another instead of a gift swap. Don't count out the mixtape this holiday, it's a thoughtful, nostalgic, and personal gift!
It's Finish-Up Friday, and you only need hit one last milestone to end the week with a win. Good luck on your goals today, and enjoy the weekend!
Join today's Show & Tell with Gabriel DeRita called "Navigating Polarity: A framework for Challenging Conversations", and level up your conflict resolution skills! Show & Tell starts at 12pm EST in the Indy Hall Zoom!
The holiday season, December through early January, wreaks havoc on our schedules. Makes important plans with friends and family now before all hell breaks loose in everyone's calendar. ๐ ๐ฅ
Schedule a little time away from screens โ phone, computer, tv, etc. Enjoy being present in the world around you! ๐
Today at 1pm EST, join New Member Lunch and start meeting fellow Indy Hallers. Whether you're brand new to our community, or you could use a good excuse to connect with new friends and peers, New Member Lunch is where it's at. ๐
Though the winter season doesn't begin until December 21, it sure feels like we've entered into a new world. Let's enjoy the last month of the year! โ๏ธ
In anticipation of the coming holiday season, remember that the greatest gift that one can give...is returning the tupperware you borrowed from their house for leftovers.ย
Happy Thanksgiving from Indy Hall! We're deeply grateful to everyone in our community and all those who have supported us over the past year and a half. Enjoy your holiday, and save room for seconds! ๐
You know that thing you said you'd bring to Thanksgiving dinner? Don't forget to bring that thing. Go pick it up / prepare it today!
Enjoy the scenic route today! Today's Something Less Useful credited to @wehrmanm. ๐
Today's #GMIH is purely an excuse to share a video of my newly adopted kitten. May his rumbly purr bless your timeline.
Gooooood Morning Indy Hall has returned, so too has Adam from a week-long vacation. ๐ Apologies for the hiatus, friends. Let's have a great week! ๐ค๐ฅ๐ค
Email Debt Forgiveness Day should happen every week IMO. Reply to a lingering email today - no harm, no foul, no "sorry for the delay". ๐ โโ๏ธ
Happy hump day, everybody. You're cresting the work week, and you've got this on lock. Keep kicking ass!
It's a straight-forward Tuesday - except for that one secret, special thing we're trying out. ๐ This tweet is vague, and the future is bright. Stay tuned! ๐
Focus on handwriting today - ย take notes, jot your thoughts, scribble something. Go analog today! ๐
Check for updates today, and update your phone, your computer, yours apps - but make sure to read reviews on software updates like iOS 15.1 and Windows 11 before diving right in. โก๏ธ
I'm deep into Dune right now so when I say "spend 30 minutes reading a book" what I really mean is go read Dune so I have someone to talk to about Dune. ๐๐ชฑ
Share your skills with friends and followers today, tweet out something that helps you work faster or makes your day a littler easier. Spread the wealth! โจ
Join us for Show & Tell today at 12pm EDT, when Jag Talon shares his side project that recreates background noise to help keep you productive and optimistic while working from home! https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/6049
Depeche Mode got it right, sometimes you have to "Enjoy the Silence". Pop some noise-canceling headphones on your head, and soak in the absence of distraction for a little. โ๏ธ
It is finally, undeniably autumn. Leaves change, so too do seasonally appropriate tunes. Make a mixtape to ring in the Fall!
Like a social media bonsai tree, prune your timelines today! On Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more, unfollow the accounts that confuse or bum you out. โ๏ธ
One of my favorite things about October is #inktober, when artists share daily, creative prompts just for fun. Whatever it is you like to make, try following along with the prompts!
If you find a little downtime today, call your folks and/or found family. Check up on them. Let them know how you're holding up. They'll be happy to hear from you! ๐
Spend time stretching today, work out some tightness and build a little strength. It's been a long week, you deserve recovery time. ๐งโโ๏ธ
Let's keep it simple today, hop in for a morning Coffee Chat or an afternoon coworking session in Discord. Enjoy your Wednesday! ๐
Yesterday was a pretty productive day for some of us, huh? If you got a lot done yesterday during the Great Outage of 2021, I hope you can replicate those conditions again today. ๐
Today is Indy Hall's ๐COMMUNITY DAY 2021๐, and you're invited to join us for a day of social coffee chats, Town Hall, a WFH exercise sesh, and happy hour! Check out the schedule and sign-up to join: https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/5802
Tomorrow is First Friday in October, and we're celebrating the Indy Hall community all day long. Events are open to join, we'll plan our community's future, and you're invited to enjoy an online REFRESH Movement class lead by Ariel Weiss. Let us know you're stopping by tomorrow! https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/5802
It's Friday! Update your passwords, finish work early, and make seasonally appropriate plans for the weekend. Have a wonderful day! ๐
Take yourself out on a date, y'all. It's liberating! Indulge in all the things you like with intentionality and well-earned opulence. โจ
Next Friday, October 1, we're hosting a Community Day with some of our favorite regular events and a Town Hall to answer the question, "where does Indy Hall go from here?" We hope you'll join us while we plot out the future of Indy Hall. ๐ https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/5802
Exercise some positivity by writing and posting a review of something you enjoyed recently: a local restaurant, a small business, a Lyft ride, whatever. Publish a little gratitude today! โ๏ธ
Today at 12pm EDT, join in for Show & Tell with @AQAndreaQ of @LeftOfTheDialPC, a studio for live performances, music recording, streaming sessions in Mt. Airy. https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/6044
All-time favorite Norm Macdonald segment? Mine is the time he starred as Sully Sullenberger: Airport Pilot on Conan, or maybe his moth joke. One of the best. โ๏ธ ๐ก
Today's GMIH is in praise of @convertkit, our favorite community building marketing platform for weekly newsletters, announcements, and more.ย
Why the shout out? Oh, uh, no reason. ๐
One hundred million years ago, @alexhillman wrote a terrific piece for Lifehacker about keeping and checking back on a "Spark File", a notes app of ideas and plans from your past self. Check it out! https://lifehacker.com/defrag-your-brain-with-a-spark-file-5941997
Today at Show & Tell, we're exploring the new SEPTA metro proposal with Melody, who worked on the design team. 12pm EDT in the IH Show & Tell Zoom! ๐
If you've been reading a lot of sci-fi, maybe it's time to write some sci-fi. Tuning into a lot of podcasts? try recording your own show!ย
May the media you enjoy inspire you to make something! ๐ป
Open yourself up to the change in seasons, and slide into Fall with some decorative gourds or a new, light jacket. Autumn is comin', get into it! ๐
Happy Friday! Happy Labor Day weekend, if you celebrate that! Hope we'll see you today for a little end of the week happy hour at 5pm EDT today. ๐ป
๐ถ ย You should let me love you
Let me be the one to
Give you everything you want and need ๐ถ
Happy 15th Anniversary to us! ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ ๐
At Show & Tell, an Indy Hall member or friend of the community shares a short presentation about what they're working on, teach something, or simply say 'hi'! Every Thursday at 12pm EDT, members and guests are welcome! ๐
Happy Friday to all who observe! Start your day with a cup of coffee and a quick tidy-up-your-desk sesh, and post those before and after pics to share your win! ๐ชด
Happy Hump Day Bump Day, in which we celebrate one another with kindness and compliments and shout outs and support for those whom we admire, giving them a bump to help get through the remainder of the week. It's a good cause, but I'm still workshopping the name. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ค
It is a beautiful day to try coworking online with us! Hop into the Indy Hall Discord, check out our ๐ mic-off-coworking channel where you can jam on your own work in the company of friends. You never have to work alone when you're with us. ๐
They said it wasn't possible. They said it couldn't be done. But here we are, friends. Together, we made 300 minute-long podcast episodes featuring content that becomes irrelevant after just 24 hours. I'm proud of us. ๐
Tomorrow marks deep breath EPISODE THREE HUNDRED of Good Morning Indy Hall.ย
How will you be celebrating tomorrow? I will be cosplaying as Leonidas from the hit movie 300. ๐ก๐ก
It's hump day, which means it's a good day to help somebody get up and over the hump. Lift up your friends, and give somebody a boost today with retweets and compliments and support to get through the week. ๐
Hey, don't forget to check for updates! Zoom pretty much always has an update available, and it's pretty much always the reason why something isn't doing the thing it's supposed to be doing. ๐ป
Shout out to the live streamers in our community! We'll be shouting them out and sharing their upcoming schedules this week and next. Stay tuned, and hit that follow button!
Our friends at @bluestoopphl are offering several writing classes that begin in September, from journalistic writing to the foundations of fiction. Sign-up now! https://www.bluestoop.org/classes
Volunteer to help someone out this week! Whether it's a small act of kindness for a friend, or signing-up to participate with a local charity, make a plan to give back. โค๏ธ
Light some candles, burn some incense, bring flowers into your work space today. Incorporate uplifting scents, and boost your mood while you're working. ๐ธ
What are you doing to unwind this weekend? You've earned that r&r time after crushing it this week. ๐ย
Today, we're spotlighting Thiago and Stefanni's Open Source Thursdays, streaming live tonight at 5pm EST.ย
Learn about Ruby on Rails, and how their community is making Open Source more inclusive.ย
๐ https://meetingplace.io/hexdevs/events/6318
Our online coworking hangouts have been p o p u l a r this week, y'all are grindin! Jump into our #mic-OFF-coworking channel in the IH Discord, and work alongside friends new and old. See you in there! ๐ป
Today, indulge in your reset rituals: prepare a tasty salad, light candles while you clean, put a little lemon in your water. Treat yourself, and treat yourself well! ๐
It's a new month, we're in a new phase for Indy Hall. Let's start August on the right foot, together! ๐ฃ
As we say "goodbye" to our current clubhouse, we welcome whatever we'll make together next. This is a fresh start for Indy Hall. ๐ ย https://indyhall.org/2021/07/a-fresh-start-for-indy-hall
Plan to surprise a friend who's going through some stuff with a little pastry or a coffee. Even if it's a tiny treat, it's the thought that counts. โค๏ธ And the caffeine.ย
The hybrid model works, y'all. But we can't tack-on virtual attendance, lest valuable people feel left out. Let's re-approach and redesign our meetings/events/coworking so it accommodates everybody. โจ
"Be curious, not judgmental." - Walt Whitman
"Watch Ted Lasso on Apple TV." - also Walt Whitman
It's a jam-packed Friday to end this week, and we're kicking off Indy Hall Summer Camp this afternoon. See you online! ๐
For the circumstances you're in or for the ones your community members are experiencing, remember to ask for help, accept help, and offer help. Take care of yourselves, take care of each other! ๐
I hereby give you explicit permission to tell people how you're really actually truly doing when they ask "how are you?" Wield this license with honesty and a creative vocabulary! โก๏ธ
You're headed back to your office, your gym, your friends' house parties, etc. You're about to re-meet a lot of new people!ย
Don't hesitate to ask for someone's name again, even if it feels a little awkward. โค๏ธ
Reconnecting with people you care about can be a real epiphany when you're feeling stuck in a rut. ๐
Both Coffee Chats this morning are being led by new hosts, Chris and Yvonne. Hop into the Indy Hall Zoom and say 'hi', get your day started with a little caffeine and conversation. ๐โ๏ธย
If you work directly with your clients, never underestimate how low the bar is for amazing customer service. ๐ฌ ย
Offer proactive communication, ask questions, listen to your customers. Theyโll love you for it! โจ
Tomorrow, come hang out with us for Indy Hall at Home, our open community day! You can dive right into our schedule of social events, or casually dip your toe into our online coworking community. Water's fine, come on in! ๐ฆ indyhall.org/openย
We've been missing live concerts so we started a collaborative, virtual music festival guided by a seasonal theme. The only rule is each contribution has to be footage of a live musical performance. Join us for Hall-a-palooza: Sounds of Summer on Friday during Open Hall at Home! indyhall.org/openย
Hey, friend! Join our world renowned coworking community from the comfort of your own home, just for the summertime. ๐ย
Come try us out, get stuff done, meet wonderful people, get the most out of your summer! ๐ indyhall.org/summercamp
This the the final week in June, what projects are you closing the book on before the new month begins? What are you excited about for July? ๐
"Dom Toretto is living the quiet life off the grid with Letty and his son, but they know that danger always lurks just over the peaceful horizon. This time, that threat forces Dom to confront the sins of his past to save those he loves most."
It's #HotBookSummer in the Indy Hall BYOBook Club! What's on your summer reading list? Also did you like my joke about Fahrenheit 451? Please say yes. ๐๐๐ฅ
Yesterday we encouraged you to support a local business, today we're vouching for super local businesses. Like hyper local. Like your friend's business. Go buy cool stuff form your cool friends!
Send some love to the local businesses who weathered the past year and kept you feeling sane and safe and comfortable. Write a positive review, share your favs, give them a boost! โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ
While the federal holiday has passed, the best way to observe Juneteenth is to observe Juneteenth every damn day.ย
Today, continue to support @amalgamphilly as they raise funds to reopen their shop in Kensington.ย
๐ gofund.me/8d58c00fย
Tomorrow is Juneteenth, a long overdue federal holiday observed since 1866. This weekend (and every day quite frankly), let's reflect on the state of our country as experienced by Black and Brown Americans, from the inception of our nation to the present day. Let's commemorate those who have fought for progress, engage in conversations about race and those lingering tenets of racial oppression, and let's promise to continue the hard work for equity and true independence from deeply rooted racism in our country.
To white community members and to any who wonder what it is we do on Juneteenth, observe this holiday by listening, learning, lifting up, and loving Black and Brown people in our community and communities beyond our own. Happy Juneteenth. #BlackLivesMatter #IndyHall
Welp, we're kinda bowled over from the positive response to our upcoming IH Summer Camp, and we're so excited to meet y'all next month. ๐
Summer Camp is a limited online program, and we will run out of spots to join. Learn more and sign-up at indyhall.org/summercamp
Some people are absolutely stoked to get out of their homes, and lots of folks are frankly pretty happy with the lives they built last year.ย
In a time of flux, thank goodness for the stability of the #IndyHall community. ๐
Today's a nice day to get your files all in one place. Upload everything to Dropbox, publish your writing on one website, collect all of your work in one portfolio. #IndyHall
A few of us started to cobble together an Indy Hall Summer '21 Playlist in our Discord.ย
What's your Song of the Summer right now, and which track has to go in the mix? #IndyHall
If you're in Philadelphia and/or you want to see indie bookshops thrive this year, check out the ongoing fundraiser to help @harriettsbooks, a badass indie book store in Fishtown, buy their own permanent home. https://www.harriettsbookshop.com #IndyHall
Psst...here's a sneak peek at a brand new #IndyHall project, our "community-est community experience" ever. We call it Indy Hall Summer Camp, a limited program that starts off next month. Want to learn more? Sign-up at: indyhall.org/summercamp
Today is Tarot Tuesday, and Indy Hall's own Anaia is booking 1-1 time with folks interested in a reading. Connect with Anaia on Discord if you're curious! #IndyHall
Today, we open our digital doors to everyone has ever thought "going out is neat but this WFH thing has been great for me tbh".
Meet new friends, see familiar faces, and become part of something bigger than all of us. Welcome to Open Hall! indyhall.org/openโ โ #IndyHall
This is for anyone who has ever thought "I wish there was an Indy Hall in my city", you can join Indy Hall tomorrow - for free! - during our monthly Open Hall day! http://indyhall.org/open #IndyHall
If you're feeling apprehensive about the word "normal" lately, maybe you've found some solace online. We sure have.
Indy Hall's online community is incredible, and we want you to check it out. For free. On Friday. http://indyhall.org/open #IndyHall
It's a long weekend, and I hope you find the time to slow down and rest up. Enjoy your holiday weekend, everybody. See you in June! #IndyHall
Today for #IndyHall Show & Tell, Kate shares the Virtual Internship Toolkit she developed for WorkReady.org, recently covered by @TechnicallyPHL! https://technical.ly/philly/2021/05/14/virtual-internships-pandemic
Tonight in the Indy Hall Zoom, @RebeccaRhynhart joins us to discuss transparency in government, city taxes, voting systems, and restoring public trust through following the money. Join us at 7pm EST for a discussion with Philly's City Controller. https://lu.ma/3h251tw5 #IndyHall
"If the last four years has taught us anything, itโs that not being involved politically is not an option." Tomorrow night, @RebeccaRhynhart joins #IndyHall to discuss transparency in government, city taxes, voting systems, and restoring public trust. Join us tomorrow for an evening with Philly's City Controller. https://lu.ma/3h251tw5
Today, #IndyHall members gather to discuss how to thrive in predominantly male-dominated industries. Join for a frank and personal conversation about the obstacles and ambitions of working as an underrepresented gender. Join us for #RemoteRoundtable at 1pm EST. http://indyhall.org/roundtable
Hey, y'all! ๐ We're carefully approaching plans to reopen our physical space, which is c o m p l i c a t e d. If you want to kick with us soon in Philly, please let us know. And never fear, our online community ain't goin' anywhere! ๐ http://indyhall.org/covid-status #IndyHall
Today is International Read And/Or Close All Those Tabs In Your Browser Day. Happy International Read And/Or Close All Those Tabs In Your Browser Day to all who observe. ๐ #IndyHall
Did you know #IndyHall members use Discord for afternoon coworking? Hop in the #mic-OFF channel for pleasantly non-distracting company while you work today.
Anybody have a playlist they like to listen to while declaring write-offs last minute on tax day? "Chill beats to itemize deductions to"??? #IndyHallย
Volunteer on May 23rd to share vaccine access info to 65+ folks living in Fishtown, sign-up to volunteer with a friend! There are 800 houses to hit, and every bit of help goes a long way. Sign-up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWSSKtRk-0yEi0muxHUJK_ueDCG9izD4zV7E7jc0qslbWVSw/viewform #IndyHall
Today at #IndyHall Show & Tell, "Atypical Tech Tips & an Animal Crossing Conference". Join us at 12pm EST! https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/6026ย
๐ถ To the tune of Robyn's "Call Your Girlfriend"
"Call your best friend,ย
Did they get the shot?
Make an appointment,
That's not asking a lot."
sorrynotsorry #IndyHall
Scope your local new outlets for outdoor events this spring and summer, and treat yourself to โจ new experiences โจ for the first time in a dang year. #IndyHall
Today (and every First Friday!), we open our digital doors to everyone who needs a break from the monotony.ย
RSVP now, and join us to meet new people, see old friends, and make today more exciting than yesterday. http://indyhall.org/openโ โ #IndyHall
If you've been following us this entire past year wondering, "wait how is Indy Hall doing the whole coworking thing...online?", tomorrow is for you. Open Hall at Home the best way to try us out from the comfort of your own where ever-you-are. See you tomorrow! http://indyhall.org/open
You have 2 more days to rsvp for Friday's #OpenHallAtHome, a community day of free events and an excellent intro to online coworking. http://indyhall.org/open #IndyHall
Hey, uh. Wanna hang out on Friday? We're having some people over, it's a casual thing. You can bring some friends with you, that's cool. It would be great to see you. ๐ฅฐ ย #IndyHall
http://indyhall.org/open
Remember when we used to say "remember when we could hang out with friends"? We can do that now! Again! Mostly! #IndyHall
Today is the last day of April so get all that April energy out before a new month begins. See you all in May, my friends. ๐ #IndyHallย
Put your ๐ต where your โค๏ธ is, aka turn those empathetic and equitable ideals into donations and time spent with organizations doing the work: donate to a bail fund, volunteer at a food bank, shop Black-owned businesses! #IndyHall
Show love to customer service roles, servers, bartenders, Lyft drivers, and everybody putting in the work for tips. Give them some gratitude they can spend. ๐ #IndyHall
Today's #RemoteRoundtable is about casual relationships during the pandemic, how difficult they've been to maintain and the surprising outlets for new communities. Join at 1pm EST! http://indyhall.org/roundtable #IndyHall
We're getting ready for Tuesday's #RemoteRoundtable on "Maintaining Relationships During the Pandemic", and we hope you'll join us for the conversation.ย
๐ Tomorrow at 1pm EST, RSVP at indyhall.org/roundtable. #IndyHall
How about a little spring cleaning for your social media? Unfollow accounts that don't inform you, delight you, or keep you close to friends. ๐งนย
Today we're joined by world's biggest Reese's fan, @AndrewAthias! Learn the layered story of Philly's own Reese's royalty at Show & Tell Spotlight. #IndyHallย
indyhall.org/spotlight
We're more than a year into the whole WFH thing, what's your desk looking like? Can you make any upgrades? Reorganize for maximum ergonomics!
It's a beautiful day in Philadelphia, and I hope it's gorgeous where you are. Enjoy some time outdoors today, give yourself a break in between those Zoom meetings. ๐ถโโ๏ธ
If you're working on a laptop, try changing your location today. Bring your work into the living room, take a meeting on your stoop, change it up!
Once again, you've made it all the way to Friday. Congratulations! Give it one last push for productivity, then revel in the weekend. ๐ป #IndyHall
Today at Show & Tell: NFTs are out, gemstones are in. That's right, we're moving from Mark Cuban to...Smaug. Or Scrooge McDuck. ๐
Join in at 12pm to learn more from Mira! ย http://indyhall.org/showandtell #IndyHall
Take care of yourself, take care of each other, take care of any open panels in your walls. ๐#IndyHall
Today's Something Less Useful is just like that old saying: sometimes you're the deflating Pikachu, sometimes you're the panicked Pokรฉmon staff member just trying to help.
So we haven't snapped many photos of new adventures this past year, but what would you put in your highlight reel from the last 12 months? Big moments and little ones, I bet there are lots of good memories!
Update your passwords today! 2FA all the way! Yesterday, I heard a woman say someone hacked her Playstation account, and frankly I can't think of anything more dastardly. ๐ฐ#IndyHall
Today at Show & Tell, we're tackling the good, the bad, and the "huh?" of NFTs.ย
Got questions or opinions on the whole crypto hullabaloo? Join us at 12pm! http://indyhall.org/events
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I broke my ding dang microphone and immediately learned why people don't record podcasts on their earbuds. ๐
That means today I'm offering:ย
a) positive affirmationย
b) audio poison
Our own @SchneidRemarks has challenged Indy Hall members to an Iron Chef-style take on mac and cheese, and I'm looking for inspiration!
What's your favorite kind of mac and cheese?
Carve some time for some exercise, whether it's a walk around the block or a dance party. No matter what you accomplish today, you'll be glad you got a good workout at the start of the week. #IndyHall
Today (and every First Friday!), we open our digital doors to everyone who needs a break from the monotony. RSVP now, and join us to meet new people, see old friends, and make today more exciting than yesterday. http://indyhall.org/openโ โ
Remember how good it feels to see friends you didn't expect to bump into? How wonderful it is to spend time with people outside of a meeting?ย
That's the vibe we're chasing. Kick it with us tomorrow at Open Hall! http://indyhall.org/open
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A new Godzilla movie comes out today! What does this have to do with #IndyHall? Well, our members contain multitudes, thank you very much.
Friday, we're re-airing our most recent #RemoteRoundtable, an honest and practical conversation about mental wellness during the pandemic.ย
RSVP for Open Hall to catch the replay! indyhall.org/open
Because Indy Hall is totally 100% online right now, our community is finally available to anyone, anywhere, all over the world. You don't need to live in Philadelphia to belong with us. ๐ Try us out on Friday, totally free. http://indyhall.org/open #IndyHall
It's the final Friday of March, and it's a good time to wrap up some business before leaping into a brand new month. April, here we come! #IndyHall
In today's Show & Tell, we talk to Chris and Troy about how they've collaborated to create an expansive D&D campaign for a dozen Indy Hall members. Roll for initiative! โ๏ธ #IndyHall
Wednesday workspace check: what does your desk look like? What's your favorite thing about it, what do you want to spend time on fixing up?ย
This #IndyHall caption brought to you by my one tiny plant that I adore and the grave need for cable management.ย
Top 3 Feelings Ever GO!
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Crossing off everything on your list
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Holding a smol puppy
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CLEAN SHEETS THO
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How do we keep it together in the midst of so much uncertainty? Today at 1pm EST, join for candid and personal conversations with Indy Hall members about maintaining mental wellness during a pandemic. http://indyhall/org/events #IndyHall
Hey, here's something to look forward to: Monday at 1pm EST, tune in for round 3 of our #RemoteRoundtable series, a personal and insightful conversation between #IndyHall members about tending to our mental wellness during the pandemic. RSVP to join: http://indyhall/org/events
Join us today at 12pm EST for Show & Tell Spotlight with author Margot Bloomstein. We'll be discussing her new book Trustworthy, and why investing in trust is worth the effort! http://indyhall.org/spotlight
Happy hump day! You're halfway through the work week, if you observe that kinda thing.ย
Don't forget to rsvp for tomorrow's Show & Tell Spotlight with author Margot Bloomstein. We're discussing her new book Trustworthy tomorrow at 12pm EST. See you there! http://indyhall.org/spotlight
Indy Hall events are brought to you by Indy Hall members! When you join for a coffee chat, you're part of something for our community, made by our community. And you can host events, too! Let us know what you want to share, and we'll support you to make it happen! #IndyHall
This Thursday, join us for Show & Tell Spotlight with @mbloomstein, author of Trustworthy: How the Smartest Brands Beat Cynicism and Bridge the Trust Gap. Free to attend, rsvp for the link! http://indyhall.org/spotlightย
Did y'all know this weekend was daylight saving? I did not know this until, like, this morning. Where has the time gone?!
Today at 12pm, a Show & Tell presentation about rights and restrictions inside a consumer terms of service. @swipp_it has some words for Nintendo! ๐ฅ
Take care of yourself. Take care of each other. Take care of your community. x200
Thanks, everybody. ๐
Gang, we should really do something for the big 200th episode tomorrow! I mean, I guess I should really do something! I should really have planned...something. What should I do to celebrate tomorrow? ๐ค๐
Somehow, and I don't know how, but Wednesday of this week marks 200 episodes (!!!) of this daily, micro podcast. That's longer than I've maintained any project! ๐ #IndyHall
Today, we open our digital doors to everyone who needs a break from the monotony. RSVP and join us to meet new people, see old friends, and make today more memorable than yesterday. http://indyhall.org/openโ โ
๐ถ Shout out Pam for the tune! https://pamthewebivore.bandcamp.com/
Remember how nice it is to see friends you didn't expect to bump into? How wonderful it feels to spend time with people outside of a meeting?ย
That's the vibe we're chasing. Kick it with us tomorrow at Open Hall! http://indyhall.org/open
Y'all, we've been at this for a long time since March of last year. Let's convene this afternoon and talk about where we are and where we're heading - together. ๐
Remember the last time you met someone new? It's been a minute. This Friday, hang out with us, and make some new friends. Indy Hall is free and open to the public all day, Friday the 5th. See yous there. rsvp: indyhall.org/open
Our final day of February! Next week brings us to March, and we're that much closer to sunnier days and warmer weather. Hold on, my friends. We're almost there. ๐ค
The sun is SHINING, Philadelphia! Step outside at some point today, get some shine, and then hurry back in for our jam packed Thursday. โ๏ธ #IndyHall
Every other Wednesday, Jenn hosts GeekOut!, a show and tell style social hour for sharing YouTube personalities, TikTok trends, and online creators. At 2pm EST, share your favs and discover some new obsessions!
Someone told me recently that Tuesdays are the toughest days to get through because it's not the beginning of the week, not yet halfway, and certainly not the end. What helps you get through Tuesday? #IndyHall
Today at 1pm EST, tune-in for the latest installment of our #RemoteRoundtable series, a personal and insightful conversation between #IndyHall members about the winding path toward fulfilling work and career independence. https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/4853
Join us Monday, February 22nd for round 2 of our #RemoteRoundtable series, a personal and insightful conversation between #IndyHall members about the rocky path toward career fulfillment and meaningful work. https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/4853
We're hosting a very special Show & Tell today with @SarahMackAttack, Philly's premiere squid biologist! RSVP to join us at 12pm: https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/4848 #IndyHallย
It is TOO COLD in certain parts of the US, send some love/check-ins/moneys to friends enduring the winter. And support shelters in your city! www.homelessshelterdirectory.org
A star-studded episode:ย
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@tcannonfodder made the music
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@KatieArrosa contributed Something Useful
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@ariellehesse made Something (Less) Useful
This community's talents are BOUNDLESS and being squandered on this quirky morning show!
How about some aromatherapy to end the day, huh? Close all those work tabs, turn down the lights, and...continue to browse the web. ๐ฏย
What a lovely time to remind someone that you care about them! Candies, cards, or a casual text - send some love this weekend. Happy Valentine's Day! ๐ฅฐ #
It's a stacked Thursday at Indy Hall! Get together for Coffee Chat, Show & Tell, Colearning, or @phillycocoa today. Let's get to it!
There are so many fun ways to hang out with friends lately, and watching folks stream games, host talk shows, knit scarves, and build legos on Twitch has been a new fav. Anybody following us stream on Twitch? What do you stream, and when?
Everybody's got a chair or a corner or a window they don't spend much time with in their home. Spend a little time in that oft-overlooked spot. Try a new perspective, see what looks different.
New week, new outlook, new opportunity to leave a positive impact. Be good to yourself and to the people around you, let's get to work!
Today's event is for meeting new people, seeing old friends, and making this Friday more memorable than last Friday. Come hang out. http://indyhall.org/open
Thanks to Pam for today's music! Check out her Bandcamp at https://pamthewebivore.bandcamp.com/
โ Meet new folks
โ Join our @ignitephilly watch party
โ Tune into a replay of last week's Roundtable
โ Make a toast at happy hour
Just a few of the things in store for Friday's Open Hall. RSVP at indyhall.org/open!
We are two (2!) days away from Open Hall at Home, our monthly "coworking holiday", let's call it. Our members-only events are open to public, all day long on Friday, February 5th. RSVP to join us! http://indyhall.org/open
It's Tuesdee, yous! Enjoy your coffee chat, get your tarot read, co your crafts - there's lots to do today at Indy Hall. Shout out to @nicolablack for today's #SomethingLessUseful! ๐
When was the last time you met someone new? Yeah, same. This Friday, make it a point to meet a new human being! Promise you won't regret it. Indy Hall is free and open to the public all day, Friday the 5th. See yous there. rsvp: indyhall.org/open
Next week brings a new month, and with it, new opportunities to do good work - for yourself, for each other, and for your community. Until then, enjoy the final Friday of the month. You got this.
There are few things as satisfying as crossing something off your to-do list, no matter how trivial. Jot down today's tasks, get crossin'!
Hey, you're halfway through what was at one time colloquially considered to be the "work week". Happy hump day to all who observe!
Good Morning, Indy Hall! Today, Angel takes over for the first ever member cameo in nearly 200 episodes. Take it away, Angel! #IndyHall
Today at 2pm EST, join us for the first ever Remote Roundtable, a no b.s. conversation between #IndyHall members about how we're achieving "work-life balance" while working through a pandemic. Free to attend, RSVP for the link: https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/4530
Next week: join us Monday, January 25th for a strictly-no-bullshit conversation between #IndyHall members about that fabled "work-life balance" thing you've heard so much about. Free to attend, RSVP for the link: https://meetingplace.io/indyhall/events/4530
Today just feels like more of a relief, right? There's something in the air that tells me it's gonna be all right. We've gotten this far together, we can keep going. ๐
Today is a Very Big Dayโข๏ธ, be mindful of your attention span and mental health and calibrate your lemme-check-social-media-real-quick impulse. The most important news will reach you, there's no need to go searchin'. ๐บ๐ธย
Tuesday Time Management Challenge: remove an app from your phone that you could probably check less often at your computer. Enjoy that extra attention-span! ๐
We are 15 days into 2021, half the month of January, and we've gotten through A LOT so far. Pat yourself on the back, pour yourself something (could be coffee!), and topple this Friday. You've got this!
Today at 12pm, we're sitting down with artist and filmmaker @rashidzakat for a special edition of Indy Hall Show & Tell. Want to join in or catch the recording? DM for the link! #IndyHall
I know what you're thinking, "there are no positive comments on the internet". But that's not true! These little pockets of joy are real, they're out there, and you can add to 'em. ๐
Today is Tarot Tuesday, a terrific opportunity to find affirmation, guidance, and clarity. And a really fun way to connect with one of the members of the Indy Hall Team, Anaia. Connect with Anaia in Discord for a reading! โจ
Today's #GMIH is the first step toward my goal for 2021 of making this little broadcast a more collaborative, community-made program. Thanks for the new music, Cannon!
The very first #OpenHallAtHome of 2021 is here, and Indy Hall is open to all! Check out indyhall.org/open to see today's schedule, and sign-up to join us for the best day of the month. See you online!ย
Today is my 34th birthday, and my only birthday wish is for you to sign-up for tomorrow's #OpenHallAtHome! And for the application of the 25th Amendment. ๐ #IndyHall
It's a fully loaded Wednesday at Indy Hall, like a baked potato or a VW Beetle driven by Lindsay Lohan. Anyway, a great day to hang out. ๐ฅ
This Friday may not be First Friday, but it is #OpenHallAtHome here @indyhall! From 9am to 6pm EST, our community celebrates with a day of coworking and social events - Indy Hall style. Hang out with us all day long for free on Friday! indyhall.org/open
The first #GMIH of the new year features a little JFDI wisdom from our very own @alexhillman. If you need an accountability friend while you work toward those 2021 goals, join us Friday for #OpenHallAtHome! indyhall.org/open
Here it is, the very last Good Morning Indy Hall of the year. It's been so many days, weeks, and months of Somethings Useful, and I've loved every one. See you in 2021!
It's up to us to make a day feel special, and the end of this year deserves to feel special. So don your finest threads on New Year's Eve - or at least the top half since that's all that comes through on Zoom. ย ๐
It's the last week of the year, and shoot, this one's been a doozy. We have a few more days to end 2020 on a high note. Let's get to work.
Merry Christmas Eve Eve! From all of us at Indy Hall, we hope your holiday is as bright as you can make it this year. And if you need some company at the end of the week, you know where to find us. ๐#IndyHall
Today's "Something Useful" goes out to my tab-hoarding maniacs whose browsers look like the teeth on a chainsaw. You know who you are, ya maniacs. ๐ช
Anybody reading any good books lately? Anybody doing anything that doesn't actively involve the internet lately? ๐ #IndyHall
Whoa, this is Episode #150! Should I celebrate by making another 150 episodes? Sounds great, lets's rock. ๐
A packed Wednesday for this (hopefully) snowy day! Stay inside, keep warm, and see you online!
Just in case you need the reminder: what we're doing together, staying home to protect our friends, family, and ourselves, is hard. But it's so worth it, and you're doing great. Keep going. โค๏ธ
For the event producers out there: you're not competing to make the Best Online Event of all time, you're working to make sure everybody who attends feels a little less lonesome while they're with you. Take that to heart. ๐
Today's "Something Useful" brought to you by that friend we all have who drops links in chat without any comment. We love you, that friend. We just want to understand you. ๐ซ
Today is packed with warmth, cheer, frankincense, myrrh, etc. Let's enjoy our Wednesday together. โจ
Your challenge today (and everyday tbh): talk yourself up! To yourself! Most of us aren't so good at giving ourselves deserved compliments, so practice is useful.
"Great episode description, Adam."
Thanks!
Gonna be a cold week, Philadelphia. You don't have to hate winter because it's cold, you just have to bundle up! You sitting at home at your computer wearing a full winter coat. Nothin' wrong with that. ๐งฅ
I think the guys on the Reply All podcast call it "email amnesty day", and I decree that day is today. And tomorrow. And whenever you need it, tbh. #SendThatEmail #ButDon'tFeelBadAboutIt #JFDI
On this First Friday in December, we honor our tradition of opening our community to all! Open Hall @Home is upon us, and there are so many fun things happening all dang day. RSVP at indyhall.org/open, and we'll see you online!
We use the word "coworking" to describe what our community is doing, but what we seek to create together - right now, especially - is a sense of warmth. Belonging, friendship, trust, encouragement and support! If you're in need of that, we have plenty to share.
Holiday decorations are a pretty rad excuse for changing your scenery inside, and who couldn't use a change of scenery after ~9 months indoors? Festoon the heck out of your place, enjoy the new environment!
One of the nicer aspects of Open Hall @Home is interacting with people you didn't schedule a meeting with in advance. Remember that? Socializing with people you don't work with? WHEW. Let's hang out on Friday. indyhall.org/open
The last day of the month, and the first day of our Open Hall @Home week! Join us Friday, Dec. 4th for a day of free community events! RSVP: http://indyhall.org/open
Regardless of where you spend this holiday, you have people in your life who are really, really grateful for you. If you need someone to remind you of that, you know where to find me. ๐ฆ #indyhall
This year calls for a new addition to tradition: write a letter to someone you're thankful for, send it in the mail, surprise them with some flattery and gratitude (and fancy paper). ๐
Don't go chasing monitors
Please stick to the Macbook screen that you're used to ๐ถ ๐ฅ
Here's some good advice: don't search google for "good advice". There is no good advice to be found.
Help me program next week's GMIH! Send me a short video in which you share gratitude for something, somewhere, or someone, and I'll include it in an episode. It can be as general or super-specific as you want. ๐ฅฐ ย
I'll bring a zillion plants into my apartment because it is too dark and too cold and I prefer to live in a lush urban jungle, thank you very much.
It's the end of another week, and your brain deserves a break. Schedule some time for aimless creativity today, give your mind some rest!
Hey, what's making your happy today? Package that up and share it, like a little package of optimism to gift to someone who needs it. ๐
Today's a lovely day to organize your workspace, set yourself up for stay productive through the week. Snap a photo of your desk, send it our way! ๐ฅ๐ฑ
deep breath
YESSSSSSSS! YEAHHH! WOOOOOO HOO HOO HAHAHAHA! WE DID IT, Y'ALL! WE DID IT!
exhale
Okay. Now let's get to work. ๐
You deserve a break. That's why we're hosting an entire day of community coworking to help each other stay optimistic, productive, and sane.
No deadlines, no stress, no cost. Join us tomorrow, Friday the 6th, from 9am to 6pm. ย RSVP: indyhall.org/open
Remember, all this is gonna take some time. It's cool if productivity doesn't come easy, so shoot for some low-hanging goals this week. For instance, make it a point to RSVP for Friday's Open Hall: indyhall.org/open
Be patient, be steadfast, be kind to yourself. Hop into our Discord when you need somebody and somethin' good. ๐ #indyhall #vote
A new month, a new outlook. #VOTE tomorrow, sign-up for Open Hall @Home today, and let's make it through this week together.
Today is jam-packed with things to do! Jump-start your day with a Coffee Chat, hang out for Hall-a-palooza, plan your week with Anaia. Let's end October on a high note!
Just a reminder: when everything feels out of your control, you can always choose generosity. And it's always worth it.
Protest and activism is vital, and I hope you won't ignore your own health, happiness, and bandwidth while you serve your communities. Take care of yourself. Take care of each other. ๐
We are one week away from election day on November 3rd, and now is a terrific time to check your polling location if you haven't voted yet. ๐ https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/pages/pollingplaceinfo.aspx
Enjoy coffee (online) with your friends, vote early, shoot your shoot, rock out to the Sailor Moon theme song. Just like that, best Monday ever. โจ
There's a presidential debate tonight, so do all you can to make something good today. Lend some advice, vote early, offer your talents to improve someone's world. ย Cause or contribute to something positive!
Mid-week motivation check: what are you working on today, and what do you need to get it done? Join a mic-off coworking session with some Indy Hall members, let's get productive! ๐ฏ
New favorite Instagram account: @everydayawards. "Commemorate everything", as they say, and award your friends and loved ones with certificates commemorating "National Seafood Bisque Day" and "International Gin and Tonic Day". Go wild! Have fun!
Jackbox games are great for hosting over Zoom with friends online, you only need one game and everybody uses their phones to play. Try a game night this weekend!
Regular reminder to get some quality outside time while the temperature is still nice. Clocks jump forward soon, take advantage of that daylight! ๐ค
Quick refresher, folks: October 19 is the deadline to register to vote, October 27 is the deadline to request an absentee ballot, and November 3 is voting day! Make a plan and vote vote vote!
Today's productivity playlist: The Faint! What were you listening to 15-20 years ago? Put it on today, share those formative soundtracks!
Happy Friday, everybody. Today's #SomethingUseful brought to you by me finally watching Avatar the Last Airbender after 15 years of being an idiot. ๐จ๐โฐ๐ฅ
Believe it or not, this is the second time I've included footage from the 2013 Dance Off with Star Wars Stars as #SomethingLessUseful. You probably believe it. It's easy to believe.
Happy hump day, y'all. Today's a great day to spend time with friends, and the weather's looking just right for some outside time. Take advantage! โ๏ธ
Inktober is upon us, and even if you're not participating yourself, it's a tremendous source of inspiration. Check out the hashtag online, enjoy a daily dose of artwork this month!
Good morning, Indy Hall! I thought this could save me time recording audio last night, but instead I listened to all 64 voice options over the course of a full hour so I didn't save any time at all. #whoops #noregerts #indyhall
The long-awaited return of #OpenHallAtHome, our once-a-month holiday in which we invite guests and neighbors and friends and family to hang out with us all day long. There's still time to RSVP, so check today's full schedule at indyhall.org/open!
This is the second episode of GMIH to feature "Return of the Mack". To many more appearances of the legendary Mark Morrison! ๐ป
If you watched last night's debate, I would like to invite you to a full day of support, optimism, and friendly people. Friday's #OpenHallAtHome event is all about community, and if you need a pick-me-up, boy, we got an abundance. โค๏ธ indyhall.org/open #indyhall
Well good morning, Tuesday. Have you signed up for #OpenHallAtHome yet? Oh, you were going to do that today? Don't let me get in your way! ๐ค http://indyhall.org/open
This Friday is #OpenHallAtHome! Become a part of Indy Hall for free, meet new people, hang out for special events all day. RSVP to join us at indyhall.org/open!
I had to cut it for time, but today's Something Less Useful ends in these two kids hugging and teaching each other dance moves. Just wanted to share those pos vibes with you this morning. ๐บ
To clarify, today's Something Less Useful is a video of Indy Hall member Mike Gunn befriending a woodland creature. Mike is a Disney princess. ๐
Some goodness from our Daily Challenges channel: Take just 5 minutes to perform or create a little ritual to get a good work vibe going. Light a candle, put on some music, get productive! ๐ถ
Quick tip for adding a little warmth to our online spaces: say hello to people as they join the call, and use their name. It's the most direct way to make someone feel specifically thought of. It's a small thing, but it can set the tone for someone's day. ๐
Several weeks ago, I alleged that every weekday has a "thing" except for Tuesday. I would like to rescind my position, as it has been made clear to me that Tuesday belongs to the tacos.ย
Episode 93 of this 60-second, weekday morning podcast. Podcast? Is this a podcast? Anyway, what do I do for next week's big centennial? Lemme know what you think!
๐ง or โ๏ธ, today is going to be your most productive day this week! Unless it's not. Which is totally okay, too! Anyway, the point is I believe in you - and the weather has no impact on this. ๐คทโโ๏ธ
Today's episode is about tomorrow! Tomorrow is going to be a great day, make sure you add Show & Tell and our Town Hall to your calendars! โจ
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Join for Show & Tell ft. Gretchen McCulloch
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Attend a very important Town Hall
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Give yourself a high-five
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Welcome back to the week that is, I hope everyone had a lovely Labor Day weekend. Let's get back to work! ๐ช
Today is #OpenHallAtHome! It's our monthly tradition in which we invite guests and neighbors and friends and family to hang out with us all day long. There's still time to RSVP, so check today's full schedule at indyhall.org/open!
Tomorrow is #OpenHallAtHome, our monthly tradition in which we invite guests and friends to kick it with us all dang day for no dang money. We'd love to see you there! indyhall.org/open
Indy Hall-a-palooza is an online, curated, collaborative music festival comprised of our favorite live performances of all time. Wanna contribute? Join us on Friday's #OpenHallAtHome!
Everything I have ever learned about making a podcast sound good, I first learned by making an unlistenable podcast.
Friday, join us for #OpenHallAtHome, our monthly holiday in which guests and friends and family and folx who haven't joined Indy Hall are all invited for a free day of coworking, the Indy Hall way. RSVP at indyhall.org/open!
"Slow news is good news", as they say. Do they say that? Anyway, subscribe to your favorite local news outlets!ย
Itโs Thursday! Obtain more plants! Become a plant person! There are 0 downsides! (Other than being suddenly living within a different biome.)
Happy birthday to the guy who brought us together, Alex Hillman. Thank you for all you do. ๐ #IndyHall
I feel like Tuesday needs to be more celebrated. Case of the Mondays, Wednesday is Hump Day, Thirsty Thursday, Friyay, but Tuesday gets no love. I'm thinking...You're 2 Days Into The Week At Least You Made It This Far Tuesday. Is that anything?ย
I found today's Something Less Useful from a Twitter account called @GatorsDaily, proving that sometimes the internet is good.
Had to remind myself this week that accountability comes from visibility, and it's easier for friends to help out if they know what you're working toward. โค๏ธ
Show & Tell is today! Let's learn about what our community members are working on, and if we have time, I'll tell everyone some horrible facts about the killer cicada wasp! ๐
Oh, me? I'm just thinking about your spine, and how much love and support it deserves. โค๏ธ
76 episodes into this program (whew!), and we have to stay the course! You can do this! We can do this together!
Goooooood Afternoon, Indy Hall! Ya boi dropped the ball on uploading this episode today, which reminds me of an important lesson in cutting yourself some slack... ๐ฌ
This was going to be a completely normal Friday, but then that Zoom + Google Doc hack went and changed the game.ย
Today is packed with things to do! So packed that I didn't have time to sign-off, so take care of yourself, take care of each other, and take care of your communities today! I'll see yous online.ย
I don't know who needs to hear this, but you're allowed to step away from roles and committments that don't fulfill you anymore. Treat yo' self to some peace and clarity!
It's the beginning of a brand new week, which means it's the start of something new and wonderful. Is that something a second viewing of Free Willy? Maybe!ย
It's Open Hall @Home! Happy Open Hall @Home to you and yours! Check out today's full schedule at indyhall.org/open.
Today's to-do: 1. Give love (RTs or ๐ฐ) to a non-profit org putting in the work. 2. Scratch your turtle's back. #NotAEuphemism
Show some love for Philly's small businesses! Which ones are your favorites and why? It's been a rough few months, let's help our beloved small businesses stay thriving and surviving!
On this Tuesday, I want to know who you're thankful for. Broadcasting gratitude is a great way to recognize those who have helped you, folx you admire, and a positive change of pace in your timeline. #CommunityChallenge #IndyHall
The first week of every month is a special time here at Indy Hall: This Friday, Iโd like to personally invite you - yes you! - to try Indy Hall @Home for free. No money. Zero dollars. On the house! Learn more and sign-up at indyhall.org/open. We'll see you Friday for Open Hall!
Episode 64! This installment is heavily reliant on the video so do yourself a solid and check out the post on Instagram. Ya welcome. โ๏ธ
Today: a very special Show & Tell with Sabina Leybold and @quarantween_costumes. It's gonna be so goooooooood.
Doing some light research into the stuff you love is an awesome way to give more depth to your interests and to build a sense of gratitude for the folks who make the stuff you love!
It's like the old saying goes: if you can't meditate, do a kickflip. That's not a saying.ย
It's the beginning of the end! Of July! Let's focus on helping each other as we close out the month together.
Sharing music in your Zoom session is a great way to break the ice and fill the silence from all those muted microphones. Try it out!
This week's a scorcher, don't underestimate the benefits of staying hydrated! Water's the real deal, gang: work harder, feel better, pee more often! ๐
Remember to take an actual, honest to goodness break today. Step away from the computer, take some time to exist apart from the whole WFH thing. You got this!
If you're having a tough time coming up with a new Twitter password, might I suggest "bah weep granah weep nini bong?" And then maybe your birth year? This is a bad idea, don't actually do this.
Today: Show & Tell at 12pm! Find out what Indy Hall members are working on, what they care about, and who they are. I care about: Sailor Moon. ๐
Remember, a nationally observed and extremely important occasion is this week: Con Air Day! It was yesterday. I missed it. ๐ฉ
Listening intently to the sound of a cat purring is 100% a way to build resilience during difficult times. ๐
It's not all productivity and planning, some days require indulgence in the trivial stuff. Enjoy some songs you like performed in styles you never asked for! ๐ถ
This is episode 49. Should we do something for episode 50? Is the number 50 totally arbitrary? Am I searching for literally any reason at all to celebrate something?!
Today, return to the classics: Show & Tell, makin' your bed, and belting out Celine Dion. ๐ข
This afternoon, let's get some honest to goodness outdoor time. And then let's go back inside for honest to goodness virtual outdoor time in Animal Crossing. Best of both worlds?ย
I feel like most people's go-to would be "In The Air Tonight", and I respect that. I'm a HAIM guy(m), myself. ๐ฅ
I hope your weekend was full of contemplation and celebration. Now, let's get sh*t done!
Need a morning pick-me-up or an evening send-off? You're invited to join us today for Morning Coffee and Happy Hour, check our Instagram account for details.ย
Is there a word in the English language for "so cute it's scary"? There's certainly a German word - right?
If you bring your work outside today and come across a 7 week old baby red squirrel, so help me god, you better record it and tag @indyhall.
This is one of those cases where the audio version misses a great deal of context and goodness. Check out @beeragon's short film, "Coming Out", on her Twitter or Instagram. For real, go watch it! Happy Pride! ๐ณ๏ธโ๐
The best thing about pride month is that pride month is ALL YEAR. Support your local queer advocacy organizations, and make a donation to the fabulous Okra Project. https://www.theokraproject.com
Once again, you've done it: you're thriving and surviving and you've earned yourself a ๐ง at the end of the day. Happy Friday, friends!
A reminder that Indy Hall is a comprised entirely of people who are here for you when you're going through it. Take it from me, the Algorithmic Daily Announcement Machine. โ ๏ธ
I didn't plan this in advance, but it occurs to me that your at-home workout could be a rousing game of "the floor is lava", area rugs and guinea pigs permitting.
There is a real catharsis in unsubscribing from email newsletters. And there's a real catharsis in watching a cat dance to Bhad Bhabie.
Open Hall @Home is BACK! There are so many ways to celebrate community today, and it's all leading up to REC Philly's Black Joy Matters Juneteenth celebration tonight. Learn more and join us at indyhall.org/open!
Today, Show & Tell.ย
Tomorrow: Open Hall and #BlackJoyMatters!ย
The day after that: date night at Angry Deekin!ย
The day after that: No idea, I can't plan that far. #indyhall
Once again we have reach an impasse in which my "Something Useless" segment relies upon a visual. Well, this particular visual depict a capybara in a trance-like state beneath a waterfall before transitioning into two (2!) capybaras in a trance-like state beneath two (2!) waterfalls. SO there you have it, you're all caught up.ย
Look, I understand that Emyhr var Emreis wants to remove the Sorcerers Council from the table, I'm not a dum-dum, but what was Philippa Eilhart's role in the Thanedd coup?!
These "something less useful" segments really don't translate without the visual component, huh? Well, uh, imagine two small frogs wearing cowboy hats during while a Post Malone cover plays. Are you imagining it? Great. It's like you're really there.
Follow @indyhall on Instagram for the full "Good Morning, Indy Hall!" experience, every weekday at 8am.ย
Soooooooo many podcasts hosted by Black podcasters, so few days in the weekend! What are you listening to this weekend? ย You can't respond to this prompt, idk why I asked. I'm sorry.ย
3 ideas to kickstart your Thursday: Give @amalgamphilly your money. Read comics by Black creators. Shred on your guitar on a roof in West Philly.
Eric Smith makes wonderful content, Ashley Woodfolk writes spectacular books, and Mittens is a chinchilla. ๐๐๐๐๐
I personally recommend listening to "One Winged Angel" while you mail your ballot because voting makes you the most powerful entity on the edge of creation.
Inhale. Exhale. Log-out from Twitter and other anxiety-inducing social media platforms for the rest of the day. Namaste.ย
Because there is no visual to accompany today's episode, each little "pop" is the sound of 750mL of bourbon manifesting on my desk. #TheMoreYouKnow
Hear me out, though: Yoshi has to eat somebody before he can lay an egg. That is not how eggs work.
We may not have a new Fast & Furious movie today, but we do have a supercut of Dominic Toretto saying the word "family".ย
People make fun of that phrase, "dance like no one is watching", but have you actually done it? It's AMAZING.
Just a little midweek reminder: you got this. And whatever you need, we got your back. Let's do it. ๐ค๐ฅ๐ค
If you love me, you'll completely botch the 20th Century Fox theme on the saxophone at my funeral.ย
โ Focus on your breath. โ Practice gratitude. โ Stop Dr. Robotnik from turning animals into robots.ย
With the right people, all that trivial stuff becomes the most important stuff there is. Also, for real, what is fire?
After you listen to this morning's "Good Morning, Indy Hall!", do yourself a favor and listen to all 4 minutes and 17 seconds of "Buggin". No joke.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and you're the most important person listening to this these announcements. Helluva coincidence., right?ย
Okay, so picture Padme, Kit Fisto, and all your Star Wars favorites doing Gangnam Style, when suddenly Darth Maul bursts on to the scene wearing parachute pants.
It occurs to me that there's no visual to accompany this podcast episode so I'll just leave this here: it's a frog being gently placed in a small tupper-ware container filled with water.
Reach out to somebody important to you today, and try not to get distracted by YouTube playlists of pro wrestling music from the early 2000s. Like I did.
You've gotten this far, and I think you've earned the chance to press โธ for a moment.ย
Okay.
You got this.ย
It's Tuesday, and that means coffee, crafting, a little desktop maintenance, and LATE 90s FINNISH TRANCE. ๐ช
Today's Something Useful: crush your inbox! Take 30 minutes to send what ya gotta send and unsub from those mailing lists. Following that, hold a ceremony with all the villagers on your island to celebrate your accomplishments. ๐
Happy Open Hall @Home, my friends! Celebrate online with us, or by pitting two fictional characters against one another in imaginary combat. Both are solid options.
I did a Google search for "Vertigo Primal Rage" to get a necessary gif for this episode, and honestly? It was more difficult than I expected it to be to find a decent one. Anyway, happy Winsday!
9am - 10am Mail Pickup
9am - Coffee Chat
10am - Coffee Chat
4pm - Zoom Happy Hour
Something Useful:
Start a weekend project!
Something Less Useful:
Maybe you're taller than the Predator?
9am - Coffee Chat
10am - Coffee Chat
4:30pm - Bon's Birthday Goats
Something Useful:
Change your passwords!
Something Less Useful:
Fast & Furious 6,
Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift,
Furious 7