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Productivity Alchemy

Productivity Alchemy

227 episodes

Join Kevin Sonney and his Wombat Test Subject Ursula Vernon for discussions of personal productivity, systems for getting stuff done, and ways to keep yourself on track to meeting your goals.

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Episode 337 - Weird Schedule, Jennifer Brozek

Published: Feb. 15, 2024, 6:18 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 24 minutes 10 seconds

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!



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Episode 336 - Progress, Letters

Published: Feb. 8, 2024, 5:07 p.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 38 seconds

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!



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Episode 335 - Overwhelmed, Jadzia Axelrod

Published: Feb. 1, 2024, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes 7 seconds

CW: Cancer

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!



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Episode 334 - MAG Recovery, Ryan Renteria

Published: Jan. 25, 2024, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 26 seconds

CW: Cancer

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!



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Episode 333 - Another year older, John Diggs

Published: Jan. 11, 2024, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 14 minutes 42 seconds

CW: Cancer
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!



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Episode 332 - Amazing News, Joel Stevenson

Published: Jan. 5, 2024, 2:46 p.m.
Duration: 56 minutes 44 seconds

CW: Cancer, Surgery

Hi folks! WE HAVE AMAZING NEWS and if you didn\'t already see it on social media, here is is now: Ursula is CANCER FREE as of Dec 29, 2023. We talk about that, how we are starting out the new year, and how hard it is for Ursula to take it easy and recover. After that, we have a fantastic talk with Joel Stevenson about how he stays productive!



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Episode 331 - Surgery Day, Jill Duffy

Published: Dec. 28, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 39 seconds

CW: Cancer, Surgery, Pet Death

Well here we are folks, at the end of 2023, and the day of Ursula\'s surgery. We\'ll give a brief update about that, about the week in between the holidays that Kevin is taking off, and not much else. After that, we wrap up the year with a fantastic conversation with Jill Duffy about how she stays productive!



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Episode 330 - Pending time off, Michelle Bassett

Published: Dec. 21, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 43 seconds

CW: Cancer

It is the week before Ursula\'s lumpectomy, and we\'re having as close to a normal week as possible! Kevin has been writing code before taking the week off to end out the year. After the updates around that, we talk with the amazing and entertaining Michelle Bassett!



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Episode 329 - The Wombat Returns, Liz Shayne

Published: Dec. 14, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 46 minutes 14 seconds

CW: Cancer

Ursula is back - at least as long as she has the energy. We will get updates on how she\'s been doing, how her productivity has changed, and just some general updates. We\'ll also check in with Kevin before talking to the amazing Liz Shayne about how she stays productive!



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Episode 328 - Mouth Woes, Nancy Lyons

Published: Dec. 7, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 39 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! This week we have a brief update on Ursula\'s recovery from chemo, then an update on Kevin\'s productivity and some upcoming work he is having done on his mouth. After that, we speak with Clockwork CEO Nancy Lyons!



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Episode 327 - End of chemo, Emily Koehler-Platten Redux

Published: Nov. 30, 2023, 6:27 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 51 minutes 34 seconds

CW: Cancer, Death

Hi folks! It is the week of Ursula\'s FINAL Chemo treatment. We are thankful for all the support and well wishes as we have worked through this part of the process. And after a little talk about that, we catch up with Emily Koehler-Platten about hos she stays productive now!



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Episode 326 - Paladin Pre-Order, Larissa Lichty

Published: Nov. 23, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 44 minutes 30 seconds

CW: Cancer, Livestock Culling

Hi folks! This week we\'re PROUD to announce the pre-order availability of the next Saint of Steel book in the World of the White Rat, as well as the news that Ursula has only ONE Chemo treatment left! We\'ll also give an overview of Kevin\'s current status (sore, very sore) and then we catch up with prior guest Larissa Lichty, and see how they stay productive now!



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Episode 325 - New Pen (of course), Mallory Kassoy

Published: Nov. 16, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes 51 seconds

CW: Cancer

After a nice, trip to Chicago for WindyCon, Kevin is back with a new pen and new inks. He\'ll tell you all about that, as well as a quick update on two prior guests, Ursula\'s current status, and a few other things. After that we talk to the amazing Mallory Kassoy about how she stays productive!

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Episode 324 - Nothing new, Projjal Ghatak

Published: Nov. 9, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 59 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! A very short update, and then after the interview we announce the results of the 24/7 Demon Mart Giveaway! But you\'ll want to listen to everything, since this week we talk to Projjal Ghatak, founder of OnLoop, about how he stays productive!



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Episode 323 - Update from the Source, Jacob Sewell

Published: Nov. 2, 2023, 5:47 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 17 minutes 25 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! This week we have an update from Ursula herself! After that we have an update on Kevin\'s productivity and doubts and concerns. Finally, we talk to Jacob Sewell about how he stays productive!



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Episode 322 - The Big Win, Tim Tutt

Published: Oct. 26, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes 48 seconds

CW: Cancer

This week we are low-key celebrating Ursula\'s Best Novel Hugo Award! We also catch up on how we are (or aren\'t) being productive given all the things going on. After that, we talk to Special Guest Tim Tutt about how he stays productive!



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Episode 321 - Post-ATO, Dr. Raven the Science Maven

Published: Oct. 19, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 47 minutes 21 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! This week we get a quick recap of Kevin\'s visit to All Things Open 2023, an update on Ursula\'s chemo, and word on the next Paladin novel in the World of the White Rat. After that, we have a lovely talk with Dr. Raven the Science Maven!



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Episode 320 - Rest week, Sam DeMase

Published: Oct. 12, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 53 seconds

Hi folks! Ursula is resting this week, but somehow she still managed to make word count AND finish the edits for a book that y\'all are eagerly awaiting. On my side, we have updates on my side project, my other productivity, and some odds and ends. After all that, we talk to Sam DeMase about how she stays productive!



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Episode 319 - 12 Down 8 to go, Cat's Candles

Published: Oct. 5, 2023, 6:06 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 36 minutes 10 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! It is now week 12 of 20 for Ursula\'s Chemo, and she\'s resting this week. But we will have an update on how she\'s doing, Kevin\'s latest side project, and a word or two about lost software. We also announce a giveaway of the just released 24/7 Demon Mart Digital Box Set, and then we talk to Gabrielle, owner of Cat\'s Candles about how she stays productive!



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Episode 318 - Ursula Update, Dez Rock

Published: Sept. 28, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 14 minutes 22 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! This week, we have an update from Ursula herself on her treatment, how it is impacting her productivity, and more. We also check in with Kevin, and then we have an absolutely fantastic talk with Dez Rock!



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Episode 317 - Week 10 of 20, Shauna Forrister

Published: Sept. 21, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 59 minutes 3 seconds

CW: Cancer

HI folks! We are on week 10 of 20 for Ursula\'s Chemo, which is the halfway point in this part of her treatment! After a brief update on that, Kevin\'s productivity challenges, followed by an update from returning guest Shauna Forrister!



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Episode 316 - New Chemo, Frank Gosar

Published: Sept. 14, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 28 seconds

CW: Cancer

Hi folks! Ursula has started the next round of chemo so she\'s out this week, and Kevin has been on-call, so that pretty much summarizes our productivity for the week. HOWEVER! We have a catch-up interview with returning guest Frank Gosar!



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Episode 315 - Oh hound, Kyle Decker

Published: Sept. 7, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes 52 seconds

CW: Cancer

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!



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Episode 314 - No More Red Devil, April Jenn Choi

Published: Aug. 31, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes 28 seconds

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!



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Episode 313 - Something something, Sandra Tayler

Published: Aug. 24, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 1 minute 28 seconds

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Episode 312 - Quick Update, Howard Tayler

Published: Aug. 17, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes 46 seconds

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!



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Episode 311 - No Hair, Letters

Published: Aug. 10, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 12 seconds

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!



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Episode 310 - Second Chemo, Raygan Earl

Published: Aug. 3, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes 18 seconds

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!



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Episode 309 - Stressed, Heidi Butters-Stabb

Published: July 27, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 56 minutes 59 seconds

CW: Cancer
Ho 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!



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Episode 308 - First Chemo, Jon Spriggs

Published: July 20, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 18 minutes 16 seconds

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!



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Episode 307 - Port install, Letters

Published: July 13, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 6 seconds

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.



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Episode 306 - The waiting is the hardest part, Riya Sokol

Published: July 6, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 49 minutes

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!



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Episode 305 - Schrodinger's Schedule, Whitney Lee

Published: June 29, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 50 seconds

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!



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Episode 304 - Not Minor After All, Eliza Arnold

Published: June 22, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 12 minutes 35 seconds

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!



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Episode 303 - A quick update, Dave Pygon

Published: June 15, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes 52 seconds

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!



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Episode 302 - Kevin's Update, No Letters

Published: June 8, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 39 seconds

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!



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Episode 301 - Horror Con, Aytekin Tank

Published: June 1, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 28 seconds

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!



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Episode 300 - THREE HUNDRED, Kevin Sonney

Published: May 26, 2023, 4:28 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 1 minute 38 seconds

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!



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Episode 299 - Almost 6 years, Letters

Published: May 18, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 43 seconds

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!



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Episode 298 - The Return of the Return of Selphie Part 2

Published: May 11, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 8 seconds

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!



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Episode 297 - The Return of the Return of Selphie Part 1

Published: May 4, 2023, 9:38 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 31 seconds

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.



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Episode 296 - Hatching Time, Dalia Monterroso

Published: April 27, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes 26 seconds

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!



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Episode 295 - On Call Again, Yvette Amirian

Published: April 20, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 51 minutes 32 seconds

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!



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Episode 294 - Wordpress Woes, Letters

Published: April 13, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 7 seconds

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!



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Episode 293 - Back to On-Call, Dana Mahina

Published: April 6, 2023, 8:11 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes 15 seconds

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!



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Episode 292 - Post-Launch, Jennie and Obby Breeden

Published: March 30, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 56 minutes 20 seconds

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!



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Episode 291 - Home sweet home, Athena Scalzi

Published: March 23, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 58 minutes 22 seconds

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.



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Episode 290 - Somewhere in Orlando, Sara Nash

Published: March 16, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 31 seconds

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!



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Episode 289 - Back before gone, Rebecca Martino

Published: March 9, 2023, 5:53 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 48 seconds

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!



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Episode 288 - Going on Vacation, Tove Danovich

Published: Feb. 16, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 21 seconds

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!



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Episode 287 - New Tools/Toys, Letters

Published: Feb. 9, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 1 minute 45 seconds

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!



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Episode 286 - Still Adjusting, James Fair

Published: Feb. 2, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 59 minutes 41 seconds

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!



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Episode 285 - Boring Week, Anne "Tyrrlin" Williams

Published: Jan. 26, 2023, 8:30 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 33 minutes 34 seconds

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!



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Episode 284 - New Glasses, Juli Thompson

Published: Jan. 19, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 44 minutes 32 seconds

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.



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Episode 283 - Back from MAG, Dino Part 2

Published: Jan. 12, 2023, 5 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours 6 minutes 26 seconds

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.



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Episode 282 - End of Year, Dino Sarma (Part 1)

Published: Dec. 29, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 53 minutes 42 seconds

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.



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Episode 281 - Spell Slots, Katie Mazeika

Published: Dec. 22, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 7 minutes 38 seconds

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!



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Episode 280 - Med Changes, Jazzlyn Stone

Published: Dec. 21, 2022, 8:28 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes 5 seconds

UPDATED: Fixed the audio edit that had the outro in the middle of the interview.

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!



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Episode 279 - Ch-ch-changes, Letters

Published: Dec. 8, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 13 seconds

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!



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Episode 278 - Finished Book, Christina Vasilevski

Published: Dec. 1, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 43 minutes 53 seconds

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!



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Episode 277 - Pre-Thanksgiving, Cori Large

Published: Nov. 24, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 43 minutes 52 seconds

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.



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Episode 276 - No More Travel, Rachel Yoder

Published: Nov. 17, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes 32 seconds

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 Folk!

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Episode 275 - Post-World Fantasy, Letters

Published: Nov. 10, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 23 seconds

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.



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Episode 274 - Between Conventions, Scott Gatz

Published: Nov. 3, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes

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!



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Episode 272 - Normal Week, Michael "Blothar" Bishop

Published: Oct. 27, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 59 minutes 51 seconds

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!!!!



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Episode 272 - Normal Week, Dr. Phillippe Douyon

Published: Oct. 20, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 18 seconds

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!



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Episode 271 - Unblocked, Letters

Published: Oct. 13, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 53 seconds

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!



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Episode 270 - Post-CapClave, DM Guay

Published: Oct. 6, 2022, 5:19 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes 13 seconds

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!



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Episode 269 - Scheduled Panic, Larissa Lichty

Published: Sept. 29, 2022, 6:18 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 9 minutes 6 seconds

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!



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Episode 268 - The Brain does not Brain, Jeffrey Klubeck

Published: Sept. 22, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes 6 seconds

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!



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Episode 267 - The Brain does not Brain, Jeffrey Klubeck

Published: Sept. 22, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes 6 seconds

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!



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Episode 267 - Normal Week at Last, Stacey H

Published: Sept. 15, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes 48 seconds

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!



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Episode 266 - Not much got done, Letters

Published: Sept. 8, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 35 seconds

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.



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Episode 265 - All the Medical, Cindy Sperry Redux

Published: Sept. 1, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes 59 seconds

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 needing to get done. After that, we catch up with Cindy Sperry, and find out how her return to the US is going!



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Episode 264 - Kevin and Dino Talk Moving

Published: Aug. 25, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 5 hours 37 minutes 5 seconds

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 whole lot more over the course of five hours. Enjoy!



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Episode 263 - Making Progress, John Yackel

Published: Aug. 18, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 33 seconds

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!



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Episode 262 - Busy Weekend, Letters

Published: Aug. 11, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 45 seconds

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!



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Episode 261 - Writing Code, Andy Mowat

Published: Aug. 4, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 40 seconds

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!



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Episode 260 - Rough Week, Wendy Posillico

Published: July 28, 2022, 9:03 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 31 seconds

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 with Wendy Posillico about how she stays productive!



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Episode 259 - Recovery, Simon Severino

Published: July 21, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes 53 seconds

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!



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Episode 258 - Not Well, Mary Robinette Kowal

Published: July 8, 2022, 5:58 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 36 seconds

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!



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Episode 257 - Off to AnthroCon, Jay Colbert

Published: June 30, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 51 minutes 38 seconds

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!



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Episode 256 - Signing Even More Things, Kristin Tweedale

Published: June 23, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes 48 seconds

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!



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Episode 255 - Absolution, Dylan Wilbanks

Published: June 16, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 1 minute 43 seconds

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.



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Episode 254 - Quiet Week, Letters

Published: June 9, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 45 seconds

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!



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Episode 253 - Writing Retreat, Dr. Brooke Macnamara

Published: June 2, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 57 minutes 10 seconds

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 stays productive with Trello!



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Episode 252 - Quick Intro, Ace Tilton Ratcliff

Published: May 26, 2022, 8:35 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes 47 seconds

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!



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Episode 251 - Getting it done, Yoon Ha Lee

Published: May 19, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 59 minutes 21 seconds

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!

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Episode 250 - Five Years done, Kevin Sonney

Published: May 12, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 55 minutes 12 seconds

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.

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Episode 249 - It's OK to not be OK, Michelle Wexelblat Redeux Redeux

Published: May 5, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours 33 minutes 59 seconds

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 a break, and Ursula and I will discuss that. We also have our individual productivity updates, and some discussion of the new book launch. Finally, we have an incredible catch-up with Michelle Wexelblat and how things have changed for her since we talked last!

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Episode 248 - Book Launch Week, Augusta Scarlett Redeux

Published: April 28, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 10 seconds

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Episode 247 - No Wombat, Debbie G Redux

Published: April 21, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes 14 seconds

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!\\xa0

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Episode 256 - Starting a Course, Letters

Published: April 14, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 44 seconds

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.

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UPDATED Episode 245 - Book Ennui, Gerald Sears

Published: April 8, 2022, 4:13 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 13 minutes 44 seconds

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!\\xa0

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Episode 244 - More Bookplates, Bill and Laura Pearson Update

Published: March 31, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours 1 minute 26 seconds

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!



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Episode 243 - Still Signing, Eloy Lasanta

Published: March 24, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 59 minutes 7 seconds

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 Six (which starts in May). After that, we have a wonderful talk with Game Designer and Musician Eloy Lastanta about how he stays productive!



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Episode 242 - Post-Cruise, Letters

Published: March 17, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 12 minutes 21 seconds

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!



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Episode 241 - Travel Panic, Gayle Goddard

Published: March 3, 2022, 6:03 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 37 minutes 30 seconds

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. Fortunately after that, we have a talk with The Clutter Fairy herself, Gayle Goddard! Enjoy, and see you in two weeks!



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Episode 240 - Journey Prep, Alister Esam

Published: Feb. 24, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 40 seconds

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!



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Episode 239 - Horror Movies, Dorothee Racette

Published: Feb. 17, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes 36 seconds

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!



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Episode 238 - Mow the Lawn, Letters

Published: Feb. 10, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 52 minutes 13 seconds

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!



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Episode 237 - Cult Podcasts, Katie Matusky

Published: Feb. 3, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 38 minutes 54 seconds

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!



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Episode 236 - Mucha, Maria Brilaki

Published: Jan. 27, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 19 minutes 3 seconds

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!



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Episode 235 - Take a Snow Day, Sophie Legase

Published: Jan. 20, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 31 minutes

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!



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Episode 234 - Inbox Eight, Resolutions, Letters

Published: Jan. 13, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 58 seconds

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!



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Episode 233 - MAGFest, Jeremiah McCoy

Published: Jan. 6, 2022, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 19 seconds

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!



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Episode 232 - It's not the plague, Banana Chan

Published: Dec. 30, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes 41 seconds

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!



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Episode 231 - Something, Vera Alcorn

Published: Dec. 23, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 27 minutes 1 second

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!



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Episode 230 - Flooring, Selphi Redux

Published: Dec. 16, 2021, 4:19 a.m.
Duration: 2 hours 8 seconds

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.



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Episode 229 - Calendar Anxiety, Letters

Published: Dec. 9, 2021, 10:18 p.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 17 seconds

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!



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Episode 228 - New Team, Nancy Mittens

Published: Dec. 2, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 23 minutes 22 seconds

Hi folks! This week we will talk about Kevin\'s change to a new team at work, our progress on our various things, and at least one upcoming appearance. We also talk about what is possibly the strangest troll Ursula has ever received, getting ready for the Hugo Awards Ceremony, and follow this with a great conversation with Special Guest Nancy Mittens!



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Episode 227 - Holiday Time, Molly Bruttomesso

Published: Nov. 25, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 11 seconds

Hi folks! This week we\'re going to talk about how we are - and are not! - being productive for the US Thanksgiving Holiday week. After that we have an exciting conversation with Molly Bruttomesso about how she stays productive!



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Episode 226 - Actual Vacation, Sean Nittner

Published: Nov. 18, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes 10 seconds

This week we\'ll discuss our recent trip to Cherokee NC, how Kevin\'s new meds are working - and the impact of not taking them. We also talk about the dividing line between a Novel and Novelette, and Kevin\'s new favorite device. After that, we\'ll talk to Sean Nittner, game producer, project manager, and con host!



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Episode 225 - Holiday Cooking with Dino Sarma

Published: Nov. 11, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 9 minutes 13 seconds

Hi folks! Dino and I sat down to talk about cooking a large meal (particularly around the American Thanksgiving Holiday) for friends, family (by birth or by choice), and others. From planning to shopping to cooking, we\'ll talk about it all. Enjoy!



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Episode 224 - Tough Week, Mysterious Witt

Published: Nov. 4, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 13 minutes 42 seconds

This week we will talk about how Kevin got completely derailed, Ursula\'s current projects, including some new things she\'s playing around with. After that, we have a fantastic conversation with Mysterious Witt, and how she stays productive!



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Episode 223 - Early Recording, John Scalzi

Published: Oct. 28, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 3 minutes 5 seconds

We recorded early this week, so there isn\'t much to catch up on, but that\'s OK! We have an amazing talk with the author, blogger, and man-about-the-internet John Scalzi to make up for it! Enjoy!



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Episode 222 - Gushing, Bob Stanke

Published: Oct. 21, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes 39 seconds

This week we\'ll discuss Kevin\'s attendance at All Things Open 2021, being grateful to our listeners, and where we both are on our respective projects. We follow that with a great talk with long time listener Bob Stanke!



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Episode 221 - The Loneliest Whale, Letters

Published: Oct. 15, 2021, 12:46 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 1 second

This week we talk about the completion and release of the big project Kevin has been working on for the last several weeks. We also talk about how a single appointment takes up an entire day in Ursula\'s mind, compared to how it appears to Kevin. We also talk about the loneliest whale, the Bloop, and then we read your letters!



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Episode 220 - Having Impact, Richard Schnitzel

Published: Oct. 7, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes 44 seconds

This week, we start with a discussion of Ursula\'s most current editing cycle. We follow that with how it feels when you know you are making a visible impact with a project. And then we have an amazing talk with Richard Schnitzel about how he stays productive!



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Episode 219 - Exercise, Broody Hens, Heather Lowe Redux

Published: Sept. 30, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 17 minutes 8 seconds

CW: Death, Corpses, Funerals, Grief, COVID-19

This week we talk about dealing with the death of a loved one with returning guest Heather Lowe. Before that we\'ll discuss Ursula\'s new exercise routine, finishing a big project, and Ursula\'s new book pre-order.



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Episode 218 - Thank People, Tom Kaeding

Published: Sept. 23, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 40 seconds

Hi folks! This week we\'ll talk about cats, their hierarchy, and reminisce about Benjamin T. Cat. We also talk about what influenced us to get into our field, thanking our influences, progress on our projects, and a few other things. We follow that with an amazing conversation with Tom Kaeding, and find out how he stays productive!



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Episode 217 - Delegate, Jana Axline

Published: Sept. 17, 2021, 2:49 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 24 minutes 52 seconds

This week, we discuss where Ursula (the wombat co-host) has been for the last week and a half, dealing with her new purchase, and how she was able to delegate some things that were just too much for her. Oh, and she got to talk to BROM. After that we have a great conversation with Jana Axline about how she stays productive - and helps others stay productive!



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Episode 216 - Shepherd Co-Host, Letters

Published: Sept. 9, 2021, 5:09 p.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 21 seconds

Ursula is out of town, and it is letters show time! And as part of that, we have a Shepherd Guest Co-Host for the week! We\'ll briefly discuss how Shep does what needs doing, and then we\'ll read and discuss your letters. PLUS BONUS CHICKEN MEMES IN THE SHOW NOTES!!



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Episode 215 - Rock out, Anju Kanumalla

Published: Sept. 2, 2021, 5:02 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes 58 seconds

This week we talk about how we managed to stay productive this week. We also talk about Kevin\'s first concert since January 2020 (band links are in the show notes), how venues are handling things, and the miracle of mRNA vaccines. After all that, we have an amazing talk with Anju Kanumalla about how she stays productive!



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Episode 213 - ADHD and Pen Names, Cindy

Published: Aug. 26, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 34 minutes 11 seconds

This week we will talk about two longer-form listener requests. First, we\'ll talk about setting up a pen name, and how easy it actually is. Second we talk about coping with a partner who has ADHD and some strategies to help yourself. After that we have a wonderful chat with Cindy, and about how she stays productive!



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Episode 213 - Time and Vision, Althea Walters

Published: Aug. 19, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes 17 seconds

Hi folks! First up this week, we\'ll discuss how 2021 seems to be moving faster than 2020. After that we check in on our progress for the week, how Ursula\'s vision is changing, and how close she is to finishing her next book. After that, we have a talk with Althea Walters and find out how she stays productive!



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Episode 212 - Cheepers, Letters

Published: Aug. 12, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 18 seconds

Hi Folks! This week we check in with our hosts Kevin and Ursula, and find out how they are being productive. We also discuss Ursula\'s feelings about having to replace her laptop - before it is an emergency. After that, we\'ll read your letters!



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Episode 211 - Vacation, Don Khouri

Published: Aug. 5, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 57 seconds

Hi folks! I\'m back from vacation, and so my productivity is pretty easy to report on this week (AKA none, and that\'s OK!). Meanwhile Ursula (the Wombat Co-host) has had the never-ending Monday. After that, we\'ll chat with Don Khouri about how he stays productive!



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Episode 210 - White Chocolate Baguette, Alexis Lourenco

Published: July 29, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes 36 seconds

CW: ADHD, Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Privilege and Neglect

Hi folks! This week we will talk about the trials of being on-call and the joy of comp time. We also revisit the Author\'s Lament with Ursula, with a new and exciting twist. After that, we\'ll talk to Alexis Lourenco about how she stays productive!



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Episode 209 - Paint the Ceiling, Amanda Lovecraft

Published: July 23, 2021, 12:25 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes 44 seconds

This week, the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) and I will have our weekly productivity check-in, as well as a discussion of the quality of the paint in the bathrooms in a 20-year-old house. After that, we\'ll talk with the amazing Amanda Lovecraft, on how they stays productive!

Content Warning: Mental Health, Pet Death



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Episode 208 - Lucky Little Man, Dr. Katherine Firth

Published: July 15, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 51 seconds

This week we will check in about our productivity, talk about Project vs. Product Management, give an update on Lucky the Bantam Rooster, and talk about the Writer\'s Lament. After that we will talk with the most amazing Dr. Katherine Firth about how she stays productive!



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Episode 207 - Not a Gift, Letters

Published: July 8, 2021, 8:08 p.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 17 seconds

This week, we\'ll talk about how we were and were not productive this week, as applicable. We also talk about the value (or lack of) feedback, gifts that are actually shackles, and what kind of horror Ursula does not like. And then we\'ll read your letters, which is always fun!



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Episode 206 - Quick Check in, Gerald Leonard

Published: July 1, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 59 minutes 24 seconds

This week Ursula isn\'t feeling well, so we\'ll do a quick check-in with Kevin before having an amazing conversation with musician, author, and productivity consultant Gerold Leonard.



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Episode 205 - Dino Strikes Back Part 2

Published: June 24, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 37 minutes 29 seconds

This week we continue our chat with Dino, including more meal prep discussion, why one chick is named Lucky,



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Episode 204 - Dino Strikes Back Part 1

Published: June 17, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 9 minutes 58 seconds

This week we start off by discussing, Sergi\'s history, Ursula\'s updated publishing schedule, and praise at work. After that, we have the first part of what is turning into our annual talk with Dino Sarma.



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Episode 203 - Getting back out, Letters

Published: June 10, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 4 seconds

This week, we do our weekly productivity check-in, and discuss some of the concerns with going back to things like conventions and concerts. After that, we read from your letters!



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Episode 202 - All the Warnings, Corey Fisk and Colin Gerbode

Published: June 3, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 14 minutes 36 seconds

This week we talk about the re-opening of Ursula\'s favorite coffee shop, how kevin is back in between things, and general updates. We then have an amazing interview with Corey Fisk and Colin Gerbode where we\'ll talk about what productivity looks like when the goal is to stay alive.

Content Warning: This week\'s episode deals with the reality of living with Multiple Sclerosis, and all that entails.



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Episode 201 - Presenting, Janou Brouwer

Published: May 27, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 4 minutes 49 seconds

This week we talk about our weekly productivity. Along the way we talk about presenting to management, the re-opening of Ursula\'s coffee shop, and how our bodies can affect our moods. After that, we have a great conversation with Janou Brouwer, and find out how she stays productive!



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Episode 200 - Four Years, Kevin Sonney

Published: May 20, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 6 seconds

Wow! 200 Episodes over 4 years! We\'ll talk some about how it feels to hit episode 200, how things have changed, and why we keep doing the show. We\'ll also talk about how our productivity for this week went, in the face of an important loss. We\'ll wrap things up with our yearly check in with Kevin Sonney himself, and how he\'s staying productive!

Again, Thank you for listening!



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Episode 199 - Inspiration, Letters

Published: May 13, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 50 seconds

This week we talk about all the things we have and haven\'t done, including some advice on working on the thing you are excited about and when to do it. After that, we will read your letters!



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Episode 198 - Injured Chicken, Dani Bruflodt

Published: May 6, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 53 minutes 59 seconds

This week we will discuss the latest updates on our productivity, the chickens, and how maybe, just maybe, you don\'t have to live like that anymore. After that, we have an interview with the really cool planner designer Dani Bruflodt of Thyme-is-Honey!



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Episode 197 - Second Shot, Will Henshall

Published: April 29, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes 38 seconds

This week we talk about our experiences with the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, how it has gone for us, and how it has - or has not - impacted our productivity. After that we have a chat with Will Henshall from Focus@Will.



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Episode 196 - Sergi's Eye, Nora Paxton

Published: April 22, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 54 minutes 55 seconds

Hi folks! This week we talk about our wins, how we can feel like we\'re not moving forward on things when we are, and probably a lot more about Sergi\'s not-eye than anyone wants to know. After that, we have a chat with the always upbeat and amazing Life Coach Nora Paxton.



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Episode 195 - Spring Planting, Sigrid Ellis

Published: April 15, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 11 minutes 49 seconds

This week when we\'re talking about our personal productivity, we\'ll discuss the balance of spring planting and writing, of getting little things with big impact done, and maybe some hints about the project Ursula is working on when she should be working on other things. After that, I FINALLY get to share my conversation with Sigrid Ellis about how she stays productive!



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Episode 194 - Evil Genius Ideas, Letters

Published: April 8, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 57 seconds

This week we\'ll talk about our productivity wins and challenges for the week, what spring planting is happening, the impending arrival of new baby chickens, and a lot more. After that, we have your letters!



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Episode 193 - Go go Godzilla, Jason Osborn

Published: April 1, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 5 seconds

This week we will catch up on everyone\'s productivity, sleep schedule, and then maybe we\'ll gush about Kong vs. Godzilla (#TeamGodzilla). After that, we have a great chat with Jason Osborn about how he stays productive!



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Episode 192 - Gardening, Elle Dowd

Published: March 25, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 24 minutes 59 seconds

This week we talk about the intersection of deadlines and Spring Planting. We also discuss the current chicken status, the . After that, Kevin has a amazing conversation with Elle Dowd about how she stays productive!



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Episode 191 - Chainsaw, Gary Tyrrell

Published: March 18, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 44 minutes 5 seconds

Between the start of Daylight Savings Time here in the US, a weekend spent cutting down trees, and the weather, it has been a challenge this last week being productive, but somehow we managed. Hear all about it before we have a lovely chat with Gary "Fleenguy" Tyrrell about how he stays productive!

Note: Between the recording of this episode and the release, I have decided to no longer support Noodler\'s Inks, and will not be linking to them from this point forward.



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Episode 190 - Mules, Letters

Published: March 11, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 1 second

Spring is in the air here, and this week we have garden updates, Kevin\'s latest email disaster, how Kevin is currently a tech writer, and the opinions of a Union Army mule keeper. After that, we have some of your letters! Enjoy!



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Episode 189 - Delayed Tired, Shaenon Garrity

Published: March 4, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes 16 seconds

We did a lot of both physical and mental labor over the last few days, and that has resulted in a state of "delayed tired." We\'ll talk about what we got done, and why it is important. After that, we\'ll talk with the talented and awesome webcomic artist and author Shaenon Garrity, and find out how she stays productive!



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Episode 188 - Boring in a Good Way, Heidi Waterhouse

Published: Feb. 25, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 57 minutes 24 seconds

This week the Wombat Co-Host (Ursula Vernon) and I will talk about how life is kind of boring right now, in a good way! Spring is here, there are plants to plant, chickens to prepare for, and words to be written. It sounds SO MUCH more exciting than it is. After that, we have an amazing talk with Heidi Waterhouse about how she stays productive!

CW: Firearms, Hunting, Dissection



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Episode 187 - Book Releases, Leo Tumwattana

Published: Feb. 18, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 57 minutes 42 seconds

Hi folks! This week we talk in depth about how Ursula schedules her Trad and Self published books. After that, we have a great talk with Leo Tumwattana, co-founder of Sorted, about how he stays organized!



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Episode 186 - Schedule Changes, Letters

Published: Feb. 11, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 21 seconds

This week, we start by discussing our own progress, which includes the difficulties of publishing schedule changes. After that, we will read your letters, which we are always excited about!



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Episode 185 - New Planner, Dr. Nerdlove

Published: Feb. 4, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes 12 seconds

So the time has come for Kevin to replace his planner with one he can actually see. We\'ll talk about that, our productivity for the week, and the talk with the most awesome Harris "Dr. Nerdlove" O\'Malley about how he stays productive!



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Episode 184 - Injury, Mary Kate Gulick

Published: Jan. 28, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 52 seconds

This week we\'ll be talking about Ursula\'s personal injury, how she is dealing both with having her back going out and feeling that she is not getting enough done. After that, we\'ll have a great talk with author Mary Kate Gulick!



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Episode 183 - Inauguration, Terry Gant

Published: Jan. 21, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 33 minutes 30 seconds

If you are in the U.S. and didn\'t get anything done this week on Wednesday, then you are forgiven. Neither did we. We\'re going to talk about expectations of ourselves and our stress levels, being kind to yourself, and understanding why you might not feel the reduction in stress you think you might. After that, we have a really fun talk with Terry Gant, owner of 3rd Coast Comics in Chicago.



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Episode 182 - Everything is hard, Letters

Published: Jan. 14, 2021, 4:17 a.m.
Duration: 58 minutes 31 seconds

It has been a REALLY rough week all around, and we\'re here to absolve you of any guilty feelings you may have if you weren\'t productive this past week. No really, we weren\'t either, so it\'s OK. After that discussion, we will read and respond to your letters.



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Episode 181 - New Year, Ellen "Blade" McMicking

Published: Jan. 7, 2021, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes 42 seconds

Despite interference from kittens, we\'re here in 2021 and already have projects under way. We\'ll talk about coming out of the slow season, how we spent our down time, and what we are doing to be productive. After that, we speak with our friend Ellen "Blade" McMicking about how she stays productive!



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Episode 180 - 2020 in Review, Shauna Forrister

Published: Dec. 31, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes 14 seconds

This week we ended up doing a "year in review" for ourselves. We also talk about new planners for 2021, hitting at least one life goal, and some of the things I\'m planning for 2021 on the show. After that we talk to the most amazing Shauna Forrister about how she stays productive!



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Episode 179 - Winter Holidays, Anna Creech

Published: Dec. 24, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes 24 seconds

Hi folks! It is Winter Holiday season here in the US, and so we talk about what we\'re doing to "recharge" while we are in a slower part of the year for us. We then sit down to talk with our friend Anna Creech about how she stays productive!



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Episode 178 - Something New, Letters

Published: Dec. 17, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 3 seconds

This week Ursula and I sit down to talk about both the new things I have been doing as well as the new method she is trying with Liz. We also have a minor talk about some frustrations with instructions. After that, we will read your letters!



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Episode 177 - Boards, Debbie Gifford

Published: Dec. 10, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes 51 seconds

This week, we talk about how Kevin has started using a not-digital Kanban board to help track things going on for work, as well as his to-read list. After that, we have a lovely chat with Debbie Gifford, and how she stays productive with her "Volcano Method"!



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Episode 176 - Book Done, Jim Hall

Published: Dec. 3, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 45 seconds

Hi folks! This week we talk about how one of the books Ursula has due is now DONE, and what she did after. We also discuss a new-to-Kevin meeting technique and talk a little about tech debt. After that, we have a chat with Jim Hall about how he stays productive.



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Episode 175 - Books due, Nathanael Zurbruegg

Published: Nov. 26, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 13 minutes 19 seconds

Hi folks! This week Ursula and I will talk about how she went from nearly nothing due to having to plan her next several months of writing based on upcoming deadlines. We\'ll also talk a little about the holiday here in the US, and wrap up with an amazing conversation with Nathanael Zurbruegg and how Nathanael stays productive!



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Episode 174 - Being Sick, Sister Kate

Published: Nov. 19, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes 55 seconds

Hi folks, this week we talk about starting the holiday planning, and how we are going to do our best to stay healthy and safe. We then discuss starting to sort out next year\'s events and planner. After that, we talk to the incredible Sister Kate from the Sisters of the Valley community in California!



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Episode 173 - Productive Again, Letters

Published: Nov. 12, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 38 seconds

This week we will discuss the bursts of productivity that we\'ve both had recently. We think it may be due to recent events. After that, we will read your letters!



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Episode 172 - Doomscrolling, Larissa Banting

Published: Nov. 5, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 27 minutes 52 seconds

We are recording this on the day after the US Election. Nothing is decided yet, and likely won\'t be. We\'ll talk about some coping mechanisms to lessen the impact of what is likely a very stressful time (if you live in the US). After that, we will talk with Larissa Banting about how she stays productive - and changed her career twice!



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Episode 171 - Depression, Marguerite Kenner and Alasdair Stuart

Published: Oct. 29, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 53 minutes 50 seconds

Ursula is quite happy about the fact that she has depression. We\'ll discuss why that is, as well as our general productivity over the past week. After that, we sit down and talk to the amazing and brilliant Marguerite Kenner and Alasdair Stuart about how they stay productive!



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Episode 170 - After All Things (Open), Sara Glassman

Published: Oct. 22, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes 42 seconds

Hi folks! This week we will discuss the impact missing a day of her meds had on the Wombat Test Subject (Author and Illustrator Ursula Vernon), and talk about the things Kevin saw at the Virtual All Things Open 2020. We then have a great conversation with our friend Sara Glassman!



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Episode 169 - Trained Brain, Emma Marshall

Published: Oct. 15, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 1 second

Hi folks! This week we will talk about what happened when the Wombat Test Subject (AKA Ursula Vernon) forgot her ADD medication this morning, as well as how is has been "re-training" her brain. We then have a chat with the most excellent Emma Marshall about how Emma stays productive.



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Episode 168 - Effin' Birds, Letters

Published: Oct. 8, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 3 seconds

CW: Mentions of pet death

This week we start by reminding you that it\'s OK if the current events are causing you to be less productive. Honestly. that is really common right now, so don\'t feel bad. Also, since the season is upon us, we review the first of several new planners for 2021. Finally, we read and discuss your letters and comments!



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Episode 167 - Not Toxic, Jono Bacon

Published: Oct. 1, 2020, 12:09 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes 38 seconds

Hi folks! This week, we will talk about a realization many people are having now : that their workplace is toxic, and we will discuss our experiences with them. There is only one real solution if you find yourself in one - that is, finding a new job - and that isn\'t easy in the pandemic. After that, we speak with community builder and advisor Juno Bacon, to find out how he stays productive.



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Episode 166 - Doing Dishes, Emily Edwards

Published: Sept. 24, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 49 minutes 18 seconds

This week we talk about doing the dishes, and how it is helping Kevin relax. We also talk about Ursula\'s latest side project, comic tools, and why she isn\'t drawing (as much). After that, we will talk to Emily Edwards, host of the Fuckbois of Literature podcast, about how she stays productive!



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Episode 165 - Lego Zen, Annie Bellet

Published: Sept. 17, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 5 minutes 11 seconds

Hi folks! This week we talk about Kevin\'s lack of self-care and his new hobby. We also talk about Ursula\'s week off that isn\'t, and a brief story about something amazing that happened as part of the fires in the western U.S. After that, Kevin has a long chat with author Annie Bellet, to find out how she stays productive.

Correction: I mis-attributed Gathering of Dragons to Annie. The author of that series is Milla Vane.



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Episode 164 - Distance Learning, Selphie Trabia

Published: Sept. 10, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 8 minutes 33 seconds

CW: There are discussions of abuse, date rape, bullies, spiders, and mental health in this episode. This week, after we check in on ourselves, we will discuss the responses to the distance learning question posed by a listener. After that, we will have a chat with listener Selphie, and see how she stays productive! And yes, there are pictures of Romney the Sheep too!

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Episode 163 - Summer Special : Pandemic Planning with Dino Part 2

Published: Sept. 3, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 24 seconds

Week two of our summer special with Dino Sarma! We continue our discussion from last week, picking up after Kevin has fed the hounds. Chickens, dogs, The DC Animated Universe, cooking, games, books, and a whole lot more are discussed this week!



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Episode 162 - Summer Special : Pandemic Planning with Dino Part 1

Published: Aug. 27, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 53 minutes 37 seconds

Hi folks! I\'m taking this week and next "off" from podcast production, but that doesn\'t mean there aren\'t episodes! This week and next you get to listen to Kevin and Dino talk about planning in the pandemic! Grocery Shopping, Cooking, TV Shows to binge, and more!



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Episode 161 - Working Conditions, Letters

Published: Aug. 20, 2020, 6:48 p.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 5 seconds

This week we discuss the difficulty of being productive when there are kittens in the house. We also talk about what does and does not constitute productivity for us. Then we will read your letters!

(Also, the new badge code for the "Sick Day" badge is now "TOOKSICKDAY")

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Episode 160 - Rabies Shot, Frank Gosar Redux

Published: Aug. 13, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 20 seconds

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Episode 159 - Back-to-School Sales, Patricia Pinto

Published: Aug. 6, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 5 minutes 15 seconds

this week, we will talk about the productivity impact the new kittens have had, and then take a bit of a trip down memory lane as Kevin talks about why this is one of his favorite times of the year. After that, we will catch up with Patricia Pinto, and find out how her productivity has changed since the last time we talked.



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Episode 158 - Kittens, Jason Pitre

Published: July 30, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 36 minutes 11 seconds

CW: Discussions of weight and weight issues. Use of a term some may find offensive or triggering.

This week we have kittens! We will also discuss some of our stress challenges from the past week, as well as the we made progress on. After that, we\'ll talk to Game Designer and Publisher Jason Pitre, and find out about how he stays productive!



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Episode 157 - Busy Weekend, Claire A. Miller Redux

Published: July 23, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes 14 seconds

This week we\'ll talk about all the things we did this past weekend, including building a new coop and replacing a bed. We also talk about harvesting potatoes briefly, before taking the time to catch up with Claire A Miller!



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Episode 156 - New new meds, Letters

Published: July 16, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 39 seconds

This week we will be discussing the full impact of last week\'s hot water heater issue, and the impact changing Ursula\'s ADHD med dosage is having on her. Then we\'ll read your letters!



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Episode 155 - Water Heater, Dana Fraedrich Redux

Published: July 9, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 17 seconds

We\'ve had to deal with water issues this week, so there is a distinct lack of banter this week. But! We have an amazing catch-up interview with Dana Fraedrick, which should tide you over until we return to normal next week. We hope.



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Episode 154 - Four Days, Maggie Brickson

Published: July 2, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 5 seconds

Hi folks! This week, we talk about the productivity increase that can be had with a 4 day work week, as well as the way workplaces are changing and being viewed. After that, we\'ll chat with Maggie Brickson, and fine out how she stays productive!



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Episode 153 - Changing Terms, Andrea Phillips

Published: June 25, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes 33 seconds

After catching up on how we\'ve been productive this week, we have a discussion about how changing the terms used has an impact on how people perceive things. After that, we have a chance to talk to Andrea Phillips about how she stays productive!



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Episode 152 - Freeze Dried Potatoes, Amy Tobey

Published: June 18, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 13 minutes

This week we start by talking about how both Ursula (Wombat Co-Host Extraordinaire) and I were productive this week, followed by discussion of things we were not taught in History Class and some of the failings of US Education when it comes to US History. After that, we have a chat with Amy Tobey about how she stays productive.



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Episode 151 - Graduation, Letters

Published: June 11, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 57 minutes 58 seconds

This week we kick off year four! We\'ll discuss how we\'re doing, what we\'ve been up to, and a quick update on how Kevin has ALREADY changed a tool he uses. After that, we read and answer your letters and comments.



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Episode 150 - Year 3 Wrap up, Kevin Sonney

Published: June 4, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 57 seconds

So here we are, three years later. This week we\'ll discuss how our week has gone productivity-wise, and then dive in to the yearly interview of Kevin conducted by Ursula Vernon (the Wombat Co-Host).

Thank you all for listening for the past three years, for the letters, the interviews, and the support.



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Episode 149 - Yurt Raising, Rick Heinz

Published: May 28, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes 19 seconds

This week we present the penultimate episode of year 3! That sounds WAY more exciting than it is, but there you go. We talk about raising Shepherds yurt, why Ursula (the Wombat CO-Host) was unable to attend, and what we got done this past week. We\'ll follow that with an amazing conversation with Rick Heinz, author, game master, and project manager. Enjoy!



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Episode 148 - Five Whys, Emily Lange Redux

Published: May 21, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 56 minutes 13 seconds

This week we discuss the virtual event Kevin has been attending the last week, what has changed for Ursula\'s productivity, and the "5 Why" method. After that, we\'ll catch up with former guest Emily Lange. Finally, at the very end, we\'ll discuss the new baby chickens, and the side-effects of a broody hen.



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Episode 147 - Mercury Deposits, Letters

Published: May 14, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes 42 seconds

This week we talk about changing how we communicate when it is more typing and less talking face to face, as well as the realization that there is nothing stopping the Wombat co-Host (Ursula Vernon) from taking a stay-cation. We\'ll follow that with letters from you, and discuss staying organized after getting organized, dealing with people in the current environment, and more.



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Episode 146 - Chicken Gardens, Brooke "Bo" Bolander

Published: May 7, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 26 seconds

Warning: This week\'s topics include the sad fate of Topsy the Elephant, ADHD, Anxiety, and a whole lot of talk about chickens.

Hi folks! This week we talk about the things we are doing in our "not work" times to keep ourselves from losing it while Social Distancing/Quarantining here at home. We talk about the people who are discovering new hobbies, like ours, and the ones who are finding out that gardening or keeping chickens is not for them. We wrap up this week by talking to Brooke "Bo" Bolander, about how she stays productive!



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Episode 145 - Spreading Chores, Raygan Earl Redux

Published: April 30, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes 49 seconds

Content Warning: This week we will be discussing some end-of-life issues.

Hi folks! This week we will be talking about spreading the load around. In one case, this is quite literally what Ursula did by spreading about 120 pounds of seeds on Dogskull Patch. The other case involves managing a household, and making sure one or two people aren\'t doing significantly more than anyone else. After that, we catch up with Raygan Earl, who we haven\'t spoken to since the very first year. Hope you like it!



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Episode 144 - Rough Week, Razz

Published: April 23, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes 6 seconds

This week we discuss how we are dealing with some rough spots and the impact on our productivity. After all that, we sit down to find out how Artist, Educator, and Grad Student Razz stays productive!



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Episode 143 - Mixed week, Sarah Loch

Published: April 16, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 31 minutes 30 seconds

Hi folks! This week we both had good and not-as-good days, and that\'s OK. We\'ll talk about how we\'re keeping up with things, how we\'re coping under the circumstances, and have some news on Ursula\'s next self-published book. After all that, we\'ll be talking to Librarian Sarah Loch about how she stays productive!



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Episode 142 - Coping, Letters

Published: April 9, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes 24 seconds

CW: Suicide, death, and pandemic.

Hi folks! This week we will be tackling some hard subjects, in particular dealing with losing someone during the pandemic. It\'s not an easy discussion. We follow that by reading your letters.



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Episode 141 - Doing Less, Dr. Megan Kenway

Published: April 2, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 58 minutes 46 seconds

This week, Kevin is flying solo as Ursula has no spoons at the moment. We talk about the current situation and the need to do less, not more. after that, we catch up with Doctor Megan Kenway (ne Taylor-Rodriguez) about how she stays productive now that she\'s no longer a med student, but is now a resident in a hospital.



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Episode 140 - Challenges, Anna James Redux

Published: March 26, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 25 minutes 22 seconds

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Episode 139 - So now you work from home

Published: March 19, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 138 - New Meds, Letters

Published: March 12, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 137 - Diagnosis and Process

Published: March 5, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 136 - Heavy Topics, Heather Lowe

Published: Feb. 27, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 135 - Greiving, John "Gene" Anderson

Published: Feb. 20, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 134 - Brain Chiggers, Letters

Published: Feb. 13, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 28 seconds

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Episode 133 - Long Hours, Michelle Wexelblat Redux

Published: Feb. 6, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 132 - New Book, Jadzia Axelrod

Published: Jan. 30, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 131 - Good Copy Editors, JR Blackwell

Published: Jan. 23, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 130 - STET, Letters

Published: Jan. 16, 2020, 5 p.m.
Duration: 59 minutes 8 seconds

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Episode 129 - Sick Day Redux, Meredith

Published: Jan. 9, 2020, 2:58 p.m.
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Episode 128 - No Resolutions, Cori Large Catch-up

Published: Jan. 2, 2020, 5 p.m.
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Episode 127 - Holiday, Amy Pollien

Published: Dec. 26, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 136 - Treadmill, Jayke B

Published: Dec. 19, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 125 - Spirituality, Letters

Published: Dec. 12, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

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Episode 124 - Comparisons, V.M. Brasseur

Published: Dec. 5, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 123 - Deadline Driven, Keith Sutton

Published: Nov. 28, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 41 minutes 33 seconds

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Episode 122 - Working Trips, Jenn Mercer

Published: Nov. 21, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 121 - Foraging, Letters

Published: Nov. 14, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 56 seconds

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Episode 120 - Work Conference, Buddy Goodboy Esq.

Published: Nov. 7, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 30 seconds

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Episode 119 - In Between, Jesse "Tango" Stringer

Published: Oct. 31, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 118 - Filling Forms, Thomas Redeux

Published: Oct. 24, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 117 - Presentations, Letters

Published: Oct. 17, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 13 seconds

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Episode 116 - Exhausted, Elizabeth Crow

Published: Oct. 10, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 56 minutes 50 seconds

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Episode 115 - New book, Elizabeth Bee update

Published: Oct. 3, 2019, 1:22 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 44 minutes 4 seconds

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Episode 114 - Pitches, Michael Headley

Published: Sept. 26, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 113 - Completing Things, Jane Lindskold and Jim Moore

Published: Sept. 19, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 112 - Back in a Rut, Letters

Published: Sept. 12, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 40 seconds

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Episode 111 - No Ideas, Sarah Hartman

Published: Sept. 5, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 42 seconds

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Episode 110 - Jet Lag, Patricia Pinto

Published: Aug. 29, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 48 minutes 19 seconds

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Episode 109 - Being Home, Cooking with Dino Part 3

Published: Aug. 8, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 53 minutes 1 second

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Episode 108 - Sleep Schedule, Cooking with Dino Part 2

Published: Aug. 1, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 36 minutes 41 seconds

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Episode 107 - Post-SDCC, Cooking with Dino Part 1

Published: July 25, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 5 minutes 33 seconds

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Episode 106 - SDCC prep, Chris Kolakowski

Published: July 18, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 1 minute 14 seconds

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Episode 105 - Logistics, Letters

Published: July 11, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 59 seconds

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Episode 104 - AnthroCon, Dana Fraedrich

Published: July 4, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 31 minutes 2 seconds

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Episode 103 - New Tools, Star Picucci

Published: June 27, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 46 seconds

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Episode 102 - Learning, Michael Gray

Published: June 20, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 59 minutes 19 seconds

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Episode 101 - Tactical Error, Letters

Published: June 13, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 28 seconds

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Episode 100 - Two Years Later, Kevin Sonney

Published: June 6, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 47 seconds

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Episode 99 - Day One, Wade Foster

Published: May 30, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes 34 seconds

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Episode 98 - Getting Ready, Alicia (Day) Baker Update

Published: May 23, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 7 minutes 31 seconds

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Episode 97 - New Job, Jenett Silver

Published: May 16, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes 30 seconds

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Episode 96 - Back from China, Letters

Published: May 9, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 49 minutes 39 seconds

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Episode 95 - Emily Koehler-Platten

Published: May 2, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 57 seconds

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Episode 94 - Anna James

Published: April 25, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 2 minutes 41 seconds

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Episode 93 -Augusta Scarlet

Published: April 18, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 54 seconds

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Episode 92 - V. Medina

Published: April 11, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 19 seconds

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Episode 91 - Frazzled, Laura Rivella

Published: April 4, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 33 minutes 36 seconds

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Episode 90 - Rooster Trade, Rachel Anson

Published: March 28, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 53 seconds

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Episode 89 - New Glasses, Letters

Published: March 21, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 11 seconds

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Episode 88 - Homework, Sharon J. Gochenour

Published: March 14, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 47 minutes 28 seconds

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Episode 87 - Getting an interview with Dino Sarma

Published: March 7, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes 33 seconds

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Episode 86 - Getting Shots, Laura Garabedian

Published: Feb. 28, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes 45 seconds

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Episode 85 - Event Planning, Anne "Tyrrlin" Williams

Published: Feb. 21, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes 31 seconds

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Episode 84 - Roses, Letters

Published: Feb. 14, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 55 minutes 14 seconds

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Episode 83 - Remote Work, Meera Stapleton

Published: Feb. 7, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 4 minutes 35 seconds

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Episode 82 - Finishing, Seraphim Dibble

Published: Jan. 31, 2019, 5 p.m.
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Episode 81 - Fonts and Scrum, Sandra Tayler

Published: Jan. 24, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes 17 seconds

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Episode 80 - In the Groove, Howard Tayler

Published: Jan. 17, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes 41 seconds

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Episode 79 - Still Stressed, Letters

Published: Jan. 10, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes 19 seconds

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Episode 78 - Anxiety, Nate and Anne Austin

Published: Jan. 3, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 27 minutes 19 seconds

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Episode 77 - New Year, Sebastian Marshall

Published: Dec. 27, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 48 seconds

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Episode 76 - Beautiful Rut, Debra Baker

Published: Dec. 20, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes 53 seconds

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Episode 75 - Not Productive, Letters

Published: Dec. 13, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 52 minutes 47 seconds

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Episode 74 - No Wombat, Dino Sarma (Part 2)

Published: Dec. 6, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes 23 seconds

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Episode 73 - Gift Bags, Dino Sarma (part 1)

Published: Nov. 29, 2018, 4:18 p.m.
Duration: 2 hours 14 minutes 36 seconds

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Episode 72 - Turkey Job Hunt, Christy "Lilisonna" Howard

Published: Nov. 22, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 42 minutes 36 seconds

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Episode 71 - Productivity Alchemy LIVE with D. and Megan Rodriguez

Published: Nov. 15, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 16 seconds

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Episode 70 - Chris Scheiner

Published: Nov. 8, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes 54 seconds

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Episode 69 - Dogskulls and Servers, Frank Gosar

Published: Nov. 1, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes 31 seconds

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Episode 68 - Manager vs. Maker, Damien Ryan

Published: Oct. 25, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 44 minutes 42 seconds

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Episode 67 - No Wombat, Emily Guyton-Lange

Published: Oct. 18, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 44 seconds

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Episode 66 - Unfortunate Advertisements, Letters

Published: Oct. 11, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 65 - New Boots, Clair A. Miller

Published: Oct. 4, 2018, 6:24 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 56 seconds

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Episode 64 - Unemployed, Malka Older

Published: Sept. 27, 2018, 5 p.m.
Duration: 52 minutes 31 seconds

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Episode 63 - Distractions, Dylan Wilbanks Returns

Published: Sept. 20, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 62 - Disaster Prep, Letters

Published: Sept. 13, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 61 - Labor Day, Bill and Laura Pearson

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Episode 60 - Catching up, Jim C. Hines

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Episode 59 - New Test Subject, Lynne M. & Michael Damian Thomas

Published: Aug. 9, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 58 - Joining the Cult, Letters

Published: Aug. 2, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 57 - Disconnecting (Again), Cori Large

Published: July 26, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 56 - Games, Susan Anderson

Published: July 19, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 55 - Recovery, Letters

Published: July 12, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 54 - Packing, Jennifer Askey

Published: July 5, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 53 - Convention Prep, Diana Harlan Stein

Published: June 28, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 52 - Stickers, Pinch-Hitter, K. B. Spangler

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Episode 51 - Dream Project, Letters

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Episode 50 - One Year Later, Kevin Sonney

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Episode 49 - Owning Up, Finding Toads, Seanan McGuire

Published: May 31, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 48 - Processing Email, Will Frank

Published: May 24, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 47 - Sick Days, Thomas Brandt

Published: May 17, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 46 - May Letters

Published: May 10, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 45 - Trello, Elizabeth Bee

Published: May 3, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 44 - Recharge, Alicia Day

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Episode 43 - Kanban, Alan Wexelblat

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Episode 42 - Letters, Bags, Travel

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Episode 41 - Spring, Gardening, Nathaniel Vanderklok

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Episode 40 - Collaboration, Michelle Wexelblat

Published: March 29, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 39 - Planner Reviews, Mary Thengvall

Published: March 22, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 38 - Overwork, Sarah Wendell

Published: March 15, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 37 - Moving, Letters

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Episode 36 - Cleaning, Chuck Wendig

Published: March 1, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 35 - Gardening, Archaeology, and Cassandra Khaw

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Episode 34 - Cleaning up, Kevin Hearne

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Episode 33 - Refills, Endings, and Letters

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Published: Jan. 25, 2018, 7 p.m.
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Episode 30 - Grooming, Lydean Kenzall

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Episode 28 - Packing, K. C. Alexander

Published: Jan. 4, 2018, 5 p.m.
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Episode 27 - New Year Goals, Bertha Tang

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Episode 26 - Big Tasks, Matt Wallace

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Episode 25 - Certified, Letters

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Episode 24 - Scrum, Jacob Dawson

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Episode 22 - Focus, Deb Kosiba

Published: Nov. 23, 2017, 5 p.m.
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Episode 17 - Know Yourself, Mur Lafferty

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Episode 15 - Disconnecting, Dylan Wilbanks

Published: Oct. 6, 2017, 3:09 p.m.
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Episode 11 - Accomplishments, Bullet Journals, Raygan Earl

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Episode 9 - Mission Fail, OneNote, Margaret Trauth

Published: Aug. 3, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes 46 seconds Links for this week: '

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Episode 8 - Mission Statement, Letters

Published: July 27, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes 20 seconds Links for this Episode: '

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Episode 7 - ETP, Training, Libby Christensen

Published: July 20, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 37 seconds Links for this week : '

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Episode 6 - SMART Goals, Carlota

Published: July 13, 2017, 6 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes 49 seconds Show Notes: Download this Episode '

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Episode 5 - Goals, Letters

Published: July 6, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 53 minutes 39 seconds Links for this Episode Download this Episode '

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Episode 4 - The Planner Trap, LizardBeth

Published: June 29, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 28 seconds Links for this Episode: Download this Episode '

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Episode 3 - Planner Quest, Natalie Rachel

Published: June 22, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 57 seconds Links for this Episode: '

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Episode 2 - Calenders, Ursula Vernon Interview

Published: June 15, 2017, 5 p.m.
Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes \\xa0Links for this episode: Download this Episode '

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Episode 1 - Introductions

Published: June 8, 2017, 6:31 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 18 seconds Addendum: The Badge code for this show is "PAE1BDG" Download this Episode '

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