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  • Episode 293 – Back to On-Call, Dana Mahina

    Posted on April 6, 2023 8:11 pm by ksonney Comment

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    This week we both have had a normal week, although not without a few hiccups. We’ll talk about that, Ursula’s upcoming virtual con appearance, and Kevin’s sudden anxiety about being on-call. After that, we have an amazing talk with Dana Mahina and find out how she stays productive!

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  • Episode 226 – Actual Vacation, Sean Nittner

    Posted on November 18, 2021 5:00 pm by ksonney Comment

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    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 208 – Lucky Little Man, Dr. Katherine Firth

    Posted on July 15, 2021 5:00 pm by ksonney 4 Comments

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    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 188 – Boring in a Good Way, Heidi Waterhouse

    Posted on February 25, 2021 5:00 pm by ksonney Comment

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    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

    Posted on February 18, 2021 5:00 pm by ksonney 1 Comment

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    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 172 – Doomscrolling, Larissa Banting

    Posted on November 5, 2020 5:00 pm by ksonney 2 Comments

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    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 157 – Busy Weekend, Claire A. Miller Redux

    Posted on July 23, 2020 5:00 pm by ksonney 7 Comments

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    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 118 – Filling Forms, Thomas Redeux

    Posted on October 24, 2019 5:00 pm by ksonney 2 Comments

    This week, we will talk about how many forms we need to fill out, when those forms are due, and our history with the financial aid form in particular. We will then follow up with Thomas Brandt and see what has changed since we last talked to him.

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  • Episode 114 – Pitches, Michael Headley

    Posted on September 26, 2019 5:00 pm by ksonney 2 Comments

    This week, we will discuss the difficulty of working on a new team with the Wombat Co-Host, some review of the stages of team development, and what it’s like to be adjusting your sleep schedule. We wrap it all up with an interview with Data Analyst, Author, and YouTuber Michael Headley!

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  • Episode 103 – New Tools, Star Picucci

    Posted on June 27, 2019 5:00 pm by ksonney 1 Comment

    This week, the Wombat co-host and I will discuss the new tools and techniques I am using to rebuild my good work habits. We also discuss the upcoming con, and then we sit down with long-time listener Star Picucci and find out how she stays productive.

    Links for this Episode :

    • Star Picucci on Instagram
    • Lovecraft Cocktails on Instagram
    • Happy Planner
    • Moleskine Voyageur
    • Remember The Milk
    • Todoist
    • PomoDone
    • Things
    • Henge Dock
    • Evernote
    • Midnight Inbox
    • “Latin Liver” from This American Life Ep 452 : Poultry Slam 2011 


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