Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You

Smart watches and health trackers give us mountains of data, but are we becoming too dependent on them? This episode explores why you should use heart rate monitors and health tracking features sparingly. Remember: technology informs, but doctors diagnose. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://r...

Tired of hunting for your keys every morning? This episode reveals why putting things in the same spot every time saves you from daily scavenger hunts. Arielle shares her simple system for never losing keys, phones, or anything else that wanders around your space. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: h...

When was the last time you actually cleaned your closet—not just organized it, but truly cleaned it? This episode covers why emptying your closet once a year for a proper vacuum and dust session matters more than you think. Plus, it's the perfect moment to reassess what you actually wear and what's just taking up space. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us eve...

Ever notice a funky smell coming from your washing machine? Guest tipper Dillin Apelyan shares a simple post-laundry habit that prevents mold and keeps your clothes smelling clean. This small change makes a massive difference in your laundry routine. Dillin (Mirror Pronouns) is a tabletop games creator. She is an Actual Play performer and spearheads multiple award-winning podcasts including One Sh...

Leftover pizza is already great, but what if it could be even better? Debbie shares a simple microwave method that keeps your reheated slice crispy instead of soggy. All you need is a glass of water and you're on your way to pizza perfection. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...

Episode 500! To celebrate, we're reminding you to check your spam folder. You'd be surprised what ends up there. Take a few minutes today to scan through it, rescue any important messages, and clear out the junk. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Ou...

This week, Ned sits down with November guest tipper Dillin Apelyan to talk about winding paths, messy twenties, and rediscovering passion through tabletop gaming. Dillin shares how volunteering at a small convention reignited their love for performance and community, leading to a career in patient advocacy and a life in the Actual Play space. From navigating homelessness and chronic illness to fin...

Ever lose leftovers and ingredients to the back of your fridge? This episode is about putting a lazy Susan in your refrigerator to keep track of everything you've stored. Spin to find what you need, reduce food waste, and stop buying duplicates of what you already have. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising In...

Your car doesn't have to become a mobile dumpster. Every time you fill up gas, toss out the accumulated trash—receipts, wrappers, coffee cups—into the conveniently placed garbage cans. It's a simple calendar marker that keeps clutter from building up. Works like magic for maintaining a clean vehicle without dedicated cleaning days. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala....

When you're fighting a virus, sleep isn't just recovery—it's your primary weapon. Guest tipper Dillin Apelyan (@superdillin) explains why maximizing rest prevents both immediate illness and long-term post-viral syndromes like long COVID. Whether it's the flu, a cold, or COVID-19, aggressive sleep speeds healing and protects your future health. Dillin (Mirror Pronouns) is a tabletop...

Platforms come and go, but your community doesn't have to. This episode explores why collecting contact info through forms and newsletters protects your audience relationships. Arielle and Ned discuss WordPress plugins like Gravity Forms that make building your owned audience effortless. Today's episode is sponsored by the Crew Collective Podcast from RocketGenius—exploring the wild, weird...

Stop wasting time matching socks. Buy multiples of the same pair and eliminate the problem entirely. When you find socks you love, commit to them. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ever feel like your healthy smoothie needs a little something extra? Arielle discovered that adding a single Oreo transforms her daily smoothie into something that tastes like a cookies and cream milkshake—without derailing your nutrition goals. It's a small indulgence that makes healthy habits way more enjoyable. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at...

Winter shoveling just got easier. Apply car wax to your shovel blade and watch snow slide right off instead of sticking. It protects your shovel and makes clearing driveways faster with less effort. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.c...

Guest tipper Amanda B shares a refreshingly simple way to navigate conversations when you don't share someone's enthusiasm. Instead of dismissing what brings someone joy, try saying "I love that that makes you happy." It keeps the dialogue flowing without dampening anyone's excitement. Amanda B. (she/her) is the writer, host and producer of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1...

We're talking about why hosting your content on open source platforms like WordPress matters more than you think. When you control where your content lives, you control the traffic, the data, and ultimately the relationship with your audience. Big platforms are convenient, but open source gives you ownership. Today's episode is sponsored by the Crew Collective Podcast from RocketGenius—exp...

Ever accidentally close a browser tab you needed? Command + Shift + T (or Control + Shift + T on Windows) reopens your most recently closed tabs in Chrome, Firefox, and most modern browsers. No digging through history required—just one quick keystroke brings everything back. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising I...

Feeling grumpy? Your feet might be the problem. Ned shares a kindergarten lesson that's stuck with him for decades: changing your socks can genuinely improve your mood. It's a small physical reset that makes everything feel a little better. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle...

Change your sheets before leaving town—you'll thank yourself when you return. It transforms the chaos of coming home into something genuinely comforting. A small effort before departure becomes a luxurious welcome back. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

When you're stuck in a funk, think back to someone who showed up for you—a helpful Uber driver, a patient cashier, a colleague who went the extra mile. Write them a review, send a note, or leave a positive comment. It costs nothing, takes seconds, and transforms two people's days at once. Amanda B. (she/her) is the writer, host and producer of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 cat-them...

Stop giving your traffic away to Linktree and other platforms. When you use link-in-bio services or sell on marketplaces like Etsy, you're sending your followers' clicks to someone else's site. Buy your own domain, build your own simple site, and own your traffic—it helps your SEO, your discoverability, and your independence from corporate platforms. Today's episode is sponsored by...

Want to break free from mindless scrolling? This anti-tip might be the chaotic solution you didn't know you needed. Arielle suggests having someone randomize your app layout to disrupt autopilot phone usage, while Ned questions her sanity and offers a less stressful alternative. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com. Adver...

Leave your laundry room light on when you start a load—it's a visual reminder to move clothes to the dryer. This simple adjustment prevents mildew, saves time, and eliminates the frustration of rewashing forgotten loads. A game-changer for anyone who's ever left wet clothes sitting overnight. Thanks to Threads user @chronicallyhumored for this thread! Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by M...

When you get a new computer, the easiest path is restoring from backup. But that also means carrying forward decades of corrupted files, broken settings, and apps you forgot existed. Ned spent a day setting up his new laptop from scratch—and discovered his contacts app finally works without crashing. Sometimes starting fresh beats convenience. Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bag...

Amanda B. shares how 100 squats scattered throughout your day can transform sedentary work life into active movement. She breaks down the 10x10 approach that fits between meetings and releases hip tension that builds from sitting. Whether you're facing back-to-back calls or need a reset button, this bodyweight movement creates natural breaks that restore your entire system. Amanda B. (she/her)...