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Send us Fan Mail Gus has won his third "Dog of The Day" title. Stop what you're doing and listen in. Another big week, packed with: Shame-watching Mormon Wives on Disney Meeting Irish men at the gym An expanding reliance on Claude to hype me up for social situations.. Get in touch. Rate the podcast. Every little helps! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Otto Talks | Episode 31 This week: This Week's Reading: Two articles: one on small actions and the slow accumulation of luck; another on how AI is quietly reshaping the working world, one unremarkable Tuesday at a time Realisation of the Week: On still playing football in your mid-thirties, the indignity of patellar tendinitis, and whether the golf era is finally upon us What...

Send a text Apologies in advance as the vacuum cleaner makes repeated appearances in this episode. If you would rather read these musings, head over here . Anyway, a great week spent: In Auckland, Learning about "AI Companionship", and thoroughly embarrassing myself at a community gathering... Hope you enjoy! Support the show

Send a text Lovely hot sunshine and heavy rain combo this week. It's at this point every year I remember that Australia is not my natural habitat. Some fun and games this week: More AI-spiralling, Fishing (successfully!), and Watching too much Netflix as always.. Support the show

Send a text Dad and Christine have left the building and successfully returned to the rainy motherland.  Action packed week in which I have spoken to: Spoken to random local people, Been invited for Yum Cha, and Finished the first season of The Pitt (comfortably my favourite show since Slow Horses Season 1...) Support the show

Send a text Some more time spent in Melbourne has led to thoughts on: Creating luck Talking to strangers Spending too much time on my phone with no purpose Support the show

Send a text Two weeks to cover as I have slacked off..(thanks for the nudge Doug) but what a two weeks it has been! Dad and Christine were in town and so fancy restaurants were on the agenda Manon and I went to Melbourne for the Australian Open and successfully avoided Djokovic Gus has a girlfriend.. Support the show

Send a text We're taking on water in Sydney this week but despite the substantial downpours, there is a ray of sunshine in a visit from the Thoresen-Montgomery clan! Other than that it has been a week of: humbling yoga experiences football with optimists, and questioning why "Heated Rivalry" is even a thing... Support the show

Send a text Week 2 of the year in the books (almost) and a few highlights to ramble about: A day at the fifth ashes test Gus's annual performance review My favourite breakfast place recognises my valuable contributions, and My slow descent into listening to lifestyle gurus... I will switch back to the old microphone next week as this TikTok-style one is pretty rubbish. Nothing to do with me o...

Send a text First one of 2026! Recap of: The festive break (half-price staycation, a Christmas cold and 9pm fireworks on New Year's Eve) Centennial Park (an Alastair Cook sighting and committing to 80/20 days) Stranger Things S5 (some times maybe good, some times maybe s***) My increasing usage of ChatGPT ("athleisure" wear for sensitive skin, anyone?) Intentions for 2026 Support th...

Send a text We sang a song and they gifted us citizenship. It really is that easy. We have a new country to add to the list of those we call home ("officially") which is a bit of a big deal I suppose. Otherwise, it was great to see my old mate, Mitch and his growing family, spend some time in Port Stephens and listen to Taylor Swift's new album with a flock of Pelicans. Support the...

Send a text Wait what?! how is there another episode already? Usually it takes 6 months.. I know, I know. This counts as prolific but is an exceptionally ramble-laden episode so don't get too excited. It's been a big few weeks: Harbord FC are world champions (of the Northern Beaches, AL Division 5) I started a new job (listen carefully for the collective sigh of relief from my family), a...

Send a text An over-due (shock) update on our quick trip to Europe. In just over two weeks we: Visited Bulgaria for the first time Returned to the homeland and saw a wild sausage Attempted to fly from Oslo to Bangkok Now we have settled back into life in rain-drenched Sydney. Joy. Support the show

Send a text Scrappy interviews and too much time spent doomscrolling LinkedIn.. On the bright side, Manon and I have made it 12 months in the arena of marriage and there are a few things I have learnt in the process. Support the show

Send a text As the days shorten and we hurtle towards winter in Australia, the job hunt continues, momentum is elusive but Harbord FC are flying in the AL5 Sunday (Saturday) League season! Stick this on as some background listening.  Get in touch. Have a great day ☀️ Support the show

Send a text Aussie summer is ending. The clocks have changed and so the early evening darkness is rolling in. Meanwhile I am interviewing like a madman, trying to keep my car alive and having my mouth renovated by my forgetful dentist. It's all fun and games over here... Support the show

Send a text This week's ramblings include: a high stakes test to determine my citizenship a 4 hour jaunt in-land to watch country music surviving the hottest day of the year in a flat without AC Given I have stumbled my way to 16 episodes in the best part of 4 years, I have decided to label this as Season 2. Very little rhyme or reason, just figured season 1 couldn't last forever. Enjoy...

Send a text Action-packed start to the year has included: Family and friend visits Attempted cultural experiences in Melbourne Australian Open (Novak...again) Luke Combs  Taronga Zoo and a Triathlon My "Unemployment Manifesto" If you listen to the show and enjoy my ramblings please reach out 🤩 Support the show

Send a text Twas the week before Christmas and, whilst no mice were stirring, there was an interesting piece of information that I found nestled underneath my tree. This episode sees me greedily unwrapping this piece of information, processing it and trying to understand what it means moving forward. If any of what I discuss is relatable please get in touch 🫶🏻 Support the show

Send a text It's the time of year when I start to look back on the past 12 months to understand what I have enjoyed, despised and learned. As part of this I have noticed that I have been picking up new hobbies left and right and, whilst I usually drop them just as quickly, I was curious to dig into why I may be starting to try these things. Quasi-life crisis? perhaps. Support the show

Send a text *update - apologies for the crappy audio - new microphone required 🥲 June, August, September, October, November 2024 all included. Quite a bit to cover so bear with me 🙏 Enjoy the longest Otto Talks in history! Support the show

Send a text Woke up early to catch the United v Coventry FA Cup Semi Final so decided to share my thoughts. Briefly discuss Chelsea vs City (please leave Jackson in the Wembley changing room), wins for Liverpool and Arsenal after tough spells. Then we take a wee jaunt to Spain to as Real took on Barcelona in the world's most iconic football match. A final stop off in Germany to doth our caps...

Send a text Part 1:  My creative efforts are ramping up. Substack (Otto Talks) Interview Guides (https://ottot.gumroad.com/l/interview-guide) Part 2: The Taylor Swift Experience. Manon dragged our friends and I to a rural Australian town for a night of country music merriment. I love the zoo. We climbed Sydney Harbour Bridge. I now play tennis Part 3: Fallout (Amazon Prime) Part 4: What's tha...

Send a text As the wedding inches closer and closer I had to take drastic action to find appropriate  clothing. Cue me arranging a personal styling session at a Sydney department store. This is my story... In other news, a little nod to introverted development practices, I was praised about the quality of a spreadsheet I made (what is my life..) and Travis Kelce's girlfriend is approaching Sy...

Send a text January recap and and update on Wed Shred progress. Have time with a personal shopper next week to help me find appropriate clothing for June. Needless to say I am very excited about that.... Down 1.7kg since the start of the year so moving in the right direction. If I can get sub 80 that will be a huge result (would be the first time in ~12 years!) Also, viva Rasmus Højlund. What a ma...