Productivity Alchemy

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Feed...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Afghan Women's Organization Molly Brottomesso on LinkedIn Molly on Twitter Molly on Instagram Jim Collins's Bug Book Bruce Feiler...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: TLDEF - Transgender Legal Defense and Educat...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Large Meal Planning Notes Potato & Cauliflower Soup The Post-Punk Kitchen - Isa Chandra Moscow...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Downtown Women's Center for Los Angeles Mysterious Witt Mysterious Witt on Twitter Mysterious Witt on Instagram Club...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Feeding America Charity Spotlight: Book Riot List of Literary Charities John Scalzi's Blog John Scalzi's Twitter The Kaiju Preservation Society Pre-Order ReMarkab...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: American Cancer Society The 12 Week Year Paladin's Strength on Amazon All Things Open Microsoft Todo Microsoft Power Platform Power Autom...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Bread for the City Charity Sp...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: American Lung Association Richard Schnitzel Richard on LinkedIn Zapier ClickUp Paladin's Hope Ama...

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. Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Planned Parenthood Heather Lowe Art Episode 136 - Heather Lowe's Original Interview Ploughman's Wort...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Send Chinatown Love Wund...

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! Links for this Episode Charity Spotligh...

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!! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Louisiana Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Cash Donations Charity Spotlight: Louisiana Mutual Aid...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Philly Paws Anju Kanumalla on Twit...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Armed Services YMCA Charity Spotlight:...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Girl Guides of Jamaica Althea Walters on LInke...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Coalition for Rainforest Nations Alastair's Method Cori Large's Blog Tin Soldier Origaudio The Penryn Pack

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: IOCC Don Khouri's web site When To Say Yes pre-order David Allen's Getting Things Done Trello...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Special Olympics Email Alexis Priority Star Method...

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 Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Franklin County VA Humane Society Char...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Koorie Heritage Trust Research Insiders Blog Research Insider Twitter Pomodoro Techni...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Ditch Diggers with Mur Lafferty Hades Game Junji Ito Guillermo De...

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. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Kiva Micro-Loans Gerald Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute Culture is the Bass Workplace Jazz Qigong Peloton Brain Gym Gerald's TedX Talk The Brain That Changes Itsel...

This week we continue our chat with Dino, including more meal prep discussion, why one chick is named Lucky, Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Trans Lifeline Dino's YouTube Email Dino Episode 204 - Dino Strikes Back Part 1 Kevin's Logitech Keyboard (ERGO K860) Chinese Cooking Demystified on YouTube Aaron and Claire on YouTube De mi Rancho a Tu Cocina YouTube Binging with Babish YouTube Ch...

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. Links for this Episode: Dino's First Appearance Pt 1 Dino's First Appearance Pt 2 Job Hunting with Dino Cooking with Dino Part 1 Cooking with Dino Part 2 Cooking with Dino Part 3 Pandemic Plannin...