Productivity Alchemy

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! Links for this Episode Charity Spotlight: Adopt a Native Elder A Southern Season Aurora LightPad Mini - Ursula's Sunlamp Yammer Our new Mattress - Helix Plus...

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"! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Rob Hogan Owl's Well VLogs Ugly Retro Girls Play Ugly Retro Games Little House on the Prairie Min...

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. Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Navaho Water Project Jim Hall's Web site Jim Hall on Opensource.com GIMP Inkscape LibreOffice...

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! Links for this Episode: Spotlight Charity: Native Seeds/Search Nathanae...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Find your local Food Bank Sisters of the Valley Ursula'...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight - Georgia Senate Runoff Support In a World Gone Mad, Paper Planners Offer Order and Delight Monster of the Week by Shaenon Garrity LizardbethArt on Twitch Election Night 7Days2Die with Liz, Ursul...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight : Meals on Wheels Lari...

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! Links for this Episode: Charity of the Week : RIP Medical Debt Alasdair Stuart's website Alasdair Stuart on Twitter Marguer...

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! Links for this Episode: Sara Glassman on twitter Sara on Etsy Sara on Patreon Drew Williams twitter The Universe After...

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. Links for this Episode: Emma on Twitter Emma's Website System76 Pop!_OS Giphy Zendesk

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! Links for this episode NaNoWriMo Effin' Birds Store Swear...

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. Links...

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! Links for this Episode: Ms Emily Edwards on Twitter Fuckbois of Literature Podcast Fuckbois of Literature...

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. C orrection : I mis-attributed Gathering of Dragons to Annie. The author of t...

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! Links for this Episode: Selph...

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! Links for this Episode DC Animated Universe Great British Bake-off Big Flower Fight Making the Cut Wingspan Wyrd Sisters Podcast Pandemic Board Game Tablet...

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! Links for this Episode Alternative Vegan Blog The Productivity Alchemy Wiki (at Fandom) Chefman Digital Air Frier (Dino and Kevin Approv...

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") Cori Large on Youtube The Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation Sacred Ordinary Days Planner Sew Much Crafting Planner Inserts Ye...

This week, we talk about the mess that was our past week, and how it did (or did not) impact our productivity. We also talk about how medicines can impact your productivity. After that, we catch up with prior guest Frank Gosar! Links for this Episode Frank Gosar's Website Frank Gosar's Blog Frank's Videos Frank's Quilts Clayfest Online Clayfolk Simone Geirtz's Awful Robot Videos Tailchaser's Song...

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. Links for this Episode Patricia Pinto Website Chap Fan South East Asian Fa...

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! Links for this Episode Jason Pitre on Twitter Genesis of...

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! Links for this Episode Episode 65 with Claire A. Miller Claire A. Miller on Instagram Virtual Reader's Theater YouTube Social Distancing Virtual Readers Theater on Facebook Vin...

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! Links for this Episode: Fat Innkeeper Worms Fat Innkeeper Worm Burrow Video If World War I was a bar fight Red Wombat Chickens Wombathaus Polar Watch Moment Phone Cases

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. Links for this Episode: Dana Fraedrich's web site Dana Fraedrich on Patreon Dana Fraedrich on Ko-fi Dana Fraedrich on Twitter Dana Fraedrich on Instagram Forest App El...

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! FranklinCovey Big Rocks Sharpening the Saw Eisenhower Matrix Aptitudes Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation StrengthsFinder 2.0 The Art and Science of Gra...