Productivity Alchemy

After catching up on how we've been productive this week, we have a discussion about how changing the terms used has an impact on how people perceive things. After that, we have a chance to talk to Andrea Phillips about how she stays productive! Andrea Phillips on Twitter America, Inc Pre-order Andrea Phillip's website Terminology, Power, and Oppressive Language Draft RFC Bookburners Zombies, Run...

This week we start by talking about how both Ursula (Wombat Co-Host Extraordinaire) and I were productive this week, followed by discussion of things we were not taught in History Class and some of the failings of US Education when it comes to US History. After that, we have a chat with Amy Tobey about how she stays productive. Links for this Episode: Miss Amy Tobey on Twitter The Future of DevOps...

This week we kick off year four! We'll discuss how we're doing, what we've been up to, and a quick update on how Kevin has ALREADY changed a tool he uses. After that, we read and answer your letters and comments. Links for this Episode Gowns4Good Bob's Burger's "Topsy" Pandemic! Productivity! Life! Hacks! (from a deeply unproductive & freaked out person) Native Seeds/SEARCH We Could All Use a Litt...

So here we are, three years later. This week we'll discuss how our week has gone productivity-wise, and then dive in to the yearly interview of Kevin conducted by Ursula Vernon (the Wombat Co-Host). Thank you all for listening for the past three years, for the letters, the interviews, and the support. Links for this Episode: Kevin Sonney on Twitter Chicken-Cam Twitch Kevin Sonney on OpenSource. Co...

This week we present the penultimate episode of year 3! That sounds WAY more exciting than it is, but there you go. We talk about raising Shepherds yurt, why Ursula (the Wombat CO-Host) was unable to attend, and what we got done this past week. We'll follow that with an amazing conversation with Rick Heinz, author, game master, and project manager. Enjoy! Links for this Episode: Kevin's Chicken-Ca...

This week we discuss the virtual event Kevin has been attending the last week, what has changed for Ursula's productivity, and the "5 Why" method. After that, we'll catch up with former guest Emily Lange. Finally, at the very end, we'll discuss the new baby chickens, and the side-effects of a broody hen. Links for This Episode: Emily Lange on Instagram Cats (2019) Knives Out (2019) Logan Lucky (20...

This week we talk about changing how we communicate when it is more typing and less talking face to face, as well as the realization that there is nothing stopping the Wombat co-Host (Ursula Vernon) from taking a stay-cation. We'll follow that with letters from you, and discuss staying organized after getting organized, dealing with people in the current environment, and more. Links for this Episo...

Warning: This week's topics include the sad fate of Topsy the Elephant, ADHD, Anxiety, and a whole lot of talk about chickens. Hi folks! This week we talk about the things we are doing in our "not work" times to keep ourselves from losing it while Social Distancing/Quarantining here at home. We talk about the people who are discovering new hobbies, like ours, and the ones who are finding out that...

Content Warning: This week we will be discussing some end-of-life issues. Hi folks! This week we will be talking about spreading the load around. In one case, this is quite literally what Ursula did by spreading about 120 pounds of seeds on Dogskull Patch. The other case involves managing a household, and making sure one or two people aren't doing significantly more than anyone else. After that, w...

This week we discuss how we are dealing with some rough spots and the impact on our productivity. After all that, we sit down to find out how Artist, Educator, and Grad Student Razz stays productive! Links for this Episode Razz on DeviantArt Razz on FurAffinity Habitica Braille Note-taker Slate & Stylus Memory Palace Building a Second Brain Mind Mapping The Magnus Archives Voice Dream Reader

Hi folks! This week we both had good and not-as-good days, and that's OK. We'll talk about how we're keeping up with things, how we're coping under the circumstances, and have some news on Ursula's next self-published book. After all that, we'll be talking to Librarian Sarah Loch about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Sarah Loch on Twitter Ariel Bishop Author Twitter Ariel Bishop...

CW: Suicide, death, and pandemic. Hi folks! This week we will be tackling some hard subjects, in particular dealing with losing someone during the pandemic. It's not an easy discussion. We follow that by reading your letters. Links for this Episode: Michelle Wexelblat's Psychology Today Page Michelle Wexelblat's email Ologies Podcast Jibun Techo at JetPens Kevin's Keyboard - Logitech ERGO K860 Kev...

This week, Kevin is flying solo as Ursula has no spoons at the moment. We talk about the current situation and the need to do less, not more. after that, we catch up with Doctor Megan Kenway (ne Taylor-Rodriguez) about how she stays productive now that she's no longer a med student, but is now a resident in a hospital. Productivity Alchemy Live with Megan and D. Taylor-Rodreguez Trello Moleskine N...

This week, we will discuss some of the challenges we are having as our enforced work-from-home continues. We also discuss an amazing article on Creativity from The Oatmeal, then finish by catching up with Anna James, who we first talked to in Episode 94. Note : My USB connection to the sound board was failing and so the quality of the first part of the interview is not great. Links for this episod...

This week we are going to focus on the most relevant topic for a lot of people right now: working from home/remote for the first time, and dealing with it. We'll talk about setup, some tips and tricks we've learned over the last few years, and also staying sane when the news isn't. Links for this Episode: Logitech Ergo K860 Logitech MX Ergo REMOTE: Office Not Required The Essential Ergonomic Gear...

This week we will start to talk about the impact Ursula's new medicine for ADHD is having on her, how it feels in her head and the initial impact on her work and productivity. We will then follow up with letters sent in by listeners! Links for this Episode: Vyvance Steam Dragon Pearl by Yoon Ha Lee ADHD MRI Scans Writing Excuses Writer Beware Ditch Diggers Cat Rambo Captain Awkward The Absolute Wr...

We're taking a departure this week and will talk to Ursula about her writing process. This is enhanced by her joy with having a diagnosis for ADHD, and we'll spend the first half this week talking about how that came about. We hope you enjoy it! Links for this Episode : Ursula Vernon's Ko-Fi Jackalope Wives The Tomato Thief Digger Comic Page 1 Summer in Orcus Minor Mage Swordheart Paladin's Grace

Content Warning: End of Live Care, Aging, Medical Issues, Mortality, and Trauma This week, we will talk about Ursula's pending appointment, our own productivity challenges, and some of our own concerns about care for our parents. We follow that by talking to Heather Lowe, and find out how she stays productive in the face of these challenges. Links for this Episode: Heather Lowe Art Google Sheets G...

CW: Pet Death, Female Issues We've had a rough week, and so this week we will talk about dealing with the loss of one of our long-time pets, and it's impact on our productivity. We will also discuss some of the more difficult aspects of Ursula's monthly visitor, before we go to a really good interview with friend of the show John "Gene" Anderson. Links for this Episode : Gene on Twitter Genehack.b...

This week, we will discuss our weekly productivity, good and bad. After that, we will read your letters and answer your questions! Links for this Episode: Chiggers Ditch I Diane Duane's Organization Tools Post Brain Chiggers Thread The Serpent and The Rainbow Nasal Pillows The Pen Addict Episode  91 with Laura Rivella Episode 104 with Dana Fraedrich Episode 68 with Damian Ryan Episode 43 with Alan...

Hi folks! We're back this week with a discussion of the pressures of deadlines, and how much work we're both putting in. This also includes a brief discussion of the difficulties of being the person working with people two very different time zones. We then have a long talk with returning guest Michelle Wexelblat and her experiences with Burnout. It's a long one, but worth it! Links for this Episo...

This week we talk about the wrapping up of Kevin's most recent article series, the new small hen, Ursula's next book release, and how we were and were not productive this past week. And then we have Jadzia Axelrod on to talk about how she stays productive! Links for this Episode: Jadzia Axelrod Jadzia's Twitter Jadzia's Instagram Voice of Free Planet X Galaxy: the Prettiest Star Kami Garcia Velum...

Hi folks! This week we will talk about the continuation of Kevin's series on OpenSource.com as well as what makes a good and a bad copy editor. In the background, you may even hear the Shepherd as she looks over the version of the manuscript the copy editor sent Ursula. Finally, we're going to have a talk with J. R. Blackwell, and how she stays productive. Links for this Episode: J. R. Blackwell J...

Hi folks! It's been a heck of a week, but here we are to talk about how we have and haven't been productive - particularly in the last 24 hours. Ursula (the Wombat Co-Host) has edits, and I am working towards a couple of tight deadlines. After that, we'll read from your letters! Links for this Episode: Definition of STET Drunken Botanist The Modern Bar Cart PG Wodehouse Grey Cheeked Thrush The Cap...

Hi folks! This week we will talk about Ursula's frustrations with being sick (again) and the impact it has on her productivity. We also talk about her recent dose of dewormer (long story), and then wrap it up by talking to Meredith about how she stays productive. Links for this episode : Feather Summarizes the Silmarillian Meredeth's Patreon Meredith's Ko-Fi Meredith's AO3 Meredith's Tumblr Meredi...