Clockwise 582: Good Ol’-Fashioned Googler
Nov 27, 2024
Jean MacDonald, a writer and greeting card publisher from the Oregon coast, joins the conversation, sharing her insights on technology's role in holiday gatherings. The group discusses the delicate balance of using tech to connect with family while maintaining the spirit of togetherness. They dive into the dos and don’ts of Black Friday shopping, blending humor with practical advice. MacDonald shares her favorite recipe management apps, emphasizing their usability in meal planning and discovery, offering listeners tips for a seamless cooking experience.
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Minimizing Tech Use During Holidays
- Minimize tech use with family to maximize present conversations.
- Bring a Kindle, phone, and maybe Vision Pro for specific uses.
Tech Use in Group Settings
- Jean's family uses Find My Friends to coordinate meetups during holiday gatherings.
- They also enjoy using a portable karaoke machine, the Party Rocker, for group entertainment.
Tech for Long Day Trips
- Prioritize power: Bring external batteries and charging cables for your devices.
- Pack noise-cancelling headphones for the bus and consider a multi-ended charging cable to help others.