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The hosts delve into the quirks of AI in project management, discussing how tools like ChatGPT can aid in addressing work challenges. Travel tales from Bangkok and Hong Kong add humor, alongside reflections on networking at academic events and managing workplace dynamics. They tackle perfectionism's effects on writing, emphasizing the need for safe creative spaces. Personal anecdotes about emotional wellness during group tasks enrich the conversation, showcasing the importance of listener engagement and practical productivity tips.

Jason, now living his best life with a new consulting venture, and Inger, who’s also on this entrepreneurial journey while advocating for a puppy, dive into hilarious anecdotes about pet ownership. They tackle the quirky dynamics of academic management and share insightful tips on becoming better leaders. From the chaos of appliance breakdowns to the benefits of AI in academia, they keep it light and relatable. Their candid discussions reflect on work-life balance and the importance of authenticity in leadership, laced with humor and personal reflections.

Cal Newport, an author celebrated for his explorations of productivity and technology's impact on work, delves into the concept of slow productivity and its relevance to labor movements. He discusses workplace burnout, offering insights from his latest book, while critiquing traditional efficiency metrics. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of AI in the workplace and strategies for managing burnout. Newport's reflections encourage a deeper understanding of quality and creativity in our productivity-focused society.

In the podcast, they discuss getting a Volvo, AI and privacy, saving time with outsourcing, tips for AI study buddies, organizing emails and travel lists efficiently, using AI tools for academic writing challenges, Apple's advancements in AI integration, and AI tutoring for a biology test.

The podcast delves into personal health challenges, stress management, and burnout experiences. They share travel tips, packing hacks, and the importance of tracking devices. Creating personalized guidebooks, efficient communication, and self-care techniques are also discussed. The hosts reflect on resilience, writing, and the benefits of cyclic sighing for stress relief.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss writing a book in a weekend, Bujo, task managers, screen capture software, politics, and more. They touch on academic success, parenting dynamics, management decision-making, and the integration of AI tools in workflows. Topics also include efficient teaching technology, AI assistants, data privacy concerns, and the impact of technology in academia.

A deep nerd chat about Obsidian, existential freakout about Claude Opus, dance your PhD competition, building a second brain with PARA, Markdown, YAML, Zotero, and more. Mishaps on fishing trips, efficient bibliography management with tarot connectors, embracing messiness of writing, AI tools, generative AI in education, nostalgia, database management, Obsidian software, unexpected emojis, privacy concerns, and more.

The podcast discusses pneumonia, Large Language Models, two-minute tips for planning tasks, Jason recovering, and diverse recommendations like Timothy Snyder's 'On Tyranny' book and Randy Olsen's writing tip

Topics discussed in the podcast include: a holiday in Thailand, conference culture post-pandemic, managing workload and mental health, book recommendations, applying business strategy to personal goals, the importance of organization, and organizing a personal library.

Can't be bothered with email or speak pipe? Text us!Inger and Jason recorded an episode at 9pm at night on the 15th of November, before Inger took off for the UK. Inger was meant to edit and post this sometime in December, while travelling in the UK, but due to the vagaries of wifi and Christmas shopping, she ended up doing it at Heathrow airport on Christmas eve. So look, it's a little bit ... unplugged? But at least it's short (well, for us) and there's some good stuff in here - including a surprisingly long digression on KanBan boards. We figure there's got to be some dishwashing or gardening to do over the Christmas break when you can enjoy this nerd out. Happy Christmas to all who celebrate (and we hope the rest of you get a well earned break too).We'll be back sometime in January :-)Things we mentionedArticle Kevin sent us about leaders and managersPersonal Kanban: mapping work, navigating lifeMind the gap in the literatureCapacities appObsidian Field guide by mcsparkyGot thoughts and feel pinions? Want to ask a question? You can email us on <pod@ontheregteam.com> - Leave us a message on www.speakpipe.com/thesiswhisperer. - See our workshop catalogue on www.ontheregteam.com. You can book us via emailing Jason at enquiries@ontheregteam.com- Subscribe to the free, monthly Two Minute Tips newsletter here (scroll down to enter your email address) - We're on BlueSky as @drjd and @thesiswhisperer (but don't expect to hear back from Jason, he's still mostly on a Socials break).- Read Inger's stuff on www.thesiswhisperer.com. - If you want to support our work, you can sign up to be a 'Riding the Bus' member for just $2 a month, via our On The Reg Ko-Fi site