
The Lazy Genius Podcast
Part systems expert, part permission giver, Kendra Adachi, The Lazy Genius, is here to help you be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don't.
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Aug 17, 2020 • 22min
#171 The Ten Things Saving My Life Right Now
I know that top ten lists can be a bit rote, but honestly, there’s something super life-giving for me personally to hear what other people are finding joy in. It gives me ideas of course, but more than that, it reminds me to pay attention to my own life and be even more intentional about nurturing the things in my day that give me a lot of joy. So I hope this list does that for you today!Stuff Mentioned
In a turn of events that no one expected, least of all me, I’m a nail polish person. I ride or die for Olive & June nail polish.
Having a summer meal formula is saving me this summer. I talk about that idea here and share my own here.
I was influenced by Bri McKoy to get these joggers even though they cost around 80 dollars. For sweatpants. But my life is changed and here we are.
My beloved Penny and Sparrow have a new album out.
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This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 11, 2020 • 45min
Bonus: Lazy Geniusing a Morning Routine with Erin Moon
It’s our final bonus episode, you guys! Over the summer I’m talking to some Internet and IRL friends about Lazy Geniusing an aspect of our every day lives. Today, I’m talking to Erin Moon about morning routines!Helpful Companion Links
You can find Erin Moon on Instagram and online here.
The Lazy Genius Way is out now! Get your copy today from your favorite bookseller!Erin
This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 10, 2020 • 37min
#170 - How to Lazy Genius Anything
Learn how to apply lazy genius principles to solve any challenge. Reflect on decision-making with a lazy genius mindset for fall and the holidays. Address the challenge of time and mental health. Build the right routines and prioritize effectively. Apply lazy genius principles to ceremonies and celebrations.

Aug 3, 2020 • 31min
#169 - Audiobook Sneak Peek
On Saturday, you might have heard the audiobook version of the introduction of my book The Lazy Genius Way, and today’s episode is chapter one! I don’t want to make you wait around, so here it is! Chapter One of The Lazy Genius Way entitled “How to Think Like a Lazy Genius.”Stuff Mentioned
Preorder either the print or audio version of The Lazy Genius Way and claim your preorder bonuses before August 11th!
This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 1, 2020 • 20min
Bonus: Introduction to The Lazy Genius Way
Today’s episode is extra and very exciting. It’s the audio version of the introduction of my book The Lazy Genius Way! I’m so excited for you to get a sneak peek of the audiobook before it’s out in the world in all its glory.Helpful Companion Links
My book, The Lazy Genius Way, is available for preorder! You can find all the details here. Don’t sleep on it, you guys. Preorder bonuses end on August 11th!
This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 27, 2020 • 25min
#168 - How to Go Back to School
Transitioning from summer to school routine is a legitimate thing, but this year? Well, clearly we don’t have to say a lot about this year. So how do we go back to school when we don’t even know what that looks like?Helpful Companion Links
Preorder The Lazy Genius Way and get the entire Lazy Genius Library for free just for preordering. Details here!
Previous episodes that are Back to School adjacent: What Does It Mean To Take Care of Yourself?, The Lazy Genius Works From Home, and Plan Your Opening Ceremony.
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This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 24, 2020 • 38min
Bonus: Lazy Geniusing Teenagers with Kristen Howerton
It’s another bonus episode, you guys! Over the summer I’m talking to some Internet and IRL friends about Lazy Geniusing an aspect of our every day lives. Today, I’m talking to Kristen Howerton and she’s helping us Lazy Genius being a mom, specifically being a mom of teenagers down the road.Stuff Mentioned
You can find Kristen on Instagram here and buy her book Rage Against The Minivan here.
My book, The Lazy Genius Way, is available for preorder! You can find all the deets here.
This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 20, 2020 • 26min
#167 - How to Make the Perfect Playlist
Did y’all know I really dig playlists? Like so much. And I’ve been told, especially after my holiday playlists last year and my quarantine groove playlist this summer, that I’m really good at them. I will agree with you. This is not a space I choose to be overly humble. I learned from the best.Helpful Companion Links
Playlists I’m proud of: nine curated Christmas playlists plus my Quarantine Groove list for the summer.
My sister Hannah makes seasonal playlists for our patrons over on our Patreon show The Lazy Sisters.
My buddy Bri McKoy is also a bomb playlist maker. Check her out on Instagram.
Here’s my profile on Spotify for easy access.
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This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 13, 2020 • 26min
#166 - Book Launching 101
There is something so fun about getting a behind-the-scenes look at something like publishing. We all read books, but y’all the whole industry is something else. There’s so much happening, and it’s all really interesting! Well, some of it is. Today, I want to share with you five things I learned about launching a book that I didn’t know before.Stuff Mentioned
Preorder The Lazy Genius Way and get the entire Lazy Genius Library for free just for preordering. Details here!
If you missed the episode A Peek Inside The Lazy Genius Way, you can listen to it here.
My thoughts on goals and goal-setting: Quit Setting Stupid Goals, How I Handle Screwing Up My Goals, A Goals Pep Talk, and The Lazy Genius Sets Goals.
If you’re interested in being part of a community, check out Hope*Writers. They open their doors to new members three times a year.
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This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 6, 2020 • 18min
#165 - The Lazy Genius Packs for a Trip
Vacations definitely look different this summer than they usually do, but trips aren’t just vacations. You’ll go see grandma, you might travel a state or two over when the holidays come soon. Basically, we’ll have trips long after this pandemic is over, and I get a lot of questions about doing a packing episode, so here you go.Stuff Mentioned
Haven’t preordered The Lazy Genius Way yet? You can do that right here and claim your bonuses!
My bonus episode with Courtney Cleveland from All the Best Days on Lazy Geniusing staycations. You can get her packing list here.
There are only a few more days to join the book launch team! If you haven’t applied yet, you can do so here!
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This podcast is hosted by Kendra Adachi and executive produced by Kendra Adachi, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices