

The Lazy Genius Podcast
Kendra, The Lazy Genius
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 10, 2020 • 34min
#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 • 28min
#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 • 17min
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 • 22min
#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 • 35min
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 • 23min
#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.
Download a transcript of this episode.
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 • 23min
#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.
Download a transcript of this episode.
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 • 15min
#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!
Download a transcript of this episode.
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 1, 2020 • 32min
Bonus: Lazy Geniusing Dinner with Kate Strickler
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 Kate Strickler of Naptime Kitchen, and we’re Lazy Geniusing dinner without losing our minds. Kate is such a great resource for making regular life dinner, and she happily takes us along with her.Stuff Mentioned
You can find Kate on Instagram @naptimekitchen or on her blog at www.naptimekitchen.com.
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

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Jun 29, 2020 • 23min
#164 - The Summer Meal Formula
I’m not saying I fixed summer cooking because that would be stupid, but I think I found an approach that will be pretty awesome, especially if you’re three weeks into hot weather no school everyone home cooking and losing your mind a little.Stuff Mentioned
Apply to be a member of The Lazy Genius Way Launch Team here! The application will close at noon on Wednesday, July 8, and we kick off activities Monday, July 13. I’m so excited, and I would love for you to join us!
Here’s a link to my pancake recipe I make every couple of weeks in a big batch and freeze.
I’ll be on Instagram around noon eastern to go live and answer your questions on Thursday.
Download a transcript of this episode.
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


