

Stationery Adjacent
Justin Twyford and Stuart Lennon
A podcast at the intersection of analog and digital productivity
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Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 15min
Episode 184 - Return to Work
Is working from home all over? Was it ever anything other than a coping strategy?Recorded on Liberation Day. No. It was. Really. They called it that.Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/184

Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 23min
Episode 183 - Top3 part two, Pencils and Notebooks
The hosts share their unique perspectives on fishing from a kayak, blending humor with serious issues like data privacy. They dive into the charm of stationery, debating the merits of recycled pens and the allure of Moleskine notebooks. Personal anecdotes about the risks faced by military friends add depth, while laughter accompanies fears of black widow spiders during camping plans. Finally, they celebrate craftsmanship in notebooks, contrasting the emotional connection with handmade items versus mass-produced options.

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 19min
Episode 182 - Top 3 (part one): Fountain Pens and Ink
Stu's on a mission to find and adopt ugly softwareShow notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/181

Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 20min
EPISODE 181 - THE ROLE OF "THE ARTS"
The boys almost avoid discussion of geo-politics, but Stu still manages to whine and whinge about first world problems.Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/181

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 20min
Episode 180 - Data Privacy (Nihilism)
The hosts dive into a hilarious take on coping with unexpected weather, reflecting on personal anecdotes and the absurdity of everyday life. They ponder political changes while navigating their own midlife crises and pet antics. The conversation turns serious as they explore the complexities of data privacy in the age of streaming services and the looming threats of surveillance. With a mix of humor and concern, they discuss the challenges of protecting personal data in a tech-driven world and the balance between enjoying music and safeguarding privacy.

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 19min
EPISODE 179 INTENTIONAL MEDIOCRITY
Why do we accept mediocrity from certain sectors? Tech? Travel? And not from others; retail, fashion?Two ageing men shout at the clouds, the airlines, Tech bros and petrol heads. If we missed anyone - let us know...Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/179

Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 4min
Episode 178 - Book Reading, Discussing, Sharing
Intricate discussions on the tactical nuances of Football, or American Football as everyone else calls it.Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/178

Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 9min
Episode 177 - Focus 2025 Follow Up
Stu didn't do the show notes this week, so he has already failed his Focus 2025 goals, in Justin's opinion.Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/177

Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 9min
Episode 176 - Stationery of the Year
Justin obtains a Gladiator while Stuart retires again.Show notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/176

Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 24min
EPISODE 175 - 2025 FOCUS
Your hosts retreat from life, looking inward for some semblance of sanityShow notes at: https://stationeryadjacent.com/episodes/175