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Technologist and Podcaster living in Memphis, TN. Always looking to make the best of the next opportunity and a really hot cup of coffee. Tunes:Uncovered is my podcast about songs you probably have not heard but should! — Mark White
Behringer U-Phoria UMC404HD USB Audio Interface — Most of my podcasts are remote, this unit makes it easy to still have channel specific control but it's small, lightweight and needs no external power.
SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet — breakfast gets more important as we age, this frying pan absolutely will not stick to anything you throw in it. Excellent for eggs.
DIGITAL
Spotify — whether it's listening to podcasts while cleaning the workshop or background music it's hard to beat Spotify's breadth of shows, songs, and music.
Structured App — Multiple daily reminders of the things a busy person will forget to do. Drink more water, spend 30 minutes on a side project for 30 days, etc.
INVISIBLE
If you want to be productive, wake up early. If you want to be creative, stay up late.
Not sure who said this but it's true, at least for me.