Was that email rude? Does my boss hate me? Is this place toxic…or is it me? Work raises a lot of questions—and too many of them get stuck in our heads, rattling around until we feel overwhelmed and unqualified. No more. Join leadership coaches Jen Dionisio and Sara Wachter-Boettcher as they tackle the topics that come up over and over again with their clients: confusing performance reviews, dysfunctional project teams, and bosses with way too few boundaries. You’ll hear stories from real peo ...
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Bosses can drive you crazy. How do you deal with micromanagers, unclear direction -- or get a promotion? Our workplace heroes Liz Dolan (ex-CMO, Nike, NatGeo Channels) and Larry Seal (executive coach) will help you make the big decisions, sort through the small stuff, and get more fulfillment from your work life. A fictional ad agency, Penn & Pencil, will serve as a comedic point of reference for your questions. I Hate My Boss. Workplace Drama. Comedic Relief. Binge all episodes of I Hate My ...
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This podcast is for any employee looking to get ahead in their job and become a sought-after team member. We’ll focus on all of those practices and behaviors that no one teaches you at school but that your boss wishes you knew about and that some colleagues may dread that you discover!
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A podcast about crazy yet funny things happened to me and other people at workplaces. Please visit our site to find more information about our podcast: https://www.whathappenedatmywork.com/
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One-sided discussions with the beautiful people, in the universe that shares my love for the arts. Contact me on Instagram @oneshareablebasket for any commentary!!😇
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“How do I market my business? How do I find ideal clients in my photography, design or service business? Is it possible to make a full time income with my passion?”The Better Half to Boss Photography Podcast answers those questions and more! Tavia Redburn inspires the ambitious mom entrepreneur with stories, proven marketing strategies and productivity tips to start, grow and go full time in her business.Tavia shares how she became the primary income earner in her household with her photogra ...
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Things are about to heat up as professional wrestler and best selling author, Grayden Damien, presents "Flawless Talk". Grayden, will be discussing everything from life in the LGBT+ wrestling community, hot topics, and whatever is on his mind at that time.
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We’re changing the rules and changing the conversation around Gen X Women. No longer are we, as Gen X women, going to blend in the background, wait to be promoted, or cringe when having to talk about our rates for our services.We are going to declare the life and success we want and go after it, without apology. Modern Gen X Woman, it's your time. Jackie Ghedine + Mimi Bishop are top career and business coaches for Modern Gen X women who want to make an impact, leave their mark and increase ...
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Everyone has a story about work—not about their job, but about what happens in the office. Like that time you caught your coworker fast asleep, or you accidentally messaged your boss...about how much you hate your boss. What’s Working isn’t career advice or thought leadership, it’s the stories about work you hear over drinks with friends. Every Monday, join host Emily Hebner as she uncovers true stories to get you through your work week.
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A couple of large & in charge Texas gals talking about the things we love & hate, while making you pee your pants. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toastandhoney/support
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It takes more than great code to be a great engineer. Soft Skills Engineering is a weekly advice podcast for software developers about the non-technical stuff that goes into being a great software developer.
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Join us on a journey to conquer the chaos of big family life and embrace the joy of intentional motherhood! Dive into the Deliberate Motherhood podcast, where we share our best tips and tricks to help you live each day with less stress and overwhelm. Discover practical strategies, lots of laughter, heartfelt stories, and uplifting advice specifically tailored to mommas of many. Tune in and unlock the secrets to finding balance, fostering faith, and cherishing little moments. It's time to rec ...
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I started thereputationID after I needed to make my boss see me. I was in a meeting for a performance review when I realised that my manager viewed 1% of my potential or achievements. For a manager of a team with 10 people, who was drowning in meetings and catch-ups, the time allocated to see how I performed was inexistent. And I used to be the one believing that 'the results speak for themselves'. Well, I can speak, too. Because I realised that I need to take the matter in my own hands and ...
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Welcome to The Smoking Area Podcast, your go-to spot for unfiltered conversations and deep dives into life's highs and lows. Hosted by Benji and Faith, we tackle the topics that everyone’s buzzing about but few dare to discuss openly. #SEX #LOVE & #LIFE #THESMOKINGAREA #PODCAST
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Do you like to hear other peoples darkest secrets? Do you feel a need to confess your pain and secret joys so you can heal yourself and others? All confessions here come from your fellow netizens. Listen to their confession then I will give my advice on the situation. Want to be on the podcast? Visit @blacktieconfessions on Instagram or TikTok to share your secrets. Your identity will remain hidden. I will take some of these confessions and use them on this podcast.
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Recently described by the media as a "legendary New York criminal defense attorney," Jeffrey Lichtman has successfully handled criminal trials and appeals on some of the country's largest stages. His clients include those charged in the federal and state systems with white collar and non-white collar offenses. For over 30 years, Mr. Lichtman's practice style has been marked by exhaustive pretrial preparation and smothering pressure inside the courtroom. His cross-examinations, in fact, have ...
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This podcast is all about overcoming your biggest fears. It's about courage, confidence and grit. The tone is vulnerable, real and raw. The aim is to deliver tools, strategies and inspirational real-life balls-to-the-wall stories to inspire you to finally do the thing you fear - that thing you have been avoiding. To just stop the excuses and jump - to take BOLD action. Because that my friend, is where the level-up is. Who's the person behind the voice? I’m your host, Dawn Mari, a Performance ...
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Learn Real, Advanced English with English and Beyond! Welcome to English and Beyond, the weekly podcast designed for upper intermediate to advanced English learners looking to boost their fluency, listening skills, and vocabulary - all in natural British English. Originally created for intermediate learners, this podcast has evolved to challenge those at an advanced level. We offer: 🔹 Free transcript available to help with tricky words. 🔹 Quizlet flashcards for practicing key vocabulary and ...
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Episode 469: Passed over for lead role and perhaps I'm the jerk
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I’m a long time listener to the podcast. Thanks for reading and answering my question! I have over 20+ yrs experience as a manual QA and 6+ yrs experience as a SDET. I’m in a new role as a hybrid manual QA / SDET for a company that hasn’t had QA for a few years. After a couple of months a ne…
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198. Help! My Kid Hates Writing with Julie Bogart
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There are a few books we recommend to brand new homeschoolers, and Julie Bogart wrote one of them! She's a mother of 5 (now grown) kids, homeschool OG, and brilliant mind who's helped thousands of moms shape their homeschools (especially ours!). She's just added another book called (Help! My Kid Hates Writing!) to her list of publications, curricul…
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E51 Can You Compete with Someone You Love? (The Results Are In!)
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In this episode, we explore a subtle, often unspoken kind of rivalry - the sort that happens not in sports or business, but in close relationships. What does it mean to compete with someone you care about? Can it help you grow, or does it just create tension? Oliver and César share the story of their two-year French-learning journey, but things qui…
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E50 Fifty Episodes Later: Do Anniversaries Really Matter? - Advanced English
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In this special 50th episode of English and Beyond, Oliver and César reflect on one year of podcasting, what anniversaries really mean, and why they could often forget their own. From the challenges of staying consistent to the little victories along the way, we talk about how far we’ve come - and whether anniversaries are worth celebrating at all.…
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Episode 468: Should I take a mini-retirement and doubling down on anachronisms
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hi Dave and Jamison, Long-time listener, first-time question asker. Thank you both for the wisdom, perspective, and jokes you bring to the podcast. I recently received an inheritance of around $500,000. It’s not “quit your job and buy a yacht” money, but it is enough to reshape my life. I’m …
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197. More Than Cookies & Rhymes: How Poetry Teatime Builds Braver Learners
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When was the last time learning in our home felt truly joyful? What would it look like to welcome wonder again—even just once a week? What if something as simple as tea and poetry could bring joy, connection, and confidence to your homeschool—AND be something you actually look forward to, despite it being another thing on your calendar. We are proo…
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196. Clipboards VS. The Skylight Calendar (which one is better?)
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We're here to address the big debate... Clipboards VS. Skylight... Which one is better?! What everyone REALLY wants to know though... What tool is really going to keep me sane and on track? We're unpacking the pros and cons of both and sharing all we know about the Skylight so far. Links in this show: Editable Clipboard Templates & Guide The Skylig…
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Episode 467: I can't get promoted if I do my job and should I get a degree to get a job in this economy
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I am a data scientist and was recently passed over for promotion to senior because my projects weren’t “senior level” enough, and I do too many ad hoc requests that delay delivery of my bigger projects. I am a go to for VP and C suite level execs in my company and am commonly asked to help w…
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Today’s letter writers thought they had their work lives sorted. But… turns out, maybe not. Should they start a new job search? And if they do, what questions should they ask themselves—and their prospective employers? Listen in as Jen and Sara help these folks pause their panic and get choosy—instead of waiting around to be chosen. Links: Check ou…
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Episode 466: Bad performance review and moving in to the caves
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I had my performance review two months ago where I scored a “Does not meet expectations”, which I definitely understand, and my manager told me that some of my coworkers had been complaining about me. I’ve been working hard on improving ever since and my manager told me that they were really…
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When summer rolls around and you're already exhausted, how do you know if it’s time to press on—or pause? We're unpacking what it could look like to either keep going with intention or rest with purpose. Resources from this episode: Homeschool Plan Like a Mother Find the complete podcast notes on our website. To find The Deliberate Day on Instagram…
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TACO Trump No More: Trump Takes Out Iran’s Nukes / Update: Federal Sentencing In Front of My Frat Brother Was a Blast
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In this podcast Jeff discusses a moment he never dreamed would occur: Iran’s nuclear facilities were destroyed by America and Iran is finally punished for its global terror. Every President from Carter through Biden looked the other way or appeased Iran’s terrorism — Trump did not. Jeff eats some crow but points out the MAGA leading voices who side…
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Episode 465: Talking to your report's previous manager and how to replace a 30-year-old ticketing system
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: A listener named Mike says, To what degree do you think it’s appropriate to talk with your peer managers about people that have moved from their team to yours? How much weight do you give their criticisms of an IC that they used to manage that is working out just fine under your leadership? …
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Israel Destroys Iran’s Terror Sites While MAGA Joins Hamas and the Far Left in Jew Hate / Trump Claims Credit for Everything / A Full Circle Suit Story and a Federal Judge I Respect
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This week Jeff opens with the long-awaited Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, a dazzling military operation years in the making. But instead of support for Israel, Jeff is stunned by the response: hatred not only from the far left but now pouring out of MAGA’s biggest names. Yes, the Trump-right has joined Hamas and the progressive le…
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Instagram lied...there is no "right" childhood and chasing it IS what's stealing valuable peace from our momma hearts. There's no single perfect childhood you're supposed to recreate for your kids. Not the one you made up from the 10 moms you follow on IG. And not even the one you've always dreamed of giving your children. The truth is, there's no …
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It’s Groundhog Day for today’s letter-writer—every time she meets with her direct report for a one-on-one, they spend the entire meeting trauma dumping. It’s gotten to the point where this manager is feeling herself zoning out during their time together, and she’s worried she’s become a bad manager. Is it her job to be the team’s emotional sponge, …
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193. Homeschool AND a Bed & Breakfast?! with Sarah Thatcher
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Get ready for the most lovely chat and peek into the Homeschool story of a mom and bed and breakfast owner. You're in for a treat! Their Beautiful Bed & Breakfast in Virginia: The Orchard House Follow Sarah and her family on IG Resources Shared: Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons Call of the Wild & Free Book "Planned" Unschooling with Nic…
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192. 3 Myths About Quirky Kids...BUSTED! with Ginny Kochis
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In this episode, we've got Ginny Kochis…a Catholic wife and mom to three twice-exceptional children. With a master's degree she's a highly educated former high school English teacher with two decades of experience educating children of all ability levels. Through her Quirky Catholic Kids website and community, Ginny offers practical support and pra…
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Episode 464: Rehiring an overpaid boomerang and AI has taken over my teammate's brain
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Mr A. N. Onymous says, Hi Dave and Jamison, Long time listened, second time caller! I wrote a little while back with a common new-manager question about how to handle one of my reports who was at the lower end performance wise, but at the top end on the pay scale. I’d been trying to manage i…
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E49 Summer Loving / Spanish Hell - Advanced English
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In this sweaty, slightly chaotic episode, César and Oliver question whether moving to Valencia was such a great idea... in the middle of an early summer heatwave. Join us as we talk about the oppressive Spanish humidity, sweaty public transport, unexpected cockroach encounters, and whether torrid weather leads to torrid affairs. You’ll learn expres…
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Today’s letterwriter feels like she’s living a double life. As the only content strategist at an enterprise-level org, she’s burning herself out leading too many initiatives and trying to convince too many people to care about her work… only to go home and spend her evenings applying for jobs elsewhere. Should she feel guilty for being such an outs…
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Episode 463: CTO w/ weak resume and I tried management and it was TERRIBLE
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Albert Nonymous asks, I am the CTO at a small (5 engineers) tech start-up with non-technical founders. I was their first full-time employee and as such have been able to fully form this company the way I want. I’ve worked here for 9 years now and own 10% of the company. I enjoy the tech and …
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E48 Tuscany, Italy: The Good, the Bad and the Itchy - Advanced English
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Is Tuscany really as perfect as Instagram makes it look? In this episode of English and Beyond: Advanced English Podcast, Oliver and César sit down to share the unfiltered truth about their recent holiday in Italy - and it’s not all rolling hills and Chianti. From postcard-perfect views and delicious dinners to mosquito bites, awkward group dynamic…
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Episode 462: Supporting laid-off employee and how to rebuild culture after layoffs
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: One of my employees is probably getting laid off, what do I do!?! I’m a tech lead / manager for a consultancy and a contract reduction means that one of the people I supervise is likely going to get laid off soon! We’ve found new roles for most of my people, but it’s likely that at least one…
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191. Memory-Stacking (big A calendars and building memories like a boss)
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We have to come clean...a recent study by Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute says that research participants scored an average of 94% on memory accuracy. This high level of accuracy was observed regardless of the participants or the time that had elapsed since the event occurred. However, we have 6% to work with and add to memory stacking! Memory…
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190. Closing the Year (Our Homeschool Year!)
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Mostly, homeschoolers must do one of three things to close their year with the state... A Portfolio A Evals Testing Depending on where you live and what flavor of homeschool you follow the requirements will be different...check HSLDA to see what your state requires. But let's look at some out-of-the-box ways to say goodbye to this year's homeschool…
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189. How to Grow with No Time, Budget or Space with Nicky Schauder
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Gardening doesn't have to be complicated. It can be manageable and small and still make a big difference for your family. Nicky Schauder and her husband, Dave, are on a mission to help families grow their food. Their garden journey began when their kids were diagnosed with “failure to thrive” due to multiple food allergies. Because of these health …
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E47 Overrated & Overhyped: What We’re All Pretending to Like | Advanced English for expressing opinions
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In this episode of English and Beyond: Advanced Edition, Oliver and César explore a question we all secretly ask ourselves: “Do I actually like this… or do I just think I’m supposed to?” From five-star restaurants and summer holidays to podcasts and museums, they take a light-hearted but honest look at things that might be a little overrated, a bit…
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Episode 461: How to do side projects with a family and demanding job and my company promised me a raise, but didn't give it
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hey, long-time listener, listened to almost all episodes now and have been loving it since day 1!! I am a senior engineer at FAANG and work 45-50 hours a week and have a lot of cross-org responsibilities. I am lucky to have a beautiful wife and two wonderful young children. I guess, you can …
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Episode 460: Losing autonomy and I got skipped for a promotion even though I'm awesome
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I have managed a product for some months now. My previous manager split their team in to mini-teams of 2-3 people. They gave me a small team and plenty of autonomy to own the product and go crazy on it. I had the time of my life as the team lead. I learned a ton and was really developing man…
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E46 Movies: Popcorn to Plot Twists | How to Talk About Films in Advanced English
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What makes a film critically acclaimed, atmospheric, or even box office poison? In this episode of English and Beyond, César and I (I'm Oliver!) dive into the full cinema experience - from noisy popcorn munching to unexpected plot twists - and explore the vocabulary and expressions you need to talk about movies like a native speaker. Whether you’re…
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188. Clipboard SOS: What Do I Put On Them?
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This is the #1 question we get regarding the clipboard system. I think our brains just want to tell us we don't know what to put to protect us from trying something new because it's meant to keep us safe, and if we aren't trying anything new, it feels safe. But you know. Mommas, we know…and if you really don’t, grab our Homeschool Plan Like a Mothe…
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Episode 459: Am I cutting edge and how to compliment someone who went from super jerk to super nice
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I work for a B2C fintech startup as a senior engineer. Our onboarding funnel has a lot of moving parts due to regulatory compliance and a litany of requirements from various parts of the business. As a startup, we also live and die by optimizing for and demonstrating growth, so we need to ga…
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Episode 458: Infinite tech debt hack and figuring out what is going on
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Nearly every time certain developers on the team want to address technical debt, they end up just adding more technical debt. Of course, after one round of addressing technical debt, the developers in question believe that yet another round of redesigning and refactoring is in order. This st…
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187. The One Skill Your Kids Are Missing Out On with Katie Kimball
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Raising 'whole' children isn't actually about raising children at all…it's about raising adults! Our job as parents is to teach our children how to hone life skills (from everyday living basics to critical thinking) AND to instill and grow holy characteristics in their little hearts. ...And our guest today has taken the idea of teaching life skills…
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E45 Do You Speak "Doctor"? | Advanced Medical English
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Would you know what to say at the doctor’s in English? In this English and Beyond: Advanced English episode, César and I explore some advanced medical English vocabulary, from describing symptoms to understanding key healthcare terms like prognosis, chronic illness, and comorbidity. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at how the UK’s NHS works (I ac…
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Episode 457: How do I get off the on-call rotation and "big tech" == "big leagues"?
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I am a senior software engineer in a big tech/faang company and this week is my first ever on call rotation. My team is doing a lot of CI work, monitoring pipelines and support queues during on call. It is probably not as much of a hassle as on call for product teams, but for me personally o…
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I was listening to a podcast by Jon Acuff the other day and he talked about how goals go through seasons...it got me thinking, because instantly it made me think of how children and parenting go through seasons, and so do our homeschools. All the time we envision and expect to find that perfect groove or perfect routine, the one where everything fl…
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E44 Why the US and China Might Be Headed for War | Practise Advanced English Through Global Politics
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Are we on the point of World War III - and what does Ancient Greece have to do with it? In this episode of English and Beyond: Advanced, we explore The Thucydides Trap - a theory from ancient history that's now being used to explain modern tensions between China and the United States. You’ll learn: – Who Thucydides was and what he said about the Pe…
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Episode 456: Will I look bad on the job market if I'm a crypto developer and struggling to go from management back to dev work
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hey, I am a web developer getting bored of the regular development work. I am interested in finance and the monetary system and due to the overlap of finance and engineering I feel down the Bitcoin rabbit hole and even spiked interest in crypto like Solana and Sui. I am pretty sure most of c…
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How ideal does it sound to have a teen that meal plans for your family...all the way though from looking at sales....to choosing good meals...to then making said meals...and even cleaning up after them... Here's the thing...Moms suck at delegating...our brains are hard wired to see all the things that need to be done, to do the things the way we wa…
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Trump Loves Big Deals and Low-Hanging Fruit / The Battle of Culiacán: The Max Docuseries and Why I Do Not Trust the Press
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In this episode, Jeff analyzes President Trump’s handling of negotiations with Iran and its terror proxies, as well as America’s jihadist universities, and demonstrates that the desire for the bestest of deals doesn’t always end with good results for America and its allies. America needs a strong ideologue in place during these difficult times and …
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E43 Why is Meghan Markle so unpopular in Britain? | Advanced English Listening Practice
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Why did Britain fall out of love with Meghan Markle? In this episode of English and Beyond, I take a deep dive into the intense reaction to the Duchess of Sussex, unpacking her rise and fall in British public opinion. From media double standards to cultural differences, race, class, and the emotional shift of Prince Harry, this monologue and conver…
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Episode 455: UX designer without a mentor and I get bored too easily and stressed too easily
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: A listener named Dakota asks, I’m a UX designer, and I’m constantly looking for growth opportunities. I’m having trouble finding mentors to help challenge me, as every time my boss/senior designer leaves the company, I assume their work and we don’t backfill their spot or my old position. Th…
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184. 5 Ways to Survive the End of Year Slog
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We're getting closer to the end, and most of us are feeling pressure to double down on finishing curriculum and worksheets...checking all the boxes that tell the world (and sometimes our husbands or nosey do-gooders) that we're doing a good job teaching our kids. But we're here to remind you that you’re already doing enough. Even if you've skipped …
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E42 Want to sound British? You might regret it... (feat. Emma, from Pronunciation with Emma) - Advanced English listening practice
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An episode featuring a proper pronunciation expert, Emma (from Pronunciation with Emma)! In this episode of English and Beyond, we dive deep into the surprising world of British accents — and why they can cause so much tension, even within the UK. From royal RP to the streets of Newcastle, accents in Britain are more than just a way of speaking — t…
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Episode 454: Tracking productivity? and my CTO is ChatGPT
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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I’m a manager on a Product team. I’ve been asked by upper management to measure “story points completed per developer per sprint” and display the results publicly each sprint to motivate lower-performing employees. I explained why, according to Scrum, I don’t think this is a good idea. But I…
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183. Tickets SOS: Tame the Ticket Monster
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It's no secret we love the tickets...BUT as with everything...it can get out of hand... Okay...even a LOT out of hand. Here are the boundaries I've set to keep our ticket system working for us, not the other way around. Ticket Boundaries (00:30) Recap (12:42) Get the tickets guide, which includes pages of Q&As and over 100 incentive ideas, ranging …
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E41 Culture Shock Is Real: what surprised us about life abroad - Advanced level listening practice for English-language students
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Have you ever experienced culture shock - that strange, unsettling feeling when you're suddenly living in a completely different country? 🌍 In this episode of English and Beyond, César and I share our real experiences of living abroad and how it affected them emotionally, practically… and even gastronomically. 🎧 I will tell you about moving to Spai…
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Caveat: Listen...if you're deep in a survival season...if you're putting your underwear on inside out because you're getting dressed in the dark and only half alive...if your idea of a well-rounded meal looks like a cup of coffee...that's been cold for hours... This podcast is for future you...and we promise she's coming... If you're coming out of …
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