TSF25: Happy Crow, Happy Crow Again – NOW ONLINE
Posted on March 23, 2011 | By Robert LaFrance | No Comments
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The Slacker Factor Podcast, Episode 25: Happy Crow, Happy Crow Again
Episode 25: Tune in to hear concepts for the breakfast of champions, checklist ideas for an improved life, remembrances of a perceived past, and music of the actual past. Positivity,
psychology, and psychodelia infuse every corner of this conversational slackcast.
Meandering Rant: “A Guide to Everyday Happiness” by Rob
- The Slacker Factor Everyday Happiness Checklist
- 1000 Awesome Things
- Fast Company Article, “The Corporate Pursuit of Happiness”
- Jimmy Kimmel’s Handsome Men’s Club Video
Book Report: Déjà vu, as discussed with Patty
Music Segment: The Black Crowes, presented by Christian
Slackcast loungewear and mugish stuff at: http://www.cafepress.com/TheSlackerFactorSwag.
Check Who’s Listening: Ryan Keough’s Japanaid
Posted on March 15, 2011 | By Patty Pino | 2 Comments
Who’s wishing he could be a megapower and patch up the unfortunate situation in Japan? Ryan Keough, that’s who. When he’s not saving the world or creating his web-based talk show, he’s listening to our little, mortal podcast. Thank you, Ryan Keough, from all of us who know you are a superhero-in-disguise.
On a serious note, please click here to donate to help the Japan relief effort. Our positive thoughts and prayers go to our friends, currently in Japan, who are safe but continue to deal with difficult days. Stay strong and healthy.
TSF24: Hot Glitter – NOW ONLINE
Posted on March 3, 2011 | By Robert LaFrance | No Comments
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The Slacker Factor Podcast, Episode 24: Hot Glitter
Episode 24: Get yourself all warm and toasty as we discuss things being overworked, over-outsourced, and over-the-top. Yes, this episode is warm, glittery, snack-worthy, flexible, networky, and filled with typical slactacular goodness, including a hot song from Glitter Mini 9. Rosebud, anyone?
Meandering Rant: ““Corporate Warming” by Christian
Book Report: Cool Stuff we think is hot – Near Field Communications, Flexible Flyers, and Sriracha
Music Segment: Glitter Mini 9, presented by Patty
Slackcast loungewear and mugish stuff at: http://www.cafepress.com/TheSlackerFactorSwag.
TSF23: Soup It Up! – Now Online
Posted on February 12, 2011 | By Robert LaFrance | No Comments
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The Slacker Factor Podcast, Episode 23: Soup It Up!
Episode 23: Are we entitled to have services and products which are designed and delivered to meet our standards? When is the last time you sat down for a family meal? Do the blues musical stylings of Cher’s ex-husband still hold up today? What’s the deal with eyebrows, anyway? These oh-so-important life questions are explored and discussed for your entertainment pleasure on Episode 23 of The Slacker Factor. Stir it,slurp it, listen up and soup it.
Meandering Rant: “I Want It My Way” by Patty Pino
Book Report: “Chicken Soup for the Generation X Soul” by Rob
Music Segment: The Blues of Gregg Allman, featuring “Checking Out My Baby”
Nonnie’s Chicken Soup Recipe (including the note from my Mom):
Slacker Factor Swag:
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TSF22: Get Free, Get Food, Get Lucky – NOW ONLINE
Posted on January 27, 2011 | By Robert LaFrance | No Comments
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The Slacker Factor Podcast, Episode 22: Get Free, Get Food, Get Lucky
Episode 22: Everyone loves a nice prize, a beautiful meal, and a meaningful song. Join the slacker nation for this podcast, with special Book Report guests The Peche, as we talk good things foodie, bluesy, and free.
Meandering Rant: “Free Prize” by Rob LaFrance
Book Report: “For the Love of Food”, with The Peche food enthusiasts Chris and Karen Thornton. Read their amazing blog, follow them on Twitter @thepeche and @mrsdewinter or friend them in the FaceBook universe.
Music Segment: The Blues of Lucky Peterson, featuring “Death Don’t Have No Mercy” and “Atonement” from his 2010 album “You Can Always Turn Around”
Just Some of the Other Good Stuff Mentioned in this Episode:
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Wine guy and more: Gary Vaynerchuk
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Wine Rob wants you and The Peche to buy: Bodegas Ateca Garnacha de Fuego
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As ranted, Seth Godin Free Stuff.
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For cookbooks, recipes, and other good stuff mentioned by The Peche, you gotta read their blog.
Podcast Bonus: Inspired by his dad, Patty’s Rally for Sanity slogan, and this TSF22 podcast, Rob crafted together some Slackcast loungewear and mugish stuff at: http://www.cafepress.com/TheSlackerFactorSwag. Rumor has it that he has blisters from working the loom, sewing machines, and print screens.
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