Category Archives: Podcast Recommendation

Podcast Recommendation – Back Story with the American History Guys

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Gretchen

Back Story is an American history podcast but with three guys with different perspectives. The guys take an issue and then look at the issue from three and now the fourth century of American history. One is the 18th century … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – After Dark

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Gretchen

One of the fun features of the 5by5 Network of Podcasts is the After Dark Series. Not every podcast has an After Dark episode, but the best way I can describe them is what happens after the podcast is over … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – NPR Books Podcast

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Gretchen

Similar to the Book Review by the New York Times, NPR Books Review is another excellent podcast on new books. I have already added books to my Kindle and Audible wish list from listening to NPR Books. NPR Books generally … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – Amplified

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Gretchen

One of the newest podcasts on the 5by5 network is Amplified. Jim Dalrymple of the The Loop and Dan Benjamin host the show. It is about technology and music, primarily guitars. Jim is an excellent guitar player and writer and … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – The GTD Virtual Study Group

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Gretchen

I was introduced to Getting Things Done by David Allen in 2009. I read the book but realized I needed more insight to make this a part of my life. As I normally do, I searched for podcasts and found … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – Get-It-Done Guy’s Quick and Dirty Tips

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Gretchen

Get-It-Done Guy’s Quick and Dirty Guide is a short, quick podcast on how to increase productivity in one area. Podcasts are normally no longer than five or six minutes, and host Stever Robbins is witty & entertaining. Robbins takes productivity … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – Hardcore History

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Gretchen

I first learned about Dan Carlin from last week’s post though his main podcast is Hardcore History. I cannot recommend Hardcore History enough. Its not your history teacher’s account of history unless you had the coolest history teacher ever. Fortunately, both … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – Common Sense

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Gretchen

Dan Carlin is a political commentator and is fairly independent. His podcast Common Sense is a contrary look at current events. If you’re far left or far right, I encourage you to listen because it will make you think. If … Continue reading →

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Podcast Recommendation – The Archaeology Channel

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Gretchen

Ok, you may be scratching your head at this selection but let me explain. When I returned from a trip of a lifetime to Italy, my interest in archaeology grew. I’ve always had some interest but walking in Ancient Rome … Continue reading →

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Podcast Review – Book Review

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Gretchen

The Book Review by the New York Times is a delightful podcast on recent books. Sam Tanenhaus is the host and editors and talks to other reviewers and also writers. The reviews are more in-depth and a conversation between Tanenhaus … Continue reading →

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