12 Podcasts That Will Improve Your Work Life

Work sucks, I know. (All work except writing these articles, I mean.) Work Sucks, I Know! Her ethos is rooted in getting things done, being straightforward, taking criticism gracefully, and brutal honesty. Listening will feel like you have a smart expert you’re free to call on the phone. The podcast is over, but the blog is still going strong. Some advice is specific, like how to phrase an email. No mood boards, no manifesting....

August 4, 2023 · 2 min · 265 words · James Rivera

The Gear You Need to Make Camping With Your Dog a Lot Easier

She loved new spaces to explore, creeks to lie in, and chasing deer. And because I love my dog, I grew to love camping, too. The items that really made camping better for us were the ones that made camping better for my dog. We were sometimes in close camping quarters with others and/or at national parks. You also cant usually tie anything to a tree, so a flexible dog trolley was essential....

August 4, 2023 · 2 min · 377 words · Travis Mercer

Artworks That Were Hung Upside Down

Despite the discovery, the artwork was not righted because correcting the orientation would have damaged the painting. If you were to turn it upside down now, gravity would pull it into another direction. Paul Gauguin, Breton Village under the Snow (1894) Niagara Falls. Thats Breton Village under Snow by Paul Gauguin. Turn your screen around to see the actual painting. But as time went on, he adopted an increasingly solemn tone....

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 249 words · Brittany Brown

Four Ways to Figure Out What Day a Date Falls On

Ive ordered them from the least complicated, no-math method to the advanced and ominous-sounding Doomsday Algorithm. Then, choose Assistant voice & sounds, and, under, Speech output tap Phone. Now, choose None (unless hands-free). Bet someone a beer that you might tell them the day of the week they were born instantly. Sneak a look down at your phone and Siri/Google will have silently provided the answer you seek. Collect your free drink....

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 414 words · Ralph Jones

How I Became a Watchmaker

Welcome to How I Became, the Lifehacker series where I ask real people about how theyreallygot their jobs. This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Matt Chapman, a modern watchmaker. The official term is horologist: someone who studies the art of designing and making watches and clocks. Now, he spends his days following his passion: bringing watches to life. Although hes received no formal training, Chapman has been able to make a career as self-taught watchmaker....

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 402 words · Gabriella Miller

Spicy Cold Tofu Is Your Go-to Quick Summer Dish

Spicy cold tofu may very well be the quickest recipe I know. Suffice to say, I was fully suspicious to see a claim of 10 minutes. What is spicy cold tofu? From there, the variations begin. How do you make spicy cold tofu? Although you could use firm tofu, silken offers an unparalleled experience. Get yourself a block of silken tofu for this. Finely chop scallions into thin rounds. Roughly chop a sprig of cilantro....

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 328 words · Leah Williams

You Can Make Fruit Pies Without Much Baking

The texture of the fruit is forever changed, and sometimes it gets downright mushy. Luckily for us, theres the fresh fruit pie. What is a fresh fruit pie? A few steps, and the rest is chill time. Its almost like the opposite day version of every other sort of fruit pie. The flavor of the pie is incredible. It highlights all of the fruits robust natural flavors. How do you make a fresh fruit pie?...

August 3, 2023 · 2 min · 414 words · Jose Rasmussen

Don’t Panic, But Leprosy Might Be Endemic in Florida Now

What is leprosy, exactly? The bacteria attack the eyes, nose, skin, and nerves. The resulting nerve damage means that people with Hansens disease can lose sensation, especially in fingers and toes. This is where the myth comes from that leprosy causes fingers or other appendages to fall off. What actually happens is that small injuries can add up, and the body may absorb the injured tissues. Over time, this can lead to the disappearance or shortening of fingers (the CDChas photos here)....

August 2, 2023 · 2 min · 321 words · Linda Peterson

Enough With Sweet Cheesecakes, This One's Got Meat

Shes a bit unusual, and she demands your attention. This cheesecake is a complete 180 from the sweet, cream cheese-centric dessert of your childhood. What is pizza rustica? Primarily consisting of ricotta cheese, eggs, meats and cheeses, the decadence doesnt stop there. Baking the filling alone would be irresistible, but how about encasing the entire thing in buttery pie crust? Its salty, gooey, rich, umami-forward, and a perfect main course....

August 2, 2023 · 2 min · 418 words · Patricia Carlson

The Difference Between ‘Sleep It Off’ Drunk and ‘Call 911’ Drunk

Its creeping toward the end of the night. Your friend, previously the life of the party, is passed out on the couch. But exactly how drunk are they? After a few beers, youll notice that its harder to walk straight or avoid texting your ex. After a few more, your vision and speech might be affected. Drink enough, and you wont be able to regulate your breathing or activate life-saving reflexes....

August 2, 2023 · 2 min · 326 words · Ryan Richardson

10 Celebrity Gossip Podcasts That Spill the Tea

These podcasts cover a mixture of A- to B-list celebrities, blind items, memoirs, controversies and more. A funny guest comes on to vote on whose idea is best. Watch out and behave, famous people. Chris and Dominick are coming for you. Even their host-read ads are entertaining. Shes not roasting these celebs; shes trying to understand them, giving their books thoughtful reviews. (And sharing insight from each book along the way....

August 1, 2023 · 1 min · 212 words · Christopher Conrad

Every Term a First-Time Homebuyer Should Know

Even though weshouldknow certain terms, theres no shame in a quick refresher of their definitions. Mortgage We told you, were covering the most basic of basics. The borrower (homebuyer) agrees to repay the loan over a specified period, often with interest. Interest rate The interest rate is the percentage charged by the lender on the mortgage loan. It affects the overall cost of borrowing and determines the monthly mortgage payments....

August 1, 2023 · 2 min · 399 words · Donald Davis

Ferment Your Own Spicy Mustard Now, and Enjoy It All Winter

I dont remember being a mustard fiend, but as I often say, proximity is everything. With hot, grainy homemade mustard nearby, I find myself reaching for it at least once a day. Sandwiches, sure;salad dressings, of course. But almost anytime I add butter and lemon, I now add mustard. Mustard is an idealglue for breadcrumbson almost anything, but fish and chicken, in particular. It rarely burns, and adds a pleasant base of flavor and texture....

August 1, 2023 · 3 min · 484 words · Melinda Snyder