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InfoQuench

Jeff and Amy McLennaninfoquench.libsyn.com
Looking for life-improvement tips and random info.? Jeff and Amy McLennan chat about simple ways you can build a better life, covering a wide variety of topics so there’s sure to be something for just about everyone.  InfoQuench is proudly hosted out of Saint John, New Brunswick – Canada. Credits - Intro/Outro Music... Episodes released since Apr 2021: 'The Joker' - Hip Hop - Royalty Free Music https://youtu.be/Iz2XCAr0rc0 Vodovoz Music Productions - Germany http://vodovoz.de Episodes released 2019 - Apr 2021: 'Get Your Groove On' by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US
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Episodes

TV and Movie Quotes Trivia - Episode #89

Have some laughs with Jeff and Amy as they quiz each other on movie and TV quotes. Be sure to play along and test your own knowledge. Thanks for listening, friends! (PS - Jeff was right, it was 1975.)

Jan 24, 202131 minEp. 89

Decoding Body Language - Episode #88

This episode is full of surprising information about body language. Amy and Jeff cover subtle (and some not so subtle) cues that can help you read a person or interpret group dynamics. As an off-topic bonus, they start things out with a healthy mocktail recipe. Thanks for listening!

Jan 17, 202130 minEp. 88

27 Tips for a Better Life Part 2 - Plus The Alcohol Experiment - Episode #87

In this episode, Jeff and Amy finish covering 27 tips for a better life - highlights from a longer list from lesswrong.com. Plus, they discuss dry January, 'The Alcohol Experiment', and the miraculous recovery of their Instagram account. Be sure to listen for the literal mic drop (sigh). Hope you laugh along with us in this one. Thanks for listening!

Jan 10, 202130 minEp. 87

27 Tips for a Better Life - Part 1 - Episode #86

We're back for a brand new year! Jeff and Amy are chatting about 27 tips for a better life in this episode - highlights from a longer list from lesswrong.com. As always, lots of tangents are included along the way. Thanks for listening, friends!

Jan 04, 202131 minEp. 86

The Four Agreements - Episode #85

In this episode, Amy and Jeff discuss Miguel Ruiz's 'The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom'. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, this book is said to offer a code of conduct that can transform lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love. Thanks for listening, friends!

Nov 01, 202030 minEp. 85

David Attenborough's 'A Life On Our Planet' - Episode #83

This episode is a discussion of David Attenborough's newly released Netflix documentary, 'A Life On Our Planet'. Jeff and Amy cover some of the key ideas from this film, talk about climate change, and chat about how this documentary affected them as viewers. Thanks for listening, friends!

Oct 18, 202030 minEp. 83

Need-To-Know Facts about Masks - Episode #82

Jeff and Amy are chatting about all things mask related. From surprising information to practical tips, this episode covers all the need-to-know information around the most popular new accessory of 2020. And remember: "We isolate now, so when we gather again, no one is missing." Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!

Oct 14, 202031 minEp. 82

Secrets to a Happier Life - Episode #81

Jeff and Amy talk about things you can do to make your everyday a little happier. Lots of laughter in this episode - especially when Jeff's 'Art Hole' comes up in the discussion. Thanks for listening and have a happy day!

Oct 06, 202031 minEp. 81

14 Ways to Travel during a Pandemic - Episode #80

Having travel withdrawal during this pandemic? This episode is full of ways you can see the world from the comfort and safety of your own home. Thanks for listening, friends!

Oct 04, 202031 minEp. 80

Social Media Insanity - Episode #79

Reeling from the unexpected loss of the 'infoquenchpodcast' Instagram account, Jeff and Amy dedicate this episode to the insanity of social media. With a smattering of interesting facts, a few rants along the way, and no shortage of the usual tangents, they discuss what social media means to them. Thanks of listening (and commiserating)!

Sep 30, 202030 minEp. 79

The Social Dilemma - Episode #78

Netflix's documentary-drama is the topic of conversation for this episode, as Amy and Jeff discuss how our lives are impacted by social media - love it or hate it, there's no denying the significance it plays in today's society. Thanks for listening, friends!

Sep 14, 202031 minEp. 78

Man's Search for Meaning - Part 3 - Episode #77

Jeff and Amy go deep with a philosophical discussion as they wrap up this 3-part series on Viktor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning. Thanks for listening, friends!

Sep 04, 202031 minEp. 77

Man's Search for Meaning - Part 2 - Episode #76

Jeff and Amy continue their discussion of Viktor Frankl’s book, 'Man's Search for Meaning'. (Side note... The experiment Jeff references is called the 'Milgram Shock Experiment'). Thanks for listening, friends!

Aug 29, 202030 minEp. 76

Man's Search for Meaning - Part 1 - Episode #75

This episode explores deep questions, as Amy and Jeff discuss Viktor Frankl's book, 'Man's Search for Meaning'. Whether you've read the book, plan to read it, or are just looking for the Coles Notes on the meaning of life, this podcast is for you. Thanks for listening, friends!

Aug 26, 202030 minEp. 75

Ways To Simplify Your Life - Episode #74

Jeff and Amy chat about ways you can simplify your life, sort of... tangent warning in full effect for this episode, including a 'hobby' intervention. Thanks for listening, friends!

Aug 17, 202030 minEp. 74

Catching up with Jeff and Amy - Volume 2 - Episode #73

Amy and Jeff chat about what they've been watching on Netflix and elsewhere AND how they tackled their post-quarantine house clutter in one day - good times! Thanks for listening, friends!!

Jul 27, 202031 minEp. 73

Wine 101 - Part 2 - Episode #72

The wining continues, as Jeff and Amy dive into tips about wine and other pearls of wisdom to take your wine drinking to the next level. Cheers, friends!

Jul 13, 202031 minEp. 72

Wine 101 - Part 1 - Episode #71

Amy and Jeff are not only drinking wine for this episode, they're talking wine as well! In part 1, they cover the basics of wine names and styles, with a few tangents along the way (but would you expect anything less?). Thanks for listening and cheers!

Jun 29, 202031 minEp. 71

How to Tell a Great Story - Episode #70

Amy and Jeff cover tips to help you become a better storyteller, maybe even a GREAT storyteller. Did we hook you in yet? Thanks for listening, friends!

Jun 22, 202031 minEp. 70

Unsolicited Advice - Part 3 - Episode #69

This is the final part of Jeff and Amy's discussion of a random list of unsolicited life advice. Lots of tangents, lots of laughs, and Charlie chimes in at an unprecedented level. Thanks for listening, friends!

Jun 11, 202030 minEp. 69

Unsolicited Advice - Part 2 - Episode #68

In part 2 of this topic, Jeff and Amy continue their discussion of Kevin Kelly's interesting list of life advice. (Bonus: Count the vehicles racing up and down our street during this episode. Didn't they get the memo we were recording?) Thanks for listening, friends!

May 28, 202031 minEp. 68

Unsolicited Advice - Part 1 - Episode #67

Do you remember the 'Wear Sunscreen' classic from the 90s? This episode focuses on that type of unsolicited life advice. Jeff and Amy discuss a list of advice from Kevin Kelly (editor of Wired magazine). Thanks for listening, friends!

May 26, 202030 minEp. 67

Pandemic Bucket List - Episode #66

Because this pandemic thing ain't going away anytime soon, Jeff and Amy keep the theme going. This episode covers 16 things you can jot down to do during the pandemic, or maybe just count how many of these you've already crossed off the list. Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!

May 14, 202031 minEp. 66

Post-Pandemic Predictions - Episode #65

As promised, Amy and Jeff brainstormed on what changes they thought may come about as a result of the ongoing pandemic and spend this episode chatting about those predictions. Bonus: A review of SNL's new format. Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!

May 05, 202031 minEp. 65

12 Pandemic Mental Health Tips - Episode #64

Jeff and Amy talk about steps you can take to help support your mental health in general, but especially in the context of the ongoing pandemic. It's okay to not be okay. Thanks for listening, friends!

Apr 30, 202030 minEp. 64

36 Questions to Fall in Love - Part 3 - Episode #63

This episode is the final installment of questions to fall in love (or more in love). This covers the last set of 12 questions, which get progressively deeper and more personal in nature. Hope you found this 3-part series interesting and that it helps you get to know each other a little better!

Apr 20, 202030 minEp. 63

36 Questions to Fall in Love - Part 2 - Episode #62

In part 2, Jeff is in the driver's seat as he and Amy cover the second set of questions you can ask to fall in love (or more in love). There was a lot of cursing in preparation for this episode, related to challenges with audio quality, but hopefully the end product is acceptable (fingers crossed). Thanks for listening, friends!

Apr 14, 202031 minEp. 62

36 Questions to Fall in Love - Part 1 - Episode #61

In this episode, Jeff and Amy walk you through various questions you can ask to fall in love (or more in love). Spend some quality quarantine time getting to know each other a little better. Have fun, friends!

Apr 09, 202030 minEp. 61

12 Things We Didn't Think About Pre-Pandemic - Episode #60

Jeff and Amy continue to chat about the ongoing pandemic, but this time with a focus on the stuff they never really thought much about before COVID-19. Trying to keep things a bit lighter in this episode - complete with narwhals (Jeff was right). Thanks for listening and stay safe, friends!

Mar 31, 202031 minEp. 60
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