Previously known as "Notion Nerds". A weekly podcast exploring light hearted conversation around Personal Knowledge Management + Productivity through a science and business-backed lens. Hosted by Jonathan Stewart: https://simplicity-specialist.com and D
Jonathan Stewart & Danny Hatcher
We discuss our plans for 2024 and a sneak into the future of what we're focused on! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 6:50 Creator education 15:55 New year goals 23:00 Digital literacy 39:00 Writing for an audience 48:30 Book writing 54:50 Ecological systems 1:04:00 Understanding opposing opinions 1:08:00 Ecological explanations 1:20:00 Ecological communities Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We discuss memory from an ecological perspective. Are our brains for storage? We go into detail!Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Jon's been building his DnD Vault, and in this episode we talk about this and a host of other things! (because it's not a podcast episode if it's not got tons of other discussions!)Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In this episode we talk about refining our Obsidian vaults over time. We discuss adapting template-based systems to individual workflows while retaining flexibility. We delve into structuring notes for different types of characters in roleplaying games. Metadata Menu continues to be highlighted as a simple yet powerful tool for visualizing connections. When explaining concepts to others, balancing depth and brevity is also addressed by Jon. Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
WEdiscuss the new 1.5.0 desktop update for Obsidian, focusing on improvements to tables and canvas functionality and our excitement with Canvas Candy plugin, especially new options for adding headers, footers, and labels to cards. Jon explains how he uses these features to organize D&D campaign information. As well as considering what could be possible in the future when using canvases and databases in Obsidian. Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In this episode, We discuss and debate the evolving open source note-taking app Obsidian. As the community grows, how can it balance accessibility with compensating developers? We discuss Ali Abdaal's comments about equity investment. And analyse whether large "creators" are better defined as media organisations with responsibilities. Jon shares his perspective on using Obsidian primarily for writing, unlike productivity tools. And they debate defining characteristics of open source communities. How can open tools support developers while staying flexible? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In this episode we're talking about Writing in Obsidian more specifically how Jon uses Obsidian for DND! We chat about how Jon finds the app helpful for initiatives tracking in combat encounters by having character sheets and abilities easily accessible. It also allows players to review past sessions or research the world in more detail. As a planning tool, Jon can organise locations and NPC profiles to develop adventure ideas. With its interconnected nature and multi-device syncing, Obsidian provides Jon a smooth DM resource and accessible player companion to document his group's tabletop roleplaying adventures. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We talk about fiction writing and a little bit about D&D :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In this episode we talk about AI summarising inspired by Tiago Forte's recent video on his channel Tiago's Video Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We have a chat about the concept of "Neurodiverse Friendly" tools, all from an ecological perspective. Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We share what apps we primarily use on our phones, and then dive into some philosophical discussion immediately after (because when don't we.) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Both of us have taken BASB, we chat all about our thoughts now, after a couple of years --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We're talking about gamifying education Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We have a chat with a long time listener of our podcast, as he shares how he uses Reviews. Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
So we're diving into creating Jon's Philosophy of Practice. A Philosophy of practice is an ever evolving document that evidences the actions someone takes. You can find both of our POP's in VaultCraft! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
The episode where Danny has a great big rant about education, and where Jon nods their head in agreement... Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We have a chat about how social media has influenced our productivity! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
This week we talk all about the Obsidian properties update! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
AI is getting smarter... or is it? We discuss Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
How do we manage energy? This is what we're talking about today! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Whilst in Berlin Danny and Jon were both reading An Introduction to Ecological Psychology, and we thought what if we invite the writers on to chat more! So we did! Book: https://amzn.to/3O48ju1 (affiliate link!) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
The Architect, Gardener and Librarian. Do they exist and what apps do they fit with... and do we even agree with these ideas... (of course we don't... we contrarian
The PKM world loves to talk about which is better when sorting your notes. Should you put things into folders, or perhaps just have everything linked together on an MOC (master of contents)... or do we just tags. In this episode we chat about our thoughts... and surprising no one we have opinions
We talk about our opinions on Atomic Notes... and how much we really don't see the point. It's a common a productivity thing we're TOLD to like, but honestly we just don't see the point... Alongside that we've got comments for previous episodes
Both Notion & Obsidian made some interesting updates... in this episode we chat about em! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We started this lesson talking about overcomplicated PKM... then we went a tiny bit sideways... with the question: Is PKM (Personal Knowledge Management) Home Education? We discuss: How Personal Knowledge Management is Adult Education... ADHD experience pre-and post diagnosis. "Evil" History of American Education system (Video by Jake Tran). Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | PodcastWatch the Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We're talking about Danny's Experience with using AI for creating stories (and other delightful things!) Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We get a little nerdy in this episode, talking all about Notion owned app Cron and I also shared behind the scenes of my access to Elicit's beta features. Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
This is a bonus episode where we're introducing Ecological Dynamics, based on a workshop Jon recently did! Additional Resources for Further Research Book Perception & Action Podcast Danny's Video Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
At the end of our previous episode we started touching on our relationship with the labels, and Danny aversion to these labels, and my own positive relationship with them. Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In this episode we speak a little bit about this episode from How To ADHD in addition to the comments from last weeks episode. Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
This week we're replying to comments we received last week, and Danny is showing us some editing stuff! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
It's one of those episodes. We talk about a lot of things: - Notion AI & Tiago's Video on it. - What Danny & Jon are up to. - Obsidian vs Morgan Quick Capture And probably a host of other things we've forgotten about! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
If you follow Jon on Twitter he recently asked about "Time Blocking", he didn't get it... but now he's using it?! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Nick Milo made a tweet and Danny and I had thoughts about it. So we spoke about it, and had some extra thoughts! Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In this episode we dive into the mind of Danny, how he manages to get absolutely everything done that he wants to do... This was such a fascinating episode to record - Jon Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Today we're talking about how most of your favourite apps are just glorified word processors and perhaps why that's not a bad thing. *runs and hides from the internet* Joint Research Notes: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We speak about the deliciously touch-y subject of Education and all the systems that are related to it! We share it from a science-y perspective (with Danny) and a Parental perspective (via Jon). Where you can find us: VaultCraftDanny Hatcher: Website | YouTubeJonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We talk about changes we've both made to our systems, with how things have shifted in both of our lives. Where you can find us: Vault Craft - Our Joint Research vault. Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Today we speak all about our collaboration vault called "Vault Craft", how we do it and then diving deep back into Ecological Dynamics/Psychology again! Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Jon talks all about the joys of changing systems, during big changes. Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
Jon is switching to Morgen for his tasks, and Danny is very happy
We talk in more details about writing with AI. Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
We spend a lot of time praising Obsidian... but it's not perfect, so here we talk a little bit about our issues with it... primarily it's the onboarding
Jon shares updates to his Obsidian. Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
In our first episode in 2023 we talk a little bit about AI in Education... and Danny shows off the new updates to his system! (for audio listeners visit our youtube channel to watch!). Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannyjon/message
The final episode of 2022 is where we'll chat all about the joys of this year! Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pkmpodcast/message
So... Obsidian Canvas released in the insiders build and so we had a chat all about that! Then we moved into the fascinating uses of AI inside of Research! Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pkmpodcast/message
Where you can find us: Danny Hatcher: Website | YouTube | Public Notes Jonathan Stewart: Website | Podcast | YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pkmpodcast/message
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