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In this episode of Your Mileage May Vary, Keith and Mike begin by considering the ethics of emotional honesty. They discuss whether withholding one's emotional state constitutes a lie, and how much emotional transparency is required in a functional relationship. Keith argues that stoicism, while flawed, is preferable to emotional overexposure. The conversation quickly turns to situationships, particularly cases where men engage in sustained sexual encounters while deliberately avoiding commitment. The hosts propose several mental models to explain this behavior, ranging from embarrassment to status differentials. Keith draws on the film Bridesmaids for empirical support, which is as close to peer-reviewed literature as the podcast is likely to get. Mike admits to avoiding brunch invitations for fear that a partner might meet Keith and immediately break up with him. Later, the two revisit the topic of sleep sex, a long-dormant segment of the show's canon. A Reddit post prompts speculation on the biomechanics of unconscious consent, as well as the engineering challenges of nocturnal vaginal access. Keith is skeptical of the feasibility, while Mike proposes an alternative strategy involving the mouth. As always, they are more concerned with logistical plausibility than moral implications. Finally, the hosts explore the emotional valence of semen volume and toothbrush sanitation. Keith describes himself as “probably within a standard deviation of the mean,” which is apparently a good thing. A detailed anecdote involving mistaken toothbrush identity is shared, regrettably. The episode concludes with Keith reflecting on his lizard brain and Mike wondering about electro-ejaculators—standard fare for a podcast about relationships. Twitter: @ymmvpod Facebook: ymmvpod Email: ymmvpod@gmail.com

Should I give up flying for the environment's sake? Is it ethical to stay on Twitter and Facebook if I don't like the owners' politics? If a DNA test shows that my dad isn't my biological dad, should I tell him? There are no bad questions. But there are some that are really hard to answer. Those are the ones Vox senior reporter Sigal Samuel likes to tackle. This week on Explain It to Me, she tells host Jonquilyn Hill how she goes about answering your ethical and philosophical questions in her column, Your Mileage May Vary.  Have questions you can't answer? Call Explain It to Me at 1-800-618-8545, or submit them here.  Read more: Sigal's column, Your Mileage May Vary You can't optimize your way to being a good person The Future Perfect newsletter Share your quandaries with Sigal here  Credits: Jonquilyn Hill, host Cristian Ayala, engineer Caitlin PenzeyMoog, fact checker Carla Javier, supervising producer Jorge Just, editor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do Taylor Swift, a clown car, and seasonal porn have in common? They all somehow make it into this week's episode of Your Mileage May Vary! Just Mike and me today, and we're diving into the strange, hilarious, and occasionally bleak corners of sex, relationships, and the modern world. We kick things off with a look at the awkward politics of swinger approaches, including Mike's firsthand confusion at a Lake Tahoe bar that was definitely not what he expected. Then we analyze why Taylor Swift's music might be your secret weapon for attracting 20-something women (pro tip: encyclopedic knowledge of “All Too Well” is apparently a game-changer). Along the way, we discuss whether AI-generated porn is the future of personal fantasies, and whether we'd even want that future in the first place. From there, we pivot into listener questions, tackling the problem of queefing, and a curious case of someone who can masturbate 15 times a day but can't seem to finish during sex. As always, our takes are a mix of irreverent humor and the occasional moment of accidental insight—plus a surprising amount of advice on how not to ruin your marriage over a cushion. Stick around to the end, where we contemplate the ultimate “bro gift” (it's not what you think), seasonal porn costumes, and why some people are oddly dedicated to writing heartfelt comments on Reddit porn. This is an episode where our tangents are as good as the main course, so grab your headphones, settle in, and join us for another wild ride. Twitter: @ymmvpod Facebook: ymmvpod Email: ymmvpod@gmail.com

There are new questions about the future of U.S. transportation funding after the election. Experts are eyeing a shift in priorities, with local transit measures seeing success in unexpected places and tensions rising over partisan divides. While federal investments in infrastructure have sparked broad support, the future of transportation policy — at both the federal and local levels — remains uncertain, influenced by everything from climate goals to regional politics. Senior Staff Writers Jared Brey (Governing*) and Skip Descant (Government Technology*) join the podcast for a special post-election episode of Your Mileage May Vary to discuss the prospects for transit during a time of political transition. SHOW NOTES Here are the top-five takeaways from this episode: Partisan Dynamics in Transit Policy: Transportation infrastructure shows mixed partisanship: Transit funding often aligns with urban, Democrat-led areas, while Republicans favor car-oriented infrastructure in rural and suburban districts. Local-level ballot measures, such as Nashville's recent success funding multimodal transit, illustrate this divide. Shift Toward Basics and Multimodal Solutions: Cities like Nashville and Seattle are prioritizing foundational infrastructure — such as sidewalks, busways and safer intersections — over costly, flashy projects like light rail. This approach aims to create transit systems that meet immediate needs and build public trust. Federal Investment and Uncertainty: The Biden administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law spurred transportation investments popular across party lines. However, the incoming Trump administration raises questions about priorities, particularly in electric vehicle policies and emissions standards. Challenges in Transit Expansion: Efforts to expand transit into suburbs face repeated setbacks, as seen in Atlanta's MARTA system and San Francisco's ride-share tax failure. These examples highlight public resistance to funding transit despite growing urban-suburban connectivity needs. Future Issues to Watch: Key upcoming debates include reauthorization of the Highway Trust Fund in 2026, the ongoing decline of public transit ridership and funding, and the widening policy gaps between states pursuing climate-focused transportation initiatives and those resisting federal influence.   Related Link to stories referenced in the episode: What the 2024 Election Could Mean for Transportation Policy Calif. Strengthens Emissions, Clean Transportation Standards   Our editors used ChatGPT 4.0 to summarize the episode in bullet form to help create the show notes. The main image for this story was created using DALL-E 3.   *Governing and Government Technology are divisions of e.Republic LLC.

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As ridership continues to lag amid a stubbornly slow recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, cities experiment with free rides and micromobility to prove public transit's worth in worsening financial conditions. When New York Gov. Kathy Hochul spiked plans to implement congestion pricing in New York City, it took a much-anticipated annual injection of $1 billion out of the mix — just as public transit systems there and elsewhere were looking to the pricing scheme for some good news in an otherwise bleak fiscal landscape.In TFIC's occasional series, Your Mileage May Vary, senior writers Skip Descant of Government Technology and Jared Brey of Governing discuss the ramifications of Hochul's decision for transit systems across the country as concerns grow over a looming fiscal cliff from which they may not recover. At the same time, some regions are turning to new policy approaches, including fare-free rides and micromobility solutions, to reinforce the value they bring to their communities. SHOW NOTES Here are the top 5 takeaways from this episode: Congestion Pricing Pause in NYC: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul halted New York City's congestion pricing plan. The plan was set to generate $1 billion annually for public transit, critical for addressing financial shortfalls. Political and Financial Implications: Hochul's decision may be influenced by upcoming elections, aiming to avoid voter backlash. The halt leaves New York City's public transit without a vital funding source, exacerbating its financial crisis. Post-Pandemic Public Transit Crisis: Ridership plummeted during COVID-19 and is recovering slowly. Transit systems face significant budget deficits as they struggle to regain fare revenue and maintain service levels. Alternative Funding and Operations Strategies: Several regions are exploring fare-free rides and micromobility solutions to address budget shortfalls. These measures aim to cut costs and attract riders, but their long-term sustainability and effectiveness are uncertain. State and Local Government Responses: Some state and local governments are stepping in to cover budget gaps. The level of support varies in places from New York to Minneapolis, and the financial viability of transit systems heavily depends on continued government subsidies and innovative funding solutions. Related Links to stories referenced in the episode: Transit Agencies Must Replace Thousands of Maintenance Workers Why Some Cities Want to Combine Transit Agencies Resisting the Campaign for Safer Streets Eliminate Silos to Innovate Your Transportation System Our editors used ChatGPT 4.0 to summarize the episode in bullet form to help create the show notes. The main image for this story was created using DALL-E 3.  Subscribe to The Future In Context for free on YouTube or the podcast app of your choice — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy and Audible.

Reducing traffic deaths is a compelling proposition, but it gets complicated when trying to make it so. Reduced enforcement of traffic laws, increased rates of driver impairment, cellphone distractions and street designs that prioritize speed have helped reverse long-standing traffic safety gains in American cities.Programs like Vision Zero, aimed at eliminating traffic deaths, face challenges in implementation and efficacy, though success stories like Hoboken, N.J., offer hope. Federal initiatives such as Safe Streets and Roads for All provide substantial funding opportunities for cities to enhance street safety. However, administrative barriers may hinder smaller municipalities from accessing these resources.In TFIC's occasional series, Your Mileage May Vary, and Senior Writer Jared Brey (Governing) and Senior Writer Skip Descant (Government Technology*) explore how controversies around street design interventions — so-called traffic calming — like bike lanes and curb extensions highlight the challenges of balancing various transportation needs and navigating public perceptions. Technology plays a crucial role in supporting infrastructure improvements, from speed monitoring to data-driven safety assessments. In the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collapse, the daunting task of rebuilding underscores the importance of robust infrastructure planning and response mechanisms. SHOW NOTES Here are the top 5 takeaways from this episode: Traffic Safety Trends: Despite long-term declines in traffic fatalities, American cities have experienced a concerning uptick in traffic-related deaths and collisions, particularly during the pandemic, attributed to factors like reduced enforcement and increased impairment. Challenges of Vision Zero: While programs like Vision Zero aim to eliminate traffic deaths, implementation faces hurdles, with mixed success in cities like San Francisco. Strategies include redesigning streets for safety and setting ambitious goals, but efficacy varies across contexts. Federal Funding Opportunities: Federal initiatives such as Safe Streets and Roads for All offer substantial funding to enhance street safety, but smaller municipalities may face administrative challenges in accessing these resources, highlighting the need for capacity-building support. Controversies in Street Design: Controversies around street interventions like bike lanes and curb extensions underscore the challenges of balancing diverse transportation needs and navigating public perceptions, with technology playing a crucial role in supporting infrastructure improvements. Lessons from Infrastructure Failures: Infrastructure failures like the Baltimore bridge collapse highlight the importance of robust planning and response mechanisms, underscoring the daunting task of rebuilding and its potential impacts on regional and global trade. Related Links to stories referenced in the episode: How Hoboken Has Gone Years Without a Traffic Death Pedestrian Fatalities Reach Record High Our editors used ChatGPT 4.0 to summarize the episode in bullet form to help create the show notes. The main image for this story was created using DALL-E 3. Subscribe for free on YouTube or the podcast app of your choice — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy and Audible.

The freedom of the open road would become a little less free if congestion pricing became widespread in America. The strategy aims to reduce traffic congestion by charging variable fees for driving at certain times in certain areas. Planners and policymakers see the potential revenue to offset declining gas tax receipts as vehicles become more fuel efficient. Decades after dynamic pricing was implemented by some international cities, only a relative handful of American cities — New York, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston and Washington, D.C. — have adopted plans for at least partial implementations of the pricing model. In the debut of an occasional series called Your Mileage May Vary, Senior Writers Skip Descant (Government Technology) and Jared Brey (Governing) join The Future In Context to explore the efforts to bring the model to America and whether resistance is waning. The story of congestion pricing underscores the complexity of transportation and infrastructure management; and highlights the importance of strategic planning, community engagement and adaptive policies to address evolving challenges effectively. SHOW NOTES Here are the top 5 takeaways from this episode: Congestion Pricing: The concept of congestion pricing, though controversial, is gaining traction as a means to manage traffic congestion, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fund transportation infrastructure. It involves charging drivers for road usage, especially in congested areas, to incentivize alternative modes of transportation. Funding Challenges and Alternative Revenue Sources: Traditional funding sources like the gas tax are becoming insufficient due to factors such as increased fuel efficiency and the rise of electric vehicles. Policymakers are exploring alternative revenue sources like vehicle miles traveled (VMT) fees to sustainably fund transportation infrastructure projects. Public Engagement and Policy Design: Effective policy design requires thorough public engagement to understand community needs and concerns. Policymakers should align their goals, whether reducing congestion, cutting emissions or improving driving experiences, with the preferences of the public to garner support and ensure successful implementation. Economic, Social and Environmental Importance: Transportation and infrastructure are vital for economic growth, social well-being and environmental sustainability. They affect various aspects of life and are crucial for governments to manage effectively. Long-Term Perspective and Political Will: Implementing significant changes in transportation and infrastructure requires a long-term perspective and political will. Policymakers must navigate complex challenges, including public resistance, competing interests and the need for sustainable solutions that address both current and future needs. Related Links to stories referenced in the episode: To Sell Congestion Pricing Plans, Don't Mention Climate Change Washington's $15 Tolls Hope to Reduce Traffic, Increase Revenue After NYC, Will Los Angeles Be Next to Consider Congestion Pricing? Hope for Car-Haters Our editors used ChatGPT 4.0 to summarize the episode in bullet form to help create the show notes. The main image for this story was created using DALL-E 3. Listen to this episode on the player below or subscribe for free on YouTube or the podcast app of your choice — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy and Audible.

That glow I have is the good feeling from being told by Ally, in no uncertain terms, that my orgasms are surely stronger than hers, and perhaps stronger than all women's. "Why else would men pursue sex so much more than women," she says. "It must be better for you guys." Amen to that, and thanks to Ally we also learned that the products of teenage masturbation also may be more memorable for men than for women. Next, we take a look at some reviews of male pleasure devices from Amazon, and wondered how long it would be before, paired with the metaverse, men could live in a sexual holodeck. And, do women really want a man to "suck" on their clit? This seems like something that might be too aggressive for the typical lady. Which reminds me, what explains the relative popularity of sex podcasts which just reinforce the standard cultural narratives? I know, you're probably thinking that the standard narrative is something out of the 1950s, complete with tradwives and obligation sex. But that's not the modern world. Today, humans without discernible gender are normalized. There's nothing wrong with treating people well, but it's a shame when the net result is to muddle life for those of us (the vast majority) who do fit into the traditional paradigm. Little surprise, then, that so many would rather play Fortnite or scroll Instagram Reels than sex one another. What a world it would be if men and women alike listened to Your Mileage May Vary, to learn how their sex parts are supposed to work, and to discern an orgasm from hyperventilation. Do you really want to leave such important matters to Alex Cooper and her minions? Presumably not. So, if you're reading this, like and subscribe and share YMMV. It's one of the few things you can do that genuinely might save humanity from itself. Here's the male masturbator product we discussed early in the episode: https://ymmv.me/157/masturbator We get a lot of our questions from Reddit, so for our listeners' enjoyment, here are links to some of the questions we discussed this week: https://ymmv.me/157/teacher https://ymmv.me/157/nipples https://ymmv.me/157/elizabethan https://ymmv.me/157/orgasm Twitter: @ymmvpod Facebook: ymmvpod Email: ymmvpod@gmail.com

Is it possible that a woman could enjoy using a dildo on herself that has a fake cum reservoir that, when squeezed, squirts simulated semen into her? We're sort of doubtful. Same goes for women requesting their partners give them facials. Sure, a woman might accede to such a request, and even appear excited to do it. But in reality, she shouldn't want to.... Right? ... Right? We revisit the topic of who orgasms first, an area where Ally had some issues which have now been corrected by Mike, much to her boyfriend's joy. And, we discuss whether a woman could enjoy going down on a man while he's using a VR headset to view content instead of paying attention to her. To follow along with the videos discussed at the beginning of the episode (we started at 3:05 into the video): https://ymmv.me/44/bad-dragon We get a lot of our questions from the Reddit, so for our listeners' enjoyment, here are links to some of the questions we discussed this week: https://ymmv.me/44/vr-porn https://ymmv.me/44/after-sex https://ymmv.me/44/facial-request https://ymmv.me/44/orgasm-order Twitter: @ymmvpod Facebook: ymmvpod Email: ymmvpod@gmail.com

I recently got a message from a reader, who said, “I don’t know if it’s meditation or you reaching a new level professionally, but I feel like your writing is on FIRE!” I do feel my writing has improved over the last year. They’re right to think the meditation I talked about on episode 246 has helped. If I had to pick one thing that has improved my writing, it’s starting to use the Zettelkasten method I talked about on episode 250. But I wouldn’t be able to manage my Zettelkasten if it weren’t for a recent breakthrough in how, physically, I write. It wouldn’t be possible without my new low-EMF computing setup. What are EMFs? On episode 206, my Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs summary, I talked about evidence suggesting non-ionizing EMFs, or electromagnetic fields, may cause health problems. EMFs are emitted by electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers – even the electricity these items run on emits EMFs. (I’m cautious to use the term “radiation”, since – as the irrationally rational are always quick to point out – it’s non-ionizing radiation. But it is radiation). When I learned about these potential health effects, I started to look more closely at my day-to-day exposure. What I discovered through trial-and-error has changed the way I use electronics, and it has improved my well-being, and thus the clarity of my thoughts and the clarity of my writing. Your Mileage May Vary I’ll preface this with a couple things. One is that I have long struggled with a mysterious illness. I won’t go too far into details here, but my worst symptoms are chronic muscle tension, brain fog, and a wide breadth of food sensitivities. One doctor thinks it’s chronic Lyme disease, and I’m one of the unlucky people highly sensitive to the contents of amalgam fillings, as I’ve been responding very well to replacing my fillings and following a heavy-metal chelation protocol. Everything I just said is controversial in traditional medicine, and I remain open-minded about the true sources of my suffering. The fact remains I’m one person, living in this body for what remains of this life, and I can’t wait for definitive answers when it comes to treatment and management – especially when all traditional avenues have repeatedly failed me. But I mention these things to say, also, that Your Mileage May Vary. You may have zero sensitivities to EMFs, and you may deem the potential health risks worth the benefits. I am not here to convince you that I am sensitive to EMFs, nor that you are sensitive to EMFs. I’m only here to share what I wish I had known years ago. Electrohypersensitivity (EHS): Is it real? I’m 95% sure that I have electromagnetic hypersensitivity, or EHS. This, once again, is controversial in the medical establishment. Some say this is totally a thing. Others say it’s all in my head. Governments such as France and parts of Sweden recognize EHS as a disability. But The World Health Organization does not recognize EHS as a medical condition, despite the fact a former head of WHO claims to suffer from EHS. The WHO suggests – in addition to searching for other root causes such as noise or flickering lights – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Still, as much as 10% of a population have reported they suffer from EHS. Well, I’ve done plenty of therapy, and I’ve done a ton of meditation. I’ve pushed the edges of self-control and self-knowledge in emotional, behavioral, and dietary interventions. I’ve systematized and tracked diets and symptoms, trying to reduce noise and find patterns. I’m an active student of the many biases and errors of observation that can cause one to fool oneself. Still, reducing my exposure to certain bands of EMFs has been one of the biggest breakthroughs in my health struggle. I can’t be 100% sure, but I’m sure enough that I’ve changed how I use technology, and I feel much better since I’ve done so. Which types of EMF to reduce? When I started trying to reduce my exposure to EMFs in my daily computing, I was thinking only of WiFi, Bluetooth and LTE. I started using a wired Ethernet connection at home. I reduced my use of Bluetooth devices. I felt better, but it wasn’t a dramatic improvement. Then, I noticed something strange: On my iPad, I could write for hours. On my computer, I quickly got fatigued. I had long used a program on my computer that reminded me to take a break every hour. Whenever that reminder came, I was already having trouble concentrating. I didn’t have that program on my iPad, and I didn’t need it. I got fatigued less often on my iPad. No, a wired keyboard is not magically low-EMF I got a wired external keyboard, and distanced myself from my computer, thinking maybe my fatigue had something to do with being close to the computer itself. Again, I saw an improvement, but whenever I returned after a break, I could feel muscles in my chest twitch and tighten, and my breath shorten. Even far away from my computer, on a wired keyboard, I needed to limit my computer use, and take long breaks. I tried to do as much as I could on my iPad. But, strangely, I had to use a lightweight keyboard to use my iPad without symptoms. If I hooked up my heavy-duty keyboard to my iPad, I soon had the muscle tension and shortness of breath. Bluetooth may be your best bet (than again, maybe not!) It wasn’t until I distanced myself from anything physically connected to the computer that I could use it for hours without fatigue and trouble concentrating. Surprisingly, this meant using a wireless trackpad, and a wireless keyboard. That’s right: Bluetooth. When I finally bought a meter, I realized that in the electric field band – AC power is 60Hz – my computer emitted way more EMFs than my iPad. My wired keyboard I had carefully selected also emitted high EMFs in this band, when connected to my computer. And, this same keyboard emitted high EMFs, even when connected to my iPad – which helped explain why I had symptoms when using it with my iPad. Based on my personal experimentation, I’m not terribly sensitive to Bluetooth, nor WiFi, nor LTE. I think I am a little sensitive to all of them, but it’s nothing like when I’m exposed 60Hz radiation. That’s when my symptoms are at their worst. I optimize my EMF exposure more to be able to actually work than to avoid health effects. Bluetooth and WiFi are possibly not good for you – then again, maybe they’ll make no long-term difference to your health. I avoid unnecessary exposure when practical, but am mostly concerned with being able to work. Know which band(s) you’re sensitive to If you suspect you are EHS, keep an open mind about which bands of EMF, specifically, you are sensitive to. I feel better when I reduce exposure to 60Hz. I’ve met other people who say Bluetooth and WiFi are their nemeses. For others, it’s LTE. Others are sensitive to the new 5G technology (I can’t believe I have to say this, but please don’t lump EHS sufferers in with 5G conspiracy theorists.) After I discovered I was sensitive to electricity, it made sense why I needed to take such frequent breaks when using my laptop, but not my iPad. It also made a lot of sense why I had gravitated toward writing on an AlphaSmart. At first, I thought my improved concentration on either of these devices had to do with the lack of ease with which I could access other information – which would effect my propensity to think about other information (the characteristics I called “slippy” and “grippy” on episode 230). I posit this affects my stress response, and thus my symptoms, but I don’t think it explains the drastic differences in my symptoms across these devices. My low-EMF computing setup So, Your Mileage May Vary, but here is my low-EMF computing setup. I keep my laptop a few feet away at all times I keep my laptop a few feet away from me at all times. Yes, this means that I never use my laptop as a laptop, and I use an external display. You may wonder, Why don’t I get a Mac Mini or a desktop computer? I’ll explain why in a bit. I keep my laptop far away, and use an overbed table to keep distance from the monitor, using a Bluetooth keyboard and trackpad. I experimented with keeping my laptop several feet away, in a closet, and considered constructing an EMF-blocking enclosure for it – called a Faraday cage. This would be nice, but since Bluetooth is my best option for peripherals, a few feet away provides the best mix of lower EMF exposure, and somewhat-reliable connectivity for my keyboard and trackpad. The only times I’ve used my laptop as a portable computer over the past coronavirus year has been to take it into my recording studio. I still try to stay as far away from my computer as possible, but in these cases I’m using the screen on the laptop, and EMFs are emitted by my microphone. So, the time I can spend recording is limited, before my thinking gets cloudy. It takes time to recover if I get to that point. I use battery power whenever possible My laptop emits less electric field radiation when running off battery power, so I use battery power on my laptop whenever possible. I keep my laptop plugged into an AC power switch. In this way, it is plugged in, but not pulling power, because the switch is in the “off” position. For reasons I don’t understand, my laptop emits a weaker EMF in this way – perhaps this grounds it. When I’m low on battery power, or when I’m leaving my office for a while, I switch the power on, to recharge the battery. This AC power switch makes it easy to run my laptop on battery power Anything that is connected to AC power emits an electric field. Even dormant outlets themselves emit one. Peripherals connected to the laptop also emit this radiation. When I use battery power, that lowers the power of the electric field emitted by my laptop, and by any peripherals connected to it – such as my monitor, a webcam, or a microphone. There is still some, but it is lower. And that is why I don’t have a desktop computer – it’s better for me to run on battery power. I use an external monitor I use an external monitor, attached to my laptop. I don’t use my laptop screen at all. I point the laptop screen away from me so it doesn’t distract me. I wish I could operate my laptop with an external monitor and the laptop closed, but on my laptop this only works when it is connected to AC power. That of course would greatly increase the power of the electric fields the computer and all peripherals emitted. I have not experimented with different monitors to find which ones emit less radiation – I just bought the cheapest and smallest monitor I could find. The monitor has to be connected to AC power to operate, but the radiation emitted is lower when the laptop is running off battery power, as radiation travels through the HDMI cable. I suppose I could get a large tablet and use that as an external monitor, with battery power, perhaps even connected through AirPlay. I have not experimented with that yet. As I write this it seems like a clearly better idea. I keep my distance with a rolling overbed table I have a rolling overbed table, which I bought to write on while laid back in my recliner. My favorite new writing setup: In a recliner, with one of those over-bed tables you might see in a hospital. Laid back, with my mind on writing and writing on my mind. pic.twitter.com/5tpvF67rr0 — ? David Kadavy (@kadavy) July 30, 2020 I now also use this overbed table to keep my distance from my monitor when at my computer. Since my monitor is connected to AC power, it emits a lot of 60Hz radiation, and I notice if I get too close. Since I stay back a few feet, I’ve adjusted my display settings to display things larger. Again, being so far from my display probably wouldn’t be necessary if I used a large tablet, on battery power, as my monitor. I don’t feel sensitive to my iPad when I write on it from quite close. It emits very little radiation. Larger tablets probably emit more, though in comparison it’s probably negligible. I use a Bluetooth keyboard The first keyboard I tried was a mechanical iKBC CD87 v2, based upon another article on low-EMF keyboards. This article had said that mechanical keyboards emit less radiation. I now realize it didn’t specify what band of radiation. I still developed muscle tension, fatigue, and brain fog when using this keyboard far from my computer, and even when connected to my iPad. I experimented with using, on my computer, the portable keyboard I use with my iPad, in Bluetooth mode. It was a big improvement. This was when I realized I was not nearly as sensitive to Bluetooth radiation as I am to AC power. So, I set out to find a nice Bluetooth keyboard. I decided on the Mistel Barocco MD770, which is a mechanical split keyboard with both Bluetooth and wired capability (I went for the extra-clicky Cherry MX Blue switches). Like any Bluetooth keyboard I’ve used, its connection is flakey at times – especially since I use it several feet from my laptop. But for the first time in years, I can work on my computer for hours with little fatigue. I use a Bluetooth trackpad For mousing I use a Bluetooth Magic Trackpad 2. In the beginning of my low-EMF computing quest, I was using this wired to my laptop. Once I realized AC power was my biggest culprit, I switched to Bluetooth, which was an improvement. However, I do wire the trackpad to my iPad without a problem. I use an EMF meter to optimize my setup The EMF meter I use to optimize my low-EMF computing setup is the Meterk. It’s very cheap – only about $35. It only measures electric fields and magnetic fields, so not Bluetooth, nor WiFi, nor radio frequencies. AC power is what I’m most sensitive to, so I’m satisfied with how this meter helps me manage exposure. Anyone sensitive to other bands will want to get a meter that measures the offending bands. Many people like the Trifield. Then again, I’m not entirely sure that what’s measured by a meter in a particular band directly translates into effects EMFs have on the cells in one’s body. This could be part of why scientists are having trouble agreeing on whether EHS even exists. Really there’s nothing better than experimenting until you come up with what works for you. There’s my low-EMF computing setup There’s my low-EMF computing setup. It’s admittedly strange. I hope none of you are sensitive to your devices, because as you can see it’s massively inconvenient – bordering on debilitating – when you work with computers most of the day. Still, the effort and extra expense has paid off big for me. If you’re one of the many people with a mysterious chronic illness, it may be worth experimenting to see if EMFs are contributing to your symptoms. If you are sensitive to EMFs, I hope this gives you some ideas for how you can be productive and feel better when working with technology. Last chance to join the True Fan Patreon tier I'm offering the special "True Fan" Patreon tier through May. Join today and get lots of benefits at a discounted price. Learn more here » About Your Host, David Kadavy David Kadavy is author of Mind Management, Not Time Management, The Heart to Start and Design for Hackers. Through the Love Your Work podcast, his Love Mondays newsletter, and self-publishing coaching David helps you make it as a creative. Follow David on: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube Subscribe to Love Your Work Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify Stitcher YouTube RSS Email Support the show on Patreon Put your money where your mind is. Patreon lets you support independent creators like me. Support now on Patreon »     Show notes: http://kadavy.net/blog/posts/low-emf-computing/

Airlines wiped out change fees in a hurry! United went first, which we discussed on a recent episode. Then, American, Delta, Alaska and Hawaiian followed. They used words like "forever", which is a nebulous term in the airline world. Seth Miller from PaxEx.Aero and the Dots, Lines and Destinations podcast joins us to break it all down. Joe from Your Mileage May Vary also joins me to bring you travel news (also check out their FB group). Links: Renting an Airbnb During The Pandemic Hyatt Crushes The Other Hotel Promos Park MGM Reopens As a Smoke-Free Casino The Cayman Islands Are Reopening, But Do You Really Want to Go? If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us attract more listeners! Hope you enjoy the show! If you have a suggestion for a future show find me on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and let me know what you’d like to hear about!

Wondering what to expect when it comes to elite benefits for your hotel status during the COVID-19 crisis? I am, too. I'm joined this week by Kevin Carter, who oversees a portfolio of full-service, limited service and select service hotels from popular brands like Hilton and IHG. Before that, we've got 2 new bits this week: I need your help with a quick survey to help us make the podcast better. And, I'm giving away a couple of $50 gift cards to two random folks who take 2 minutes to fill out the survey. Here's the link.As I mentioned last week, we're bringing news into the show at the front to lead off as often as possible. I've got Joe from Your Mileage May Vary to ride shotgun today on our news segments. Links to the news bits we discussed: Does the Chase Sapphire Reserve have a new, temporary 5X category? Travel bookings and searches are both down. Are people scared to travel? Spirit Airlines will sell you just about everything you need to fly, including your COVID-19 protection??? The most elegant lady in the air, the Queen of the Skies Boeing 747, will be halting production in the near future. My guest this week is Kevin Carter, a 40-year veteran of the hospitality industry. I've spent plenty of time wondering what to expect when I do finally start traveling again. What does a free breakfast look like in the world of COVID-19 (early reports aren't good)? Kevin shares some insights from a hotel owner's perspective on what we should expect in the future. If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you’ll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us attract more listeners! Hope you enjoy the show! If you have a suggestion for a future show find me on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and let me know what you’d like to hear about!

Today on The Rita Made Me DO it! Show I'm talking with Kristine Goad about living out your biggest, boldest, most audacious dreams and how, no matter what your age, profession or situation in life you can reinvent yourself.  She also shares how doing the things that scared her most led her to create the Surfing Your Edge Experience, which helps women expand their comfort zones, re-envision who they are and what is possible for them - through the power of coming together to learn to surf.   Kristine Goad is a personal transformation coach and adventure retreat leader.   She gets bored easily and doesn't fit into most of the standard boxes current society provides. As a result, she's made a life out of reinventing herself, asking questions and following where they lead, and doing the thing that scares her most at any given time. She's at her best when she's in over her head and having to figure out what comes next, which is why she's usually in the middle of doing something she doesn't yet know how to do.    She calls that surfing her edge.    Along the way, Kristine has written and published a book called Your Mileage May Vary; led a fundraising team for a national environmental organization; written for magazines, newspapers, and websites; participated in the largest cross-country bicycle event in U.S. history; competed in what was at the time the largest sprint-distance triathlon event in world history...all of which led to Kristine founding the Big, Bold, Begin It Project in 2015 to help people get their dreams out of their heads and into the world and the Surfing Your Edge Experience in 2018 to help other women expand their comfort zones, re-envision who they are and what is possible for them, and surf their own edges in whatever parts of their lives they choose.    Join us as we discuss:   How Kristine went from being terrified of open water to hosting an annual surf retreat for women Why Kristine stayed in a toxic job and how that same thing may be keeping you in situations that aren't moving you forward What a palm reader told Kristine that created a series of events that took her from fundraising for a non-profit in DC to surfing the waves in Panama City If you want to have success in any area of your life or business, this is how you have to show up…. How one Facebook post got Kristine her first 6 clients and why you should do the same if you are just starting out in your business What most people don't tell you when they announce that they quit their job to start their own business Three things that enabled Kristine's first retreat to be a big success You think it's a sign to not do something bit it's most likely this… What to do if you don't fit into the box people are trying to put you in How a mistake made on her first retreat showed Kristine what she needed the most to be a powerful coach for her clients An unlikely sign of perfectionism and how it may be holding you back in your business   And so much more!   Surfing Your Edge Retreat & Group Coaching Program: http://surfingyouredge.life Kristine Goad: http://kristinegoad.com Surfing Your Edge Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/surfinyouedge Women Surfing Their Edge Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensurfingtheiredge/ Canva:  http://canva.com “Your Mileage May Vary” by Kristine Goad: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/your-mileage-may-vary DC Podfest:  http://dcpodfest.com American Lung Association:  http://www.lung.org “Phenomenal: A Hesitant Adventurer's Search for Wonder in the Natural World” by Leigh Ann Henion  https://www.amazon.com/Phenomenal-Hesitant-Adventurers-Search-Natural/dp/0143108034 “The Next Big Idea” podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-big-idea/id1482067226 “The Brendon Show” podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brendon-show/id821746377 “Positive Mindset for Entrepreneurs with Dana Wilde” podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-mindset-for-entrepreneurs-from-the-mind-aware/id1044864838   Join me in my FREE private Facebook community, the All-In entrepreneur: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theallinentrepreneur/   Connect with me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ritagoodroe 

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official BoardingArea Podcast! This week Joe Hegedus from Your Mileage May Vary joins host Ed Pizza to chat about some of the top news and posts of the week on BoardingArea. The gents chat about news in the headlines: New Amex Offers from Marriott and for stays in Las Vegas and speaking of Vegas, a new international flight launches service between Sin City and the City of Lights. Tune in to hear a discussion on whether elite status matters anymore and the evolution of the economy class experience. They also chat about yet another Capital One transfer bonus, a possible partnership between JetBlue and Norwegian Air and Marriott's acquisition of seven all-inclusive Caribbean resorts. Links Airline Status Matters For Some People But Most Of Us Should Just Ignore It Amex Offers: Save Money In Vegas And At Marriott Is The Economy Class Experience Starting To Get Better? Marriott Is Buying Seven Caribbean Hotels To Add To Its All-Inclusive Portfolio 33.3% transfer bonus from Capital One to Qantas La Compagnie Will Fly To Las Vegas Via Iceland Norwegian Air & Jet Blue in Tentative Trans-Atlantic Agreement Miles to Go: Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

Welcome to NowBoarding: The Official Boarding Area Podcast! On each NowBoarding flight, you'll get a chance to learn more about the folks behind your favorite travel blogs. How they got into blogging about flights, hotels, credit cards and other deals; their favorite destinations and preferred credit cards and loyalty programs. This week Joe & Sharon from Your Mileage May Vary jump in the cock pit with "Captain" Ed Pizza, host of Miles to Go and writer of Pizza in Motion. Tune in to hear all about how this couple first started blogging about travel, their favorite destinations, credit cards and more! Show Notes Your Mileage May Vary Thanks to our Sponsor! AutoSlash Don't forget to check out the Miles To Go Podcast where we bring you the latest travel news, tips and tricks each week to help you save money and travel better.

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In this episode of the podcast, we review Tracey Todhunter’s new book, Women’s Weekly Guide to Crochet, which is inspiring us to pick up our hooks. Along with the usual - shout-outs, chat about what we’ve been working on, upcoming events and a very special announcement! Shout outs, news, events:  Shout to all the regulars and new faces at our knit night who took over three tables in the pub this week, and thanks for everyone’s yarn show tips! Thanks to everyone who commented on the last episode of the podcast, and congratulations to our giveaway winner of CC Almon’s book Coffee With CC – Clare!  News and events: 18-24 April: Makers for Fashion Revolution photo challenge hosted by Karie Westermann, aka Kariebookish, on Instagram. The idea behind the challenge is to get conversation happening within the making community about where our clothes come from.  21 April: A Yarn Story is bringing their Shibui Mix Party to Omnibus, in Clapham. This one-off special event will give you a chance to learn more about the Shibui Mix Concept and try out their various yarns to create your own personalized textures for your knits. Space is limited but tickets are still available for £15, a portion of which will be credited to any yarn purchases made on the evening.  23-24 April: Wonderwool Wales in Builth Wells.  30 April- 1 May: The annual Knitter’s Folic in Toronto!  30 April: Wooltastic Mini Pop-Up Wool Show, Walton Village Hall, Cumbria. 30 April: Yarn Shop Day - show your love for your local Yarn Shop by popping in to see what they have. In Manchester, Brit Yarn will be having a special pop-up at the Countess Ablaze studio. In Bath, A Yarn Story will have a yarn tasting of all their Fibre Co. yarns and will have a world-exclusive of The Fibre Co.’s newest yarn, Arranmore!  7 May: Wharfe Wool Fair, Ilkley 21 May: Highland Wool and Textile Fair, Dingwall Mart 21-22 May: Baa Baa Bazaar at the Shepley Spring Festival, Shepley. UK Fibre and Yarn Events group on Ravelry. What we’re working on: Rachel is working on the Crocheted Starburst Baby Blanket by Sara Rivka, and the Coffee Date shawl by C. C. Almon. In finished objects, she's blocked the world's largest shawl (Freshwater Shawl from the last podcast), and finished her latest shawl design.  Allison finished Your Mileage May Vary by Joanne Scrace and finished spinning her Porpoise Fur fibre club from January resulting in 138 yards of worsted weight yarn. She’s now back to working her way through her WIPs and on a couple of baby and toddler sweaters.  Book review: Women’s Weekly Guide to Crochet by Tracey Todhunter  Tracy Todhunter, a long time crochet designer and teacher, has a new book out that is perfect for those, like us, who are not the most accomplished crocheters. Great photos, tutorials and tips for all! You can find it on Amazon UK and in your local yarn store. It's also available in the US, as Crochet: Learn It. Love It. Wonderful Wonderwool (and other Yarn Show) Tips  At our most recent Knit Night, we asked for tips from our compatriots on how they get ready for wool shows, and we share their thoughts with you. And speaking of yarn shows…  We have a big announcement: the Yarnporium is coming!!!! All the details that are currently available are here, and stay tuned for more announcements in the coming weeks. If you are interested in vending at the Yarnporium, more information is here, and if you'd like to volunteer, there's information here. *** Please let us know what you think through comments on the show notes, send us an email at hello@yarninthecity.com or via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes or Stitcher Radio (and please consider leaving a review for us!), or download us directly from the Yarn in the City website.   On Wednesday nights you can find us at knit night at The Goat on the Rise pub on Battersea Rise, close to Clapham Junction station in SW London. We meet from 7pm to around 10pm. The food is great and the knitters are friendly. Join us!  Music (all available on NoiseTrade):Sunstroke - WylderOffer Up My Love - Midnight PilotThe Good Life - Midnight Pilot

Thank you for understanding the delay in the podcast over the last 2 weeks.  I am glad to be back behind the wheel to chat with you! You've Arrived at Your Destination Giraffe Itty Bitty Toys Drive Big Bang Theory Scarf Rocky Coast June's Favorite Cardigan Road Maps - a quick overview of Feedly as a replacement for Google Reader.  I also tried Bloglovin', but it looks like I will stick with Feedly for now. Your Mileage May Vary - a new segment where I delve into some of those issues that always spur discussion among knitters.  Join us over in the Ravelry Group for further discussion about this week's topic. This week is all about the tech support - where do you go when the pattern is not quite clear, or includes a technique with which you are not familiar.  Feel free to share some of your favorite resources in the group KnittingHelp.com Carpool Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013 Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to: Commuter Knitter Podcast P.O. Box 203 Botsford, CT 06404 Healing Newtown  Road Trips Connecticut Sheep & Wool I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VTMetaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MANorthampton Wools Northampton, MAWEBS Northampton, MAMarji's Yarncrafts Granby, CTCreative Fibers Windsor, CTYarnover Avon, CTVillage Wools Glastonbury, CTKnit New Haven New Haven, CTYarn Barn Woodbridge, CTThe Yarn Basket Branford, CT  Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com

I introduce a new segment this week - Your Mileage May Vary - a place to open up some discussion about some hot topics! Drive Giraffe Itty Bitty Toys Rearview Mirror/Road Maps - choosing yarn and other tips for toy knitting First Teddy Bear The Knitted Teddy Bear by Sandra Polley Teddy Bear for Carlos Santa Claus Mrs. Claus Cuddly Clown Topsy Turvy Doll Your Mileage May Vary - a new segment where I delve into some of those issues that always spur discussion among knitters.  Join us over in the Ravelry Group for further discussion about this week's topic. This week I discuss pattern writing - how detailed should the instructions be?  Line-by-line step-by-step, or more open-ended where it is up to the knitter to fill in the blanks.   Yarn Harlot - "Shades of Grey" blog post on Monday, March 25, 2013 Jane & Jen Knit Funny - see episode 20 where Jane and Jen discuss how they re-chart patterns to fit their preferences and styles. Carpool Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013 Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to: Commuter Knitter Podcast P.O. Box 203 Botsford, CT 06404 Healing Newtown  Road Trips Connecticut Sheep & Wool I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VTMetaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MANorthampton Wools Northampton, MAWEBS Northampton, MAMarji's Yarncrafts Granby, CTCreative Fibers Windsor, CTYarnover Avon, CTVillage Wools Glastonbury, CTKnit New Haven New Haven, CTYarn Barn Woodbridge, CTThe Yarn Basket Branford, CT  Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com

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