All the Bad Ideas

All the Bad Ideas

By Berkeley Oblad & Kacey NadyComedySociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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All the Bad Ideas episodes

  • Air Fryers, Mormon Wives, & Taxes

    The conversation delves into the significance of numbers, perceptions of age and time, learning styles, self-control, and the magic of air fryers. It also explores the quirks of numbers, perspectives on time and months, podcasts and phone conversations, driving and conversations, road rage, food rules, and self-control. The conversation covers topics ranging from cooking with an air fryer to perceptions of Mormonism and the challenges of tax filing. It delves into the portrayal of Mormonism in media, misconceptions about LDS members, and the challenges of dating as a Mormon. Additionally, it explores positive experiences with LDS members, misconceptions about Mormons, and the challenges of being a Mormon in society. The conversation also touches on the approach to tax filing and attitudes towards rules and regulations.

    Takeaways

    • Numbers hold personal significance
    • Perceptions of age and time vary
    • Self-control and learning styles differ
    • Podcasts and phone conversations preferences
    • The impact of food rules and air fryers Challenges of using an air fryer for cooking
    • Misconceptions about Mormonism and LDS members
    • Attitudes towards tax filing and rule following

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Significance of Numbers
    • 05:08 Learning Styles and Self-Control
    • 10:16 Food Rules and Self-Control
    • 15:48 Cooking with an Air Fryer
    • 25:15 Perceptions of Mormonism
    • 31:58 Tax Filing and Rule Following
    32 min
  • Tailoring, Plumbing, & Age Differences

    The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from the art of tailoring to the pitfalls of Googling, gender differences in prank calling, bathroom experiences abroad, and personal anecdotes and connections. The speakers also discuss the age of attraction, priorities in relationships, life's decisions and relationships, and personal connections through March Madness. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the week's learning.

    Takeaways

    • Learning through conversation
    • The impact of personal experiences on relationships

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Art of Tailoring
    • 05:09 Learning Through Conversation
    • 10:18 Maine and Plumbing
    • 15:22 Bathroom Experiences Abroad
    • 21:59 Knowing What You Want
    • 33:25 Personal Anecdotes and Connections
    • 39:31 Weekly Learning
    22 min
  • Sports, Earthquakes, & Realizations

    The conversation covers a range of topics, including the impact of outdoor activities on well-being, earthquake concerns and reassurances, hot takes on various topics, defining sports and athleticism, the perception of pain, and the debate on the hardest sports in the world. The discussion provides insights into the importance of outdoor activities, the variability of pain perception, and the difficulty of different sports and activities.

    Takeaways

    • Outdoor activities impact well-being
    • Perception of pain varies
    • Defining sports and athleticism

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Impact of Outdoor Activities
    • 26:06 Earthquake Concerns and Reassurances
    • 46:33 Defining Sports and Athleticism
    • 53:16 Perception of Pain and Randomness in Sports
    23 min
  • Mini Microphones & Italy

    The conversation covers a range of topics, including personal anecdotes, travel plans, and experiences with public transportation. It also delves into the idea of visiting Italy and the excitement surrounding the trip. The hosts discuss their international experiences and the importance of having a travel companion with similar experiences. The conversation ends with a lighthearted discussion about planning the trip and the anticipation of the upcoming adventure.

    Takeaways

    • Travel experiences shape one's comfort level with international travel.
    • Planning a trip with a travel companion who has similar experiences can provide peace of mind.
    • The excitement and anticipation of an upcoming trip can be a source of joy and motivation.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Audio Test
    • 05:06 Recovery and Return to Practice
    • 10:18 Nostalgia and Video Games
    • 16:18 Public Transportation and Travel Anxiety
    • 01:01:14 Planning a Trip to Italy
    22 min
  • Resilience, Best Drivers, & The Super Bowl

    The conversation covers a range of topics including navigating emotions, embracing life's challenges, random and hilarious encounters, and the Super Bowl experience. It delves into the complexities of dealing with emotions, finding homeostasis, and building resilience. It also highlights funny and embarrassing moments, celebrity encounters, and the unique experiences of attending the Super Bowl.

    Takeaways

    • Embracing life's challenges builds resilience
    • Random and hilarious encounters can lead to memorable experiences

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Navigating Emotions
    • 05:28 Embracing Life's Challenges
    • 24:34 Random and Hilarious Encounters
    • 40:43 Super Bowl Experience
    27 min
  • Top 240, Sugar Cereal, The Power of Questio

    In this episode, we explore the transformative power of asking the right questions to improve communication and relationships. Discover how strategic questioning can break down barriers, resolve misunderstandings, and fast-track your goals.

    Chapters:

    Introduction & Volleyball Anecdote

    (0:00 - 4:00): Kacey and Berkeley discuss a recent volleyball match and team dynamics.

    Communication & Misunderstandings

    (4:01 - 10:00): The hosts delve into how miscommunication can lead to conflicts, using personal stories to illustrate their points.

    The Art of Questioning

    (10:01 - 20:00): Learn how asking the right questions can prevent defensiveness and foster clarity in conversations.

    Social Media & Personal Branding

    (20:01 - 30:00): A nostalgic look at MySpace and its lessons on authenticity and narcissism.

    Practical Tips for Better Communication

    (30:01 - 40:00): Tips on how to use questions effectively in various scenarios, from leadership meetings to personal interactions.

    This episode is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their communication skills and avoid common pitfalls in everyday conversations.

    23 min
  • Boys vs. Girls, Bob Ross, & Jimmy Fallon

    The conversation covers a range of topics including the art of Mad Libs, the influence of Jimmy Fallon, meeting celebrities, the power of consistency, imposter syndrome in creative fields, learning and growth, understanding differences in communication, and Valentine's Day fun facts.

    Takeaways

    • The importance of consistency in achieving growth and progress.
    • Understanding and appreciating the differences in communication styles between individuals.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 The Art of Mad Libs
    • 05:36 The Power of Consistency
    • 11:17 Learning and Growth
    • 26:11 Understanding Differences in Communication
    • 36:10 Valentine's Day Fun Facts
    25 min
  • Bees, Best Friends, Bad Ideas

    The conversation covers Berkeley's journey into sewing as a new hobby, her learning and experimentation with sewing techniques and patterns, and a discussion about fears and interests related to bees and gardening. The conversation covers a range of topics including the life of a male drone bee, the role of bees in ecosystems, bee encounters and anecdotes, octopuses and animal facts, discussion on rom-coms and movie preferences, and nicknames and their origins. The takeaways include the importance of bees for ecosystems and human survival, as well as the humorous and unexpected nature of nicknames given by friends.

    Takeaways

    • Sewing as a new hobby
    • Learning and experimenting with sewing
    • Fears and interests related to bees Bees are essential for ecosystems and human survival
    • Nicknames are often given by friends and can be humorous or unexpected

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Discovering Sewing as a Hobby
    • 16:05 Conversations about Bees and Gardening
    • 23:16 The Life of a Male Drone Bee
    • 29:20 Octopuses and Animal Facts
    • 37:44 Nicknames and Their Origins
    29 min
  • Bad Ideas With a Side of Peaches

    In our very first episode, we introduce All the Bad Ideas by sharing a few we’ve personally tested, from ignoring a concussion to attempting to mail peaches. From there, the conversation does what it does best and spirals into cul-de-sacs, Gilmore Girls, and the TV shows that raised us. No structure, no experts, just two best friends talking it out.

    30 min

About All the Bad Ideas

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All the Bad Ideas is a podcast hosted by lifelong talkers and chronic over-thinkers Kacey Nady and Berkeley Oblad (respectively), this show is part laughter and part learning.

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