Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You

Change your sheets before leaving town—you'll thank yourself when you return. It transforms the chaos of coming home into something genuinely comforting. A small effort before departure becomes a luxurious welcome back.

Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

When you're stuck in a funk, think back to someone who showed up for you—a helpful Uber driver, a patient cashier, a colleague who went the extra mile. Write them a review, send a note, or leave a positive comment. It costs nothing, takes seconds, and transforms two people's days at once.

Amanda B. (she/her) is the writer, host and producer of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. She leverages her background in research, mental health advocacy, professional development and trauma-informed violence prevention to thoughtfully connect topics as disparate as sainthood, Vikings and Valentine's Day to the world's most populous domesticated pet (...or are they?). Amanda has consulted in education programming and audio production for clients such as The Edmund W. Gordon Institute for Advanced Study at Columbia University and The Podcast Academy and volunteers for LGBTQ+-affirming youth mental health non-profit OkaySo. Amanda is also a musician - she leads NYC-based rock 'n' roll band, Leathered and has supported major recording artists as a guitarist on international stages. The team does not appreciate her impromptu serenades.

Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Change your sheets before leaving town—you'll thank yourself when you return. It transforms the chaos of coming home into something genuinely comforting. A small effort before departure becomes a luxurious welcome back.

Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Stop giving your traffic away to Linktree and other platforms. When you use link-in-bio services or sell on marketplaces like Etsy, you're sending your followers' clicks to someone else's site. Buy your own domain, build your own simple site, and own your traffic—it helps your SEO, your discoverability, and your independence from corporate platforms.

Today's episode is sponsored by the Crew Collective Podcast from RocketGenius—exploring the wild, weird, and deeply human side of cosmic storytelling at crewcollectivepodcast.com.

Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Want to break free from mindless scrolling? This anti-tip might be the chaotic solution you didn't know you needed. Arielle suggests having someone randomize your app layout to disrupt autopilot phone usage, while Ned questions her sanity and offers a less stressful alternative.

Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Leave your laundry room light on when you start a load—it's a visual reminder to move clothes to the dryer. This simple adjustment prevents mildew, saves time, and eliminates the frustration of rewashing forgotten loads. A game-changer for anyone who's ever left wet clothes sitting overnight.

Thanks to Threads user @chronicallyhumored for this thread!

Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

When you get a new computer, the easiest path is restoring from backup. But that also means carrying forward decades of corrupted files, broken settings, and apps you forgot existed. Ned spent a day setting up his new laptop from scratch—and discovered his contacts app finally works without crashing. Sometimes starting fresh beats convenience.

Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Amanda B. shares how 100 squats scattered throughout your day can transform sedentary work life into active movement. She breaks down the 10x10 approach that fits between meetings and releases hip tension that builds from sitting. Whether you're facing back-to-back calls or need a reset button, this bodyweight movement creates natural breaks that restore your entire system.

Amanda B. (she/her) is the writer, host and producer of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. She leverages her background in research, mental health advocacy, professional development and trauma-informed violence prevention to thoughtfully connect topics as disparate as sainthood, Vikings and Valentine's Day to the world's most populous domesticated pet (...or are they?). Amanda has consulted in education programming and audio production for clients such as The Edmund W. Gordon Institute for Advanced Study at Columbia University and The Podcast Academy and volunteers for LGBTQ+-affirming youth mental health non-profit OkaySo. Amanda is also a musician - she leads NYC-based rock 'n' roll band, Leathered and has supported major recording artists as a guitarist on international stages. The team does not appreciate her impromptu serenades.

Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Short-form content doesn't have to be disposable. Arielle shares why building evergreen value into your quick videos and posts creates lasting impact that keeps audiences coming back.

Today's episode is sponsored by the Crew Collective Podcast from RocketGenius. Crew Collective travels into space through the lens of creators that make content about the stars. Learn more at https://crewcollectivepodcast.com.

Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.

Stop wrapping your cheese in plastic—it's suffocating it. Cheese needs to breathe to stay fresh and avoid excess moisture that causes mold. Switch to parchment or wax paper for longer-lasting, better-quality cheese.

Editing by Megan Bagala. Music is by Marcus Thorne Bagala. Find us everywhere at https://dailytipspodcast.com.