Is It Just Me Podcast

Do you offend much? Are you sure?? A recent article from CNBC listed the "most-used passive aggressive work phrases".

You might be surprised to discover that Layla K and MJ have very different interpretations of some very commonly used terms. Do you use them? What do you think?

Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. Fresh ones drop every two weeks.

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And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be!

Show notes:

10 Common phrases that make you sound passive-aggressive in the workplace (CNBC)

Definition of Passive-Aggression (Psychology Today)

Scandal-Plagued McKinsey Ousts Leader (NY Magazine - Intelligencer)

Our summer hiatus is officially over and "Is it Just Me with Layla K and MJ" is back with Season 2!

We do a quick review of what you might have missed from us over the summer, and what you can look forward to in Season Two. Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode.

Have an idea for an upcoming episode? Drop us a comment here or let us know on on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook.

And remember, it may not just be you, but it could be!

Show notes:

Welcome Back Kotter - Travolta Struts His Stuff

TikTok shares your data more than any other social media app (CNBC)

Ban TikTok Now (American Enterprise Institute)

Chess Robot grabs and breaks finger of seven-year-old opponent (The Guardian)

RV Industry Association - trends

America just got a $100-a-month raise (CNN Analysis)

Should I Worry About Prop 65 Warnings On Products (Better Goods)

We made it! Our podcast has reached it's 20th episode, our Season 1 Finale. That means it's time to look back! We are having an awards show, where we announce the most and least popular, best edits, and even share some of the bloopers that get cut along the way.

Opinions may vary, of course. So tell us in the comments: what were your highlights? You can also let us know on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. We'll be sharing more highlights and clips on social media throughout the hiatus.

Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode. We'll be back September 7, 2022.

And remember, it may not be just you, but it could be!

Show notes:

Ep 2: Let The Rich Get Richer

Ep 10: Caught In A Groundhog Day Time Loop?

Ep 7: Better Together

Ep 11: To NFT Or Not NFT

Ep 14: Is There A Better Way To IPO?

Ever see something and wonder, "what could possibly have been the original intention??" In this episode, MJ brings up examples of policies with good intentions to protect us, but don't really seem to be working well, such as the notorious Prop65 cancer labels.

What do you think? Is it time for cancer warning labels on kitty collars to go? Any examples of other things that need to go?

Let us know on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks.

And remember, it may not be just you, but it could be!

Show notes:

Is Recycling A Myth (Episode 17)

Are You A Wish-Cycler? (Rossen Reports, WVTM13)

It's 10PM. Do You Know Where Your Cat Is? (Hakai Magazine)

Not just tolls: E-Z Pass keeping an eye on speeders (USA Today)

Minimum Wage Boosts Are Great - For Robots (Reason)

Our Culture of Contempt (Arthur C Brooks for NY Times Sunday Review)

In our next episode, MJ brings up examples of policies with good intentions to protect us, but don’t really seem to be working well, such as the notorious Prop65 cancer labels. So is it just MJ, who thinks some acts with good intentions just don’t work out that way in the end? Have you come across any examples?

"Good Intentions?" drops Wednesday, June 8. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Apple Podcasts, etc., to never miss an episode!

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On ep15, we discussed Rise of the Robots (+ Humans) with our friend Didi (Diegane Dione), an expert in things robot and cobot. We try to make these podcasts pithy though, so what DIDN'T make it into that episode was this interesting conversation about AI (artificial intelligence).

Spoiler alert: Didi mentions "havoc" and MJ is all in! Is it just MJ? What do you think about the rise in AI?

Let us know on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks.

And remember, it may not be just you, but it could be!

Show notes:

Isaac Asimov: Three Rules of Robotics

Responsible Artificial Intelligence Institute

Are robot trucks safe for the long-haul on US highways?

Robot Trucks to Roam 1,100-Mile Phoenix-Houston Corridor (Forbes)

Artificial intelligence beats eight world champions at bridge (The Guardian)

Recycling has long been touted as a panacea for maintaining a healthy planet earth. In this episode, Layla K takes a quick look back to how it all began and how it's taken hold on society.

Then we dare to ask the question: is recycling working? Have we found a way to create the "biosphere" of repurposed goods on our planet?

What do you think? Let us know on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. Be sure to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc., to never miss an episode! Fresh ones drop every two weeks.

And remember, it may not be just you, but it could be!

Show notes:

The Long Thread Of Lessening Labor (Human Progress)

Lyndon B. Johnson And The Environment (National Park Service)

Do Plastic Water Bottles REALLY Get Recycled? (PATH)

Facts and Figures about Materials, Waste, and Recycling (US EPA)

The Eight Myths of Recycling (AEI)

The Spilhaus World Ocean Map in a Square (ArcGIS)

Recycling has long been touted as a panacea for maintaining a healthy planet earth. Layla K suggested we take a quick look back to examine how it all began and how it's taken hold on society.

Then we dare to ask the question: is recycling working? Have we found a way to create the “biosphere” of repurposed goods on our planet?

“Is Recycling a Myth?” drops Wednesday, May 11, 2022. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Apple Podcasts, etc., to never miss an episode!

'Tis the season for recent graduates to consider career opportunities, including some with promises to "see the world". It's also getting close to the end of another school year and the beginning of summer travels. So we decided to share some travel tales and wisdom with our listeners. Or at least about 10 minutes worth!

Have any tips to share? Tales of your own adventures? Let us know on Instagram or Twitter! Also, be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform to never miss an episode. New ones drop every two weeks.

If you've listened to previous "Is It Just Me" episodes, you know that robots intrigue Layla, while MJ thinks they will eventually kill us all in our sleep.

To provide his perspective on how robots plus humans should and will live together, side by side, we chat with Diegane Dione, or Didi as he is better known, about his 20+ year journey in digital transformation and robotics; we find out what the latest robotic trends are - and how will they be part of our daily lifestyle.

Companion robots, or Cobots, doing work right along side you? What do you think?

Let us know your thoughts on Instagram or Twitter! Also, be sure to follow Is It Just Me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform to never miss an episode.

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The International Federation of Robotics