One Of These Things

We have a WITty guest join us this week! She bring an interesting story about Jigsaw, some great podcast recos, and she was not the one who caused this episode to have an explicit rating (surprise!). The effervescent Kristi Guzman is our special guest this week! Links Salesforce Acquisitions: https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/salesforce/acquisitions/acquisitions_list Lightning Data: https://www.salesforce.com/blog/2018/01/introducing-lightning-data.html Podcasts Good News Podcast: http://www.thegoodnewspodcast.fm/ Death, Sex & Money: https://www.wnycstudios.org/shows/deathsexmoney/ Every Little Thing: https://www.gimletmedia.com/every-little-thing/ The Way I Heard It: http://mikerowe.com/podcast/ Science Vs. https://www.gimletmedia.com/science-vs/ TwoWIT: http://twowit.libsyn.com/ Seagull Merlin: http://www.seagullguitars.com/en/products/m4 Online tax submission: https://www.irs.gov/filing/e-file-options Matt's thing: https://earlyretirementnow.com/2018/03/21/best-investment-ever-homeownership

“I was trying so hard to hold the tears back. Cos I was like, 'I can’t cry right now. Like, I can’t do this, I worked so hard on my eyeliner,' ” — Chloe Kim, after winning her first Olympic gold in the women's halfpipe final Getting to the finish line. This episode is all about accomplishing things - whether it's going to the Olympics, becoming a Salesforce MVP or reaching the ripe old age of 40. Links & Endorsements 2018 Winter Olympics schedule - https://www.olympic.org/pyeongchang-2018/results/en/general/competition-schedule.htm Salesforce MVP Program - https://www.salesforce.com/campaign/mvp/ Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee - http://comediansincarsgettingcoffee.com/ Autonomous Desk - https://www.autonomous.ai/ Creepy Podcast - http://creepypod.libsyn.com/

New year, new beginnings...new co-host? Only kidding - Marc Baizman is our guest while Jared is on assignment abroad. First, we talk to Marc about his new role. Next, we talk resolutions. And finally, we revisit FIRE - and get Marc's take on it all. Links Marc Baizman on Twitter - https://twitter.com/mbaizman Dirty John - http://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-dirty-john/ Black Mirror - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2085059/  Fish oil for pets - https://www.petcarerx.com/article/fish-oil-for-dogs-and-cats-the-benefits-of-omega-3-for-pets/601

We gear up for this holiday season by first celebrating our rankings in the Salesforce certification world. We also talk gift-giving and retiring early to round out this episode that sure to fill you with warm fuzzies. Chag Sameach dear listeners! Artisan Hub: https://about.artisans.com.au/salesforce-certified-professional-artisan-hub-launch/#.WjFzGrQ-co8 The Mist (2017): https://www.netflix.com/title/80135414  Hotel EMC2: https://hotelemc2.com/ Ice Trekkers Diamond Grip: https://www.amazon.com/Trekkers-Diamond-Grip-Traction-System/dp/B0046Y2K0O 

We had to do it -- here is the OotT recap of Dreamforce 2017, including the at-home experience & our takeaways going forward.  Links Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/ POM Cherry - https://www.pomwonderful.com/products/pomegranate-cherry-juice Informed Delivery - https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action

Which one of your hosts is the Ebenezer Scrooge of Dreamforce? Find out this week on our special pre-Dreamforce episode.

“Fear of a name increases fear of the thing itself.” - J.K. Rowling Links Google Products: https://techcrunch.com/gallery/heres-everything-google-announced-today/ Wall Street Journal Russian Facebook Ads: https://www.wsj.com/articles/facebook-estimates-10-million-users-saw-russian-backed-ads-1506986355 Buzzfeed News, Russian Troll Army: https://www.buzzfeed.com/maxseddon/documents-show-how-russias-troll-army-hit-america Larry Kim's $50 Ad:  https://www.searchenginejournal.com/facebook-ads-fake-news-election-data/219487/

"Sitting in this chair, my recommendation would carry too much weight." - Michael Ritchie From our chairs, we give some recommendations for your eyes, ears and both of them together. Find our which host crushes the competition for this week's stand-outs. Reading Nexus by Ramez Naam - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TOZI7FM/ The Book Thief - https://www.amazon.com/Book-Thief-Markus-Zusak/dp/0375842209 Wool Omnibus - https://www.amazon.com/Wool-Omnibus-Hugh-Howey/dp/1469984202 Watching The Man in the High Castle - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1740299/ Baby Driver - https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/baby_driver/ The Invitation - https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_invitation/ Listening LeVar Burton Reads - http://www.levarburtonpodcast.com/ Run the Jewels - https://youtu.be/u-syZXHPcJE Spotify Discover Weekly - https://www.spotify.com/us/discoverweekly/

"Fear runs our lives a lot of the time. You can face it head-on, or you can hide in your bunker." - Chris Pine When competitors attack. When mother nature attacks. When cyber-attacks. Which of your hosts are hiding in the bunker, and who is facing the storm head-on? Links & Endorsements Hate Speech Doesn't Sell: http://www.mintigo.com/blog/hate-speech-doesnt-sell/ REI Stove: https://www.rei.com/product/846334/biolite-wood-burning-campstove Reddit Thread about Equifax: https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/comments/6yv4gb/official_mega_thread_recent_equifax_security/ Sprouts: https://www.sprouts.com/ Zombies, Run! https://zombiesrungame.com/ A Fine Mess: https://www.amazon.com/Fine-Mess-Global-Simpler-Efficient/dp/1594205515

"Manners maketh the man"  Are we the three rudest people on the planet? On this episode, we discuss how to politely split a bill, when it's appropriate to text & whether or not it's rude to make a profit off of a competitor's blunder. Matt also surprises us with a bonus topic at the top of the show. Links & Endorsements Venmo - Finding Your Cheapest Friends: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/21/style/venmo-cheap-friends-transaction-history.html Marketo Outage: http://www.demandgenreport.com/features/news-briefs/marketo-site-outage-causes-social-stir-among-users Master of None: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4635276/ Brandless: https://brandless.com/ Archive 81 Podcast: http://www.archive81.com/

"Everyone knows at Ford that quality is job one. At Salesforce, equality is job one" - Marc Benioff In this special episode, we discuss perspectives on diversity and inclusion, and what that means in the tech landscape and the Salesforce bubble. Links & Endorsements Tech Inclusion: https://blog.techinclusion.co/yelps-rachel-williams-why-diversity-doesn-t-matter-without-inclusion-a3560c4b3b07 Diversity at Pintrest: https://hbr.org/2017/07/what-we-learned-from-improving-diversity-rates-at-pinterest Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls (Kickstarter): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/timbuktu/kickstarter-gold-good-night-stories-for-rebel-girl Hidden Figures: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4846340/ Managing Bias @ Facebook: https://managingbias.fb.com/

"The benefit of hindsight is we only really talk about those things that did work out." - Jonathan Ive This week, we revisit some hot topics from past episodes with fresh eyes and new developments - Dreamforce, Uber, and of course Amazon's move to acquire Whole Foods. Links & Endorsements Becka's Coffee Pods - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008YDVYPU Amazon Smile - https://smile.amazon.com/ Amazon Sweet Surprise Dash Button - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KURYWQU Salt & Pepper Lentil Loops - https://naturebox.com/product/salt-and-pepper-lentil-loops

Super handy, or all thumbs? On this week's episode, we discuss the topic of DIY in three different scenarios. First, Salesforce DIY - build, buy or some sort of hybrid solution? Then, 3D printers! Fun toy or the medical tool of the future? Why not both! And finally, we discuss our own DIY projects away from screens. Links & Endorsements Jared and Becka talk Buy vs Build at Dreamforce - https://www.salesforce.com/video/296538/ Mediprint - https://www.3printr.com/mediprint-create-breathable-lightweight-casts-using-3d-printing-0837664/ IKEA Recall - http://www.ikea.com/us/en/about_ikea/newsitem/062816-recall-chest-and-dressers FAST-CAP Tape Measure - https://www.fastcap.com/estore/pc/ProCarpenter-3p112.htm Retirement Calculator - http://www.calcxml.com/calculators/are-my-current-retirement-savings-sufficient?skn=38

Are social media curated content turning us all into Bridezillas? Next, computing power! How much do you need in this cloud-based world? And finally, we may not be part of the 1% but we discuss a tax break that very few are using. Links & Endorsements Bridesmaids under pressure to get fit for ‘picture-perfect’ wedding day - http://nypost.com/2017/05/08/bridezillas-are-forcing-bridal-parties-to-lose-weight/  Mortgage Interest Deduction https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/05/09/magazine/how-homeownership-became-the-engine-of-american-inequality.html USB-C monitor http://www.macworld.com/article/3085042/displays/acer-h277hu-review-usb-c-passthrough-monitor-works-well-with-apples-macbook.html American Gods https://www.starz.com/series/americangods/episodes Repel Lemon Eucalyptus Natural Insect Repellent - https://www.amazon.com/Repel-Eucalyptus-Natural-Repellent-4-Ounce/dp/B004N59OFU 

Guess who's back?! This week, we welcome back Becka Dente to the podcast & talk about all the tech she learned about while she was away. Next, we discuss Zak Otero and if his success is repeatable. And finally, making six-figures and sleeping on a bunkbed? We discuss the affordability of the Bay area & if it's really worth it. LINKS AND ENDORSEMENTS Little Lotus Swaddles & Salesforce   The Oatmeal web comic   Envy Apples  

Mawage, part deux. We visit some topics in the news: Do Millennial Men Want Stay-at-Home Wives? Mike Pence doesn’t dine alone with other women. And we’re all shocked.

Mawage, that bwessed awangment, that dweam wifin a dweam. Guest hosting, while Becka is away on assignment, we have Amber Boaz. We discuss Slack vs. Twitter vs. Facebook. And then, our Salesforce bad habits. And finally marriage as capstone or cornerstone. LINKS AND ENDORSEMENTS TwoWit podcast - http://twowit.libsyn.com/   Popsockets - http://www.popsockets.com/   SnapPower - https://www.snappower.com/   Sawbones podcast - http://www.maximumfun.org/shows/sawbones 

Guest hosting, while Becka is away on assignment, we have the Salt Lake Slammer, a Utah UTE, you can’t spell Chatter without her Becky Webster. We discuss Susan Fowler's UBER revelations and other UBER news. And then, the hest things we've seen in the Salesforce ecosystem recently. And finally, snow days!   LINKS AND ENDORSEMENTS   UBER's Greyball: http://gizmodo.com/ubers-secret-app-for-tracking-cops-sounds-creepy-as-hel-1792949962 Susan Fowler's blog: https://www.susanjfowler.com/blog/2017/2/19/reflecting-on-one-very-strange-year-at-uber He Swapped Email Signatures With a Female Co-Worker, and Learned a Valuable Lesson:  http://www.attn.com/stories/15518/creative-sexism-experiment-female-co-worker Report Shields: https://cdcarter.github.io/appbuilder/2017/03/11/report-shields 21 Throwback Jams: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/21-throwback-jams/id1130045243 Instant Hydrogel Eye Mask Depuffing & Moisturizing: http://www.sephora.com/instant-hydrogel-eye-mask-depuffing-moisturizing-P312916  Selections fr

Guest hosting, while Becka is away on assignment, we have the fantastic Shannon Howe. Our first topic admins to developers in the Salesforce space. Then, Matt’s new book Lightning Sales Ops: Building Salesforce for Sales Development Team. And finally, Seven! New! Planets! We talk NASA, the universe, and is there life on Mars!  ♪ ♫ ♬   LINKS AND ENDORSEMENTS Triggers for Admins: https://www.salesforce.com/video/306718/ Lightning Sales Ops: https://www.amazon.com/Lightning-Sales-Ops-Salesforce-Development-ebook/dp/B06XMR93HC/ Hamilton!: http://www.hamiltonbroadway.com/ NASA Just Discovered 7 New Earth-Like Planets: http://www.teenvogue.com/story/nasa-just-discovered-7-new-earth-like-planets    

Jared shares tales from his trip to India and we hear about the Salesforce community there. Then, 2017 will be the year of certification! And finally, the Superb Owl Li. Tech and the big game.   LINKS AND ENDORSEMENTS     Are my retirement savings sufficient- https://www.calcxml.com/calculators/are-my-current-retirement-savings-sufficient