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Daily Podcast from Arielle Nissenblatt and Ned Donovan delivering you hot tips that may or may not help you! Releasing Daily, M-F. DailyTipsPodcast.com

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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Got a headache, press into the fleshy muscle between your thumb and pointer finger and rub small circles, it will hurt a bit, but it can start easing the pain fast (switch hands when it gets too tender). This episode first aired on March 6, 2025
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Use a “tiny goals” running plan, Arielle followed the Just Run schedule and finally got to the point where the set run time actually happened. This episode first aired on February 14, 2024
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
For scrambled eggs that come out creamier and puff up more in the pan, whisk in a tiny dab of mayonnaise before cooking. This episode first aired on August 6, 2024.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Use Libby to get the most out of your Library card! For those who say that libraries don't support authors? You're wrong! End of statement :P This episode first aired on May 28, 2024.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
If hotel WiFi connects but the guest portal never pops up, try loading 192.168.1.1 in a browser to force the sign-in screen to appear This tip first aired on November 5, 2024
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
If a pothos starts wilting after years of doing fine, try adding a humidifier, dry apartment air can be the culprit (like the one running over a shoulder in the video). This episode first aired on January 13, 2025
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
When someone says “thank you,” answer with “you’re welcome,” skip the “no worries” reflex and let the appreciation land, even if it feels like you freeze for a second. This re-run episode first aired on December 5, 2023.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Today, on episode 697(!) of Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You, we're announcing our first ever (MUCH needed) break! While we're gone, PLEASE keep sending us your tips, and ALSO send us any feedback you have about what you'd like to see more or less of K WE'RE GOING ON VACATION NOW BYE!
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Would you ever pay for your search results to stop giving companies billions? @neddonovan.bsky.social has been trying out #Kagi and he's recommending you check it out as well (this isn't an ad...he just digs it!) Listen on your favorite podcast app.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
A stuck oven screw-on lid can loosen after a couple light taps, it can dislodge whatever is binding the threads.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
If a problem suddenly looks "crooked", step away and reset your brain, like leaving a dark room to look at real life (and remember what blue looks like), then come back and re-check it. Today's tip from @neddonovan.bsky.social is all about finding perspective.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Foible means a minor character flaw, not “a mistake,” and it even has a sword meaning (the weaker edge of a blade), which is the kind of nerdy detail worth keeping. #WordOfTheDay
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Elevator rides are perfect for a 10-second reset: why not do a tiny weird dance once the doors close?? Guest Tipper Zak Rosen shares it as a small solo ritual for more joy in the in-between moments.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Before buying a tangible thing, try a flea market or local art fair first and see if a craftsperson made the version you want (like that friend who hunts for wallets at tag sales) so the money goes to the maker, not fast consumerism.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
If the dishwasher smells funky, put a cup of white vinegar on the top rack and run an empty hot cycle to de-stink it.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
The "clothes chair" problem has a clean fix. On today's episode Tippendale Heather shares a "bonus drawer" tip for rewearables so outfits stay easy and piles do not build up.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Rent the camera for the two to three days it is needed, and next year the same rental price often gets a newer model as the rental house upgrades gear.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Inner critic too loud? Guest Tipper Zak Rosen shares a cognitive defusion trick to reframe your negative self talk.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Pizza oil hit brand new embroidered jeans? Cover the stain with dry shampoo or baking soda, wait so it can lift the grease, then scrub and wash.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Tippendale Jill asked about Ned's task management system, so today's episode gives a long-winded answer! 😹 But in a nutshell? It's a combination of Apple Reminders, Awesome Habits, Notion, and Echo. Sorry Jill, you asked!
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Send your most specific home fix. 📌 Necklaces tangled for years, indoor mint that keeps browning, and art that needs frames that do not cost a fortune. Drop a tip and help future episodes get made.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast app or at dailytipspodcast.com/!
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Feeling despondent after a day at the desk? A literal wolf howl can be a strangely effective emotional release. Guest Tipper Zak Rosen of the Weirdly Helpful podcast is this month's guest tipper!
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
If the bottom of the mug looks like coffee “soot,” the grind is probably too fine for that brewer, go a notch coarser until the cup tastes clean, but not so coarse the water races through and the coffee turns weak.
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Palatable is the word for when “it’s fine” feels harsh, such as describing a dish as “pleasant or agreeable” instead. #DailyTipsPod #WordOfTheDay #Vocabulary
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
@neddonovan.bsky.social's weekend reset, check your texts for the message you never sent, then hit send and get out of text debt. #DailyTipsPod #textdebt #weekendreset
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Run a spoon under hot water until it is warm (not scalding), then press the warm metal to the mosquito bite to knock down the itch. #DailyTipsPod #mosquitobites #itchrelief
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Better conversation questions: Joel Ciolek’s “what have you learned about yourself…?” prompt turns a story into self-reflection fast. #DailyTipsPod #CommunicationSkills #SelfReflection
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Do a “digital junk drawer” reset: check the spam filter, then clear trash and the downloads folder, and delete that desktop screenshot pile so the machine runs leaner and faster. #DailyTipsPod #DigitalDeclutter #InboxZero #Spam
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Set your phone down mid-laundry, then say the spot out loud so you actually remember where it went. #DailyTipsPOd #laundry #objectpermanence
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Are you a working parent with a baby whose trying to also get work done? Make three task lists, voice dictation, one-handed (while holding a baby’s butt), and full-focus, then only look at the list that matches the moment. #DailyTipsPod #newparents #tasklists
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Last-minute concert ticket drops on Ticketmaster, spotted via Reddit. Guest Tipper Joel Ciolek shares his tactic that helped him score tickets at regular prices for The Eras Tour, Coldplay, and more! #DailyTipsPod #LiveMusic #Ticketmaster
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Go to the networking event with no agenda, just talk, follow the conversation, and let it feel like improv. @neddonovan.bsky.social met a collaborator at a Television Academy mixer because they found a shared interest. #DailyTipsPod #freelancelife #networkingtips
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
For a 3:00 a.m. diaper change, use a double-zip onesie and unzip from the bottom so the baby stays bundled while the diaper gets swapped, @neddonovan.bsky.social swears it’s the difference between fumbling and getting back to sleep fast. #DailyTipsPod #newborn #parenting
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Try a "closing the loop" mentality: when overwhelmed, finish one small task, then say out loud that it is done (or cross it off) so it sticks, a habit borrowed from @bnimmo on Threads. #DailyTipsPod #taskcompletion #adhdtools
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Quick emotional check-in for deeper connection: when someone says “I’m good,” ask “What does good mean?” Guest tipper Joel Ciolek shared this simple follow-up to get past the automatic response. #DailyTipsPod #relationships #communication
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Put charging on a schedule, set a rotation in a reminders app, and top off one household device at a time so nothing dies unexpectedly (even the stuff that takes forever to charge). #DailyTipsPod #rechargeable #smarthome
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
When buying a flight, skip the lowest fare tier and consider the next one, it can unlock cancellation flexibility and seat choice (like grabbing an aisle), and on JetBlue it can also earn significantly more points for future free flights. #DailyTipsPod #traveltips #JetBlue
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Use the gym bag method for hobbies, keep one basket with all your drawing supplies (or your Pilates stuff) or whatever you do so that starting does not require a scavenger hunt, just grab it and go. #DailyTipsPod #hobbies #organization
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Any time a free trial asks for a credit card, set a reminder for two days before it ends, then decide to cancel or keep it, before your forget and get charged. #DailyTipsPod #subscriptions #freetrial
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Blue light blocker glasses were peak COVID-era marketing with no actual provable benefit. Guest Tipper Joel Ciolek (PA in Ophthalmology) says the evidence is simply not there. Instead? “eat the rainbow” (especially green leafy vegetables). #DailyTipsPod #EyeHealth #MarketingScam #BlueLightGlasses
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Use cheap shaving cream as a de-fogger: cover the mirror, wait about 15 minutes, then wipe or squeegee it off. #DailyTipsPod #HouseholdTips
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Before a stressful life stretch (like bringing home a newborn), write a short list of specific help you would actually want, so when someone asks “what can I do to help?” you can say “send food” instead of freezing. #DailyTipsPod #newborn #caregiving
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
If someone keeps taking advantage of a yes-filled work dynamic, treat that professional relationship like a newsletter subscription: decide it no longer serves you and unsubscribe. Today's tip from @ariellethisandthat.bsky.social. #DailyTipsPod #BoundariesAtWork #PeoplePleaser
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Broadway actor Josh Rivera’s Baldur’s Gate 3 tip: stop playing scared and respec. Withers is there for a reason. Hear the full conversation with Josh at dailytipspodcast.com/ and see him in Rocky Horror Picture Show, now on broadway! #DailyTipsPod #BaldursGate3 #RPG
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Put a sticky note inside each drawer or cabinet that says what’s in there, so the right one is obvious the second it opens. Find us everywhere at dailytipspodcast.com/. #DailyTipsPod #homeorganization
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Counter avoidance by shrinking the first step: run the shower for two minutes, or just put on your sneakers and step outside to “see how it feels” before deciding whether to go all the way. Find us everywhere at dailytipspodcast.com/. #DailyTipsPod #avoidance #motivationtips
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
A phone holder with an extendable arm keeps the screen at eye level and stops that chin-down desk slump. Find us everywhere at dailytipspodcast.com/. #DailyTipsPod #TechNeck #DeskSetup
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
A "did it" list puts the quick stuff back in view: the texts sent, the errands done, the small wins before the big task. Find us everywhere at dailytipspodcast.com/. #DailyTipsPod #didItList #taskOverwhelm
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Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You @dailytipspod.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
A line like “I like that shirt” can stick for a whole week. See guest tipper Josh Rivera in Rocky Horror Picture Show now on Broadway! Find us everywhere at dailytipspodcast.com/. #DailyTipsPod #compliments #broadway
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