The Bellingham Podcast

AJ is back on the mic, but still with a chest cold and cough that lingers. But your PNW duo has four stocking stuffers, three bad jokes, two reflections looking back on 2018, and one fun-filled podcast with nothing but holiday cheer. Housekeeping- Bham Podcast Website- New look; same site: bellinghampodcast.com (http://bellinghampodcast.com/) Last minute stocking stuffing Hide & Drink watch rollhttps://www.amazon.com/Organizer-Watches-Handmade-Hide-Drink/dp/B079LLPCBR?pd_rd_wg=pKzU5&pd_rd_r=a3114394-5bdb-4c91-9c28-a4ac7719fec3&pd_rd_w=NYfrD&ref_=pd_gw_wish&pf_rd_r=N49CSNMZDQQMK65SCB14&pf_rd_p=51143653-d574-5e14-a08c-77ccfb46e5ba * $18Instax SQ6 * https://www.amazon.com/Fujifilm-Instax-Square-SQ6-Instant/dp/B07CW3LYZY/ref=sr_1_13?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1545427910&sr=1-13&keywords=instax&th=1 * About $100GreenLunch Bentohttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0716B2ZFK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 * $30Timex Timemachinehttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YTYJ6NA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 * About $20 * $10 replacement warrantee https://www.timex.com/kids-worryfree/kids-warranty.html Brandless.com (http://brandless.com/) - $3 an item! You pick: Food, Household/Kitchen, Beauty/Personal Care, Stationery. Carefully curated, high-quality products. Simple, fair prices. Community informed (they listen to their customers), Positive acts of kindness (already donated 3 million meals to Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief organization, from sales of their products)Creswell Boggs (http://www.cresswellboggs.com/) - Downtown right-ventricle of Bellingham. My go-to place for unique. Greeting cards, fridge magnets, many miscellaneous gifts that mean more than a thoughtless gift card to you local house of caffeine.Muji Stationery (https://www.muji.us/store/stationery.html) - Simple, low cost, quality products. From their website, “This is what I really want” expresses both faint egoism and discord... MUJI’s goal is to sweep away that slight dissatisfaction, and raise the level of the response, “This will do” to one filled with clarity and confidence.Donate to worthy Bellingham Non-Profits - Lydia Place, Lighthouse Mission, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services, Engedi Refuge Ministries, Cascade Connections, Blue Skies for Children, and Skookum Kids.Analog Explorer Update* AJ- The Analog Explorer ; Second printing through Blurb www.theanalogexplorer.com (http://www.theanalogexplorer.com/)*Bham Podcast + Village Books + Libro.FM*Our thanks for supporting episode 103.* Promo code for BhamPodcast listeners * 3 for 1 Audiobooks * Receive 3 audiobook credits for $14.99 during your first month of membership. Choose from over...

AJ and Chris are off the mic this week to take some R&R and recoup from rounds of germs that are floating in the holiday air. But Chris brings you a small "tidings" of comfort and joy...

On this episode not only are we on location in the "Writers Penthouse" of Village Books, but also this episode was made is in partnership with our very own Village Books, and Seattle based Libro.FM! We have our FIRST long distance interview, AJ has some talk time with Mark Pearson, the CEO and founder of Libro.FM. And Chris and AJ sit down in the Writers Corner of Village Books and talk with two of the three co-owners of Village Books (Paul Hanson and Sarah Hutton) in Fairhaven. New to Libro.FM? That's ok, tune into the episode to find out why they are on AJ and Chris' "the goods list." And- they are offering a promo for BhamPodcast listeners * 3 for 1 Audiobooks ----- https://libro.fm/redeem/BHAM18 ------- * Receive 3 audiobook credits for $14.99 during your first month of membership. Choose from over 100,000 audiobooks all while supporting Village Books. After your first month, you’ll pay $14.99 for one audiobook per month.ANDWe even have a special BhamPodcast reading list with Libro.FM! Check out OUR recommendations for some good reading/listening.https://libro.fm/playlists/bhampodcastVillage Books: https://www.villagebooks.com/ #watchfamBe sure to check out what was on wrist during our interview with Village Books (Sarah is part of the #watchfam) - there is indeed a wrist shot- instagram.com/ajbarseThe Analog Explorer; Volume OneRead about AJ's all new 20 page photographic magazine, The Analog Explorer!Now available on the Blurb bookstore! www.theanalogexplorer.comConnect with us:AJInstagram @ajbarse ajbarse.comChris Instagram @mnmltekchrispowell.co *Twitter Hashtags*: #bhampodcast

Tis the “Season of Less?” Chris is back with his silky baritone voice. AJ & Chris are looking at letting go of various software, media content, and streaming services. Meanwhile, looking at new independent content creators. Heat up some peppermint tea and settle into your sofa. It's time once again... For the Bellingham Podcast.HousekeepingThanks to everyone who have reached out to the show, we have seen your messages. Shout-out to 40/20 https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/40-and-20/id1440949708?mt=2New look same site: bellinghampodcast.com (http://bellinghampodcast.com/) Information diet - Chris* Not much TV show consumption, or movies. * YouTube - carefully-curated channels subscribed to * Tasty, Frog Leap Studios, Marques Brownlee, and PostModern Jukebox* Not much news consumption. Once a day AM check Google News algorithm.* New Podcasts finds - ZigZag, The Future of Cities, Mozilla IRLInformation Diet - AJWildthingPodThe Ground Up ShowWatchfinder & CoHodinkee Radio40and20 Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/40-and-20/id1440949708?mt=2 Home Wireless Changes for Chris* Requiem for Apple Airport Base Station. * Enter Google Wifi mesh netwoHoliday Shopping - A counter-cultural mindset* NotMinimalism but anti-hoarding. * “The things you own, own you.” Papa Roach - Between Angels and insects (?!)* The power of saying “no”. The notion that you gotta have X to 'be in the game' * Matt Jacobson (https://pca.st/episode/ade50ef2-7b8e-4fa1-8966-8978f6f27ff6) * Matt D'Avella (https://www.youtube.com/user/blackboxfilmcompany)Cutting the streaming cord * AJ - Pandora cancelled, Netflix to be canceled January? * CP - Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Ebay, Paypal, and Apple Music - all under consideration of getting cancelled * Take one day a week and say NO to the TV or mindless flipping through instagram * “According to the university of sussex (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/health/news/5070874/Reading-can-help-reduce-stress.html), reading a book for as little as 6 minutes is enough to lower stress levels by more than 68%” * Listening to music reduced the levels by 61 percent, have a cup of tea of coffee lowered them by 54 per cent and taking a walk by 42 per cent.Analog Explorer Update* AJ- The Analog Explorer SE- Sold out! Second printing through Blurb (out by time of recording)

Thanksgiving station break- Chris away from the mic due to illness. AJ on the mic with some seasonal recommendations during this (US) holiday season.

Welcome to season 5 of The Bellingham Podcast! For episode 101 we are coming back to the topic that got us going from the start; gearThanks to everyone who has been contacting us with regards to sponsoring an episode. Chris and I are going through each of the emails and we will be chatting more about that soon, should anything pan out. Travel to Vancouver: RedBar YVR* Watches* WatchFam - Ryan, Dan the Man, Sean, Sherlock, Phil, Greg, Brian, and many others* The venue - Rule #3 of RedbarCrewGear ReportChrisAnalog* GoRuck GR1 backpack* Cargo Works Utility Folder* Baron Fig Mastermind Mini dot-grid notepad* UniBall Signo 0.38 pens* Seiko SKX007 Modded with ToxicNatos straps* Columbia Slim Wallet* Keys, with Titanium PickPocket Alpha Keychain Pocket ClipDigital* iPad Pro 12.9 - Cargo Works sleeve * iPhone 6s+ in a Magpul Field Case* Aukey 20000 mAh portable charger, 3 USB ports* WD 256GB external SSD* WD 4TB external USB driveAJ* PackSafe CamSafe travel bag* Building the SKX031* Camera Nerd * Rokinon 24mm F2.8 * Lensmate thumbs up * Lumo* Ello Camper MugThe Analog Explorer SE: https://ajbarse.com/preorder-ae-vol1-se/

On this 100th episode of the Bellingham Podcast, AJ and Chris have a very special guest- the Mayor of Bellingham, Kelli Linville.Office of Mayor Kelli Linville - https://www.cob.org/gov/mayorThanks to everyone who subscribes and listens to the show!

This is our big thank you listener episode! After 98 shows, AJ and Chris are very thankful to be able to be doing what they do: having a conversation on the mic about stuff that interests them and the community in which they live. Thank you EVERYONE for listening and supporting the show. And stay tuned for Episode 100- with an interview with a very special guest. Where we at?Barkley Village Woods Coffee, overlooking Bellingham's movie monstrosity, 3008 Cinema Pl, Bellingham, WA 98226*Not looking for advertisers, but open to “show supporters” : with a BhamPodcast twist.*Chris - The face in the mirrorWhat's next?* Instagram quotes with a side of mnmltek* Newsletter to book* Still teaching tech classes with WCC ComEdChri's Thanks* to the God that I worship* My beautiful wife* My amazing daughter* Woods Coffee staff* Lettered Streets Coffee* Camber Coffee* Primer Coffee* The Union Coffee* Tony's Coffee* Patrick Rhone* Erica from Art Wood in Fairhaven* Crypto Nick Hill* Katie ThomasAJ's ThanksWhat's Next* #NewWatchAlert- restoring a vintage Seiko (thanks Nick) THE BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: * The Analog Explorer volume 1 magazine gets announced; www.theanalogexplorer.com (http://www.theanalogexplorer.com/) Thanks to:* Wife, son, and family* Erika (Erika's Original)* TBWS- Mike and Kaz* Terry (Toxic Nato)* Nicki (Found Leather)* Dan in (was) in Cyprus (danc21cy)* Dan in (was) in Japan (RisingSunSailor)* KNKX / NPR (Geoffrey Redick, producer)* Nick (Orion Watches)* KMRE* #WatchFam* BuyingOnTime* EA8* Roldorf* AJ's Patreon patrons* Becca (listener and patron)Connect*AJ*: patreon.com/ajbarse (http://patreon.com/ajbarse) or follow on Instagram (http://instagram.com/ajbarse) @ajbarse AND an all new www.ajbarse.com (http://www.ajbarse.com/)*Chris*: chrispowell.co (http://www.chrispowell.co/) or @mnmltek on most social media*Twitter Hashtags*: #bhampodcastListenIf you're in the Bellingham area, be sure to listen to our show on KMRE 102.3 FM (http://www.kmre.org/bellingham-podcast-media-tech/) Thursdays @ 9:00 am and Saturdays @ 1:30 pm.TalkGot a question about technology or anything else about life in Bellingham? Call 201-731-8324 (tel:2017318324) (TECH) and leave us a voicemail, and ask us nicely! We may include it in one of our future shows.SubscribeiTunes, Google Play Store, Soundcloud, Spreaker, TuneIn, or wherever else you podcast. And check out our website at bellinghampodcast.com (http://bellinghampodcast.com/)

Nidhamu (Discipline) AJ and Chris wrap up the common theme across the last three miniseries in this final episode in the" Words of Note series".What the heck was that sentence Chris said? “It is important to have discipline in your life.” - in Swahili!What is Nidhamu? (https://en.bab.la/dictionary/swahili-english/nidhamu)From the Swahili Wikipedia (https://sw.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nidhamu) - “A (https://sw.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mtu) disciplined person is the person who does what needs to be done to achieve his or her goals and society (https://sw.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamii).”Dictionary definition - the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.Discipline brings stability and structure into a person’s life. *Internal discipline* involves Self-restraint. The ability for an individual to have self-restraint allows them to behave in a consistently stringent and controlled manner. It gives you the power and inner strength to overcome addictions, procrastination and laziness and to follow through whatever you do.*External discipline* pertains to to societal norms, such as following the law.Chris - The face in the mirrorTo eliminate options, stick to a singular set of choices, makes my daily walk easier.* Wardrobe* AM breakfast* One watch* One route to workI won't be stopping at the donut shop on my commute to work for my morning glazed old fashioned. It's not an option. I'm sad about it, but I'll continue on my way to workAJTraffic: https://www.amazon.com/Traffic-Drive-What-Says-About/dp/0307277194 Connect*AJ*: patreon.com/ajbarse (http://patreon.com/ajbarse) or follow on Instagram (http://instagram.com/ajbarse) @ajbarse AND an all new www.ajbarse.com (http://www.ajbarse.com/)*Chris*: mnmltek.micro.blog (https://mnmltek.micro.blog/) or chrispowell.co (http://www.chrispowell.co/)*Twitter Hashtags*: #bhampodcastListenIf you're in the Bellingham area, be sure to listen to our show on KMRE 102.3 FM (http://www.kmre.org/bellingham-podcast-media-tech/) Thursdays @ 9:00 am and Saturdays @ 1:30 pm.TalkGot a question about technology or anything else about life in Bellingham? Call 201-731-8324 (tel:2017318324) (TECH) and leave us a voicemail, and ask us nicely! We may include it in one of our future shows.SubscribeiTunes, Google Play Store, Soundcloud, Spreaker, TuneIn, or wherever else you podcast. And check out our website at bellinghampodcast.com (http://bellinghampodcast.com/)

MananAJ and Chris are continuing their Words of Note series with one that you might not be familiar with, but it gives you a chance to think...and reflect: An exploration of MananKNKX - A Walking Tour of Bellingham (http://www.knkx.org/post/walking-tour-through-downtown-bellingham)Special thanks to Geoffrey Redick, producer of KNKX's All Things ConsideredShout-out to KNKX for hosting a “KNKX Connects to Bellingham” even last week at the Mount Baker Theater, including a live broadcast of All Things Considered. Won't be the last time we see them up here in 98226.#GetOutFifth annual ArtNight (http://www.whatcomtalk.com/2018/10/15/support-local-artists-and-schools-at-springhill-suites-annual-artnight-fundraiser/) - Thursday October 25, 5:30-8:30pm. Springhill Suites lobby. Bringing the local art scene to hotel guests and the community. Free admission (it's in the hotel lobby!) with appetizers, drink specials from their Chuckanut Lobby Bar and live music.Disclaimer Time!What is Manan? (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manan)Originating from Gaelic roots, Manan is "*a new beginning* **" or "*morning* **", a "*new day*" or "*opportunity*". It insinuates a positive feeling towards an opportunity, or fresh start.From the Indian Sanskrit language, there are three steps to self-realization: 1. "shravana (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shravana_(hearing))" i.e., careful listening to the teaching of the Vedanta (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vedanta)2. "*manana*" i.e., repeatedly and deeply reflecting on or contemplating what is learned from those teachings3. "nididhyasana (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nididhyasana)" i.e., becoming completely absorbed in contemplation that no other thought enters the mind.Reflection isn't just for mirrors* Notice the negative patterns in your life* Focus on the bigger picture* Come to grips with worrying about things out of your control* Face your fears* Define happiness on your own terms* Make decisions based on your moral compass or conscienceReflection vs. Introspection vs. Rumination*Reflection* is thinking about yourself, your actions, the way you behave. What the mirror sees. *Introspection* involves an examination, or an exploration, of your mental and emotional state. Soul searching. A deeper, more personal form of reflection.*Rumination* can be negative. Often it occurs when you're in a place of stuck, ruminate, chew on it, kick an idea or situation around.Rumination vs. Self-examination - in other words, an introvert's typical eveningWarning: taking reflection/introspection/rumination/self-examination may amplify negative thoughts in your head. Take a shot of mindfulness tonic during tough reflection sessions. Combat the “lizard brain” or the harmful inner narrativeChris' optimal environment for reflection * I-5 through Skagit County* Cruise control set to 75 mph* Loud hard rock music playing loudly through the car stereo* Thoughts just pop in my head... * When not in the bullseye of my attention, my brain's auxiliary process works itself out.AJ's Recipe for Reflection"The Mountain Doesn't Care" vs Motorcycle Zen"On a...

Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement, is the second topic Chris and AJ cover in their Word of Note mini series. Not from a design standpoint, or how to make a better product; but from the perspective for how anyone can seek out change small changes for their personal good. All that and more, and your favorite PNW aficionados are four episodes away from their 100th!.From Toyota's Blog (http://blog.toyota.co.uk/kaizen-toyota-production-system): “*Kaizen* (English: Continuous improvement): A philosophy that helps to ensure maximum quality, the elimination of waste, and improvements in efficiency, both in terms of equipment and work procedures. Kaizen improvements in standardised work help maximise productivity at every worksite. *Standardised work involves following procedures consistently and therefore employees can identify the problems promptly*.”5 S's from the Design World * Sort (Seiri) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5S_(methodology)#Sort_(Seiri)) * Set in order (Seiton) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5S_(methodology)#Set_in_order_(Seiton)) * Shine/Sweep (Seiso) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5S_(methodology)#Shine/Sweep_(Seiso)) * Standardize (Seiketsu) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5S_(methodology)#Standardize_(Seiketsu)) * Sustain/Self-discipline (Shitsuke) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5S_(methodology)#Sustain/Self-discipline_(Shitsuke))Fujifilm's Frequent Firmware Updates, from PetaPixel (https://petapixel.com/2013/04/29/fujifilm-constant-improvement-and-the-philosophy-of-kaizen/): “The idea is that Fuji releases these updates so often because they strive for constant improvement in their cameras even after they’ve gotten them in your hands. Every company (well maybe not all of them… (https://petapixel.com/2013/04/24/a-brutally-honest-review-of-canons-new-rebel-t5i-the-t4i-on-placebo/)) strives to improve with each generation, but Fuji isn’t scared to improve in-between — “It was ‘right,’ now it’s ‘more right.’”Chris' current Kaizen - Data clutter stored in the cloudOne chunk of data when time permits* Digest, learn, and delete* Rename and categorize for future reference Aj's current KaizeNDiet maintenance, plant-basedMinimalism in progress. Living with less, nut not Kondo-ing your life (tie-in with Ep. 97 - Kon-Mari/Elimination)

Summer has taken its last curtain call, and autumn brings that desire to be warm and cozy. Are you wanting to experience...“a mood of coziness and comfortable conviviality with feelings of wellness and contentment.” The Danish folks have a term for this: It's called Hygge. AJ and Chris talk about what makes up Hygge for them here in the PNW as part of their new mini-sieres "A Word of Note."What is Hygge?From Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hygge).Who has talked about Hygge?From Vice News (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pl74ybpyNLk). ”Also been called Socializing for Introverts.” A Danish native. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hZ-5dTUpgk) “A better and more relaxed version of yourself.”From the Today show (https://www.today.com/health/what-hygge-little-book-hygge-explains-danish-secret-happiness-t109084), if you want a happy, vapid, feel-good look at Hygge that has no retaining substance to it.The Little Book of Hygge (https://www.harpercollins.com/9780062658807/the-little-book-of-hygge/) available from Harper Collins.Chris' version of Hygge* Quiet serenity with nothing on the calendar.* A clean organized space.* A glass of seltzer water.* Low light. Two candles, one of them scented with a non-gagging aroma.* Low Volume Music, e.g. Tor Lundvall - A Dark Place (https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Place-Tor-Lundvall/dp/B0787J4K1G/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1538062121&sr=8-4&keywords=tor+lundvall) #GhostAmbientBreaking News: You can have Pumpkin Spice ~whatever~ all year round.AJs version of Hygge* A vibe seen in his photog: wrapped up in Patreon Skookum updates pounding out on a typewriter* Saturday mornings before everyone gets up. * Journal + Coffee+ Quiet= Mental Reset * Methodical coffee, hand grinding the beans et al. * And yes, his watch. #pnw001* OmmWriter https://ommwriter.com/ Where in Bellingham/Whatcom County can we find Hygge?Chris finds Hygge at:Hana TeriyakiVillage Books - Third Floor Rustic Coffee in FairhavenAJ finds Hygge at:“The Mountain doesn't care...” = Mental NorthLooking for cafes that have this vibe for a little respite when travelingConnect*AJ*: patreon.com/ajbarse (http://patreon.com/ajbarse) or follow on Instagram (http://instagram.com/ajbarse) @ajbarse AND an all new www.ajbarse.com (http://www.ajbarse.com/)*Chris*: mnmltek.micro.blog (https://mnmltek.micro.blog/) or chrispowell.co (http://www.chrispowell.co/)*Twitter Hashtags*: #bhampodcastListenIf you're in the Bellingham area, be sure to listen to our show on KMRE 102.3 FM (http://www.kmre.org/bellingham-podcast-media-tech/) Thursdays @ 9:00 am and Saturdays @ 1:30 pm.TalkGot...

Chris and AJ will be back...and with a new mini-series that they are working on. Words!Stay tuned and tune back in in two weeks.

The last episode of the 5 part mini series by AJ and Chris on the PNW State Of Mind. This time, your PNW duo is looking at bookending diet, with exercise and how that reoccurring theme of finding your inner discipline has been woven into each of the episodes in this mini-series. *On this episode* - The primer: * There isn't one- dovetails back to the first episode in this mini-series * Rejoin the DGR : https://www.gentlemansride.com/rider/barse Health and fitness@Chris - DIY Walking Route for your 'hoodActivities that doesn't require being the Hulk or the Flash* walk, and I mean everywhere. From parking in the back 40 at the grocery store, to walk to your nearest village.* gardening * see our previous series on The Urban Hiker's Grandtour!* hit the poolAJSide story: Was never big on running as a kid, hated it actually. Now being in the woods- there's my incentive. Keep a log. Keep accountability to yourself * Argus- https://www.azumio.com/s/argus/index.html * Fitocracy- https://www.fitocracy.com/* Strava- https://www.strava.com/ * Nike- https://www.nike.com/us/en_us/c/nike-plus/running-app-gps* See if your business uses https://www.limeade.com/ Hardware fitness trackers* Yes the Apple Watch if that is your jam* Analog watch lovers, that want more the business casual look: * FC E-strap https://frederiqueconstant.com/e-strap/ $250ish * 20mm and 22mm varients * 7+days of battery * Alpina e-strap * 22mm * $120ish* Just use your phone IMO* Game-a-fy the ways that work for you Connect*AJ*: patreon.com/ajbarse (http://patreon.com/ajbarse) or follow on Instagram (http://instagram.com/ajbarse) @ajbarse AND an all new www.ajbarse.com (http://www.ajbarse.com/)*Chris*: mnmltek.micro.blog (https://mnmltek.micro.blog/) or chrispowell.co (http://www.chrispowell.co/)*Twitter Hashtags*: #bhampodcastListenIf you're in the Bellingham area, be sure to listen to our show on KMRE 102.3 FM (http://www.kmre.org/bellingham-podcast-media-tech/) Thursdays @ 9:00 am and Saturdays @ 1:30 pm.TalkGot a question about technology or anything else about life in Bellingham? Call 201-731-8324 (tel:2017318324) (TECH) and leave us a voicemail, and ask us nicely! We may include it in one of our future shows.SubscribeiTunes, Google Play Store, Soundcloud, Spreaker, TuneIn, or wherever else you podcast. And check out our website at bellinghampodcast.com (http://bellinghampodcast.com/)

AJ and Chris got our mind on our money and our money on our mind. This week we look at part 4 of our PNW State Of Mind Series and we are looking at finances, debt, and ways to keep the Benjamins in our wallets. The primers: * What are you subscribed to these days...and how much does it cost each month? https://www.popsci.com/check-app-subscriptions * Chris' family tech subscriptions = approx. $25/month. Chris' personal nerd subscriptions = approx. $25/month* “The staggering environmental footprint of all the food that we just throw in the trash” Washington Post https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/energy-environment/wp/2018/04/18/americans-waste-about-a-quarter-of-the-food-they-buy-and-the-environmental-consequences-are-staggering/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.851c16e482db * “Our data suggest that the average person in the United States wastes about a pound of food per day,” said the University of Vermont’s Meredith Niles, one of the study’s authors, along with researchers at the Department of Agriculture and the University of New Hampshire.Dollar DisciplineBuy it now, pay for it later - 9.99% APR, 14.99% APR, etc.Spartan Season - Not the 300 kindWhere does the Benjamin go?Chris * Mint app (https://www.mint.com/) - online money tracking portal from Intuit* YNAB (https://www.youneedabudget.com/) - You Need a BudgetSeason of Frugality - Is this even possible with the holiday shopping season 2.5 months away? AJ * Amazon is too easy? * Add it to the cart and DON'T buy it for 24 hrs. If you see it there tomorrow and you still feel YOU NEED whatever it is, then buy it. * Meal prep for the family: * Buy Me A Pie ap (https://buymeapie.com/)p and DON'T shop while hungry/hangry * Argus (http://www.azumio.com/s/argus/index.html) (again) for fitness but also eating habbits...how many coffees again did you have today? * Gas guzzling (and how a little red motorcycle helped the gas crisis) * Road Trip app (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/road-trip-mpg/id298398207?mt=8)Books & Media:The Financial Diet - Website (https://thefinancialdiet.com/) and Youtube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSPYNpQ2fHv9HJ-q6MIMaPw)https://thefinancialdiet.com/Dave Ramsey - Debt Snowball Method (https://www.daveramsey.com/blog/how-the-debt-snowball-method-works)Rejoin the DGR : https://www.gentlemansride.com/rider/barse Shout out to The Adapted Eye: https://www.flickr.com/photos/dixeyk/ #DisciplineConnect*AJ*: patreon.com/ajbarse (http://patreon.com/ajbarse) or follow on Instagram (