The Productivity Apps & Tools of Brooks Duncan (TPS481)

This podcast episode discusses a wide range of apps, hardware, tools, and services that can enhance productivity and personal experiences. Topics covered include note-taking apps, communication tools, fitness apps, reading apps, and productivity tools. The episode also provides recommendations for hardware such as the Elgato Stream Deck and Logitech accessories. The speaker also shares personal preferences for document scanning apps, electronic readers, wireless chargers, and power banks. The overall focus is on finding resources that bring convenience, efficiency, and joy to daily life. Takeaways • Various apps mentioned include "Drafts" for note-taking, Apple Notes for syncing and multimedia features, Reminders for list-keeping and sharing, Pocketcast for podcast listening, calm and Audible for relaxation and audiobooks, and various music streaming apps. • Recommended productivity apps include Text Expander, Fantastical, Omni Focus, Grammarly, and browser plugins like Send to Omni Focus and Copy as Markdown. • Communication apps like Slack and Microsoft Teams are discussed, as well as community-building platforms like Discord. • Miscellaneous tools such as Happy Scale for weight tracking, Setapp subscription service for accessing apps like Ulysses, Stock Events for tracking stocks and dividends, and Mind Node for mind mapping are mentioned. • Reading apps like Artifact, Espresso, and Libby are recommended, along with fitness apps like the Strong app. • Hardware recommendations include Elgato tools, Logitech accessories, and the Kindle Paperwhite electronic reader. • Other miscellaneous tools mentioned include smartphone apps for document scanning, wireless chargers, power banks, and Sonos speakers for music enjoyment while working.