Best Not Boring Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating Early Careers: Insights from APA 50:50

4h ago50:50

50:50

In this episode of Urban Planning is Not Boring, Sam and Nat are joined by three representatives from various APA California chapters who share their experiences as young and emerging planners and discuss opportunities at the upcoming APA California Conference: Tony Lopez, APA Inland Empire Kyle Wilson, APA Orange County Brittany Montano, APA Los A…

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Turning Complaints into Customer Loyalty 14:32

15h ago14:32

14:32

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Vacation is supposed to be relaxing, but what if your stay doesn’t live up to your expectations? That’s what happened to our resident Bookkeeper Mensch, Paul Rosenblum, during his recent South Carolina getaway. While most of the t…

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WE ARE SO BACK! 26:26

4h ago26:26

26:26

After a few months off, we're excited to say that Urban Planning is Not Boring is back! In this episode, we're catching up on what we've been up to during the break and sharing some personal updates. Don't worry—your favorite urban planning content is just around the corner. Stay tuned for more deep dives into the world of urban planning in upcomin…

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Treat Your Customers Well Instead of Bean Counting 13:18

15d ago13:18

13:18

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Why should you, a small business owner, prioritize treating customers well instead of focusing solely on your bottom line? That’s what our favorite bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, has been doing for over 2 decades. So on the 3…

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Bookkeeping mishaps to avoid 16:30

1M ago16:30

16:30

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Accounting can be as unpredictable as a day at the beach with no sunscreen, as our favorite bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, learned while untangling the mess of a green energy business. His stories highlight just how important…

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Building Your Business Bookkeeping Team 24:17

2M ago24:17

24:17

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Which do you like doing more: working IN or ON your business? Most small business owners say that working ON the business is their biggest pain point. And that's exactly why our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, is prov…

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Kickstarting Your Bookkeeping Business-Tips and Tricks 18:21

2M ago18:21

18:21

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Are you looking to start your own bookkeeping business? Our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, is here to share his wealth of knowledge on how to get your bookkeeping business set up. These tips are NOT what you’re expec…

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Bookkeeping Questions and Answers, #1 14:19

3M ago14:19

14:19

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! In this special episode, our resident Bookkeeper Mensch, Paul Rosenblum, answers YOUR questions. (Thanks for sending these in!) Much to our delight, each question explores a different aspect of financial decision-making, ranging f…

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Chart of Accounts, The Sequel, Part 2 of 2 14:42

3M ago14:42

14:42

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Ever wondered why bookkeepers are the real superheroes of the business world? It's because they master the intricacies of the chart of accounts, ensuring every income, cost of goods, and expense is perfectly categorized in the pro…

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Chart of Accounts, The Sequel, Part 1 of 2 16:56

4M ago16:56

16:56

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Why did the accountant break up with their calculator? It just wasn't adding up! (Did we mention that Paul is still recovering from tax season?) No, seriously, we need to have a talk about your business adding up so our resident b…

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The Bookkeepers Tool Kit (and Utility Belt) 11:32

4M ago11:32

11:32

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! If you’re a bookkeeper with Batman tendencies, then our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, has some advice for you in this post-tax season episode. He’ll help you reevaluate your bookkeeping-life balance including an aud…

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Boosting Your Bookkeeping Bond 13:39

5M ago13:39

13:39

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! As tax season winds down, our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, has some words of wisdom for small business owners in this special (and not ranty) client’s toolkit episode. Toolkit for what? Being good to YOUR bookkeepe…

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April Book Club: Here We Go Again WITH Alison Cochrun 36:06

5M ago36:06

36:06

Today the girls are joined by the, very special, Alison Cochrun, to discuss her newest book, "Here We Go Again". Alison also discusses her journey into writing queer romance, discovering her sexuality, and writing through grief and loss. Like every book club episode, there will be SPOILERS, so make sure you get a chance to read "Here We Go Again" b…

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Bookkeeping Software, Part 2: Alternatives to QuickBooks 14:13

5M ago14:13

14:13

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Curious about the differences between online bookkeeping software options? Our resident Bookkeeping Mensch, Paul Rosenblum, has got you covered! He shares crucial insights about the options available including the free, the simple…

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Bookkeeping Software, Part 1: The Pros and Cons 16:03

6M ago16:03

16:03

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Alright, folks, listen up! This episode is a must for all you business owners and bookkeepers out there, because we're diving deep into the realm of online accounting……software! It's a game-changer, sure, but before you jump on th…

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March Book Club: Gone to See the River Man by Kristopher Triana 40:12

6M ago40:12

40:12

To kick off this March episode the girls catch up on recent TV/movie viewings, including their favorite Oscars Noms. This episode also serves as their formal application to be hired on "Below Deck". Do they have experience? No. Do they have enthusiasm? Absolutely. As for this month's book club pick, the girls have chosen a particularly disturbing r…

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Audit-Free Bookkeeping Tweaks 12:17

6M ago12:17

12:17

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! In the midst of tax season, our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, delves into three crucial small business bookkeeping adjustments to make sure you avoid IRS scrutiny. Through three case studies, he addresses careful bu…

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Reimagining Downtowns in a Post-Pandemic World 26:32

6M ago26:32

26:32

Welcome back to "Urban Planning is Not Boring"! We'll examine the historical context of downtown "ghost towns" and how this phenomenon is not entirely new but rather a cyclical pattern in urban development. From white flight to suburban sprawl, we'll trace the trajectory of downtowns over the last few decades, from decline to revival and now to unc…

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Partnership Payout Puzzle 11:57

7M ago11:57

11:57

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Ever wondered why partnership distributions sometimes leave partners scratching their heads, wondering where all the money went? Our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, delves into the intricacies of managing finances for…

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February Book Club: True Biz by Sara Nović 44:38

7M ago44:38

44:38

Welcome back! Today the girls are discussing their Feb Book Club pick, True Biz by Sara Nović. Kara and Allysa learned so much reading this book and hope you can enjoy the episode even if you haven't had a chance to read it. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @notboringbookclub for the March Book Club announcement!…

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VMT 101: Understanding the Basics of Vehicle Miles Traveled 38:34

7M ago38:34

38:34

Welcome back to Urban Planning is Not Boring! In this episode, we dive into an acronym many of you are likely familiar with, VMT. We start by breaking down the concept of VMT - vehicle miles traveled - which essentially measures the total distance traveled by vehicles, typically on a daily basis. To illustrate, imagine driving 20 miles to work, 5 m…

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Preparing for the tax season marathon 19:39

7M ago19:39

19:39

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Strap on your running shoes so you can train with our resident Bookkeeper Mensch, Paul Rosenblum, for his tax marathon preparation. Discover his methodical process for evaluating and streamlining clients' financial records, akin t…

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Beyond Home and Work: Exploring the Importance of Third Places 44:20

7M ago44:20

44:20

Welcome back to Urban Planning Is Not Boring! In today's episode, we delve into the concept of third places – those vital social hubs that bridge the gap between our homes (first places) and workplaces (second places). Join us as we uncover why third places are essential to fostering vibrant, connected communities. American sociologist Ray Oldenbur…

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January Book Club: The Vegetarian by Han Kang & Interview w/ Tim Towslee 1:12:31

8M ago1:12:31

1:12:31

For today's Book Club episode, the girls are joined by their high school English teacher, who originally taught the girls the importance of being "not boring", Tim Towslee. The group discusses "The Vegetarian" by Han Kang (translated by Deborah Smith). Next month, the girls are excited to discuss "True Biz" by Sarah Novic for their February Book Cl…

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QuickBooks no more? 13:20

8M ago13:20

13:20

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Why is July 31, 2024 a date to remember and possibly cry over? In this episode, our loveable bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, takes us on a rollercoaster of emotions as he grapples with the impending retirement of certain Quick…

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Spotlight on APA Inland Empire 42:47

8M ago42:47

42:47

Welcome back to Urban Planning is Not Boring! In this episode, Nat and Sam sit down with representatives from the American Planning Association (APA) Inland Empire Section to dive into the excitement surrounding the upcoming APA California Conference in Riverside from September 28th through October 1st. Discover the purpose and vision behind APA an…

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More 1099 Updates 8:34

8M ago8:34

8:34

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! As promised, it’s time for our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, to update us on the 1099 situation. He specifically addresses the introduction of 1099K forms by third-party payment apps like Venmo and PayPal for transa…

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Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) East to West with Four Degrees to the Streets 1:06:07

8M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

Happy New Year! Welcome back to Urban Planning is Not Boring! We are back from our break with a very exciting episode! In this joint episode, the Four Degrees to the Streets and Urban Planning is Not Boring podcasts come together to discuss Transit-Oriented Development (TOD). Hosts Nimo, Jas, Sam, and Nat use their expertise and experience living i…

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December Book Club: The Christmas Orphans Club by Becca Freeman 38:39

9M ago38:39

38:39

For the last episode of the year, the girls discuss "The Christmas Orphans Club" by Becca Freeman!!! Kara & Allysa wish you all the happiest of holidays and they can't wait to ring in the new year with "The Vegetarian" by Han Kang as their January Book Club. Join us on Instagram & TikTok @notboringbookclub!…

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Organizing Your Tax Records 16:47

9M ago16:47

16:47

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! It’s organizational time with our overworked Bookkeeper Mensch, Paul Rosenblum. He’s not taking breaks these days but he did make time to share the importance of archiving documents with you in this episode. Remember, the IRS requ…

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Small Business-Life Balance 9:24

9M ago9:24

9:24

🦉 Send us a text message! But please include your email or a way to get in touch with you. This feature is not two way! Each small business decision is like a snowflake gently falling into place and so in this podcast episode, our resident bookkeeping mensch, Paul Rosenblum, invites listeners into the winter landscape of his 30-year entrepreneurial…

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