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Patrick Rhone

Writer, technology consultant, and home restorer known for the Minimal Mac blog and the book Enough; also active in community circus rigging and various maker projects.

Top 10 podcasts with Patrick Rhone

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81 snips
Dec 16, 2025 • 1h 23min

245: Fashionable & Functional, with Patrick Rhone

Patrick Rhone, a writer, technology consultant, and home restorer, shares his insights on the importance of curiosity and becoming a lifelong learner. He discusses his passion for calendars and how a calendar-first approach is crucial for productivity, arguing that to-do lists are merely wish lists. Patrick highlights his diverse projects, from restoring old homes to circus rigging, and emphasizes the value of practical skills in the age of AI. His unique perspective encourages listeners to embrace their interests and organize their lives thoughtfully.
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32 snips
Apr 9, 2025 • 52min

PM Talks S2E4: Focus

Patrick Rhone, a thoughtful blogger and thinker, joins Mike Vardy for a compelling discussion about the essence of focus. They explore the importance of clarity in cultivating attention, and how poor planning can derail productivity. Rhone emphasizes setting intentions before tasks to enhance outcomes, while also breaking down the four spheres of attention. The conversation dives into the balancing act required to maintain focus amid distractions, including the role of tools and AI in our lives. Ultimately, they reveal that the quality of our attention shapes our life experiences.
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17 snips
May 21, 2025 • 38min

PM Talks S2E5: Adaptability

Patrick Rhone, a frequent guest known for his candid reflections, joins the conversation on adaptability, illustrating how life’s unpredictabilities can shape our responses. They discuss the importance of slowing down to make thoughtful decisions and the tension between efficiency and personal agency. Rhone shares insights on navigating uncertainty in higher education, highlighting students' financial struggles and evolving admissions landscapes. The duo emphasizes that true adaptability is practiced, urging listeners to embrace change and prioritize resilience.
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10 snips
Sep 10, 2025 • 45min

PM Talks S2E9: Connection

In this engaging conversation, Patrick Rhone, a writer and thinker focused on connection, shares personal anecdotes about sports fandoms and their surprising emotional ties. He explores how values, empathy, and kindness create meaningful relationships across diverse communities. The discussion also covers the role of faith in shaping personal identity and highlights how AI can simplify decision-making, allowing for deeper connections. Ultimately, it’s about fostering resilience and compassion in our complex, busy lives.
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10 snips
Aug 13, 2025 • 43min

PM Talks S2E8: Creativity

Join Patrick Rhone, a productivity and creativity expert, as he shares timeless insights that can spark inspiration for anyone feeling creatively blocked. They discuss how constraints can actually enhance creativity and why perfectionism is often a barrier to flow. Rhone emphasizes that creativity thrives on both time and space, revealing unique ways to turn mundane tasks into opportunities for innovation. This conversation is a refreshing reminder that creativity is essential for all, not just artists, and invites listeners to embrace imperfection as a superpower.
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9 snips
Jan 14, 2026 • 1h 6min

PM Talks S3E1: Honesty

In this conversation, Patrick Rhone, a writer and productivity expert, explores the theme of honesty in our commitments and self-perceptions. He discusses the lies we tell ourselves and how these shape our time management. Patrick emphasizes clarifying intentions by putting them on calendars and recognizing the difference between urgency and immediacy. They also delve into aligning personal rhythms with productivity systems and the importance of knowing your true capacity to avoid overcommitting. Practical insights abound, making it a valuable listen!
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4 snips
Nov 12, 2025 • 41min

PM Talks S2E11: Trust

Patrick Rhone, a writer and blogger focused on productivity and simplicity, dives deep into the concept of trust. He discusses how trusting the moment enhances presence and its impact on daily choices, like buying a car. They explore the societal implications of eroding trust in institutions and technology. Rhone emphasizes the importance of simplicity in building reliable systems and how personal instincts influence trust decisions. The conversation also touches on legacy systems and the patience required to maintain trust over time.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 52min

PM Talks S3E2: Poise Under Pressure in a Fractured Moment

Patrick Rhone, writer and commentator who reported from Minneapolis–St. Paul, gives a firsthand account of intense local actions and civic fallout. He describes abrupt detentions, community search efforts, and the strain on neighborhoods. The conversation focuses on moral clarity, why neutrality can fail, and practical ways people can bear witness and respond.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 52min

PM Talks S3E2: Poise Under Pressure in a Fractured Moment

Patrick Rhone, writer and podcaster, offers an on-the-ground perspective from Minnesota. He recounts witnessing ICE actions and community responses in real time. The conversation focuses on moral clarity, why neutrality can fail, how truth is eroded by performative belief, and what ordinary people are doing to document and resist while maintaining daily life.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 33min

PM Talks S2E10: Clarity

In a thought-provoking conversation, Patrick Rhone, an independent writer and thinker on work and life, dives into the idea of clarity. He and Mike discuss how emotions, like sports outcomes, can impact daily clarity. They explore the effective use of time theming as a scaffold for focus, and how to navigate life’s unexpected waves with intention. Rhone shares the concept of taking a ‘Clarity Day’ to reset and reflect on what truly matters, shedding light on the delicate balance between structure and spontaneity.

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