Quick Questions with Mark and Eunice

01/11/2021

How do I deal with ambitious goals and ambitious bosses without losing my sanity and my team's trust? If you're in middle management, this is probably something you ask yourself quite a lot. Not a difficult question? Let's give it a dash of self-doubt. Was the task really impossible or was it I who lack ambition and a can-do attitude? …...

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How do I deal with ambitious goals and ambitious bosses without losing my sanity and my team’s trust? If you’re in middle management, this is probably something you ask yourself quite a…

12/10/2021

And just like that, we are now at the end of the special season. Mark and Eunice sits down and discuss what they liked about the season, discoveries, realisations, and whatnot.

The duo hints on what could be the next chapter for Quick Questions, talks about their sources, and as usual, looks to the direction of their listeners for more inspiration for future seasons.

Join the discussion in social media. If you wish to join the podcast, drop a message and Mark himself will get in touch with you.

Tune in to ' on :
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1P0q6Z2N4EI1vN18Erd6Sy?si=Pai0Bs17T-SiXcBnuNoBnw

04/10/2021

In this episode the duo moves from the scary night creatures to nature spirits or elementals. Mark goes through his research on Visayan lore while Eunice comes in with beliefs surrounding another "star" of Filipino folklore: diwata. As usual the two recollects childhood experiences and even a few lessons in Filipino history. It's another satisfying trip into the rabbit hole of Pinoy folklore!

Tune in: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Sf65DncRogcRkVcW3WNl9?si=xUAQuSc5RmqejdMT_J-kmg

20/09/2021

Perhaps the most exciting folktales are the ones that talk about aswangs and other creatures of the night. In this episode Mark and Eunice explores the internet archives for the origin of some of the most popular creatures of Pinoy folktales and beliefs associated with them. As Eunice goes through her notes from centuries-old materials, Mark realises he has heard more intriguing folktales than he initially thought.

Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4csIXZIJKgy65XikVvIR9j

06/09/2021

It's out!

Inspired by the popularity of Trese, Mark and Eunice dig the internet for lesser-known Pinoy folklore, and after uncovering a treasure trove of anthropological material, decide to create a special season dedicated to the topic. In this episode, the two discuss their fascination with folklore, some personal favourites, and their desire for the younger generation to have access to the same fascinating stories and beliefs they encountered as kids.

This episode is the launch of the 6-episode special that is a first for Quick Questions. Prepare yourselves for a trip down memory lane and the dusty archives to [re]discover Filipino folklore.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4tcj0sTM0I24sZV2P1esbL?si=752fd762d2114d3e

31/08/2021

Did you miss us? We have just released the season's premiere episode! Check out what's in store for you this season through the Spotify link below.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4tcj0sTM0I24sZV2P1esbL?si=NYR9nI83QPSEEP4c5LWgaA&utm_source=copy-link&dl_branch=1



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14/06/2021

Did you enjoy part 1 of our everything-90s episode? Here's part 2 of our meaty discussion.

Got something to say that's too cool for our comments section? You may leave us a message in Anchor and hear our response in our next episodes!

Oh, the 90s. Depending on what you were doing back then, you might love or hate this decade. But to forget it? What with boy bands, girl bands, outdoor games, and outrageous fashion, we don't think that's possible. In this 2-part episode, 90s kids Eunice and Mark take a stroll down memory lane and l...

14/06/2021

Quick Questions has a new home! Leave us a voice message in .fm and get featured in upcoming episodes.

You may also tune in to our discussions now in , , , , and . More options to get answers to your quick questions. Ain't that neat? What's your hottest question today?

Visit https://anchor.fm/quickquestionspodcast or see link in bio.

19/05/2021

In this pandemic, we all have to do our part and just stay home. But staying home, we find ourselves having far too much time and getting bored. But is it just because we have too much time or is it something more? In this episode, we talk about why we get bored and how we battle boredom with our hobbies old and new alike. We list down and discuss the top hobbies that trended in the past 12 months.

Let us know your thoughts on this episode and tell us about your hobbies and quarantine stories through the comments.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t8qvyvukT6KzC1Pq3SFCe?si=a7111376d1fc4945

10/05/2021

Clutter. Not all of us are good when it comes to dealing with them. But unless we don't care about the difference of a proper living space and a junkyard, we still try. And now that most of us are spending our days stuck in our respective houses, keeping things tidy is a must to keep our sanity. In this episode Eunice and I talk about how we are at home, and some of the cheapest most practical decluttering tips we have gathered and applied in order to keep our spaces sane.

Head to Spotify and listen to this fresh episode by clicking the link below. Join the discussion by letting us know your thoughts and tips on decluttering, in the comments section. We could all use a bit of adulting advice.

Clean space and productive workdays,
Mark

https://open.spotify.com/episode/32rnYOuSKlBwWlW1FItCpM?si=e59d782e076542f4

03/05/2021

Hello, World! Hello, Code Comrades!

It's been years since Mark and I, , have been introduced to the world of IT.

We have gone on with progressing in our own careers but it really is fun to look back at the many, many experiences, lessons learned, and well... some interesting characters along the way.

Speaking of interesting characters, we've talked about the types of programmers and how to better work with them in our episode "The 10 Types of Programmers You’ll Encounter".

So, ever wonder what type of programmer you are?
I answered this one out and got my predicted answer. Hahaha.

Try out the quiz by selecting which feels like something you'll do on the spot. Enjoy! ^_^
>> https://uquiz.com/JwzLDh > https://open.spotify.com/episode/5b6Hl18KMapTxR9OPMR00R?si=q6kqvpJYSRixL9OsLV7HuA

05/04/2021

How was your long weekend? Ours was productive. We figured that there's been a lot of stuff physical and otherwise, lying around waiting for our attention. As a result, we decided to hit pause on creating content and did some decluttering work in our work areas and our heads. Yeah, it's like spring cleaning. If the season exists in PH, that is.

After more than two years of being the whitest room in the house, I gave my room a splash of blue by painting a feature wall. I've been wanting a change of environment in the past months. I guess I have achieved that. Eunice on the other hand is on the Nth phase of her workspace renovation. More and more organisers and pink stuff are coming each day. Every nook and cranny is getting cleaned and disinfected. This is what abundance of time does for everyone.

We're cooking something good and we'll see you in a few weeks.

Iced tea and warm madeleines,
Mark

25/03/2021

When you're debugging your code in full combat mode but the bugs keep coming back stronger.

Familiar? Meet more familiar personalities in our latest episode about the types of programmers you will meet out there.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/5b6Hl18KMapTxR9OPMR00R?si=6N21kQLsQp2j6fOL0GMN5Q&utm_source=copy-link

08/03/2021

For most of us, frustration is a constant element of every workday. But that doesn't mean it doesn't suck or we should just accept it. In this 2-part episode, we talk about the most common sources of frustration in the office from messy meetings to time-wasters to inept colleagues and more, and how to effectively deal with them. If you have a nine-to-five and don't find yourself nodding your head while listening to this episode, we don't know what will make you.

Listen to our newest episode.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QQoq69xhuiT2UogZy3YGS?si=MfkDkC-sTLOtE6Oeb9WH7Q

Quick Questions Podcast or QQ, we call it, is one of the projects that came out of the 2020 PH lockdown and the 6-month break I took from work. Eunice, the significant human, and I would hop into a…

02/03/2021

We just got into the third month of 2021. How's the emotional weather at work? Our upcoming episode talks about frustrations in the office. But you don't need to wait for Sunday to share your thoughts. Let us know!

21/02/2021

What makes a good plot twist? In this episode we explore what works, what doesn't work, and what the experts recommend.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LC5bRcafBDvDc8y7eSQEv?si=NxTeusg9Q5CkvnOX6s2ZaQ&utm_source=copy-link

Plot twist, it seems to be everywhere from the television series we follow, to movies, to books, even well… in real life for some of us. But not every plot twist works. The effect can range f…

18/02/2021

Meet your hosts Mark and Eunice. A few months ago, they were nothing more than your typical professional working from home and navigating the so-called new normal. Well, nothing much has changed except that they now have a podcast and sharing their insights to a bigger audience--something that they, being both introverts, never really imagine doing. But here they are now.

Don't be fooled, these IT professionals are nothing you would expect outside office hours. Get to know them more and join the conversations by following Quick Questions with Mark and Eunice in social media and the podcast in Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/show/1fN1Y2Z7oVaiSMfpn2Id5I?si=OQ60vugbT8Oe_F-ojX-9WQ

16/02/2021

Learning doesn't stop, and even the most reluctant need to pick up new skills every once in a while. In this episode we explore some classic studying techniques that worked for our friends as students, and their variants that remain effective for learning and doing things in the workplace. Join us as we reminisce about student life and discuss how we can benefit from the old ways when it comes to upskilling and being productive.



https://open.spotify.com/episode/30l6iyjnYUiYRG8KoKKh1c?si=HcxSwfEqRh-IyGEoVYGNdg&utm_source=copy-link

13/02/2021

08/02/2021

10 Questions About Pinoy Culture

Ever asked yourself why we Filipinos do certain things your non-Filipino colleagues would find odd if not difficult to understand? In this episode, we asked ourselves and tried to answer some curious questions about the Filipino culture. Tune in for Monday good vibes and share your thoughts in the comments. Or better yet, ask us more questions. (:

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07/02/2021

Just what exactly is Quick Questions Podcast?

Quick Questions Podcast or QQ, we call it, is one of the projects that came out of the 2020 PH lockdown and the 6-month break that Mark took from work. Eunice and Mark would hop into a video call nearly every night and start talking about their respective days which often lead to them sharing thoughts about almost anything under the sun. One day, while Mark was cleaning up his inbox–which means skimming through emails from several mailing lists before he sends them to the bin–he saw an article about podcasting using Zoom. This gave him the idea. With their knack for creating digital content from simple photographs and articles to videos and their wide range of interests, Mark thought they could let people into their conversations and possibly share some neat insights.

Fast forward to 2021, the duo have now just released Season 1 of Quick Questions in Spotify talking about different topics from dating, to happenings in the workplace, movies, general pop culture, basically every topic that every busy millennial have in mind but rarely find time to talk about.

Follow Quick Questions in Spotify, Facebook, and Instagram and get a weekly dose of casual yet stimulating conversations and let your voice be heard in the comments. For anything else, contact us in social media.

Sometimes the simplest most random questions are the best conversation starters. Join us as we give relatable answers to very relatable questions from young professionals with anecdotes, funny rants, and things you didn't bother googling.