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Second Brain Project: Action, Part 1 Feb 26, 2021

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Dennis and Tom return to their ongoing personal knowledge management project: the Second Brain. In previous episodes, they discussed the 'capture' and 'organization' elements of the project, and are now ready to move on to the third pillar—action! They talk through how they hope to put their second brains to use, the challenges they still expect to have to overcome, and how automation will play a key role in making their stored data accessible when needed. In their second segment, they look at trending mice, trackpads, pens and other input devices, including a few of their personal favorites.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company and Nota.

The Latest Trends in Collaboration Technologies Feb 12, 2021

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Dennis and Tom have been pushing collaboration tech for, like, ever, but life in the age of COVID-19 finally forced lawyers to get on board. So, where is this tech at now? And, before the profession pats itself on the back too much, are lawyers really doing much more than using Zoom? Dennis and Tom discuss new trends in collaboration tech and offer their take on how lawyers can best explore and utilize these tools to work with clients and colleagues with ease. In their second segment, "Tom's Rant" returns! Recent controversy surrounding Clubhouse has ticked him off—listen in for his thoughts on the argument.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company and Nota.

Niche Social Media Platforms — Trend of the Future? Jan 29, 2021

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For many, mounting frustrations toward major social media networks have led them to consider quitting altogether. But, where will those who still want to maintain connections go? Dennis and Tom discuss some of the smaller social media platforms that have been growing in popularity and whether they might be well-suited to lawyers. For those seeking more meaningful interactions, better privacy, or perhaps a more focused community, niche social media platforms may be the wave of the future.

In their second segment, they talk through the notion of a "digital reset" to help your online and/or technology experience be more pleasant and productive.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Second Brain Project: Organization, Part 2 Jan 15, 2021

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Dennis and Tom have zeroed in on their top pick for organizing their personal knowledge management project, the Second Brain. Having both come to the conclusion that Notion is the right tool for the job, Dennis and Tom dig into why they like it and how its capabilities effectively serve the needs of the project.

Next, is Dennis a hashtag genius or not? In their second segment, a skeptical Tom grills Dennis on his creative new approach to Twitter hashtags.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Cheers to a New Year! — Dennis & Tom's 2021 Resolutions Jan 01, 2021

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In keeping with their annual tradition, Dennis and Tom share their technology and podcast resolutions to ring in the new year. They take a look back at the resolutions they made for 2020, discussing the progress they made and which goals they met. Then, they look forward to 2021, outlining the importance of making specific, measurable, and achievable goals related to technology and discussing what they hope to accomplish for the podcast this year.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Pardon the Interruption: 2020 Edition Dec 18, 2020

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The Kennedy-Mighell Report is wrapping up the year in their traditional style! Joined once again by Debbie Foster, Dennis and Tom recap 2020 with "Pardon the Interruption"-style segments, including Toss Up, What's the Word, and their very own Buzzword Bingo. They exchange views on many of the latest hot topics in legal, hashing out COVID-era changes, rapid tech adoption, access to justice, and much more.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Debbie Foster is the managing partner for Affinity Consulting, and is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Will We All Be Video Stars? — Exploring the COVID-Era Video Surge Dec 04, 2020

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Throughout the pandemic, online platforms for video have experienced a major uptick in use. From YouTube to TikTok and more, users around the world are creating and consuming video content at a rapid pace. Should lawyers be riding this wave? Dennis and Tom talk about the potential audiences legal professionals could reach, different video formats to consider, and the pros and cons for several of the more popular platforms. In their second segment, they discuss their efforts to do home office updates over the past year and share some of their favorite items for remote work.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Show Notes - Kennedy-Mighell Report #275

A Segment: Will We All Be Video Stars?

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com
Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com
Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/
Microsoft Teams Live Events - https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/get-started-with-microsoft-teams-live-events-d077fec2-a058-483e-9ab5-1494afda578a

B Segment: Biggest Changes to our Home Offices

XDesk - https://www.xdesk.com/
Dell UltraSharp 38" Monitor - https://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/dell-ultrasharp-38-curved-monitor-u3818dw/apd/210-amrc
Logitech Brio - https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-BRIO-Conferencing-Recording-Streaming/dp/B01N5UOYC4

Parting Shots:

Readwise - https://readwise.io/
Recomendo Amazon Storefront - https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevin2kelly?listId=1IVO184B4KNDI

Second Brain Project: Organization, Part 1 Nov 20, 2020

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Time to get organized! Dennis and Tom are moving along to the next phase of their Second Brain project—taking their captured data and deciding how to best classify and catalogue it. With easy, effective data access in mind, they talk about their preferred organizational structures, hash out their tendencies toward both apple-pie order and thinly veiled chaos, and examine the tools they think will be most helpful to their unique sensibilities.

In their second segment, they ponder the apparent revival of email newsletters. As many writers have moved toward launching independent, subscription-based newsletters in 2020, this formerly passé medium has suddenly found new popularity. Dennis and Tom discuss the viability of this shift and their thoughts on the pros and cons for this type of content.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

All-In on Virtual Reality: VR Tech & Its Many Potential Applications in the Legal Field Nov 06, 2020

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Virtual reality may not immediately strike lawyers as useful to their practice, but a deeper look at this versatile tech reveals a multitude of possibilities for the profession. New VR uses are cropping up all over the legal world, from law students training to litigation applications for more powerful storytelling to simple programs that prep clients for the courtroom. Dennis and Tom talk about their personal experiences with VR tech and discuss its tremendous potential for helping lawyers improve their legal practice.

In their second segment, they give an update on the current state of deepfakes and what is being done to aid in deepfake detection.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

Show Notes - Kennedy-Mighell Report #273

A Segment: Dennis and Tom talk about Virtual Reality

Oculus Quest 2 - https://www.oculus.com/quest-2

B Segment: Update on Deepfakes

Parting Shots:

reMarkable 2 - https://remarkable.com/store/remarkable-2
Exponential.Legal - https://www.exponential.legal/

Microsoft Teams: Tips for Law Firms from Karuana Gatimu Oct 23, 2020

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Many law firms looking for a secure and mobile collaboration platform in the midst of the pandemic have turned to Microsoft Teams, but many lawyers still aren't aware of the extent of its capabilities. Dennis and Tom welcome Karuana Gatimu to help legal professionals understand how Microsoft Teams can aid both them and their clients in legal matters and how to get the training they need to use it successfully.

As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.

Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.

Karuana Gatimu is director of the Customer Advocacy Group at Microsoft Teams.

Special thanks to our sponsors, ServeNow and Colonial Surety Company.

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