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Comment by ahje | Hacker News Reader

Honest question here: How do you guys get the time/focus to listen to podcasts?

I can't focus on people talking while doing something else so I either have to put down whatever I am doing in order to listen, or I'll miss most of what is being said.

Maybe it's just me?

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There are a lot of daily activities that don't require your full attention

  - commuting (driving, bicycle, public transport)
  - getting ready for work (shower, getting dressed) 
  - cooking, eating
  - laundry, dishes, vacuuming, ...
  - shopping
  - gardening
  - exercise/working out
  - ...

For me, long walks. I get a little exercise and fresh air. My sister listens to audio books while doing housework. As the article mentions, many people listen while driving.

It's not just you, we're just half-assing both.

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