Just because we can invent something… doesn’t mean we should.

In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I take a slightly unhinged stroll through the world of modern “innovations” — from smart fridges with more personality than your ex to app-controlled forks (yes, really). We’ll ask the big question: Who is this actually for?

Some tech is life-changing. Some of it feels like the fever dream of someone who drank too much cold brew. Join me as I rant lovingly about the absurdity of modern convenience, the line between genius and gimmick, and whether we’ve finally reached peak innovation… or just peak nonsense.

History isn’t just dusty dates and names you had to memorise for exams — it’s the backbone of who we are, how we live, and where we’re going next.

In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I’m diving into why history still matters — and not just in the academic sense. From ancient civilizations to 20th-century pop culture, I explore how our past shapes our present and why understanding it helps us navigate the messiness of modern life.

We’ll also look at the way we consume history — through books, films, video games, reenactments, museums, and memes — and why these things keep the past alive in ways that actually stick. Because knowing where we’ve been helps us figure out where we’re headed — and also gives us some cracking stories along the way.

Why is “no” the hardest word to say when it could save our time, energy, and sanity?

In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I’m tackling the deceptively small but emotionally massive act of saying no. Whether it’s declining plans, setting boundaries at work, or just not doing something that drains your soul — saying no is a form of self-respect, not rudeness.

We’ll talk about people-pleasing tendencies, boundary-setting awkwardness, and why it’s okay to disappoint others in order to protect your peace. Spoiler alert: “No” is a complete sentence — and you don’t always need a PowerPoint presentation to back it up.

If you’ve ever said yes and immediately regretted it… this one’s for you.