In the latest episode of ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast, titled “Gabby’s Dollhouse of Horrors,” Patrick records solo from his home studio in Bushwick, NYC, utilizing the time freed up by a client cancellation to discuss various personal and professional updates. He shares insights on his renewed commitment to treadmill workouts and candidly addresses struggles with sugar addiction, while also reflecting on recent stand-up performances, including a surprise gig at a fundraiser. Patrick recounts a challenging family outing to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum and contemplates upcoming travel plans, including shows in Wisconsin and a family trip to Colorado. As he looks toward the future, he considers potential shifts in his podcasting career and outlines actionable steps for enhancing his show’s reach, such as booking studio time with guests and improving his website.

Notes

️ Podcast Introduction and Setup (00:00 – 07:56)

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  Episode 173 of ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast
  
  
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  Patrick recording alone in his home studio in Bushwick, NYC
  
  
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  Multitasking due to a client cancellation
  
  
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  Discusses potential studio recordings with guests
  
  

️ Personal Updates and Exercise (07:56 – 17:20)

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  Resumed treadmill workouts with hill incline setting
  
  
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  Discussing sugar addiction and body image concerns
  
  
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  Commiserating with friend Pat V. about sweets addiction
  
  
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  Mentions documentary work with Joe List
  
  

Weekend Comedy Shows (17:21 – 27:50)

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  Performed at Laugh Tour comedy club in Jersey City
  
  
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  Surprise gig at ‘Butt Disco’ fundraiser for Burning Man group
  
  
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  Detailed experience of performing at a karate dojo in Maplewood, NJ
  
  
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  Reflections on audience interactions and performance challenges
  
  

‍‍ Family Activities and Challenges (27:51 – 37:00)

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  Visit to Brooklyn Children’s Museum for Gabby’s Dollhouse event
  
  
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  Crowded and overwhelming experience at the museum
  
  
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  Face painting line and moral dilemma about line-cutting
  
  
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  Concerns about sanitation and crowded spaces
  
  

️ Future Plans and Financial Reflections (37:01 – 46:49)

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  Upcoming shows in Wisconsin and potential Chicago gigs
  
  
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  Family trip to Colorado from March 22nd to 28th
  
  
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  Gratitude for family’s financial support for the trip
  
  
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  Reflections on podcast future and potential career focus shifts
  
  

Action items

Patrick

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  Consider booking studio space for recording podcast episodes with guests (03:01)
  
  
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  Get either COVID or flu vaccine (29:07)
  
  
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  Update website calendar with upcoming shows (46:32)
  
  
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  Sell merchandise at shows (46:42)