Coffee With Tanya - Vol. 13
Talking about: free online audiobooks, tome.app, ASMR, google's appointments, deep sea
Talking about: free online audiobooks, tome.app, ASMR, google's appointments, deep sea
This is the start of an exciting journey on this new platform! I am thrilled to keep curating and writing about the fascinating things I discover on the web. My content covers a broad spectrum of topics, including business, technology, creativity, art and culture, science, personal development, well-being, great productivity tips and some fun. Come and join me on this journey of exploration and discover new interests and perspectives.
Here’s what is what’s on the menu today:
- Books and Tech - Project Gutenberg offers 5,000 free audiobooks online using synthetic speech, with the creation code documented on GitHub (article).
- AI stuff - Meet tome.app - a new way to express ideas with speed and quality.
- Well-being and health tips - The curious nature of ASMR and a 14-minute video teaching the Alexander Technique + a 5-minute video exercise Japanese people do every single day (here).
- Productivity - Google's bookable appointment solution can be found here and save you a lot of time
- Fun times - check out this interactive web page provides a visual representation of various layers of the ocean and various creatures
Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better. // Maya Angelou
Books and Tech - 5,000 Audiobooks Online
Project Gutenberg has found a cutting-edge solution to the challenge of producing audiobooks for older and obscure titles that are not financially viable through traditional narration. They have transformed thousands of titles into audiobooks using synthetic speech. The AI-generated speech is designed to create a natural-sounding and engaging experience, with dynamically changing voices and tones based on context. The first 5,000 books are available for free on various platforms, and the code used to create them is being documented on GitHub. This innovative approach to audiobooks offers a great opportunity for book lovers to explore a wider range of titles, and I would highly recommend checking it out.
AI Stuff - Tome.app Creativity
Tome.app is an innovative platform that combines speed and quality to help you express your ideas quickly and effectively. Say goodbye to PowerPoint presentations, and other traditional slide decks and web pages. The web-app streamlines creating presentations, whether you're a pro or a beginner. Its user-friendly interface brings your ideas to life with nuance and precision.
Well-being and Health Tips - AMSR and Japanese Exercise
In my previous episode, I discussed ASMR and how it can reduce stress and bring a sense of tranquility. In this article, I found a 14-minute video that became the best unintentional ASMR video on the Alexander Technique, where an instructor teaches a law student how to sit and stand without strain. The instructor, Diana Devitt-Dawson, makes small adjustments while repeating the phrase "Allow the neck to be free".
Japan is home to the world’s longest-living people—here’s the 5-minute exercise they do every single day. I tried this simple routine for 5 months. It's a great way to start your day with some flexibility.
Productivity - Google's Bookable Appointments
If you still haven't discovered this gem, I recommend you to discover the bookable appointment scheduling feature on Google Calendar. It's available for both free and paid accounts and allows for easy creation and sharing of appointment schedules. The article provides detailed instructions on how to use this feature effectively, making it a convenient solution for various booking needs.
Fun times - Deep Sea
This website is an interactive web page that allows you to explore the depths of the ocean 🌊. It provides a visual representation of the various layers of the ocean, from the sunlight zone to the midnight zone and beyond. Check out the detailed illustrations and information about the different creatures and features found at each depth level.
February in History
- February 2nd, 1887 - The first Groundhog Day was held, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
- February 3rd, 1995 - American astronaut Eileen Collins became the first woman to pilot a space shuttle, the Discovery.
- February 4th, 2004 - The Web site Facebook was launched (as TheFacebook.com); later it would become the largest social network in the world.
- Wanna check out how Facebook started? Check out this website: https://web.archive.org
That's all for today, my friends! But don't worry, there's plenty more exciting stuff coming your way in the next chapter. So, stay tuned and keep that smile on your face!