Kendall Guillemette
Host and creator of So Many Questions, a podcast of long-form conversations about what people notice and why it matters.
Writing and episodes
How to Set Boundaries at Work: A Practical Guide for Working Parents
Learn how to set boundaries at work as a working parent. Practical strategies for calendar transparency, saying no, and protecting non-negotiable time.
How to Start an Interview Podcast: Complete Guide for 2026
Learn how to launch an interview podcast that creates meaningful conversations. A practical guide to equipment, format, finding guests, and building authentic dialogue.
Semantic HTML: Build Websites That Work Without CSS
Learn why semantic HTML is the foundation of good web design and how writing meaningful markup creates accessible, resilient websites that work for everyone.
Why Do We Blow Out Birthday Candles? The Greek Origin and the Wish
Why do we blow out birthday candles? The tradition traces back to ancient Greece, evolved through 18th-century Germany, and spread worldwide by the 20th century. Here's the full history behind the candles, the wish, and the one-breath rule.
Wedding Traditions Explained: Origins of Rings, Cakes, and the White Dress
Discover the fascinating history behind wedding traditions, from the symbolism of rings and the origin of white wedding dresses to why we eat cake at receptions.
What Does 'Break a Leg' Mean? The Theater Superstition Behind the Phrase
Wishing an actor "good luck" is considered bad luck backstage, so performers say the opposite instead. Here's the reverse-psychology tradition behind "break a leg," and the four rival theories for where the phrase actually started.
Why Do We Shake Hands? The Ancient Weapon-Check That Became a Greeting
Handshakes started as a way to prove your right hand, the weapon hand, was empty. From ancient Greek warrior greetings to Quaker business deals, here's how one gesture became the world's most universal greeting.
Boundaries vs Requests: What's the Critical Difference in Relationships?
A boundary is something you enforce yourself. A request asks someone else to change. Confusing the two is why most boundaries fail.
Work-Life Harmony vs Balance: Why Balance is a Myth (and What to Do Instead)
Stop chasing work-life balance and start building work-life harmony. Learn the glass plates system for managing competing priorities without burning out.
Surrendering Outcomes in Creative Work: The Joy Is in the Making
Focusing on creative process over results isn't passive. It's the practice that keeps you making work for the long haul. Here's how to actually do it.
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