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	Podcast:		The MediaShift Podcast
	Episode:		Mediatwits #139: Finding Work-Life Balance with Technology in the ‘New Slow City’
	Category:		Technology
	Duration:		00:26:08
	Publish Date:		2014-12-04 19:53:13
	Description:		The holidays are upon us and you've probably done your fair share of running around. But can you truly get away from the office? Laptops, tablets and cellphones have made working on-the-go that much easier. Sometimes bringing all of your devices with you can feel like a necessity even after you clock out. According to a Gallup poll, workers who say they check their emails frequently report they spend roughly 10 hours a week working remotely. You're not the only one who's felt like technology has helped work encroach on personal time. The non-profit Reboot Network has been promoting a National Day of Unplugging for five years now. In his latest book, “New Slow City,” William Powers describes what happens when you reject that mindset and decide to live slowly. On this week’s show we’ll be speaking with Powers about his new book; Dawna Ballard, an associate professor at University of Texas at Austin; Geir Berthelsen, founder of The World Institute of Slowness; along with regular guest Andrew Lih from American University. PBS MediaShift’s Mark Glaser will be hosting and Jefferson Yen will be producing.
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