David and Katie are joined by Christal Allen-Harrahill to talk about the benefits of using a virtual assistant. We follow-up on Launchers, note applications and alternatives, we share listener tips and answer questions on a variety of topics.

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Guest Starring:

Christal Allen-Harrahill

Links and Show Notes:

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Drafts | Agile Tortoise

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Magic Keyboard - US English - Apple

Magic Trackpad 2 - Apple

iPad mini 4 - Apple

My $9 iPad mini 4 Case — Katie Floyd

App - Relay FM

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288: Traveling to the Land of Crocodiles and Alligators