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Meathead: The Science of Great BBQ & Grilling
Mike O'Connor
Meathead: The Science of Great BBQ & Grilling by Meathead Goldwyn. Learn how to cook like a BBQ grilling legend! Buy it on Amazon! Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling About the author, Meathead Goldwyn Meathead Goldwyn is The founder and editor of the world’s most popular BBQ and grilling website, AmazingRibs.com . It doesn’t take long for
LapGear Home Office Pro Lap Desk – Tabletop
Mike O'Connor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mbl8IVy4NkThe LapGear Home Office Pro Lap Desk is a great gift idea for anyone that works from home or on the go. It is also great if you just need a break from your traditional desk. The Home Office Pro Lap Desk is big enough for your laptop, a mouse, and your phone. It can hold all off these items
Pamapic 7 Pieces Outdoor Sectional
Mike O'Connor
This Pamapic 7 Pieces Outdoor Sectional is on my list of cool stuff to buy now! Some friends have mine have a pretty big patio that they like to enjoy when the weather here in Chicago permits. They wanted to get some durable furniture that would hold up in the weather if they happen to leave out in a storm
I Love My Amazon Fire TV Stick
Craig Wasilchak
I love my Amazon Fire TV Stick , so I know it makes great gift ideas for dads and gifts for older men everywhere. You can take your Amazon Fire Stick anywhere. SPN  is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Amazon Fire TV Stick (newest model) HD, sharp picture quality, fast streaming, free
Cool Camping Gear Accessories
George Vincent Willis
Looking for cool camping gear accessories for a vacation or night out in the yard can fun. It can also be challenging to think about everything you may need while camping. Therefore, I took on myself to gather some of the coolest camping gear online for you to find here. This collection ins’t just for campers and those leading an
Football Tumbler Beer Glass Set
Mike O'Connor
The Libbey Football Tumbler Beer Glass Set comes with 4 x 23-ounce football shaped glasses. They’re also make our list of great gift ideas for beer lovers and football fans! The set comes with 4 glasses that measure 6-5/8″ tall and 3-5/8″ in diameter. These glasses are embossed to look like a football. The football design will also help you
CHONGQING TRAVEL GUIDE: Chongqing Delights: Your Expert Travel Guide
Baily B
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Building Your Network Marketing Business (AudioBook)
Craig Wasilchak
Building Your Network Marketing Business – Audiobook. Check it on Amazon through our affiliate links. Building Your Network Marketing Business Trying to build your network marketing buisness? Check out the Building Your Network Marketing Business audiobook on Amazon! Use our affiliate links to help SPN CHECK IT OUT SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn
GuruNanda Contactless Infrared Forehead Thermometer
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT #SPN is an Amazon affiliate. I’m digging the GuruNanda Thermometer because it makes easier to be safe in the home & office.  The days of sticking mercury have been a long time. Now, you can also take someone’s temp without even touching them. I’m so thankful that I don’t need the old touch, hold, check, and repeat options.
Finger Weights for Musicians, Athletes & Gamers
Mike O'Connor
They say these Finger Weights will help you increase power, speed, control, reaction time, endurance, and finesse in your fingers. They also say they’re great for musicians, athletes, and gamers. CHECK IT OUT I think everyone knows there isn’t going to be any gain without the pain here. My fingers hurt just thinking about using those things. However, I’m sure
Extra Long Reacher Grabber
sherilally
RMS 34 Inch Extra Long Reacher Grabber – Foldable Gripper and Reaching Tool with Rotating Jaw. Get it on Amazon now! Extra Long Reacher Grabber Check out this Extra Long Reacher Grabber because it works great with my SlapTagz invention to help improve safety on the job site! Pick up items from the floor, top shelf, outdoor lawn, trash can,
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Mike O'Connor
Are you a person that likes cool comfy clothes and supporting women in business? I suggest you check out Nour Nazmi’s clothing line, known as DM Tees Designs on Etsy ! He clothing line passes long a lot of positive vibes, and everything is eco-friendly, so it’s a win-win! I originally got connected with Nour on LinkedIn by simply liking
Blink Outdoor HD Security Camera
Dougie Giroux
Check out the Blink Outdoor HD Security Camera  through our affiliate shopping links to help us provide our free services. Join SPN to network and market your products. Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) – wireless, weather-resistant HD security camera, two-year battery life, motion detection, set up in minutes – 3 camera system Blink Outdoor HD Security Camera Do you worry about
The Camping Rocket Stove With Handle
Mike O'Connor
The Camping Rocket Stove with Handle makes cooking and warming up coffee outdoors a lot easier. It’s small and light enough to carry for any camping trip you go on. Setting up only takes a few minutes and it’s also easy to use. CHECK IT OUT Why use a rocket stove? This stove is small and uses wood fuel so
Thanos Face Bikini – Women’s Swimwear
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Thanos Face Bikini is a surefire success when it comes to getting a gift for girlfriends. The Mad Titan’s face on your lady friend’s body is scary and sexy all at the same time! I mean, it does depend on the angle, but that is also true in any swimsuit. Get the Thanos Women’s Sexy Bikini
Solid Office Chair For Heavy People
Mike O'Connor
I bought this solid office chair for heavy people because I broke the plastic one that I bought. This one does’t even make noises when I sit due to the solid metal pieces holding it all together. This product blog may be a little longer than normal just because I really love the HCY Big & Tall Office Chair that
Leakproof Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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Pizza Oven Grill For Weber Grills
Mike O'Connor
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Middle Finger Decanter
Mike O'Connor
Want to tell someone that they’re your #1 drinking companion? The Middle Finger Decanter should do the trick. You will get a chuckle every time you go to fill your glass! Any whiskey, scotch, tequila, vodka, or other spirits held within the 800mL decanter will taste better due to the awesomeness of its container. This decanter set also includes two
Prank Hearing Amplifier Ear Trumpet
paulmcabbott
This Prank Hearing Amplifier Ear Trumpet makes a great gift idea for older men and women with a sense of humor. It’s also a good way to kindly let someone know they want to get their hearing checked. Ear Trumpet – Gag Gift Know someone that is losing their hearing, but doesn’t want to get help? This hearing amplifier ear
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Mike O'Connor
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My Shanghai: Recipes and Stories from a City on the Water
Baily B
My Shanghai: Recipes and Stories from a City on the Water contains many recipes from great Chinese restaurants . It’s a great gift idea for Chinese food fans! Named one of the best cookbooks of 2021 by the New York Times, Epicurious, Business Insider, Bookshop, Timeout, Glamour, and National Post. My Shanghai: Recipes and Stories from a City on the
Bond Touch Bracelets for Long-Distance Lovers
Mike O'Connor
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Lonely Planet India 19 (Travel Guide)
Adam Keys
Lonely Planet India serves as your guidebook to the most pertinent and current recommendations on where to explore and where to bypass, unveiling the hidden treasures awaiting your discovery. Lonely Planet India 19 (Travel Guide) Paperback – Folded Map, May 31, 2022 Lonely Planet India 19 (Travel Guide) Paperback – Folded Map, May 31, 2022 Embark on a journey through
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Krisi Miller
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Mike O'Connor
Check out these book reviews by SPN members Check out these book reviews by SPN members Previous Next Bad parking cards are a great gag gift for anyone that takes parking seriously. A bad parking card can help let people know exactly how you feel too! These bad parking cards also come with a lifetime
Star Wars Adult Onesies
John O'Connor
These Star Wars Adult Onesies are cool clothing and great Star Wars stuff! Embrace the Force as your favorite Star Wars character with cozy onesie pajamas. Make sure to also join our Star Wars Group! Star Wars Adult Onesies Heading to bed will become the highlight of your day as soon as you slip into one of these Star Wars
Come On Over Cookbook
Mike O'Connor
Come On Over: 111 Fantastic Recipes for the Family That Cooks, Eats, and Laughs Together I was watching the Rachael Ray show today and I saw Jeff Mauro on there. It was easy to go over to Amazon to buy a copy of Come On Over: 111 Fantastic Recipes for the Family That Cooks, Eats, and Laughs Together! I’m really
You Are A Badass Book
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT There is a reason why “You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life” is a serious bestseller! Life is too short to be unhappy so grab a copy if you’re looking for a different perspective! Jen Sincero shares some inspiring stories and great advice so you can become the
Hand Shocking Lie Detector Game
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Hand Shocking Lie Detector Game means you don’t have to interrogate your significant other anymore. There is no need to go through their phone or Facebook anymore because you can just strap them to this lie detector! The truth will set you free and a lie will light you up! This game works by strapping the
Godiva Chocolatier Gift Box – Best Chocolate
Candy
Delight someone special with the world-famous Godiva Chocolatier Gift Box because Belgian Chocolate is a always a great idea. Godiva Chocolatier Classic Gold Ballotin Chocolate, Perfect Hostess Gift, Gifts for Her, Mothers Day Gift, Chocolate Lovers, 19 pc. Godiva Chocolatier – Best Box Of Chocolate You can’t go wrong with a box of chocolate from Godiva. Godiva is known as
Retail The Second-Oldest Profession
Joseph Stepke
Check out the paperback, “Retail The Second-Oldest Profession: 7 Timeless Principles to WIN in Retail Today” for some great tips on build a business. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. I’m Joe the Finance Guy, visit my site to learn how I can help you grow your retail business! Retail The Second-Oldest Profession: 7
Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be – Book Review
Mike O'Connor
Oakland McCulloch is an inspiring person in a lot of ways to a lot of people. I didn’t know anything about Oakland when I bought his book, “Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be.” I have learned a lot of things and met a lot of great people by randomly buying books and reading them. I
Lightsaber Chopsticks – Star Wars Gift Ideas
Becky Sharp
These Lightsaber Chopsticks make eating sushi even more fun, because Star Wars stuff makes everything better. It is practially using the force on kids, when you them to try eating some sushi. I had to use Jedi mind tricks to get my kids to try sushi, until I made it fun. These Lightsaber chopsticks make sushi night something the kids
Skinners Minimalist Barefoot Sock Shoes
Mike O'Connor
The Skinners Minimalist Barefoot Sock Shoes are exactly what they sound like. They’re socks and they’re shoes. It took me way too long to get my head around that. These sock shoes are indoors on top and outdoors on the bottom. The sock shoes provide a soft touch to the ground and protection. The combination of the anti-abrasive Swedish polymer
Work From Home Essentials
Mike O'Connor
If you are going to work from home, you need these work from home essentials to keep your productivity high. You will probably also want to keep your sanity. Some will say that working from home is a blessing. Having the ability to work from home is a blessing because you have more freedom. You don’t have to deal with
Ginnie Juicer – Compact Masticating Slow Juicer
Candy
The Ginnie Juicer – Compact Masticating Slow Juicer makes a great addition to any kitchen because it’s easy to set-up, easy to use, and easy to clean. This juicer is also pretty small so it doesn’t take up a ton of counter space. Ventray Essential Ginnie Juicer The “Ginnie Juicer” just sounds easy, right? Ventray and customer reviews show that
Jewelry Everyone Loves – Great Jewelry Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
The SPN project shares jewelry that smart people like to help others because every sale helps charity. It doesn’t cost anything extra to buy jewelry through SPN and you will also do some good too! Please free to contact SPN to let us know about other jewelry gift ideas to include. These jewelry gift ideas can help you get a
The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness (Book Review)
sherilally
The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness is a book that I strongly recommend, because most of us haven’t been taught enough. Financial success isn’t about knowledge, it’s about behavior. And behavior is tough to change, even for smart people. This book provides some food for thought that might lead reads to modify their behavior. SPN
Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod
Candy
The TONEOF 60″ Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod is a great gift idea for social media influencers that want to be able to take better photos and videos . SPN  is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . TONEOF 60″ Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod,Smartphone Tripod Stand All-in-1 with Integrated Wireless Remote,Portable,Lightweight,Extendable Phone Tripod
Mattel Classic Football Handheld
Mike O'Connor
Get the Mattel Classic Football Handheld for the gamers in your life. This Mattel Classic Football Handheld is a perfect gift for gamers that like the classics. The Mattel football was originally produced in 1978, this is the re-make version of the classic game! This gaming classic was around before Madden and it even predates Temco Football too. I would
Condor Tool & Knife Half Spin Thrower Knife Set
Mike O'Connor
This Condor Tool & Knife Half Spin Thrower Knife Set is a great gift idea for men. The knife set is also great gift for teens and people that love the outdoors. Look at how much fun our friend in the video is having with these bad boys. These knives are serious weapons so make sure whoever you get them
Standing in Strength: Inspirational Stories of Inner Power Unleashed – Book Review
Mike O'Connor
I read Standing in Strength: Inspirational Stories of Inner Power Unleashed, and I liked it for many different reasons. Laarni Mulvey and I have known each other for a while, and we have been friends for a while. The book sat on my table in a pile of other books, before I read it. I got the book because she
Rolflex Arm & Leg Massager
Erin Kurasz
Previous Next Purchase Details $79.95-$99.95from Amazon»  The Rolflex Arm & Leg Massager is on my list of favorite recent purchases with the Hip-Fin. They both can bring the pain and the pleasure. You can also use them both anywhere because they’re small and portable. You can use the Rolflex on
Qifutan Car Phone Holder Mount
George Vincent Willis
The Qifutan Car Phone Holder Mount is a best seller on Amazon for a reason. I’ve tried many different phone mounts over the years and I like this one the most. This phone mount has a spot on life of best car accessories every road warrior must have . SPN Â is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a
Exfoliating Soap Saver Pouch
John O'Connor
The Exfoliating Soap Saver Pouch is a great gift for older men that wants to look excellent and get every bit out of every bar of soap. SPN  is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Exfoliating Soap Saver Pouch The Exfoliating Soap Saver Pouch is a great gift for older men that wants
Personalized ManCave Estabishment Signs
paulmcabbott
Personalized ManCave Establishment Signs might seem a bit dorky, but that is what I like about them. A man’s home is his castle, but his mancave is his sanctuary, so a sign letting people know they’re entering that special area might be a great idea. Getting personalized mancace establishment signs will let the special man in your life know how
Samsung Curved 49-Inch Gaming Monitor
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The Samsung CHG90 curved 49-inch gaming monitor is so cool it’s the perfect gift for gamers. It’s also a reason why you may never see them again. People that don’t even like gaming maybe gone for good if they play a few video games on this TV. This ultra-wide QLED monitor
Campbell’s Chunky Ghost Pepper Chicken Noodle Soup
Mike O'Connor
Campbell’s Chunky Ghost Pepper Chicken Noodle Soup not only tantalizes your taste buds but adds a spicy kick to your culinary experience. Packed with mouth-watering flavors and robust ingredients, this bold twist on the classic comfort food is designed to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. Boasting generous portions of chicken, red peppers, carrots, celery, enriched egg noodles, and a zesty
Choker Sequins Necklace with Pendant
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT This Choker Sequins Necklace with Pendant is made a high-quality alloy and has color retention. It’s a simple fashion sequin necklace that also makes a great gift for women. The necklace has a length of 25.4 inches and weighs less than .25 ounces. It’s perfect for casual wearing or any other occasion so it’s a great gift
Nordic Ware Oven Safe Nonstick Baking & Cooling Grid
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next Do you love to eat bacon and good chicken, but also feel the need to cut the grease and hassle? These Nordic Ware baking and cooling grids are great! You’ll most likely love them as much as I do. You simply put the bacon or breaded chicken in the oven let the heat do
PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim)
Alan Larken
PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim) Front * Amazon affiliate link Playstation 5 Slim Console The PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim) is on every gamer’s Christmas Gifts list this year for sure! This is easily the best video game console that I have played on. It’s also completely digital. Therefore, you don’t have to go anywhere to buy games. You can download games
Build Your Own Burp & Fart Machine
Dougie Giroux
The E-Blox Build Your Own Burp & Fart Machine has 10 hilarious sounds including burp and fart sounds that are so real you’ll be holding your nose! These building blocks make great gifts for kids ! E-Blox Building Blocks STEM Circuit Kit, Build Your Own Burp & Fart Machine, Add Funny Sounds to Brick & Structure Science Projects, Birthday &
Gifts For Men: Great Gift Ideas For Men OF All Ages
Mike O'Connor
Finding gifts for men can be hard, so this guide is here to help you get gift ideas for men of all ages. You can submit gift ideas for men too by joining SPN. Find gift ideas for men including athletes, geeks , and man-cave dwellers. We have great gifts for your husband, boyfriend, son, friend, co-workers, and boss here.
Soul’s Journey By Sam Yau
Mike O'Connor
About Sam Yau Sam Yau is a retired business executive, splitting his time between managing his investments and writing poetry. Sam has re-invented his life several times, from a 6-month baby on a refugee boat, to a penniless student from a distant land, to the CEO of a billion-dollar corporation, to the Chairman of a well-known pioneering center for personal
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Rhino BaseMate Patio Umbrella Base Weight Planter
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Rhino BaseMate Patio Umbrella Base Weight Planter is a great gift idea for mother’s day or girlfriends that like to take care of the outdoor areas. This is a really cheap trick on my end because I know women are going to buy this product. I mean, every woman
BREAKTHROUGH: Evolve Your Strategy & Marketing
Mike O'Connor
Mike O’Connor‘s book review on BREAKTHROUGH by Doyle Buehler. Buy The Book: I always take things with a grain of salt. That is especially true when it comes to social media and digital marketing gurus. There are so many fakes out there it can really make anyone a skeptic. I did not have high hopes when I heard about the
Vaporizer Hoodie
Jen S
Check out Vaprwear on Amazon now! Vaporizer Hoodies Achieve a stylish look while indulging in a discreet vaping experience with this innovative vaporizer hoodie. This remarkable garment enables you to enjoy your preferred waxes, oils, and e-juices through a concealed opening in the drawstring, allowing you to partake in your vaping ritual without attracting unwanted attention. CHECK IT OUT SPNÂ is