INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Make sure all of the participants know why the panel has been assembled well in advance, so they have time to prepare. Your panel may be trying to present practical solutions to a problem, host a complex, abstract discussion, or provide information on a topic. Let the panelists know whether the panel is a basic introduction to the topic, or whether they can expect the audience to be fairly well-informed and looking for more advanced advice or nuanced perspectives. For most panels, especially those taking place at a conference or other larger event, 45–60 minutes is the recommended length of time. If the panel is a standalone event, or if it covers a particularly important and popular topic, a 90 minute panel may be appropriate. If possible, ask participants to stick around for some time after the session, so audience members can talk in person. The main focus of the panel should always be a discussion. However, if one of the panel's main goals is providing information, this may be a useful way to precede the discussion.Have each panelist provide an explanation of the topic, or her argument concerning the topic, lasting no more than ten minutes per person. This method may require more preparation time for the panelists as a group, as each panelist should build off the previous argument, rather than cover the same ground. Unless absolutely necessary for the topic, avoid PowerPoint presentations and slides. They tend to slow down the discussion, keep audience involvement low, and often bore the listeners. Use a small number of slides, and only when information or diagrams need to be presented that cannot easily be explained in words alone. If a panelist asks for permission to create a presentation, suggest he bring in "show and tell" items instead to pass around the audience during discussion. Try to come up with several open-ended questions, which the panelists can take in a direction best suited to the course of the discussion and their expertise. A few more specific questions directed at an individual panelist are also acceptable, but try to divide these among the panelists fairly evenly. Anticipate questions audience members might ask, and include these as well. Arrange these in rough order of most to least importance, as you should provide more questions than you expect to get through. Try to keep each question tied into the last however, avoiding a sudden change of topic.  Have the moderator or another person not on the panel look over your questions and suggest edits or additional questions. If you are having trouble coming up with questions, ask each panelist individually what he would like to ask the other panelists. Include the best of these questions in your list. Determine how much time you will set aside for questions; typically, this constitutes half the panel's length or more. Use the last 20–30 minutes for audience questions and discussion, or 15 minutes if time is short or you have a more lecture-focused panel format. Have the panelists meet in person or attend a conference call together, a week or more in advance of the panel. Describe the format of the panel to them, and give them a chance to talk briefly. They may briefly determine who should field questions on which topic, but don't give them the specific questions in advance. The discussion should be original, not rehearsed.

SUMMARY: Figure out the goals of the panel. Decide how long the panel should last. Consider starting with individual lectures (optional). Try to avoid visual presentations. Write questions for the panelists. Plan out the rest of the panel. Introduce the panelists to each other in advance.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A good way to hide condoms is to place them in uninteresting containers. This is a relatively safe way to store condoms as well, as they're less susceptible to damage.  An Altoids tin, toiletries bag, an unused jewelry box, or a coin purse are all good places to hide condoms.  One downside to this method is that if someone wants a mint or some change, they may find the condoms. It might be a good idea to keep the container in a discreet place as well. Condoms can also be hidden in clothing. Hide a condom in a sock, the sleeve or pocket of a coat you do not usually use, or a winter hat. Just make sure the item of clothing is stored in a safe place where it will not get moved around without your knowledge. Make sure clothing is not stored at extremely hot or extremely cold temperatures. You can purchase discreet cases in which to covertly store condoms. These cases are often disguised as mint tins or jewelry cases. They also may look like simple, non decorative containers. You can buy condom cases online or at sex shops. If you have an old book you do not need, consider cutting a square shaped hole in the center of the pages. You can place a condom in here or several condoms. Just be careful where you leave the book. If you leave it out on a coffee table, for example, someone may open it. It's best to choose an uninteresting looking book and tuck it away in the back of the bookshelf.

SUMMARY: Hide condoms in containers. Store condoms in clothes. Consider investing in a condom case. Hollow out a book.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can choose beans that you would use for an espresso, such as an Arabica or Robusta bean. An Arabica bean will be sweeter with hints of berries and a higher acidity. The Robusta has a stronger, nuttier taste and contains more caffeine than the Arabica. Check out local coffee beans for new and different kinds of Arabica or Robusta beans. Purchase a burr grinder that grinds the beans between two abrasive surfaces. This will result in more consistent and fine grounds. If your grounds are not consistent, this may lead to some going through the filter and into your ristretto. Chances are the grinder you already have is one with a blade that’s for brewing a regular cup of coffee, so double check before you throw the beans in there. An espresso machine is necessary to make a ristretto so you’ll need to get one if you don’t already have one. Ask a friend who has an espresso machine if you can come over and make them a new type of coffee if you don’t have one. Most ristrettos are served in espresso cups, so make sure you have one handy! They’re usually about the size of a shot glass and are either glass or ceramic. Some espresso cups have handles and some don’t, so choose whichever kind appeals to you most.

SUMMARY:
Choose your coffee beans. Acquire a high quality grinder with a burr. Locate an espresso machine. Choose an espresso cup.