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259: The Meaning of Your Life by Arthur Brooks Oct 9, 2026 5443 Today's author promises to show us how to push back against cultural changes that are rewiring our brains and find the meaning we need to live a happy, fulfilling life. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a pilgrimage to answer the age-old question: "What is the meaning of my life?"Support the ShowThe Meaning of Your Life by Arthur BrooksFrom Strength to Strength by Arthur BrooksThe An

258: You Can Just Do Things by Cate Hall Sep 25, 2026 5596 Today's author promises to help us live with agency and take control of our future. Join Mike & Cory as they consider how to stop waiting and build the life they want.Support the ShowWoody WallsThe Goal by Eli GoldrattYou Can Just Do Things by Cate HallMillion Dollar Weekend by Noah KaganAll The Wrong Moves by Sasha ChapinLiminal Thinking by Dave GrayThe Story of You by Ian Morgan Cro

257: The Goal by Eliyahu Goldratt Sep 11, 2026 5343 Today's author and self-proclaimed "slayer of sacred cows" promises to help us think differently about how business gets done. Join Mike & Cory as they discuss the theory of constraints in one of the most transformational business process books ever written.Support the ShowThe Goal by Eliyahu GoldrattThe Phoenix Project by Gene Kim, Kevin Behr, and George SpaffordToyota Production Sys

256: Uncommon Sense by William Brody Aug 28, 2026 5481 Life, unlike textbooks, has no answer key. Today's author promises to help us think and live beyond the syllabus. Join Mike & Cory as they rethink what it means to be educated.Support the ShowTypefullyMike's Secondary YouTube ChannelUncommon Sense by William BrodySuper Thinking by Gabriel Weinberg & Lauren McCannThe Great Mental Models by Shane ParrishFocused #263: Removing the Ro

255: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Aug 14, 2026 6144 Today's author promises to help us improve our money mindset by sharing several short stories that teach timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness.Support the ShowAmplify CohortThe Psychology of Money by Morgan HouselSame as Ever by Morgan HouselYou Can Just Do Things by Cate Hall30 Lessons for Living by Karl PillemerUncommon Sense by William BrodyThe Goal by Eliyahu GoldrattMike's

254: Inside the Box by David Epstein Jul 31, 2026 5706 Today's author argues that all of us—individuals, businesses, institutions, even societies—can benefit from narrowing our options. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to transform themselves—and the world—by embracing constraints.Support the ShowInside the Box by David EpsteinMike's Amplify CohortThe Growth IntensiveThe Goal by Eli GoldrattApple: The First 50 Years by David PogueCreativi

253: How to Try Again by Steve Kamb Jul 17, 2026 5416 Some people wake up at 4 AM, run fifteen miles barefoot, and then meditate in an ice bath. Today's author promises to help the rest of us transform our lives by giving up more often, failing faster, and mastering the art of starting over.Support the ShowBookworm #252: The Book of ElonHow to Try Again by Steve KambNerd FitnessThe Case for Delusional ConfidenceMuseum of FailureThe Growth In

252: The Book of Elon by Eric Jorgenson Jul 3, 2026 5314 Today's author promises to help us bring purpose and energy to our meaningful work. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to learn from the life of one of the Internet's most enigmatic and colorful characters.Support the ShowUnreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraThe Book of Elon by Eric JorgensonThe Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric JorgensonHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett

251: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara Jun 19, 2026 6125 Today's author and restaurateur shares hospitality lessons learned from turning Eleven Madison Park into the #1 restaurant in the world. Join Mike & Cory as they consider how they, too, can transform ordinary transactions into extraordinary experiences.Support the ShowUnreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraNathan Barry Show with Will Guidara & Brian CanlisThe One Minute Manager b

250: Design Love In by Marcus Buckingham Jun 5, 2026 4953 Today's author promises to help us unleash the most powerful force in business — love. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to design love in as leaders and experience-makers.Support the ShowBookworm #249: What You’re Made For by George RavelingDesign Love In by Marcus BuckinghamLove + Work by Marcus BuckinghamStrengthsFinderStandOutMac Power Users with Marco ArmentOvercast

249: What You're Made For by George Raveling May 22, 2026 4933 This episode is sponsored by:St. Louis Pen Show: Join us June 25-28. Tickets on sale now!Today's author shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his career working with some of the world's best athletes. Join Mike & Cory as they explore purpose, meaning, and wisdom from a legendary coaching trailblazer.Support the ShowNathan Barry episode on Unreasonable HospitalityWhat You’re

248: How to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans May 8, 2026 5883 Today's authors promise to help you build purpose, clarity, and connection without quitting your job, blowing up your life, or starting from scratch. Join Mike & Cory as they consider how to use design thinking to craft lives and careers they love.Support the ShowNathan Barry Show with Bill Burnett & Dave EvansCurrent Reader appThe LibraryHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burn

247: The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg Apr 24, 2026 6009 This episode is sponsored by:St Louis Pen Show: Join us June 25-28. Tickets on sale now!Today's author promises to give us a guide to creating, contributing, and actualizing our potential amid the craziness of modern life. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to rediscover excellence in their own lives.Support the ShowNathan Barry Show episode with Bill Burnett & Dave Evan

246: The 6 Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni Apr 10, 2026 5660 This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Vitally: Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Today's author promises to teach us a framework that will change the way we think about work and teams forever. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to identify the type of work that brings them joy and energy, and avoid work th

245: The Science of Storytelling by Will Storr Mar 27, 2026 5345 This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Vitally: Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Today's author (and acclaimed storytelling teacher) promises to teach us how our brains create worlds by being attuned to moments of unexpected change. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to master the science of st

244: The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier Mar 13, 2026 5188 Today's author promises to transform the way we coach others by offering us seven simple questions. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to level up their own coaching habits.New Media SummitThe LibraryThe Coaching HabitBox of CrayonsMike’s YouTube channelObsidian Starter VaultFree Time by Jenny BlakeJenny’s Free Time ToolkitEssentialism by Greg McKeownPlaying to Win by A. G. Lafley &

243: The End of Burnout by Jonathan Malesic Feb 27, 2026 5730 Have you ever felt "burnt out?" Burnout has become our go-to term for talking about the pressure and dissatisfaction we experience. Today's author shares his own experience and proposes an alternative to our cultural obsession with work. Join Mike & Cory as they explore a new way to think about work, ideals, and dignity.The End of Burnout by Jonathan MalesicBurnout by Christina Maslac

242: The Overthinker's Guide to Making Decisions by Joseph Nguyen Feb 13, 2026 5295 Today's author promises to teach us frameworks and principles to help us stop overthinking when trying to decide. Join Mike and Cory as they attempt to escape the endless "what if" loops in their brains and make better (and more intuitive) decisions.Intentional by Chris BaileyClaude Just Game My Obsidian Journaling Workflow a HUGE UpgradeMike’s PKM QuizMike’s Obsidian Report Card FormThe

241: Intentional by Chris Bailey Jan 30, 2026 4956 Today's author promises to distill a decade of deep research on productivity to deliver a profound, practical, and counterintuitive road map to getting things done. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to live a more intentional life.Support the ShowIntentional by Chris BaileyThe Productivity Project by Chris BaileyThe Library CommunityHyper Focus by Chris BaileyHow to Calm Yo

240: Hacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton & Michaelaaron Flicker Jan 16, 2026 5399 Note: If you're only hearing Mike, delete and redownload the file.Today's authors promise to teach us the behavioral science secrets behind 17 of the world's best brands. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the marketing of the world's biggest brands.Support the ShowNeuYear Focused CalendarCraft + CommerceBandersnatch by Diana Pavloc GlyerHacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton &

239: Proust and The Squid by Maryanne Wolf Jan 2, 2026 6001 Today's author (and neuropsychologist) shows us how and why the human brain has adapted in order to read and write. Join Mike & Cory as they examine the past and consider the future of the reading brain.Support the showNew Bookworm websiteMike’s Live Practical PKM CohortSublimeProust and The Squid by Maryanne WolfReader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf#196: Focus & The Reading Life, wi

238: Sketch Your Mind by Zsolt Viczian Dec 19, 2025 5750 Today's author promises to help us build a visual-first system to capture, connect, and use our ideas like never before. Join Mike & Cory as ponder the creative power of the visual zettelkasten.Support the ShowLazy.soSketch Your Mind by Zsolt ViczianA System for Writing by Bob DotoExcalidrawExcalidraw Obsidian pluginExcalibrain Obsidian pluginGoodNotesMindNodeSublimeThe Sketchnote Wor

237: Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz Dec 5, 2025 6478 For years, we’ve been told the answer to burnout is better balance. Today’s author promises to show us a better way. Join Mike and Cory as they examine an alternative approach to ambition.Support the Show Recommend a Book Craft + Commerce Sponsor Games The Pathless Path Premium Hardcover Edition Otterpine Press Bookworm #208: Good Work Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz Practical PKM Hybrid Cohor

236: Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday Nov 21, 2025 5890 Today’s author promises to teach us how to listen more than we talk, to think with nuance, to ruthlessly question our own beliefs, and to develop a method of self-education. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the virtue on which all other virtues depend.Support the Show Recommend a Book Personal Retreat Planner Bookworm #235: Made to Stick Sponsor Games Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holida

235: Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath Nov 7, 2025 5987 Today’s authors promise to help us transform the way we communicate our ideas. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into what makes an idea sticky. Support the Show Recommend a Book Mike’s Personal Retreat video NaNoWriMo The Library Sponsor Games Bookworm 234: Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath Storyworth by Matthew Dicks Mike’s 20 Obsidian Quality of Life

234: Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Oct 24, 2025 5489 Today’s author promises to give us the tools we need to turn influence into income. Join Mike & Cory as they consider building their own dream brand partnerships. Support the Show Recommend a Book FC26 The Personal Retreat Planner Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Signature Framework Sponsor Games Creator Wizard Building a Second Brain book Building a Second brain course Morgen Mike’s

233: Time Anxiety by Chris Guillebeau Oct 10, 2025 5292 Today’s author promises to give us the antidote to deadline dread, time guilt, and chronic rushing. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to redefine their relationships with the clock. Support the Show Recommend a Book Overcoming Procrastination (Chris Bailey’s course) The Personal Retreat Planner Mike’s Personal Retreat video Time Anxiety by Chris Guillebeau The Technological Society

232: Published by Chandler Bolt Sep 26, 2025 5661 Today’s author promises to give us a map to go from blank page to published author as fast as possible. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it takes to actually write a book. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Personal Retreat Planner Mike’s Book Notes Overcoming Procrastination (Chris Bailey’s course) The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey How to

231: Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy Sep 12, 2025 6179 Today’s author promises to give us tactics we can use to overcome procrastination and take action on what’s really important. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to seize the day with decision, discipline, and determination. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Personal Retreat Planner Zapier Numerics Eat That Frog! Fourth Edition by Brian Tracy Focused podcast Atomic Habits by James

230: The Science of Scaling by Dr. Benjamin Hardy & Blake Erickson Aug 29, 2025 5937 Today’s authors promise to teach us a framework for helping us view business through a whole new lens. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to set impossible goals with impossible timelines. Support the Show Recommend a Book WavePal Extra Focus by Jesse J. Anderson The Science of Scaling by Dr. Benjamin Hardy & Blake Erickson The Gap & The Gain by Dan Sullivan &a

229: From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks Aug 15, 2025 5567 Today’s author promises to help us find success, happiness, and deep purpose in the second half of life. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to navigate some of life’s toughest transitions. Support the Show Recommend a Book Ecamm Live Doc Rock | YouTube Opus Pro No Dumb Questions From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks The Second Mountain by David Brooks Four Thousand Weeks by Oliv

228: AI Snake Oil by Arvid Narayanan & Sayash Kapoor Aug 1, 2025 5777 Today’s authors (and two of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in AI) promise to help us navigate the often misleading claims about the real capabilities of Artificial Intelligence. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what AI can do, what it can’t, and how to tell the difference. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Library Typefully Lean Learning companion course AI Snake Oil by Ar

227: Lean Learning by Pat Flynn Jul 18, 2025 6865 Today’s author promises to help us identify what’s essential for our growth and eliminate all the distractions that tend to bog us down. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to navigate the chaos of information overload. Support the Show Recommend a Book Craft + Commerce CEX Newsletter Marketing Summit The Library Macstock Lean Learning by Pat Flynn Smart Passive Income Deep Pocket Mon

226: The 5 Resets by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar Jul 4, 2025 5346 Today’s author is a Harvard stress expert who promises to help us overcome our stress using five small but mighty mindset shifts. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to rewire their brains and achieve balance in their battle with burnout. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins The 5 Resets by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar Extra Focus by Jesse J. Anderson Don’t Eat t

225: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins Jun 20, 2025 5506 Today’s author promises to teach us how to stop wasting energy on what we can’t control and start focusing on what truly matters. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to discover how much power they truly have. Support the Show Craft + Commerce The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins Mel Robbins Podcast The 5 Resets by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar Lean Lea

224: The Confident Mind by Dr. Nate Zinsser Jun 6, 2025 6090 Today’s author has worked with U.S. Military Academy Cadets, world-class athletes, and many others needing to develop the confidence needed to succeed on the world’s largest stages. Join Cory & Mike as they learn how to build, protect, and rely on the confidence needed to perform well when it matters most. Support the Show Craft + Commerce City of Trees Marathon The Confident Mind

223: When by Daniel Pink May 23, 2025 5018 Today’s author promises to help us understand how considering when can help us live richer, more engaged lives. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to decipher the scientific secrets of perfect timing. Support the Show Mike’s Newsletter poll When by Daniel Pink Dead Wake by Erik Larson Daily Rituals by Mason Currey Fear Setting Poor Charlie’s Almanack Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel

222: Wild Courage by Jenny Wood May 9, 2025 5906 This episode of Bookworm is brought to you by: The Saint Louis Pen Show – Join us June 26-29. Tickets on sale now! Today’s author promises to help us overcome our fear by giving us the courage to go after what we really want. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to embrace the boldest versions of themselves. Support the Show Mike’s 3 Levels of Knowledge post (+ Practical PKM po

221: The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom Apr 25, 2025 5389 Today’s author promises to help us reject the default path, define our priorities, and achieve lasting happiness. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to design their dream lives. Support the ShowThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer I’ve Got Time by Paul Loomans Focused #228: Time Surfing, with Paul Loomans The Library (Mike’s community) Mike’s Plus Minus Next YouTube v

220: Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy Apr 11, 2025 6864 Today’s author promises to help us train our minds for extraordinary performance in every aspect of our lives. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to move beyond the pursuit of happiness and embark on a journey toward a life of purpose and fulfillment. Support the Show The Library (Mike’s community) Bookworm #219: Tiny Experiments Mike’s Plus Minus Next Shortcut (requires Actions for

219: Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff Mar 28, 2025 5597 Today’s author promises to help us live freely in a goal-obsessed world. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to turn challenges into self-discovery and doubt into opportunity. Support the Show Focused #225: Tiny Experiments, with Anne-laure Le Cunff Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff Ness Labs Atomic Habits by James Clear Cortex #162: 2025 Yearly Themes Ship 30 for 30

218: The Catalyst by Jonah Berger Mar 14, 2025 5602 Today’s author promises to help us identify the key barriers to change and show us how to mitigate them. Join Mike & Cory as they explore how to catalyze change. Support the Show Mike’s newsletter from the Newsletter Marketing Summit The Catalyst by Jonah Berger Recommend a Book Liminal Thinking by Dave Gray Good to Great by Jim Collins Simple Marketing for Smart People by Billy Br

217: Make It Stick by Peter Brown, Henry Roediger, and Mark McDaniel Feb 28, 2025 5774 Today’s authors promise to help us sort through what works and what doesn’t when it comes to the science behind successful learning. Join Mike & Cory as they consider their own approaches to lifelong learning and self-improvement. Support the Show Cory’s YouTube channel Recommend a Book Mac Power Users #784: Exploring AI & Productivity, with Michael Hyatt Bookworm #216: The Cou

216: The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga Feb 14, 2025 5272 Today’s authors promise to help us unlock our full potential and free ourselves from the shackles of past traumas and societal expectations to find true personal happiness using principles from Adlerian psychology. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey toward lasting happiness and personal fulfillment. Support the Show The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumit

215: Poor Charlie’s Almanack Jan 31, 2025 6432 Today’s book is a collection of wisdom shared by one of the world’s most brilliant business minds. Join Mike & Cory as they explore Charlie Munger’s encyclopedic knowledge of business, finance, history, philosophy, physics, ethics, and (of course) mental models. Support the Show Poor Charlie’s Almanack Bookworm #214: Simple Marketing for Smart People Mike’s Mind Map Notes for Poor

214: Simple Marketing for Smart People by Billy Broas Jan 17, 2025 6718 This episode of Bookworm is brought to you by: Morgen: Turn your to-dos into daily action plans. Save 10% off any subscription with the code LifeHQ10. Today’s author promises to teach us a new way to craft marketing content that compels customers to act without feeling sleazy. Join Mike & Cory as they try to shun complexity and give belief-building a try. Support the Show M

213: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Jan 3, 2025 6170 Today’s author shares personal wisdom from almost 2000 years ago. Join Mike and Cory as they examine an ancient classic of wisdom literature to see if it stands the test of time. Support the Show Focused #218: Turning Down the Volume, with Stephen Hackett Writebook Bookworm #211: Anti-Time Management Bookworm #210: Free Time Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Bookworm #201: Right Thing, Ri

212: Never Play It Safe by Chase Jarvis Dec 20, 2024 5971 Today’s author promises to equip us with the tools, insights, and inspiration needed to create the life of our dreams. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to live boldly and authentically. Support the Show Mike on Bluesky Cory on Bluesky Vidpros Mike’s YouTube channel Never Play it Safe Mike’s Notes from Never Play It Safe Clay Hebert’s TED talk Clay Hebert on The Natha

211: Anti-Time Management by Richie Norton Dec 6, 2024 6180 Today’s author promises to help us find our motivation, prioritize our ideals, and create a flexible lifestyle — no matter how busy we are. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to flip the traditional approach to productivity on its head. Support the Show Bookworm 210: Free Time Anti-Time Management by Richie Norton Mike’s mind map notes for Anti-Time Management Entrepreneurs on Fire M

210: Free Time by Jenny Blake Nov 22, 2024 5544 Today’s author promises to give us a playbook to free our minds, time, and team for our best work. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it looks like to run a heart-based business. Support the Show Mike’s Black Friday deal details Ugmonk pen Free Time by Jenny Blake Mike’s notes for Free Time Bookworm #207: Storyworthy Pivot by Jenny Blake Cortex podcast The Extended Mind by Anni

209: Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Nov 8, 2024 4919 Today’s author promises to give us a map for a liberating journey toward a more meaningful life. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to embrace their non-negotiable limitations. Support the Show Bookworm #208: Good Work LifeTheme Cohort LifeHQ Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Mike’s Notes from Meditations for Mortals Bookworm #135: Four Thousand Weeks Bookworm #56: Hyper Foc

208: Good Work by Paul Millerd Oct 25, 2024 6008 What if work wasn’t just something you did but was a portal to a life where you felt fully alive? Today’s author challenges us to think differently about our profession. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a mission to find their own “good work.” Support the Show Good Work by Paul Millerd Mike’s mind map notes for Good Work Bookworm #169: The Pathless Path Ali Abdaal’s video on The

207: Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks Oct 11, 2024 4829 Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. Today’s author and storyteller extraordinaire promises to help us tell them better. Support the Show LifeHQ Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks Bookworm #169: The Pathless Path Storyworthy YouTube Channel Aaron Beverley’s speech Bookworm #40: The Artist’s Way Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller Good Work by Paul Millerd Meditatio

206: 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest Sep 27, 2024 5342 Today’s author promises to change the way we think with a collection of essays about why we should pursue purpose over passion, embrace negative thinking, see the wisdom in daily routine, and become aware of the cognitive biases that are creating the way we see our lives. Support the Show LifeHQ Drafts Write of Passage 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest Book

205: A System for Writing by Bob Doto Sep 13, 2024 6805 Today’s author shares an unconventional approach to help writers and aspiring creatives capture their ideas, think wildly, and write constantly. Join Mike & Cory as they enter the labyrinth of the zettelkasten. Support the Show LifeHQ Mike’s Journaling Shortcut video Mike’s Daily Questions video A System for Writing by Bob Doto Mike’s Notes from A System for Writing Bookworm #68:

204: The Ritual Effect by Michael Norton Aug 30, 2024 5718 Today’s author promises to help us create surprising satisfaction and enjoyment from the intention-filled acts that drive human behavior. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to inject meaning and magic into their daily routines. Support the Show LifeHQ Conduit The Ritual Effect by Michael Norton Bookworm #195: Supercommunicators Hario V60 Kalita Wave Chemex Blue Bottle Dripper Phoen

203: Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova Pompliano Aug 16, 2024 6594 Today’s author has studied thousands of the most interesting people in the world and promises to teach us the frameworks they use to be successful. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to upgrade their mental toolbox. Support the Show Mike’s Pro Vault Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova Pompliano Mike’s notes from Hidden Genius Good Work with Polina Marinova Pompliano The Profile Bookwor

202: Uncommon Greatness by Mark Miller Aug 2, 2024 5308 Virtually every problem can be traced back to one root cause: leadership. Today’s author and seasoned business leader promises to help us transform our leadership from ordinary to extraordinary. Join Cory & Mike as they embark on a journey to unlock their full potential. Support the Show Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu Uncommon Greatness by Mark Miller The Secret The Heart of Lead

201: Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday Jul 19, 2024 5695 Today’s author presents the stoic case for living a life of self-discipline. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to do what’s right – even when it isn’t easy. Support the Show Spiral.computer Hypefury Mike’s Starter Vault Mike’s Bible Study video Mike’s newsletter Mike’s notes for Right Thing, Right Now Raycast Mike’s Obsidian Pro Vault Waitlist Right Thing, Right Now

200: Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick Jul 5, 2024 5601 With great power comes great responsibility. Today’s author promises to help us harness the power and promise of the era of AI without losing our identity. Support the Show Arc Browser Macstock Use coupon code MIKESCHMITZ to save $30 Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick Mike’s notes from Co-Intelligence Bookworm #192: The Inevitable The Deep Life #306: Defusing AI Panic Tools and Weapons

199: Radical Candor by Kim Scott Jun 21, 2024 5840 This episode of Bookworm is brought to you by: Aeropress: Make great coffee on the go with the Aeropress Go Plus. Get 20% off with the code bookworm. Today’s author promises to teach us how to improve our leadership ability by caring about others personally and challenging others directly. Join Cory & Mike as they attempt to step up their radical candor. Support the Show M

198: Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter Jun 7, 2024 6564 The world is overloaded with everything we’re built to crave. Today’s author promises to help us overcome the scarcity mindset we inherited from our ancient ancestors to live a more satisfying life. Support the Show Rocket Macstock (use coupon code MIKESCHMITZ to save $30) Groundhog Day Read Between the Lynes Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter Mike’s notes from Scarcity Brain The Comfor

197: Super Thinking by Gabriel Weinberg & Lauren McCann May 24, 2024 5755 This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Aeropress: Ditch the drive-thru and make great coffee at home. Get 20% off with the code bookworm. The world’s best problem-solvers, forecasters, and decision-makers all use mental models that help them cut through complexity and separate good ideas from bad ones. Today’s authors promise to teach us how to use these frameworks and shortcut

196: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker May 10, 2024 5534 Sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity. Today’s author promises us a revolutionary exploration of sleep, examining how it affects every aspect of our physical and mental well-being. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to sleep (and live) better. Support the Show Greater Good in Action Netflix Culture Deck Why We Sleep by M

195: Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg Apr 26, 2024 5721 The right conversation at the right moment can change everything. Today’s author promises to teach us how to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation. Support the Show Mike’s LifeTheme cohort Mike’s Reading Masterclass Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg Bookworm #52: The Power of Habit Bookworm #63: Atomic Habits Bookworm #94: Tiny Habits Bookworm

194: Mastery by Robert Greene Apr 12, 2024 6000 Today’s author believes each one of us has within us the potential to be a Master and promises to teach us how to unlock it. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on the path to greatness. Support the Show Mike’s Reading Masterclass Mike’s Community (The Library) Hello Audio Room.com Mastery by Robert Greene Bookworm 160: 48 Laws of Power Bookworm #193: Slow Productivity Bookworm #132:

193: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Mar 29, 2024 5145 Our current definition of “productivity” is broken. Today’s author promises to give us a roadmap for escaping overload without sacrificing accomplishment. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into Cal Newport’s latest book and attempt to fight back against busyness and overwhelm. Support the Show Mike’s Reading Workshop The Deep Life podcast Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Focused #176:

192: The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly Mar 15, 2024 5894 Today’s author shares twelve technological imperatives that will shape the next thirty years. Join Cory and Mike as they consider the role of AI and other trends and the impact they will have on our lives. Mike’s notes for The Inevitable Lateral Thinking by Edward de Bono Bookworm #191: Six Thinking Hats The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly The Deep Life #289: The Email Catastrophe Bookworm

191: Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono Mar 1, 2024 6002 Today’s author promises to teach us a practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. Join Cory & Mike as they embark on a journey for clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity. Mike’s notes for Six Thinking Hats Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono Mike’s iPhone Home Screen Blank Spaces iOS app Brick The Light Phone Mike

190: Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe Feb 16, 2024 6458 Do you have trouble learning new things? Today’s authors promise to help us improve our ability to learn based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Join Mike & new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to make the best use of their brains. Mike’s Notes from Learn Like a Pro Cory’s Designing Your Academic Life workshop Mike’s Learning Community Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley

189: Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans Feb 2, 2024 6553 Today’s authors (and Stanford Life Design Lab co-founders) promise to help us use design thinking to create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling. Join Mike and new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to build their version of a well-lived, joyful life. Apple Vision Pro Focused 196: Focus & The Reading Life, with Maryanne Wolf Reader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf The Upgradi

188: Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal Jan 19, 2024 6048 This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: HelloFresh: America’s #1 Meal Kit. Get one free breakfast item per box for the length of your subscription with the code bookwormfree. Productivity isn’t just hard work and efficiency. Today’s author promises to teach us an easier and happier path to success. Cory’s Talking to the Internet podcast Mike’s Obsidian University Cohort Book

187: Difficult Conversations by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, & Sheila Heen Jan 5, 2024 6115 As humans, we tend to avoid conversations that can cause us to feel anxious or frustrated. But today’s authors make the case for leaning into these difficult conversations and give us advice for doing so with confidence and skill. Talking to the Internet podcast Bookworm #101: Never Split the Difference Mike’s Obsidian University Cohort Difficult Conversations by Douglas Stone, Bruce

186: Same as Ever by Morgan Housel Dec 22, 2023 4815 We tend to focus on the things that are new and different. But today’s author argues that we should really be looking at the things that stay the same. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to navigate uncertainty by focusing on the things that never, ever change. Cal Newport podcast episode about task management Mike’s Obsidian task management Dashboard Obsidian Tasks Same as Ever by M

185: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy Dec 8, 2023 4914 Today’s author(s) promise to teach us a perspective shift that will help us achieve incredible personal freedom. Join Joe & Mike as they consider who can help them get where they want to go. Adam Grant’s Hidden Potential Quiz Bookworm #184: Hidden Potential Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Bookworm 171: The Gap & The Gain Strategic Coach Bookworm #132: So Goo

184: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant Nov 24, 2023 5639 Today’s author offers us a new framework for raising aspirations and exceeding expectations. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to reach their full potential. Canvas Candy for Obsidian Mike’s YouTube video on Canvas Candy Mike’s Obsidian 101 Black Friday Deal – Save $40 with coupon code GRATITUDE Hidden Potential by Adam Grant Bookworm #117: Think Again Bookworm #38: Mindset The Migh

183: Build by Tony Fadell Nov 10, 2023 5915 Today’s author (and leader of the product teams behind the iPod, iPhone, and Nest thermostat) shares about leadership, design, startups, Apple, Google, decision-making, mentorship, devastating failure, and unbelievable success. Join Joe & Mike as they consider what it means to make things worth making. Mike’s LifeTheme Cohort – use coupon code BOOKWORM for $50 off Bookworm #161: T

182: Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish Oct 27, 2023 4707 Today’s author promises to give us the tools to navigate the critical space between stimulus and response. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to optimize their decision-making and live more intentional lives. Bookworm #181: On Quality Bookworm #89: Zen & The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Mike’s LifeTheme Cohort – use coupon code BOOKWORM for $50 off Clear Thinking by

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