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The Power Playlist

A-Squared 156 Episodes Oct 16, 2026

A curated journey through the books that shape discipline, influence, psychology, and intentional living. Each episode distills a full book into a clear, actionable deep-dive for listeners who want to grow but struggle to find time to read. Content is produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence.

Episodes

The Little Book of Behavioral Investing (James Montier)
The Little Book of Behavioral Investing (James Montier) Oct 16, 2026 00:57:49 In this deep dive into The Little Book of Behavioral Investing by James Montier, we explore how psychological pitfalls and behavioural biases sabotage financial decisions. Discover how to recognise emotional traps, filter market noise, and adopt a disciplined investment process designed to prepare your portfolio rather than predict uncertain markets.
The Ellipsis Manual (Chase Hughes)
The Ellipsis Manual (Chase Hughes) Oct 15, 2026 00:48:14 In this episode, we dive into The Ellipsis Manual by Chase Hughes, exploring the mechanics of human behaviour and psychological influence. Discover how to analyse subtle nonverbal cues, decode deception indicators, and master covert persuasion techniques. Unpack strategic frameworks designed to enhance personal authority, social profiling, and critical decision making.
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team (Patrick Lencioni)
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team (Patrick Lencioni) Oct 14, 2026 00:30:42 In this episode, we unpack Patrick Lencioni’s seminal model from The Five Dysfunctions of a Team. Discover how resolving absence of trust, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability, and inattention to results transforms team performance. Join us to analyse key organisational behaviours and foster genuine workplace synergy.
The Code of the Extraordinary Mind (Vishen Lakhiani)
The Code of the Extraordinary Mind (Vishen Lakhiani) Oct 13, 2026 00:37:54 In this episode, we explore The Code of the Extraordinary Mind by Vishen Lakhiani. Discover how to challenge outdated societal rules, dismantle limiting Brules, and analyse your personal models of reality. Learn to optimise daily systems for living, master consciousness engineering, and cultivate an extraordinary life on your own terms.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind (Yuval Noah Harari)
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind (Yuval Noah Harari) Oct 12, 2026 00:49:00 Join us for a deep dive into Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari. We examine how imagined realities and cognitive revolutions catalysed our species' remarkable rise from humble foragers to global rulers. Discover how money, empires, and religion shaped modern human civilisation throughout our collective history.
Superhuman by Habit (Tynan)
Superhuman by Habit (Tynan) Oct 11, 2026 00:36:08 In this episode, we analyse the transformative strategies from Superhuman by Habit by Tynan. Discover how to invest limited willpower into building daily routines, master unwavering consistency, and focus on process rather than immediate outcomes. Join us as we explore actionable techniques to automate positive behaviours and elevate your productivity.
The Index Card (Helaine Olen & Harold Pollack)
The Index Card (Helaine Olen & Harold Pollack) Oct 10, 2026 00:47:40 In this episode, we explore The Index Card by Helaine Olen and Harold Pollack. Discover how personal finance can be simplified into ten essential rules. We analyse practical strategies to eliminate debt, prioritise savings, avoid high fees, and invest in index funds, empowering you to master your money with confidence.
The Art of Woo (G. Richard Shell and Mario Moussa)
The Art of Woo (G. Richard Shell and Mario Moussa) Oct 9, 2026 00:48:08 In this episode, we unpack The Art of Woo by G. Richard Shell and Mario Moussa. Discover how strategic persuasion and authentic relationships allow you to skilfully sell ideas without coercion. We analyse the four key steps, six influence channels, and personal communication styles to master organisational influence with integrity.
The Effective Manager (Mark Horstman)
The Effective Manager (Mark Horstman) Oct 8, 2026 00:44:55 In this episode, we explore The Effective Manager by Mark Horstman, uncovering practical strategies to achieve results and retain staff. Learn how implementing core behaviours, such as weekly One-On-Ones, performance feedback, coaching, and delegation, can transform management into a structured, sustainable system designed to optimise performance across your entire organisation.
The Charge (Brendon Burchard)
The Charge (Brendon Burchard) Oct 7, 2026 00:33:51 In this deep dive episode, we unpack The Charge by Brendon Burchard, exploring how to reignite your life. Discover how mastering ten essential human drives can help you overcome emotional stagnation, prioritise personal growth, and consciously design a vibrant, fully energised existence filled with meaningful direction and genuine daily fulfilment.
Pre-Suasion (Robert Cialdini)
Pre-Suasion (Robert Cialdini) Oct 6, 2026 00:42:00 In this episode we explore Pre-Suasion by Robert Cialdini, revealing how top communicators prime an audience before delivering key messages. Discover how directing initial attention, leveraging psychological associations, and fostering shared unity can subtly shape human behaviour, transform negotiation outcomes, and systematically optimise your strategic influence before persuasion ever begins.
Stolen Focus (Johann Hari)
Stolen Focus (Johann Hari) Oct 5, 2026 00:36:41 In this deep dive, we explore Stolen Focus by Johann Hari, dissecting why our attention spans are rapidly fracturing. Discover how tech platforms manipulate human behaviour and why poor concentration is a systemic crisis rather than an individual failure. Join us as we uncover practical strategies for reclaiming your focus.

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