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Mentioned in 20 episodes
The Blind Side
Evolution of a Game
Book • 2006
The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game is a dual narrative that examines the evolution of offensive football strategy, particularly the rise of the left tackle position, and the personal story of Michael Oher.
The book delves into how the introduction of players like Lawrence Taylor changed the game, emphasizing the importance of the left tackle in protecting the quarterback's 'blind side.
' It also follows Michael Oher's journey from his impoverished upbringing to his adoption by the Tuohy family and his eventual success as a college and professional football player.
The book touches on themes of sport, culture, family, and the complexities of racial and socioeconomic dynamics in American football.
The book delves into how the introduction of players like Lawrence Taylor changed the game, emphasizing the importance of the left tackle in protecting the quarterback's 'blind side.
' It also follows Michael Oher's journey from his impoverished upbringing to his adoption by the Tuohy family and his eventual success as a college and professional football player.
The book touches on themes of sport, culture, family, and the complexities of racial and socioeconomic dynamics in American football.
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Mentioned in 20 episodes
Mentioned by 
Ryan Holiday as an example of an author whose career trajectory demonstrates the potential for step-function growth.
Ryan Holiday as an example of an author whose career trajectory demonstrates the potential for step-function growth.
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Ryan Holiday Reveals How Much Best Selling Authors Make, Crazy Peter Thiel Stories & More
Mentioned by Michael Lewis as the author of several books including "Going Infinite", "Moneyball", "The Blind Side", and "Liar's Poker"
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Peter Thiel: Paypal mafioso
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Tim Ferriss as the best-selling author of many books, including Liar's Poker, Moneyball, The Blind Side, The Big Short, The Undoing Project, and The Fifth Risk.
Tim Ferriss as the best-selling author of many books, including Liar's Poker, Moneyball, The Blind Side, The Big Short, The Undoing Project, and The Fifth Risk.
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#427: Michael Lewis — Inside the Mind of the Iconic Writer
Mentioned by 
Brett McKay as the author of Moneyball, The Big Short, and The Blind Side, and host of the podcast Against the Rules.
Brett McKay as the author of Moneyball, The Big Short, and The Blind Side, and host of the podcast Against the Rules.
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What Sports Betting Is Really Doing to Players, Games, and Fans
Mentioned by Sean Illing in the introduction, highlighting 
Michael Lewis 's work in business and finance.
Michael Lewis 's work in business and finance.
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Michael Lewis reads my mind
Mentioned by Michael Sokolove as the author of the book on which the movie "The Blind Side" is based.
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The Sunday Read: ‘The Blind Side’ Made Him Famous. But He Has a Different Story to Tell.
Mentioned by Michael Lewis in the podcast outro as one of his books.
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Musk Takes Washington
Mentioned by Michael Lewis himself during the podcast.
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How to Think Like a Great Negotiator
Mentioned as a book by 
Michael Lewis , about a boy whose valuation changes by moving him from one context to another.
Michael Lewis , about a boy whose valuation changes by moving him from one context to another.
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Michael Lewis: America Is Run by Bullies
Mentioned by Michael Lewis as one of his published books.
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Doris Fisher: Don’t mind The Gap
Mentioned by Rachel Lloyd and Simon Akam as one of Michael Lewis 's books, focusing on a black teenager's journey.
Michael Lewis 's books, focusing on a black teenager's journey.
#204: Michael Lewis, journalist and author
Mentioned by Sean Hayes as a book that explores the importance of the left tackle in American football.
"Michael Lewis"
Mentioned by 
Toby Howell in relation to the movie 'The Blind Side' and its portrayal of Michael Oher's story.
Toby Howell in relation to the movie 'The Blind Side' and its portrayal of Michael Oher's story.
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