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Mentioned in 58 episodes

Conspiracy

Book • 2018

In 'Conspiracy', Ryan Holiday chronicles the intricate and ambitious plot by Peter Thiel to take down Gawker Media.

The book is based on interviews with key players and delves into the strategic and philosophical underpinnings of Thiel's actions.

It examines the intersection of power, privacy, and free speech in the digital age, highlighting the ruthless and brilliant tactics employed by Thiel.

The narrative transcends a simple tale of a billionaire vs.

a media empire, offering insights into the broader implications for culture and society.

Mentioned by

Fritz Espenlaub

Mentioned in 58 episodes

Mentioned by

David Senra

in relation to Peter Thiel and the dot-com bubble.

#278 Peter Thiel

Mentioned by

David Senra

, describing Rockefeller's strategic outmaneuvering of his partners.

#368 Rockefeller's Autobiography

Mentioned by

David Senra

, who reads an excerpt that illustrates John D. Rockefeller's business tactics.

#394 An Orphan Who Built An Empire: Leonardo Del Vecchio and The Founding of Luxottica

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as his first attempt at narrative nonfiction.

#128 Ryan Holiday: A Stoic Life

Mentioned by

David Senra

to describe Rockefeller's strategic maneuvering against his business partners.

#248 John D. Rockefeller (Titan)

Mentioned by

Jocko Willink

as a book exploring the story of Peter Thiel's vendetta against Gawker.

394: Lessons from the Stoics. Discipline, Leadership, Life. With Ryan Holiday.

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as one of his story-driven books.

Rick Rubin on The Creative Act Part One

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as his least commercially successful but most personally fulfilling book.

Ryan Holiday: Why You Need to Reparent Your 14-Year-Old Self & How to Overcome the Fear of Not Being Good Enough

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book he wrote a few years ago.

The Daily Stoic Wrapped 2024 | Timeless Wisdom, Lessons, and Reminders

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in the context of a discussion about Robert Greene's interpretation of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations.

100 Life Lessons From Marcus Aurelius

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book he wrote.

Why Everything is F*cked | Mark Manson

Mentioned by

David Senra

as a book providing insight into Peter Thiel's thinking.

#285 Jay Gould (How Jay Gould Built Wall Street's Biggest Fortune)

Mentioned by

David Senra

as a source for examples of using silence to one's advantage.

#148 John D. Rockefeller (Autobiography)

Mentioned by

Sam Parr

as a book he enjoyed.

Ryan Holiday Reveals How Much Best Selling Authors Make, Crazy Peter Thiel Stories & More

Erwähnt von

Fritz Espenlaub

als Quelle für die Darstellung eines Treffens zwischen Peter Thiel und Aaron D'Souza in Berlin.

Die Peter Thiel Story (4/6) - Der Rächer

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as one of his books.

Ep. 31: RYAN HOLIDAY on Ranch Life, Fostering Discipline, and the Loss of Reading Culture

Recommended by

Preston Pysh

as a fascinating book that gets into how

Peter Thiel

thinks and his strategic thinking.

Classic 23: Lessons from Billionaire Peter Thiel

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as one of his story-driven books available on Audible.

Dr. Samantha Boardman on Turning Stress in Strength

Mentioned by

Casey Neistat

as one of

Ryan Holiday

's books he enjoyed.

Casey Neistat On The Purpose That Parenthood Gives You

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as an example of a book that can be found on Audible.

Bro-icism vs Stoicism | Donald Robertson PT 2

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