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Mentioned in 26 episodes
Shop class as soulcraft
an inquiry into the value of work
Book • 2009
In 'Shop Class as Soulcraft,' Matthew B. Crawford argues that the manual trades offer a unique form of intellectual and personal satisfaction.
He critiques modern society's emphasis on 'knowledge work' and the devaluation of manual labor, highlighting the cognitive demands and personal fulfillment that come from working with one's hands.
Crawford draws on his own experiences as a motorcycle mechanic and philosopher to illustrate the importance of craftsmanship, self-reliance, and the integration of thinking and doing in meaningful work.
The book challenges consumerist culture and advocates for a more humane economy that values and rewards meaningful labor.
He critiques modern society's emphasis on 'knowledge work' and the devaluation of manual labor, highlighting the cognitive demands and personal fulfillment that come from working with one's hands.
Crawford draws on his own experiences as a motorcycle mechanic and philosopher to illustrate the importance of craftsmanship, self-reliance, and the integration of thinking and doing in meaningful work.
The book challenges consumerist culture and advocates for a more humane economy that values and rewards meaningful labor.
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Mentioned in 26 episodes
Mentioned by 
Cal Newport as an influential book exploring the value of craftsmanship and manual labor.
Cal Newport as an influential book exploring the value of craftsmanship and manual labor.
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Ep. 325: Simple Focus Protocols
Mentioned by 
Brett McKay and Stephen Knepper in the context of similar critiques of modern life and the commodification of attention.
Brett McKay and Stephen Knepper in the context of similar critiques of modern life and the commodification of attention.
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Auto-Exploitation, Positive Violence, and the Palliative Society: A Modern Philosopher’s Ideas for Making Sense of the Present Age
Recommended by a guest as thought-provoking reading for self-reflection.
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Guilt, imposter syndrome & doing good: 16 past guests share their mental health journeys
Mentioned by Brett McKay in relation to similar themes explored in "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance."
Brett McKay in relation to similar themes explored in "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance."89 snips
A Guide to Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Mentioned by 
David Sparks as a book detailing his journey from physics and philosophy to owning a motorcycle shop.
David Sparks as a book detailing his journey from physics and philosophy to owning a motorcycle shop.
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208: Moving the Needle Revisited
Mentioned by Cal Newport in the context of a previous podcast episode with Steve Magness and Brad Stolberg.
Cal Newport in the context of a previous podcast episode with Steve Magness and Brad Stolberg.40 snips
Ep. 202: TikTok Dismisses Facebook
Mentioned by 
Van Neistat as the inspiration for "The Spirited Man", highlighting Crawford's views on the value of working with one's hands.
Van Neistat as the inspiration for "The Spirited Man", highlighting Crawford's views on the value of working with one's hands.
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Van Neistat Is The Spirited Man
Recommended by Cal Newport as a thought-provoking book for self-reflection and understanding oneself better.
Cal Newport as a thought-provoking book for self-reflection and understanding oneself better.
27 snips
#106 – Cal Newport on an industrial revolution for office work
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Christine Rosen in the context of the decline of craft and the difficulty of repairing things oneself in the modern era.
Christine Rosen in the context of the decline of craft and the difficulty of repairing things oneself in the modern era.
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The Extinction of Experience w/ Christine Rosen
Mentioned by Van Neistat as a book that resonated with his artistic philosophy and approach to life.
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Inside the mind of Artist Van Neistat
