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Mentioned in 5 episodes

Goldeneye

Where Bond Was Born; Ian Fleming's Jamaica

Book • 2015

This book delves into the significant impact Jamaica had on Ian Fleming's life and writing, particularly in the creation of James Bond.

It examines Fleming's friendships and experiences in Jamaica, which served as a retreat and inspiration for his iconic novels.

The book also explores the historical context of Jamaica during the 1950s and its portrayal in the Bond series.

Mentioned by

Brian McCullough

Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

as a book about Ian Fleming's Jamaican home, GoldenEye, where he wrote his James Bond novels.

Ep. 204: Deep Life Principles

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

while discussing his summer reading list and the book GoldenEye.

Ep. 212: The Productivity Dragon Returns

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

while discussing Ian Fleming's writing process and his time at GoldenEye.

Ep 206 – Striving to do less

Mentioned in reference to the altered artwork promoting James Bond titles like it.

Evening Wire: TPUSA’s Halftime Show & Bond’s Weapon Goes Missing | 10.10.25

Mentioned by

Brian McCullough

while discussing the development of GoldenEye 007.

(Bonus) Goldeneye 007 With - John Gruber

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