

#336
Mentioned in 109 episodes
The Da Vinci Code
Book • 2003
In 'The Da Vinci Code', Robert Langdon is called to the Louvre Museum in Paris after the murder of the curator, Jacques Saunière.
Along with French cryptologist Sophie Neveu, Langdon embarks on a perilous journey to decipher cryptic clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci.
The plot revolves around an alternative religious history, suggesting that Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene had a child, and their descendants are protected by the Priory of Sion.
The novel is a blend of relentless adventure, scholarly intrigue, and cutting wit, with numerous twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the astonishing conclusion.
Along with French cryptologist Sophie Neveu, Langdon embarks on a perilous journey to decipher cryptic clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci.
The plot revolves around an alternative religious history, suggesting that Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene had a child, and their descendants are protected by the Priory of Sion.
The novel is a blend of relentless adventure, scholarly intrigue, and cutting wit, with numerous twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the astonishing conclusion.
Mentioned by

















Mentioned in 109 episodes
Mentioned by 

when recalling where he was reading it, which led to a connection to his first book proposal.


Cal Newport

1,065 snips
Ep. 392: Are “Micro-Streamers” the Future of Media? + Why Cal Spent $60 on a Task App
Mentioned by 

as a page turner book.


Mel Robbins

992 snips
Stop Wasting Your Time: The Scientific Way to Stop Procrastination and Get Control of Your Day
Mentioned by 

as a book he finished, praising its short chapters.


Simon Sinek

711 snips
Simon Sinek: The Number One Reason Why You’re Not Succeeding
Mentioned by 

as an exemplar of Dan Brown's bestselling treasure-hunt novels and storytelling style.


Sam Parr

687 snips
3 killer businesses hiding in plain sight
Mentioned by ![undefined]()

when discussing books used in the Wonder school.

Zach Lahn

351 snips
370. Your Children Are Schooled to Be Factory Workers | Zach Lahn
Mentioned by 

when discussing modern mystery-lore surrounding the painting and its symbolic interpretations.


Tom Holland

281 snips
667. The Mystery of the Mona Lisa
Mentioned by 

as the basis for Dan Brown's novel.


Dominic Sandbrook

255 snips
520. Warlords of the West: Barbarian Heirs of Rome (Part 1)
Mentioned by 

as a classic example of a bestseller-turned-adaptation on the list.


Sarah Lyall

230 snips
What Makes a Killer Thriller?
Mentioned by 

as a book that quietly suggested that Jesus might not be literally the son of God.


Dan Brown

187 snips
Dan Brown
Mentioned by 

as the only book he has ever read cover to cover.


Simon Sinek

184 snips
Revisited: Trevor Noah Makes My Brain Hurt



