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Best of 2024: Cal Newport | Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment without Burnout

The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

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From Texas Roots to Theoretical Perspectives

This chapter explores the speaker's upbringing, highlighting their Texas roots and the influence of their childhood experiences on their current interests. The narrative transitions from early computing and gaming nostalgia to the speaker’s academic journey in computer sciences at Berkeley, emphasizing the shifts from practical programming to theoretical analysis. It culminates in reflections on graduate school that shaped their work and led to the creation of their new book on 'Slow Productivity.'

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