

Special Episode: "Say More" Feed Drop from The Boston Globe with guest Cal Newport
Jun 14, 2024
Computer scientist and author Cal Newport challenges common beliefs about productivity, advocating for minimizing social media and phone use. He discusses how technology affects burnout in knowledge work and offers tips for managing stress and maximizing productivity. Newport emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and prioritizing meaningful contributions over constant activity. The podcast explores strategies for reducing overstimulation from phone use and shifting public perception on quitting social media. Newport's approach to slow productivity focuses on finding happiness through deep work and digital minimalism.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Addressing Burnout in Knowledge Work
02:29 • 12min
Challenges and Recommendations for Remote Knowledge Workers
14:37 • 5min
Exploring strategies to reduce overstimulation from phone usage
19:22 • 2min
Examining the Shift in Public Perception on Quitting Social Media
21:01 • 2min
Finding Happiness Through Slow Productivity
23:18 • 4min