

Ep. 239: On Time and Stress
349 snips Mar 13, 2023
The podcast dives into our troubled relationship with time, questioning if it’s fundamentally broken due to modern pressures. It discusses the overload many knowledge workers face and the need for systems that lighten our workload. The hosts explore the idea of slow productivity, advocating for a more intentional approach that emphasizes quality over quantity. They also critique AI-driven time management tools, suggesting that manual planning may offer greater clarity. The conversation reflects on the challenges of academia and the balance of work, time, and personal fulfillment.
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Financial Times Profile
- Cal Newport was recently profiled in the Financial Times.
- The article featured his producer, Jesse, marking her international press debut.
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Our Broken Relationship with Time
- Modern knowledge workers struggle to find time for deep work due to constant busyness.
- Jenny Odell suggests grounding our experience of time in real-world experiences, not just abstract tasks.