Episode 293: Master Clinician Part 2: Keith Baker

This handbook, edited by K. Anders Ericsson, Neil Charness, Paul J. Feltovich, and Robert R. Hoffman, brings together leading researchers to summarize their knowledge on the structure and acquisition of expert skills and knowledge. It covers sixteen major domains of expertise and discusses general issues such as deliberate practice, self-regulated learning, aging, knowledge management, and creativity. The book is based on rigorous research and provides a holistic understanding of what it takes to achieve mastery, making it an indispensable guide for academics, professionals, and anyone interested in the science of expertise.

The Cradle series by Will Wight is an epic fantasy that follows Lindon, a 15-year-old boy from the Sacred Valley clan who is classified as Unsouled, the worst possible outcome. Despite this, Lindon is determined to learn the sacred arts of magic and rise through the ranks through hard work and determination. The series features a complex and well-thought-out magic system, fantastic action, and a diverse cast of characters. It also incorporates sharp humor and keeps the story fresh with constant movement, new challenges, and character development. The series includes 12 main books: Unsouled, Soulsmith, Blackflame, Skysworn, Ghostwater, Underlord, Uncrowned, Wintersteel, Bloodline, Reaper, Dreadgod, and Waybound.

Anders Ericsson's "The Road to Excellence" delves into the science of expert performance, challenging conventional notions of talent. Ericsson's research emphasizes the role of deliberate practice—focused, effortful, and goal-directed training—in achieving mastery. The book explores various domains, from music and chess to sports and medicine, highlighting the common principles underlying exceptional skill development. It argues that expertise is not solely innate but largely the product of sustained, structured practice. The book provides a framework for understanding and replicating the processes that lead to exceptional achievement.