

#1 Michael Mauboussin: When To Trust Your Gut
Michael Mauboussin, a best-selling author and financial strategist at Credit Suisse, shares his insights on decision-making and strategy. He discusses the importance of daily routines and how technology impacts our choices. Mauboussin introduces the Colonel Blotto game as a fun way to teach strategic thinking to children. He also emphasizes fostering critical and independent thinking among youth and suggests influential books that shape decision-making processes. With a blend of practical advice and engaging stories, this conversation is both enlightening and entertaining.
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Daily Routine for Productivity
- Prioritize sleep, aiming for at least eight hours nightly for optimal cognitive function.
- Incorporate regular physical activity, like playing hockey, into your routine.
Chunking Time for Reading
- Chunk your time for reading, especially for sustained effort and attention.
- This method helps avoid distractions and promotes deeper engagement with the material.
Physical Books vs. Kindles
- Michael Mauboussin prefers physical books over Kindles for better recall.
- He remembers the physical location of information in books, aiding his memory.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Balancing Routines and Decision-Making
01:44 • 19min
The Intersection of Technology and Decision-Making
20:54 • 2min
Teaching Strategy Through the Colonel Blotto Game
23:18 • 4min
Fostering Critical Thinking in Children
26:54 • 7min
Books That Shape Thinking
33:31 • 5min

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Tales from Both Sides of the Brain
A Life in Neuroscience


Michael S. Gazzaniga
In *Tales from Both Sides of the Brain*, Michael Gazzaniga shares his journey as a neuroscientist, focusing on his groundbreaking research on split-brain patients.
The book explores how the right and left hemispheres of the brain can act independently and have different strengths, offering insights into the complexities of brain function and communication.
Gazzaniga's narrative is both humorous and moving, reflecting on his scientific achievements and personal experiences.

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Complexity
The Emerging Science at the Edge of Order and Chaos

M. Mitchell Waldrop
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Mitchell Waldrop's book delves into the world of complexity science, exploring how individual elements spontaneously form intricate systems like ecosystems and economies.
It highlights the work of luminaries at the Santa Fe Institute, including Nobel laureates Murray Gell-Mann and Kenneth Arrow, and their revolutionary discoveries that could transform multiple scientific disciplines.
The book offers a compelling narrative about the scientists behind this emerging field and their quest to understand complex systems.

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• Mentioned in 9 episodes
Darwin's Dangerous Idea
Evolution and the Meanings of Life


Daniel C. Dennett
In 'Darwin's Dangerous Idea', Daniel C. Dennett defends and expands upon Darwin's theory of evolution, describing natural selection as a mindless, mechanical, and algorithmic process.
Dennett argues that this 'dangerous idea' challenges traditional views of design and purpose, suggesting that complex life forms can arise without the need for a designer.
He critiques various philosophical and scientific theories, including those of Noam Chomsky, Stephen Jay Gould, and Roger Penrose, and discusses the implications of evolutionary thinking on ethics, morality, and human culture.
The book also introduces concepts such as 'skyhooks' and 'cranes' to explain resistance to Darwinism and the role of memes in cultural evolution.

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• Mentioned in 4 episodes
Creating shareholder value
A Guide for Managers and Investors

Alfred Rappaport
This book, written by Alfred Rappaport, provides practical tools and tests for corporate strategies that create shareholder value.
It covers applications in business planning, performance evaluation, executive compensation, mergers and acquisitions, interpreting stock market signals, and organizational implementation.
Rappaport emphasizes the importance of focusing on long-term strategies rather than short-term gains and explains key concepts such as corporate value, shareholder value added (SVA), and the role of shareholder value in decision-making.
The book includes case studies, such as the acquisition of Duracell International by Gillette, to illustrate the intricate decisions and risks involved in mergers and acquisitions.

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• Mentioned in 12 episodes
Work Rules!

Laszlo Bock
In 'Work Rules!
', Laszlo Bock shares insights from his time as the head of People Operations at Google, revealing why Google is consistently rated one of the best places to work.
The book distills 15 years of intensive worker R&D into counterintuitive principles that are easy to implement.
It covers topics such as company culture, hiring practices, and management strategies, providing practical advice on how to create a high-performing and creative workplace.
Bock also includes examples from various industries and challenges conventional wisdom on hiring, training, and compensating employees.

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• Mentioned in 22 episodes
Consilience
The Unity of Knowledge

Edward O. Wilson
In 'Consilience: The Unity of Knowledge', E.O.
Wilson advocates for the integration of knowledge from different fields to create a unified theory of understanding.
He draws on the concept of consilience, introduced by William Whewell, which means the 'jumping together' of knowledge by linking facts and theories across disciplines.
Wilson explores the chemistry of the mind, the genetic bases of culture, and the biological principles underlying works of art.
He argues that a unified approach can lead to a deeper understanding of the human condition and the natural world, and he critiques the fragmentation of knowledge into separate disciplines.
The book is a call for a new Enlightenment, emphasizing the importance of science and reason in understanding all aspects of human existence.

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• Mentioned in 53 episodes
How to Read a Book
The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading


Edward Holland

Mortimer J. Adler


Charles Lincoln Van Doren
Originally published in 1940 and revised in 1972, this book is a classic guide to intelligent reading.
It describes the art of reading as the process by which a mind elevates itself through its own operations on the symbols of readable matter.
The authors emphasize active reading, highlighting the importance of keen observation, available memory, range of imagination, and an intellect trained in analysis and reflection.
The book provides practical lessons on how to read books effectively, including inspectional reading, analytical reading, and syntopical reading, to achieve a deeper understanding of the material.

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Intuition

Judee Gee

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• Mentioned in 88 episodes
Creativity, Inc.
Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration

Amy Wallace


Ed Catmull


Ed Catmull and Edwin E. Catmull and Amy Wallace
In this book, Ed Catmull shares insights on how to build and maintain a creative culture within an organization.
Drawing from his experiences at Pixar, Catmull discusses the importance of open communication, risk-taking, and protecting the creative process.
The book includes candid discussions, anecdotes about Pixar's film development, and lessons on managing innovation and creativity.
It emphasizes the need for a nurturing work environment and the importance of storytelling in business.

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• Mentioned in 17 episodes
The success equation
Untangling Skill and Luck in Business, Sports, and Investing


Michael Mauboussin
In this book, Michael Mauboussin helps readers understand the interplay between skill and luck in achieving successes and failures.
He provides a framework to analyze the relative importance of skill and luck, offering concrete suggestions for applying these insights to improve decision-making.
The book covers various concepts such as the continuum of activities from pure luck to pure skill, the importance of sample size, and the use of tools like checklists to enhance performance.
Mauboussin draws on examples from sports, business, and investing to illustrate his points, making the book a valuable resource for anyone seeking to make better decisions in both professional and personal life.

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• Mentioned in 11 episodes
Think twice
harnessing the power of counterintuition


Michael J. Mauboussin
Multiple best selling author and financial strategist Michael Mauboussin shares his wisdom on parenting, daily routines, reading, and how to make better decisions.
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