

CNLP 590 | Kevin Kelly (The Most Interesting Man in the World) On the Usefulness of Increasing Your Optimism, What He Learned From Time Travel, Why the Myth of Progress Isn't a Myth, 1000 True Fans (Updated), And the Power of Remaining Astonished
4 snips Aug 15, 2023
Kevin Kelly, Senior Maverick at Wired Magazine and New York Times bestselling author, talks about increasing optimism, lessons from time travel, debunking the myth of progress, and the power of remaining astonished. He shares an updated version of his concept '1,000 True Fans' and emphasizes the importance of curiosity and freedom in pursuing passions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Kevin Kelly: Pursuing Passion and Control
05:17 • 6min
Growing Optimism
11:24 • 11min
Shifting Attitudes Towards Technology
22:30 • 27min
The Importance of a Six-Foot Deep Balcony and Design Patterns in Architecture
49:44 • 2min
The Enjoyment of Travel and the Liberation of Minimal Luggage
51:55 • 2min
Remaining Astonished: Staying Curious and Interested
53:41 • 6min
Embracing Disruption, Partner Shoutouts, and Previewing Future Guests
59:17 • 2min