AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
The Oldie Podcast
Tom Hodgkinson on 30 Years of The Idler at The Oldie Literary Lunch 5th March 2024
Mar 6, 2024
Join Tom Hodgkinson for a lively chat about 30 years of 'The Idler' magazine, exploring idleness, work-life balance, and the journey of the publication. Discover the challenges and successes of running a magazine and the rise and fall of The Idola Academy in London.
14:59
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Tom Hodgkinson found inspiration in Dr. Johnson's essays on idleness for creativity.
- The Idler magazine achieved profitability after facing skepticism and experimenting with various publishing arrangements.
Deep dives
Tom Hodgkinson's Journey from The Idler Magazine to Becoming a Bestselling Author
Tom Hodgkinson, known for setting up The Idler magazine and authoring books like 'How to Be Idle', discussed his journey from starting at skateboarding and record shops to becoming a freelance journalist. His inspiration came from Dr. Johnson's essays on idleness, realizing the importance of reflection and creativity. Despite unconventional work habits, like writing right on deadlines, he emphasized the value of idling for creative pursuits.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode