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Discipline and love are highlighted as non-negotiable values, crucial for success. Discipline is emphasized for its role in consistent follow-through and commitment to tasks, while love is viewed as essential for genuine connections and supportive relationships.
The podcast host expresses a struggle with writing, despite admiring its significance. Writing is seen as a way to translate thoughts into reality and convey ideas effectively. The internal resistance to writing is acknowledged, reflecting a desire to improve in this creative pursuit.
The anticipation of fame is approached with a sense of readiness and acceptance, viewing it as a necessary aspect of sharing ideas globally. A focus on combating negativity with love is emphasized, highlighting a belief in the power of positivity and understanding in response to criticism.
Creating a successful podcast involves subtle shifts and touches akin to Rick Rubin's minimalist approach. Like Rubin, who influences without overpowering, skillful podcasters use gentle nudges to guide conversations effectively. Just as Kanye described Rubin as a 'reducer,' emphasizing the power of simplicity in production, podcasters learn to navigate interviews with finesse, engaging guests deeply.
The host shares a pivotal moment when he realized his passion for podcasting. Initially drawn to phone conversations, he transitioned to recording them, recognizing the depth they offer. This highlights a journey of self-discovery and appreciation for exploring the essence of individuals through podcasting. By delving into personal stories and asking probing questions, podcasting becomes a medium for connection and understanding on a profound level.
David Perell is a writer and the creator of Write of Passage - an online writing school focused on building the next generation of internet citizens. In March 2020, I stumbled across David’s account and was blown away by his tweets. They were thoughtful and insightful. So when he suggested interviewing me at his brand new studio, I was honored.
In this conversation we spoke about some of my podcasting secrets, how I do my research, why I admire people like Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss, Chris Williamson, and Taylor Rooks, the biggest area I believe I need to improve as a podcaster, and what I’m usually doing on Sunday at noon. Some of what we talked about I’ve never shared publicly, and it’s only because of David’s ability as an interviewer to get it out of me.
(0:00) Intro
(2:24) My Research Process
(5:03) Gary Vaynerchuk Calls My Mom
(7:05) Coming Back To Writing
(9:01) Moving To Austin
(11:30) Long Island
(13:03) Ambition
(14:01) What Makes For A Great Podcaster?
(17:30) Who Do I Admire?
(20:02) Aesthetics
(21:22) How Am I Misunderstood?
(22:11) Grandparents
(25:40) How Can I Improve As A Podcaster?
(27:08) Negative Chatter?
(29:02) How Have I Changed?
(31:01) What Inspires Me?
(32:52) What Do You Worship?
(35:21) Discipline & Love
(37:00) The Enemy?
(38:50) Resistance
(40:43) Am I Prepared For Fame?
(42:11) Taylor Rooks
(43:33) Getting Stuff Out Of People
(44:40) Rick Rubin
(48:10) What Do I Disagree With Society On?
(50:30) Painful Setback
(54:09) Different Times
(56:40) How Do I Listen To Podcasts?
(59:19) Podcast Tips
(1:02:21) Writing About Conversation
(1:05:00) Food
(1:06:45) Music
(1:07:55) Manhattan
(1:09:40) Why Do Cities Imprint On Us?
(1:13:40) Bucket List
(1:14:50) What Got Me Into Podcasting?
(1:16:30) My Review of David’s Interviewing
David's Links
Twitter: https://twitter.com/david_perell
Website: https://perell.com
Write of Passage: https://writeofpassage.school
My Links
✉️ Newsletter: https://dannymiranda.substack.com
🎙 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/dannymiranda
🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/dannymiranda
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/heydannymiranda
📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/heydannymiranda
🕺 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@heydannymiranda
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