Exploring whether cavemen used to-do lists offers a humorous take on productivity. The discussion dives into the stark contrasts between ancestral work and today’s tasks, advocating for focused work methods. There's a deep dive into the challenges of balancing work, life, and academic commitments, plus insights into the effects of rapid email responses as talent markers. A case study on freelancing reveals strategies for achieving freedom and satisfaction, while the podcast tackles the impact of smartphone bans on youth mental health.
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DEEP DIVE: Did Caveman Use To-Do Lists? [1:28] Article Link: bit.ly/3NYRbnF
- LIVE CALL: Debating a master’s program [27:59] - How do I practice the “journalistic” mode of scheduling deep work? [37:32] - How do I determine when something I’m working on is good enough? [44:20] - Should I take two months off work to write in a cabin? [49:14] - Is answering email quickly really a good marker of talent? [53:45] - Is there a tutorial for Cal’s planning system? [1:00:04] - When is the new version of the Time Block Planner coming? [1:01:34]
CASE STUDY: A Freelancer Crafts a Deep Life [1:04:18]
CAL REACTS: New Insights on Kids and Phones [1:16:33]