
Book Insights Podcast
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Each week we do a deep dive into a nonfiction bestseller. Self-Help. Psychology. Business. Philosophy. In around 30 minutes we cover the major themes and ideas of a recent hit, an important work, or an ancient classic.
The result: concentrated wisdom that goes beyond the headlines, makes you think and helps you succeed in relationships, career, or business.
The podcast builds on the work of Tom Butler-Bowdon, author of the “50 Classics series”.
Latest episodes

Oct 28, 2020 • 22min
Book Lounge: Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki
Today in the Book Lounge, Tom & Karin discuss the book Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki.
Each week Book Insights creator and author of The 50 Classics Series Tom Butler-Bowdon and Memo’d Program Manager Karin Richey invite you to join their fun and casual conversation about the book of the week. Hear what they love it about, what they don’t, how they rate it, and how it can advance your work and life. You’ll learn why it was selected to be part of the curated list of Book Insights, and what’s new with the book or the author currently.
This week, Tom and Karin offer you insight on:
*What the 4 cashflow quadrants are and how cash flows between them
*The surprising things that keep people from attaining wealth
*The controversy surrounding Robert Kiyosaki and his DIY wealth empire
What is the difference between Book Insights episodes and Book Lounge episodes?
Book Insights are formal, structured summary, analysis and exploration of a bestselling nonfiction book. Each episode is read by a professional voice actor and will introduce a new title selected specifically for its value to your work and life.
Book Lounge episodes are casual discussions about the book, the author, and anything else that comes along through the course of conversation. It’s more of a broad chat about how the book relates to current, everyday life.
Should I listen to both the Book Insight and the Book Lounge episode on the same book?
Sure! Each episode works fine as a standalone piece, so no requirement to listen to both or to listen in any particular order, but we definitely recommend (and think you’ll enjoy!) both. Think of it like reading a book and liking it so much you want to chat about it on the porch with a friend. That is the vibe at the Book Lounge.
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
Audio Producer: Gabe Mara
Hosts: Tom Butler-Bowdon & Karin Richey
Sponsorships: off for this episode

Oct 28, 2020 • 21min
Is Fear Keeping You From Getting Rich? Book Insight on Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki
* Money may make the world go round, but most of us were never taught exactly how – financial management is sadly lacking from school curriculums, despite it being a crucial skill in modern society, alongside reading, writing and arithmetic.
* Without any training in cashflow management, many people flounder when it comes to money matters and simply knuckle down, in the belief that hard work will earn them more cash and solve their problems.
* Robert Kiyosaki explains the flaws in that way of thinking, identifying the four financial ‘quadrants’ that everyone follows.
* These represent both a mindset and a way of making money – if we can learn to adopt the characteristics of the rich quadrant, a whole new approach to wealth generation and financial security opens up.
Theme 1: Your Cashflow Pattern - 0:27
Theme 2: Financial Literacy - 8:17
Theme 3: Psychology of Wealth - 13:43
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO BOOK INSIGHTS. READY FOR MORE LEARNING?
Get unlimited access to our entire collection of Book Insights on over 100 nonfiction bestsellers with a subscription at http://memod.com/insights
HEAR THE FULL INTERVIEWS MENTIONED IN TODAYS' EPISODE HERE:
Resources, Success. “Financial Literacy 101: in under 4 Minutes - Robert Kiyosaki.” YouTube, YouTube, 23 Sept. 2016, www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVfaxLDyrTc.
Reyes, Edwin Acu. “Robert Kiyosaki - Cashflow Quadrant (Mind Opener).” YouTube, YouTube, 2 June 2013, www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQWwDwi4eC0.
Please keep in mind that the information provided in or through our Book Insights episodes is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for advice given by qualified professionals, and should not be relied upon to disregard or delay seeking professional advice.
Full Title: Rich Dad's Cashflow Quadrant: Rich Dad's Guide to Financial Freedom
Year of Publication: 2015
Book Author: Robert Kiyosaki
To purchase the complete edition of this book click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0175P5MZU/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
Book Insight Writer: Tom Butler-Bowdon
Editor: Tom Butler-Bowdon
Producer: Gabriel Mara
Production Manager: Karin Richey
Curator: Tom Butler-Bowdon
Narrator: Jim Hudson

Oct 21, 2020 • 25min
To Get Results, Expect Them: Book Insight on The Magic of Believing by Claude M. Bristol
* Claude Bristol was a hard-headed journalist, covering the religion beat for a large city newspaper.
* He met people from every denomination and sect, and later read hundreds of books on psychology, religion, science, metaphysics and ancient magic.
* Gradually, Bristol began to see the ‘golden thread’ which runs through all religions and esoteric teachings: that belief itself has amazing powers.
* Most people go through life without realizing the effect that strong belief can have on reaching their goals.
* Bristol’s powerful book shows us how and why believing is a kind of magic. Understand it, and success becomes more certain.
Theme 1: The Magic of Believing - 0:30
Theme 2: Applying the Power of Belief - 7:52
Theme 3: A Sense of Destiny - 16:31
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO BOOK INSIGHTS. READY FOR MORE LEARNING?
Get unlimited access to our entire collection of Book Insights on over 100 nonfiction bestsellers with a subscription at http://memod.com/insights
HEAR THE FULL INTERVIEWS MENTIONED IN TODAYS' EPISODE HERE:
2020, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma0FbWLSOcU. Accessed 16 Apr 2020.
Carrey, Jim. 2020, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CbAcNDuEyA. Accessed 16 Apr 2020.
2020, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3XotzylevU. Accessed 16 Apr 2020.
Please keep in mind that the information provided in or through our Book Insights episodes is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for advice given by qualified professionals, and should not be relied upon to disregard or delay seeking professional advice.
Full Title: The Magic of Believing
Year of Publication: 1948
Book Author: Claude M. Bristol
To purchase the complete edition of this book click here: https://www.amazon.com/The-Magic-of-Believing-audiobook/dp/B07D828RKM/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+magic+of+believing&qid=1603221587&sr=8-1
Book Insight Writer: Joe Barnes
Producer: Daniel Gonzalez
Production Manager: Karin Richey
Curator: Tom Butler-Bowdon
Narrator: Dan Wicksman

Oct 21, 2020 • 22min
Book Lounge: The Magic of Believing by Claude M. Bristol
Today in the Book Lounge, Tom & Karin discuss the book The Magic of Believing by Claude M. Bristol.
Each week Book Insights creator and author of The 50 Classics Series Tom Butler-Bowdon and Memo’d Program Manager Karin Richey invite you to join their fun and casual conversation about the book of the week. Hear what they love it about, what they don’t, how they rate it, and how it can advance your work and life. You’ll learn why it was selected to be part of the curated list of Book Insights, and what’s new with the book or the author currently.
This week, Tom and Karin offer you insight on:
Hear about celebrities of today and yesterday who swear by the concepts in Bristol's 1948 book (and why one Book Lounge host is writing a $10 million check)
The mindblowing ways that The Magic of Believing concepts can be proven using dice, cards and more
How infamous people like Hitler, Napoleon and recent examples like Elizabeth Holmes and Anna Sorokin used their magical beliefs
What is the difference between Book Insights episodes and Book Lounge episodes?
Book Insights are formal, structured summary, analysis and exploration of a bestselling nonfiction book. Each episode is read by a professional voice actor and will introduce a new title selected specifically for its value to your work and life.
Book Lounge episodes are casual discussions about the book, the author, and anything else that comes along through the course of conversation. It’s more of a broad chat about how the book relates to current, everyday life.
Should I listen to both the Book Insight and the Book Lounge episode on the same book? Sure! Each episode works fine as a standalone piece, so no requirement to listen to both or to listen in any particular order, but we definitely recommend (and think you’ll enjoy!) both. Think of it like reading a book and liking it so much you want to chat about it on the porch with a friend. That is the vibe at the Book Lounge.
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
Audio Producer: Daniel Gonzalez
Hosts: Tom Butler-Bowdon & Karin Richey

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Oct 14, 2020 • 17min
Book Lounge: The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
Dive into the world of Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and discover the unique neurological traits that set them apart. The conversation reveals the crucial differences between introverts and HSPs while addressing everyday triggers that affect sensitive individuals. Explore the book's insights on navigating relationships and thriving in daily life. Learn about the evolutionary advantages of sensitivity and how quarantine has shaped the experiences of HSPs. Engaging anecdotes and practical strategies await!

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Oct 14, 2020 • 31min
Are You A Highly Sensitive Person? Book Insight on The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
In this engaging discussion, psychologist Elaine Aron, known for her work on highly sensitive people, explores what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). She shares insights into the unique mindset of HSPs, including their strong emotional responses and acute awareness of their surroundings. The conversation also addresses the societal challenges HSPs face, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and finding coping strategies. Aron highlights how sensitivity can be a strength in personal and professional relationships, reshaping how we view this often-misunderstood trait.

Oct 7, 2020 • 30min
Life Is Difficult: Book Insight on The Road Less Traveled by M Scott Peck
* The Road Less Traveled is inspirational, but in an old-fashioned way, putting self-discipline at the top of the list of values for a good life.
*If you believe there are no easy ways to enlightenment or even full mental health, that things like commitment and responsibility are the seeds of fulfilment, then you belong in Dr Peck’s world.
*The book is welcomed by anyone who has found themselves torn between the science of psychology and the spiritual search.
Theme 1: Discipline
Theme 2: Love and Religion
Theme 3: Grace
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO BOOK INSIGHTS. READY FOR MORE LEARNING?
Get unlimited access to our entire collection of Book Insights on over 100 nonfiction bestsellers with a subscription at http://memod.com/insights
Please keep in mind that the information provided in or through our Book Insights episodes is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for advice given by qualified professionals, and should not be relied upon to disregard or delay seeking professional advice.
Full Title: The Road Less Traveled
Year of Publication: 1978
Book Author: M Scott Peck
To purchase the complete edition of this book click here: https://www.amazon.com/Road-Less-Traveled-Psychology-Anniversary/dp/B00007CI68/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601938995&sr=8-1
Book Insight Writer: Tom Butler-Bowden
Editor: Tom Butler-Bowden
Producer: Gabe Mara
Production Manager: Karin Richey
Curator: Tom Butler-Bowdon
Narrator: Gabe Mara

Oct 7, 2020 • 21min
Book Lounge - The Road Less Traveled by M Scott Peck
Today in the Book Lounge, Tom & Karin discuss the book The Road Less Traveled by M Scott Peck.
Each week Book Insights creator and author of The 50 Classics Series Tom Butler-Bowdon and Memo’d Program Manager Karin Richey invite you to join their fun and casual conversation about the book of the week. Hear what they love it about, what they don’t, how they rate it, and how it can advance your work and life. You’ll learn why it was selected to be part of the curated list of Book Insights, and what’s new with the book or the author currently.
This week, Tom and Karin offer you insight on:
* Learn what exactly what is meant by "the road" referred to in the title.
* Explore M Scott Peck's unique take on religion, grace and self-worth.
* The juxtaposition between the author's personal life and the book's messages and usages.
What is the difference between Book Insights episodes and Book Lounge episodes?
Book Insights are formal, structured summary, analysis and exploration of a bestselling nonfiction book. Each episode is read by a professional voice actor and will introduce a new title selected specifically for its value to your work and life.
Book Lounge episodes are casual discussions about the book, the author, and anything else that comes along through the course of conversation. It’s more of a broad chat about how the book relates to current, everyday life.
Should I listen to both the Book Insight and the Book Lounge episode on the same book? Sure! Each episode works fine as a standalone piece, so no requirement to listen to both or to listen in any particular order, but we definitely recommend (and think you’ll enjoy!) both. Think of it like reading a book and liking it so much you want to chat about it on the porch with a friend. That is the vibe at the Book Lounge.
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
Audio Producer: Daniel Gonzalez
Hosts: Tom Butler-Bowdon & Karin Richey

Sep 30, 2020 • 18min
Book Lounge - A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking
Today in the Book Lounge, Tom & Karin discuss the book A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking.
Each week Book Insights creator and author of The 50 Classics Series Tom Butler-Bowdon and Memo’d Program Manager Karin Richey invite you to join their fun and casual conversation about the book of the week. Hear what they love it about, what they don’t, how they rate it, and how it can advance your work and life. You’ll learn why it was selected to be part of the curated list of Book Insights, and what’s new with the book or the author currently.
This week, Tom and Karin offer you insight on:
* The ways Stephen Hawking's physical condition impacted his work and life as an astrophysicist.
* How science and religion have intersected in past centuries and the Vatican's take on Hawking and the Big Bang Theory.
* The fine line between science fiction, philosophy and astrophysics when it comes to time travel and the idea of the multi-verse.
What is the difference between Book Insights episodes and Book Lounge episodes?
Book Insights are formal, structured summary, analysis and exploration of a bestselling nonfiction book. Each episode is read by a professional voice actor and will introduce a new title selected specifically for its value to your work and life.
Book Lounge episodes are casual discussions about the book, the author, and anything else that comes along through the course of conversation. It’s more of a broad chat about how the book relates to current, everyday life.
Should I listen to both the Book Insight and the Book Lounge episode on the same book? Sure! Each episode works fine as a standalone piece, so no requirement to listen to both or to listen in any particular order, but we definitely recommend (and think you’ll enjoy!) both. Think of it like reading a book and liking it so much you want to chat about it on the porch with a friend. That is the vibe at the Book Lounge.
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
Audio Producer: Daniel Gonzalez
Hosts: Tom Butler-Bowdon & Karin Richey

Sep 30, 2020 • 31min
Stephen Hawking Explains Earth's Origin: Book Insight on A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking
* A modern classic and international bestseller, A Brief History of Time tackles the fundamental questions of physics – where did the universe come from?
* How did it come into existence? Where does it end? – in clear and jargon-free language.
* Stephen Hawking, regarded as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists of all time, applies his searing intellect to these mind-bending questions, inviting us to share his wonder at the marvels of the universe, from string theory and spiral galaxies to black holes and the Big Bang.
* The key to the phenomenal success of this book is Hawking’s ability to render complex concepts intelligible, with clarity concision and wit, to everyone.
Theme 1: The Expanding Universe 0:29
Theme 2 Our Big Bang Origins 9:46
Theme 3 Wormhole Time Ports 22:20
Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode.
You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights
HEAR THE FULL INTERVIEWS MENTIONED IN TODAYS' EPISODE HERE:
Hawking, Stephen. "Transcript Of "Questioning The Universe"". Ted.Com, 2019, https://www.ted.com/talks/stephen_hawking_asks_big_questions_about_the_universe/transcript. Accessed 28 Feb 2019.
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO BOOK INSIGHTS. READY FOR MORE LEARNING?
Get unlimited access to our entire collection of Book Insights on over 100 nonfiction bestsellers with a subscription at http://memod.com/insights
Please keep in mind that the information provided in or through our Book Insights episodes is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for advice given by qualified professionals, and should not be relied upon to disregard or delay seeking professional advice.
Full title: A Brief History of Time: From the Big Bang to Blackholes
Year of Publication: 1988
Book Author: Stephen Hawking
To purchase the complete edition of this book click here: https://www.amazon.com/A-Brief-History-of-Time-audiobook/dp/B0000545OB/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=a+brief+history+of+time&qid=1601413153&s=audible&sr=1-1
Book Insight Writer: Kevin Holden
Editor: Tom Butler-Bowden
Producer: Gabe Mara
Production Manager: Karin Richey
Curator: Tom Butler-Bowdon
Narrator: Kristy Burns