

Books of Titans Podcast
Erik Rostad
Welcome to the Books of Titans Podcast where I (Erik Rostad) seek truth & beauty in the Immortal Books. My goal is to read the Great Books written by 200 authors over the next 15 years and share what I’m learning. I’ll talk a bit about each book, tie ideas together from a variety of genres, and share the one thing I always hope to remember from each of the Immortal Books. www.booksoftitans.com
Episodes
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Feb 1, 2019 • 33min
Living with a SEAL by Jesse Itzler
In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses one of the 9 books that has changed his life – Living with a SEAL by Jesse Itzler. Show Notes Author: Jesse Itzler SEAL: David Goggins The Nine Books that Changed my Life Share Your Reading List on the Books of Titans Website Stuart Browning’s Reading List on the...The post Living with a SEAL by Jesse Itzler appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Jan 25, 2019 • 32min
War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 34 of his 2018 Reading List – War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy. Show Notes Author: Leo Tolstoy Erik’s Book Review Alex J. Hughes Support the Books of Titans Podcast on our new Patreon pageThe post War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Jan 18, 2019 • 19min
The Art of X-Ray Reading by Roy Peter Clark
In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 4 of his 2019 Reading List – The Art of X-Ray Reading by Roy Peter Clark. Show Notes Author: Roy Peter Clark Erik’s Book Review Support the Books of Titans Podcast on our new Patreon page PastorWriter Episode with Russ Ramsey The post The Art of X-Ray Reading by Roy Peter Clark appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Jan 11, 2019 • 28min
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
Author Chris Voss challenges conventional negotiation wisdom in 'Never Split the Difference' and emphasizes the importance of listening and empathy. The podcast discusses his unconventional approach to negotiating the price of a car and the power of getting someone to say 'that's right'. It also highlights the enjoyable and informative nature of the book.

Jan 4, 2019 • 20min
A Mind at Play by Jimmy Soni & Rob Goodman
In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 45 of Erik’s 2018 Reading List – A Mind at Play by Jimmy Soni & Rob Goodman. Show Notes Author: Jimmy Soni Author: Rob Goodman Erik’s Book Review Support the Books of Titans Podcast on our new Patreon page Bell Labs Claude Shannon Page (this is awesome)The post A Mind at Play by Jimmy Soni & Rob Goodman appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Dec 28, 2018 • 18min
Where We Want to Live by Ryan Gravel
In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 52 of Erik’s 2018 Reading List – Where We Want to Live by Ryan Gravel. Show Notes Author: Ryan Gravel Erik’s Book Review Support the Books of Titans Podcast on our new Patreon page Author Ryan Gravel’s TedX Atlanta Talk The post Where We Want to Live by Ryan Gravel appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Nov 16, 2018 • 42min
Looking Back At 52 Episodes and The Future Of The Podcast
In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad look back over the first 52 episodes of the podcast to pull common themes and key takeaways. After hours of reading and reviewing each book, these are the key lessons that you can apply in your own life. Show Notes Purchase Heraclitean Fire on The Rockefeller University...The post Looking Back At 52 Episodes and The Future Of The Podcast appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Nov 2, 2018 • 34min
#52: Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson
In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 31 of Erik’s 2018 Reading List – Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson. Show Notes Discussed by Walter Isaacson on The Tim Ferriss Show Podcast Author: Walter Isaacson Erik’s Book Review Support the Books of Titans Podcast on our new Patreon pageThe post #52: Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Oct 26, 2018 • 1h 2min
#51: Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl
In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 51 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl. Show Notes Suggested by Tony Robbins on page 215 in Tools of Titans. Author: Victor Frankl Books of Titans Book Review Support the Books of Titans Podcast on...The post #51: Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

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Sep 14, 2018 • 1h 59min
#50: Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari
Yuval Noah Harari, author of "Homo Deus", joins the hosts to discuss his book. They cover topics such as the impact of algorithms on decision-making, the concept of organisms as algorithms, ancient religious beliefs, influential inventions, the role of holy scriptures in hindering scientific progress, and the drawbacks of deep specialization in the age of AI. They also explore the connection between humanism and Christianity, the difference between a living body and a corpse, and consciousness.