Books of Titans Podcast

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 11 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Buck Up, Suck Up…and Come Back When You Foul Up by James Carville and Paul Begala. Show Notes Suggested by Tim Ferris on page 601 of Tools of Titans. Author: James Carville Author: Paul BegalaThe post #11: Buck Up, Suck Up…and Come Back When You Foul Up by James Carville and Paul Begala 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

Delve into the quirky world of Richard Feynman as the discussion highlights his humorous cultural misadventures, particularly a tea gathering gone hilariously wrong. Explore the significance of critical thinking through amusing tales, including a bathroom mishap. Discover Feynman's fresh perspective on learning, prioritizing curiosity over rote memorization. The conversation also touches on fundamental questions in consulting, the complexities of global inequality, and the cognitive challenges in musical performance, all wrapped in engaging storytelling.

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 9 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Show Your Work by Austin Kleon. Show Notes Suggested by Chase Jarvis on page 173 of Tools of Titans Chase Jarvis interview on the Tim Ferriss podcast Author: Austin Klein Podcast: How a hit is made: the...The post #9: Show Your Work by Austin Kleon 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

Steve Martin, a comic's life, discusses his book 'Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life' with Jason Staples and Erik Rostad. They delve into Martin's early life as a stand-up comic, his unique approach to comedy, and the impact of childhood influences on his comedic style. They also explore the similarities between Martin and early computer innovators and discuss the unintended consequences of legislation. Overall, they recommend the book as a funny and thought-provoking read.

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 7 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. Show Notes Suggested by Shaun White on page 274 of Tools of Titans Shaun White interview on the Tim Ferriss podcast Author: Malcolm Gladwell The 10,000 Hour Rule The Mundanity of Excellence How...The post #7: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell 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

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 6 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Stone Soup by Marcia Brown. Show Notes Suggested by Dr. Peter Diamandis on page 372 of Tools of Titans Author: Marcia Brown Reading Different Children’s Book Versions of Stone Soup. Stone Soup Versions.The post #6: Stone Soup by Marcia Brown 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

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 5 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Vagabonding by Rolf Potts. Show Notes Suggested by Tim Ferriss on page 362 of Tools of Titans Author: Rolf Potts Rolf Potts once traveled around the world for six weeks with no luggage or bags of any...The post #5: Vagabonding by Rolf Potts 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

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 4 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Natural Born Heroes by Christopher McDougall. Show Notes Suggested by Laird Hamilton on page 94 of Tools of Titans Author: Christopher McDougall Born to Run also by Christopher McDougall Born to Run is one of the 9...The post #4: Natural Born Heroes by Christopher McDougall 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

Al Ries and Jack Trout, co-authors of 'The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing', discuss the battle of perceptions in marketing, the decline of Russell Corporation, prioritizing marketing over finances, and critique Donald Trump's marketing strategies.

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 2 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. Show Notes Suggested by Jack Dorsey on page 510 of Tools of Titans The Old Man and the Sea – Narrated by Charlton HestonThe post #2: The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway 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