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The Art of Manliness

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Mar 20, 2024 • 51min

Get More Done With the Power of Timeboxing

Learn about the power of timeboxing for productivity, focusing on doing one task at a time to combat overwhelm and improve task prioritization. Discover practical tips for implementing timeboxing, capturing tasks efficiently, and maximizing productivity by setting time limits and enhancing time estimates. Get ready to have a more focused and satisfying day with this simple but effective productivity method.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 52min

How to Shift Out of the Midlife Malaise

Explore the concept of midlife malaise through a philosophical lens, discussing regret, missed opportunities, and existential questions. Challenge traditional notions of midlife crises and shift focus towards meaningful living. Rediscover existential values, transition to a process-oriented mindset, and balance productivity with enjoying the journey in middle age.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 55min

The 3 Musical Geniuses Behind the Most Popular Jazz Album of All Time

Explore the stories of jazz legends Miles Davis, Bill Evans, and John Coltrane, who crafted the iconic 'Kind of Blue' album. Delve into their struggles, musical genius, collaboration, and the creation of a timeless jazz masterpiece.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 49min

A Butler's Guide to Managing Your Household

Learn the history of domestic service and its resurgence. Tips from a butler on household management include using a 'butler's book' for schedules and maintenance. Discover efficient cleaning techniques and product recommendations for a well-managed home.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 1h

Down With Pseudo-Productivity: Why We Need to Transform the Way We Work

Explore the rise of anti-productivity sentiment and the need for a transformation in work approaches. Cal Newport discusses slow productivity, emphasizing doing fewer tasks for long-term success. Learn about injecting seasonality in work, embracing quality over quantity, and creating conducive work environments for enhanced productivity.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 49min

The 5 Factors for Crafting Simple (Read: Effective!) Messages

Learn how to craft simple and impactful marketing messages in a noisy world. Discover the importance of focusing on benefits over features, using 'so' instead of 'and' for more focused messages, and creating minimal yet powerful communication. Explore the art of empathy in message creation and the value of simplicity to stand out in a crowded marketplace. Get actionable tips from a marketing expert on crafting influential messages.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 50min

The Misconceptions of HIIT (And the Role It Can Play in Your Fitness Routine)

Dr. Martin Gibala discusses the misconceptions of HIIT, emphasizing the intensity-duration trade-off. He clarifies that HIIT needn't be extremely high intensity and is predominantly aerobic. Martin addresses the benefits of HIIT over traditional cardio, the afterburn effect, age suitability, and cortisol concerns. He also shares specific HIIT workouts for listeners to try.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 51min

The Making of a Stoic Emperor

Explore the life of Marcus Aurelius, his Stoic philosophy, and his journaling practices. Learn about his upbringing, manliness, and training in Stoicism. Discover how he used philosophy to navigate his tumultuous rule as emperor. Dive into his mentorship, relationships, and reflections on character flaws.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 45min

The Secrets of Supercommunicators

Author Charles Duhigg discusses the secrets of supercommunicators, emphasizing the matching principle in conversations. He shares techniques for navigating emotional discussions, aligning language and energy, and carrying connection skills to digital interactions.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 49min

7 Journaling Techniques That Can Change Your Life

Explore journaling techniques to transform your life with brain dumps, mindset shifts, and anxiety management. Discover the power of micro-journaling to combat phone addiction and create mental clarity. Dive into personal growth through archetype creation and decision-making strategies for improved self-reflection.

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