In this engaging conversation, Matt Yao, an explorer of writing and coaching, interviews Paul Millerd about his transformative book, Good Work. They dive into the shifting nature of work, urging listeners to prioritize meaning over traditional roles. They reflect on financial independence and the joys of self-employment, along with the pivotal role of creativity in everyday tasks. The duo also shares insights on sabbaticals and the balance between career and parenting, encouraging a spirit of experimentation in both personal and professional lives.

Abel James, a podcast host and musician from Austin, dives into transforming mundane careers into meaningful pursuits. He shares his own journey from corporate life to creative fulfillment spurred by personal challenges. The conversation emphasizes prioritizing passion over financial gain and balancing creativity with the responsibilities of parenthood. Abel advocates for redefining success beyond societal norms, encouraging listeners to embrace good work and authentic choices that lead to real joy and connection.

Explore the journey of rediscovering passion through creative expression as the speaker shares personal anecdotes leading to their new book. Discover how a transformative experience shifted their focus from professional burnout to finding joy in writing. This reflection emphasizes the vital importance of pursuing meaningful work that truly fulfills us.

Nikolaj Astrup shares his experience living in Thailand, Vietnam, and Japan with 20 families from around the world. Topics include communal living dynamics, intentional communal projects, community living experiments, homeschooling approaches, sustainable funding for projects, and reflections on leadership and community building.

Former Supreme Court advocate turned poker player and entrepreneur Cate Hall discusses leaving law for poker, developing agency, deterministic vs probabilistic economy, risk, burnout, asking dumb questions, defining ambition, seeking real feedback, and maximizing luck. She shares her inspiring journey of pivoting from a traditional career path to pursue fulfillment and success in unconventional ways.

Nat Eliason and Sky King join Paul Millerd in a discussion on fatherhood, exploring challenges, sleep training, parenthood choices, financial realities, vaccine decisions, childcare expenses, balancing writing with parenting, and personal experiences during OBGYN appointments. The conversation dives into humorous struggles, insights, and reflections on unconventional paths of fatherhood.

Former startup executive Justin Welsh shares his journey from burnout to building a one-person knowledge business. Topics include struggles with a results-oriented mindset, non-monetary success, becoming a top LinkedIn influencer, setting income goals, The Creator MBA, and dealing with fears around money.

Henry Oliver, a writer and brand consultant, explores late bloomers and the lessons we can learn from them. Topics include John Stuart Mill's influence, Samuel Johnson's dictionary creation, Penelope Fitzgerald's journey, the impact of writing online, Tyler Cowen's support, and the importance of finding like-minded individuals.

Matt Bateman discusses his journey from academia to Montessori education, emphasizing the nobility of all work and the importance of agency in education. He explores kids and technology, values in education, and the hidden value systems in schools. Reflecting on his experiences, he offers advice for parents and challenges traditional educational approaches.

Steve and Matt discuss slowing down, unlearning, sabbaticals, finding good work, letting go of jealousy, competitiveness vs enoughness, Matt's apprenticeship, Downshift program, ambition, marriage, family, reframing money, launching decelerator.