Stacking Knowledge
Mickey Mellen
There are tens of thousands of business books published every year, and it's impossible to keep up. You read what you can, we'll share what we can on here, and we'll all get better in the process.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Aug 7, 2025 • 30min
049 - Tiny Experiments, by Anne-Laure Le Cunff
In this episode, I share some thoughts from David Ackert's book "The Short List".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep049
Jul 31, 2025 • 27min
048 - The Short List, by David Ackert
In this episode, I share some thoughts from David Ackert's book "The Short List".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep048
Jul 11, 2025 • 12min
047 - Cues, by Vanessa Van Edwards
In this episode, I share some thoughts from Vanessa Van Edwards' book "Cues".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep047
May 15, 2025 • 18min
046 - The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker, with Claudia Solares
In this episode, Claudia Solares and I discuss Priya Parker's book "The Art of Gathering".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep046
May 1, 2025 • 8min
045 - Banana Ball, by Jesse Cole
Discover the vibrant charm of attending a Savannah Bananas game, where traditional baseball meets innovative flair. Learn about the owner's journey and his unique strategies for building a successful franchise. Dive into the world of fan engagement and storytelling, examining how these methods transform the game and address fan frustrations. Plus, explore the rich narratives of sports history, particularly the important stories of the Negro leagues, and how modern media plays a vital role in amplifying those voices.
Apr 17, 2025 • 23min
044 - The Coaching Habit by Michael Stanier, with Peter Shepherd
Peter Shepherd joined me to discuss Michael Stanier's book "The Coaching Habit".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep044
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Apr 3, 2025 • 22min
043 - Storyworthy, with Matthew Dicks
Matthew Dicks, an accomplished author and storytelling expert who also aids the FBI's hostage negotiation unit, shares his insights on the art of storytelling. He discusses 'homework for life,' a method to recognize daily moments that boost creativity and connection. The conversation delves into crafting honest narratives while maintaining ethics, the significance of narrative tense for immersion, and how evocative language engages audiences. Dicks emphasizes that every person can enhance their storytelling skills by reflecting on their experiences.
Mar 20, 2025 • 20min
042 - The Power of Habit, with Andrew McEntyre
Andrew McEntyre, a special education teacher, dives into the fascinating world of habits inspired by Charles Duhigg's insights in The Power of Habit. He shares how habits form unconsciously and the importance of awareness in reshaping them. The discussion underscores the cue-routine-reward loop in teaching, revealing how small habit changes lead to significant life improvements. Andrew also illustrates how marketing exploits habitual behaviors to influence consumer choices and discusses the transformative power of keystone habits within organizations.
Mar 6, 2025 • 22min
041 - The Great Game of Business, with Marie Davis
Marie Davis joined me to discuss Jack Stack's classic book "The Great Game of Business".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep041
Feb 20, 2025 • 28min
040 - The Four Conversations, with Blair Enns
Blair Enns joined me to discuss his latest book "The Four Conversations".Show notes and more info can be found at:https://stackingknowledge.com/ep040
