20 Minute Books
20 Minute Books
Every Tuesday, a new book summary!
Embark on a journey of knowledge with the "20 Minute Books" podcast, your free gateway to invaluable insights distilled from best-selling non-fiction books. Spanning categories such as Business, Entrepreneurship, Psychology, and more we transform influential works into engaging (roughly) 20-minute summaries. Perfect for commuters, budding entrepreneurs, or book enthusiasts, join me as I distill key takeaways from a world of wisdom, offering a rich library of book summaries directly to your ears. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge landscape in a time-efficient manner.
Embark on a journey of knowledge with the "20 Minute Books" podcast, your free gateway to invaluable insights distilled from best-selling non-fiction books. Spanning categories such as Business, Entrepreneurship, Psychology, and more we transform influential works into engaging (roughly) 20-minute summaries. Perfect for commuters, budding entrepreneurs, or book enthusiasts, join me as I distill key takeaways from a world of wisdom, offering a rich library of book summaries directly to your ears. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge landscape in a time-efficient manner.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jan 13, 2024 β’ 30min
Wuhan Diary - Book Summary
"Dispatches from a Quarantined City" Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Fang Fang Category: Biography & Memoir
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Jan 12, 2024 β’ 22min
Measure What Matters - Book Summary
This podcast explores the transformative potential of OKRs in leading companies, using examples from Google, Intel, Remind, and My Fitness Pal app. It discusses the concept of stretch goals and their impact on organizational growth. Additionally, it highlights the determination and persistence of teams in surpassing user milestones and transforming performance reviews in Fortune 500 companies. The importance of continuous feedback and recognition in performance management is also emphasized, using Adobe as an example.
Jan 12, 2024 β’ 46min
Distinction - Book Summary
"A Social Critique of the Judgement of Taste" π For more insights, check out the full book here π Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Pierre Bourdieu Category: Society & Culture
Jan 12, 2024 β’ 29min
Brain Maker - Book Summary
"The Power of Gut Microbes to Heal and Protect your Brain β for Life" π For more insights, check out the full book here π Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Dr. David Perlmutter with Kristin Loberg Category: Health & Nutrition
Jan 12, 2024 β’ 25min
The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is - Book Summary
"A History, A Philosophy, A Warning" π For more insights, check out the full book here π Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Justin E.H. Smith Category: Philosophy
Jan 12, 2024 β’ 27min
Wagnerism - Book Summary
"Art and Politics in the Shadow of Music" π For more insights, check out the full book here π Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Alex Ross Category: History
Jan 11, 2024 β’ 19min
Retrain Your Brain - Book Summary
Explore the power of cognitive behavioral therapy to rewire thought processes for a positive life. Learn strategies to shift from negative to positive thinking and cultivate self-compassion. Discover the importance of mindfulness in managing challenging situations and promoting resilience. Enhance mood and well-being through CBT and physical health. Prioritize exercise, sleep, and social connections to strengthen psychological resilience.
Jan 11, 2024 β’ 23min
The Inevitable - Book Summary
The podcast explores 'The Inevitable' by Kevin Kelly, focusing on the 12 technological forces that will shape our future, including artificial intelligence, the future of screens, and the eroding veil of privacy. It emphasizes the concept of adapting to updated technology in a constantly changing landscape and discusses how AI is transforming our lives and learning. The podcast also highlights the need for skepticism in an uncertain world and introduces the audience to the twelve inherent forces shaping the future.
Jan 11, 2024 β’ 26min
The No Contact Rule - Book Summary
"A guide to surviving your breakup with your self-respect in tow" π For more insights, check out the full book here π Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Natalie Lue Category: Sex & Relationships
Jan 11, 2024 β’ 24min
The Art of Gathering - Book Summary
"How We Meet and Why It Matters" π For more insights, check out the full book here π Transcript and written book summary available here for free ποΈ Author: Priya Parker Category: Society & Culture
