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The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish
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4.466666666666667 out of 5 stars
Based on 150 reviews
SoCalCuster
2 out of 5 stars
Degrading over time and cuts off for non subscribers
Quality of the guests has decreased with time. Has also become much more commercial with a long prelude about all you are missing out by not subscribing and now cuts off the interview at the end if you are not a paid subscriber.
MKULTRA83
1 out of 5 stars
Blind over privileged people
Giving useless advice completely disconnected from their privilege and subsequent lethargic minds and bodies. Advice such as just disconnecting and go to your lake house or farm. These people are truly evil and blind to their evil. Such is capitalism.
Raising Helene
3 out of 5 stars
142
Marshall Goldsmith, while extremely self-satisfied, had an enormous amount of value to add. Unfortunately I could not play this episode in its entirety because the lipsmacking was so intense. I know that sounds insane, but some people will relate to this 100%. It’s unbearable. Editors, please take a note…
JZ38
5 out of 5 stars
Love the TKP Insight episodes!
Just listened to #140, well edited and organized thoughts. Thank you!
Garden city nan
5 out of 5 stars
Loved the Marshall Goldsmith episode
I did not want this interview with Marshall Goldsmith to end. Such valuable advice backed up by real life stories. I will definitely play this one again and take notes so I can remember everything. Dr.Goldsmith has written many books gleaned from coaching executives and he teaches lessons we can all use. I was so impressed by him that I just bought his latest book, The Earned Life. Can’t wait to read it. Great interview questions Shane. You always do a comprehensive and entertaining podcast. Thanks!
@MichaelUnbroken/
5 out of 5 stars
Transformative and Insightful
I just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for creating such an impactful podcast! I believe that we all have a voice that deserves to be heard. Thank you for putting this into the world! BE UNBROKEN! @MichaelUnbroken
fraudpatrol
4 out of 5 stars
Kanal Shah statistics and facts
I thought what he had to say was interesting but a lot of what he said didn’t quite seem right—Indians don’t read, only 6% women work etc. neither of these were true which made me question everything he said. I know he wants to prove a point but it’s more nuanced than he made it seem.
rcash28
5 out of 5 stars
Fast becoming my favorite podcast
Shane has the best guests and asks the best questions. I learn so much by listening!
ninaysua
5 out of 5 stars
Justin Su’a
Amazing interview! Very informative.
Abhi-bas
5 out of 5 stars
It’s all about the questions
I love how Shane articulate his questions and how usually one give a nice Segway into the other.
stretchkeen
5 out of 5 stars
Too smart !
Balaji is extremely smart but I didn’t get anything to take with me. But normally - excellent show.
star-asterisk
5 out of 5 stars
Don’t miss EP 133
Ep #133 with Andrew Huberman was one of the best all around “health and wellness” episodes I have heard on any show since I started listening to podcasts. Hyper informative, with lots of detail, and applicable ideas. Highly recommended!
MSKTX
5 out of 5 stars
Knowledge Project Podcast
Excellent podcast, and I always LEARN something from it! Thank you!
OnionsPicklesandPeas (OPP)
2 out of 5 stars
This used to be my favorite podcast
To be honest I haven’t been listening lately. I’ve found the episodes to be unreliably enjoyable and some guest’s problematic ie Matthew Walker. I highly suggest the podcast Maintenance Phase for a comprehensive overview of the faulty and debunked science on which Matthew stakes and claims his fame. Bring back critical thinking.
thicks51
2 out of 5 stars
Unrealized potential
The host is earnest and tries to position himself as a interesting interviewer. It’s clear he works at it and that is the problem = the pod takes itself so seriously without delivering any real depth. The pod likely is a good match for people at the beginning of their careers.
Nikkkki15
5 out of 5 stars
Love this podcast
The Diana Chapman episode was one of my favorites of all time. Thank you so much for the introduction to her work. More broadly, thank you for this podcast— it has been super influential in my life.
DeWittLater
5 out of 5 stars
Episode 124… oooof
Love this podcast and have listened to almost every episode, but the guest on 124 was horrendous. Had to stop listening halfway through. At least I know this is the outlier and hope for better guests in the future
Rob Schmoldt
4 out of 5 stars
Excellence in Podcasting
Thank you Shane for the Knowledge Project, you’re making us all a little better.
1010sport
5 out of 5 stars
A go to for leaning on impactful topics
For some years now the Knowledge Project podcast has been one of my go to podcasts. Most episodes present a challenge to my current thinking or introduce me to concepts to go down a rabbit hole of exploration. What I appreciate most about this podcast is its ability to share learnings & knowledge others have gained and use in a way that allows me to still find benefit from their perspective even when I don’t align with the point of view, or work, of that guest. The hardest thing for me is prioritizing what knowledge I just gained should I begin the hard work of applying to my life in a meaningful way.
djrifbgnfx
5 out of 5 stars
Encounter Growth Edge and Nuance
For years I thought I knew the value of listening to viewpoints different from my own. Instead, I was trying to stomach the other side of what I realize now is a contrived duopoly. “Us vs them” and I saw myself trying to listen to “them”. In reality, there is an infinite spectrum of thought. The Knowledge Project helped me discover landscapes I never knew existed, perceive situations in a fresh way, and remind me of my own agency and autonomy. I feel empowered after listening to these conversations. Thanks!
junglejillian
2 out of 5 stars
If you want to know what men think about things, listen to this podcast.
This pod is all men, all the time.
Mymn
5 out of 5 stars
I am addicted to this podcast!
I start every morning with it, with excitement , sometimes I listen twice to episodes that are dense with ideas that I have experienced. felt like many of the guests are people who I would love to meet! Many thanks to the host :)
Oneyal
5 out of 5 stars
Great conversations
I enjoy many of the episodes on Shane’s podcast. Today, I want to highlight one. I just listened to the conversation with Kat Cole and it encouraged me. I appreciated Shane’s questions and Kat’s humility and openness when sharing her experiences. Shane mentioned a Part Two; I look forward to hearing it and gleaning more insights.
Robert_A617
5 out of 5 stars
A Must Listen
Like Shane’s blog, the podcast never disappoints. I recommend his podcast to fellow professionals and always receive thanks for doing so. Thank you Shane for the amazing content!
malfoxley
5 out of 5 stars
Great show!
Shane, host of the Knowledge Project podcast, highlights all aspects of business and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
Purdue94
1 out of 5 stars
Brian Koppelman interview was a dumpster fire
I have really enjoyed all of the lessons/podcasts but the Koppelman podcast was a REAL disappointment. I have not listened to these in order, but questioned if I should continue listening after that one.
Nekayoder
4 out of 5 stars
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Plingkster
5 out of 5 stars
So Important!
I have been reading Barrett’s book on How Emotions Are Made, which is mind blowing, although dense. But listening to her makes the material so much more digestible. This is highly impactful neuroscience that I think everyone should become aware of. Thanks for the interview!
Krissy Whiski
5 out of 5 stars
Full of so much great content!
I seriously love this content! So much to learn from and think about. The interviews are top notch and I have been an avid listener for some time. Thank you for creating such goodness for my brain to soak in while I am painting or driving.
ESingerMolloy
5 out of 5 stars
My favorite podcast
I always learn something! I teach courses in physician leadership and consistently recommend this podcast series to colleagues.
Paul9678
5 out of 5 stars
Sometimes fabulous, sometimes not much novel wisdom
It’s tough to hit one over the fence every time, but the great ones, about 1/2 I would say, make it so worth listening to catch them. The long format is good, allows Shane to really dig in. His own experience as entrepreneur and willingness to share experiences adds a lot.
NiqueSr
5 out of 5 stars
Marvelous!
Shane is a master at uncovering and rolling over every stone in an interview...so captivating to listen to!
Farah Jane
3 out of 5 stars
Gaming?
Had to stop listening when what was supposed to be a podcast about gaming turned into how bad schooling is. Although I am ALL about reforming schools to be more creative, empowering places and I would love to go gradeless, it is quite a luxury to be “unschooling” your kids. Let’s hep fix what’s wrong.
Mark Colgan
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing show
Shane is fantastic at interviewing key guests and teasing out the valuable knowledge they have to share. Great podcast. Thanks Shane!
Loganlin
5 out of 5 stars
Bill Ackman Episode was really good
Very good host, and his episodes teach everyone from all ages about business.
Tetrahedron
5 out of 5 stars
Knowledge that’s good for you!
Have been listening to this podcast for awhile now. Among the ocean of choices now TKP delivers knowledge that’s consistently valuable. Keep up the great work!
henry_p3456
5 out of 5 stars
Always fascinating
The Knowledge Project is fascinating.
Paresh
4 out of 5 stars
Decent Podcast due to content
Shane - A friend of mine forwarded episode #94 to listen and I appreciate you bring the interview with Chamath to the masses. I also appreciate some of the thoughtful questions throughout the interview.
paperfairy17
5 out of 5 stars
great brain food
no other podcast makes me THINK like this one, and I love it. every episode is a delight.
Charity Eugair
5 out of 5 stars
Engrossing, valuable content.
I’m so pleased to have found this podcast. Topics that are both deep and wide, useful and inspiring to many. #63 on self-publishing with Hugh Howey was packed with rare, illuminating insights. Thoughtful questions, ease and authenticity in delivery. A pleasure for my commute. Thank you!
early bird
5 out of 5 stars
Invaluable interview with Chamath - Oh Wow!
The Knowledge Project is full of incredibly valuable explorations thanks to Shane ( and team ) .
Blorpal
2 out of 5 stars
very boring
Like listening to a conversation with your IT guy
Rakesh Mandhan
5 out of 5 stars
Quickly becoming my favourite.
I can’t believe I had been missing out on this podcast! This is the first podcast I have listened to where I have enjoyed every _single_ episode. The topics are so diverse. The conversation feels casual, yet structured. Every guest is interesting, and Shane always seems to get the best out of them. I have already recommended it to a few of my friends, and I can’t wait to listen to more :)
alison.v
5 out of 5 stars
So much to learn!!
This podcast is full of insight and education you didn’t even know you needed!
The Original, SP
2 out of 5 stars
Eh
The host is not a host. The guests run the show. It’s completely an insiders listen. Sometimes you get a gem. You’re better off with getting a blurb from the newsletter than just listening. Oh and way too long.
JayV69
5 out of 5 stars
Wow
The Poker Player episode with Maria Konnikova is pretty mind blowing for me. Couldn’t have come at a better time. Thanks Shane!
Pilarico66
3 out of 5 stars
Can I rate one episode?
The current one with BJ Fogg is horrible. He seems like an insufferable ass. So he’s apparently an academic who surfs and creates models. I’m sorry, but your podcasts are usually good; at least the ones I have listened to. But this one is really bad.
NexttoNormal41
1 out of 5 stars
Too much old white guys :/
I think many of the advice comes from too much white privileged and not a lot of awareness.
Ams63125
2 out of 5 stars
Great info mixed with political bias
This show has some amazing information; however, it is intermixed with political opinion portrayed as fact. Specifically I am referring to episode #83-“What Really Matters.” Perhaps what should really matter is being unbiased and eschewing political opinions that may offend people? Perhaps Shane should update this mental model? It does help though because I can now point my associates away from this biased content. Thank you.
Emre Ersahin
4 out of 5 stars
Really cool
Really cool to have all these opinion leaders talking in my room.
mcdave45
1 out of 5 stars
Gary Taubs
You could have at least had a registered dietitian on instead of this fool. I have lost a lot of respect for your podcast. Shame on you! You should get Donald Trump on to tell you about nutrition & healthcare!
Lucees
5 out of 5 stars
My absolute favorite podcast
Long time listener catching up on my reviews.. and shocked that this only had 1600 ratings. Shane is a great interviewer, and unafraid to ask tough questions - the recent Ackman ep was a good example.. would love to see a bit more diversity, but keep up the good work!
BillB123
5 out of 5 stars
One of my very favorite podcast series
Thoughtful, insightful. One of my favorites
reinadenyc
5 out of 5 stars
Bethany McLean
Brilliant. Thank you Shane. Keep them coming.
ZEP TX
2 out of 5 stars
It sounded good but just a monologue
The topics sound so interesting, but it’s not interactive enough. Basically, the guests just give a monologue.
john Ingham
5 out of 5 stars
Consistently the Best
Mental models will improve your ability to navigate life successfully. Shane Parish brings out the best in his subjects and digs out how they approach life with their own mental models. A wide range of subject matter but always on point.
flowryderr
5 out of 5 stars
Powerful, deep, curious interviews
Shane is a curious, humble interviewer. His guests are credible and down to earth in the interviews.
stiles.c
5 out of 5 stars
Worth your time
Most podcasts won't hold my attention for more than 10 minutes. This one is well over an hour and deeply thought provoking. Check it out!
ceej1984
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome. Thoughtful and provoking.
Wonderful podcast. Highly recommend for insightful conversational and challenging discussion.
TheCount2254
3 out of 5 stars
Good guests, not the best host
I really like the guests on this show. However Shane’s voice and his tempo make it difficult to listen to the podcast. I think the music at the beginning doesn’t match the show. It sounds like a setup for Masterpiece Theatre. Just my humble opinion.
Kass Killebrew
5 out of 5 stars
Best available
This is the absolute *best* podcast available to any listener. Period. End of story. No question.
Dsc255
5 out of 5 stars
Great guests, smart host
Great show!
debashree_123
3 out of 5 stars
Some good, some bad
I used to listen to every episode of this podcast as soon as it became available, but now I am quitting episodes halfway through. Some recent guests have been so full of themselves that it was difficult to listen to them with an open mind, and Shane did not seem to be posing challenging questions which could have perhaps made the episode worthwhile.
eltoddro
1 out of 5 stars
Can’t Listen
Interesting topics and guests but the host’s voice is unlistenable. He sounds like a whiny valley-girl with a horrible Canadian accent. Moving on, good luck!
RichardSternard
5 out of 5 stars
Pertinent Information
This podcast makes me think more than most. Wish I would have listened to episode 68 before I read, “Thinking Fast and Slow” because the author , Daniel Kehnamen, basically discredited the box at the 1:01:50 mark of the episode.
DanDanknick
1 out of 5 stars
Such a great microscope into our culture
The art of proper verbal communication appears lost. When the host stumbles through questions (which is an easy re-take and edit on a digital recording) or the CEO of DuckDuckGo begins every dang answer with “So...” I wonder if any of these people hold sincere beliefs or not. It seems like they view themselves on a TV show in replacement for an upright life.
konrad.ch
3 out of 5 stars
Some episodes very interesting
Hit or miss in terms of guests
urinalpotty
4 out of 5 stars
Financial planning
I’m working on financial planning.3.
April2015birthclub
5 out of 5 stars
PHENOMENAL
I’ve just listened to one episode, with Sue Johnson (GENIUS), and was completely swept away and mind blown. It was one of the most inspiring, informative, genuine and smartest conversations I’ve heard in a long time, and I listen to a lot of podcasts! Absolutely recommend. This is fantastic.
JoshCrist
5 out of 5 stars
Deep and authentic
This show is INCREDIBLE! It's quickly become my go-to each week because of the depth of each interview and the breadth of guest that Shane brings on the show. I walk away from each episode with a beautiful blend of insight to reflect on and action I want to take RIGHT NOW. Thank you Shane and team FS for bringing this show to the world!
Tori. E.
5 out of 5 stars
Mentally Engaging
I’m fascinated. I typically find myself under stimulated in most situations. I’m constantly seeking out people and places that I think may be able to challenge me or encourage deeper thought and discussion. Easier said than done. But even alone in my car on my way to work, I feel my mind working when I listen to these podcasts. I love the variety and depth of topic, and also the unexpected, quirky questions.
joourney woman 1957
5 out of 5 stars
Exceptional
Always thought provoking and offering practical learnings that can literally change your life. Even topics I’m not “traditionally” interested in have come to life and opened my mind to understanding. My favorite podcast to recommend to others.
Walking more
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast
Very thoughtful and interesting interviews
Whotookallmybluesky123
5 out of 5 stars
Episode 62 about relationships was excellent
No matter if you are in a good relationship or living a nightmare this podcast is excellent and you will learn a lot. My only tiny constructive criticism is that Dr. Sue Johnson ALWAYs used the pronoun 'him" when describing the person that is the problem. Maybe that was or was not an oversight but getting men to talk to a therapist will not be easy if the therapist seems to have come to the discussion with a preconceived notion who needs the most help.
Schwebach
5 out of 5 stars
A wonderful way to expand your thinking
I found The Knowledge Project when Shane was interviewed by Sam Harris on the Making Sense podcast, and have come to actually prefer The Knowledge Project. The wide range of guests and topics keep it fresh, and I leave most every episode with at least one or two “mental models” that I find useful.
Hans Obitz
4 out of 5 stars
Interesting speakers and topics
However Shane tends to fall short of asking the really difficult questions that a Sam Harris or Tyler Cowen tends to put to guests
Doug62aaa
5 out of 5 stars
Listen to new voices
Shane interviews names you’ve heard before but even better he introduces you to people you haven’t. If your here for a familiar name, by all means listen, but my favorites are his exclusives.
TheBus00
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome new find
I heard Shane on Sam Harris' podcast and immediately subscribed to The Knowledge Project. Shane has a knack for "coming at things from a different angle" which generates new perspectives and interesting information from each discussion.
Paul D R
5 out of 5 stars
Team - please keep up the amazing work!
I have been following Shane Parrish and his Farnam Street blog for quite some time. I believed if he were able to talk to the creators of the content he consumed, and curated it through his thoughtful lens, it would add exponential value. Well, he’s done that with this podcast. From the guests the team secures, to the ideas that are shared, almost every listener should be able to find value and add to their own mental models. Well worth adding to any subscription list.
SandHarmony33
5 out of 5 stars
LOVE IT!!
I just learnt about this podcast and absolutely love it!!! Ended up going back to previous seasons and finished listening to all the episodes!! Shayne is an awesome mediator and gets the best of the best speakers with various interests. It’s so nice to learn about different things in a fun way. Thank you Shayne for all your hard work!!!
Listening long time
5 out of 5 stars
Always quality
Shane offers consistent podcast episodes for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge on the topics presented. Seriously, cut through all the noise in the podcast-verse and listen to quality.
steph divine
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
Extremely good and informative podcast while I work and create music! Keep up the good works. 🙏🏽
curiously raven
5 out of 5 stars
Wow, not your typical podcast
I stumbled on this podcast and this is not the typical Q&A interview where the guest is also promoting their new book or talking about recent success. The host and producers do a fantastic job to make the guest’s knowledge and experiences they have to share the star of the show—notice I did not say the guest is the star. That’s what sets this podcast apart. Shane asks very deep questions that seem to spark a passion in the guest then he sits back and lets them talk. Some of the podcasts are an hour and a half and I was hesitant because I was not looking to listen to one person ramble about a single topic for that long; however, each question takes the conversation to a new level and hooks me even more. I have even referred to the show notes after the episodes because the guests cover so much! Every episode I have listened to I have found myself thinking, “Nooooo, not yet,” when the host wraps of the interview. Kudos to the whole production team.
jungleloveraquadros
5 out of 5 stars
A Meaningful Gift
Over the past month I have started listening to this podcast and at this point I listen as much as possible. The thoughtfulness of the conversation and the immediately relevant topics have this (sometimes what seems like magical! Lol) way of making my day a better one. Whether it’s a more interesting conversation I have with a friend or my husband, or a more productive interaction at work, or a better understanding of my own thought process and how it affects my emotions and behavior... there is always something that I learn. The simplest way to say it is this podcast makes me happier, better informed, and better at thinking and behaving in a way that reflects the person I want to be. It has helped lift a blanket of depression that was pinning me down. Thank you Shane and Farnum Street for this work! It is a true gift and has a meaningful impact.
Bobby The Biased
5 out of 5 stars
Trajectory altering
Thanks Shane!
Brooke Craven
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Podcast!!
Farnum, host of The Knowledge Project, highlights all aspects of business, success and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
jamnla
3 out of 5 stars
Like like like
Like like like like! Please try to like stop saying like!
Bill H 62
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome resource
Shane’s work with so many bright people, via the Farnam Street blog and the Knowledge Project webcasts is amazing. I wish that I could take these lessons with me in a time machine back 30 years. Awesome stuff that I am now relaying to my kids as they begin their adult lives.
Fvjfscbrhrdbh
4 out of 5 stars
Good Stuff
I'm not sure I'm actually retaining anything when listening to this but the guests certainly sound smart! And Shane Parrish is a thoughtful guy.
Halfwayacrosstheworld
3 out of 5 stars
Sound quality
Some episode are impossible to listen to despite the great content.
Downtime6
5 out of 5 stars
Always learn something new
Shane does an incredible job with the Knowledge Project. At first I was daunted by the length of some Podcasts ~1.5 hours, but after listening to a few episodes, realized that they are worthwhile investments of time. Shane has an ability to tease out learnings and contextualize pieces of information to enhance the applicibility of the information presented. Most importanly, you'll walk away from each episode having more knowledge and seeing things from a different context then before. Keep up the great work Shane!
KellyK in Montgomery
5 out of 5 stars
Intelligent and enlightening
My new favorite. Shane's topics are well-chosen and his interviews are excellent. Well worth the time.
GA Learning
5 out of 5 stars
Love the thinking and conversations
Shane, I wanted to finally take a moment and share with you and others how much I truly enjoy your podcasts. Your guests are always thoughtful, relevant to our time, and your questions are dialogue is always well worth listing all the way to the end. I really appreciate how you take the time to invest in a deep conversation to help us listeners learn and grow. Keep up the great thinking and beautiful work.
JT5309
5 out of 5 stars
Deep Learning
Good show so far, lots of learning on some deep topics.
ersmed
5 out of 5 stars
Extremely Informative,
Shane does an amazing job of bringing a wide array of interesting topics to each podcast. He does a fantastic job of finding and interviewing very interesting guest. Great show. Excellent time investment.
embracingTheBlonde
5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant Brilliant Brilliant
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Gmooooooooo
5 out of 5 stars
What a gift
I can't believe this stuff is free. The wisdom you learn listening to the knowledge project comes from some truly exceptional people. Thank you Shane for doing what you do so well.
kyle barrios_kb
5 out of 5 stars
Shattering insights
Shane does a masterful job of letting guests speak and expand on their thread without derailing them or unnecessarily stopping them. The topics are explored with deep insights. kyle b.
cj_mccollum
5 out of 5 stars
Well worth the listen
This podcast packs a punch every time. The perfect antidote to our noisy, shallow culture. Shane has found the signal in he noise
sdghjjvv
5 out of 5 stars
Great
Great
sam2562
5 out of 5 stars
Fave podcast
I can’t say exactly what it is that I find so great about Shane’s podcasts, it’s not just the guests who are always interesting and have great insights or the fact Shane asks intriguing questions and allows the guest to be center of attention, or even the tone of Shane’s voice (oddly calming)? It’s some combination of all these things that make it the podcast I look forward to most.
TGizzLE
5 out of 5 stars
Definitely worthwile
I'm 30 min into "Thinking about Thinking" and loving it. Have to stop periodically to take notes. So good!
jlmendezbonini
5 out of 5 stars
Shorter episodes 👍👍👍
The community clearly loves the regular episodes so you shouldn’t change them, however, the short episodes work great for my lifestyle and commute!
Veraqwang
5 out of 5 stars
It’s enlightening
The Knowledge Project episodes don’t come as often/frequent as some other podcasts, but each episode is totally worthwhile the wait.
123345AJ
5 out of 5 stars
Psyched to have found this!
Wish I'd found it sooner. Loved the Barbara Oakly episode! Thank you for this!
Kickthemule
5 out of 5 stars
My daily life hack
This podcast is my daily life hack. It contains awesome content. Shane does a great job at producing quality content and asks great questions.
Traumataized85
5 out of 5 stars
Great guests, great questions
The guests on this podcast are always very interesting and have a lot to share.
Suraj Ravi
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Guests and Host
Great podcast with very insightful conversations. Shane does a great job of bringing on people who are able to clearly express what has made them successful, and has a great way of digging deep in to topics by asking the right probing questions. Few of my favorites include the pods with Naval Ravikant, Susan Cain and Amelia Boone
Smailliw.retep
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
This is one of the best podcasts out there. If you're looking for a starter go to the Naval interview Feb 27, 2017 and just listen on repeat. Then subscribe and listen to literally every other one.
Kcc25
5 out of 5 stars
Life Changing
I know that’s a bold statement. But, I find that Shane interviews some of the foremost experts in areas that have direct applicability to my life and the questions and answers are insightful: to the point so I get clear takeaways and the expert answers with enough detail and authority that it truly sticks in my mind and helps update my personal mental models.
Will243567$$$$$
5 out of 5 stars
enjoyed the naval podcast
just started listening because the of the naval podcast, decided to subscribe
mmklearning
5 out of 5 stars
Chris Voss : Well worth your time
Shane does it again. Voss is clear, straightforward and most of all focused on making everyone better at a skill we all need every day: Negotiation. His examples keep this podcast moving and I found many ideas in this that I will use right now. Take the time to listen if you wonder how you can get more out of every interaction because whether we know it or not, we are all negotiating all the time. Great stuff.
Cole-a
5 out of 5 stars
Made for lifelong learners
This podcast is so informative and I enjoy learning about others question the world and build habits to collect knowledge.
Okinawa Salt Cookie
5 out of 5 stars
Practical Wisdom
This podcast shares practical wisdom from leading experts. It is useful.
Dhjfukb
5 out of 5 stars
Podcast on Questioning
Great podcast! What I most enjoyed was the parts about how Berger describes creative time and reactive time and how important it is to separate the two. Also the part of the discussion talking about failure, this was excellent and honest. How and when to analyze your failures and the fact that you can almost always extract some nugget from a failure that will help you in the future. Great job Shane.
Zyggus Jr.
5 out of 5 stars
A hidden gem.
Essential listening for anyone who wants to cultivate, enrich, or expand their intellect. Each episode is stimulating, substantial, and uniquely insightful. Every conversation I have heard warrants several repeat listens. I can’t recommend Farnam Street/The Knowledge Project enough.
Dboduch
5 out of 5 stars
Unique conversations - highly recommend!
Love this podcast! Such great guests and interesting conversations. Highly recommend!
alexdavidkim
5 out of 5 stars
One of my favorite podcasts
Shane is an incredible thinker and teacher. His podcasts are very purposeful and direct with brilliant minds across various fields. Thank you Shane for all that you do.
DerekS19891989314159
5 out of 5 stars
Nuanced, diverse, intelligent interviews
Shane’s brain is so hungry that it ate all his hair.
Mark1981H
5 out of 5 stars
One of the 3 best podcasts if you want to get knowledge
This podcast is for you if you want to learn from smart people. Long and in depth, this is one of the best.
FarnamStreetFan
5 out of 5 stars
Worth your time
Excellent podcast that will motivate you to learn and grow.
Newkid123
5 out of 5 stars
worth spending you time,seriously!
I listen to many podcasts and this one I look forward to the most. It takes on topics that are important to your intellect, since it makes you think and occasionally inspire. What can you do better for yourself if not spend your time on something that is good, high quality and makes you smarter? If this would be a food product, you would eat it every day. Shane, the host, is just amazing in doing what he does. Thank you!
Christmas Pagent
5 out of 5 stars
"Aboot" that Knowledge Project...
Don't miss out on this podcast. Shane's Canadian accent and piercing questions with fabulous guests make this podcast and fun and enriching event on any given day. Enjoy and invest your time for great dividends.
Ravinder matte
5 out of 5 stars
One of my favorite podcast
Best interviews to listen to improve yourself.
timepassport
1 out of 5 stars
No women?
Great list of topics. I find it amazing that 2 out of 22 speakers are women. Does Shane only know men with knowledge? Are 90% of his connections men? Did he hunt hard enough for other women that have 'knowledge?' Felt very monotonous to hear a bunch of white and indian guys give me advice. I guess that's all there is out there.
HappyHulk222
5 out of 5 stars
As always, Shane kills it. BUT...
If you've read anything on Farnam Street, you know the caliber of quality content Shane puts out. This is no different.
K HH
5 out of 5 stars
Such a wonderful compliment to an already great resource
Yet another amazing resource from Shane - hands down one of the most important people/sources for me to improve, learn, and get inspired. Thank you for all the amazing work you do, we're so grateful
Frankieg33
5 out of 5 stars
Extermely Interesting Podcast
This show will challenge you intellectually. Shane gets into very deep discussions with his guests. I loved the Venkatesh Rao and the Chris Dixon episodes. Bring on more thoughtful guests like these!
Bookhoarder_1
5 out of 5 stars
Farnam Street #1 on Bookmarks
I've followed Farnam Street (and Shane Parrish) for a while now and have recently delved into the podcasts. Shane does a superb job of topic choice, discussion, and explanation. I feel like I've learned something new every day (Kaizen method ;)) and share his site and blog as much as possible.
Stellablues85
5 out of 5 stars
Five Stars
I listen to a lot of podcasts during my commute to work. This podcast stands the test of time. Great interviewer, great questions, and great guests.
Worth countless listenings!!
5 out of 5 stars
Challenge your mental paradigms!
Superb venture by Shane Parrish who already hosts the Farnam Street Blog. Through broad, unrestricted interviews with leading thinkers across a variety of sectors, Shane delves into heady topics and reveals the mechanisms of his guests' thinking. Simply fantastic.
Thorzero
5 out of 5 stars
Great Content
I recommend this blog, email, and podcast to everyone I work with. It is a great way to stretch and build your mind. Thank you!
@dobydiesel
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Topics and Guests!
After reading Shane’s writing for years, it’s fun to listen to his voice. The underlying thoughts and ideas behind the podcasts align nicely with the blog and it’s worth it to spend time absorbing just about anything Shane puts out. The guests are the best in the world at what they do and I feel like listening to them gives a new dynamic in how we can learn from them. Love this show, can’t believe I didn’t subscribe earlier!
AyushSharma
5 out of 5 stars
Nudges you to become smarter everyday
Shane's podcast is a treasure trove of knowledge waiting to be tapped.
MARKFROMM
5 out of 5 stars
SOME OF THE BEST THINKING ON INVESTMENTS I’VE EVER HEARD
The interview with Jason Zweig is fascinating on some many levels. Zweig’s comments on the necessary mindsets for investing [and living] well have the finality of a supertanker docking. Along the lines of “go there, do this, it will no longer be a problem and your life will change."
Kennypengliu
5 out of 5 stars
Improved Sound Quality makes a ginormous difference
The sound quality of the first two were/are terrible. It’s great to see that Mr. Parrish and team have cleaned it up for the third installment. No matter the content: if you can’t hear what they’re saying, it’s pointless.
Siobbahn
5 out of 5 stars
Informative Inspiration
A reader of Farnam Street Blog, I’m just discovering the podcast and so glad i have. They're full of great conversation, endless sources of inspiration on a range of topics you are certain to find of interest. Shane Parrish is also quite thorough in how he supports readers/listeners with recaps of sources mentioned in the podcast, and ways to learn more about his guests. Highly recommend as you will definitely learn something and be motivated to delve deeper into areas you may already be familiar.
D. Shepley
5 out of 5 stars
Keep em Coming
Excellent and getting better. I look forward to future guests; both the surprising, inspiring and solidly expected. Thanks Shane!
sm05!
3 out of 5 stars
Needs a transcript
Woah, a ton of great info from a smart interviewer and intelligent guest —> but flying way too fast off the tongue of M. Lombardi to absorb well.
Danielw9
5 out of 5 stars
Great knowledge builder
Shane does a great job on the podcast delivering content that will challenge your thinking and encourage creation of good habits. You won't regret it.
Kent (MC)
5 out of 5 stars
Wisdom accelerated
There are few people who can curate as well as Shane. Such a treat to have his blog and now this podcast!
DCull
4 out of 5 stars
Great 1st Episode!
Really enjoyed the discussion and I'm happy that Shane started a podcast. One note of feedback would be the audio mixing. The left, right mixing was kinda annoying listening on an iPhone.
AutoDog
5 out of 5 stars
Invest in yourself! Listen and learn.
As a big proponent of investing in my own skills and knowledge I consider Farnam Street a great source of ideas, book recommendations, and reasons to reflect. Thanks for continuing in a new medium.
West Coast Audio Learner
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent-what a great way to explore the minds of interesting thinkers.
I really appreciate Shane’s work! The podcast format of the Knowledge Project is a great tool for bringing context to there diverse philosophy of mental models. Look forward to the series!
spencer8642
5 out of 5 stars
Very well done podcast!
This show is unique in that it actually delivers on what others promise. It's interesting and practical in a way that is unobtrusive.
Homersylla
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
Listening and reading Farnam Street....there is no better way to spend chunks of time when you are looking for across disciplines knowledge and life tools.
dsgwondering
5 out of 5 stars
Shane rocks
Love the questions, the Canadian accent and the guest.
Baconlovereric
5 out of 5 stars
Already learning so much -- Shane Parrish does it again!
Being a fan of Farnam Street for a long time, I was really excited for this and it did not disappoint!
Daniel2737
4 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed it!
I was not very familiar with this guest but I enjoyed the podcast. Thank you. May I suggest that you record both left and right for both speakers since it is hard to hear sometimes and a bit annoying on iPhone headset.
ElisaDoucette
5 out of 5 stars
Farnam Street knowledge in a whole new medium
Farnam Street is a site that makes you smarter. Sometimes, without even realizing it. Shane's ability to pull the most salient pieces of information from the books and essays he reads is evident in this new podcast, where his quest for knowledge puts him in front of some of today's greatest thinkers. Great show to listen to, probably best to sit down with a pen & paper to take notes though!
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- #147 Reid Hoffman: Better Decisions, Fewer MistakesFew figures have shaped the way we think about business over the past 20 years more than Reid Hoffman. The co-founder of LinkedIn and former PayPal executive is also a wildly successful venture capitalist, author and podcaster, but he didn’t get to his place as a Silicon Valley giant without making plenty of crucial decisions. On this episode Hoffman discusses lessons learned from decades spent as a hands-on operator and investor, including what he knows about scaling that others miss, the three principles of decision making, how to constantly evolve your learning pattern, and why the best leaders adapt to the crisis at hand. Hoffman is perhaps best known for co-founding the professional networking site LinkedIn, which he started in 2003 and later sold for a reported $26.2 billion to Microsoft in 2016. Prior to founding LinkedIn, Hoffman was one of the first employees at PayPal, where he served as an executive vice president. He is also a partner at the venture capital firm Greylock Partners, an investor in Airbnb, the author of a series of successful business books including Masters of Scale, and the host of the podcast of the same name. Want to hear the entire episode with Reid Hoffman? Become a member today! Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #146 Barbara Tversky: Action Shapes ThoughtMy guest today is acclaimed psychologist and longtime Stanford University professor Barbara Tversky who calls on her nearly 50 years in the field of cognitive psychology for an in-depth discussion about how our minds work. We discuss the Nine Laws of Cognition, why action shapes thought, how the language we use changes what we think, tactics to communicate better on Zoom, why she dove into the work of Leonardo da Vinci, when to use charts and when to avoid them, the importance of perspective taking, learned knowledge vs. earned knowledge, and so much more. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #145 Les Snead: Building a Super Bowl ChampionLA Rams General Manager Les Snead dives deep into some of the strategies that made the Rams a Super Bowl Champion, including assessing character, how to draft the right player, the complicated nature of trading players, how to build a team, hiring the right coach, hidden performance, why it’s so important to be relentlessly curious, and so much more. A native of football-crazed Eufaula, Alabama, Snead served as a graduate assistant at Auburn University before he spent 14 years as an NFL scout for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Atlanta Falcons. He became the Rams’ GM in 2012 and over time built a reputation as an executive willing to make insightful draft picks as well as blockbuster trades, including his move to draft future Hall of Famer Aaron Donald in 2014 and to trade for superstars Von Miller and Matthew Stafford on the way to winning the Super Bowl in February. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #144 Gary Klein: Insights For Making Better DecisionsMy guest today is celebrated research psychologist Gary Klein who has spent nearly 50 years studying how and why people make the decisions they do. We discuss naturalistic decision making, the crucial difference between experience and expertise, why some people stagnate and others progress, Cognitive Flexibility Theory, the role of storytelling, surprising ways to gain insights, fixation errors, cognitive biases, mental models, accelerated learning, and so much more. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #143 Andrew Wilkinson: Building an EmpireMy guest is businessman and investor Andrew Wilkinson, who has made a successful career out of channeling his entrepreneurial spirit, but he knows that sometimes that energy can be a double-edged sword. We discuss the lessons learned acquiring 40 companies, why he struggled to find happiness and what changed, mimetic desire, competing with venture-backed companies, hiring and firing CEOs, getting back up after million dollar mistakes, and so much more. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #142 Marshall Goldsmith: The Essentials Of LeadershipMy guest today is Marshall Goldsmith, one of the world’s leading executive coaches. We discuss the surprising lessons he’s learned coaching some of the best CEOs in the world, where confidence comes from, common mistakes leaders make, why changing behavior is easier than changing perception, how to change others’ perceptions when you change your behavior, the three words that kill any conversation, the relationship between intensity and consistency, and so much more. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #141 Kunal Shah: Core Human MotivationsMy guest is Indian entrepreneur and venture capitalist Kunal Shah who calls on his decades of entrepreneurial experience to discuss what he’s learned about what motivates people, and how observing trends hiding in plain sight has made him a runaway success in business. We also discuss the many cultural differences between India and the West, what he learned growing up in the family business and how he applies it today, observing reality, why he dropped out of an MBA program, strategies for decision-making, and so much more. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #140 TKP Insights: Sex and RelationshipsIn the first of a new series of themed episodes of the podcast, The Knowledge Project curates essential segments from five different past episodes all revolving around one theme: sex and relationships. Combining some of the most illuminating insights from the leading minds in the fields of psychology and sex therapy, this episode breaks down how we first find our mate, the important conversations to have early in a relationship, the different kinds of sex we have, the differences and connections between desire and arousal, and how healthy lines of communication can improve your relationship and make you a better business leader. The guests on this episode are clinical psychologist and couples therapist Dr. Sue Johnson ( Episode 62), psychotherapist Esther Perel ( Episode 71), sex educator and author Emily Nagoski ( Episode 66), psychologist and sex therapist Suzanne Iasenza ( Episode 75), and business leader Kat Cole ( Episode 117). -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #139 Laurie Santos: The Pursuit of HappinessCan you accurately identify what aspects of life make you happy? Would you even know if you found true happiness? Leading psychology professor and happiness expert Laurie Santos dives deep on all the factors that contribute to our happiness, why we spend so much energy pursuing it, some evidence-based methods to boost your happiness, why it’s crucial to protect yourself from unhappy people, and so much more. Santos is a Professor of Psychology and the Head of Silliman College at Yale University. Since 2018 she’s been teaching Psychology and the Good Life, which is one of the most popular courses at Yale and at one point included approximately a quarter of the school’s undergraduates. She has also turned her course into a popular podcast series, The Happiness Lab. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #138 Luke Burgis: The Power of Mimetic DesireIs there really a straight line between you and the things you want in life? Entrepreneur and educator Luke Burgis goes deep on how understanding mimetic desire can help you better connect the dots between where you are now, and where you want to go. Burgis breaks down the theories behind mimetic desire and the teachings of René Girard, why all of our behaviors are imative, why we desire things we don’t need, and why this all leads to missing out on aspects of life that are far more meaningful and valuable. Burgis has co-created and led four companies in wellness, consumer products, and technology. He’s currently Entrepreneur-in-Residence and Director of Programs at the Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship, where he also teaches business at The Catholic University of America. He is also the author of Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #137 Justin Su'a: Peak Mental PerformanceJustin Su'a calls on more than a decade of working with the world’s top athletes to discuss how to improve your mental performance. Su’a explores the strategies you need to be your best mentally with lessons that resonate well beyond the world of sports — including how to connect and build trust, the relationship between consistency and intensity, the fragility of confidence, the difference between success and talent, how to raise the bar of your own performance, and so much more. Su'a has spent the past three years as the Head of Mental Performance for the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball, where he works with players to optimize their mental performance and perform under enormous pressure. He has also worked for the Boston Red Sox as well as the NFL’s Cleveland Browns, and as the Head of Mental Conditioning Department for the IMG Academy, which develops star athletes of the future. He’s also written two books on the subject of developing mental toughness in adolescents. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #136 David Sinclair: Reversing the Aging ProcessBiologist and genetics expert Dr. David Sinclair is out to prove he can live past 100 years old, and he thinks you can too. On this episode Sinclair goes in-depth on the process of aging and the techniques you can incorporate into your life that help you live a longer, healthier life, including optimizing your diet, the benefits of exercise, the role of a positive attitude, the importance of sleep, the three supplements he takes every day, why it’s never too late to slow the process of aging, and so much more. Dr. Sinclair is a professor of genetics and co-director of the Paul F. Glenn Center for Biology of Aging Research at Harvard Medical School, and he is best known for his research on aging, with a focus on epigenetics. He’s been called one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time, and in 2019 he released the New York Times bestselling book, Lifespan: Why We Age – and Why We Don't Have To. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #135 Sarah Jones Simmer: The Foundation of TrustSarah Jones Simmer calls on her years of experience as an advisor, investor, and top-level executive to offer a series of crucial career tips, and discuss how work helped rehabilitate her following a frightening cancer diagnosis. Simmer goes deep on scaling a business, making the right hire for your company, female-led companies, fundraising, setting boundaries, and how she learned to re-focus on the big deals in life. Simmer is the CEO of Found, a company focused on making evidence-based, sustainable weight care for all. She joined the company in September 2021 after serving as the Chief Strategy Officer at Bumble, Inc., the parent company of the wildly popular relationship app. During her time with Bumble she was responsible for core strategy, international growth, marketing initiatives, business operations, and expanding Bumble’s rapidly growing team. She also led the investment strategy for the Bumble Fund, the company’s early-stage investing vehicle. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #134 Balaji Srinivasan: The Network StateBalaji Srinivasan makes a return appearance to The Knowledge Project, this time to go in-depth on Web3, Crypto, and the state of the world today. Srinivasan offers his unfiltered thoughts on the advantages and disadvantages of established democracies, the Russia-Ukraine situation, housing as an investment, education, legacy wealth, and which country he would bet on to dominate the future. Srinivasan is the former CTO of Coinbase and General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, and is an early investor in many successful tech companies and crypto protocols. He is also the author of the book The Network State: How To Start a New Country, set for release July 4, 2022. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #133 Andrew Huberman: The Science of Small ChangesLeading neuroscientist and Stanford University School of Medicine professor Dr. Andrew Huberman goes in-depth on how small behaviors can make a huge impact on your health. Dr. Huberman offers essential insights into how light affects your sleep and your energy levels, which supplements actually work, tips to control bad impulses, exercises to slow the aging process, and so much more. Dr. Huberman has made numerous significant contributions to the fields of brain development, brain function and neural plasticity, which is the ability of our nervous system to rewire and learn new behaviors, skills and cognitive functioning. Huberman is a McKnight Foundation and Pew Foundation Fellow and was awarded the Cogan Award in 2017, given to the scientist making the most significant discoveries in the study of vision. His lab’s most recent work focuses on the influence of vision and respiration on human performance and brain states, such as fear and courage. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #132 Ret. Gen. Stanley McChrystal - The Essence of LeadershipRetired United States Army General Stanley McChrystal calls on more than three decades of military experience to discuss the fundamental tenets of leadership, and practical advice for taking calculated risks and making important decisions. This wide-ranging conversation includes insights on mitigating risk, making decisions under uncertainty, why civilian leadership is tougher than military leadership, developing mental toughness, teaching discipline, and so much more. A veteran of four U.S. wars in the Middle East, McChrystal was a four-star general best known for his command of Joint Special Operations Command from 2003-08, when he oversaw special operations in both Iraq and Afghanistan. His troops were responsible for both the capture of Saddam Hussein in 2003 and the 2006 death of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, the leader of Al-Qaeda in Iraq. After retiring from the military in 2010 he joined Yale University as a Jackson Institute for Global Affairs senior fellow, and in 2011 he founded a consultancy firm, McChrystal Group, which helps organizations tap into human potential in service of stronger business outcomes. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #131 Matthew Walker: The Power of SleepRenowned sleep scientist Matthew Walker discusses everything you need to know about what a better night’s sleep can do for your life, and how to prioritize and perfect the way you sleep. Walker breaks down how to identify when you need more sleep, how to deal with insomnia, the best devices to track your sleep, and some unconventional sleep hygiene tips, including why it’s never a good idea to count sheep. Walker is a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California-Berkeley, and is also the founder and director of the Center for Human Sleep Science. He has published over 100 scientific research studies on the impact of sleep on human brain function, and he is the author of the 2017 book, Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #130 Diana Chapman: Trusting Your InstinctsAcclaimed leadership advisor Diana Chapman offers a masterclass in changing the way you respond to challenges, understanding where you are in the drama triangle so you can eliminate drama, and the power of the whole body yes. You’ll walk away from this episode a better leader, partner, and parent. Chapman is a co-founder of The Conscious Leadership Group and has served as an advisor to more than 1,000 exceptional leaders and their teams. She also co-authored the best-selling book The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success, in 2015. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #129 Marc Andreessen: Interview with an IconSilicon Valley icon Marc Andreessen explores investing, decision making, and the art of solving unsolvable problems. In this discussion, Andreessen reveals why the Internet has become the conduit for some people to disrupt traditional power structures and for others to enforce them, optimistic and pessimistic scenarios for the future of the Internet, assessing judgment, and the book he turns to for insight. Andreessen is a co-founder and general partner at the venture-capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, and has invested in companies such as Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Skype, among others. He co-created the highly influential Mosaic internet browser and co-founded Netscape, and has been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time. The books recommended by Marc Andreessen in this episode are: The WEIRDest People in the World, by Joseph Henrich The Machiavellians: Defenders of Freedom, by James Burnham The Revolt of The Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium, by Martin Gurri The Ancient City, by Numa Denis Fustel De Coulanges -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #128 Ryan Holiday: A Stoic LifeStoic philosopher and author Ryan Holiday shows us how to use the ancient philosophy to calm our mind and create a foundation for lasting success. Listen as Holiday takes us behind the scenes, revealing how he not only reads books and what he looks for, but his process for writing and retaining information he can later put to use. He also discusses what he writes and reads, why he journals, and the four virtues of Stoicism. Holiday is a New York Times bestselling author. He has written a combined 10 books, covering both the fundamentals of Stoicism as well as key elements of modern-day marketing and media, and his books have sold more than 2 million copies in 30 languages. His most recent release is entitled Courage is Calling. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #127 Best of 2021: Conversations of the YearThe Knowledge Project closes 2021 with a look back at some of the best conversations of the year. Featuring interviews from 10 of the most downloaded and acclaimed episodes of 2021, this collection of conversations offers a variety of insights into how to make crucial decisions, how to spark creativity, the best ways to avoid distraction, how to deal with loneliness, what traits to look for in a leader, the value of re-thinking your position, the importance of personal relationships, and much more. Guests on this episode include: business leader Kat Cole, NBA basketball player Chris Bosh, loneliness expert Noreena Hertz, organizational psychologist Adam Grant, NASA astrophysicist Thomas Zurbuchen, video game expert Jane McGonigal, author Nir Eyal, author and entrepreneur Seth Godin, psychologist Angela Duckworth, and business expert Jim Collins. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #126 Nancy Sherman: Soldiers and StoicsWhat can we learn from the intersection between the fundamental tenets of Stoicism and military heroism? Author and professor Nancy Sherman uses her extensive experience in both subjects to discuss why there’s much to gain from examining ancient Greek and Roman philosophies and how to use their teachings today. On this episode Sherman explores how to gain control of your emotions, Stoic techniques for decision making, building resilience, the difference between honor and virtue, and much more. Sherman is a Distinguished University Professor and Professor of Philosophy at Georgetown University, and she is also the inaugural Distinguished Chair in Ethics at the United States Naval Academy. She has written extensively during her career on the Stoics, and her most recent book is Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #125 Paul Rabil: Confidence and CompetitionPaul Rabil knows what it takes to reach the top in both sports and business. In this episode, he teaches us the mindsets to succeed, where confidence comes from, and even tells us about the time Bill Belichick recruited him to play in the NFL. Rabil spent 14 years as a professional lacrosse player in the United States and in 2019 co-founded the Premier Lacrosse League, where he played for the final three seasons of his career before retiring in 2021. He was a 10-time All-Star in Major League Lacrosse, where he also won two league titles. He also won two World Lacrosse Championship gold medals. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #124 Douglas Rushkoff: The Perils of Modern MediaDouglas Rushkoff is obsessed with technology and how it impacts our lives. In this interview, he offers insight into how we shape and are shaped by technology, what’s happening with mainstream media, and some tips on remaining sane online. Rushkoff is an author, professor, and documentarian who focuses on the ways people, culture, and institutions create, share and influence each other's values. He is the author of 17 books including the 2019 release Team Human, and he is a Professor of Media Theory and Digital Economics at CUNY/Queens. -- Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, searchable transcripts, member-only episodes, and more. Sign up at: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
- #123 William Irvine: How To Live a Stoic LifeAuthor and philosophy professor William Irvine goes in-depth on Stoicism, and why the fundamental tenets of this ancient philosophy can provide answers to some of the toughest problems in today’s society. On this episode Irvine offers a definition and some useful background on Stoicism and its origins, the original Stoics, their thoughts on failure, their advice on decision making, and how we can train ourselves to be more stoic. Irvine has written seven books including the wildly popular 2008 release A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy, and the 2019 follow-up, The Stoic Challenge: A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient. Irvine also teaches philosophy and logic courses at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, searchable transcripts, member-only episodes, and more. Sign up at: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish0 comments0
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