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    #747: Seth Godin and Dr. Sue Johnson

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    What makes The League app different from other dating apps?
    How does The League facilitate finding compatible matches?
    What role do 'hold me tight' conversations play in relationships?
    How can parents enhance their children's problem-solving skills?
    Why is emotional connection important for relationship health?

    Podcast Summary

    • League app featuresThe League app's features like multi-city dating, LinkedIn verified profiles, ability to block certain people, and search by interests make it more efficient and effective for users to find compatible matches based on interests and preferences, increasing the chances of successful connections.

      The League dating app offers a more efficient and effective dating experience compared to other apps, thanks to its features like multi-city dating, LinkedIn verified profiles, ability to block certain people, and search by interests. These features help users find compatible matches based on more than just looks, saving time and increasing the chances of successful connections. Additionally, the app caters to specific preferences, such as those who love skiing or snowboarding, making it easier for users to find potential partners who share their interests. Overall, the League offers a more targeted and streamlined dating experience, making it a valuable tool for those looking for meaningful connections.

    • Commitment rulesClear commitment rules help maintain focus on goals and prevent overextension, while being selective and proactive allows for making a difference

      Having clear rules for commitments, such as speaking engagements, helps maintain focus on one's mission and prevent overextension. The speaker in this conversation emphasizes the importance of considering the impact of each opportunity on one's goals and the potential to make a difference. They also mention the value of being selective and not spreading resources too thin. Additionally, the speaker highlights the importance of being proactive in making changes instead of reacting to external circumstances. The daily blogging practice is an example of this mindset in action, allowing for consistent output and connection with an audience.

    • Writing processes and creativityFind what works best for you in overcoming writer's block and generating ideas, and persist or pivot based on the nature of your business or role.

      Writing and creativity require different processes for everyone, and it's essential to find what works best for you. Some writers may have elaborate mental warm-ups, while others write when they're angry or tired. The tools or methods used, such as a favorite pencil or a specific time of day, don't necessarily determine the quality of the work. Instead, the focus should be on finding ways to overcome writer's block and generate ideas. Another key takeaway is the importance of knowing when to persist with an idea and when to pivot. Entrepreneurs and freelancers face different challenges, and understanding the nature of your business and your role within it can help clarify the decision-making process. Ultimately, the most important thing is to keep experimenting, learning, and adapting to find what works best for you.

    • Authentic MarketingFocus on sharing message with trusted audience, create meaningful work, consider relationship with money, prioritize authenticity and genuine connections

      Effective marketing isn't about reaching a large number of people indiscriminately, but rather about sharing your message with those who already trust and value you. The speaker emphasizes the importance of focusing on creating meaningful work rather than increasing productivity or efficiency for its own sake. He also encourages individuals to consider their relationship with money and what they truly value, rather than being swayed by external measures of success. Additionally, the speaker shares his personal experiences of turning down opportunities that didn't align with his goals or values. Overall, the message is to prioritize authenticity, focus on building genuine connections, and make decisions based on what truly matters to you.

    • Parental Role in Instilling Essential SkillsParents should take an active role in teaching kids essential skills like leadership and problem-solving through homeschooling, activities, and meaningful interactions.

      Parents have a crucial role in preparing their kids for the future by teaching them essential skills like leadership and problem-solving. Traditional education systems may not fully equip children for this, so parents should take an active role in their children's learning outside of school hours. Homeschooling or engaging in activities that challenge kids to think critically and creatively are effective ways to instill these skills. Additionally, parents should prioritize meaningful interactions with their children, as these moments can lead to valuable learning experiences and stronger bonds. The importance of real-life problem-solving and open communication cannot be overstated, as they will help children navigate the complexities of the world and become resilient, self-sufficient individuals.

    • Emotionally Focused TherapyEmotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) enhances marital satisfaction, creates secure bonds, reduces depression, anxiety, and aids trauma recovery, and changes brain activity in response to stress when with a secure partner

      Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) has shown significant success in improving marital satisfaction and creating more secure bonds between distressed couples. Research defines success using measures such as marital adjustment scales and observational measures of couple interactions. EFT has been shown to lead to decreases in depression, anxiety, and better trauma recovery. The therapy has even been linked to changes in brain activity, specifically in the way the brain responds to stress when in the presence of a secure partner. Overall, EFT offers a promising solution for couples seeking to improve their relationships and find greater connection and security with one another.

    • Hold me tight conversationA vulnerable and open dialogue where each person shares their needs and fears strengthens the bond between two people, leading to improved relationships and overall well-being.

      Love and connection are essential for survival and thrive, and they are deeply rooted in our ancient survival code. The bond between two people can be strengthened through a "hold me tight conversation," a vulnerable and open dialogue where each person shares their needs and fears, pulling the other person closer. This conversation is a dance that many adults have never seen or experienced before, especially not with their parents or previous lovers. It involves acknowledging and expressing one's own emotions and needs, taking the risk to reach out to the other person, and creating a safe and trusting environment where both individuals can be emotionally present and responsive to each other. This type of conversation is innately rewarding and creates joy, leading to improved relationships and overall well-being.

    • Hold me tight conversationsEmotionally vulnerable conversations can lead to better communication, increased trust, and improved relationship functioning, predicting positive outcomes in various areas of life.

      Emotional connection and vulnerability are essential for human growth and relationship health. Attachment science highlights that emotional isolation is toxic and can lead to negative patterns in relationships. The "hold me tight" conversations, which help individuals feel seen, accepted, and held, are a powerful tool for creating bondedness and counteracting historical tendencies towards isolation. These conversations can lead to better communication, increased trust, and overall improved relationship functioning. They also predict positive outcomes in various areas of life, including emotional well-being, sexual satisfaction, and secure bonding. For those who have experienced trauma or feel unable to open up, starting with an understanding of the negative patterns and creating a safe space for vulnerability can be the first step towards growth and connection.

    • Attachment Science, ParentingAttachment science explains our need for connection, reveals fear of rejection/abandonment stems from long-term vulnerability as species. Secure attachment for children requires emotional balance and responsiveness, not constant contact or rigid rules. Avoid sleep training as it may teach children their cries go unanswered.

      Attachment science reveals that humans are interdependent beings wired for connection, and our fear of rejection and abandonment stems from our long-term vulnerability as a species. The power of attachment science lies in its ability to link our biology and social interaction patterns, providing a map to understanding and improving love relationships. When it comes to parenting, emotional balance and responsiveness are key to creating secure attachment for children, without the need for constant contact or rigid rules. While sleep training may seem logical, it can inadvertently teach children that their cries go unanswered, a potentially harmful lesson. Instead, focus on building a strong couple relationship and being emotionally available to your children.

    • Emotional connection in parentingSupporting emotional connection is crucial for healthy child development, and micro interventions from Rogerian models of therapy can help individuals process and manage emotions, while societal support like longer parental leaves and accommodations for working parents is necessary.

      Parenting is a challenging journey filled with constant adjustments as children grow and develop. The speaker emphasizes the importance of supporting parents and families, as attachment science has shown that emotional connection is crucial for healthy child development. Micro interventions from Rogerian models of therapy, such as evocative questions, can help individuals process and understand their emotions, making them more manageable. The speaker also highlights the need for societal support for parents, including longer parental leaves and accommodations for working parents. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of prioritizing emotional connection and support in both personal and societal contexts.

    • Emotional experiences and relationshipsExploring past relationships through EFT helps process unmet emotional needs and expand emotional vocabulary, while attachment science offers a map to emotional needs and vulnerabilities.

      Our emotional experiences are shaped by our inner representations and relationships with significant figures from our past. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps individuals explore these relationships through evocative questions and reflections, allowing them to process unmet emotional needs and expand their emotional vocabulary. Attachment science provides a map to our emotional needs and vulnerabilities, helping us understand and communicate our feelings more effectively. Even when we struggle to identify bodily sensations, the specific context of our emotional experiences can guide our exploration and growth. By staying present and curious, we can help ourselves and others move beyond limiting beliefs and expand our emotional resources.

    • Attachment theory in EFT therapyUnderstanding attachment theory in EFT therapy can help couples navigate relationship issues by recognizing moves like upping the ante, identifying underlying emotions, and fostering secure attachment for emotional balance and better conflict resolution skills. Winston Churchill's bond with his wife serves as an example of secure attachment leading to strength and security.

      Attachment theory, as applied in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) therapy, provides a map to understanding our vulnerabilities and emotions in relationships. It helps us navigate the dance of love by recognizing the main moves, such as leading, following, shutting down, or upping the ante. Upping the ante is a move where one partner pushes the other to respond, often leading to disconnection and more problems. Instead, EFT therapists help couples identify the underlying threats and emotions beneath anger and other negative reactions, and work through them with empathy and understanding. The goal is to foster secure attachment, which leads to emotional balance and better conflict resolution skills. A notable historical figure who exemplified this was Winston Churchill, despite his challenging childhood relationships. His bond with his wife served as a source of strength and security throughout his life. For those interested in learning more about attachment theory and its application in therapy, "The Last Lion," a three-volume biography of Winston Churchill, is a recommended resource.

    • Emotional connection, authenticityEmotional connection and authenticity are crucial for personal growth and successful relationships. Historical figure Winston Churchill exemplified these traits through courage, honesty, and unwavering passion. Attunement, synchrony, and the ability to respond to others are required in various pursuits, such as attachment science and tango dancing.

      Emotional connection and authenticity are essential for personal growth and successful relationships. The speakers, who have different areas of expertise, share the belief that emotional isolation is traumatizing and that sensitivity is a strength. Winston Churchill, a historical figure admired by one of the speakers, exemplifies this idea through his courage, honesty, and unwavering passion, even in the face of rejection. The speakers also find parallels between their personal pursuits, such as attachment science and tango dancing, which require attunement, synchrony, and the ability to respond to and tune into others. Ultimately, the importance of authenticity, courage, and emotional connection in personal growth and relationships transcends different fields and historical contexts.

    • Human connectionDeep connections thrive on synchrony and vulnerability, whether through dance or relationships. Creating a safe environment to discuss needs and desires can strengthen emotional bonds and improve overall well-being.

      Human connection, whether it's through dance like tango or intimate relationships, thrives on synchrony and vulnerability. In the case of tango, dancers create a deep connection through subtle cues and improvisation, even on the first dance together. Similarly, in relationships, couples can rekindle their passion by creating a safe environment to discuss their needs and desires, acknowledging the differences between male and female sexuality, and focusing on the emotional connection rather than just the physical act. Ultimately, our nervous systems respond positively to these connections, providing a sense of belonging, safety, and joy.

    • Sexual Approaches for Men and WomenEffective communication, understanding, and acceptance of different sexual approaches for men and women are crucial for maintaining a healthy and satisfying sexual relationship. Emotional connection and safety are important for women, while physical drive is common for men. Novelty and passion can also contribute, but long-term relationships with emotional engagement are often the most fulfilling.

      Women and men have different approaches to sexual desire and arousal. Women often require emotional connection and safety before feeling aroused, while men may be more physically driven. Effective communication, understanding, and acceptance of these differences are crucial for maintaining a healthy and satisfying sexual relationship. Novelty and passion can also play a role, but the most fulfilling sexual experiences often come from safe, long-term relationships where both partners feel comfortable expressing their needs and desires. Additionally, addressing any underlying emotional issues and fostering emotional engagement can help reignite passion and desire in a relationship.

    • Emotional connection, sex relationshipEmotional bond is essential for a healthy and satisfying sexual relationship, and neglecting it can make it difficult to be physiologically responsive. The Hold Me Tight program helps couples reconnect emotionally to improve their sex lives.

      Emotional connection and openness are crucial for a healthy and satisfying sexual relationship. When people neglect their emotional bond due to work, parenting, or other responsibilities, they may find it difficult to be physiologically responsive. The Hold Me Tight online program, developed by Dr. Sue Johnson, aims to help couples reconnect emotionally and improve their sex lives through exercises, conversations, and educational resources. Dr. Johnson was inspired by the need to share relationship science and create more loving, cooperative relationships. Her personal experience of witnessing the destructive impact of a failing marriage on her father fueled her dedication to this cause.

    • Tools for building relationshipsDespite growing despair towards relationships and monogamy, resources and tools exist to help individuals build and strengthen bonds. Actively seeking them out can lead to meaningful connections and personal growth.

      Despite the growing despair and skepticism towards relationships and monogamy, there is hope and tools available to help individuals build and strengthen their bonds. The speaker emphasizes the importance of actively seeking out these resources and not giving up on the idea of love. She shares her personal experience of creating programs and resources to help people find and build meaningful relationships. The conversation highlights the need for connection and the potential for growth and improvement in relationships, even in a world where more and more people are living alone. The speaker's work and the tools she offers aim to provide a way forward for those seeking to improve their relationships and find the love they desire.

    • The League's unique featuresThe League offers unique features like multi-city dating, LinkedIn verified profiles, personal concierge, daily speed dating sessions, and caters to specific preferences and needs, helping users find meaningful connections.

      The League dating app offers unique features that cater to specific preferences and needs, making it an attractive option for those seeking meaningful connections. Some standout features include multi-city dating, LinkedIn verified profiles, and a personal concierge. Users can search for potential matches based on interests and location, and can even specify who they want to hide their profile from. The app also offers daily speed dating sessions for more efficient and effective matchmaking. The speaker, Tim, shared his preferences for a partner, including education level, hobbies, personality traits, and physical attributes. He also mentioned the importance of finding someone who is athletic and loves to read. The League's focus on quality matches, rather than just appearances, resonated with Tim and made him excited to sponsor the podcast and share his profile. Overall, The League's innovative approach to online dating and its commitment to helping users find meaningful connections sets it apart from other apps. If you're looking for a more intentional and efficient dating experience, consider downloading The League today on iOS or Android.

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    #763: Margaret Atwood and Boyd Varty

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.

    The episode features segments from episode #573 "Margaret Atwood — A Living Legend on Creative Process, The Handmaid’s Tale, Being a Mercenary Child, Resisting Labels, the Poet Rug Exchange, Liminal Beings, Burning Questions, Practical Utopias, and More" and #571 "Boyd Varty — The Lion Tracker’s Guide to Life."

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    Timestamps:

    [00:00] Start

    [05:11] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [06:14] Enter Margaret Atwood.

    [06:48] What drives Margaret's ability to craft engaging speculative fiction?

    [10:52] The downsides of raising a family isolated in the woods.

    [15:44] Factors that nudged young Margaret toward poetry.

    [21:54] How limited options led Margaret to her current vocation.

    [24:07] How long it took for writing to pay off, and its benefits in the meantime.

    [30:34] Life lessons learned by teaching.

    [34:18] Enter Boyd Varty.

    [34:42] Setting the scene.

    [37:00] Origins of Londolozi Game Reserve and Boyd's childhood influences.

    [39:17] Why Boyd's family kept the seemingly useless property.

    [41:23] Boyd's experiences with The White Knuckle Charter Company.

    [50:00] Transforming scrubland into a safari business with help from Ken Tinley and Shangaan trackers.

    [56:04] Shangaan trackers' lineage and wildlife trust in Londolozi's caretakers.

    [59:46] Renias Mhlongo's supreme tracking skills and work ethic.

    [1:05:18] Hardest animals to track at Londolozi.

    [1:08:30] Safety measures in Londolozi's unpredictable environment.

    [1:10:21] "I don't know where we're going, but I know exactly how to get there." —Renias Mhlongo

    [1:12:26] Boyd's tracking evolution: from childhood to trauma recovery.

    [1:30:30] Definition of Ubuntu.

    [1:32:40] Boyd's 40-day tree-dwelling experience.

    [1:45:47] Bees, birds, and hive algorithms.

    [1:57:07] Interacting with lions in the wild.

    [2:01:41] Death conversations, ancient myths, and inexplicable animal movements.

    [2:07:30] Comparing trauma recovery paths within Boyd's family.

    [2:11:08] Ceremony work for trauma healing.

    [2:14:06] An authentic life as activism.

    [2:19:27] The impact of Byron Katie's Work on Boyd and me.

    [2:23:55] Boyd's first sweat lodge experience in Arizona.

    [2:29:18] Feelings. Nothing more than feelings.

    [2:31:48] What a close encounter with a beautiful predator taught Boyd about Ubuntu.

    [2:40:53] The therapeutic value of spending time with animals.

    [2:45:22] Contrasting lion roar descriptions: van der Post vs. Boyd.

    [2:49:40] Invitation to Londolozi and parting thoughts.

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    #762: Coach George Raveling and Claire Hughes Johnson

    #762: Coach George Raveling and Claire Hughes Johnson

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.

    The episode features segments from episode #332 "Coach George Raveling — A Legend on Sports, Business, and The Great Game of Life" and #724 "Claire Hughes Johnson — How to Take Responsibility for Your Life, Create Rules That Work, Stop Being a Victim, Set Strong Boundaries, and More."

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    Timestamps:

    [00:00] Start

    [05:14] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [06:17] Enter George Raveling.

    [06:48] The most important conversation is the one you have with yourself.

    [09:03] The only two choices George has when he gets out of bed in the morning

    [11:13] A personal audit once per week.

    [11:40] Retirement at 80?

    [12:10] George's controversial collection.

    [14:50] George's less controversial collections.

    [15:44] Relationships as a privilege.

    [17:28] Most of George’s best friendships started by mistake.

    [18:20] The importance of maintaining friendships with younger people.

    [19:22] Relationships as a patnership.

    [19:52] A voracious reading habit.

    [23:28] How George selects his next book.

    [25:17] How George continues to grow in his 80s.

    [29:09] Recommended reading.

    [30:42] Kindness as an opportunity.

    [33:32] The 1984 Olympics.

    [37:32] Enter Claire Hughes Johnson.

    [37:54] Say the thing you think you cannot say.

    [43:26] Detoxifying your left-hand column.

    [51:11] Victim versus player.

    [58:43] Recommended reading.

    [1:05:32] The case for reading fiction.

    [1:12:57] Crafting a working-with-me document.

    [1:20:47] Make the implicit explicit.

    [1:26:07] An Irish Goodbye.

    [1:27:13] Email policies.

    [1:32:37] Renegotiating the terms of expectations.

    [1:34:41] Listening for the quiet no.

    [1:37:06] Money versus time.

    [1:38:53] Good rules can be liberating.

    [1:41:39] Leadership and disappointment.

    [1:46:38] Renegotiating past disappointment.

    [2:05:45] Asking a question versus stating an opinion.

    [2:09:37] Training wheels for a "no."

    [2:11:06] Time, talent, treasure, and testimony.

    [2:15:16] Spotting bad apples while hiring.

    [2:17:16] If you're not self-aware, how would you know?

    [2:20:01] Work style assessments for self-awareness building.

    [2:27:17] Paragons of no.

    [2:29:30] No more boards.

    [2:33:37] Pushers and pullers.

    [2:40:32] Parting thoughts.

    *

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    #761: General Stanley McChrystal and Liv Boeree

    #761: General Stanley McChrystal and Liv Boeree

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.

    The episode features segments from episode #86 "General Stan McChrystal on Eating One Meal Per Day, Special Ops, and Mental Toughness" and #611 "Liv Boeree, Poker and Life — Core Strategies, Turning $500 into $1.7M, Cage Dancing, Game Theory, and Metaphysical Curiosities"

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    Timestamps:

    [00:00] Start

    [05:57] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [07:01] Enter General Stanley McChrystal.

    [07:24] One meal a day.

    [08:52] Daily exercise routines and their importance.

    [14:04] The book most gifted.

    [15:15] A major course correction at West Point.

    [19:33] Vetting, selecting, and educating candidates for combat.

    [21:41] "No-win" leadership roleplaying.

    [25:21] Underrated military leaders.

    [27:17] Audiobooks.

    [29:13] What books make Stan's reading list?

    [30:29] Hopeless dilemmas and managing self-talk in high-pressure environments.

    [37:09] Enter Liv Boeree.

    [37:35] Youthful obsessions.

    [42:04] How poker entered the picture.

    [49:45] The qualities that made Liv excel at poker from the start.

    [55:55] Liv's advice to a newcomer wanting to learn poker.

    [1:04:54] What Liv's eight-week poker education curriculum might look like.

    [1:11:31] Failure points that might discourage someone during this curriculum.

    [1:13:35] Red mist, white noise, and fast math.

    [1:19:37] Volcano-induced tournament participation and self-regulation.

    [1:28:27] A skeptic's experiences with the unexplainable.

    [1:44:19] How does Liv rationally coexist with these experiences?

    [1:48:09] How to become a better skeptic.

    [1:54:18] Inadequate Equilibria and Moloch.

    [1:59:14] Parting thoughts.

    *

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    #760: Robert Rodriguez and Susan Cain

    #760: Robert Rodriguez and Susan Cain

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.

    The episode features segments from episode #98 "The 'Wizard' of Hollywood, Robert Rodriguez" and #358 "Susan Cain — How to Overcome Fear and Embrace Creativity."

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    Timestamps:

    [00:00] Start

    [06:08] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [07:12] Enter Robert Rodriguez.

    [07:39] Journaling as a crucial component of personal and professional life.

    [15:01] Keeping crew morale high during a project.

    [16:16] The magic that happens when creativity truly clicks.

    [20:47] How applied creativity dissolves the separation between work and play.

    [23:01] The legendary financing of El Mariachi.

    [25:56] From Bedhead to an unexpected big break.

    [30:57] Overcoming budgetary and technological constraints.

    [34:54] Maintaining momentum when lack of resources is no longer a creative driver.

    [39:33] Enter Susan Cain.

    [40:04] What initiated Susan’s lifelong fear of public speaking?

    [43:09] How Susan's TED Talk opportunity arose, and its initial reception.

    [44:06] Introvert strategies for group dinners.

    [46:45] Reflecting on my sixth-grade self.

    [47:58] How Susan overcame her fear of public speaking.

    [50:35] Even seasoned speakers get nervous before TED Talks.

    [52:15] Susan's progression to becoming a global public speaker.

    [54:08] Common traits of effective teachers and coaches.

    [55:45] Susan's pre-speaking engagement rituals.

    [57:16] Public speaking as a skill multiplier.

    [57:57] How Toastmasters and chihuahuas helped me overcome speaking fears.

    [1:00:50] Preparation for my own TED Talk.

    [1:02:21] Adam Grant's crucial pre-TED assistance.

    [1:04:00] The importance of rehearsing before live audiences.

    [1:04:49] My current level of nervousness before public speaking.

    [1:07:36] Time pressure in TED Talks.

    [1:08:51] Public speaking as a force multiplier and therapy.

    [1:11:32] Susan's techniques for relieving worry.

    [1:12:57] Susan's transition from law to writing.

    [1:16:07] Necessity vs. creativity in making a living.

    [1:18:10] Susan's timeline and process for writing her first book.

    [1:20:20] Susan's current writing process.

    [1:21:05] Susan's note-taking and organization.

    [1:24:16] Preferences for writing software.

    [1:26:19] Susan's enjoyment of the writing process.

    [1:27:05] Susan's preferred writing time.

    [1:28:07] Susan's writing schedule and break routine.

    [1:29:49] Night vs. morning writing and procrastination tactics.

    [1:31:51] Recommended books and resources on writing.

    [1:35:26] Serendipitous meetings that enabled first books.

    [1:40:16] Distinguishing introversion from shyness.

    [1:44:02] Books Susan frequently gifts.

    [1:45:09] My first meeting with Sam Harris.

    [1:47:37] Experiences with loving-kindness meditation.

    [1:49:24] Comparative effects of different meditation types.

    [1:55:35] Susan's billboard.

    [1:56:45] Advice for deep connection with others.

    [1:57:33] Susan's love for bittersweet music.

    [1:59:44] Parting thoughts.

    *

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    #759: Nassim Nicholas Taleb and Todd McFarlane

    #759: Nassim Nicholas Taleb and Todd McFarlane

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.

    The episode features segments from episode #691 "Nassim Nicholas Taleb & Scott Patterson — How Traders Make Billions in The New Age of Crisis, Defending Against Silent Risks, Personal Independence, Skepticism Where It (Really) Counts, The Bishop and The Economist, and Much More" and #639 "Todd McFarlane, Legendary Comic Book Artist — How to Make Iconic Art, Reinvent Spider-Man, Live Life on Your Own Terms, and Meet Every Deadline"

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    Timestamps:

    [04:51] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [05:54] Enter Nassim Nicholas Taleb and Scott Patterson.

    [06:32] The joy of writing a preemptive resignation letter.

    [07:13] Developing resilience against criticism.

    [10:04] Nassim: contrarian, or simply independent?

    [12:27] Jiving with skeptical turkeys.

    [17:21] Persisting through the polycrisis.

    [19:18] Introducing the precautionary principle.

    [21:37] Nassim's preferred legacy.

    [23:50] Precautionary principle 101.

    [25:14] Fat tails, thin tails, the COVID vaccine, and GMOs.

    [32:51] Enter Todd McFarlane.

    [33:21] Baseball.

    [38:46] Rejection letters.

    [42:38] Compelling storytelling and meeting deadlines.

    [45:46] Deadlines pre-Internet vs. deadlines today.

    [48:36] How industry status quo led to the founding of Image Comic Books.

    [1:00:30] The Comics Code and the last straw.

    [1:06:52] The Marvel Dream Team exodus.

    [1:25:13] How is Todd's camel bladder a competitive advantage?

    [1:31:02] Career bouncing and double-shifting as a penciler and inker.

    [1:49:08] The happy accident of Venom.

    [1:55:46] De-Rockwelling the company icon and inventing "spaghetti webbing."

    [2:03:31] Bucking the status quo to become the status quo.

    [2:07:13] Parting thoughts and a promise for round two.

    *

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    #758: Jamie Foxx and Jacqueline Novogratz

    #758: Jamie Foxx and Jacqueline Novogratz

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #124 "Jamie Foxx on Workout Routines, Success Habits, and Untold Hollywood Stories" and #514 "Jacqueline Novogratz on Building Acumen, How to (Actually) Change the World, Speaking Your Truth, and the Incredible Power of 'Dumb' Questions"

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    Timestamps:

    [06:50] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [07:53] Enter Jamie Foxx.

    [08:19] When Jamie met Kanye West.

    [10:58] Why Jamie considers his studio magical.

    [13:32] When Jamie met Ed Sheeran.

    [15:00] What's on the other side of fear?

    [16:53] Making impressions.

    [22:15] How Eric Marlon Bishop became Jamie Foxx.

    [24:49] Overcoming fear at open mics.

    [26:12] Could Prince or Michael Jackson find a career break in today’s "Age of Memes?"

    [27:49] How Jamie learned to read the room.

    [33:27] Why do some comedians lose the ability to make people laugh?

    [39:04] Enter Jacqueline Novogratz.

    [39:37] Jacqueline's background and siblings' accomplishments.

    [42:06] Jacqueline's journey into social impact investing.

    [45:15] An early banking career and reputation for asking tough questions.

    [48:36] A tendency to champion underdogs.

    [53:18] From banker to disruptor.

    [1:00:04] Jacqueline's first opportunity in her new path.

    [1:05:28] Failures, small wins, and perseverance.

    [1:09:21] Jacqueline's first real win in Rwanda.

    [1:13:37] The path between Rwanda and founding Acumen.

    [1:16:06] Jacqueline's reasons for applying to Stanford Business School.

    [1:18:10] How the Rwanda genocide redefined poverty for Jacqueline.

    [1:20:42] Lessons Jacqueline learned about human nature from the genocide.

    [1:26:25] Acumen's three main functions and naming process.

    [1:29:12] The quantification of impact investment through Lean Data.

    [1:37:28] Alternative names for Acumen that got left on the cutting room floor.

    [1:40:43] The concept of moral imagination.

    [1:44:55] An early win at Acumen.

    [1:50:43] Advice for young people aspiring to create positive change.

    [1:53:20] The benefits of committing to something larger than oneself.

    [1:56:10] Characteristics of a good mentor.

    [1:59:36] Book recommendations.

    [2:02:48] Advice for impact investors at various levels.

    [2:09:20] Next steps for investors to start making a difference.

    [2:14:00] Jacqueline's authenticity.

    [2:17:07] A taste of potential topics for a future round two.

    [2:20:55] Parting thoughts.

    *

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    #757: Matthew McConaughey and Aisha Tyler

    #757: Matthew McConaughey and Aisha Tyler

    This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #474 "Matthew McConaughey — The Power of 'No, Thank You,' Key Life Lessons, 30+ Years of Diary Notes, and The Art of Catching Greenlights" and #327 "Aisha Tyler — How to Use Pain, Comedy, and Practice for Creativity."

    Please enjoy!

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    Timestamps:

    [04:58] Notes about this supercombo format.

    [05:51] Enter Matthew McConaughey.

    [06:19] The words forbidden in Matthew's house growing up.

    [08:58] The book that changed the course of Matthew's life.

    [17:27] Matthew's 10 goals in life (circa 1992).

    [22:20] Why take more risks?

    [26:04] The evolving purpose of keeping a diary.

    [29:48] The art of running downhill.

    [33:56] Learning to say "No" to rom-com typecasting.

    [47:50] Enter Aisha Tyler.

    [48:19] Aisha's role in The Tim Ferriss Show's existence.

    [49:43] Aisha's trademark podcast question.

    [51:06] Aisha's unorthodox childhood and family relationships.

    [52:06] How did Aisha answer the questions "Whose day is it?" and "What are you going to do?" every morning?

    [55:34] From where does Aisha get her general sense of optimism?

    [57:25] Following father's advice and views on regret.

    [59:22] Free-range parenting vs. modern overprotection.

    [1:03:33] Having a bad day? You're not special!

    [1:05:27] Young Aisha's career aspirations.

    [1:06:52] Why was Aisha miserable at what she thought was her dream job?

    [1:08:51] Why did Aisha pick standup comedy to break into show business?

    [1:10:08] What it was like to keep a day job and do standup comedy as a hobby.

    [1:11:50] Commuting for comedy in San Francisco.

    [1:14:03] What made the comedy club bubble of the '80s burst?

    [1:18:11] How did Aisha practice to get better at standup?

    [1:19:01] A memorable set Aisha bombed and the gift it gave her.

    [1:22:22] Dealing with hecklers Bill Burr and Kenny Moore style.

    [1:28:20] Aisha shares some of her own heckler stories.

    [1:32:31] Aisha's academic approach to the math of comedy.

    [1:34:43] What's the Rule of Threes?

    [1:35:36] Gauging comic evolution.

    [1:36:46] Comedians compared to other artists.

    [1:38:04] Changing success metrics and creative traps.

    [1:40:41] How fear-based people-pleasing affects creativity.

    [1:43:52] If one likes big butts, one cannot lie — even if it might tick someone off.

    [1:46:03] Sometimes constructive feedback does make me change my mind.

    [1:46:33] Pursuing authentic, meaningful work.

    [1:48:32] Comedy's core beyond humor.

    [1:49:04] Expecting failures in creative beginnings.

    [1:49:52] Why it doesn't pay to emulate a master of a craft in their own field.

    [1:51:51] Aisha's transition to filmmaking.

    [1:54:47] Aisha believes in personal aggression.

    [1:55:28] How Aisha piggybacked resources for her first music video.

    [1:56:30] Learning filmmaking through short projects.

    [1:58:03] What lessons did Aisha learn from these projects?

    [1:59:06] How visiting the sets of Penny Dreadful and Vikings in Ireland led to making AXIS.

    [2:00:52] Financing the Ireland trip.

    [2:02:35] The email Aisha sent to visit the set of Vikings.

    [2:03:18] The impact of fan appreciation.

    [2:04:50] Budweiser's "Whassup" campaign origin.

    [2:05:38] Why Aisha made AXIS.

    [2:07:06] Resources for aspiring screenwriters and tech investors.

    [2:08:06] What is AXIS, and did anyone try to talk Aisha out of making it?

    [2:09:53] AXIS production experience and methods.

    [2:12:00] The magic, intensity, and clarity of operating on an aggressive deadline.

    [2:15:00] Aisha's current fears and goals.

    [2:16:33] One of Aisha's current struggles.

    [2:17:24] "If art imitates life, in order to create art, you have to have a life."

    [2:18:33] As a workaholic, how does Aisha manage to live a life that influences her art?

    [2:20:58] How would Aisha's life be different if she didn't have exercise as an element?

    [2:22:47] What equipment does Aisha use to work out?

    [2:23:36] What does a prototypical workout look like for Aisha?

    [2:23:53] How does Aisha take her glutathione, and what does it help with?

    [2:26:40] Morning routine and exercise timing.

    [2:27:40] Aisha works out at home to save transit time. What does she watch when she rows?

    [2:29:39] Does Aisha make New Year's resolutions?

    [2:32:17] Aisha likens her first (unwatchable and destroyed) short film to the standup set she bombed.

    [2:34:58] When has Aisha been extremely proud of herself?

    [2:37:46] How confidence transfers across projects.

    [2:39:46] To grow from failure, you have to be aggressive.

    [2:40:24] Parting thoughts.

    *

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