Tyler Cowen recently wrote an article arguing that spending lots of time online is in fact a good thing. In this episode, Cal looks deeper at Cowen’s argument and finds some surprising common ground. The internet can be a major source of good in your life, he argues, but only if you use it in the right way. He then answers listener questions and reviews the ... Show More
Jun 2025
How To Balance Mind, Body—and iPhone
Mary is juggling a busy career and family life and, like many of us, she feels guilty about the time she spends on her phone. On this episode of How To!, Courtney Martin talks with author and teacher Molly Caro May about how she's helping others rethink—and rewire—their dependenc ... Show More
38m 5s
May 2024
194. Reviewing Cal Newport’s “Slow Productivity”
<p>#194: In this episode, Sharif and Dr. Kevin Majeres discuss Cal Newport's new book, “Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.” “Slow Productivity” builds on themes he explores in his previous books: for instance, mastering your craft and focusing on t ... Show More
34m 28s
Feb 2025
Rick Rubin: How to Hack Your Mind for Creative Breakthroughs : 1251
<p><strong>Most people wait for inspiration. But what if you could train your brain to create on demand?</strong> </p><p>Rick Rubin has spent decades shaping the sound of legendary artists—Jay-Z, Johnny Cash, Metallica, and countless others—by tapping into the unseen forces ... Show More
54m 51s
Nov 2023
#341 - The Real Reason It’s Hard to Get Stuff Done
So we’ve tried to make the rest of 2023 easier, but even when we have a better understanding of what is going on, it can still be hard to get stuff done. When the rubber meets the road, it’s common to feel like we’re stalling out.
Today’s episode is like learning a language. I wa ... Show More
33m 59s