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Jun 2025
1h 48m

Ep. 359: Should We Fear Cognitive Debt?

CAL NEWPORT
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A blockbuster new study out of MIT takes a closer look at the impact of writing with the help of AI. In today’s episode, Cal breaks down this paper with the help of author Brad Stulberg (who made waves online recently with his reaction to its findings), picking apart the role of AI in deep work activities. Cal then answers listeners questions, and presents a ... Show More
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