Aug 3

Classic Episode: How Do I Learn Hard Things? | Monday Advice

In this replay of a classic episode from January 1st, 2024, Cal walks through the process of learning hard things. The good news is that most people can learn most things. The bad news is that learning is harder than we think. This advice has never been more relevant for those lo ... Show More

1h 15m

Jul 30

Did OpenAI’s Model “Go Rogue”? | AI Reality Check

Cal Newport takes a critical look at recent AI News. Video from today’s episode: youtube.com/calnewportmedia (0:00) Did OpenAI’s model “go rogue” (11:29) The implications (11:42) Did this attack reveal surprising new capabilities we didn’t know AI systems possessed? (12:48) Did t ... Show More

33m 40s

Jul 27

Why Do Digital Detoxes Fail? What Works Better? | Monday Advice

Why do digital detoxes fail to create lasting change? What works better? To answer these questions, Cal draws from the book “A Brief History of Intelligence” to reveal the relevant neuroscience at play, and then use this understanding to figure out a better method for improving y ... Show More

1h 10m

Mar 2018

7: Smart Home 🏠 User Experience - Assistance

What can digital assistants learn from traumatic memories and…Abraham Lincoln?

16m 7s

Feb 2024

US 2.0: Lincoln's Dilemma

<p>Over the past few weeks, we've been exploring the psychology of partisanship, and how to effectively handle disagreements with those around us. This week, we conclude our US 2.0 series by turning to the past. We talk with journalist <a href="https://www.npr.org/people/4080709/ ... Show More

52m 13s

Jun 2021

400: Digital Minimalism, Doing Deep Work & Quitting Social Media | Cal Newport

Have you ever lost an entire evening to your social media feed? Or spent your weekend compulsively checking your email, instead of paying attention to your loved ones? Or maybe you feel like you’re always in a state of semi-distraction? If you relate, you *need* to listen to this ... Show More

1h 21m

Aug 2022

How to reset your digital life

Take this quiz to assess your digital habits — then learn how to engage with your electronic devices in a way that's intentional and appropriate. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorsh ... Show More

15m 43s

Apr 2023

Log Off, Turn In, & Tune Up

In this episode, I reflect on our evolving and complicated relationship with the digital world, the importance of logging off, investing in analog experience, and turning our attention instead to presence, growth, real connection, and bringing more conscious intentionality to our ... Show More

29m 39s

Mar 2024

Productivity Expert Explains: How to Accomplish Far More While Working Less (ft. Cal Newport)

What if there was a way accomplish meaningful work—without the associated relationship breakdowns or stress? What if “making an impact” didn’t require massive amounts of energy or sacrifice? What if you could get more done by doing less? In this episode, I talk to Cal Newport abo ... Show More

1h 12m

Apr 2022

24. how to actually be productive

Productivity vs. deep work - today I compare and contrast my mindset shift from focusing on high productivity to now focusing on deep work to maximize results and avoid burnout. This episode is inspired by author and professor, Cal Newport, whose work is linked below! Deep Work: ... Show More

27 m

Does OpenAI’s Astra Mean AGI Has Arrived...