Selected clips from ep46: [0:00] Who is Mr. Brainwash? | [3:31] Banksy, Mr. Brainwash & The Creative Curve | [7:31] How to create your own luck - Banksy & Mr. Brainwash. These are Clips taken from our chat about Exit Through the Gift Shop by Banksy. We are discussing art, what makes art, and how powerful marketing and hype can be. This episode comes from a wild and exciting documentary by Banksy about... well... it's not clear if it's about Banksy or someone else. Definitely an excellent...
Sep 15, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 46
We are discussing art, what makes art, and how powerful marketing and hype can be. This episode comes from a wild and exciting documentary by Banksy about... well... it's not clear if it's about Banksy or someone else. Definitely an excellent watch! Today’s episode is inspired by documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop by Banksy. [00:00] Introduction | [01:30] Segment story, political books | [06:05] Overview: Exit through the gift shop | [07:25] Banksy’s Biography | [12:15] Banksy’s artworks | [...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 46
Selected clips from ep45: [0:00] Obama’s quote that sums up his life| [5:54] When Nassim Taleb classifies himself as a communist | [11:04] Barrack Obama's Top Habits. These are Clips taken from our chat about A Promised Land by Barrack Obama. In this week's episode we discuss Obama's memoir about his first term in office as president of the United States. --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episodes each week. Follow us, access show notes (including books mentioned), and li...
Jul 07, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In this week's episode we discuss Obama's memoir about his first term in office as president of the United States. Today’s episode is inspired by Book A Promised Land by Barrack Obama. [00:00] Introduction: Amazon letters [01:30] Segment story by Ryan [07:15] Overview: Promised Land [17:15] B. Obama’s Biography [28:06] Obama’s quote that sums up his life [34:00] Highlights from the book, Promised Land [42:20] Starting of B. Obama’s political race [46:00] B. Obama and the Israeli-Palestine confli...
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Selected clips from ep44: [0:00] Building the worlds most customer centric company| [6:34] Why Amazon does not focus on making profits | [14:37] The 2 key lessons from the Amazon Letters to Shareholders. These are Clips taken from our chat about Amazon Letters to Shareholders by Jeff Bezos. The Amazon Annual Letters to Shareholders hold similar fame to the Berkshire Hathaway ones, and for good reason. They are densely packed recount of the successes (& failures) of Amazon from their founder....
Jun 09, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 44
The Amazon Annual Letters to Shareholders hold similar fame to the Berkshire Hathaway ones, and for good reason. They are densely packed recount of the successes (& failures) of Amazon from their founder. Reading all of them from 1997 through to 2020 also takes less time than a standard book so are highly recommended read for any business owner or a manger. Today’s episode is inspired by letters Amazon Letters to Shareholders by Jeff Bezos. [00:00] Introduction: Amazon letters | [01:32] Non ...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Selected clips from ep43: [0:00] Is Readymade art real art?| [6:04] The bravery of artists | [9:06] Is Jeff Koons a genius?. These are Clips taken from our chat about Manufactured Intellect by Jeff Koons. This week we discussed the art of Jeff Koons. We look at the controversy surrounding him and use it as a base to discuss art, what is art and what is its role in today's world. --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episodes each week. Follow us, access show notes (including ...
Apr 30, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 43
This week we discussed the art of Jeff Koons. We look at the controversy surrounding him and use it as a base to discuss art, what is art and what is its role in today's world. Today’s episode is inspired by Documentary Manufactured Intellect by Jeff Koons. [00:00] Introduction [01:24] Fashion or Art: The story of my sneaker -Ryan [25:58] Jeff Koons [25:50] Jeff Koons famous arts [35:50] Is Readymade art real art? [51:23] The bravery of artists [54:30] Reception of artwork [1:08:17] Is Jeff Koon...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Selected clips from ep42: [0:00] The trap that most business owners fall into| [5:12] Why every business owner should have a mentor | [12:29] How to systemise and scale your business (The Machine). These are Clips taken from our chat about Built to Sell by John Warrillow. Find out the core aspects to creating a valuable, scalable and sellable business. This book was a perspective shifter for us when we read it a number of years ago. It’s a must read for anyone interested in starting their own or...
Apr 01, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Find out the core aspects to creating a valuable, scalable, and sellable business. This book was a perspective shifter for us when we read it a number of years ago. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in starting their own or becoming a business leader. Today’s episode is inspired by book Built to Sell by John Warrillow. [00:00] Introduction | [01:32] The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon | [14:12] Author: John Warrillow | [18:18] The trap that most business owners fall into ...
Mar 28, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Selected clips from ep41: [0:00] How mRNA tech could produce Cancer Vaccinations| [4:14] Can a Human live until 200 years old? | [9:51] Why we are calling b*llsh$t on hyper loop technology. These are Clips taken from our chat about Abstract Chat IV (part 2) by Ryan Griffin & Lachlan Smith. We discuss what the next 10 years may hold in the areas of medicine, transport and space. It's going to be a hell of a decade! --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episodes each week. ...
Mar 17, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 41
We discuss what the next 10 years may hold in the areas of medicine, transport, and space. It's going to be a hell of a decade! Today’s episode is inspired by Free flowing discussion Abstract Chat IV (part 2) by Ryan Griffin & Lachlan Smith. 00:00 – Introduction | 01:48 – GameStop stock and the stock market | 17:37 – How mRNA tech produce cancer vaccinations | 22:00 – Health study and innovation in medicines | 30:30 – What is a deep mind? | 35:10 – Genetic designer babies | 40:25 – Can a Hum...
Mar 14, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Selected clips from ep40: [0:00] Decade of decentralisation - fusion, blockchain, crypto| [7:57] Decade of automation - the gig economy, work culture & manufacturing | [14:21] Universal basic income (UBI) & globalisation. These are Clips taken from our chat about Abstract Chat IV - P1 by Abstractable. We have a hugely transformative decade coming our way. In this first past of our two-part series, we explore the shake-up of 2020 and then move our gaze to the future. The world is going to...
Mar 05, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 40
We have a hugely transformative decade coming our way. In this first past of our two-part series, we explore the shake-up of 2020 and then move our gaze to the future. The world is going to propel new boundaries over the coming decade. In this episode, we look at the energy sector, future of work, artificial intelligence, and UBI. Today’s episode is inspired by our series Abstract Chat IV - P1 by Abstractable. [00:00] Introduction: Abstract chat ep31-39 | [01:48] Politics and the government | [0...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Selected clips from ep39: [0:00] Was Robert McNamara a good man?| [10:25] Should one person have the power to start a nuclear war? | [17:05] The role of empathy in war. These are Clips taken from our chat about The Fog of War by Errol Morris. We discuss one of the most groundbreaking documentaries of the 2000's - The Fog of War and the many interesting lessons you can draw from the life and times of Robert McNamara --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episodes each week. Fol...
Feb 28, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 39
We discuss one of the most groundbreaking documentaries of the 2000's - The Fog of War and the many interesting lessons you can draw from the life and times of Robert McNamara Today’s episode is inspired by the Documentary The Fog of War by Errol Morris. [00:00] Introduction | [04:30] Episode Overview: A documentary of Fog of War | [07:30] Robert McNamara, former United States Secretary of Defense | [24:20] Was Robert McNamara a good man? | [35:42] Polymaths of today era | [37:16] Is MacNamara a...
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Selected clips from ep38: [0:00] How to find your passion and meaningful work| [9:28] The $5 Tooth Fairy - Take advantage of stories | [15:23] Gaining credibility and beating imposter syndrome. These are Clips taken from our chat about Leap First by Seth Godin. Seth Godin is the guru of marketing. He was a pioneer in direct & permission marketing - think here email newsletters, social media advertising, and so on. He has also written over 20 books, many best sellers. This is a short, act...
Feb 10, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Seth Godin is the guru of marketing. He was a pioneer in direct & permission marketing - think here email newsletters, social media advertising, and so on. He has also written over 20 books, many best sellers. This is a short, action-packed, audiobook that focuses inward on where we should be positioning ourselves in life. It’s about helping us take a Leap into more aligned areas. Today’s episode is inspired by Book Leap First by Seth Godin. [00:00] Introduction [01:24] Stripe, the next Goog...
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Selected clips from ep37: [0:00] Why Danny Meyer is the Usain Bolt of restauranteurs | [6:22] Danny Myers philosophy of enlightened hospitality explained | [15:05] Danny Meyer doesn’t put his customers first. These are Clips taken from our chat about Setting the Table by Danny Meyer. We chat about the famous New York restauranteur Danny Meyer and how he has built his food empire off the back of his concept of enlightened hospitality --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episo...
Jan 27, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 37
We chat about the famous New York restauranteur Danny Meyer and how he has built his food empire off the back of his concept of enlightened hospitality Today’s episode is inspired by Book Setting the Table by Danny Meyer. [00:00] Introduction | [01:21] Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond Documentation | [06:00] Book Overview: Setting the Table | [08:12] Author: Danny Meyer | [20:45] Why Meyer is the Usain Bolt of restauranteurs? | [27:26] Meyer’s philosophy of enlightened hospitality | [38:58] How ...
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Selected clips from ep36: [0:00] What is Deep Work and what is not?| [6:31] Why Deep Work is good for you | [9:35] The 4 Rules for Deep Work. These are Clips taken from our chat about Deep Work by Cal Newport. There has never been a better time to invest in your ability to do Deep Work. It is something which is elusive and in short supply. --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episodes each week. Follow us, access show notes (including books mentioned) and our listen to audio...
Jan 20, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 36
There has never been a better time to invest in your ability to do Deep Work. It is something which is elusive and in short supply. Today’s episode is inspired by book Deep Work by Cal Newport. [00:00] Introduction | [01:29] Impression to Kanye West, American rapper | [15:00] Author Overview: Carl Newport | [19:29] What is Deep Work | [26:01] Example idea in the book Deep Work | [29:00] Why Deep Work is good for you? | [32:12] Why Deep Work is valuable to modern world? | [49:41] Rules of Deep Wo...
Jan 17, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Selected clips from ep35: [0:00] The many musical faces of Miles Davis | [5:15] The secret behind Miles Davis and John Coltrane’s creativity | [10:23] Why Miles Davis gave up music! These are Clips taken from our chat about Creative Geniuses Miles Davis & John Coltrane. In the second part of our creative genius series, we discuss two of the greatest musicians of all time, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. We discuss their creative processes, their lives and their music --- If you enjoyed this e...
Dec 21, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In the second part of our creative genius series, we discuss two of the greatest musicians of all time, Miles Davis and John Coltrane. We discuss their creative processes, their lives and their music Today’s episode is inspired by by Miles Davis & John Coltrane. [00:00] Introduction | [01:40] Episode’s Overview | [05:36] The Musician: Miles Davis | [11:08] The many musical faces of Miles Davis | [16:52] The Musician: John Coltrane | [27:07] The secret behind Miles Davis and John Coltrane’s c...
Dec 13, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Selected clips from ep34: [0:00] How to say no | [6:45] How to find your creativity | [9:05] Why is the world obsessed with celebrity chefs. These are Clips taken from our chat about Creative Geniuses by Jeremiah Tower & Francis Mallmann. Stars and celebrity chefs are the focus of this week’s special double header. We are delving further into the creativity rabbit hole, exploring the lives and behaviours of two celebrity chefs. --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episod...
Dec 09, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Stars and celebrity chefs are the focus of this week’s special double header. We are delving further into the creativity rabbit hole, exploring the lives and behaviours of two celebrity chefs. Today’s episode is inspired by our series Creative Geniuses by Jeremiah Tower & Francis Mallmann. [00:00] Introduction | [01:27] Episode’s Overview | [05:53] Chef: Jeremiah Tower | [16:20] Chef: Francis Mallmann | [24:10] How to say no? | [32:20] Creativity of Miles Davis concert in Germany | [34:28] M...
Dec 06, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Selected clips from ep33: [0:00] Jared Diamonds answer to Yalis question | [3:54] Why you shouldn’t eat wild almonds! | [6:59] Is farming a good idea? These are Clips taken from our chat about Guns, Germs and Steel by Jared Diamond. We dive into Jared Diamond’s classic book about how humans spread across the world and why some societies grew at faster rates than others --- If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to receive new episodes each week. Follow us, access show notes (including books ment...
Nov 29, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 33
We dive into Jared Diamond’s classic book about how humans spread across the world and why some societies grew at faster rates than others Today’s episode is inspired by book Guns, Germs and Steel by Jared Diamond. [00:00] Introduction | [04:40] Book Review: Guns, Germs and Steel | [06:50] Author: Jared Diamond | [16:00] History of human species | [19:59] Jared Diamonds answer to Yali’s question | [28:20] Plants and animals’ domestication | [32:51] Why you shouldn’t eat wild almonds! | [36:20] A...
Nov 23, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Selected clips from ep32: [0:00] How to be a contrarian | [4:16] What happened to polymaths and the great inventors? | [9:18] How violence is everywhere. These are Clips taken from our chat about The Portal (Ep 1) by Eric Weinstein. An extremely thought provoking episode of The Portal featuring Peter Thiel. Weinstein and Thiel cover a lot of ground discussing beliefs they hold about how the world works. These aren’t viewpoints that we hear a lot about in our daily newsfeeds. --- If you enjoyed t...
Nov 18, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 32
An extremely thought provoking episode of The Portal featuring Peter Thiel. Weinstein and Thiel cover a lot of ground discussing beliefs they hold about how the world works. These aren’t viewpoints that we hear a lot about in our daily newsfeeds. Today’s episode is inspired by podcast The Portal (Ep 1) by Eric Weinstein. [00:00] Introduction: Podcast the portal episode 1 | [01:56] Chats to obsolete machines use at different fields | [09:00] Brief Intro: Peter Thiel, a contrarian | [14:08] Overvi...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 32
