Tim Ferriss is a self-experimenter and bestselling author, best known for The 4-Hour Workweek, which has been translated into 40+ languages. Newsweek calls him "the world's best human guinea pig," and The New York Times calls him "a cross between Jack Welch and a Buddhist monk." In this show, he deconstructs world-class performers from eclectic areas (investing, chess, pro sports, etc.), digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.
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This episode is brought to you by 5-Bullet Friday , my very own email newsletter. Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show , where it is my job to deconstruct world-class performers to tease out the routines, habits, et cetera that you can apply to your own life. This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel fo...
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Brought to you by AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement, LMNT electrolyte supplement, and Eight Sleep’s Pod Cover sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating . Resources from this episode: https://tim.blog/2023/08/04/dr-shirley-sahrmann/ Shirley A. Sahrmann, PT, PhD, is Professor Emerita of Physical Therapy at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. She received her bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and her masters and doctorate de...
Jack Kornfield discusses consciousness, anxiety, love, and community, drawing on Buddhist principles and personal experiences. He explores expansive states of consciousness, methods for managing anxiety, and the importance of love and interconnectedness in navigating life's challenges, while emphasizing the necessity of community through initiatives like Cloud Sangha. The conversation offers practical tools and philosophical insights for cultivating wisdom, compassion, and a joyful mind.
This episode is brought to you by 5-Bullet Friday , my very own email newsletter. Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show , where it is my job to deconstruct world-class performers to tease out the routines, habits, et cetera that you can apply to your own life. This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel fo...
Brought to you by Eight Sleep’s Pod Cover sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating, Secureframe automated security and privacy compliance platform, and AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement. Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show , where it is usually my job to deconstruct world-class performers to tease out the routines, habits, et cetera that you can apply to your own lives. This is a special episode and a turning of the tables. Th...
Brought to you by LinkedIn Jobs recruitment platform with 900M+ users, Helix Sleep premium mattresses, and AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement. Computer and video game legend John Romero ( @romero ) has designed and published more than 130 games since his first sale at the age of 16. A teenage programming prodigy, his major achievements include co-inventing a series of revolutionary computer games— DOOM , Quake , Wolfenstein 3-D , and Commander Keen —that launched the i...
Richard Koch revisits the 80/20 principle and its application to business, investing, and personal life, emphasizing optimism, history, and identifying toxic beliefs. He shares anecdotes from his career, including his experiences at Bain & Company, and promotes his upcoming books, "80/20 Beliefs" and "80/20 Daily." The discussion also covers the Oxford experience for high-achievers, focusing on art and intellectual training.
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Brought to you by Wealthfront high-yield savings account, AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement, and Helix Sleep premium mattresses. Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show . I'm very excited to publish this episode. This is an experimental format, and we are calling it HERESIES . The objective of this format is to encourage and celebrate independent thinking. Please enjoy! Bios of the co-hosts and guests: Kevin Kelly ( @kevin2kelly ) helped launch and ed...
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Brought to you by Vuori comfortable and durable performance apparel, Athletic Greens’s AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement, and AeroPress 3-in-1 coffee press for delicious brews. David Eagleman ( @davideagleman ) is a neuroscientist, New York Times bestselling author, TED speaker , and Guggenheim Fellow. He is the writer and presenter of the Emmy-nominated series The Brain on PBS, as well as the podcast Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman . In Palo Alto, California, he tea...
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Seth Godin and Tim Ferriss discuss the pursuit of meaning in work and life, emphasizing the importance of choosing a positive attitude, overcoming nihilism, and contributing to something significant. They explore building communities, addressing false proxies, and creating environments where employees feel valued as humans. Godin shares personal anecdotes and insights from his new book, "The Song of Significance," offering practical advice for finding purpose and making a difference.
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Kevin Kelly shares excellent advice for living, drawing from his new book and life experiences. He discusses AI's impact, population trends, the value of optimism, and tips for enriching life through travel, sabbaticals, and personal growth. Kelly also touches on his unexpected popularity in China and the importance of fully becoming oneself.
Tim Ferriss and Derek Sivers discuss embracing an un-optimized life, creating tech independence, and finding paths less traveled. They explore topics like skepticism, the value of "enough," and the art of quitting when ahead, offering insights on living a fulfilling life outside conventional norms. The conversation also touches on entrepreneurship and minimizing the need for external validation.
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This episode is brought to you by 5-Bullet Friday , my very own email newsletter. Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show , where it is my job to deconstruct world-class performers to tease out the routines, habits, et cetera that you can apply to your own life. This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel fo...
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Brought to you by Eight Sleep’s Pod Cover sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating, Athletic Greens's AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement, and Shopify global commerce platform providing tools to start, grow, market, and manage a retail business. Kelly Starrett, DPT ( @thereadystate ) is one of my favorite performance coaches. When I have problems other people can’t solve, I call Kelly. He’s also a treasure trove of one-liners. He is, along wit...
This episode is brought to you by 5-Bullet Friday , my very own email newsletter. Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show , where it is my job to deconstruct world-class performers to tease out the routines, habits, et cetera that you can apply to your own life. This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel fo...
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