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.
Tim Ferriss revisits "The 4-Hour Workweek," focusing on timeless tools for managing attention. Chapters on the low-information diet and interrupting interruptions provide strategies for selective ignorance, efficient communication, and reclaiming focus. The episode includes actionable steps, templates, and modern tool recommendations for increased productivity and lifestyle design.
Stephen West discusses his journey from high school dropout to creating the successful philosophy podcast, "Philosophize This!" He shares insights on philosophy, authenticity, personal growth, and his evolving perspectives on religion and meaning. The conversation explores various philosophers, practical applications of philosophical concepts, and the importance of critical thinking and openness.
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 for the episode and guest. Based on your feedback, this format has been tweaked and improved since the first recap episode. For instance, listeners suggested that the bios for each guest can slow the momentum, so we moved all the bios to the end. See it as a teaser. Something to whet your app...
Rich Barton, co-founder of Zillow and Expedia, shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing audacious goals, provocation marketing, and the importance of company culture. He dives into his morning rituals, strategies for naming companies, and insights on balancing work and life. Barton emphasizes the value of brand building, and being in touch with consumer interests.
Philip Goff is a professor of philosophy at Durham University. His main research focus is consciousness, but he is interested in many questions about the nature of reality. He is most known for defending panpsychism, the view that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous feature of the physical world. He is the author of Galileo's Error: Foundations for a New Science of Consciousness and Why? The Purpose of the Universe . This episode is brought to you by: Our Place's Titanium Always Pan® P...
Robert Rodriguez is a film director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor, and composer. Rodriguez has written, produced, directed, and edited a series of successful films including El Mariachi , Desperado , From Dusk Till Dawn , the Spy Kids franchise, Once Upon a Time in Mexico , Frank Miller’s Sin City , and many more. Robert recently launched Brass Knuckle Films , an investable action film slate. This episode is brought to you by: Cresset prestigious family office for CEOs, ...
Craig Mod Returns! Craig is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa . He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times , The Atlantic , Wired , and more. Sponsors: Shopify global commerce platform, providing tools to start, grow, market, and manage a retail business: https://sho...
Craig Mod is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa . He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times , The Atlantic , Wired , and more. Sponsors: David Protein Bars 28g of protein, 150 calories, and 0g of sugar : https://davidprotein.com/tim (Buy 4 cartons, get the 5th free.) AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: https:/...
This episode is a recap of February 2025's Tim Ferriss Show, featuring clips from Brandon Sanderson, Seth Godin, L.A. Paul, and Dr. Keith Baar. Sanderson discusses writing habits and entrepreneurship, Godin explores AI's role and potential pitfalls, Paul delves into transformative experiences using the vampire analogy, and Baar shares insights on injury recovery and tendon health. The episode offers a buffet of ideas to whet the listener's appetite.
In this live recording, Tim Ferriss interviews Ev Williams, co-founder of Blogger, Twitter, and Medium, about his career pivots, insights on social media, and new venture Mosey. They discuss strategic quitting, the importance of relationships, and the evolution of social networks. Ev also shares valuable lessons on product development, the power of meditation and exercise, and his approach to personal growth.
Richard Taylor is the co-founder and creative lead at Wētā Workshop , which he runs with his wife and co-founder Tania Rodger. Wētā Workshop is a concept design studio and manufacturing facility that services the world’s creative and entertainment industries. Their practical and special effects have helped define the visual identities of some of the most recognizable franchises in film and television, including The Lord of the Rings ; Planet of the Apes ; Superman ; Mad Max ; Thor ; M3gan ; and ...
Terry Real discusses the dynamics of relationships, emphasizing the cyclical nature of harmony, disharmony, and repair. He introduces five losing strategies (being right, control, unbridled self-expression, retaliation, and withdrawal) that couples often employ. The episode highlights the importance of understanding these patterns and shifting towards healthier communication and connection.
Dr. Keith Baar is a Professor at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Physiology and Membrane Biology. During his Ph.D. studies, his research revealed that mechanical strain on muscle fibers activates the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway, a crucial regulator of muscular hypertrophy. Subsequently, he studied the molecular dynamics of skeletal muscle adaptation to endurance training under the guidance of Dr. John Holloszy , a legend in the field of ex...
L.A. Paul discusses transformative experiences, decision-making, and the role of philosophy in modern life. She shares personal anecdotes about her journey into philosophy and her struggles with major life decisions. The episode also touches on the potential of philosophy to address ethical questions in AI and bioethics, as well as philosophical approaches to death and cognitive decline.
This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek . Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features one of the most important chapters from the audiobook of The 4-Hour Workweek . It includes tools and frameworks that I use to this day, including Pareto’s Law an...
Brandon Sanderson is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Stormlight Archive series and the Mistborn saga; the middle-grade series Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians ; and the young-adult novels The Rithmatist , the Reckoners trilogy, and the Skyward series. He has sold more than 40 million books in 35 languages, and he is a four-time nominee for the Hugo Awards, winning in 2013 for his novella The Emperor’s Soul . Sponsors: Cresset prestigious family office for CEOs, founders, an...
This episode is part of a new experiment called Meditation Monday. The teacher, Henry Shukman, has been on my podcast twice before. He is one of only a few dozen masters in the world authorized to teach Sanbo Zen, and now, he’ll be your teacher. In addition to my long-form interviews each week, every Monday I’ll bring you a short 10-minute or so meditation, which will help you for the rest of the week. Over this four-episode series, you’ll develop a Zen toolkit to help you find greater calm, pea...
Seth Godin discusses the importance of strategy over tactics, defining strategy as a long-term commitment to change, understanding systems and games, and practicing empathy. He emphasizes the need to build communities around ideas, create tension, and focus on good decision-making over solely positive outcomes. The conversation also explores how to use AI effectively and the potential pitfalls of its misuse.
This episode introduces a new 'Meditation Monday' segment, featuring Zen Master Henry Shukman. Shukman guides listeners through a meditation technique focused on recognizing and welcoming stress sensations in the body, rather than trying to eliminate them. The goal is to develop a greater capacity for self-awareness and kindness towards one's own discomfort.
Chris Sacca is the co-founder of Lowercarbon Capital and manages a portfolio of countless startups in energy, industrial materials, and carbon removal. If it's unf**king the planet, he's probably working on it. Previously, Chris founded Lowercase Capital , one of history's most successful funds ever, primarily known for its very early investments in companies like Twitter, Uber, Instagram, Twilio, Docker, Optimizely, Blue Bottle Coffee, and Stripe. But you might just know him as the guy who wore...
This Meditation Monday episode features Henry Shukman guiding listeners through a meditation practice aimed at reducing stress and addressing common misconceptions about meditation. The session focuses on developing a restful, present state by acknowledging and managing thoughts, emphasizing the importance of stillness and quiet for personal growth. Shukman highlights that the key benefit of meditation is consistently setting aside time for quiet reflection, rather than achieving a perfect state of mind.
Aaron Stupple ( @astupple ) is the author of The Sovereign Child: How a Forgotten Philosophy Can Liberate Kids and Their Parents . Naval Ravikant ( @naval ) is the co-founder of AngelList . He has invested in more than 100 companies , including many mega-successes, such as Twitter, Uber, Notion, Opendoor, Postmates, and Wish. Stick around after the end of our three-person conversation to listen to an exclusive bonus segment that Naval and Aaron recorded with extra practical tips, as well as incr...
In this Meditation Monday episode, Zen Master Henry Shukman guides listeners through a meditation focused on grounding and presence. The session emphasizes connecting with the body to reduce stress and find inner peace, offering practical techniques for relaxation and stillness. Shukman encourages listeners to embrace imperfection and find refuge within themselves through simple, accessible meditation practices.
Greg McKeown discusses tactics and strategies for a 2025 reboot, emphasizing essentialism and effortless living. He explores handling destabilizing events, using writing for clarity, and the importance of deep listening. The conversation covers practical tools like personal quarterly offsites, the one-two-three method, and pre-mortems, highlighting meaning and connection, offering insights for a more focused and fulfilling year.
This time, we have a very special episode I recorded with my close friend Kevin Rose . We cover 2025 predictions, AI, Bitcoin, aliens, fitness goals, and much, much more. Please enjoy! Sponsors: Ramp easy-to-use corporate cards, bill payments, accounting, and more: https://Ramp.com/tim (Get $250 when you join Ramp) Our Place's Titanium Always Pan® Pro using nonstick technology that’s coating-free and made without PFAS, otherwise known as “Forever Chemicals”: https://fromourplace.com/tim (S...
Dr. Becky Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Good Inside , a parenting movement that overturns a lot of conventional, modern parenting practices to empower parents to become sturdy, confident leaders and raise sturdy, confident kids. She is the author of the bestselling book Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be , a chart-topping podcast , a TED talk with nearly 4 million views on the power of repair, and an upcoming children’s book, That’s My Truck! A Good Inside Story About...
This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all, The 4-Hour Workweek , which was published in 2007. It’s crazy to think that the 20th anniversary is around the corner. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but in my mind, an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features three chapters from the audiobook of The 4-Hour Workweek that ar...
Danny Hillis is an inventor, scientist, author, and engineer. While completing his doctorate at MIT, he pioneered the parallel computers that are the basis for the processors used for AI and most high-performance computer chips. He is now a founding partner with Applied Invention , working on new ideas in cybersecurity, medicine, and agriculture. Kevin Kelly is the founding executive editor of WIRED magazine, the former editor and publisher of the Whole Earth Review , and a bestselling author of...
David Whyte ( davidwhyte.com ) is the author of twelve books of poetry and five books of prose, including his latest, Consolations II , which further explores what David calls “the conversational nature of reality.” Sponsors: GiveWell.org charity research and effective giving: https://givewell.org (If you’ve never used GiveWell to donate, you can have your donation matched up to one hundred dollars before the end of the year or as long as matching funds last. To claim your match, go to htt...
Cyan Banister ( @cyantist ) is a general partner at Long Journey Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on early and new investments. Cyan was an early investor in Uber, SpaceX, DeepMind, Flexport, and Affirm and has invested in more than 100 companies. Prior to that, she was at Founders Fund, a top-tier fund in San Francisco. Subscribe to Cyan's Substack at uglyduckling.substack.com . Sponsors: Eight Sleep’s Pod 4 Ultra sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating:&nbs...
