State of Mind podcast

State of Mind

State of Mind is a podcast series that tells the intimate stories of the world's best authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and artists, through an immersive audio experience. Hosted by Blinkist's co-founder Niklas Jansen.

State of Mind is a podcast series that tells the intimate stories of the world's best authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and artists, through an immersive audio experience. Hosted by Blinkist's co-founder Niklas Jansen.

 

#14

S2 E06: Rolling the dice more often

The one question Scott Chacon never stops asking is, ‘why?’ It’s this insatiable sense of curiosity that led him to become a certified sommelier, a karaoke expert, and even run for office. It also led him to start Github, which he ended up selling to Microsoft for $7B. ... Read more

15 Dec 2020

30 MINS

30:16

15 Dec 2020


#13

S2 E05: Be your own kind of boss

Whenever Dana Fox has encountered a problem or obstacle, she hears the words of her parents; ‘figure it out’. Not only has she figured out a successful career in Hollywood as a screenwriter but she’s also figured out the best way to be a boss, is to be yourself. ... Read more

08 Dec 2020

30 MINS

30:39

08 Dec 2020


#12

S2 E04: Beyond innovation

Richie Hawtin has been at the forefront of electronic music for the last 30 years. His relentless spirit of innovation has led him to pioneer new ways to connect with his audience whilst on stage. Embracing the unknown and rejecting the status quo is what drives him to create powerful new ideas and live performance experiences. ... Read more

01 Dec 2020

25 MINS

25:09

01 Dec 2020


#11

S2 E03: The power of discipline

Tim Raue’s Prussian blue chef’s uniform isn’t just for show. It radically transforms the way he thinks, talks, and works. Tim’s relentless discipline is what helped take him from a dangerous street gang to Germany’s top Michelin-stared chef. ... Read more

24 Nov 2020

26 MINS

26:13

24 Nov 2020


#10

S2 E02: On the other side of fear

Cedric Dumont makes a living from jumping out of planes and off of buildings. In fact, he’s one of the top extreme athletes in the world. If you think Cedric is fearless, you’d be wrong. Instead, it’s because he’s learned to embrace his fear and harness its potential for growth that’s made him the success that is today. ... Read more

17 Nov 2020

24 MINS

24:15

17 Nov 2020


#9

S2 E01: Steady course to the moon

The first woman to land on the moon may well be NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps. But Jeanette’s journey to the program that will see humans live on the moon by 2024 has not been one without difficulty and setbacks. The key to her getting to where she is today (and one day the moon) is simple: perseverance. ... Read more

10 Nov 2020

31 MINS

31:35

10 Nov 2020


#8

Season 2: Coming Soon

State of Mind is a podcast series that tells the intimate stories of the world's best authors, entrepreneurs, athletes, and artists, through an immersive audio experience. Hosted by Blinkist's co-founder Niklas Jansen. Season 2 out on November 18th. ... Read more

09 Nov 2020

03 MINS

03:34

09 Nov 2020


#7

S1 E06: This is about life and death, that’s it!

João de Macedo is a big wave surfer. After decades riding the biggest, most dangerous waves he faced a terrible slump. Mired in negative self-talk, his career almost came to a halt. Learn how 42 year-old João persevered and stayed on top, despite fundamental changes in his sport. To get a free 7-day trial and 25% off, visit blinkist.com/som ... Read more

01 Apr 2020

38 MINS

38:00

01 Apr 2020


#6

S1 E05: Leading through empathy

Leading the conservative European country of Luxembourg isn't easy. Now imagine you're Xavier Bettel—one of the world's first openly gay Prime Ministers. But he's already on his second term, proving that Bettel's political breath of fresh air is what "modern leadership" can be. To get a free 7-day trial and 25% off, visit blinkist.com/som ... Read more

24 Mar 2020

31 MINS

31:31

24 Mar 2020


#5

S1 E04: Changing the world with porn

Porn director Erika Lust became one of 2019's 100 Most Influential Women by making adult films into a space for dialogue on gender roles and equality on both sides of the camera. Here's how she elevated porn through cinematography and storytelling, while reviving the female gaze. To get a free 7-day trial and 25% off, visit blinkist.com/som ... Read more

17 Mar 2020

33 MINS

33:07

17 Mar 2020


#4

S1 E03: You can't have it all!

Heading up marketing for American Apparel, Ryan Holiday had—at age 25—success most only dream of. Now 32, he's a best-selling author influencing Silicon Valley moguls and NFL stars. Learn how he found his calling, juggled 2 careers, and let go of idealized success for happiness. To get a free 7-day trial and 25% off, visit blinkist.com/som ... Read more

11 Mar 2020

24 MINS

24:20

11 Mar 2020


#3

S1 E02: Quitting to win

Stefi Cohen has broken 22 time world records in powerlifting and is considered the strongest woman in the world. In 2018 she became the very first woman to lift four times her bodyweight. But if you thought that the reason she became ‘the best’ was due to a lifetime of unwavering perseverance, you might be wrong - because Stefi’s biggest secret - is quitting! To get a free 7-day trial and 25% off, visit blinkist.com/som ... Read more

03 Mar 2020

26 MINS

26:47

03 Mar 2020


#2

S1 E01: Designing your life through role-play

Kickstarter's co-founder Yancey Strickler decided to quit entrepreneurship to follow his childhood dream: being a writer on a quest to save the world. His secret weapon? A mustache. This is the story of that kid, and how along the way he created one of the most famous crowdfunding platforms ever. To get a free 7-day trial and 25% off, visit blinkist.com/som ... Read more

25 Feb 2020

27 MINS

27:15

25 Feb 2020


#1

Trailer

State of Mind is a podcast series that tells the intimate stories of the world's best authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and artists, through an immersive audio experience. Hosted by Blinkist's co-founder Niklas Jansen. Starting February 26th. ... Read more

17 Feb 2020

03 MINS

03:44

17 Feb 2020