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The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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Farnam Street

MASTER THE BEST OF WHAT OTHER PEOPLE HAVE ALREADY FIGURED OUT Skip decades of trial and error. Each episode reveals proven insights from world-class performers. No fluff. No small talk. Just actionable wisdom for your business and life. Turn hard-earned lessons into your competitive edge. Instagram: https://instagram.com/farnamstreet LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ Newsletter: Join over 750,000 people and upgrade your thinking in 5 minutes a week. fs.blog/newsletter

#209

Write Something People Want to Read | Charlie Hoehn

In this episode, Charlie Hoehn explains the secrets behind why some books are unforgettable, and others no one seems to remember. He shares his journey of helping authors transform their ideas into best-selling books and provides actionable advice on structuring, writing, and marketing a book. You'll learn how to craft titles that make people want to read your book, design compelling covers that stand out on the shelves, and use certain strategies to engage readers effectively depending on the ideas you communicate. Hoehn also shares the psychology behind book promotion, how to leverage feedback, and the dynamics of traditional versus self-publishing. Whether tackling a novel or email, this episode will transform how you write and communicate. Charlie Hoehn is the founder of Author.Inc and a 3-time New York Times bestselling editor. He's the mind behind some of the influential books from Tim Ferriss, Ramit Sethi, Codie Sanchez, and Noah Kagan. Charlie's expertise has helped sell over 10 million books. Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tkppodcast ... Read more

10 Dec 2024

1 HR 42 MINS

1:42:58

10 Dec 2024

#208

How to Win the War with Yourself | Ryan Holiday

Ryan Holiday unpacks the subtle and not-so-subtle messages life sends us—and what happens when we ignore them. From mismatched tattoos and injured ankles, Ryan reflects on the lessons he’s learned about preparation, awareness, and humility. Using examples ranging from personal missteps to famous entrepreneurial gambles, this episode is a deep dive into the art of learning from experience, knowing when to listen, and the cost of stubbornness. Plus, Holiday revisits his roots to discuss how Stoic principles can guide you in navigating feedback, balancing ambition with self-awareness, and understanding the fine line between determination and delusion. Holiday is a New York Times bestselling author. He has written over 10 books, covering both the fundamentals of Stoicism as well as key elements of modern-day marketing and media. His most recent release is Right Thing, Right Now. Holiday has been a guest on the podcast [twice] (https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/ryan-holiday/) [before] (https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/ryan-holiday-2/) . Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tkppodcast (00:00) Intro (02:20) When to Ignore Advice (04:49) The Importance of Reflection and Journaling (07:26) Balancing Emotions and Stoic Practices (24:34) Misconceptions and Historical Context of Stoicism (29:53) The Pursuit of Excellence and Its Trade-offs (40:58) The Power of Saying No and Opportunity Costs (49:09) The Role of Anger and Emotional Control (52:58) Defining Self-Discipline (53:43) The Essence of Self-Discipline (54:29) Balancing Discipline and Life (55:09) Consistency and Overcoming Setbacks (56:09) The Struggle with Compulsive Tendencies (58:33) Navigating Competition and Personal Goals (01:01:22) Cultivating Discipline Through Physical Practice (01:02:15) Instilling Discipline in Children (01:04:22) Understanding Character and Virtue (01:23:32) The Impact of Modern Technology on Writing (01:35:04) Defining Success and Managing Expectations ... Read more

26 Nov 2024

1 HR 41 MINS

1:41:55

26 Nov 2024

#207

How to Think (and Work) Like a Billion Dollar Investor | Adam Karr

Investor Adam Karr reveals his hidden playbook for spotting exceptional CEOs and building extraordinary businesses. Learn his counterintuitive techniques—from the surprising link between writing skills and executive performance to the 10-minute test that unveils a leader's true potential. Packed with battle-tested wisdom, Karr shares the deceptively simple principles that separate great business leaders from the merely good. Adam Karr is the President and Portfolio Manager at Orbis Investments. (00:00) Intro (02:44) Investing Strategies and Market Games (04:08) Adapting and Evolving Investment Styles (05:20) The Importance of Obsession and Environment (06:29) Aligning with Long-Term Investment Goals (07:11) Identifying and Evaluating Obsessed CEOs (08:13) The Role of Culture in Investment Decisions (08:54) Building Long-Term Positions and Overcoming Short-Term Pressures (12:21) The Blueprint for Success (15:24) Learning from Role Models and Mentors (21:25) The Power of Writing and Decision Analytics (29:11) The Magic in the Last 5% of Investment Research (35:25) Understanding Roll-Ups: Success Factors and Challenges (36:01) Applying Knowledge for an Unfair Advantage (37:42) Learning from Feedback and Case Studies (40:47) The Importance of Independent Thinking (43:06) Lessons from Industry Leaders (49:32) The Will to Practice and Time Management (56:44) Positioning for Success and Resilience (01:08:59) Defining Success and Helping Others Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tkppodcast ... Read more

12 Nov 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:22

12 Nov 2024

#206

John Mackey: Inside Whole Foods' Blueprint for Building a Billion-Dollar Movement

From near bankruptcy after a devastating flood to a $13.7 billion Amazon acquisition, Whole Foods founder John Mackey reveals how a small health food store became an empire that revolutionized American eating. Discover how a single near-death experience transformed a 25-year-old college dropout into the pioneer of the organic food movement. Mackey shares raw insights from the frontlines: how he turned hostile customers into evangelists, survived multiple extinction-level threats, and built a mission-driven billion-dollar business without compromising its soul. John Mackey is the co-founder of Whole Foods Market, where he was the CEO of the company from 1980 to 2022. He is the author of the bestselling book, Conscious Capitalism. Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tkppodcast 00:00 Introduction 02:30 From Safer Way to Whole Foods: The Early Days 03:46 The Struggles and Successes of Whole Foods 05:22 Navigating Criticism and Market Realities 08:36 The Lamar Location and the 100-Year Flood 10:46 Rebuilding and Realizing Stakeholder Value 14:57 Learning the Retail Ropes 22:35 Growth, Challenges, and Entrepreneurial Resilience 35:51 Acquisitions and Expanding the Whole Foods Empire 41:17 The Drive to Build a Chain 42:17 Founder-Led vs. Professional Management 44:38 Challenges of Bureaucracy 46:56 The Importance of Cost Control 50:44 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Creativity 52:56 Facing Leadership Challenges 01:02:57 The Amazon Merger 01:19:01 Capitalism vs. Socialism 01:26:27 The Illusion of Control in Socialism 01:27:44 The Kibbutz Experiment: Idealism vs. Reality 01:30:53 Capitalism: A Win-Win Game 01:32:04 The Power of Win-Win-Win Philosophy 01:34:28 A Personal Story: Winning Over Deborah 01:37:29 The Role of Business Planning 01:38:49 Qualities of Successful Entrepreneurs 01:49:12 The Hero's Journey: Advice for Young Entrepreneurs 01:51:05 Introducing Love Life: A Holistic Health Venture 01:57:18 The Importance of Whole Foods and Nutrition 02:08:09 Concluding Thoughts on Success and Happiness ... Read more

29 Oct 2024

2 HR 12 MINS

2:12:27

29 Oct 2024

#205

How an Elite Athlete Built a $10M Business Breaking Every Rule | Rob Fraser

Rob Fraser unveils the untold story of OUTWAY—from hawking socks on street corners to building an eight-figure empire. Surviving near-catastrophic business crises, he leveraged lessons from his professional sports career to navigate the business world. Discover the counterintuitive mental models that transformed a world-class athlete into a business maverick, turning the humble sock into a ten-million-dollar revolution. As a special offer to listeners, the TKP community can get 30% off using the code SHANE at checkout. https://outway.com/ Newsletter The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Upgrade If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ Follow Rob: X: https://x.com/robbfraser LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbfraser/ Sponsors: Somewhere.com https://www.somewhere.com/ Overlap: https://www.joinoverlap.com/ ... Read more

15 Oct 2024

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:48

15 Oct 2024

#204

The Blueberry Billionaire | John Bragg

From a tiny village, John Bragg quietly built an empire that controls half the world's wild blueberries and North America's largest private telecom network. In this rare interview, the famously private billionaire reveals how he defied conventional wisdom by transforming a small farm into two multi-billion-dollar giants. Discover the contrarian principles that helped Bragg dominate seemingly unrelated industries—from frozen foods to fiber optics—and build businesses designed to thrive for generations, not just quarters. Newsletter The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Upgrade If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ Sponsors: Overlap: https://www.joinoverlap.com/ ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

1 HR 28 MINS

1:28:12

01 Oct 2024

#203

The Mac and Cheese Empire | Erin Wade

When Princeton-educated attorney Erin Wade left law to open a restaurant, she didn't just create award-winning comfort food—she engineered a revolutionary workplace culture. This conversation reveals how she transformed an Oakland mac and cheese restaurant into a laboratory for modern management principles. Wade shares her groundbreaking 'color code of conduct' system (now adopted globally) and her radical approach to open-book management. A masterclass in building culture, solving industry-wide challenges, and leading with precision rather than convention. Newsletter The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Upgrade If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ (00:00) Intro (02:30) Wade's surfing obsession (04:42) Defeating overthinking (05:00) Wade's background in food (06:40) Wade's law detour (10:20) On being fired (12:40) Early mistakes and freedom (20:00) Employee-centric companies (32:30) Homeroom Hard Times (34:40) How Wade's law background helped (and hurt) (42:40) The Color Code of Conduct (49:30) Why Wade sold Homeroom (and how she felt) (55:58) Impact vs. Intent (59:00) Why titles are important (01:04:00) On success ... Read more

17 Sep 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:37

17 Sep 2024

#202

The Storytelling Expert: Hidden Triggers That Make People Act | Matthew Dicks

Master storyteller Matthew Dicks unveils the hidden blueprint behind stories that win million-dollar deals, transform resistant teams, and turn skeptical investors into champions. Learn why most leaders tell stories that fail, and discover the counterintuitive techniques that make audiences lean in, remember, and act. From high-stakes boardrooms to viral TED talks, Dicks reveals the psychological triggers that turn everyday moments into weapons of mass persuasion. (00:00:00 Intro (00:03:28) What makes a good story (00:06:57) Stories vs anecdotes (00:08:29) A Story: The Spoon of Power (00:17:42) The art of story architecture (00:21:28) Create compelling stories (00:36:30) Common mistakes & how to fix them (00:55:01) Strategic Listening (01:03:32) Can you lie in stories? (01:05:10) 'And' stories vs. 'but / therefore' stories (01:10:05) Finding engaging stories in everyday life (01:20:05) Structuring a story (01:24:00) Storytelling for an unforgettable brand (01:31:20) Learn confidence (01:38:40) Writing vs telling a story (01:51:53) Teach kids to love writing (01:55:15) Define success Newsletter The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Upgrade If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ -- Sponsor: Overlap https://www.joinoverlap.com/ - Listen to podcasts like never before. ... Read more

03 Sep 2024

1 HR 58 MINS

1:58:07

03 Sep 2024

#201

The Marketing Expert: A Masterclass in Strategic Positioning | April Dunford

Former IBM executive April Dunford reveals the sophisticated frameworks behind market leadership. This isn't about marketing tactics but how category leaders reshape markets to their advantage. Drawing from decades of experience, Dunford shares the nuanced art of market definition, competitive positioning, and strategic narrative. These are essential insights for leaders who understand that winning isn't about being better—it's about being different in meaningful ways. -- Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at [https://fs.blog/newsletter/] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/membership/) and get your own private feed. Follow me: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:07) Positioning, explained (16:47) Why is positioning important? (20:40) B2B vs. B2C positioning (29:03) When re-positioning a product failed (32:31) How to identify customer's pain points (34:35) How to position a product on a sales page (38:06) How technology has changed positioning (41:40) How to evaluate product positioning (45:43) Who's in charge of positioning at a company? (50:27) On storytelling (56:35) Should a company have a point of view on the market? (1:00:21) Dealing with gatekeepers in B2B marketing (1:03:02) Mistakes people make with positioning (1:05:21) What schools get wrong about marketing (1:08:59) Secrets of B2B decision-making (1:11:18) On success ... Read more

20 Aug 2024

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:05

20 Aug 2024

#200

Top Entrepreneur on Building a Multi-Billion Dollar Company | Brian Halligan #200

From Cambridge startup to NYSE heavyweight, HubSpot co-founder Brian Halligan reveals the sophisticated frameworks behind scaling a $30B enterprise. Now a Sequoia Capital Senior Advisor, Halligan shares rare insights into the nuanced decisions that separate exceptional companies from merely successful ones. Learn the strategic principles of modern company building, including the counterintuitive culture choices, talent algorithms, and leadership pivots that defined HubSpot's trajectory. A masterclass in scaling excellence from startup to global enterprise. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:36) Halligan's life-changing snowmobile accident (09:38) Shane's life-changing medical mystery (14:38) The different phases a CEO goes through while growing companies (20:44) Lessons learned from Steve Jobs (23:18) How to hire and fire people (and when) (27:55) The problems with "Best Practices" in business (31:11) The most underrated public CEOs (and why Jerry Garcia from The Grateful Dead is on this list) (43:38) The history and future of inbound marketing (51:08) On decision making (55:18) On work-life balance (58:28) On success Newsletter The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Upgrade If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ ... Read more

06 Aug 2024

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:27

06 Aug 2024

#199

Esther Perel: Cultivating Desire

Few episodes in The Knowledge Project’s nine-year history have impacted people’s relationships and lives more than when Esther Perel shared her infinite wisdom for the first time in 2019. Shane and Esther discuss how the stories you tell yourself shape how you see the world (and what to do about that), the important conversations to have at the beginning of a relationship, the most common arguments couples have and how to prevent them, what to say to a partner if the relationship isn’t working out, the relationship between desire, love, and pleasure, and so much more. Plus, the conversation starts out on an interesting note: Esther Perel shares stories about her parents surviving the Holocaust and how their experiences shaped her childhood and continue to shape her life today. (This episode is a replay of one of our most popular episodes ever and was recorded in 2019.) -- Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at [⁠https://fs.blog/newsletter/⁠] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/membership/) and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro(02:38) Coming back to life after the war(08:09) The myth of stability(11:30) The power of reflections(19:48) Important conversations for early relationships(24:20) Can values change in relationships?(27:20) Being secure in a relationship(30:40) Better conversations with your partner(33:00) What's behind every criticism(36:52) Too much honesty(39:37) What happens if I don't love my partner(47:12) Why does good sex fade in relationships?(50:59) Love vs. desire(55:38) How to have difficult conversations with your partner(01:05:13) Conscious uncoupling Watch the episode on YouTube: [⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos⁠⁠⁠] (https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos) Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 600k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/clear/⁠⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) ... Read more

23 Jul 2024

1 HR 17 MINS

1:17:59

23 Jul 2024

#198

#1 Psychologist: Toolkit to Accomplish Your Hardest Goals

Shane Parrish and Maya Shankar dive into the complexities of identity and personal transformation. They explore how significant life changes can reshape one's sense of self and explain how to navigate these transitions. Maya shares her personal stories and tips on making proactive choices and keeping a flexible, layered sense of self. They also discuss the psychological and philosophical aspects of identity, offering practical advice on goal-setting and personal growth. Maya Shankar is a cognitive scientist and the creator, executive producer, and host of the podcast, A Slight Change of Plans. Shankar was a Senior Advisor in the Obama White House, where she founded and served as Chair of the White House Behavioral Science Team. She holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Oxford and a B.A from Yale. -- Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at [⁠https://fs.blog/newsletter/⁠] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠] (https://fs.blog/membership/) and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:40) Shankar's "almost unbelievable" story of getting into Julliard (05:30) Why Shankar studied identity (11:38) What is identity? (14:52) Using your identity to accomplish your goals (18:00) Using anti-identities to accomplish your goals (18:51) What to do when your identity is "attacked" (26:30) How to re-establish trust in institutions (32:30) Use identity to start a positive habit (35:35) How to debunk myths with stories and facts (37:18) How does how we frame our goals help (or prevent) us from accomplishing them (43:11) The one motivational technique Shankar uses every day (45:15) On success Watch the episode on YouTube: [⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos⁠⁠] (https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos) Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 600k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [⁠⁠https://fs.blog/newsletter/⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [⁠⁠https://fs.blog/clear/⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) ... Read more

09 Jul 2024

48 MINS

48:07

09 Jul 2024

#197

4 Biggest Mistakes Parents Make | Michaeleen Doucleff

What ancient wisdom and modern science reveal about raising exceptional children. Through years of anthropological research and scientific inquiry, NPR correspondent Michaeleen Doucleff uncovers the counterintuitive principles that shape human development across cultures. This isn't about quick fixes or parenting hacks—it's a deep examination of how successful cultures have developed emotionally intelligent, capable humans for generations. Essential insights for leaders who understand that raising children, like building great organizations, requires sophisticated systems thinking and proven frameworks. Newsletter The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Upgrade If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (04:12) How (and why) we've lost our way as parents (08:02) The rise of the nuclear family (13:46) TEAM Parenting: T (17:20) TEAM Parenting: E (23:01) Why you don't need to praise your child (26:12) TEAM Parenting: A (36:42) TEAM Parenting: M (38:34) "Kids do not need to be entertained" (39:12) Technology, parenting, and transmitting values (1:02:59) Resources parents can use to educate kids about technology (1:04:50) How you can use the environment to give kids autonomy (1:09:56) Success and parenting ... Read more

25 Jun 2024

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:23

25 Jun 2024

#196

Brent Beshore: Business Brilliance and Happiness at Home

Succeeding in both life and business is very difficult. The skills needed to scale a company often clash with those required to cultivate a thriving home life. Yet, Brent Beshore seems to have cracked the code—or at least he's actively working on it. In this conversation, he spills his secrets on excelling in both arenas. This episode is split into two parts: the first 45 minutes covers life and how to be a better person. Brent opens up about the evolution of his marriage, physical health, and inner life. The rest of the episode focuses on business. Shane and Beshore discuss private equity, how to hire (and when to fire) CEOs, incentives, why debt isn’t a good thing in an unpredictable world, stewardship versus ownership, and why personality tests are so important for a functional organization.After beginning his career as an entrepreneur, Brent Beshore founded Permanent Equity in 2007 and leads the firm as CEO. He works with investors and operators to evaluate new investment opportunities. -- Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at [⁠https://fs.blog/newsletter/⁠] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/membership/) and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) -- Sponsors: Shopify: Making commerce better for everyone. [https://www.shopify.com/shane] (https://www.shopify.com/shane) Protekt: Simple solutions to support healthy routines. Enter the code "Knowledge" at checkout to receive 30% off your order. [https://protekt.com/knowledge] (https://protekt.com/knowledge) -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (05:08) Why Brent examined his life (09:44) How Brent "fixed" his relationships (20:04) How helping hurts (32:13) How Brent was subtly controlling relationships (40:36) Why Brent stopped drinking (mostly) (50:29) How to run a business with love yet competitively (01:00:34) Win-win relationships (01:05:34) On debt (01:19:28) On incentives (01:29:08) How to hire and fire CEOs (01:34:18) What most people miss about hiring (01:44:19) Brent's playbook for taking over a company (01:51:20) On projections (01:55:52) Revisiting investments (01:58:44) How "hands-off" is Brent? (02:08:34) Where people go wrong in private equity (02:14:07) On success ... Read more

11 Jun 2024

2 HR 15 MINS

2:15:53

11 Jun 2024

#195

Morgan Housel: Get Rich, Stay Rich

The skills it takes to get rich are drastically different from the skills it takes to stay rich. Few understand this phenomenon more than Morgan Housel. He's identified unique lessons about wealth, happiness, and money by studying the world's richest families and learning what they did to build their wealth and just how quickly they squandered it all.In this conversation, Shane and Housel discuss various aspects of risk-taking, wealth accumulation, and financial independence. Morgan explains the importance of understanding personal financial goals and the dangers of social comparison, lets everyone in on his personal financial “mistake” that instantly made him sleep better at night, and why the poorest people in the world disproportionately play the lottery—and why it makes sense that they do. They also touch on the influence of upbringing on financial behaviors, the difference between being rich and wealthy, and the critical role of compounding in financial success. Of course, we can’t have a writer as good as Morgan Housel on the podcast and not ask him about his process, so Housel concludes with insights into storytelling, his writing processes, and the importance of leading by example in teaching financial values to children. Morgan Housel is a partner at Collaborative Fund. Previously, he was an analyst at The Motley Fool. He is a two-time winner of the Best in Business Award from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers and was selected by the Columbia Journalism Review for the Best Business Writing anthology. He's the author of two books: The Psychology of Money and Same as Ever. -- Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it’s completely free. Learn more and sign up at [⁠https://fs.blog/newsletter/⁠] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠⁠] (https://fs.blog/membership/) and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) -- Sponsors Protekt: Simple solutions to support healthy routines. Enter the code "Knowledge" at checkout to receive 30% off your order. [⁠https://protekt.com/knowledge] (https://protekt.com/knowledge) -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (04:46) Risk and income (07:40) On luck and skill (10:10) Buffett's secret strategy (12:28) The one trait you need to build wealth (16:20) Housel's capital allocation strategy (16:48) Index funds, explained (20:59) Expectations and moving goalposts (22:17) Your house: asset or liability? (27:39) Money lies we believe (32:12) How to avoid status games (35:04) Money rules from parents (40:15) Rich vs. wealthy (41:46) Housel's influential role models (42:48) Why are rich people miserable? (45:59) How success sows the seeds of average performance (49:50) On risk (50:59) Making money, spending money, saving money (52:50) How the Vanderbilt's squandered their wealth (1:04:11) How to manage your expectations (01:06:26) How to talk to kids about money (01:09:52) The biggest risk to capitalism (01:13:56) The magic of compounding (01:16:18) How Morgan reads (01:22:42) How to tell the best story (01:24:42) How Morgan writes (01:35:42) Parting wisdom and thoughts on success ... Read more

28 May 2024

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:50

28 May 2024

#194

Why the Kids Aren’t Alright with Abigail Shrier

Investigative journalist Abigail Shrier reveals an uncomfortable truth: our culture's overwhelming embrace of therapy might be harming the next generation. In this thought-provoking conversation, she challenges conventional wisdom about mental health, drawing from extensive research and disturbing patterns among lifelong therapy patients. Learn when therapy helps, when it hurts, and how successful parents navigate emotional resilience in their children. Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 700k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [https://fs.blog/newsletter/] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [https://fs.blog/clear/] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) (00:00) Intro (05:44) Inverse: How do we raise mentally unstable kids? (08:29) How we got to now (11:45) Bad therapy...or just social trends? (13:21) Being your kids' friend: good or bad? (15:55) The parenting type that raises the BEST kids (21:35) Is this all the parents' fault? (29:53) Is "Bad Therapy" a world-wide problem? (32:57) Talk to your kids' therapist about these things (42:09) The importance of facing adversity in childhood (47:06) Can we blame grad schools for all of this? (49:14) On technology and social media (51:03) Schools should "never" have gotten involved in mental health (54:43) Did COVID accelerate "bad therapy?" (56:07) How to return to normalcy (58:21) Why Shane shares negative YouTube comments with his kids (01:01:23) Shrier's experience being "cancelled" (01:04:13) On prestige media (01:07:47) Small steps parents can take to return to normal (01:11:02) Dealing with schools saying one thing and parents saying another (01:13:32) Why is the silent majority...silent? (01:16:32) If this continues, what happens? (01:18:19) What makes someone a successful parent? ... Read more

21 May 2024

1 HR 20 MINS

1:20:06

21 May 2024

#193

Top Performance Psychologist: What it Takes to Win | Dr. Jim Loehr

What if reaching the next level of success wasn't determined by another skill, degree, or course but by something that changed on the inside? That's what Dr. Jim Loehr believes, and in this episode, he reveals everything he knows about mental toughness and winning the mind game. Shane and Loehr discuss the radical importance of the stories you tell yourself—including how they can damage your kids—and how to change the negative stories you believe. Loehr also shares the best reflection questions to ask yourself to reveal personal blindspots, the importance of rituals for calming anxiety and performing under pressure, and how the best in the world use their recovery time effectively. Dr. Jim Loehr is a world-renowned performance psychologist and author of 16 books. Based on his more than 30 years of experience and applied research, Dr. Loehr believes the single most important factor in successful achievement, personal fulfillment, and life satisfaction is the strength of one’s character. He possesses a master's and doctorate in psychology and is a full member of the American Psychological Association. Watch the episode on YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos] (https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos) Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 600k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [https://fs.blog/newsletter/] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [https://fs.blog/clear/] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) Sponsor: Protekt: Simple solutions to support healthy routines. Enter the code "Knowledge" at checkout to receive 30% off your order. [https://protekt.com/knowledge] (https://protekt.com/knowledge) (00:00) Intro (03:20) Parenting and storytelling (06:15) How to determine whether or not the stories are limiting or enabling you (08:41) What the stories world-class performers tell themselves (15:02) How to change the stories you tell yourself (23:26) Questions to journal about (26:16) Private voices vs. public voices (and how they impact your kids) (31:32) How to help your friends change their stories (37:30) How to better come alongside your kids to prevent destructive behavior (44:48) - (45:06) What Loehr knows about high performers that others miss (53:12) On time and energy (01:06:26) Conquering the "between point" ritual (01:11:50) On rituals vs. habits (01:15:54) How to increase your mental toughness (01:23:51) On success ... Read more

30 Apr 2024

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:50

30 Apr 2024

#192

The Architecture of Scale: Building a $200m Business | David Segal

From a single storefront to a $200M enterprise, David Segal reveals the sophisticated frameworks behind building a category-defining business. Learn the counterintuitive principles that separate exceptional operators from average founders, including the hidden challenges of success and the strategic tension between working in versus on your business. A look into the mind of a builder who has mastered both the science of operations and the art of scale. And watch in real-time as he does it again with Firebelly Tea. TKP listeners can receive a special 15 percent discount on Firebelly Tea products by visiting [www.firebellytea.com] (https://www.firebellytea.com/) and entering the code Shane15 at checkout. Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 700k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [https://fs.blog/newsletter/] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [https://fs.blog/clear/] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) (00:00) Intro (04:59) What entrepreneurship is (07:10) How to manage your psychology (10:40) Yearly planning, daily action (15:50) Avoiding "ivory-tower syndrome" (18:30) Segal's childhood and background (25:15) The history of DAVIDsTEA and Firebelly (36:40) The evolution of tea and business over the last twenty years (42:30) On failures (49:00) Dealing with depression (52:30) Lessons about money (56:55) Business and life lessons from Warren Buffett (1:00:00) On time management (1:04:50) What's missing in Segal's life (1:08:39) On success ... Read more

16 Apr 2024

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:36

16 Apr 2024

#191

#191 Dr. Rhonda Patrick: Diet Essentials For Healthy Living

Shane Parrish sits down with the renowned biochemist Dr. Rhonda Patrick to explore the intricate world of nutrition and health. Dr. Patrick provides a deep dive into the role micronutrients play in our daily health, detailing how deficiencies and insufficiencies in vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and amino acids can lead to serious health issues over time. Shane and Dr. Patrick also discuss the science behind deliberate heat exposure. She outlines the optimal sauna conditions—temperature, duration, and frequency—necessary to achieve these health benefits and explains the physiological mechanisms at play. Rhonda Patrick has a Ph.D. in biomedical science and a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry/chemistry from the University of California, San Diego. She has done extensive research on aging, cancer, and nutrition. (00:00) Intro (04:40) A philosophy for nutrition (15:36) Micronutrients through supplements vs. food (25:43) Wild-caught vs. farm-raised fish (28:44) Organic vs. non-organic vegetables (36:14) On macronutrients (40:20) How protein levels differ in different foods (45:27) The best morning smoothie recipe (54:48) Dr. Patrick grades Shane's "GOAT" smoothie recipe (59:14) Grass-fed vs. non-grass fed (01:04:40) On vitamin D (Is sunscreen killing us more than the sun?) (01:19:48) Deliberate heat and cold exposure (01:44:27) Top three behavioral and diet interventions for life and health improvements Watch the episode on YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos] (https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos) Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 600k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [https://fs.blog/newsletter/] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [https://fs.blog/clear/] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. [https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet] (https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet) Shopify: Making commerce better for everyone. [https://www.shopify.com/shane] (https://www.shopify.com/shane) ... Read more

02 Apr 2024

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:43

02 Apr 2024

#190

#190 Brad Jacobs: Building a Business Empire

Throughout his tenure, Brad Jacobs has built multiple billion-dollar companies. While there is no "playbook" for growing a business, he focuses on a few factors above all else in every company he operates, and in this conversation, he reveals them all. Shane and Jacobs discuss how to read anyone during an interview through a series of intentional questions, the exciting role of AI and technology in the future of business, and where money-making ideas hide in companies. Jacobs also shares how his training in math and music made him a better business operator, the one thing he focuses on to grow his businesses, how to spot big trends before everyone else, and the only thing a company should focus on for success. Brad Jacobs has started five companies from scratch and led each to become a billion-dollar or multibillion-dollar enterprise. These include three publicly traded companies: XPO Logistics, where he serves as Chairman and CEO, United Rentals, and United Waste Systems. Before starting XPO in 2011, Jacobs founded United Rentals in 1997 and led the company as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. In 1989, he founded United Waste Systems. (00:00) Intro (04:44) The future of AI (07:21) How to think rationally (08:48) The major trend (10:57) The research process (13:29) On asking better questions (19:35) On rearranging your brain (22:23) On music, math, simplicity, and business (32:26) Leverage, debt, and optionality (35:11) What it takes to take contrarian bets (40:45) Confidence and parents (50:21) Why negative-only feedback is detrimental for employees (56:14) Money lessons (58:13) A deep dive on M&A (Jacobs' secret sauce to growing his companies) (01:07:51) Questions to immediately get to know anyone (01:11:14) On boards and board meetings (01:16:57) On decision-making (01:23:37) The role of capital markets (01:25:41) The type of person you don't want to hire (01:31:16) The best capital allocators (01:33:53) Biggest lesson Jacobs learned from the past year (01:37:20) On success Watch the episode on YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos] (https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos) Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 600k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: [https://fs.blog/newsletter/] (https://fs.blog/newsletter/) My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [https://fs.blog/clear/] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. [https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet] (https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet) Shopify: Making commerce better for everyone. [https://www.shopify.com/shane] (https://www.shopify.com/shane) ... Read more

19 Mar 2024

1 HR 39 MINS

1:39:09

19 Mar 2024

#189

#189 Chris Davis: Three Generations of Wealth

Most families who obtain immense wealth squander it by the third generation. But Chris Davis comes from a family whose grandfather and father all became independently wealthy of each other, and Davis has done the same. How does that keep happening? In this conversation, we find out. Shane and Chris discuss life and investment lessons he learned from his father and grandfather, why writing is more important to clarify one's thinking no matter who's reading it, and the surprising benefit of reading physical newspapers and wearing ties to work. Davis also shares his value-investing philosophy, what he learned from working with and meeting Charlie Munger, and what parents can do to raise kids who aren't entitled. Davis talks about his alcohol drink tracker and why it's important to him, why he never puts himself in situations where envy can grow, and the insights from Warren Buffett's key letter about why investment managers underperform. Chris Davis is on the board of Berkshire Hathaway and The Coca-Cola Company. Davis is Chairman of Davis Selected Advisers-NY, Inc., an independent investment management firm founded in 1969. Davis joined Davis Selected Advisers-NY, Inc. in 1989 as a financial analyst, and in 1995, he became a portfolio manager of the firm’s flagship funds. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos Newsletter - I share timeless insights and ideas you can use at work and home. Join over 600k others every Sunday and subscribe to Brain Food. Try it: <a href= "https://fs.blog/newsletter/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://fs.blog/newsletter/</a> My Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - <a href= "https://fs.blog/clear/">https://fs.blog/clear/</a> Follow me: <a href= "https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish">https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish</a> Join our membership: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. <a href= "https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet">https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet</a> (00:00) Intro (03:20) Life lessons Davis learned from his grandfather and father (26:24) The importance of writing things no one reads (36:55) Davis' experiences through financial crises (52:31) Why Davis loves managing a mutual fund (55:49) Why Berkshire Hathaway operates with margin (01:01:05) What is risk? (01:04:02) On low interest rates and their future impact (01:14:46) The mismatched timelines between CEOs, companies, investors, and policy (01:22:19) How Davis and Munger met (01:30:20) Lessons learned from Munger (01:41:29) Why avoiding weaknesses is the ultimate recipe for success (01:55:46) How to raise non-entitled kids and avoid lifestyle creep (01:16:10) On happiness (02:27:00) Good vs. bad board meetings (02:31:34) Three generations of wealth (02:37:15) On success ... Read more

05 Mar 2024

2 HR 41 MINS

2:41:13

05 Mar 2024

#188

#188 Bryan Johnson: Five Habits for Longer Living

What can you do (or avoid) tomorrow to guarantee you can live longer? In this episode, Bryan Johnson reveals the five simple disciplines you can start doing to live healthier and longer. Johnson shares what his daily routine looks like, the ins and outs of his experimentation process, and why he gave his father plasma. Johnson also opens up about the constant hate he receives from people online, how he deals with it all, and what he wishes he'd known when he sold his company. Bryan Johnson is the world's most measured human. Johnson sold his company to PayPal in 2013. Through Project Blueprint, Johnson has achieved metabolic health equal to the top 1.5% of 18 year olds, inflammation 66% lower than the average 10 year old, and reduced his speed of aging by the equivalent of 31 years. Johnson is also the founder of Kernel, creator of the world’s first mainstream non-invasive neuroimaging system; and OS Fund, where he invested in the predictable engineering of atoms, molecules, and organisms. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos Newsletter - Each week I share timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ My New Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - <a href= "https://fs.blog/clear/">https://fs.blog/clear/</a> Follow me: <a href= "https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish">https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish</a> Join our membership: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. <a href= "https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet">https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet</a> Timecodes: (00:00:00) Intro (00:03:45) On biographies (00:08:03) On depression and coping mechanisms (00:14:18) Self-destructive behavior and how to pitch Blueprint to someone (00:26:50) What a day looks like on Blueprint (exercise and what to eat) (00:42:06) How to turn Blueprint protocols into habits (00:45:17) Embracing the hate (00:49:07) The downsides and lessons of making money (00:59:22) The five habits (01:05:09) Why does posture matter? (01:07:48) Relationship between biological health and sexual health (01:09:50) Hair-loss prevention (01:15:46) Sunscreen, plastics, and other miscellaneous impacts on aging (01:18:30) How will AI help us? (01:22:10) On success ... Read more

20 Feb 2024

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:22

20 Feb 2024

#187

#187 Dr. Becky Kennedy: The One Thing You Can Say That Changes Everything

Dr. Becky Kennedy shares the crucial life and parenting skills you need but didn't get taught on regulating emotions, setting boundaries, and the best sentence you can say when a partner tells you something difficult. This episode applies to EVERY relationship in your life, not just your kids. Get ready to parent more effectively with less stress, repair after a disagreement, regulate emotions, and unlock the next level in all of your relationships. Dubbed the “The Millennial Parenting Whisperer” by TIME Magazine, Dr. Kennedy is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. She also hosts “Good Inside with Dr Becky,” the top kids and family show on Apple Podcasts. Follow Becky https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside/ Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos Newsletter - Each week I share timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ My New Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - <a href= "https://fs.blog/clear/">https://fs.blog/clear/</a> Follow me: <a href= "https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish">https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish</a> Join our membership: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. <a href= "https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet">https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet</a> Metalab: https://www.metalab.com ... Read more

06 Feb 2024

1 HR 53 MINS

1:53:45

06 Feb 2024

#186

#186 Tom Gayner: Invest Like The Best

Tom Gayner, CEO of Markel Group, reveals the lessons he’s learned from Charlie Munger and Berkshire Hathaway, how he invests, and the specific way he thinks about opportunity cost. Gayner shares the difference between good debt and bad debt, where he disagrees with Munger, and why he focuses on the basics. This intimate conversation offers a level of insight and honesty that Tom hasn’t offered anywhere else. Gayner is currently the CEO of Markel Group and the Director of The Coca‑Cola Company. He also serves as chairman of the Davis Series Mutual Funds board and on the boards of Graham Holdings and Markel. Listen and Learn. -- Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos Newsletter - Each week I share timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ My New Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - <a href= "https://fs.blog/clear/">https://fs.blog/clear/</a> Follow me: <a href= "https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish">https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish</a> Join our membership: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. <a href= "https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet">https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet</a> Sidebar: Accelerate your career. https://www.sidebar.com/shane Metalab: https://www.metalab.com ... Read more

23 Jan 2024

2 HR 06 MINS

2:06:19

23 Jan 2024

#185

#185 Blake Eastman: Learn to Read Anyone

Blake Eastman has dedicated his entire life to psychology and nonverbal behavior. In 2009 he founded The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral research and education company in New York City which conducts large scale studies on human behavior and uses a wide range of technologies to systematically deconstruct and improve human communication. Eastman dives deep into how we communicate with one another, including the ability to read nonverbal cues, his thoughts on big talkers vs. silent types, how we can communicate with our partners without complaining, the value of watching ourselves communicate on video, understanding the power structures and social dynamics at work, and so much more. Eastman has also served as an adjunct psychology professor at the City University of New York for six years where he taught General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Group Dynamics. He is also a former professional poker player and the founder of School of Cards, the first brick-and-mortar poker school in New York City. Listen and Learn -- Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/theknowledgeproject/videos Newsletter - Each week I share timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ My New Book! Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results is out now - [https://fs.blog/clear/] (https://fs.blog/clear/) Follow me: [https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish] (https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish) Join our membership: [https://fs.blog/membership/] (https://fs.blog/membership/) Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Sleep to power a whole new you. [https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet] (https://www.eightsleep.com/farnamstreet) Sidebar: Accelerate your career. https://www.sidebar.com/shane ... Read more

09 Jan 2024

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:13

09 Jan 2024

#184

#184 Best of 2023: Conversations of the Year

The Knowledge Project closes 2023 with a look back at some of the best conversations of the year. Featuring interviews from nine of the most downloaded and acclaimed episodes of 2023, this collection of conversations offers a variety of insights into the power of intention, how to become a better listener, how to give and receive feedback at work, the Four Pillars of Integrity, facing the realities of life, the importance of having deadlines, taking responsibility, building trust in a large organization, and when to double-down on your plans for success. Guests on this episode include: Mindfulness expert <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/jack-kornfield/">Jack Kornfield</a>, executive coach <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/carolyn-coughlin/">Carloyn Coughlin</a>, organizational expert <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/aaron-dignan/">Aaron Dignan</a>, leadership expert <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/aaron-dignan/">Jim Dethmer</a>, venture capitalist <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/ravi-gupta/">Ravi Gupta</a>, author and Wired co-founder <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/kevin-kelly/">Kevin Kelly</a>, doctor of psychology <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/julie-gurner/">Julie Gurner</a>, veteran CEO <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/frank-slootman/">Frank Slootman</a>, and performance psychologist <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/dr-gio-valiante-1/">Gio Valiante</a>. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: <a href= "https://fs.blog/newsletter/">https://fs.blog/newsletter/</a> Follow Shane on Twitter at: <a href= "https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish">https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish</a> Our Sponsors: [MetaLab] (https://www.metalab.com/) : Helping the world’s top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. [https://www.metalab.com] (https://www.metalab.com/) [Aeropress:] (https://aeropress.com/) Press your perfect cup, every time. <a href= "https://aeropress.com">https://aeropress.com</a> [Sidebar] (https://www.sidebar.com) : Accelerate your career. <a href= "https://www.sidebar.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.sidebar.com</a> ... Read more

26 Dec 2023

1 HR 32 MINS

1:32:00

26 Dec 2023

#183

#183 Paul Assaiante: Learning to Face Your Fears

When Paul Assaiante announced his retirement from coaching the men's squash team at Trinity College in Connecticut earlier this year, it marked the end of the most successful run for any coach in the history of college athletics. During his tenure, Assaiante guided Trinity to 17 national titles, including 13 consecutive championships and 252 wins in a row from 1999 to 2011. On this episode of The Knowledge Project, Assaiante draws on his 30 years of coaching to discuss the lessons he learned during his career. These lessons include how to conquer fear and anxiety, why safety is actually found when facing adversity, the importance of practice, and what's keeping you from reaching your goals. Assaiante is also the author of the 2012 book, Run to the Roar: Coaching to Overcome Fear. Listen and learn. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: <a href= "https://fs.blog/newsletter/">https://fs.blog/newsletter/</a> Follow Shane on Twitter at: <a href= "https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish">https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish</a> Our Sponsors: [MetaLab] (https://www.metalab.com/) : Helping the world’s top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. [https://www.metalab.com] (https://www.metalab.com/) [Aeropress:] (https://aeropress.com/) Press your perfect cup, every time. <a href= "https://aeropress.com">https://aeropress.com</a> [Sidebar] (https://www.sidebar.com) : Accelerate your career. <a href= "https://www.sidebar.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.sidebar.com</a> ... Read more

12 Dec 2023

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12 Dec 2023

#182

#182 Todd Herman: Unleashing Your Secret Identity

We all inhabit different identities throughout our day. Perhaps we’re entrepreneurs or employees, mothers or fathers, athletes or CEOs. But how can you harness the strengths of these different identities to get the best out of yourself? And can these different identities be used to get through tough times? Todd Herman calls on more than two decades of experience working with top performers on performance, strategy, mindset, and execution to discuss his thoughts on peak performance, the value of patience, the fear that prevents us from performing our best, imposter syndrome, and how he worked with Kobe Bryant to build the legendary alter-ego of The Black Mamba. Herman has worked with elite athletes, peak performers, and entrepreneurial leaders for over 22 years. He helps them achieve their most ambitious goals by becoming more resilient, creative, confident, and courageous. He is also the author of the bestselling book The Alter Ego Effect. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: <a href= "https://fs.blog/newsletter/">https://fs.blog/newsletter/</a> Follow Shane on Twitter at: <a href= "https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish">https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish</a> Our Sponsors: [MetaLab] (https://www.metalab.com/) : Helping the world’s top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. [https://www.metalab.com] (https://www.metalab.com/) [Aeropress:] (https://aeropress.com/) Press your perfect cup, every time. <a href= "https://aeropress.com">https://aeropress.com</a> [Vanta:] (https://www.vanta.com) Helping you get compliance-ready, fast. [https://www.vanta.com/] (https://www.vanta.com/) ... Read more

28 Nov 2023

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:25

28 Nov 2023

#181

#181 Dr. Gio Valiante (Part 2): Failure and Success

In the second of a special two-part episode, performance psychologist Dr. Gio Valiante calls on his vast experience working with some of the world’s top athletes and entrepreneurs. Shane and Dr. Valiante discuss thoughts on failure and the fear that holds you back from making the most of your talent, shifting from an ego orientation to a mastery orientation, common misperceptions about success and failure, and how we learn when it’s time to cut our losses and move on to a different challenge. Valiante is regarded as one of the most successful performance coaches in the world. He’s worked extensively with golfers on the PGA and LPGA Tours, Olympic athletes, and leading figures in NCAA football and the NFL, where he served as the Head Performance Coach of the Buffalo Bills. He has also logged over 5,000 hours coaching some of the most sophisticated investors in the world, including hedge fund manager Steve Cohen. Listen to the first part of this special episode on <a href= "https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/dr-gio-valiante-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the Farnam Street blog</a> or wherever you listen to The Knowledge Project. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a> Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: <a href= "https://fs.blog/newsletter/">https://fs.blog/newsletter/</a> Follow Shane on Twitter at: <a href= "https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish">https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish</a> Our Sponsors: [MetaLab] (https://www.metalab.com/) : Helping the world’s top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. [https://www.metalab.com] (https://www.metalab.com/) [Aeropress:] (https://aeropress.com/) Press your perfect cup, every time. <a href= "https://aeropress.com">https://aeropress.com</a> [Vanta:] (https://www.vanta.com) Helping you get compliance-ready, fast. [https://www.vanta.com/] (https://www.vanta.com/) ... Read more

14 Nov 2023

52 MINS

52:24

14 Nov 2023

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