As humans, we're constantly trying to optimise for success and make the most of our time. But have you ever stopped to consider the role that time itself plays in our actions and decisions? I’d propose two types of time to consider: 1. Finite time, which is...
David speaks with Kyle Kowalski, a thoughtful entrepreneur, adult learner, and proponent of slow living. Kyle describes himself as a synthesiser and solopreneur so we got to unpack what that means. This was a very introspective episode. They talked about: * The philosophy of slow living and how it can influence...
Active listening is more than just hearing words, it's a powerful tool that can shape your life and career. In a world where distractions are everywhere and quick fixes are touted as the norm, active listening is a refreshing reminder of what's truly important: human connection....
David speaks with Charles C. Mann, an acclaimed science writer and author of the bestselling books 1491, 1493, and The Wizard and the Prophet. They talked about: * How Christopher Columbus’ inadvertently wiped out up to 90% of the Native American population. * How the humble potato led to European colonialism. * The...
When it comes to authenticating paintings, sometimes the devil really is in the details. Just ask Bernard Berenson, the famous connoisseur of Italian Renaissance art. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it wasn't always easy to tell which paintings were actually created by masters like Michelangelo,...
If you've ever made a decision based on what you think is likely to happen because it's the first thing that comes to mind, you may have fallen victim to the availability heuristic. This mental shortcut is like a magician's misdirection, tricking our brains...
