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Episode: 127

The Knowledge Project: Best of 2021 [The Knowledge Project Ep. #127]

The Knowledge Project closes 2021 with a look back at some of the best conversations of the year. Featuring interviews from 10 of the most downloaded and acclaimed episodes of 2021, this collection of conversations offers a variety of insights into how to make crucial decisions, how to spark creativity, the best ways to avoid …

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Episode: 126

Nancy Sherman: Soldiers and Stoics [The Knowledge Project Ep. #126]

What can we learn from the intersection between the fundamental tenets of Stoicism and military heroism? Author and professor Nancy Sherman uses her extensive experience in both subjects to discuss why there’s much to gain from examining ancient Greek and Roman philosophies and how to use their teachings today. On this episode Sherman explores how …

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Episode: 125

Paul Rabil: Confidence and Competition [The Knowledge Project Ep. #125]

Paul Rabil knows what it takes to reach the top in both sports and business. In this episode, he teaches us the mindsets to succeed, where confidence comes from, and even tells us about the time Bill Belichick recruited him to play in the NFL. Paul Rabil played 14 years as a professional lacrosse player …

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Episode: 124

Douglas Rushkoff: The Perils of Modern Media [The Knowledge Project Ep. #124]

Douglas Rushkoff is obsessed with technology and how it impacts our lives. In this interview, he offers insight into how we shape and are shaped by technology, what’s happening with mainstream media, and some tips on remaining sane online. Rushkoff is an author, professor, and documentarian who focuses on the ways people, culture, and institutions …

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Episode: 123

William Irvine: How To Live a Stoic Life [The Knowledge Project Ep. #123]

Author and philosophy professor William Irvine goes in-depth on Stoicism, and why the fundamental tenets of this ancient philosophy can provide answers to some of the toughest problems in today’s society. On this episode Irvine offers a definition and some useful background on Stoicism and its origins, the original Stoics, their thoughts on failure, their …

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Episode: 122

Robert Cialdini: The Principles of Persuasion [The Knowledge Project Ep. #122]

What are the best strategies to get people to say “Yes” to your requests in life? Acclaimed psychologist Robert Cialdini dives deep into the seven small things that make a huge impact in influencing others, as well as the difference between being influenced and being manipulated into making decisions. What are the tactics, how do …

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Episode: 121

Walter Isaacson: Curiosity Fuels Creativity [The Knowledge Project Ep. #121]

What do Steve Jobs, Leonardo da Vinci, Benjamin Franklin and Jennifer Doudna all have in common? Celebrated journalist and author Walter Isaacson calls upon his years of research to explain how curiosity has always fueled creativity among history’s greatest innovators, and how each of those individuals shaped the world around them. On this episode Issacson …

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Episode: 120

Chris Bosh — Hunger and Greatness [The Knowledge Project Ep. #120]

Two-time NBA champion and 2021 Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Chris Bosh goes in-depth on the skills it takes to become a winner on the basketball court and in life. On this episode Bosh discusses the rare combination of talent and hunger, emulating others before becoming your own person, individual success vs. team success, the …

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Members Only Episode

Allen Campbell: The Foods We Should (And Definitely Shouldn’t) Eat [Members Only]

On this Members Only episode of The Knowledge Project, Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen’s private chef Allen Campbell goes in-depth on all the foods we should and shouldn’t eat to reach peak physical and mental performance. Audio for Members Only Only supporting members have access to the show’s audio in their private feed. Here are …

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Episode: 119

Todd Simkin – Making Better Decisions [The Knowledge Project Ep. #119]

Todd Simkin is Associate Director at Susquehanna International Group, a privately held trading and technology firm. During his 25 years with the company he has held a variety of roles, including responsibility for SIG’s firm-wide education and trader development, where he taught the company’s new traders what questions to ask and what criteria to weigh …

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