Best Graham Seymour Podcasts (2024)

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84. Should we ban social media for kids? Mentioning Jon Haidt, Seymour Skinner, Marc Andreessen... 1:03:51

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Jon Haidt's main points:- No smartphones before high school. Parents should delay children’s entry into round-the-clock internet access by giving only basic phones (phones with limited apps and no internet browser) before ninth grade (roughly age 14). - No social media before 16. Let kids get through the most vulnerable period of brain development …

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83. Do humans need meaning? Are wokeness and Trumpism new age religions? Mentioning Yuval Harari... 1:00:58

2M ago1:00:58

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http://nymag.com/intelligencer/2018/12/andrew-sullivan-americas-new-religions.html“Religion is an attempt to find meaning in events, not a theory that tries to explain the universe.” It exists because we humans are the only species, so far as we can know, who have evolved to know explicitly that, one day in the future, we will die. And this existen…

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82. Is Free Speech Right? Mentioning Sam Harris, Ben Thompson, Yuval Harai & More. 56:53

6M ago56:53

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"Free speech is the master value as it's the value that updates all othe values." “I’m worried that as technology gets more powerful that it’ll be easier for the minorities who want to screw things up, to screw things up.”“Today it’s possible for one person to derange the lives of million, even billions of people.” Sam Harris.Who is worse for free …

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81. What Is Good Parenting? Eastern Vs Western Parenting. Mentioning Amy Chua, Dr Becky Kennedy. 1:00:30

7M ago1:00:30

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What is good parenting = 1. Like school + 2. Have good friends + 3. Good parent / child relationship + 4. Good academic outcomes (top 10%) + 5. Good extra curricula.Eastern and Western parenting. It's important to remember that parenting styles within any culture.1. *Education Focus*: - Eastern: There's often a strong emphasis on academic achieveme…

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80. Is A Colour Blind Society The Answer? Mentioning Jon Haidt, Yascha Mounk, Coleman Hughes & More 55:08

9M ago55:08

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- The Insidious Lie That We Can’t Understand Each Other: https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/identity-trap- A Case for Color Blindness | Coleman Hughes | TED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxB3b7fxMEA- Compelling case for our colourblind Constitution https://www.theaustralian.com.au/commentary/letters/compelling-case-for-our-colourblind-constitu…

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Wisdom and Wanderlust: A Journey from Education to Entrepreneurship with Susanne Graham Tartarilla 55:42

9M ago55:42

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Welcome to the next episode of Fire After 50! Today I talk with childhood friend, Susanne Graham Tartarilla, who after 40 years in education, has recently retired at age 63 and is fearlessly launching her own travel and tour business! We talk inspiration, love of travel, daring to start something big and new after retirement, and the exciting place…

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Inspiring Change through Art, Teaching and Activism- Conversation with Maine Artist, Kim Bernard 57:20

9M ago57:20

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Join me for an inspiring conversation with artist, teacher, entrepreneur, social/community/environmental activist, Kim Bernard! At 58 years old, Kim is living life to its fullest! Her new tattoo reads, "You've only got one life to live, and it's happening right now!" Kim Bernard creates sculpture that is recycled, kinetic, interactive, public and i…

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79. What Makes An Enrepreneur? Mentioning Marc Andreessen, Jay Z, Andrew HUberman & More. 1:02:38

10M ago1:02:38

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Podcast: - Marc Andreessen: How Risk Taking, Innovation & Artificial Intelligence Transform Human Experience- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yixIc1Ai6jMBig 5 personality traits: - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Five_personality_traits- conscientiousness (efficient/organized vs. extravagant/careless)- agreeableness (friendly/compassionate vs. cr…

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Exploring the Stories We Tell Ourselves: Beyond the Narrative with Kara Seymour 1:04:26

10M ago1:04:26

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Join me as I dive quickly into a deep conversation with Kara Seymour who makes her biggest life decisions by intentionally, and with daily practices, listening to and trusting her intuition. We explore the questions, "Who am I without my old stories I tell myself and others?" and "How do we "code" today to let our lives beautifully unfold going for…

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Saved By Grace: Pastor, Prophet and Visionary, Rev. Wendy Miller Olapade 58:30

10M ago58:30

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Join me for a conversation with the charismatic, welcoming, passionate Rev. Wendy Miller Olapade as we talk love, diversity, faith and intuition. You won't want to miss this episode. "With a passion for creative and emerging worship, a heart for justice and extravagant welcome, and the provocative instincts of a prophet; Rev. Wendy brings holy joy,…

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Joy Is My Compass: Wisdom from Breast Cancer Survivor and Author, Donna Markussen 42:30

11M ago42:30

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Listen in while I talk with Donna Markussen, a wife, mother, devoted dog mom, and best-selling author with three books! She's a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and a breast cancer survivor turned advocate. As a caregiver for her husband, who is battling an incurable cancer, Multiple Myeloma, Donna shares her personal journey to undersc…

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78. Vision Vs Delusion. Mentioning Paul Graham, Sam Altman, David Deutsch, Tim Urban & More. 1:01:12

11M ago1:01:12

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Trust = Consistency * Time. Ray Dalio.Bad news early is good news as you have time to do something about it.Anything that isn’t against the laws of physics can be invented. David DeutschThe job of a founder is to find solutions to impossible problems. Sam Altman.People like to talk about the importance of "vision," but ultimately running a startup …

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Yoga, Laughter, and the Secrets of the Body: Terry Littlefield’s Journey with Women of Mid-Century and Beyond 48:51

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Join me for a chat with Terry Littlefield, Court Reporter/educator/actor turned Yoga and Meditation teacher! Terry and I talk about how she incorporates laughter (she is certified in Laughter Yoga:) and going to Cadaver Labs (what?), among many other things, to help women mid-century and beyond achieve and maintain wellness! Terry says, "I was born…

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Layers of Life: Amber Walker Artfully Documents her Journey 45:06

11M ago45:06

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Join me for an intimate, and often vulnerable, conversation with Amber Walker, military veteran, MSW, mom and published Art Journalist. Amber is a self proclaimed "open book," who draws her passion and inspiration for her art from deep within, often intentionally blocking out the noise of outward influences. We talk about her journey of documenting…

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Cultivating Joy through The Healing Energies of Flowers, Herbs and Nature: Debra Bluth, flower essence maker 44:34

12M ago44:34

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Join Debra and me for a discussion around her inspired relationship with flowers, herbs and nature. Debra fuels her passion and joy spending time in nature and cultivating a symbiotic relationship with plants. With a great "listening" of nature and her own intuition, Debra creates healing flower and herb essences that she then shares with others. D…

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77. Inteligence: Built Or Born? Mentioning Lex Fridman, Richard Haier, Sam Harris, Charles Murray. 1:01:02

12M ago1:01:02

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Relevant links:- Mental abilities = 1. Quantity * 2. Quality- Link to what the most popular IQ test consists of. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wechsler_Adult_Intelligence_Scale- Intelligence continuum: inherited (born) <=> built- Lex Fridman Podcast: Richard Haier: IQ Tests, Human Intelligence, and Group Differences | #302 | https://www.youtube.com…

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Art, Passion, and the Sea: Fiona Lygo on designing a life she loves! 44:40

12M ago44:40

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Leaving behind the societal constraints and expectations of a "Surrey Housewife," Fiona Lygo, British landscape and abstract artist, followed her heart to the sea. She finds joy in her Bohemian lifestyle, painting the sea, and walking her five dogs. We chat about the difficulties of being a creative as a child, her 50th birthday being the best of h…

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"Don't Bloody Wait!" Revealing Healing Truths through Her Lens 53:33

1y ago53:33

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An intimate discussion with Kathryn Chapman, a British therapeutic photographer, who is on her own healing path through the use of self portraiture, and who now offers this life transforming experience to other women. Listen as we dive deep into Kathryn's story and also discuss why, as women over the age of 50, we should not "bloody wait," to begin…

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76. Designed Vs Default Expectations. Mentioning Tim Urban, John Gottman, Esther Perel & more 1:05:36

1y ago1:05:36

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- Esther Perel: People used to leave relationships because they were unhappy, now people level them to because they want to be more happy. - Tim Urban: Happiness = Reality - Expectations- John Gottman relationship stages: Phase 1: Falling in Love – Limerence · Phase 2: Building Trust · Phase 3: Building Commitment and Loyalty.- Elon Musk: 'Who wrot…

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75. What Are The Most Enjoyable Things In Your Life? Mentioning Maslow, Buddism, Hedonism & more 1:03:32

1y ago1:03:32

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Relevant links and ideas:- Purpose Vs Play Vs Peace: Plentiful Ingredients For A Pleasant Life. https://www.cloudstreaks.com/blog/2022/4/9/purpose-vs-play-vs-peace-plentiful-ingredients-for-a-pleasant-life- Satisfaction vs Happiness. - Maslow's heirarchy of needs. If you want to contact us please do so at info@cloudstreaks.com…

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74. Intellectual Fragility. Mentioning Jonathan Haidt, Naval Ravikant, Mark Fisher & more 57:09

1y ago57:09

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Relevant articles. - Intellectual fragility: https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/mental-health-liberal-girls- Exiting the Vampire Castle: https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/opendemocracyuk/exiting-vampire-castle/- Naval: the the foundation morality is the creation of an environment that allows for error correction. - Good intentions don't necessaril…

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73. AMA 3 - Discussing cognitive biases, Daniel Kahneman, people management, Charlie Munger, 1:32:39

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If you want to contact us: info@cloudstreaks.comBy Cloud Streaks

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72. Is Cancel Culture Helpful Or Harmful? Mentioning Tim Urban, Jonathan Haidt & More 1:01:49

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Outcome = 1. The issue you care about * 2. The strategy you have to improve things for the issue * 3. The way you interact with others to try and update their views to align more with your... or that you update your views based on interactions with othes. - The last part I think is where Cancel Culture is concerned. - You can agree with the issue b…

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71. Wokeness Vs Trumpism Vs Religion. Mentioning Tim Urban, Jonathan Haidt, Ben Thompson & more 1:04:57

1+ y ago1:04:57

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System of justice or system of revenge. Rule of law or rule of power. "I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." Voltaire. "I disapprove of what you say, and I will find to the death to get you cancelled." Woke culture.https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/mental-health-liberal-girlsThey came to believe that…

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70. AMA 2 - Discussing managing your energy, postive sum conversations, not always being mindful 1:50:20

1+ y ago1:50:20

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If you want to contact us: info@cloudstreaks.comBy Cloud Streaks

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69.Discussing ChatGPT & Sydney. Mentioning Kevin Roose, Nick Bostrom, Ray Kurzweil & Elon Musk 1:02:20

1+ y ago1:02:20

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AGI = Intelligence (can upgrade itself) * Sentience (is self aware)- Bing’s A.I. Chat: ‘I Want to Be Alive. 😈’: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/16/technology/bing-chatbot-transcript.html- Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies. Book by Nick Bostrom. https://www.amazon.com.au/Superintelligence-Dangers-Strategies-Nick-Bostrom-ebook/dp/B00LOOCG…

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68. Mindsets matter: Helpful vs harmful mindsets. Mentioning Martin Seligman, Ben Shapiro, Jo Boaler 1:01:01

1+ y ago1:01:01

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Jo Boaler - Mindset are the biggest thing to help improve maths outcomes. Martin Seligman - You can build resiliance: https://hbr.org/2011/04/building-resilienceDon't be bitter, be better. Post traumtic stress vs Post traumatic growth. Fixed mindset vs Growth mindset. Fictim mindset vs Innovator mindsetLearned helplessness vs Learned help yourselfn…

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67. AMA - Ask Duncan Anything from Jess. Mentioning Trump, Alabnese, Jo Boaler, Nietzsche & more 1:52:44

1+ y ago1:52:44

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If you want to contact us: info@cloudstreaks.comBy Cloud Streaks

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66. The strongest understanding of reality is th foundation upon which everything is built. 53:57

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A core strategy for having a strong understanding of reality is having an objective measure for what progress is. We believe it's possible to have objective measures cover 80% or more of a subjective space.Some ideas discussed: - Diagnose before you prescribe: https://www.cloudstreaks.com/blog/2022/6/25/diagnose-before-you-prescribe-quality-diagnos…

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65. Twitter, A Digital Townsquare & Free Speech Laws. Mentioning Elon, Ben Thompson & more 1:03:56

1+ y ago1:03:56

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Levels of the political system: 1. Politicians. 2. The laws of democracy. 3. The media. 4. Voters. - I consider it easiest to make a difference in the short term through the media and specifically through Twitter. Freedom of speech is not freedom or reach. Free speech doesn't mean one can say anything one wants. - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Un…

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64. How Do People Go From Average To Great? Mentioning Jo Boaler, Carol Dweck, Warren Buffett & more 56:23

2y ago56:23

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Levelling up = Quantity * Quality- Quality is normally a function of past quantity. Over time the quality should improves. Places with ceiling vs ceilingless places. - In ceilingless mental places we believe one can level up indefinitely. Discipline = freedom. Jocko Willink. Discipline = More discipline. - Routine is cruicial to being able to do wh…

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63. Fun - what is it and different types of fun. Mentioning Tony Robins, Robert Kegan & more. 52:08

2y ago52:08

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https://www.cloudstreaks.com/blog/2022/4/9/purpose-vs-play-vs-peace-plentiful-ingredients-for-a-pleasant-life- Work can be fun.- Play can be fun.- Relaxing can be recharging, and a peaceful kind of fun.Progress can be happiness which can be fun.Writing can be fun.By Cloud Streaks

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62. Remote vs in office working. Mentioning Scott Galloway, Paul Graham, Scott Farquhar & more 58:35

2y ago58:35

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The different types of work time: work from home, work from office, meetings, coffees, team lunch, company drinks, team offsite, company offsite. Some balance of all of them is optimal? Work from home is almost like having your own office. Sometimes you want to be in an open office, sometimes in a closed door office. With working from home and in t…

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61. Is The US On Track To Break? Mentioning Stephen West, Ian Shapiro, Newt Gingrich & more 1:05:42

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In this episode we discuss if the US democracy is on track to break. In short we think yes. We discuss a history of governance systems and possible things that could be done to change the course. Here are some of the things mentioned: Transforming Power Relationships: Leadership, Risk, and Hope: https://www.jstor.org/stable/43654046Stephen West and…

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60. To Be A Parent, Or Not To Be A Parent. Mentioning Howard Chilton, Brian Gallagher & more 1:01:56

2y ago1:01:56

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Some interesting resources: - Baby on Board: Understand Your Baby's Needs in the First Twelve Months by Howard Chilton- Love Is Biological Bribery. Evolution uses all its tricks to make sure we procreate. But love in humans is a many-splendored thing. BY BRIAN GALLAGHEROutcome = 1. Category of caring * 2. Length of caring- Categories of caring: con…

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59. Discussing Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart. Mentioning Daniel Goleman & Chip Conley 58:05

2+ y ago58:05

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Listen to: Brené Brown Says You're Doing Feelings Wrong - https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/brene-brown-436Daniel Goleman's emotional intelligence framework:- Self-awareness – the ability to know one's emotions, strengths, weaknesses, drives, values and goals and recognize their impact on others while using gut feelings to guide decisions.…

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58. Management Styles. Mentioning Kim Scott, Andy Grove & Randall Stutman 58:18

2+ y ago58:18

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Parenting Styles ≈ Management Styles- Neglectful, Permissive, Authoritarian, Authoritative and Helicopter.https://www.cloudstreaks.com/blog/2022/2/12/management-styles-be-authoritative-not-permissive-or-helicopterPermissive = High care & Low boundariesNeglectful = Low care & Low boundariesAuthoritarian = Low care & High boundariesAuthoritative = Hi…

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57. Attachment Styles: not just for relationships, but for work, with yourself. 1:00:55

2+ y ago1:00:55

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Attachment styles 1: Secure, Avoidant, Ambivalent, Disorganised. Attachment styles 2: Secure, Anxious, Dismissive, FearfulAttachment styles 3: Secure, Insecure, DysfunctionAttachment styles 4: Cool, Clingy, Stalker, LonerVariables that matter: - low vs high self esteem- low vs high trustContact us at info@cloudstreaks.com…

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56. Common Characteristics Of Charisma. Mentioning Joyce Newman, Allen Grabo & John Antonakis 1:01:34

2+ y ago1:01:34

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Joyce Newman - “Everyone can be charismatic. We are not born charismatic - we cultivate it in many ways. One way is by observing and learning from people who you think are charismatic. You don’t need to copy them, but learn their secrets, try them on and fine-tune them until they fit you. It’s a trial and error process. Bad news is that once you ha…

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55. Common Leadership Characteristics. Mentioning JD Vance, Simon Sinek, George Bernard Shaw 1:02:14

2+ y ago1:02:14

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“The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore, all progress depends on the unreasonable man.” George Bernard ShawLeadership = 1. Vision for how to change the world + 2. Confidence + 3. Inspiring + 4. A source of challenge + 5. Confidence = Not knowing you are right,…

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54. Management styles: Michael Jordan vs Ted Lasso. Mentioning John Mcgrath, John Wooden 1:00:42

3y ago1:00:42

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“There is no "I" in team but there is in win.” Jordan"A champion team will beat a team of champions." John McgrathOutcome = 1. Value of input + 2. How easy you are to work with + 3. Energising / draining for yourself and others.Jordan = Win at all costs. It’s not about life or death.Jordan = Win. Lasso = Belief.The best = 1. The most hours spent up…

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53. Automaticity & the subconsious; mentioning Martin Seligman, Daniel Kahneman, Carl Jung 1:00:50

3y ago1:00:50

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Automaticity: The ability to perform a task by automatic processing, independent of conscious control and attention. Strong automaticity is almost entirely automatic and can be carried out without attention.“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” - Carl JungOne lens: - Unconscious incompetence…

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52. Do you want to be famous? Is fame just reputation? 54:30

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Your profile is a tool and fame is a tool. Take care of your reputation, it’s your most valuable asset. Credibility = Reputation.Is fame just your reputation on steroids?Contact us at info@cloudstreaks.comBy Cloud Streaks

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51. Conversation Outcome = Mindset * Messaging * Message. Mentioning Tim Urban, 58:26

3y ago58:26

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The main article referred to is here: https://www.cloudstreaks.com/blog/2021/8/7/conversation-outcome-1-mindset-2-messaging-3-message1. Positive Sum Conversation Mindset = 1.1 What did I learn? + 1.2 How does the other person feel? 2. Messaging = 2.1 Empathy * 2.2 Word choice * 2.3 Confidence3. Message = 3.1 Quality ideas + 3.2 Ideas put forward ‘l…

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50. Messaging Vs Message; mentioning Jordan Peterson, Ricky Gervais & Carl Jung 59:42

3y ago59:42

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*So sorry, there is an echo in one of the recordings :(. Outcome = Message * Messaging. We've come to believe Messaging is more important than Message.Key questions to ask at the end of a conversation are 1. “What did I learn?” and 2. “How does the other person feel?”1. “What did I learn?” Taxonomy-L1: Why i’m right and defend anything others say a…

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49. Free will vs determinism; mentioning Sam Harris, Shankar Vedantam, Daniel Kahneman 1:02:04

3y ago1:02:04

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Biology vs Nature vs Self Authoring. Useful delusions. - Shankar VedantamThe difference between genius and insanity is success. Areas = 1. Biological programs you can’t change + 2. Subconscious programs you can change + 3. Micro things like tired and hungry + 4. Subconscious + 5. Listening to your subconscious + 6. Willpower. The mind is a great se…

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48. What Is Inspiration In The Context Of Elon Musk, also mentioning Steve Jobs & Simon Sinek 1:01:35

3y ago1:01:35

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Leadership taxonomy: - L-100: 'Leading' through intimidation: - L1: 'Leading through information'- L10: 'Leading through inspiration' 1. Vision * 2. Communication (done well) = 3. Inspiration Inspiration = Vision * Communication * Levelling up * Credibility build through progress * Presentation skillsInspiration = Problem solving ability * Progress…

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47. What Is A Friend - thoughts on different types of friendships 59:33

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Partner types: Relax partner, Party partner, Activity partner, Best friend partner, Laugh partner, Sex partner, Parent partner, Self actualisation partner, etcRelationship activities: 1. stop me from being bored or lonely2. entertainment / relax time3. shared interests / passions4. discussions with the purpose of learning. Eg talk about a article t…

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46. Positive Sum Vs Zero Sum Games - mentioning Adam Robinson, Robert Kegan and more 1:01:40

3+ y ago1:01:40

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One lens you can look at life as: a series of games. Most of the modern world is positive sum. But most of history was zero sum. Do we do a good job at knowing games can be positive sum? How to create positive sum games? How to be a positive sum game player? The best thing in life get better because you make them better. In some respects friendship…

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45. 5 days of Purpose, 1 day of Play & 1 day of Peace 52:02

3+ y ago52:02

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One lens I have for life - there are three types of time: purpose (serious), play and peace (rest). In a normal week I try to do 5 days of Purpose, 1 day of Play and 1 day of Peace.Purpose: 1. Find a way to make the world better => 2. Take on responsibility to make change => 3. Get meaning / purpose => 4. Happiness [4th order happiness]Play: no res…

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