Bookworm

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• 252: The Book of Elon by Eric Jorgenson 03.07.2026 1ó 28p

  Today's author promises to help us bring purpose and energy to our meaningful work. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to learn from the life of one of the Internet's most enigmatic and colorful characters.Support the ShowUnreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraThe Book of Elon by Eric JorgensonThe Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric JorgensonHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave EvansZip2TeslaSpaceXSid Meier's CivilizationTalking to the InternetHow to Try Again by Steve KambInside the Box by David EpsteinAlchemy by Rory SutherlandMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 251: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara 19.06.2026 1ó 42p

  Today's author and restaurateur shares hospitality lessons learned from turning Eleven Madison Park into the #1 restaurant in the world. Join Mike & Cory as they consider how they, too, can transform ordinary transactions into extraordinary experiences.Support the ShowUnreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraNathan Barry Show with Will Guidara & Brian CanlisThe One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard & Spencer JohnsonRadical Candor by Kim ScottDiary of a CEOIntelligentsiaChemex Coffee BrewerChemex OttomaticSiphon BrewingTheory11Simon Sinek | The Optimism CompanyLeaders Eat Last by Simon SinekThe Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric JorgensenThe Book of Elon by Eric JorgensenMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 250: Design Love In by Marcus Buckingham 05.06.2026 1ó 22p

  Today's author promises to help us unleash the most powerful force in business — love. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to design love in as leaders and experience-makers.Support the ShowBookworm #249: What You’re Made For by George RavelingDesign Love In by Marcus BuckinghamLove + Work by Marcus BuckinghamStrengthsFinderStandOutMac Power Users with Marco ArmentOvercastEOS (Entrepreneur Operating System)Ninety.ioRadical Candor by Kim ScottUnreasonable HospitalityThe Book of ElonThe Almanack of Naval RavikantMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
• 249: What You're Made For by George Raveling 22.05.2026 1ó 22p

  This episode is sponsored by:St. Louis Pen Show: Join us June 25-28. Tickets on sale now!Today's author shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his career working with some of the world's best athletes. Join Mike & Cory as they explore purpose, meaning, and wisdom from a legendary coaching trailblazer.Support the ShowNathan Barry episode on Unreasonable HospitalityWhat You’re Made For by George RavelingMike’s YouTube Video on How He Takes Book NotesMike’s Book Notes vaultRadical Candor by Kim ScottRapt by Winifred GallagherAirHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave EvansThe Second Mountain by David BrooksFrom Strength to Strength by Arthur BrooksDesign Love In by Marcus BuckinghamUnreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraHow to Lead Your Family by Joel BeekeMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 248: How to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans 08.05.2026 1ó 38p

  Today's authors promise to help you build purpose, clarity, and connection without quitting your job, blowing up your life, or starting from scratch. Join Mike & Cory as they consider how to use design thinking to craft lives and careers they love.Support the ShowNathan Barry Show with Bill Burnett & Dave EvansCurrent Reader appThe LibraryHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave EvansDesign Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave EvansFlow by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiFinite & Infinite Games by James CarseMike’s Amateur Advantage NewsletterThe Second Mountain by David BrooksFalling Upward by Richard RohrFrom Strength to Strength by Arthur BrooksWhat You're Made For by George RavelingDesign Love by Marcus BuckinghamMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 247: The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg 24.04.2026 1ó 40p

  This episode is sponsored by:St Louis Pen Show: Join us June 25-28. Tickets on sale now!Today's author promises to give us a guide to creating, contributing, and actualizing our potential amid the craziness of modern life. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to rediscover excellence in their own lives.Support the ShowNathan Barry Show episode with Bill Burnett & Dave EvansBookworm #180: Master of Change by Brad StulbergDiscipline Equals Freedom by Jocko WillinkBookworm #196: Why We Sleep by Matthew WalkerDaily Rituals by Mason CurreyCraft + CommerceHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave EvansWhat You're Made For by George RavelingMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 246: The 6 Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni 10.04.2026 1ó 34p

  This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Vitally: Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Today's author promises to teach us a framework that will change the way we think about work and teams forever. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to identify the type of work that brings them joy and energy, and avoid work that leads to frustration and burnout.Support the ShowMacSparky's Robot Assistant Field GuideThe LibraryLifeTheme CohortThe 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick LencioniSix Thinking Hats by Edward de BonoKolbe A IndexConative Connection by Kathy KolbeSuccess ProfilerThe End of Burnout by Jonathan MaleesicThe Way of Excellence by Brad StulbergHow to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave EvansMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 245: The Science of Storytelling by Will Storr 27.03.2026 1ó 29p

  This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Vitally: Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Today's author (and acclaimed storytelling teacher) promises to teach us how our brains create worlds by being attuned to moments of unexpected change. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to master the science of storytelling.LifeTheme CohortBookworm 244: The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay StanierThe Science of Storytelling by Matthew StorrStoryworthy by Matthew DicksThe Science of Scaling by Dr. Benjamin Hardy & Blake Erickson48 Laws of Power by Robert GreeneInfluence by Robert CialdiniThe Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. TolkienHarry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. RowlingGhost Town Living by Brent UnderwoodRed Rising by Pierce BrownWALL-EThe West WingPhineas and FerbReady Player One by Ernest ClineMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 244: The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier 13.03.2026 1ó 26p

  Today's author promises to transform the way we coach others by offering us seven simple questions. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to level up their own coaching habits.New Media SummitThe LibraryThe Coaching HabitBox of CrayonsMike’s YouTube channelObsidian Starter VaultFree Time by Jenny BlakeJenny’s Free Time ToolkitEssentialism by Greg McKeownPlaying to Win by A. G. Lafley & Roger MartinThe Science of Storytelling by Will Storr6 Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick LencioniPredictable Profits by Stu McLarenSojourners & Strangers by Michael O'BrienMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 243: The End of Burnout by Jonathan Malesic 27.02.2026 1ó 35p

  Have you ever felt "burnt out?" Burnout has become our go-to term for talking about the pressure and dissatisfaction we experience. Today's author shares his own experience and proposes an alternative to our cultural obsession with work. Join Mike & Cory as they explore a new way to think about work, ideals, and dignity.The End of Burnout by Jonathan MalesicBurnout by Christina MaslachIntentional by Chris BaileyMaster Your Motivation by Susan FowlerThe Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay StanierThe Science of Storytelling by Will StorrMike's Rating: ⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
• 242: The Overthinker's Guide to Making Decisions by Joseph Nguyen 13.02.2026 1ó 28p

  Today's author promises to teach us frameworks and principles to help us stop overthinking when trying to decide. Join Mike and Cory as they attempt to escape the endless "what if" loops in their brains and make better (and more intuitive) decisions.Intentional by Chris BaileyClaude Just Game My Obsidian Journaling Workflow a HUGE UpgradeMike’s PKM QuizMike’s Obsidian Report Card FormThe Overthinker’s Guide to Making Decisions by Joseph NguyenDon’t Believe Everything You Think by Joseph NguyenTim Ferris’s Fear Setting ExerciseThe End of Burnout by Jonathan MalesicThe Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay StanierThe Great Gatsby by F. Scott FitzgeraldThe Crucified King by Jeremy TreatMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐
• 241: Intentional by Chris Bailey 30.01.2026 1ó 22p

  Today's author promises to distill a decade of deep research on productivity to deliver a profound, practical, and counterintuitive road map to getting things done. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to live a more intentional life.Support the ShowIntentional by Chris BaileyThe Productivity Project by Chris BaileyThe Library CommunityHyper Focus by Chris BaileyHow to Calm Your Mind by Chris BaileyHow to Train Your Mind by Chris BaileyOvercoming Procrastination CourseThe Overthinker's Guide to Making Decisions by Joseph NguyenDon't Believe Everything You Think by Joseph NguyenThe End of Burnout by Jonathan MalesicRed Rising by Pierce BrownReading the Gospels Wisely by Jonathan PenningtonMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 240: Hacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton & Michaelaaron Flicker 16.01.2026 1ó 29p

  Note: If you're only hearing Mike, delete and redownload the file.Today's authors promise to teach us the behavioral science secrets behind 17 of the world's best brands. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the marketing of the world's biggest brands.Support the ShowNeuYear Focused CalendarCraft + CommerceBandersnatch by Diana Pavloc GlyerHacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton & Michaelaaron FlickerRuby coffee roastersSnickers Feast adThe Social DilemmaBookworm #198: Scarcity Brain by Michael EasterIntentional by Chris BaileyThe Overthinker's Guide to Making Decision by Joseph NguyenGhost Town Living by Brent UnderwoodMike's Rating: ⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
• 239: Proust and The Squid by Maryanne Wolf 02.01.2026 1ó 40p

  Today's author (and neuropsychologist) shows us how and why the human brain has adapted in order to read and write. Join Mike & Cory as they examine the past and consider the future of the reading brain.Support the showNew Bookworm websiteMike’s Live Practical PKM CohortSublimeProust and The Squid by Maryanne WolfReader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf#196: Focus & The Reading Life, with Maryanne WolfBandersnatch by Diana GlyerHow to Read a Book by Mortimer AdlerThe Veldt by Ray BradburyHacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton and MichaelAaron FlickerIntentional by Chris BaileyReady Player One by Ernest ClineMike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• 238: Sketch Your Mind by Zsolt Viczian 19.12.2025 1ó 35p

  Today's author promises to help us build a visual-first system to capture, connect, and use our ideas like never before. Join Mike & Cory as ponder the creative power of the visual zettelkasten.Support the ShowLazy.soSketch Your Mind by Zsolt ViczianA System for Writing by Bob DotoExcalidrawExcalidraw Obsidian pluginExcalibrain Obsidian pluginGoodNotesMindNodeSublimeThe Sketchnote Workbook by Mike RohdeRory's Story CubesProuse and The Squid by Maryanne WolfHacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton and Michaelaaron FlickerIntentional by Chris BaileyMike's Rating: 4.0Cory's Rating: 5.0
• 237: Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz 05.12.2025 1ó 47p

  For years, we’ve been told the answer to burnout is better balance. Today’s author promises to show us a better way. Join Mike and Cory as they examine an alternative approach to ambition.Support the Show Recommend a Book Craft + Commerce Sponsor Games The Pathless Path Premium Hardcover Edition Otterpine Press Bookworm #208: Good Work Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz Practical PKM Hybrid Cohort Bookworm 232: Published Bookworm #234: Sponsor Magnet Blanc Media 8-Week Sabbaticals The Second Mountain by David Brooks Focused 243: 243: The Single Source of Truth is On the Fridge, with Thom Gibson Sketch Your Mind by Zsolt Viczian The Proust & The Squid by Maryanne Wolf Bookworm ShirtsMike's Rating: 3.0Cory's Rating: 3.0
• 236: Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday 21.11.2025 1ó 38p

  Today’s author promises to teach us how to listen more than we talk, to think with nuance, to ruthlessly question our own beliefs, and to develop a method of self-education. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the virtue on which all other virtues depend.Support the Show Recommend a Book Personal Retreat Planner Bookworm #235: Made to Stick Sponsor Games Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday Bookworm #213: Meditations LifeHQ Scrivener Poor Charlie’s Almanack The Deep Life #371: Is It Finally Time to Leave Social Media? Bookworm #201: Right Thing, Right Now Bookworm #158: Discipline is Destiny Bookworm #130: Courage is Calling Focused #239: How to Focus Like a Roman Emperor, with Donald J. Robertson Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz Sketch Your Mind by Zsolt Viczian Excalidraw plugin A System for Writing by Bob Doto Bookworm ShirtsMike's Rating: 5.0Cory's Rating: 4.0
• 235: Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath 07.11.2025 1ó 39p

  Today’s authors promise to help us transform the way we communicate our ideas. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into what makes an idea sticky. Support the Show Recommend a Book Mike’s Personal Retreat video NaNoWriMo The Library Sponsor Games Bookworm 234: Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath Storyworth by Matthew Dicks Mike’s 20 Obsidian Quality of Life Tips video Decisive by Chip and Dan Heath Switch by Chip and Dan Heath Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz Bookworm Shirts Mike's Rating: 5.0Cory's Rating: 4.5
• 234: Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore 24.10.2025 1ó 31p

  Today’s author promises to give us the tools we need to turn influence into income. Join Mike & Cory as they consider building their own dream brand partnerships. Support the Show Recommend a Book FC26 The Personal Retreat Planner Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Signature Framework Sponsor Games Creator Wizard Building a Second Brain book Building a Second brain course Morgen Mike’s Morgen Video Creator Flywheels course Justin Welsch Creator MBA Made to Stick by Chip & Dan Heath Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday Bookworm Shirts Mike's Rating: 5.0Cory's Rating: 5.0
• 233: Time Anxiety by Chris Guillebeau 10.10.2025 1ó 28p

  Today’s author promises to give us the antidote to deadline dread, time guilt, and chronic rushing. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to redefine their relationships with the clock. Support the Show Recommend a Book Overcoming Procrastination (Chris Bailey’s course) The Personal Retreat Planner Mike’s Personal Retreat video Time Anxiety by Chris Guillebeau The Technological Society by Jacques Ellul Mike’s essay on cranking vs. creating Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Made to Stick by Chip & Dan Heath Bookworm Shirts Mike's Rating: 4.0Cory's Rating: 3.5