Focused

Episodes

• 257: I Go By Vibes, with Stephen Robles 03.06.2026 1h 15m

  Stephen Robles joins us to talk about reading, intentional technology use, directing AI, and the golden era of the generalist.
• 256: Calendar Modes & Transitions Rituals 19.05.2026 1h

  David & Mike discuss the difference between task triage and time architecture when designing your week and using rituals to help you transition from one task to the next.
• 255: Get Your Machete Out 05.05.2026 59m

  In this feedback episode, David and Mike discuss slowing down, complicated second brains, and the minimum viable productivity system.
• 254: Battling Burnout 21.04.2026 1h 16m

  David & Mike discuss the many different flavors of burnout, why productivity nerds are so susceptible, and what you can do to fight back against this insidious foe of focus.
• 253: Finding Focus in the Midst of Chaos, with David Roth 07.04.2026 1h 4m

  Corporate lawyer David Roth joins to talk about the challenges of staying focused in a fast-paced profession where small mistakes can cost millions of dollars.
• 252: Donkey Work 24.03.2026 1h 15m

  David has a new Field Guide, and both he & Mike discuss the ways they're using AI to have their robot assistants help with the donkey work.
• 251: Not Throwing Away My Shot, with Joe Casabona 10.03.2026 1h 15m

  Podcast coach and Streamlined Soloprenuer founder Joe Casabona joins us to talk about building systems, effective delegation, and when to actually automate.
• 250: Planning Your Week 24.02.2026 1h 8m

  David & Mike discuss how to plan your week and share their own weekly planning workflows.
• 249: What if This Were Easy? with Ernie Svenson 10.02.2026 59m

  David's personal Yoda is back to talk about curiosity, creativity, and the role of AI in focused work.
• 248: Seriously, A Heroic Journey 27.01.2026 57m

  David & Mike discuss the Hero's Journey and how focus can help in your own epic quest.
• 247: Getting Intentional, with Chris Bailey 13.01.2026 1h 9m

  Chris Bailey is back to talk about his new book, The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren't very smart.
• 246: A Cleansing Palette of Joy 30.12.2025 1h 21m

  David & Mike reflect on everything that happened in 2025 and set their intentions for the new year.
• 245: Fashionable & Functional, with Patrick Rhone 16.12.2025 1h 22m

  Patrick Rhone is back to talk about his love for calendars and why curiosity is essential if you want to become a knower of things.
• 244: You're Holding It Wrong 02.12.2025 1h 12m

  David & Mike catch up on listener feedback and discuss productivity myths, focus struggles, and their favorite episodes from the last year.
• 243: The Single Source of Truth is On the Fridge, with Thom Gibson 19.11.2025 1h 21m

  Social Media Content Specialist Thom Gibson joins us to talk about Sunday meetings, journaling in broad strokes, and the struggles that come with working from home.
• 242: The Case for Analog 04.11.2025 1h 10m

  David & Mike revisit the role of analog in their focused workflows and share some of their favorite analog tools.
• 241: Less But Better, with Austin L. Church 21.10.2025 1h 14m

  Freelance business coach Austin L. Church joins us to talk about avoiding burnout and building more sustainable systems.
• 240: Q4 Planning 07.10.2025 1h 26m

  David & Mike attempt to end 2025 on a high note by reviewing the last quarter and planning the next one. Also, Mike made a planner.
• 239: How to Focus Like a Roman Emperor, with Donald J. Robertson 23.09.2025 1h 33m

  Cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist & author Donald J. Robertson joins us to talk about ancient philosophy as a tool for focus.
• 238: Knitting Our Parachutes 10.09.2025 1h 30m

  David & Mike catch up on listener feedback, including how to say no more often, deep vs. shallow work, and when to abandon a focus area. Also, David made an app?!?