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The James Altucher Show

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  • James Altucher interviews the world’s leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the “Choose Yourself” story—these are the moments we relate to… when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, all who forged their own paths, found financial freedom and harnessed the power to create more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
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  • Living By the Books | AJ Jacobs on Writing Methods

    Living By the Books | AJ Jacobs on Writing Methods
    May 3 2024
    A Note from James: AJ Jacobs, who has an upcoming book, "The Year of Living Constitutionally", he's a fascinating writer. He basically, instead of just doing research on a topic "Oh, I'm going to do research on the Constitution, I'm going to do research on living healthy, I'm going to do research on the Bible," instead of just researching something and writing a book, which I consider to be boring, he has a completely different way of exploring a topic, and it turns out,and not by accident, it turns out that this is the formula for writing a bestselling, millions-of-copies kind of book.And it's an interesting way to live life. And what I mean is, A. J. really lives what he's writing about. So when he wrote his, one of his early books, The Year of Living Biblically, he lived for a year, literally word by word, as the Bible would suggest he lives. For instance, I'll let A. J. describes and we talk about it in this episode, but in "The Year of Living Constitutionally", which is about to come out he lives the life of someone.Around 1790, living the constitution word for word applying to be a pirate with the Congress. Something which was an article, one of the constitution, if you didn't happen to know. And meanwhile, other books he's had are like, "My Life is An Experiment", where everything was an experiment.For instance, he outsourced arguments with his wife to an outsourcing agency in India. So this turns out to be not only a fascinating way to live a very curious and adventurous life. But again, as I said earlier, it turns out to be a great formula for writing a bestselling book, the kind of formula AI can't really compete with I will add. First, I want to hear about AJ's method, the AJ method of living a life of experience and using that to create stories, adventures, and of course, bestselling books. And he's a very funny guy, so how he incorporates Humor into that. And then next week, we're going to do a whole episode, fascinating episode, the year of living constitutionally, because there's so many issues about the constitution.I didn't know about it. And so many, so much information about the constitution. I didn't even know about it. I used to think I've read it, but it turns out I hadn't. So first off though, the AJ method on writing his own unique brand style of bestseller and living a life of adventure.Episode Description:In this episode of the James Altucher Show, James engages in a fascinating conversation with AJ Jacobs, an esteemed author known for his unique approach to writing and life. Jacobs discusses his upcoming book 'The Puzzler', delves into his method of immersing himself in his subjects, and shares insights from the Year of Living Constitutionally. Jacobs, known for his adventurous lifestyle and humor, describes past projects including outsourcing arguments with his wife to India and living according to the Bible. The episode also covers his visit to a long-termism conference, discussing potential future challenges and the impact of AI. Additionally, AJ and James ponder over the significance of incorporating puzzles into daily life and explore the concept of improving forecasting abilities through understanding probabilities. Episode Summary:00:00 Exploring AJ Jacobs' Unique Approach to Writing and Living02:47 AJ Jacobs: A Deep Dive into His Life and Works03:31 The Fascinating World of Puzzles with AJ Jacobs03:56 AJ's Hermit Life and the Creative Process04:47 Solving the World's Most Baffling Puzzles17:07 The Art of Creativity and Intelligence in Puzzle Solving27:24 Exploring Long-Termism and Future Challenges31:57 The Unheard Stories of Nuclear Near Misses32:19 Exploring the Shadows of the Cold War33:05 The Petrov Day: A Reminder of Nuclear Threat34:29 Unaccounted Nuclear Weapons: A Lingering Threat34:48 Envisioning a Utopian Future Amidst Doom35:42 The Evolution of Technology vs. Environmental Challenges36:54 The AI Dilemma: Potential and Perils37:50 AI's Unintended Consequences: From Paperclips to Pandemics41:19 The YouTube Algorithm: A Case Study in AI's Impact48:32 Addressing the Threat of Authoritarianism52:58 The Importance of Science and Statistics in Society58:15 Rethinking Education: A Focus on Practical Knowledge01:01:34 Long Termism: A New Perspective on Humanity's Future ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and ...
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Mastering the Art of the Interview | Polina Pompliano Returns!

    Mastering the Art of the Interview | Polina Pompliano Returns!
    May 1 2024
    A Note from James:Learning how to be a good interviewer is crucial in life, not just for reporters or podcasters, but because many life situations resemble interviews. Whether you're applying for a job, hiring someone, or meeting someone new at a party, it's beneficial to gather as much information about them as quickly as possible. Additionally, it's important to leave a good impression if that's your goal. Being a skilled interviewer is therefore essential. I'm grateful for my podcast, which has allowed me to study the techniques of some of the best interviewers. Recently, one of the top interviewers, Polina Pompliano, who writes the newsletter "The Profile," shared her insights. She has profiled many remarkable people and I recommend googling her. Polina has also written a book, "Hidden Genius," and in a recent issue of her newsletter, she didn't profile someone but instead shared the top 10 techniques for becoming a great interviewer, drawing from the best in the field.I found this immensely valuable, so I invited her to come on the podcast to discuss these techniques and share stories about what makes a good interviewer. Let me know if you find this helpful, but I'm confident it will be valuable. Here's Polina and our conversation on how to excel at interviewing.Episode Description:This episode of The James Altucher Show explores the intricate art of interviewing, broadening its significance from journalism to daily situations like job interviews and social exchanges. Today's interview features a deep dive into interviewing techniques shared by notable figures, including insights from Polina Pompliano's newsletter "The Profile," which covers a diverse spectrum of personalities from billionaires to artists. We explore critical aspects of successful interviews, such as understanding individuals, establishing rapport, the art of storytelling, and mastering public speaking. Ethical considerations in selecting interview subjects and deliberately omitting controversial figures are also discussed. Moreover, the episode examines the importance of connecting with audiences across different platforms, utilizing storytelling effectively, and finding a balance between personal interests and professional development. This in-depth discussion not only captures the essence of interviewing but also emphasizes its importance in improving both personal and professional communication skills.Episode Summary:00:00 Mastering the Art of Interviewing: Insights and Techniques00:51 Polina Pompliano's Insights on Great Interviewing01:35 Exploring Interview Techniques with Polina Pompliano02:19 The Power of Research and Preparation in Interviews03:53 The Art of Interviewing: Learning from the Best05:13 The Impact of Interviewing Skills Beyond Podcasting05:47 Building Intimacy and Trust in Interviews10:37 Overcoming Nerves and Embracing the Interview Process17:24 The Delicate Balance of Challenging and Supporting Interviewees33:42 Joe Rogan's Approach to Engaging Conversations42:05 Decoding David Letterman's Interview Style45:01 The Art of Interviewing: Oprah's Approach47:37 Howard Stern's Unique Interview Technique51:12 Breaking Down Barriers with Sean Evans55:08 Capturing the Essence of a Story: Barbara Walters01:03:44 The Challenge of Interviewing Controversial Figures01:09:21 Exploring Public Speaking and Interview Ethics01:11:53 The Journey of a Masterful Interviewer01:16:52 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to “The James Altucher Show” wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Tim Ferriss: 10 Years Later...

    Tim Ferriss: 10 Years Later...
    Apr 28 2024
    A Note from James: I want to congratulate my friend Tim Ferriss on the 10th anniversary of his podcast. It is such an excellent podcast. It's one of the few podcasts I regularly listen to and I highly recommend it if you don't already listen to it. He's been a great guy, and a great friend over the years. We don't always keep in touch, but I always count him among my long-distance friends, and congratulations to him on having the 10th anniversary of his podcast.I remember when he was first considering the podcast, he was calling around to other podcasters, including me, and he was doing his Tim Ferriss thing of researching and asking people as many questions as possible. And he thoroughly prepared and instantly became one of the. Top five podcasts out there.So congratulations, Tim. This is the first episode on my podcast where Tim was the guest. It brings back fond memories also from 10 years ago. So here's Tim Ferriss being an amazing guest on my podcast. Episode Description:Tim Ferriss has a life-changing surprise for you.It was expensive. I mean, it was expensive for him. It cost him a couple hundred thousand dollars to get. It also wasn't easy. He fought for a year and a half to get it.This is going to change our lives. Yes, both of us.Let me ask you this: What's the one skill you always wanted and don't have?Is it Brazilian jiu-jitsu? Flirting? Playing poker? How to get out of a hostage situation? Whatever it is, you can learn it.You just need to know how to learn. Learning is a skill.Tim Ferriss did a bunch of experiments and mastered learning. In today's show, he reveals the secret to gaining any skill you ever wanted.He FINALLY got digital rights to his TV show, The Tim Ferriss Experiment. It's about how to conquer fear in any skill at 10 times your learning speed. Think of it as MythBusters meets Jason Bourne."My job is to get people from zero percent to the top five percent in six months or less," he says, "The skill I'm refining is meta-learning. It's the toolkit."The best part is that he filmed all 13 experiments. Now it's a show. It's "MythBusters meets Jackass." Clearly, a must watch.I'm going to make my daughter binge-watch it today. Even if she has homework. This is more important. And more valuable.The best part? He's releasing all 13 episodes "House of Cards-style" today.They're available at iTunes.com/timferriss.In The Tim Ferriss Experiment, Tim goes around trying to learn the most difficult skills in the world.Sometimes, he's successful. Other times, he has to pull himself out of having an anxiety attack.In today's interview, Tim reveals why we suck at learning new skills. The best part is that it's not your fault. You can do anything you want. Think about it. People with no legs can run.Listen today to hear how to choose the best teacher, find an unorthodox mentor, alter your technique, and much more.In this episode, you will learn:•What's holding you back from learning the skills you want•How to present yourself in the best way possible•How to find unorthodox mentors and teachers•How to identify outliers•How to learn to learn•What examples you should study when practicing a new skillLinks and resources mentioned in the show:Tim Ferriss Book Club: http://fourhourworkweek.com/category/tim-ferriss-book-club/Extra footage from The Tim Ferriss Experiment: http://fourhourworkweek.com/tv/ Episode Summary:00:00 Celebrating Tim Ferriss: A Decade of Podcasting Excellence01:43 The Launch of Tim Ferriss' TV Show: Behind the Scenes03:52 The Art of Documentary Making: Tim Ferriss' Journey09:31 Navigating the Challenges of TV Show Cancellation13:53 Revolutionizing Content: Tim Ferriss' Strategy for Digital Rights17:31 Exploring the Episodes: A Deep Dive into Tim Ferriss' TV Show33:04 The Fascinating World of Urban Evasion and Escape33:34 Creating a Show: From Novice to Jason Bourne34:41 The Art of Escape: Learning to Outwit Kidnappers35:58 Mastering the Unthinkable: Escaping Duct Tape and Handcuffs37:20 Beyond the Show: The Science of Learning and Memory37:30 Golfing Miracles: From Novice to Pro with Biomechanics38:51 The Meta-Learning Journey: Enhancing Skill Acquisition49:53 Language Learning on Fast-Forward: The Tagalog Challenge54:32 Unconventional Training: Learning from the Unlikely Experts58:49 The Battle for Show Rights: A Lesson in Persistence01:00:41 Meta-Learning and Education: The Future of Skill Acquisition ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0...
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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