Bookworm Mike Schmitz and Cory Hixson

The right conversation at the right moment can change everything. Today’s author promises to teach us how to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation.









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Today’s author believes each one of us has within us the potential to be a Master and promises to teach us how to unlock it. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on the path to greatness.









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Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg

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Our current definition of “productivity” is broken. Today’s author promises to give us a roadmap for escaping overload without sacrificing accomplishment. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into Cal Newport’s latest book and attempt to fight back against busyness and overwhelm.









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Today’s author shares twelve technological imperatives that will shape the next thirty years. Join Cory and Mike as they consider the role of AI and other trends and the impact they will have on our lives.









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Lateral Thinking by Edward de Bono

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The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly

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Reader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf

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Bookworm #139: Personal Socrates

Bookworm #124: Liminal Thinking

Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

Mastery by Robert Greene

The Art of Focus by Dan Doe

Every Good Endeavor by Timothy Keller

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Today’s author promises to teach us a practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. Join Cory & Mike as they embark on a journey for clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity.









Mike’s notes for Six Thinking Hats

Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono

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Bookworm #187: Difficult Conversations

Pinnacle by Steve Preda & Gregory Cleary

Bookworm #30: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team

The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly

Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

Triumph of the Lamb by Dennis Johnson

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Do you have trouble learning new things? Today’s authors promise to help us improve our ability to learn based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Join Mike & new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to make the best use of their brains.







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Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe

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Bookworm #94: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg

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The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly

Triumph of the Lamb by Dennis Johnson

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