Ep. 159: REPLAY: How Much Should I Read?

Because I'm away on vacation these week, I'm replaying a classic show from the Deep Questions archives. This is Episode 109, which originally ran back in June.

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Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.

BOOK REPORT: The Square and the Tower [04:28]

DEEP WORK QUESTIONS

- What should I do if I like my job but dislike the industry? [12:32] - How hard should I push back against a shallow company culture? [17:06] - Is productivity only for people with certain personality types? [25:57] - What is the best strategy for an aspiring academic? [28:22] - Should I ask experts or learn on my own? [30:14] - Can you tell me more about the CIA's mail tubes? [35:36] - How do I get on the New York Times bestseller list? [41:28]

DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS - Is there value in keeping a daily record of significant activity? [50:32] - Can I pursue the deep life if I have mental health issues? [56:46] - Are there wrong ways to pursue the deep life? [1:01:01] - How much time do I (Cal) spend reading? [1:04:48]

Thanks to Jay Kerstens for the intro music and Mark Miles for mastering.

Release date

Lydbog: 27. december 2021