The Power Playlist

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A curated journey through the books that shape discipline, influence, psychology, and intentional living. Each episode distills a full book into a clear, actionable deep‑dive for listeners who want to grow but struggle to find time to read.

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Yesterday · 45 min
Organise Tomorrow Today (Dr. Jason Selk & Tom Bartow)
Explore strategic self-mastery in this deep dive into Organise Tomorrow Today by Dr. Jason Selk and Tom Bartow. Learn to prioritise effectively, maximise your time, and master habit formation through "fight-thrus". Discover how to optimise performance by retraining your mind with practical tools designed for professional and personal excellence now.
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Thursday · 46 min
Rich Bitch (Nicole Lapin)
Join us for a deep dive into Rich Bitch by Nicole Lapin, a no-nonsense programme to organise your financial life. We dissect her twelve-step plan, from prioritising debt to smart investing. Learn to stop smiling and nodding and start taking control of your own adventure with these empowering, practical strategies.
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Wednesday · 37 min
Humor, Seriously (Jennifer Aaker)
Join us for a deep dive into Humor, Seriously by Jennifer Aaker. We explore how humour serves as a strategic asset in any organisation. Analysing the behavioural science of levity, we unpack the four humour styles and demonstrate how witticisms can enhance status, foster resilience, and transform your professional relationships.
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Tuesday · 33 min
Lost and Founder (Rand Fishkin)
Join us for a deep dive into Lost and Founder by Rand Fishkin. We explore this painfully honest guide to the startup world, debunking Silicon Valley myths about growth and success. Discover why Fishkin favours transparency and vulnerability while navigating the complex realities of building a massive organisation from scratch.
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Monday · 36 min
The Feeling Good Handbook (David D. Burns)
Join us for a deep dive into The Feeling Good Handbook by David D. Burns. We explore how to recognise cognitive distortions that colour your mood and behaviour. Discover practical techniques to challenge negative thoughts, boost self-esteem, and overcome procrastination. Master your emotions through this revolutionary and clinically proven approach.
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Sunday · 51 min
Behave (Robert Sapolsky)
In this episode, we take a deep dive into Robert Sapolsky’s landmark book, Behave. We explore the biology of human behaviour, analysing actions from immediate neural triggers back through hormones, upbringing, and evolution. Discover how Sapolsky’s interdisciplinary approach offers profound insights into our shared humanity and the potential for change.
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August 22 · 44 min
Mini Habits (Stephen Guise)
Explore the science of lasting behaviour change in this deep dive into Mini Habits by Stephen Guise. We analyse why "stupid small" steps outperform motivation and how to reprogramme your brain’s basal ganglia. Discover a strategy that makes failure impossible and transforms minor daily actions into significant, lifelong, life-changing results.
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August 21 · 33 min
Meet the Frugalwoods (Elizabeth Willard Thames)
Dive into Elizabeth Willard Thames’ Meet the Frugalwoods as we explore the benefits of optimising your lifestyle. We analyse her journey from the urban grind to a Vermont homestead, revealing how extreme frugality facilitates financial independence. Reclaim your time and align your daily spending with your deepest, most meaningful values.
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August 20 · 35 min
Five Stars (Carmine Gallo)
In this episode, we explore Five Stars by Carmine Gallo, a masterclass in the ancient art of persuasion. We analyse how storytelling and empathy serve as the ultimate competitive edge in the age of automation. Learn to utilise Aristotle’s timeless rhetorical proofs to ignite imagination and successfully transform your career.
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August 19 · 36 min
Finding My Virginity (Richard Branson)
Explore Richard Branson’s autobiography, Finding My Virginity, in this deep dive. We analyse the billionaire’s journey through two decades of constant reinvention and audacious risk-taking. From launching Virgin Australia to pioneering humanitarian ventures, discover how Branson’s unique philosophy of doing things for the first time continues to shape his life.
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August 18 · 41 min
Declutter Your Mind (S. J. Scott & Barrie Davenport)
In this episode, we dive into Declutter Your Mind by S.J. Scott and Barrie Davenport. We explore practical strategies for organising your thoughts, prioritising core values, and simplifying your surroundings. Learn how to silence your "monkey mind" through mindfulness habits, allowing you to focus on what truly matters most today.
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August 17 · 54 min
Antifragile (Nassim Nichlas Taleb)
Explore the revolutionary concepts of Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s Antifragile. This deep dive examines how systems thrive under pressure and disorder. We analyse the transition from fragile to robust, exploring the barbell strategy and the power of via negativa. Learn to favour volatility and organise your life to benefit from randomness.
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August 16 · 28 min
Digital Minimalism (Cal Newport)
In this deep dive, we explore Cal Newport’s Digital Minimalism. This philosophy helps us optimise technology use by focusing on activities that support our core values. We discuss the thirty-day digital declutter, reclaiming solitude, and how to prioritise intentional living over mindless digital consumption. Discover how to reclaim your focus.
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August 15 · 40 min
Happy Money (Elizabeth Dunn & Michael Norton)
Join us for a deep dive into Happy Money by Elizabeth Dunn and Michael Norton. We explore how to prioritise experiences, buy time, and invest in others. Recognise the value of small treats and learn to maximise joy through smarter spending behaviours that always favour fulfilment over simple material possessions.
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August 14 · 38 min
De-Escalate (Douglas E. Noll)
In this episode, we explore the transformative concepts in Douglas E. Noll’s book, De-Escalate. Learn to resolve conflict by recognising emotions and ignoring inflammatory words. We dive into affect labelling, a neuroscience-based skill designed to calm anger swiftly, helping you foster deeper connections and maintain composure in any stressful situation.
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August 13 · 34 min
Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done (Larry Bossidy & Ram Charan)
Join us for a deep dive into Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan. We explore how to bridge the gap between goals and results. Learn to optimise your organisation through the three core processes of people, strategy, and operations while fostering a performance-driven behaviour.
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August 12 · 52 min
Algorithms to Live By (Brian Christian & Tom Griffiths)
Join our deep dive into Algorithms to Live By by Brian Christian and Tom Griffiths. We explore how computer science principles help us organise finite time and space. From the 37% rule to prioritising tasks, discover how these algorithms provide a new vocabulary for our lives and our own minds.
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August 11 · 37 min
As A Man Thinketh (James Allen)
In this episode, we explore James Allen’s timeless classic, As A Man Thinketh. We examine how our thoughts shape our character and colour our external circumstances. Discover how to cultivate your mental garden, realise your highest ideals, and find serenity through the disciplined mastery of your own mind and purpose.
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August 10 · 37 min
21 Lesson for the 21st Century (Yuval Noah Harari)
Join us for a deep dive into Yuval Noah Harari’s 21 Lessons for the 21st Century. We explore how the merger of biotechnology and information technology reshapes our global civilisation. From digital dictatorships to the future of work, we analyse the critical challenges defining our complex and disorienting modern era.
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August 9 · 32 min
12 Rules for Life (Jordan Peterson)
Join us for a deep dive into Jordan Peterson’s 12 Rules for Life. We explore the balance between order and chaos, emphasising personal responsibility and the pursuit of meaning. Discover how his principles, from biological hierarchies to the power of truth, help individuals organise their lives and confront inevitable suffering.

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