12 Jun 2025
1h 7m

IN-DEPTH: The Art of Non-Conformity (w/ Chris Guillebeau)

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Deep Questions with Cal Newport

In this episode of "In Depth," Cal Newport interviews author Chris Guillebeau about his new book, "TIME ANXIETY," and delves into their shared history in the early days of blogging and online media. They reminisce about the utopian yet challenging pre-social media era, highlighting events like the World Domination Summit and the sense of community among bloggers. The conversation shifts to the evolution of online content creation, the impact of social media and algorithms, and the resurgence of podcasting as a relationship-centric medium. They discuss the challenges of standing out in today's saturated media landscape and explore strategies for managing time and workload, integrating psychological insights to combat time anxiety and cognitive distortions.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Early Days of Blogging

Part 2: Shift in Media Landscape

Part 3: Time Anxiety and Practical Solutions

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