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Cal Newport

Cal Newport

Cal Newport

This podcast features computer science professor and author Cal Newport discussing topics related to productivity, technology, and the challenges of modern digital life. Through solo episodes and interviews, Newport explores how to cultivate focus, manage information overload, and build a more...

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Episodes (Page 2)

Apr 27, 2026 · 0:51:40
Cal Newport advocates for a "cognitive fitness" revolution against digital degradation.
0:51:40
Apr 23, 2026 · 1:13:04
Cal Newport questions the hype around AI advancements in 2026.
1:13:04
Apr 20, 2026 · 1:25:24
Cal Newport and Brad Stulberg discuss building discipline against daily distractions.
1:25:24
Apr 16, 2026 · 0:25:01
Cal Newport debunks the hype around AI like Mythos, questioning its "terrifying" claims.
0:25:01
Apr 13, 2026 · 1:31:00
Cal Newport discusses "slow technology," tools with fewer features and more friction.
1:31:00
Apr 9, 2026 · 0:16:09
Cal Newport critically examines AI news and its impact on jobs.
AI Reality Check
0:16:09
Apr 6, 2026 · 1:03:56
Cal Newport revisits his "Deep Work" principles for the year 2026.
1:03:56
Apr 2, 2026 · 0:20:01
Cal Newport critiques sensationalized AI news, focusing on a specific Axios article.
AI Reality Check
0:20:01
Mar 30, 2026 · 1:17:53
Arthur Brooks discusses technology's role in modern misery and the "Age of Emptiness."
1:17:53
Mar 26, 2026 · 0:30:39
Cal Newport questions if LLMs are a dead-end, citing investor bets.
0:30:39
Mar 23, 2026 · 1:07:32
AI is increasing shallow work and decreasing focus on important tasks for many workers.
1:07:32
Mar 19, 2026 · 0:23:43
Cal Newport debunks sensational AI claims, questioning sentience.
0:23:43
Mar 16, 2026 · 0:55:27
Cal Newport discusses returning to a healthier relationship with smartphones.
0:55:27
Mar 12, 2026 · 0:33:56
Economists generally believe AI will not destroy the economy.
0:33:56
Mar 9, 2026 · 1:27:23
Proposes a 'social media pause' to re-evaluate digital tool usage.
T.K. Coleman
1:27:23
Mar 5, 2026 · 0:29:20
Analyzes recent AI news, including layoffs and LLM capabilities.
Amy Timberlake
0:29:20
Mar 2, 2026 · 1:34:43
Focuses on the importance of a sustainable and effective planning system.
Amy Timberlake
1:34:43
Feb 26, 2026 · 0:18:14
Comments on an article by Matt Shumer regarding AI's impact on work.
0:18:14
Feb 23, 2026 · 1:08:52
Discusses the declining ability to watch full movies, linking it to digital distraction.
1:08:52
Feb 19, 2026 · 0:11:51
Details principles for building an effective morning routine.
0:11:51

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