#4201
Mentioned in 11 episodes
Genius
The Life and Science of Richard Feynman
Book • 1993
This sweeping biography by James Gleick integrates Richard Feynman’s work and life, making it accessible to both laymen and scientists.
It details Feynman’s quick mastery of quantum mechanics, his role in the Manhattan Project, and his contributions to particle physics and quantum electrodynamics.
The book also explores Feynman’s eccentric and irreverent personality, his interactions with other notable physicists, and his impact on the scientific community.
It details Feynman’s quick mastery of quantum mechanics, his role in the Manhattan Project, and his contributions to particle physics and quantum electrodynamics.
The book also explores Feynman’s eccentric and irreverent personality, his interactions with other notable physicists, and his impact on the scientific community.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 11 episodes
Recommended by 
Cal Newport
543 snips
Ep. 2: Improving Concentration, Influential Books, and Figuring Out What to Focus On | DEEP QUESTIONS
Mentioned by 
Derek Thompson
219 snips
The Year's Biggest Breakthroughs in Science and Tech (Feat.: OK, But Seriously, What Is Quantum Computing?)
Mentioned by the podcast host when discussing Feynman's sexist behavior.
144 snips
The Brilliant Mr. Feynman
Mentioned as the definitive Feynman biography.
144 snips
The Brilliant Mr. Feynman
Mentioned by Stephen Dubner as a biography of Richard Feynman.
123 snips
The Vanishing Mr. Feynman
Mentioned when discussing 20th century literature on genius and citing Hans Isaac's book 'Genius'.
55 snips
The myth of genius with Helen Lewis
Mentioned by
Cal Newport
27 snips
Ep. 93: Am I Overcommitted or Bad at Time Management?
Mentioned by 
Brian Keating
18 snips
The Scientists Ep. 2: Pure Genius - The Feynman Method: How a Physicist Rewired the Way We Learn
Mentioned by Jordan Peterson when discussing the difficulty of formulating problems.
13 snips
The World is Your Oyster
Mentioned by 
Helen Lewis
13 snips
657: Helen Lewis - Why Genius Is a Myth, Edison Needed Teams, Self-Promoters Are Overrated, Conspiracy Theories, Shakespeare Needed Luck, and How To Build an Excellent Career
