Books of Titans Podcast

Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss Plato's 'The Republic', exploring its influence and significance in philosophy, the Socratic method and concept of justice, the potential influence of the book in Jerusalem, and various quotes from the text. They also discuss their current reading choices and plans, expressing excitement about future reading.

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 1 of Erik’s 2018 Reading List – Tribe of Mentors by Timothy Ferriss. Show Notes Discussed by Eric Ripert & Tim Ferriss on episode 268 of The Tim Ferriss Show Podcast Author: Timothy Ferriss (he went with Timothy instead of Tim for this book) Erik’s...The post #30: Tribe of Mentors by Timothy Ferriss appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Two new episodes have been recorded about Blood Meridian that provide a better discussion and more details: Blood Meridian with Erik Rostad Blood Meridian Discussion with Dr. Jason A. Staples & Erik Rostad In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 29 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Blood Meridian...The post #29: Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 28 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin. Show Notes Suggested by Bryan Callen on page 485 in Tools of Titans. Author: Josh Waitzkin Books of Titans Book Review Searching for Bobby Fischer trailer Josh Waitzkin...The post #28: The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 27 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Deep Survival by Laurence Gonzales. Show Notes Suggested by Laird Hamilton on page 94 in Tools of Titans. Author: Laurence Gonzales Books of Titans Book Review Jim Elliot Quote – “I wrestle solely for the...The post #27: Deep Survival by Laurence Gonzales appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 26 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X. Show Notes Suggested by Casey Neistat on page 218 in Tools of Titans. Authors: Malcolm X & Alex Haley Books of Titans Book Review Conked Hair Bootlegger/Baptist...The post #26: The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this special episode, Erik Rostad discusses the genesis of the Books of Titans project, provides an update on the podcast, and talks about what’s coming up in 2018. Erik & Jason will be back on schedule next Friday when they discuss The Autobiography of Malcolm X.The post #25.5 – Special Episode – Thanksgiving Update appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 25 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. Show Notes Suggested by Tim Ferriss and Brian Koppelman on page 225 in Tools of Titans. Author: Julia Cameron Books of Titans Book Review The Philosopher’s Stone Podcast: The...The post #25: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 24 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Ogilvy on Advertising by David Ogilvy. Show Notes Suggested by Noah Kagan on page 328 in Tools of Titans. Author: David Ogilvy Books of Titans Book Review Washington Post – Gatekeepers say gender-neutral pronouns pose...The post #24: Ogilvy on Advertising by David Ogilvy appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jason Staples and Erik Rostad discuss book 23 of the 2017 Books of Titans Reading list – Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me) by Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson. Show Notes Suggested by Peter Attia on page 70 in Tools of Titans. Authors: Carol Tabris & Elliot Aronson Books of Titans...The post #23: Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me) by Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe