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The War of Art
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Podcasts that mention The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

Lex Fridman Podcast episodes that mention The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Episode: Steven Pressfield: The War of Art | Lex Fridman Podcast #102
Published on June 20, 2020
the following is a conversation with Steven Pressfield author of several powerful nonfiction and historical fiction books including the war of art a book that had a big impact on my life and the life of millions of people whose passion is to create an art science business sport and everywhere else
Lex introduces Steven Pressfield and highlights 'The War of Art' as a book that had a big impact on his life and others.

Modern Wisdom episodes that mention The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Episode: Can The DailyWire Destroy Mainstream Media? - Jeremy Boreing
Published on December 9, 2023
I'd read Steven Pressfield's 'The War of Art' and then 'Turning Pro,' and I thought, 'Wow, imagine what would happen if you treated the pursuit of my chosen career, which is podcasting, like an athlete.'
In this episode, Chris Williamson discusses his experience reading 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, along with another of Pressfield's works, while reflecting on how treating the pursuit of his career in podcasting could be akin to an athlete's dedication.
Episode: Build A Mind That’s Wired For Health & Happiness - Dr Andrew Huberman (4K)
Published on October 30, 2023
Those harder tasks where you have to breach some barrier, some resistance to put it into, you know, Steven Pressfield language, or our friend David Goggins, right? You know, this idea that one has to callous the mind.
In this segment, Chris Williamson discusses the concept of 'resistance' as articulated by Steven Pressfield, highlighting the challenges one must overcome to achieve significant goals. He uses this framework to delve into the nuances of handling difficult tasks.
Episode: 23 Harsh Truths Nobody Wants To Admit - Alex Hormozi (4K)
Published on August 21, 2023
I read Steven pressfield war of art
The host mentions reading 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield as inspiration for 'turning pro' with his podcast.
Episode: How To Defeat Your Self Doubt - Lewis Howes
Published on March 4, 2023
yeah but the war of art thing which is that when you do decide to commit yourself to one thing you learn an awful lot just about the process in general
Chris Williamson mentions the book, implying the author Steven Pressfield from the previous sentence, in the context of committing to one thing.
Episode: Seth Godin - The Practice Of Shipping Creative Work | Modern Wisdom Podcast 241
Published on November 5, 2020
yeah i recently had your friend steven pressfield on the show and i see a lot of parallels between the practice and the war of art and turning pro is that were you influenced by him when writing this book
Chris Williamson mentions Steven Pressfield and his books, seeing parallels between Seth's book ('the practice') and 'the war of art'.
Episode: How To Turn Pro | Steven Pressfield | Modern Wisdom Podcast 220
Published on September 17, 2020
so as a tiny bit of background i read both the war of art and turning pro this year and they had a very profound impact on how i view the things that i do in my life
The host, Chris Williamson, mentions reading 'The War of Art' by the guest, Steven Pressfield, and its profound impact.
Episode: Discover Your Core Values & Operating Principles | Taylor Pearson | Modern Wisdom Podcast 199
Published on July 20, 2020
yeah i mentioned the war of art uh by steven pressfield that's you know i don't know how well-known that is but i like that one a lot
Guest Taylor Pearson mentions The War of Art by Steven Pressfield again as a recommendation.

Monday Morning Podcast episodes that mention The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Episode: Monday Morning Podcast 5-20-19
Published on May 20, 2019
I'm gonna close with the art of the fuck-buddy Okay there's the art of war is the war of art and there's the art of the fuck-buddy
The host mentions 'the war of art' as a comparison to 'the art of the fuck-buddy'.

The Daily Stoic episodes that mention The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Episode: Dr. Peter Attia On Stoicism, Longevity and Improving Your Quality Of Life
Published on December 13, 2023
No, it’s actually a really great illustration of what Steven Pressfield calls the resistance, right?
In this segment, the podcast host refers to a concept known as 'the resistance,' which is derived from Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art.'
Pressfield has a joke in The War of Art, which I guess may not be politically correct, but he says something like it was easier for Hitler to start World War II than it was for him to do his painting.
In this segment, the host references a joke from Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art', discussing a provocative comparison made by Pressfield about the challenges of creativity.
Episode: Morgan Wade On Discipline, Getting Sober, and Finding Balance
Published on November 15, 2023
But I think that's, there's kind of a—there's um Steven Pressfield tells a version of that story also in the War of Art. He's saying that that's the resistance, right?
In this segment, the host discusses the concept of resistance, referencing Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art' to illustrate how individuals often hold back from fully committing to their creative endeavors.
Episode: Steven Pressfield on Discovering Stoicism and Working Without Attachment
Published on November 11, 2023
Because I tend to reread The War of Art or Turning Pro or one of your books when I'm about to start a project. It's just like a nice sort of headspace to get into.
Ryan Holiday shares that he often rereads Steven Pressfield's book, 'The War of Art,' among others, to get into the right mindset before starting a project.
Do you think about the spectrum of people who are able to enjoy 'Gates of Fire' or 'The War of Art'? You have people who have sold hundreds of millions of records that are fans of 'The War of Art', and people who are just thinking about starting.
During the discussion, the host inquires if Steven Pressfield considers the diverse range of readers who enjoy his book, 'The War of Art', highlighting its appeal to both widely successful individuals and those contemplating their creative journeys.
Episode: Rick Rubin on The Creative Act, Overcoming Ego, and Enjoying the Process
Published on June 9, 2023
When somebody does something I guess—even the War of Art—but when somebody does something that is both timely but also has no place in time, that’s something incredible about what art can do. Where it can be everywhere and nowhere current and timeless at the same time.
In this segment, the host refers to the book 'The War of Art' as an example of how art can transcend time, highlighting its ability to be both immediate and timeless.
Episode: Steven Pressfield on Overcoming Resistance and the Value of Discipline
Published on October 6, 2022
As always, I love all your work—'The War of Art,' 'The Artist's Journey,' 'Gates of Fire'—I've loved all your stuff.
In this segment, host Ryan expresses his admiration for the works of guest Steven Pressfield, specifically mentioning *The War of Art* along with other titles like *The Artist's Journey* and *Gates of Fire*.
Episode: CrossFit Athlete Brooke Wells on Reaching Your Potential
Published on May 27, 2022
There's a line in one of Steven Pressfield's books that I love; have you ever read his stuff? No, I haven't, but you would love The War of Art or his novel Gates of Fire—that's amazing. In one of them, a philosopher is talking to Alexander the Great, and Alexander says, 'I have conquered the world; what have you ever done?'
The host expresses admiration for Steven Pressfield's work, specifically mentioning his books The War of Art and Gates of Fire, showcasing a conversation about a philosophical line related to Alexander the Great.
No, I haven't, but you would love The War of Art or his novel Gates of Fire—that's amazing. In one of them, a philosopher is talking to Alexander the Great, and Alexander says, 'I have conquered the world; what have you ever done?'
The host recommends the book 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, mentioning that the guest would really enjoy it.
Episode: Kate Fagan on Facing Death and Accepting Loss (Memento Mori)
Published on March 7, 2022
Yeah, like I was talking to Steven Pressfield who wrote The War of Art, and he talks about, like, the muses. And I'm like, you can't possibly believe that your artistic stuff is coming from the muses.
In this segment, the podcast host discusses a conversation with author Steven Pressfield, highlighting his book 'The War of Art'. They explore the idea of creativity and inspiration, questioning the belief that artistic flow comes from muses, similar to athletes' experiences with receiving creative inspiration.

The Joe Rogan Experience episodes that mention The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2290 - Michael Kosta
Published on March 14, 2025
I mean do you ever read uh pressfield's war of art
Joe Rogan asks Michael Kosta if he has read the book 'War of Art' by Pressfield.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2232 - Josh Brolin
Published on November 21, 2024
Have you ever read Pressfield's The War of Art?
In this segment, Joe Rogan inquires whether Josh Brolin has read a book titled 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2176 - Chad Daniels
Published on July 17, 2024
That's the Steven Pressfield, he swears by it, that the War of Art book is all about the Muse, about summoning the Muse. When you write, there's something weird going on.
Joe Rogan refers to 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, emphasizing its focus on the creative muse and the unique process of writing.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2175 - Sam Tallent
Published on July 11, 2024
I've talked about it too many times, but have you ever read Pressfield's 'War of Art'? Oh, we have a copy of it for you, then!
Joe Rogan mentions the book 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield to his guest Sam Tallent and asks if he has read it. This book is frequently recommended by Joe, who praises its insights on creativity and the discipline required to achieve artistic success. He often shares copies with creative individuals who visit his podcast.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1983 - Kim Congdon & Sara Weinshenk
Published on July 2, 2024
that's the whole premise of the Steven pressfield book The War the war of art I haven't read that one I just started reading the Rick Ruben one
Joe Rogan mentions Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art' and its premise about treating creativity like a muse.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2085 - Charles Wesley Godwin
Published on June 27, 2024
Have you ever read Steven Pressfield's 'The War of Art'? I did, yeah!
In the episode, Joe Rogan inquires whether Charles Wesley Godwin has read 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, which serves as a practical guide to creativity.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1588 - Lawrence Wright
Published on June 27, 2024
it's almost like uh you know pressfield writes about the muse and he writes about it like it's like a real thing like treat it like it's a real thing that is show that you show up and you put in the work
Joe Rogan refers to Steven Pressfield's concept of 'the muse' and the importance of showing up to work, which is central to Pressfield's book 'The War of Art'.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1649 - Michael Easter
Published on June 27, 2024
but pressfield talks about that in the war of art / Have you read that book
Joe Rogan mentions 'The War of Art' and its author, Steven Pressfield, recommending it.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1816 - Gad Saad
Published on June 27, 2024
it's steven pressfield the same guy wrote the war of art i'm in the middle of his second book which i don't like as much as the war of art but turning pro
Joe Rogan mentions this book as being by the same author as 'Turning Pro' and compares the two.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1818 - Christina P
Published on June 27, 2024
i heard i heard you talking about the um the war of art by steven pressfield which i'm a huge fan of that book as well great book
Joe Rogan mentions hearing Christina P talk about this book by Steven Pressfield, and they both express being huge fans of it and its message.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1836 - Ryan Holiday
Published on June 27, 2024
and then i know you like uh steven pressfield
Ryan Holiday mentions Steven Pressfield, whose book is given next.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1901 - Steven Pressfield
Published on June 27, 2024
put your ass where your heart wants to be this is sort of like a war of art type of book
Steven Pressfield describes his memoir as being similar to 'The War of Art'.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1960 - Andrew Schulz
Published on June 27, 2024
that uh you know war of art book is so good man Steven pressfield's book stepen pressfield he's been on the podcast a couple times He wrote this book called The War of Art and it's all about resist resistance and how resistance keeps you from achieving your best possible self It's like your ego and your fears and it's all combined and it creates procrastination yeah and he gives you the tools in this book to try to be a professional to to realize like a professional shows up and a professional works
Joe Rogan mentions Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art' and describes its theme of overcoming resistance and procrastination in creative work.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2104 - Chris Williamson
Published on June 27, 2024
That's what Steven Pressfield's book is all about—The War of Art.
In a conversation with Chris Williamson, Joe Rogan talks about Steven Pressfield's book, The War of Art, highlighting its themes related to the struggles of producing creative work.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #2140 - Francis Foster & Konstantin Kisin
Published on April 24, 2024
No, I have a bunch of copies; I’ve recommended so much that he sent me like a box of... we bought a box back in the L.A. studio and now I would give it to comedians, I’m like, 'Just read this.'
Joe Rogan discusses the book 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, mentioning how he often recommends it to comedians and has distributed many copies.
Oh man, Pressfield talks about it almost like he... he talks... have you read The War of Art?
During the conversation, Joe Rogan and Francis Foster discuss 'The War of Art', a book about overcoming procrastination. Joe references the book and inquires if Francis has read it.
Oh man, Pressfield talks about it almost like he... he talks... have you read The War of Art?
During the discussion on procrastination, Joe Rogan asks his guest, Francis, whether he has read 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, implying the book's relevance to their conversation.
Oh man, Pressfield talks about it almost like he... he talks... have you read The War of Art?
In this segment, Joe Rogan references a key concept from Steven Pressfield's book, 'The War of Art', while discussing procrastination and the author's insights on overcoming creative blocks.
You know that thing from The War of Art that Pressfield talks about?
Francis is referencing a book titled 'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield, discussing themes of resistance and procrastination.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1467 - Jack Carr
Published on April 30, 2020
Steven Pressfield who's become a great friend now he was on this show a while back you look so great it rotates a fire I'll let you two back advance the Afghan campaign and then has those series of books on creativity the war of art
Joe Rogan mentions Steven Pressfield and his series of books on creativity, specifically 'The War of Art'.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1444 - Duncan Trussell
Published on March 19, 2020
that's one of the more it's a productive way to think of it like Pressfield writes about it and press field in the war of art and he's you know he's a very down-to-earth
Duncan Trussell mentions Steven Pressfield and his book 'The War of Art' in the context of the concept of the muse.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1317 - Andrew Santino
Published on June 26, 2019
It's like it just you've got to push past that creepy resistance that steven pressfield wrote about in the war of art It applies not just to art not just to writing replies
Joe Rogan mentions the concept of 'resistance' from Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art' and how it applies to various aspects of life.
Episode: Joe Rogan Experience #1061 - Tom Papa
Published on January 10, 2018
you ever read steven pressfield's book the war of art
Joe Rogan asks Tom Papa if he has read Steven Pressfield's book 'The War of Art'.
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