Episode · The Daily Stoic · 2023-01-05

Books mentioned on Jeff Waldman on Craftsmanship, Memento Mori, and Developing Competence

2 books · Watch on YouTube

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

  1. Chuck Klosterman IV

    Chuck Klosterman · at 2:05

    Discussed
    “You and I talked about Chuck Klosterman, and I never—and I interviewed him—but he never talked about this in the book, I don't think.”
    Where to get it
  2. The Obstacle Is the Way

    Ryan Holiday · at 46:44 · mentioned 2 times

    The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday is a bestselling book that popularizes ancient Stoic philosophy by demonstrating how turning obstacles upside down can lead to growth, resilience, and professional success.

    Discussed
    “In 'The Obstacle', I tell this story about Edison when his Menlo Park laboratory burned down.”
    Where to get it