Episode · The Rich Roll Podcast · 2021-07-12
Books mentioned on Rabbi Mordecai Finley: A Jiu-Jitsu Blackbelt On Moral Philosophy, Virtue & The Inner Pharaoh
Our time is defined by a crisis of consciousness and broken spiritual connection. Driven by a materialist, zero-sum approach to everything, we seek answers in ego, money, power and consumption.
Rabbi Mordecai Finley discussed Genesis by Bernard Beckett and The War of Art by Steven Pressfield.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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Genesis
Genesis is a multifaceted subject encompassing Eric Schmidt's AI exploration and the foundational biblical book of scripture frequently referenced in theological discussions.
Discussed“So it says in the book of Genesis 6:5”
Where to get it
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The War of Art
Steven Pressfield's The War of Art serves as a profound guide for creatives, entrepreneurs, and thinkers seeking to understand and conquer the psychological barriers that hinder productivity and inspiration.
Discussed“Was because when he had already written "The War of Art," and then you heard about, that I'm teaching something very similar.”
Where to get it
Other mentions in this episode (1) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
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