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Every book Ben Thompson recommended on podcasts

Guest on Cheeky Pint · 1 book · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Ben Thompson is a technology analyst and the author of the Stratechery newsletter. He appeared on the Cheeky Pint podcast to discuss artificial intelligence, advertising, the end of software as a service, and the future of media. During the episode, Thompson brought up the book Getting Things Done by David Allen to illustrate his approach to personal productivity and managing complex digital systems. He praised the work by noting that it is a great book, emphasizing that even if a reader does not adopt the exact system outlined by the author, the book itself is exceptionally useful for organizing one's workflow. Through this recommendation, Thompson provided listeners with practical insights into how he manages his daily professional responsibilities and maintains operational efficiency while running a successful independent digital publication in a fast-paced technology landscape.

Books recommended by Ben Thompson

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  1. Getting Things Done

    David Allen · Recommended · 1 episode

    Getting Things Done by David Allen is a widely influential productivity manual that outlines a systematic method for organizing tasks, clearing the mind, and achieving stress-free efficiency.

    Recommended
    “Like, great book Getting Things Done. Even if you don't use the system, the book is really good.”
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Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
Ben Thompson from Stratechery on AI ads, the end of SaaS, and the future of mediaCheeky Pint2026-02-121