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Every book Chris Voss recommended on podcasts
Chris Voss appears on long-form interview podcasts focusing on performance psychology, communication strategies, and behavioral science, drawing directly from his extensive background as an FBI hostage negotiator. Throughout his conversation on Modern Wisdom, Voss recommended several insightful books that explore human learning, cognitive systems, and skill acquisition. He strongly endorsed Daniel Coyle's book, The Talent Code, citing Coyle's core contention that exceptional skills and confidence are not merely innate traits but are systematically learned and developed through rigorous, targeted practice and deep rehearsal. Additionally, Voss recommended Fiona Murden's book, Mirror Thinking, during a detailed discussion regarding the neuroscience behind the human mirror neuron system and how vocal tonality physically affects listener brain responses. By highlighting these specific works, Voss reinforces his practical insights into how humans develop expertise, read social cues, and navigate complex interpersonal negotiations through scientific understanding and disciplined practice.
Books recommended by Chris Voss
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Mirror Thinking
Mirror Thinking by Fiona Murden is a psychological exploration of the human mirror neuron system and how external behaviors and environments become imprinted upon individuals.
Recommended“recently had fiona murden on who's cognitive psychologist a new book it's called mirror thinking which is exclusively about the mirror system”
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The culture code
The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle is an organizational psychology book that examines what makes successful groups tick and how to build high-performing teams through safety, vulnerability, and shared purpose.
Recommended“daniel coyle wrote a great book called the talent code codes uh coyle's contention is that everything is learned now”
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The talent code
The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle is an investigation into how extreme skill and talent are developed in human beings through deep practice, ignition, and master coaching rather than purely innate gifts.
Recommended“daniel coyle wrote a great book called the talent code codes uh coyle's contention is that everything is learned now”
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Books Chris Voss wrote
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| How To Negotiate Like An FBI Agent - Chris Voss - #237 | Modern Wisdom | 2020-10-26 | 3 |
Other mentions (2: passing, ad reads, own books)
“you know our our first way of saying no is how am i supposed to do that i mean it triggers so much in the other side it's it's it's the opening story in the book never split the difference”
“you know our our first way of saying no is how am I supposed to do that i mean it triggers so much in the other side it's it's it's the opening story in the book never split the difference”