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Every book Ed O'Brien recommended on podcasts

Guest on The Rich Roll Podcast · 2 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Ed O'Brien appeared on interview podcasts to discuss his career, personal struggles with mental health, and his journey toward healing. During an episode of The Rich Roll Podcast, O'Brien shared that his wife suggested he read Gabor Maté's book When the Body Says No during a period when he was falling into a deep depression, explaining that the text helped him better understand the lasting impacts of childhood trauma. Later in the same conversation, O'Brien discussed his deep appreciation for solitude and the natural world, comparing his personal feelings and need for green spaces directly to the philosophy and writings of Henry David Thoreau in Walden, noting that spending time immersed in untouched nature serves as an essential refuge for his well-being.

Books recommended by Ed O'Brien

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  1. When the Body Says No

    Gabor Maté · Recommended · 1 episode

    When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress by Dr.

    Recommended
    “Susie said, "I think you should read this book when the body says no."”
    The Rich Roll Podcast Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien on Depression, Trauma & Finding Light Again 2026-06-22
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  2. Walden

    Henry David Thoreau · Discussed · 1 episode

    Walden by Henry David Thoreau is a classic transcendentalist reflection on the value of simplicity, self-reliance, and intentional living in deliberate harmony with nature.

    Discussed
    “You know, that feeling that I have and I I think very much like Thoreau, you know, his writings and Walden that that when I'm in nature, that's my you know, when we're here.”
    The Rich Roll Podcast Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien on Depression, Trauma & Finding Light Again 2026-06-22
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien on Depression, Trauma & Finding Light AgainThe Rich Roll Podcast2026-06-222