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Every book Tom Papa recommended on podcasts
Tom Papa appears on interview podcasts, sharing insights grounded in comedy, writing discipline, and historical curiosity. Across his conversations on The Joe Rogan Experience, Papa frequently brings up books that have influenced his creative process and worldview. He recommended Steven Pressfield's The War of Art, pointing to it as a valuable guide for understanding and overcoming creative resistance. In addition to direct recommendations, Papa has discussed several historical and literary works during his podcast appearances. He mentioned reading John G. Neihardt's Black Elk Speaks in the context of exploring Native American history, and he brought up Stephen King's novel Christine to discuss the concept of objects holding memories and atmospheric vibes. Papa also discussed reading Osho's The Art of Living and Dying and touched upon controversial self-help literature like L. Ron Hubbard's Dianetics, noting sections that he found logically sound. Through these diverse literary references, Papa reveals an eclectic reading habit that spans creative instruction, spiritual philosophy, and storytelling, seamlessly weaving them into engaging conversational banter.
Books recommended by Tom Papa
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The War of Art
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield is a classic exploration of the creative process that identifies internal psychological barriers and offers strategies to overcome self-imposed resistance.
Recommended“did you ever read steven pressfield's book the war of art no”
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Black Elk Speaks
Black Elk Speaks by John G.
Discussed“I got really into Native American history about uh two years ago two and a half years ago and I read a series of books and one of them was Black Elk speaks”
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Christine
Christine by Stephen King is a horror novel about a malevolent, vintage 1958 Plymouth Fury that possesses a chilling supernatural influence over its teenage owner.
Discussed“remember that movie stephen king movie christine yeah yeah awesome better book book books [ __ ] incredible yeah it's mourinho the book is way more in depth and it's just it's a slower process of the kid who owns the car going crazy”
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Death, Dying and Bereavement
Discussed“I've been reading his book the art shows book the art of living and dying”
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Dianetics
Dianetics by L.
Discussed“there's some stuff in Dianetics that makes very good sense right”
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The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World
Discussed“I've been reading his book the art of living and dying”
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The Art of Living Foundation
Discussed“I've been reading his book the art shows book the art of living and dying”
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Books Tom Papa wrote
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Rogan Experience #1789 - Tom Papa | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2024-06-27 | 1 |
| #1549 - Tom Papa | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2020-10-14 | 1 |
| #1165 - Tom Papa | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2018-08-31 | 4 |
| #1061 - Tom Papa | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2018-01-09 | 1 |
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
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