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The Power of Obsession with Tim Ferriss
22:07 - 29:26 (07:19)
Tim Ferriss discusses the power of obsession and its importance in learning new things, as well as sharing the story of Miguel de Cervantes, the author of the famous book, Don Quixote.
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In this episode, Tim Ferriss interviews Josh Waitzkin, a chess prodigy, martial arts world champion, and author of "The Art of Learning."
22:07 - 23:39 (01:32)
Summary
In this episode, Tim Ferriss interviews Josh Waitzkin, a chess prodigy, martial arts world champion, and author of "The Art of Learning." They discuss Josh's early life, his love for chess, how he became a master of misdirection, and much more.
ChapterThe Power of Obsession with Tim Ferriss
Episode#245: The Magic, Misdirection, and Mindset of David Blaine
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The close relationship between magic, math and science logic helped make the tricks David Blaine performed so successful.
23:39 - 25:09 (01:29)
Summary
The close relationship between magic, math and science logic helped make the tricks David Blaine performed so successful. He discusses how the skills needed in performance helped develop his stage presence and his own approach to learning.
ChapterThe Power of Obsession with Tim Ferriss
Episode#245: The Magic, Misdirection, and Mindset of David Blaine
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The art of performing magic relies heavily on psychology, including choosing the right target and learning the balance point of personal space to engage and entertain an audience.
25:09 - 26:24 (01:15)
Summary
The art of performing magic relies heavily on psychology, including choosing the right target and learning the balance point of personal space to engage and entertain an audience.
ChapterThe Power of Obsession with Tim Ferriss
Episode#245: The Magic, Misdirection, and Mindset of David Blaine
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Cervantes, the author of Don Quixote, led a difficult and tragic life, and died broke despite the success of his book.
26:24 - 29:26 (03:02)
Summary
Cervantes, the author of Don Quixote, led a difficult and tragic life, and died broke despite the success of his book. He was captured by pirates, made into a slave, and spent time in prison, but his writing has had a lasting impact on literature.