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Tips on Writing a Popular Science Book
2:10:28 - 2:18:56 (08:27)
The speaker read 50-60 popular science books to learn how to write one, and mentions creating beautiful and educational videos/lectures without dumbing material down. They also refer to a colleague who produced a cinematic lecture on emotions.
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The speaker researched and read around 50 to 60 books on popular science writing to develop expertise in the field.
2:10:28 - 2:13:40 (03:11)
Summary
The speaker researched and read around 50 to 60 books on popular science writing to develop expertise in the field. They recommend books such as Naming the Mind by Kurt Danziger and discuss their colleague's cinematic lecture on emotions.
ChapterTips on Writing a Popular Science Book
Episode#140 – Lisa Feldman Barrett: Love, Evolution, and the Human Brain
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The Beak of the Finch is a highly recommended book on evolutionary biology, combining top-notch science with storytelling that is grounded in evidence.
2:13:40 - 2:16:38 (02:57)
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The Beak of the Finch is a highly recommended book on evolutionary biology, combining top-notch science with storytelling that is grounded in evidence.
ChapterTips on Writing a Popular Science Book
Episode#140 – Lisa Feldman Barrett: Love, Evolution, and the Human Brain
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The journey of unexpected and profound love is what makes a good love story.
2:16:38 - 2:18:56 (02:18)
Summary
The journey of unexpected and profound love is what makes a good love story. The Storied Life of A.J. Fierke is another example of a love story where everyone falls in love with the protagonist because of his love for a little baby left at his bookstore.