Book Summaries by Wise Words
Book summaries, reviews and discussions. We aim to teach the big ideas from the most popular non-fiction books. We cover a wide-range of topics including, psychology, communication, personal development, habits and much more. Our aim is to make sure you learn more in less time. If you enjoyed our podcast make sure to check out our other content on our website: https://wisewords.blog/
Episodes
113 episodes
#102 Useful Not True - Book Summary | Why Truth Doesn’t Matter as Much as You Think
Useful Not True Book Summary | Why Truth Doesn’t Matter as Much as You ThinkWhat if the question “Is this true?” is the wrong one to ask?In Useful Not True, Derek Sivers flips the script on how we think abou...
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Episode 102
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23:57
#101 The Comfort Crisis - Book Summary | Why Discomfort is the Key to Growth
The Comfort Crisis Book Summary | Why Discomfort is the Key to GrowthMichael Easter’s The Comfort Crisis isn’t just a wake-up call—it’s a blueprint for reclaiming strength, resilience, and purpose in a world obsessed with...
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Episode 101
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20:40
#100 Better Small Talk - Book Summary - Go From Awkward to Effortless Conversations
Better Small Talk Book Summary | How to Go From Awkward to Effortless ConversationsWhat if small talk didn’t have to feel fake, forced, or awkward? In Better Small Talk, Patrick King shows that anyone can learn to spark m...
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Episode 100
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25:25
#99 Meditations for Mortals - Book Summary | Oliver Burkeman - Part 1
Meditations for Mortals Book Summary | Oliver Burkeman on Why You’ll Never Get Everything DoneWhat if the key to a meaningful life isn’t doing more—but accepting that you can’t do it all?In this powerful summary of...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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1:15:36
#98 - The Obstacle Is the Way Book Summary | 15 Life-Changing Lessons from Stoic Wisdom
The Obstacle Is the Way Book Summary | 15 Life-Changing Lessons from Stoic WisdomLife rarely goes as planned—we lose jobs, face rejection, and hit painful setbacks. But what if those very obstacles are the way forward?
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Episode 98
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38:56
#97 The Courage to Be Disliked - Concise Book Summary
The Courage to Be Disliked Book Summary | How to Stop Seeking ApprovalMost of us spend our lives trying to be liked. But what if true happiness comes from the exact opposite?Based on the groundbreaking ideas of Alfred Ad...
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Episode 97
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30:56
#96 The Motivation Myth - Concise Book Summary
The Motivation Myth Book Summary | Why Motivation is OverratedJeff Haden’s The Motivation Myth starts with a game-changing idea: Motivation isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you create. If you’ve e...
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Episode 96
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27:17
#95 Master the Art of Reframing: 5 Steps to Change Any Situation
Master the Art of Reframing: 5 Steps to Change Any Situation🧠 This video is a step-by-step guide on how to reframe any situation using a five-step process called F.R.A.M.E. If you've ever felt stuck in negative thinking, ov...
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Episode 95
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21:21
#94 The Let Them Theory - Concise Book Summary
The Let Them Theory Podcast Book Summary | How to Stop Overthinking & Take Back Control🧠 You’re wasting your life trying to control the uncontrollable. The people who don’t text back, the boss who won’t promote you, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 94
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12:16
#93 The Road to Character - Concise Book Summary
The Road to Character Podcast Summary | Rethinking Success and VirtueWhat if everything you’ve been taught about success is missing the most important part? In this episode, we explore The Road to Character by David Brook...
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Episode 93
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22:50
#92 Four Thousand Weeks - Book Summary
Four Thousand Weeks Podcast Summary | Rethinking Time and ProductivityEver feel like there’s never enough time? In this episode, we explore Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman—a profound reexamination of how we think a...
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Episode 92
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58:45
#91 Why Leaders Lie - Concise Book Summary
Why Leaders Lie | Unmasking Deception in PoliticsWhy do leaders lie? In Why Leaders Lie by John Mearsheimer, discover the strategic reasons behind political deception and its consequences. This video unpacks the book’s key ideas, includ...
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Episode 91
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8:24
#90 Revolt of the Public Book Summary
The Revolt of the Public Podcast Summary | Understanding the Crisis of AuthorityEver wondered why trust in governments, media, and institutions is crumbling? In this episode, we dive into The Revolt of the Public by Marti...
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Episode 90
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59:53
#89 How to Decide - Concise Book Summary
How to Decide Podcast Summary | Master the Art of Decision-MakingEver felt stuck making a tough choice or unsure if you're overthinking it? In this episode, we explore How to Decide by Annie Duke—a practical guide to tran...
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Episode 89
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28:04
#88 Nonviolent Communication - Concise Book Summary
Nonviolent Communication Explained: Transform Conflict into ConnectionEver felt misunderstood or unheard? In this episode, we dive into Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg, exploring a revolutionary approach to...
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Episode 88
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25:13
#87 The Death of Expertise - Concise Book Summary
Why is society rejecting expertise, and what are the consequences of this shift? In this episode, we delve into Tom Nichols’ The Death of Expertise, exploring the cultural, psychological, and technological forces driving distrust in ex...
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Episode 87
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19:41
#86 The Six Pillars of Self Esteem - Concise Book Summary
Imagine having the secrets to unshakable self-confidence—a mindset resilient against criticism, self-doubt, and setbacks. In this episode of Wise Words, we dive into Nathaniel Branden's transformative book, The Six Pillars of Self-...
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Episode 86
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19:10
#85 Age of Propaganda - Concise Book Summary
Discover 12 Secret Tools for Persuasion in this actionable summary of Age of Propaganda. This episode dives deep into the best ideas for mastering influence and persuasion, offering practical strategies and psychologi...
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Episode 85
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38:33
#84 How Westminster Works and Why It Doesn’t - Book Summary
Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we’re dissecting How Westminster Works... And Why It Doesn’t by Ian Dunt—a revealing exposé on the dysfunction embedded in British politics and why our government seems ri...
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Episode 84
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2:33:25
#83 Magic Words - Book Summary
Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we’re exploring "Magic Words" by Jonah Berger, a fascinating guide that delves into the power of language and how the right words can change minds, spark action, an...
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Episode 83
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53:23
#82 Exactly What to Say - Book Summary
Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we're diving into Exactly What to Say by Phil M Jones, a powerful guide that shows you how using the right words at the right time can influence conversations and create i...
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Episode 82
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58:31
#81 The Charisma Myth - Book Summary
Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we're diving into "The Charisma Myth" by Olivia Fox Cabane, a groundbreaking book that reveals how anyone can master the art of charisma through practical technique...
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Episode 81
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1:25:11
#80 Never Split the Difference - Book Summary
Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we're breaking down "Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator who shares his expert strategies for winning negotiations in any scenario.In ...
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Episode 80
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1:04:50
#79 Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy - Book Summary
Welcome to the ultimate book summary of 📚 "Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy" by Greg Dean! 🎙️Greg Dean is a trailblazer in comedy education. Forty years ago, he noticed a missing element in the industry: a foundational approach to teachi...
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