If Books Could Kill

The airport bestsellers that captured our hearts and ruined our minds

Podcasting since 2022 • 77 episodes

If Books Could Kill

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The Body Keeps The Score

You know that book your friend recommended? The one that rigorously describes the science of trauma, de-stigmatizes abuse and promotes effective treatments? Well here’s the thing: It doesn't actually do that.Thanks to

June 18, 2026 • 1:49:41

Think And Grow Rich

Peter and Michael discuss "Think And Grow Rich," the 1937 classic written by a lifelong fraudster who finds his final mark: You.Where to find us: Our Patreon

May 21, 2026 • 1:03:04

Grit

In 2013, education reformers tried to help poor students the using the best tool at their disposal: The 16th most popular Ted Talk.Special thanks to Marcus Credé! Where to find us:

April 30, 2026 • 1:19:02

CROSSOVER EVENT: Tim Ferriss’s "The 4-Hour Body"

Peter went on Mike's other show, Maintenance Phase, to revisit a biohacking diet book for the boys.Where to find us: Our Patreon

April 16, 2026 • 1:08:18

Bullshit Jobs

Peter and Michael discuss "Bullshit Jobs" by anarchist anthropologist David Graeber. The result: two professional podcasters debating which jobs are real and which jobs are fake.Where to find us:

March 05, 2026 • 1:00:22

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