A Need To Read

By Ed CunninghamEducation Arts Books Self-Improvement

A Need To Read episodes

May 26, 2021 #100 The 100th EdTalk
In this milestone episode I discuss; my learnings from the first 99 episodes, where the podcast is going to go from here, why it’s weird to navigate current social issues with the following I’ve gained, who has inspired me most recently, my recent experiences in therapy and introduce the all-new book-doctor feature.

Books discussed

The Mastery of Love - Don Miguel Ruiz
Lying - Sam Harris
Turning Pro - Steven Pressfield

Please submit your book doctor request to [email protected]

Support

To get 10% off Online Counselling head to: www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

To support the work I do and Join the Book Club head to: www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

To get your own BookBag or Bookmark head to: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

If you need me, pop me an email: [email protected]
49 min
May 24, 2021 #99 How to actually rest with Gabrielle Brown & James Reeves
'If only you'd stop looking, you'd find that there is something fundamentally right with you' - The Book Of Rest

Gabrielle Brown and James Reeves are the authors of 'The Book Of Rest'. A brilliant book that highlights the importance of rest in our busy lives. The book serves as a manual/bible on how to achieve a rested state and will teach you the importance of total self-acceptance in a world that is constantly telling us that we are not enough.

Find more from Gabs and James at https://www.restfulbeing.com/
To grab a copy of The Book Of Rest go here

Support

To get 10% off Online Counselling head to: www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

To support the work I do and Join the Book Club head to: www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

To get your own BookBag or Bookmark head to: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

If you need me, pop me an email: [email protected]

1 hr
May 17, 2021 #98 How to deal with different personalities with Sinead Hegarty
I am joined again by Sinead Hegarty the host of 'The Sinead Says Podcast' to discuss 'Surrounded By idiots' by Thomas Erikson. This book looks into the different personality types and how to deal with them.

Find Sinead on Instagram: @SineadHeg

Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
59 min
May 12, 2021 #97 The Happiness Trap
The Happiness Trap by Dr Russ Harris is one of my most recommended books. It's the most actionable and helpful books about mental health you'll read. I discuss the key points and give you the tools to; diffuse negative thoughts, accept yourself, and set goals in line with your values.

Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
44 min
May 05, 2021 #96 George Pritchard- Raving, Mental health and making it in the music industry
I sat down with George Pritchard the Director of Events at Defected Records. We discuss mental health in the music industry for the customer and the artists, how Defective have managed to GROW through a year of adversity, the impact of recreational drugs on peoples mental health, the importance of the dance community, and a dash of Line Of Duty.

Find George on Instagram: @George.W.Pritchard
Find Defected on Instagram: @DefectedRecords

Books Discussed
Triggers - David Richo
What They Don't Teach You At Harvard Business School - Mark McCormack
Who Moved My Cheese - Spencer Johnson
Think Again - Adam Grant
Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
54 min
May 03, 2021 #95 Emilia Thompson PhD on authenticity & vulnerability
Emilia Thompson PhD is a university lecturer, nutrition myth buster, and nutrition coach she intertwines evidence-based nutritional programming with the equally evidence-based methods of mindfulness, self-compassion, gratitude, and behavior change to support her clients.

In this episode we discuss; values, how the fitness industry is destroying eating habits, my ayahuasca trip, if you can combine holistic healing and science, how to set boundaries, non-violent communication, showing up with authenticity, just how amazing Brene Brown is and the importance of vulnerability.

Books discussed

The Games People Play - Eric Berne
Lying - Sam Harris
Dare To Lead - Brene Brown
Daring Greatly - Brene Brown
Rising Strong - Brene Brown
Power Of Now - Eckhart Tolle
Love Factually - Laura Mucha
Untamed - Glennon Doyle
The Untethered Soul - Michael Singer

Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
1 hr 6 min
April 28, 2021 #94 How to make it in comedy with Russell Kane
Russell Kane is a comedian, screenwriter, podcast host, and actor. In this episode, we discuss; navigating comedy in the age of cancel culture, how to get into comedy, mindset, how books can change your life, and getting a fresh perspective through reading.

Russell will be touring again later in the year, if you want to see him live head to: https://www.russellkane.co.uk/

Books discussed
Son Of A Silverback: Russell Kane
Lifespan: David Sinclair
Surrounded By Idiots: Thomas Erikson
Blackbox Thinking: Matthew Syed
The Party: Elizabeth Day
Extraterrestrial: Avi Loeb
The Sellout: Paul Beatty

Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
57 min
April 25, 2021 #93 The Go-Giver (How giving is the secret to success in life)
'The Go-Giver' by Bob Burg & John David Mann is a business parable about how the secret to success is giving. Paradoxically the more you give in life, the more you get. I cannot tell you how it works but I am living proof of this, the more I've been giving to the world the more I've been getting. This book sums this up very well and is a great way to understand the concept.

Try out some of what is said in this podcast and see how you get on! I'd love to hear any success stories, give me a DM on Instagram or send me an email.

Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
23 min
April 21, 2021 Why people attach to conspiracy theories with David Grimes
David Robert Grimes is an Irish science writer with professional training in physics and cancer biology, who contributes to several media outlets on questions of science and society. He has a diverse range of research interests and is a vocal advocate for increased public understanding of science.

In this episode, we discuss his brilliant book 'The Irrational Ape'. We also discuss; The COVID-19 Vaccine, 911 conspiracies, how the ability to change your mind is admirable, Holocaust denial, and how critical thinking can save you and others around you.

Find all you need for David on www.Davidrobertgrimes.com

Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to [email protected]
1 hr 4 min
April 18, 2021 #91 The Psychology Of Money
Reviewing & discussing the key points of 'The Psychology Of Money' by Morgan Housel. This book summarises what you need to know about wealth and finances, whilst looking at money from a psychological stand-point as well as a historical one. I loved this book and would chuck it in the 'essential reading' pile.

Books discussed
Food For The Soul - Lucy Lord
The Psychology Of Money - Morgan Housel
Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert Kiyosaki
Money - Rob Moore
Support

Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread

BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread

Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread

Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to [email protected]
23 min