Dream reading is no longer science fiction. Sleep damage reversal could be a reality. And nightmares? They might become controllable. Dr. Matt Walker unveils these groundbreaking possibilities in sleep science. From antioxidant therapies (Kevin is backing a study here) to brain-zapping sleep enhancers, we're exploring innovations that are revolutionizing our understanding of sleep.

Dr. Matt Walker, is the Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at UC Berkeley and founder of the Center for Human Sleep Science.

Links from the episode:- Kevin’s SubStack Newsletter- Why We Sleep Org (nonprofit)- Oura Ring- Somnee Sleep Device

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[00:00:00] - Introduction and catching up[00:04:40] - Changes in sleep science since Dr. Walker's book publication [00:19:30] - Predicting dreams using brain scanning and machine learning [00:25:20] - The function of dreaming and emotional processing [00:31:20] - Clinical approaches to preventing nightmares [00:35:30] - Ethical concerns about dream prediction technology [00:38:50] - Sleep quality benchmarks and content-based measurements [00:42:40] - Updates on caffeine consumption and sleep [00:52:30] - Temperature regulation for better sleep [01:00:00] - Sleep trackers: accuracy and best practices[01:07:40] - Kevin to fund the sleep study through Substack subscribers [01:09:00] - Details on how listeners can contribute to funding the study[01:12:10] - Discussion of a parasympathetic nervous system stimulation device [01:13:30] - Explanation of the vagus nerve and its role in sleep[01:19:00] - Supplements and sleep aids: what works and what doesn't [01:24:30] - Sex, self-stimulation, and sleep quality [01:27:30] - The impact of sauna usage on sleep (potential future study) [01:32:40] - Brain stimulation techniques for enhancing sleep[01:00:50] - Proposal for a study to mitigate sleep deprivation effects [01:04:00] - Discussion of potential funding methods[01:07:40] - Breakdown of the proposed sleep deprivation study methodology[01:54:30] - Introduction to, StimScience, and the Somnee device [02:05:40] - Closing remarks and information on Dr. Walker's sleep foundation

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Alex Albrecht joins Kevin for a reunion-style episode of Diggnation, and it’s like they never left. Kevin and Alex kick things off by discussing everything from past moments on Diggnation to current events like WWDC announcements, and the evolution of Tesla and Boeing, the latest from Apple.

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Alex Albrecht is known for his significant contributions to technology and entertainment. He is a podcast host, television personality, and tech entrepreneur. Alex gained popularity as the co-host of "The Screen Savers" on TechTV and later co-created and co-hosted the popular podcasts "Diggnation" and "The Totally Rad Show." He has also ventured into directing, writing, and game development.

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• (8:25) Welcome back to Diggnation!


• (14:35) WWDC announcements and Apple's strategies 


• (24:50) Apple watch vitals


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• (35:42) Nvidia hits 3 trillion market cap


• (41:45) Chat GPT becomes Sentient… What do you do?


• (47:15) GameStop and the Wallstreetbets 


• (56:30) Alex shares plan to move to Italy 


• (1:03:10) Boeing concerns 


• (1:10:30) Downfall: The Case Against Boeing


• (1:15:00) Teslas supercharging infrastructure  


• (1:20:50) Sweaty pits? Get botox


• (1:26:39) Apologies and closing   

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Alex Albrecht joins Kevin for a reunion-style episode of Diggnation, and it’s like they never left. Kevin and Alex kick things off by discussing everything from past moments on Diggnation to current events like WWDC announcements, and the evolution of Tesla and Boeing, the latest from Apple.

Guest Bio and Links:

Alex Albrecht is known for his significant contributions to technology and entertainment. He is a podcast host, television personality, and tech entrepreneur. Alex gained popularity as the co-host of "The Screen Savers" on TechTV and later co-created and co-hosted the popular podcasts "Diggnation" and "The Totally Rad Show." He has also ventured into directing, writing, and game development.

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* (0:00) Introduction

* (0:50) LMNT: Electrolyte drink mix. Grab a free sample pack

* (2:18) Manscaped: 20% off precision-engineered grooming tools

* (8:25) Welcome back to Diggnation!

* (14:35) WWDC announcements and Apple's strategies 

* (24:50) Apple watch vitals

* (33:49) Facet: Personalized financial planning. Get your $250 enrollment fee waived

* (35:38) Notion: Try Notion AI for free

* (35:42) Nvidia hits 3 trillion market cap

* (41:45) Chat GPT becomes Sentient… What do you do?

* (47:15) GameStop and the Wallstreetbets 

* (56:30) Alex shares plan to move to Italy 

* (1:03:10) Boeing concerns 

* (1:10:30) Downfall: The Case Against Boeing

* (1:15:00) Teslas supercharging infrastructure  

* (1:20:50) Sweaty pits? Get botox

* (1:26:39) Apologies and closing   

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Alex Albrecht joins Kevins to take a trip down memory lane. They reminisce about Diggnation, and their wildest drunken moments, including the infamous Reno episode and various escapades during live shows. Kevin and Alex share their experiences with Bitcoin mining, discussing their investments' highs and lows, and the perpetual f*ckery of sobriety. Tune in next week for part II, Diggnation style!

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Alex Albrecht is known for his significant contributions to technology and entertainment. He is a podcast host, television personality, and tech entrepreneur. Alex gained popularity as the co-host of "The Screen Savers" on TechTV and later co-created and co-hosted the popular podcasts "Diggnation" and "The Totally Rad Show." He has also ventured into directing, writing, and game development.

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* (4:30) Reno’s drunken chaos 

* (9:00) Hair of the dog 

* (14:55) Reminiscing time in Japan 

* (17:25) Tokyo high-rise party

* (21:10) CoPilot: Free 2 months of Kevin’s favorite personal finance app

* (22:08) Enjoy 30 Free Guided Meditation Sessions with The Way App

* (23:33) Latest for Alex 

* (23:50) Bitcoin mining stories 

* (34:30) Reflecting on health and aging

* (35:19) “Look, if we're lucky, we've got 20 more years of being healthy and able to do whatever we want.”

* (41:10) 90 days without alcohol  

* (48:30) The perpetual f*ckery of sobriety  

* (51:30) Tune in 7/9/24 for a classic Diggnation

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Alex Albrecht joins Kevins to take a trip down memory lane. They reminisce about Diggnation, and their wildest drunken moments, including the infamous Reno episode and various escapades during live shows. Kevin and Alex share their experiences with Bitcoin mining, discussing their investments' highs and lows, and the perpetual f*ckery of sobriety. Tune in next week for part II, Diggnation style!

Guest Bio and Links:
Alex Albrecht is known for his significant contributions to technology and entertainment. He is a podcast host, television personality, and tech entrepreneur. Alex gained popularity as the co-host of "The Screen Savers" on TechTV and later co-created and co-hosted the popular podcasts "Diggnation" and "The Totally Rad Show." He has also ventured into directing, writing, and game development.
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(0:00) Introduction

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(2:17) DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web 

(4:30) Reno’s drunken chaos 

(9:00) Hair of the dog 

(14:55) Reminiscing time in Japan 

(17:25) Tokyo high-rise party

(21:10) CoPilot: Free 2 months of Kevin’s favorite personal finance app


(22:08) Enjoy 30 Free Guided Meditation Sessions with The Way App


(23:33) Latest for Alex 

(23:50) Bitcoin mining stories 

(34:30) Reflecting on health and aging

(35:19) “Look, if we're lucky, we've got 20 more years of being healthy and able to do whatever we want.”


(41:10) 90 days without alcohol  

(48:30) The perpetual f*ckery of sobriety  

(51:30) Tune in 7/9/24 for a classic Diggnation


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Kevin sits down with the renowned author and motivational speaker Simon Sinek. They discuss the importance of understanding one's "why," the journey of building impactful leadership, and the nuances of personal and professional growth. They also explore the dynamics of leadership, the importance of building trust, and the role of vulnerability in personal and professional relationships. Lastly, Simon discusses the 10,000-hour rule and breaks down finite and infinite games in terms of business. 

Guest Bio and Links:

Simon Sinek is a renowned author, motivational speaker, and organizational consultant. He is known for popularizing the concept of "Why," his insights on leadership, culture, and business have inspired millions worldwide. His TED Talk on "How Great Leaders Inspire Action" is one of the most viewed talks on the platform.

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* (3:45) The success of "Start With Why"

* (5:45) The beginning of ‘why, what, how’ 

* (11:55) How to help coach someone to find their ‘why’  

* (14:30) The problem of pursuing a dream job

* (18:30) The importance of vulnerability in leadership

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* (24:50) “To be uncomfortable is probably the single greatest asset you could ever, you know this because nobody who's ever achieved anything in the world did it smoothly.” -S.Sinek

* (27:05) The three most important words for an entrepreneur to learn

* (31:55) The problems with problem-solving mode  

* (32:30) It’s not about the nail

* (34:15) How to listen vs. trying to fix everything during a conflict  

* (36:30) How to find ‘your why’

* (38:35) Simon explains how to find your why through the friends exercise 

* (40:35) “Because what they're doing is articulating the value you have in their life, which is the thing you give to the world, which is your why. And if you do this with multiple friends, you will get very similar, if not the exact same answer, because who you are in the world is the space you fill in all of these people's lives.” (friendship exercise) -S.Sinek  

* (41:55) Question: Can you have multiple ‘whys’ in life?

* (42:45) Using pattern recognition to find your ‘why’ 

* (49:45) The concept of human skills versus hard skills 

* (52:00) Kevin and Simon discuss conflict resolution 

* (58:15) How to deal with being socially awkward 

* (1:08:00) Elon Musk purchasing Twitter  

* (1:12:55) What’s next for Simon 

* (1:14:25) The 10,000 hour rule

* (1:20:00) The concept of finite and infinite games 

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In this episode, Dr. Laurie Santos, a renowned happiness researcher, delves into the intricacies of what makes us happy. With over 35 million downloads, Laurie's popular podcast has captivated audiences by exploring why young people are often unhappy, the habits of very happy people, and the impact of screens on our well-being. Join us as we uncover the evolutionary purpose of negative emotions, the importance of real-life interactions, and the surprising U-shaped curve of happiness throughout our lives.

Show Notes with Timestamps

[00:00:00] - Introduction: Exploring the vast topic of happiness[00:01:00] - Popular podcast with over 35 million downloads[00:02:00] - Why are young people so unhappy?[00:03:00] - Habits of very happy people: Spending time with others and less on screens[00:05:00] - Importance of real-life presence and outdoor activities[00:07:00] - Evolutionary purpose of negative emotions[00:09:00] - Role of boredom in finding meaningful activities[00:11:00] - Screens as a band-aid for boredom[00:13:00] - U-shaped curve of happiness from childhood to midlife[00:15:00] - Strategies for improving happiness in daily life[00:17:00] - The impact of gratitude on happiness[00:19:00] - Social connections and their effect on well-being[00:21:00] - The role of exercise in boosting happiness[00:23:00] - Mindfulness and its benefits[00:25:00] - Finding purpose and meaning in life[00:27:00] - The science behind positive psychology[00:29:00] - Common misconceptions about happiness[00:31:00] - Practical tips for cultivating happiness[00:33:00] - The impact of sleep on mood and happiness[00:35:00] - How to deal with negative emotions constructively[00:37:00] - The influence of diet on mental well-being[00:39:00] - The importance of setting realistic goals[00:41:00] - Overcoming societal pressures and expectations[00:43:00] - The role of creativity and hobbies in happiness[00:45:00] - Building resilience and coping with setbacks[00:47:00] - Conclusion and final thoughts on achieving happiness

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Kevin sits down with Laurie Santos, a renowned Yale professor and happiness expert, to explore the science of happiness. Dr. Santos shares her journey from studying animals to addressing the mental health crisis among students, the impact of technology on well-being, and practical strategies for cultivating happiness in our daily lives. Kevin and Dr. Santos discuss the societal and psychological factors affecting our happiness, the rise of perfectionism, and strategies to counteract hedonic adaptation. Lastly, Dr. Santos emphasizes the benefits of experiencing and accepting negative emotions as part of a psychologically rich life. 
Guest Bio and Links:
Dr. Laurie Santos is a Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University, widely recognized for her work in cognitive science and the science of happiness. She created Yale's most popular course, Psychology and the Good Life, aimed at teaching students about making wiser choices for a happier life, which has drawn significant media attention and led to the online version, The Science of Well-Being, attracting over 4 million learners on Coursera.org. Additionally, she hosts "The Happiness Lab," a podcast exploring happiness research, with over 85 million downloads. Her achievements have earned her numerous awards and recognition as one of Popular Science Magazine’s “Brilliant 10” young minds and a “Leading Campus Celebrity” by Time Magazine.
Listeners can learn more about Dr. Laurie Santos at her website, her podcast, and on IG @lauriesantosofficial 
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(4:00) Laurie explains her pivot to studying happiness 

(6:25) Impact of smartphones and technology on well-being 

(12:00) Neuroscientific disconnect between wanting and liking

(13:30) Overcoming misconceptions about happiness

(15:45) Laurie’s take on job crafting

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(19:00) NordVPN: Huge discount + 4 mo. free of Kevin’s favorite VPN 

(23:15) The role of silence and mindfulness 

(28:50) Technology is fueling perfectionism  

(32:30) Happiness as a U-shaped curve 

(34:00) Time Smart: How to Reclaim Your Time and Live a Happier Life By: Ashley Whillans  

(36:00) The concept of time confetti

(39:30) Hobbies and their role in happiness  

(42:10) The impact of extrinsic rewards on intrinsic motivation

(44:15) The idea of experience stretching a.k.a the hedonic treadmill 

(45:25) Strategies to counteract hedonic adaptation

(57:45) How to Raise An Adult By Julie Lithgott


(59:05) How to take action when the bad days outweigh the good days

(1:02:55) The Happiness Lab 


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Kevin Rose sits down with Cal Newport a New York Times best-selling author, to dissect productivity fundamentals, including three core principles: doing fewer things, working at a natural pace, and obsessing over quality. They explore the historical context of productivity, the impact of technology on work habits, and the role of AI in productivity. Cal shares insights from his latest book, Slow Productivity, and gives practical tips for maintaining deep focus.

Guest Bio and Links:

Cal is an MIT-trained computer science professor at Georgetown University who also writes about the intersections of technology, work, and the quest to find depth in an increasingly distracted world. Cal is known for his unique stance of not using any social media. This decision underscores his deep work philosophy and adds an intriguing layer to his productivity and digital wellness expertise.

Listeners can learn more about Cal Newport at https://www.calnewport.com/, on YouTube - / @calnewportmedia

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Rise and Fall of Getting Things Done

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Show Notes:

0:00 Introduction

1:10 Cal’s latest book: Slow Productivity

2:10 Defining productivity

5:30 Pseudo productivity and the impact of remote work

9:20 The Front Office IT revolution

14:30 ”Time and space are needed to craft important things” -Cal Newport

16:00 Task switching and multitasking

18:00 Why productivity tools don’t stick

24:25 The introduction of AI in the knowledge workspace

30:35 The role of intentional AI

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39:20 Three adaptable principles in the 21st century

47:45 How to prioritize commitments

50:33 Importance of environmental cues in cognitive work

56:00 Handling small tasks and preventing fragmentation

1:05:00 Importance of obsessing over the quality of work

1:05:45 “The other thing that happens when you really start to care about craft, slowness no longer seems artificial or unattainable, but instead begins to seem necessary.” -Cal Newport

1:10:30 Day in the life of Cal Newport

1:20:24 Takeaways from Slow Productivity

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Kevin Rose sits down with Ryan Holiday, a best-selling author and modern Stoic philosopher to discuss Stoic virtues, focusing on the importance of justice as a guiding principle for all other virtues. They discuss how individual actions, even small ones, contribute to a greater societal good. Ryan shares insights from his new book, Right Thing, Right Now, which is out June 11th, 2024. Ryan also explains how justice should be viewed as a verb, not a noun, and gives practical applications explaining why. Kevin and Ryan also speak on the challenges of modern information dissemination, audience capture, and maintaining ethical standards in business and personal life.

Guest Bio and Links:

Ryan Holiday is a writer and media strategist renowned for his stoicism and modern philosophy expertise. He had a successful marketing career at American Apparel. He later founded Brass Check, a creative agency that has advised high-profile clients like Google and bestselling authors such as Neil Strauss, Tony Robbins, and Tim Ferriss. Ryan is the author of twelve books, which have sold over two million copies in thirty languages. 

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* (5:30) Right Thing, Right Now out June 11th, 2024 

* (5:40) Series on the cardinal virtues  

* (6:30) Ryan’s inspiration for his latest book, Right Thing, Right Now  

* (9:00) Justice as a virtue

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* (15:30) Defining justice as a verb and its practical applications

* (21:10) Harry Truman an example of fairness and justice in everyday decisions  

* (28:30) ‘Audience capture’ as an under-discussed problem   

* (30:40) “The decision to do what you think is important, even when it's going to be controversial or painful or cost you some money. I don't even think it's a choice for me. That's the obligation of art in any of the forms that you do it.” -R. Holiday

* (41:00) Question: How do you further yourself? How do you start to embody more of these things over time and practice what you preach? 

* (44:30) Cost of success and the cost of ‘work-life balance’ 

* (46:00) Question: Would you ever write a book on relationships?

* (48:00) Breaking down societal assumptions 

* (52:20) Difference between a great man and a good one

* (58:45) Amor fati 

* (1:03:00) Tribalism explained - politics being the example

* (1:14:10) Takeaways from Right Thing, Right Now 

* (1:14:30) “Purpose of life is good character and then acts for the common good.” -M.Strelitz

* (1:17:30) Twitter/X and closing thoughts  

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