The Read Well Podcast

I’m sharing every book I read in 2024, giving quick reviews to help you decide what to pick up next year. If you’re looking for challenging ideas, deep philosophy, or just a great story, I’ve got recommendations for you.

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Audiobooks are powerful, but too many of us rely on them alone to absorb knowledge. In this video, I share how audiobooks are just the first step in truly learning from a book, and how to build on that initial listen to get a full grasp of complex ideas. I’ll also share my experience with a favorite book and how I used audiobooks to deepen my understanding.

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We all have days when reading feels like a struggle. In this video, I’m sharing my go-to strategies for those low-motivation days and introducing three practical tools that keep me reading even when I don’t feel like it. Plus, I’ll recommend a book that’s been a game-changer for reading more intentionally.

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Not all fiction needs note-taking, but when you find a book with something to say, jotting down your thoughts can deepen the experience. In this episode, I’ll share why I sometimes take notes on fiction, how I set up a dedicated notebook for it, and my process for capturing meaningful insights. Whether it’s a novel packed with ideas or one that just hits home, here’s how I approach notes when fiction gets philosophical.

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In this video, I’m breaking down key lessons from Robert Greene’s “Mastery” and exploring how the path to true skill and understanding might look for readers without mentors. Greene emphasizes learning through apprenticeship—but if you don’t have a guide, I’ll share how you can use books to develop that same depth and expertise.

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I’ve always found that reading helps me slow down enough to actually think. In this episode, I’ll share why I believe that reading tough books makes us better thinkers, not by giving us all the answers, but by making us work for them. I’ll also walk through how I use writing to process and refine the ideas I pick up from books.

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I sit down with Dr. Martin Jacobsen to discuss the downsides of aiming to read a book a week. Dr. Jacobsen shares his experience of getting caught up in the numbers and how it affected the quality of his reading. We explore why slowing down can actually lead to more rewarding reading sessions and how to focus on enjoying the journey, not just the goal.

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In this episode, I’m sharing five unconventional but highly effective ideas that will help you become a better reader. These aren't your typical tips, but they’ve transformed the way I approach books and deepened my understanding. If you’re looking to break out of reading ruts, get more from the books you love, and develop new strategies for learning, this episode is for you. Tune in and explore these surprising methods that can improve your reading habits!

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I didn't always love the books I discuss on this show. In fact, this week I’m revisiting five books I couldn't stand when I was younger. But now? I can't get enough of them. Why the change? Over the years, I've grown as a reader, gained a bit more perspective, and life has shaped the way I connect with these stories. Tune in to hear how my relationship with these books has evolved and why they've become essential reads for me today.

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Join me for a discussion with Maryanne Wolf, author of ”Reader, Come Home,” as we dive into the science of reading and how our brains respond differently to paper and digital formats. We'll also cover practical strategies for reclaiming our attention and becoming better readers. If you’re curious about how technology affects your reading brain, don’t miss this one.

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