1324: On the Pleasures and Sorrows of Life Without Screens by Cal Newport of Study Hacks Blog on Digital Minimalism

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🗓️ 27 July 2019

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Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog shares his thoughts on the pleasures and sorrows of life without screens. Episode 1324: On the Pleasures and Sorrows of Life Without Screens by Cal Newport of Study Hacks Blog on Digital Minimalism Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004. In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work. His most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals who cultivate their ability to concentrate without distraction will thrive. The original post is located here: http://www.calnewport.com/blog/2019/05/31/on-the-pleasures-and-sorrows-of-life-without-screens/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	One thing we can all agree on, no one wants another energy crisis.
0:07.1	But just talking about it won't make it go away.
0:09.8	Here's what we're actually doing at British Gas.
0:12.2	We're increasing the UK's gas storage so that we can help make energy prices more predictable
0:17.0	for everyone.
0:18.0	And so the 8 million homes and businesses who rely on us for their energy today can rely
0:23.1	on us tomorrow too.
0:25.5	That's enough talking.
0:26.5	Let's get on with it doing.
0:28.4	British Gas.
0:30.5	Dad, I'm hungry.
0:31.9	Right, what do I cook for tea?
0:33.9	McCain chips. These will be good.
0:35.6	You know they'll come out nice and crispy if you cook them in a rye fryer.
0:38.7	Just say, a laxer, open McCain, and a laxer will help you.
0:42.5	What? You mean if I say a laxer, open McCain, a laxer will open the bag of chips for me?
0:46.8	Not literally open the bag of chips for your dad, but a laxer can tell you how to cook them
0:51.0	and give you ideas for tea.
0:52.3	Oh, OK. A laxer, open McCain.
0:54.9	Well done, dad. Such a tech wizard.
0:57.0	Chip, chip, hooray.
0:58.1	Crispy air fryer perfection with McCain.
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