Welcome to the Knowledge Project podcast about mastering the best of what other people have

already figured out so you can apply their insights to your life.

I'm your host, Shane Parrish.

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Over the last five years, I've been lucky enough to speak with some of the most incredible

people in the world. When I listen to these past episodes, one thing that stands out for me is how

well the ideas stand the test of time. There is relevant and insightful today as when they were

originally recorded. That's why a few times a year, we go back to earlier episodes, some of which

you may have missed, some of which you might have forgotten, and pull out some key insights around a single theme. The theme for this episode is learning and

thinking. You'll hear Daniel Conman give advice on how to create an environment that's more

conducive to clear thinking and explain ways to improve your intuition. Then Barbara Oakley

will teach you about the two main modes of

thinking, diffuse thinking and focused thinking. You'll hear back-to-back segments from Adam Robinson

on the learning process. Plus, he explains how and why your biggest insights can often feel

illogical at first. Tyler Cowen will then explain how to use online experimentation to develop good judgment.

And finally, Adam Grant will use the idea behind preacher, prosecutor, and politician to explain

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