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In this episode of  Playing Books , we dive into one of the most surprising and practical guides to self-discipline, influence, and leadership —  George Washington’s Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior . Long before he became America’s first president, a young Washington copied 110 maxims on etiquette, humility, and moral character — lessons that shaped his destiny and still hold profound releva...

What if fear wasn’t the enemy — but the signal you’re ready to grow? In this powerful episode of  Playing Books , we dive deep into Susan Jeffers’ classic bestseller,  Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway  — a timeless guide that’s helped millions break through self-doubt, anxiety, and indecision. Discover the simple yet transformative ideas that teach you to act despite fear, reclaim your power, and li...

Are you ready to take control of your financial future? In this episode of Playing Books, we dive deep into Benjamin Graham's The Intelligent Investor , the definitive guide to value investing. Forget get-rich-quick schemes – this is about building lasting wealth the smart way. We'll break down Graham's core principles, including: Value Investing 101: Learn how to identify undervalued...

Does God exist? Do you doubt there is a God, or do you have faith in God? In an age of science and skepticism, the big questions about God, suffering, and the meaning of life can feel more intimidating than ever. Is it still possible to be a thinking person and a believer? Or believe in God and having a relationship with Him through JESUS CHRIST doesn't matter at all? This week on Playing Book...

Tired of being buried on page 10 of Google? Ready to unlock the organic traffic you know your business deserves? In this landmark episode of Playing Books, we cut through the noise and go straight to the practicalities of SEO. Let the legendary authors of the industry's definitive bible, "The Art of SEO": Eric Enge, Stephan Spencer, and Jessie C. Stricchiola teach you SEO first-hand....

Step into the sandals of history’s most enigmatic conqueror in this riveting episode of  Playing Books , where we dissect Peter Green’s masterful biography,  Alexander of Macedon, 356–323 B.C. . Far from the sanitized legends, Green paints a vivid portrait of Alexander as a brilliant tactician, ruthless leader, and complex human being—equal parts visionary and tyrant. We explore: How Alexander’s u...

What if you could master the essentials of business—without spending thousands on an MBA? In this episode of  Playing Books , we dive into  The Personal MBA  by Josh Kaufman, a groundbreaking guide that distills the most powerful business principles into practical tools you can use right away. From marketing and sales to systems thinking, decision-making, and value creation, Kaufman shows you how...

In this episode of  Playing Books , we discuss  Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done  by Larry Bossidy, Ram Charan, and Charles Burck—a timeless business classic that redefined leadership by shifting the focus from vision alone to the discipline of making things happen. As  The New York Times  declared,  “A must-read for anyone who cares about business.”  And for good reason. Execution...

In this special episode of Playing Books, we delve into George Orwell’s timeless allegory, Animal Farm —a razor-sharp fable that continues to resonate across generations. What happens when overworked, mistreated animals rise up against their human oppressors, armed with fiery slogans and dreams of equality? At first, hope and justice bloom—but soon, the famous truth emerges:  “All animals are equa...

Hey there, bookworms and history buffs 👋. We are thrilled to share some exciting news about a special episode of the Playing Books podcast. We're exploring the pages of a timeless classic: Anne Frank's The Diary of a Young Girl . This isn't just a book; it's a window into the heart and soul of a young girl facing unimaginable circumstances. We'll explore Anne's powerful words, her dreams, her fea...

In this special episode of the Playing Books Podcast, we explore the enduring legacy of the greatest gifts from our Founding Fathers: The Declaration of Independence (Thomas Jefferson crafted it in June 1776) and The Constitution of the United States (The Constitutional Convention signed it on September 17, 1787). Collected together in this pocket-sized volume, these documents, along with The Bill...

Welcome to the Playing Books Podcast. We have a history episode for you. What if the most dangerous book ever written wasn't locked away, but sitting on a shelf, waiting to be understood? This is the Playing Books podcast. And in our essential new episode, we confront a text that shaped and scarred the twentieth century: Adolf Hitler’s Mein Kampf: Complete Edition. This isn't a summary. It...

In this episode of  Playing Books , we dive deep into the revised and updated edition of the groundbreaking #1 New York Times bestseller  The Startup of You: Adapt, Take Risks, Grow Your Network, and Transform Your Career  by Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn co-founder) and Ben Casnocha (venture capitalist). This isn’t another career-advice cliché. It’s a masterclass in thinking like an entrepreneur—whether...

What does it take to turn a single dime store into the largest retail empire in the world? In this episode of Playing Books, we dive into  Sam Walton: Made in America —the candid and inspiring autobiography of Walmart’s legendary founder. Sam Walton wasn’t born into wealth. He built his success from grit, determination, and the heartland values of hard work, honesty, and thrift. In his own words,...

Are you hunting for a job, dreaming of a career change, or simply longing to make your daily work feel more meaningful? You're not alone. In this transformative episode of Playing Books, we dive into one of the most influential career guides ever written: Richard N. Bolles's What Color Is Your Parachute? With over ten million copies sold, this book is far more than a manual for writing resumes and...

This episode dives into the profound financial lessons learned from Robert Kiyosaki's 'Rich Dad, Poor Dad: What The Rich Teach Their Kids About Money--That The Poor & The Middle Class Do Not.' We'll unpack the core philosophy of having your money work for you, rather than solely working for money. Discover how Kiyosaki's unique upbringing, influenced by two contrasting father figures – his own...

How does the son of a flamboyant, bigamous snake-oil salesman become history's first billionaire and one of its greatest philanthropists? John D. Rockefeller, Sr., is one of the most monumental and enigmatic figures in American history. Was he the cold-blooded monster who built a ruthless monopoly on the backs of his rivals? Or was he a quirky, devout, and misunderstood man who gave away his immen...

What if the secret to career success, influence, and opportunity isn’t talent, luck, or even hard work—but the people you surround yourself with? In  Never Eat Alone, Expanded and Updated , Keith Ferrazzi reveals how the world’s most successful leaders—from CEOs to cultural icons—leverage authentic relationships to get ahead. In this episode, we uncover Ferrazzi’s bold strategies for transforming...

Welcome to another practical episode of the Playing Books podcast. This episode is a conversation about John Gray’s Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: A Practical Guide for Improving Communication and Getting What You Want in Your Relationships The Core Differences: Understand the key distinctions in how men and women communicate, process emotions, and express their needs, guided by Gray's f...

Welcome to another practical episode of the Playing Books podcast. We discuss the autobiography of Lee Iacocca, a man whose name became synonymous with resilience, innovation, and decisive leadership in the American automotive industry. From his groundbreaking creation of the Mustang at Ford to orchestrating the miraculous turnaround of Chrysler, Iacocca's life is a masterclass in overcoming adver...

This practical episode uncovers the fundamental longing in every human, the need and development of relationships with others.  Since infancy, everyone lives with the desire to relate to others. No one can outgrow this principal desire. We want meaningful human connections. We may think we need more money, a beautiful house, a high-paying job, influential position, but underneath that is the burni...

Welcome to the Playing Books podcast, where we offer practical episodes from bestselling books to challenge you to sustain a healthy self-esteem and expend all your potential in making yourself, loved ones, and the world a lot better. Using the story of Adam and Eve, women continue to symbolize everything evil and stressful. You hear the phrase, ‘Fear women’ in conversations about women to emphasi...

Negative experiences, a bitter past, a bleak future, laziness, people’s opinions, fear, selfishness, loneliness, frustration, and confusion often provide people with compelling reasons to accept whatever life throws their way. They’ve accepted and adjusted to poverty, a manageable health condition, dissatisfaction, and constant complaints. Consequently, living at the mercy of life and circumstance...

Have you been following your passion in your career? Are you having true fulfillment in your career? Don't you have dissatisfaction from failing to utilize your personality, skills, experience, education, and expertise? Layoffs. Job insecurity. Competitive job market. Massive unemployment. New graduates flooding the job market. Have any of these and other reasons prevented you from pursuing, getti...

Discover the extraordinary lives of the women who shaped the American West in our latest podcast episode, Heroic, Courageous, & Intelligent Ways American Pioneer Women Survived the Wild West: Strength, Sacrifice, Stories, & Lessons for Modern Life. Inspired by William W. Fowler's American Frontier, this episode explores the often-overlooked heroism and resilience of these pioneering mother...