Michael Wyckoff

Role Models

Education EN ↓ 3 episodes

Learn from role models. Every week I read a biography of an individual who I'd consider to be a role model and find ideas you can use in your life

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Michael Wyckoff

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#3 Marcus Aurelius: Stoic Philosophy from a Roman Emperor 21.04.2026 25:39

Meditations is the private journal of a Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius. With no intention of this work to ever be read, Aurelius writes about stoic principles, self-discipline, and the daily struggle to live virtuously

#2 Yvon Chouinard: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman 12.04.2026 1:14:39

Let My People Go Surfing by Yvon Chouinard is part memoir, part business manifesto from the founder of Patagonia. Chouinard traces his journey from dirtbag climber and blacksmith to reluctant entrepreneur, sharing how his love of the outdoors shaped a company built on radical environmental values and unconventional management.

#1 Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness 26.03.2026 53:05

Naval Ravikant is a Silicon Valley investor and co-founder of AngelList who's become as well known for his philosophy as his business. The Almanack of Naval Ravikant is a collection of his wisdom pulled from Twitter (X), podcasts, and essays compiled by Eric Jorgenson. A guide to wealth and happiness.