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3 Books With Neil Pasricha

Neil Pasricha: Bestselling Author
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3 Books is a completely insane and totally epic 22-year-long quest to uncover and discuss the 1000 most formative books in the world. Each chapter discusses the 3 most formative books of one of the world's most inspiring people. Sample guests include: Brené Brown, David Sedaris, Malcolm Gladwell, Roxane Gay, Cheryl Strayed, Rich Roll, Soyoung the Variety Store Owner, Derek the Hype Man, Kevin the ... more

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Happy Hunter's Moon, everyone!

The nights are getting longer here in Toronto.

Suddenly there seems to be a lot more time alone with that voice inside our heads …

The one that wakes you up at 2am and decides now is the perfect time to questio... more

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Hey everyone, Years ago I was browsing through a bookstore when I stumbled on a small purple book called 'I'm Afraid of Men' by Vivek Shraya. I flipped it open and was transfixed. It showed me a view and a lens and a perspective I had no familiarity ... more

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Happy full moon, everybody!

It is the harvest moon and our leaves are falling here in Toronto.

Time for change! Unavoidable, right? Sure, but maybe ... we can control how we react to it.

My guest today has spent nearly six decades (!) studyi... more

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A few years ago I was lucky enough to cross paths with Wagner Moura.

He was on the eve of releasing his film '​Sergio​' after a long run playing Pablo Escobar in the hit series '​Narcos​.' Since then I've watched as his acting career has channeled ... more

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Ethan Kross
Psychologist, neuroscientist, University of Michigan professor, and author of Chatter and Shift
University of Michigan
Episode: Chapter 166: Ethan Kross invites insight by interrupting internal interference
Vivek Shraya
Writer, performer, and artist featured for three-book selections
Episode: Chapter 53: Vivek Shraya on trashing traditional trans tropes
Martin Seligman
Professor of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania, author of Agency
University of Pennsylvania | Penn Positive Psychology Center
Episode: Chapter 165: Martin Seligman on overcoming overthinking and opting for optimism
Wagner Moura
Actor, director, Brazilian artist discussed in episode
Brazilian film and television actor
Episode: Chapter 52: Wagner Moura on lessons in living and loving
Nick Epley
Professor of behavioral science at University of Chicago Booth School of Business
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Episode: Chapter 164: Nick Epley invites introverts into improved interpersonal interactions
Marcus Buckingham
Guest, author and thought leader on strengths
Marcus Buckingham Company / ADP Research Institute (previous)
Episode: Chapter 50: Marcus Buckingham on soul ciphers and strength of self
Jon Klassen
Children's book author and illustrator, frequent collaborator with Mac, and host of the episode's three-books discussion
Episode: Chapter 163: Jon Klassen talks turtles, tackling tension, and turning toward the terrifying
Dr. Andrea Sereda
Physician focusing on harm reduction and street outreach medicine
London Intercommunity Health Centre / Sherbourne Health Centre (Toronto)
Episode: Chapter 49: Dr. Andrea Sereda's oddly original offerings on opioid overdosing
Shawn Achor
Author and researcher known for The Happiness Advantage and The Power of Beliefs
Episode: Chapter 162: Shawn Achor on becoming boundlessly buoyant by building better beliefs

Hosts

Neil Pasricha
Host of the show, introduces guests and guides conversations
Laura Markham
Guest, clinical psychologist and author

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 626 ratings
  • Books are so important

    Books are so important, thank you Neil. As per Chapter 163 at the end, quoting Steve Jobs, we all owe humanity a great debt, for much of what we are has come from our brothers and sisters. No adds & just love - what a blessing. Love you. Keep it up.

    To this day i find your countdown psychology genius, to start at 1000 and work your way down.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vegan Elite
    Canada3 months ago
  • Thank you so duck !!

    Love the interview, I was inspired!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theorginalracer
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting and heartening.

    I love the podcast!

    I love the concept and I love books!

    😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P.S.III
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the show

    Neil, you’ve honed your skills and were on point with the Nader interview. Well done! Looking forward to the next conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zinnia Sky
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this show!!!!

    I’ve been listening to this show since 2018 and it is still the only podcast I will listen to without wanting to throw up.

    I took a break for a year or two thinking I didn’t like podcasts at all, until I gave it another try catching up with the episodes I missed and now I am a tried and true cover to cover member of our “club”.

    You can even call in, and I have!! A few times!! Astounding.

    I learn so much every episode.

    Thanks Neil!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Phoebe1207
    United States3 years ago

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A number of listeners value the community and long-running nature of the show.
Listeners praise rich, thoughtful interviews with diverse guests.
Some feedback mentions interruptions, though most praise the conversations around books and ideas.
Fans admire the host's curiosity and deep preparation.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chapter 166: Ethan Kross invites insight by interrupting internal interference
Q: Give us a case for the outdoors right now. What's happening here? Like why are we becoming home bodies so much?
Kross says research links nature with emotional, cognitive, and general well-being, and that his own experience changed him from a skeptic to a convert. He recommends making nature more accessible in everyday life, such as choosing a route with trees or bringing plants into the home, and describes WOOP as a way to turn intentions into action.
Chapter 166: Ethan Kross invites insight by interrupting internal interference
Q: What is overthinking to you?
Kross says overthinking is repeatedly turning over the same questions about a problem without making forward progress. Thinking about negative experiences is not inherently harmful; the problem is getting stuck in an unproductive loop.
Chapter 53: Vivek Shraya on trashing traditional trans tropes
Q: How do you define transition and how has your own experience shaped that definition?
Shraya discusses transition as a non-fixed, ongoing process rather than a final destination, noting that pronouns and public presentation can mark transition but the journey continues as identity evolves.
Chapter 53: Vivek Shraya on trashing traditional trans tropes
Q: Why did you choose Big Kids as the third book, and what surprised you about it?
Shraya talks about Big Kids as a surprising work that defies conventional LGBTQ drama by presenting a queer character without a coming-out focus, highlighting unpredictability and the value of non-narrated queerness, which influenced his own creative direction.
Chapter 53: Vivek Shraya on trashing traditional trans tropes
Q: What did Stone Butch Blues mean to you as a young reader and writer?
Shraya explains that Stone Butch Blues opened her to LGBTQ literature and allowed private reading that connected with her own gender-nonconforming experiences, inspiring her to write and explore intersections of race, gender, and identity.

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This show centers on deep conversations about formative books that shaped notable people, using three books per guest as a springboard to explore creativity, leadership, parenting, and personal growth. Episodes blend intimate storytelling with practical insights, often weaving in the guest's life experiences, career path, and the ideas from their formative reads. A standout trait is the host's curiosity and ability to connect literature to real-world performance, learning, and resilience, making it a unique resource for listeners who love books and want to understand how reading informs who people become.

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2. Vivek Shraya
3. Martin Seligman
4. Wagner Moura
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6. Marcus Buckingham
7. Jon Klassen
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