
Bookworm is dedicated to doing more than just reading books. Mike Schmitz & Cory Hixson read a book every two weeks and discuss ways to apply the author's lessons to their lives.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 259 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Today's author promises to show us how to push back against cultural changes that are rewiring our brains and find the meaning we need to live a happy, fulfilling life. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a pilgrimage to answer the age-old question: "... more
Today's author promises to help us live with agency and take control of our future. Join Mike & Cory as they consider how to stop waiting and build the life they want.
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Life, unlike textbooks, has no answer key. Today's author promises to help us think and live beyond the syllabus. Join Mike & Cory as they rethink what it means to be educated.
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Adults need more ways to play and separate from stale social expectations for connection. Mike’s expression that he doesn’t know how he’d use these ideas and that he’d only use some of these ideas with his kids indicates that he may not recognize the value of being more playful and vulnerable with other adults
The talk about ai still kind of true
I’ve been listening to this podcast for over 5yrs. When a new episode comes out it goes to the top of queue.
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If you like the sorts of books these guys read and review, you’ll love this podcast, it gives me ideas for new ones to read, gives me a different viewpoint (i’m the only person I know who reads this type..!) . It’s terrific. It’s a nice listen, the rapport between the hosts is great and overall its a very unstressful, pleasant, unrushed listen! The new pairing has really established itself and the show is stronger than ever
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Two hosts discuss a wide range of non-fiction books focused on self-improvement, productivity, leadership, and personal growth. Episodes frequently break down practical takeaways, actionable frameworks, and real-world applications, often including guests or examples from business and everyday life. The format emphasizes applying book lessons through concrete steps, with recurring themes around intentional living, habit formation, and effective work practices. Noteworthy elements include chapter bookmarks, actionable item lists, and a strong emphasis on turning ideas into everyday behavior, which can be appealing to busy professionals seeking implementable insights.
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