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Shit You Don't Learn in School82. Creating 6-Figure Projects Online (With a FT Job!)Technology has enabled more people than ever to support their lives via online side projects. Steph is one of the people who understands this world well, having created multiple six-figure projects over the last few years.In this episode, Cal interviews Steph about her perspective on bringing an idea to life, managing your psychology, maintaining a reputation, how to price projects, and doing all of this while working a full-time job.Check out Internet Pipes: https://internetpipes.com/Discount Code: SYDLISResources:Josh Pigford's project listPieter Levels’ project listPat Walls’ proj...
2024-12-291h 21Shit You Don't Learn in School81. Sprucing Up Your Space (Without Busting Your Budget)You probably spend more time at home than anywhere else. And how you feel about that time is heavily influenced by the design and functionality of your space.But how do you create a space that you truly enjoy? Unless you're an interior designer or have the resources to hire one, you may not know where to start and default to keeping things the way they are. That's okay, but what if you could make a few simple, affordable changes to enhance your experience at home? In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss how a t...
2024-12-151h 03Shit You Don't Learn in School80. 80/20 Experiments in HealthYou’ll be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t say their health is paramount, yet you'll be just as hard-pressed to find someone who knows what to do to "get there". While every person’s health journey is going to be unique, in this episode Cal and Steph share their experimentation across many of the major categories – from sleep to supplements and beyond. Of course, this podcast is for information purposes only and is not health or medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.Topics Covered:6:53...
2024-12-011h 17Shit You Don't Learn in School79. Running Toward a Healthier LifeEverybody warns you that your body slows down with age, but that deterioration so sneaky, we continue to convince ourselves that we’re doing just fine.At least, that’s what happened to Steph over the past decade, going from an athlete in her youth to waking up one day without the fitness she once remembered. This episode is a walk through that story, but more importantly, how she got back on track and just ran her first half-marathon. This year, she’ll surpass over 500 miles and next year, the aim is 1000+.The best part is? Th...
2024-11-1756 minShit You Don't Learn in School78. Navigating the Best Country in the WorldIn part 2 of our series in Japan, we dive into the how behind planning a trip there, from what is worth seeing, how to navigate the epic train system, their unintuitive review system, and more.After traveling to 40+ countries each, we’ve found Japan to be a unique beast, and hope this helps you navigate one of the best countries in the world.If you missed part 1, start there!Resources discussed:Full list of Japan recommendations (in different cities) 📌Pico Iyer’s Beginner’s Guide to JapanDon’t forget to look out fo...
2024-11-031h 23Shit You Don't Learn in School77. The Good, Bad, and Weird of JapanWe’re back with a whole new season. In our first episode back, we discuss everything from the wonderful to the wacky of Japan.You'll hear about an epic art island, specialty coffee and konbini (AKA convenience store food), 100+ year-old businesses, the philosophical ideas that make Japan such a distinct place, and much more.In our next episode, we get tactical and break down exactly how we would plan a future trip to Japan, in case that's something you've got on the horizon.Resources discussed:Full list of Japan recommendations 📌Pico Iyer’s Begin...
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2024-08-0104 minShit You Don't Learn in School76. The Half-Baked Business Idea Roast: Sensory Museums, Zyn Tins, Unrecordable Spaces, and Much MoreThis is the 10th episode back for SYDLIS, so if you want us to continue creating new episodes for the podcast, let us know by leaving a review at ratethispodcast.com/learn. In this episode, Steph and Cal bring a medley of half-baked business ideas to the table. They introduce the origin story of each idea, rate it on a scale of A-F, discuss modifications that would make it better, and most importantly, roast each other when the idea is a little too half-baked.This episode is a part of the broader nudge Steph and C...
2023-11-0650 min
The Amanda Seales ShowThe People Vs Keith Lee, Steph Curry Is Supporting Black Designers, & 3K Morehouse Alumni Have Debt WipedAmanda brings us stories to celebrate Black Joy Friday. First up Seales highlights Morehouse College's remarkable initiative, collaborating with the Debt Collective to clear nearly 3,000 students' debts. Amanda then proceeds with "A Public Seales Announcement" and checks voicemails. Another story for Black Joy Friday comes from Calvin T. Mann's inspirational mobile mentoring bus in Detroit, and Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old named America’s Top Young Scientist for his cancer-fighting soap invention. The show features "The People Versus" segment, discussing Keith Lee and restaurant reviews, and "Amanda’s Things I Learned This Week." It also introduces "The Word Game...
2023-11-0351 minShit You Don't Learn in School75. Identity: The Strongest Force in the WorldThere is something out there that can make one person more productive and kind, while another inharmonious -- even resentful. That thing is identity.And while we passively adopt parts of identity, we often forget that much of our identity is left up to us. In this episode, Cal and Steph explore the depths of identity and how being intentional around what parts of your identity you adopt, shed, or embrace can lead to a more fulfilled life.
2023-10-1537 minShit You Don't Learn in School74. Opportunity is Everywhere: Using Twitter, Wikipedia, Patents, & Niche Databases to Discover TrendsThe internet has a treasure trove of information that you can use to generate business ideas, spot trends, and understand what the future will look like before everyone else. But to benefit from the internet's wealth of knowledge, you need to learn how to use it in the right ways.In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss four unconventional ways that you can use the internet to find good ideas for businesses and products that people actually want.You’ll learn how to:Use Twitter searches to...
2023-10-0754 minShit You Don't Learn in School73. Writing to Save Your LifeWriting is one of the most powerful tools on Earth. But few have mastered the craft.Perhaps because success in writing often actually veers you off course, leading you to a life of talking instead of living -- the very thing that drove the quality of your writing in the first place.One man -- (who has written several novels, thousands of poems, and hundreds of short stories) has some merciless takes on the art of writing. And although merciless, many ring true.In this episode, Cal and Steph dive into the mind o...
2023-09-301h 02Shit You Don't Learn in School72. Inside the Early Days of Digital NomadismFew waves have hit the world quite like remote work; a wave impacting billions of people overnight due to a worldwide pandemic.But in reality, this wave was brewing for decades and thousands of nomads had long been proving there was a different and viable way to work. Calvin and Steph were two of those people, starting in 2016.Now that the world has caught up, they decided to reflect back on what was so special about that period and what, in retrospect, they might've seen then that much of the world had still not (and...
2023-09-2457 minShit You Don't Learn in School71. The Most Influential Artist You've Never Heard OfFew people inspire us more than Yayoi Kusama.Cal recently discovered this 94-year old's work while at the Guggenheim in Bilbao. Like many others, he was immediately gripped by her art – enough to be the only artist he looked up after his visit. Little did he know she was one of the world's most successful living artists, had been creating thousands of pieces across nearly a century, and has quite the storied past.In this episode, you'll learn about this incredible artist, from her long-time struggle with mental health (she has been living out of a...
2023-09-1840 minShit You Don't Learn in School70. What Do You Want?!Many people waddle through life without asking themselves a simple, but important question: What do I want? In this episode, Steph and Cal discuss how to figure out what you want and avoid some common traps that take you down unhelpful detours.The episode is based on two of Cal's recent articles, which you can read here:What Do You Want?Calvinball: The Only Game Worth PlayingThis episode is not affiliated with Steph's work at a16z and is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or i...
2023-09-0933 minShit You Don't Learn in School69. Tipping Culture: Have We Gone Too Far?Some people argue for tipping. Some people argue against. But the one thing that unites most people with an opinion on the topic is a lack of understanding of where the practice came from in the first place.In this episode, Cal and Steph walk through the history of tip culture, how that led to vastly different norms around the world, and the confusing place we're left in today – especially in an era of Square terminals and where tipping seems to be infiltrating the unexpected.Has tip culture gone too far? Listen in to...
2023-09-0259 minShit You Don't Learn in School68. The Cost of ExcellenceThe Master Somm test is widely recognized as one of, if not the hardest test in the world. Only 273 people have passed it since it was incepted in 1969, also making it one of the rarest distinctions out there (
2023-08-2659 minShit You Don't Learn in School67. The Long Road to San FransiscoAfter years of being nomadic, we embarked on an experiment of living in Encinitas. That experiment lasted 3 years, but provided us with a clearer view of what we wanted next.But could we get past the multi-year stand-off around location and find a place that fit both of our needs? Listen in to find out.This episode is not affiliated with Steph's work at a16z and is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not...
2023-08-1959 minShit You Don't Learn in School66. The AI Debate: Where Do You Sit?ChatGPT broke records in adoption, hitting 100m monthly active users in a matter of months... faster than any other web platform prior. Even faster than TikTok!But with fast adoption comes equally swift resistance, surfacing questions around how this technology is changing the wider world. Should AI models be allowed in schools? How about the courtroom? Do stock image photographers have a fighting chance?In this episode, Cal and Steph step into the shoes of many people tackling these difficult questions right now. From the middle school teacher to the college admissions officer, to the o...
2023-02-161h 01Shit You Don't Learn in School65. Finding a Life PartnerOne of the most important decisions in life is who you choose to spend your life with, yet it's also one of the hardest things to get right.Inspired by a recent conversation with a friend that may have unrealistic expectations, Cal and Steph discuss the data behind dating, but also their own very different approaches to it... and if they ever ended up back on the market, how they might do things differently in an era dominated by apps.
2023-02-1044 minShit You Don't Learn in School64. The Weight of Things – From Physical to DigitalHave you ever looked around your home and thought, "Where did all this stuff come from?!"Cal and Steph are currently going through this exercise, as they go through their first move in years.It turns out they're not alone in this feeling of overwhelm and is shared by many others who used to be nomads. The need for *things* is universal, but so is the slippery slope to acquiring too many. In this episode, Cal and Steph explore why weight of stuff – both physically and mentally – and how our decisions are...
2023-01-1936 minShit You Don't Learn in School63. The Best Sh*t We Learned in 2022!Each January, Steph and Cal sit down to reflect on the prior year and this one is no different. You'll find out their...Best New IdeaBest New Life HackBest New ExperienceBest/Worst PurchaseBest/Worst TrendBest Personal Win/Accomplishment#1 Goal for Next YearPrediction for the New YearJumpstart 2023 by doubling down on the best activities and avoiding the worst. It's going to be an awesome year.PS: If you liked the sound effects in this episode, we found them here.PPS: Since Steph now works at a16z, please note that the content here...
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The HeyCreator ShowThe Crazy World of AI Content GenerationOn this week’s episode, Ethan Brooks (@damn_ethan) sits down to chat with Steph Smith (@stephsmithio) and Calvin Rosser (@calvin_rosser) the hosts of "Sh*t You Don't Learn in School Podcast." They discuss the potential uses of AI as well as the potential downsides of the technology. Steph, Calvin, and Ethan also give their opinions on the popular app called Replika.
➨ You can find their podcast here - https://calvinrosser.com/learn/
2022-12-211h 07Shit You Don't Learn in School62. Opportunity is Everywhere: Lupini Beans, Niche Sports, and MoreA few weeks ago, Steph and Cal had a locksmith come in. It cost $185 and was shockingly quick... just 10 minutes! Little did they know it would also be the fodder for one of Steph's most popular tweets of all time.Perhaps it shouldn't be surprising – people love learning about new opportunities. That's why they decided to record this (hopefully) recurring segment where they share various opportunities they've found in everyday things and how they're crafted a curious lens with time.In this episode, they discuss 6 business ideas:niche sports like freedivingsecond-hand LEGO ma...
2022-11-3041 minShit You Don't Learn in School61. Is Cheating Ever Okay?There has been a wave of recent cheating scandals, from chess to poker to fishing. But cheating is not new, nor is it a rare occurrence. In fact, some articles sport stats like "75 to 98% of college students have cheated" or "over 46% of respondents in a monogamous relationship said they had affairs."In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss when – if ever – cheating is okay. They even share their own experiences of being caught in the act and how it's shaped their perspectives since.
2022-11-2544 minShit You Don't Learn in School60. Generative AI: The Next Big Thing?For years, people thought that artificial intelligence would wipe out repetitive tasks, but leave the creatives untouched. But recent developments have left many people surprised and taken the creative world by storm. Tools like DALL-E, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion gave anyone with a keyboard and a wifi connection the ability to spin up images from text prompts, far earlier and higher quality than many imagined. So what comes next for the artists... the writers... the musicians...? No one knows for sure, but in this episode Cal and Steph discuss the exciting new world of generative AI...
2022-11-151h 06Shit You Don't Learn in School59. Be a Magnet, Not a JailIt's human nature to worry about the things that can go wrong.But often overlooked is the mentality of attraction instead of detraction, or in other words focusing on what you can bring to the table instead of what you can prevent from happening.While so many companies signal they want entrepreneurial candidates yet don't allow side projects, want out of the box thinkers yet expect them to work in a box (office), and vow they only hire top talent yet pay below market rate... there's power in thinking through whether you're truly focusing on...
2022-11-0243 minShit You Don't Learn in School58. Money x RelationshipsMoney is a leading cause of problems in relationships. It’s not just not having money, it’s conflict around money, lack of alignment, and the downstream effects of that.Money is complicated because it’s influenced by your direct circumstances, but also by your childhood, psychology, and trajectory. It's also complicated because so few people talk openly and honestly about money.In this episode, Steph and Cal open up the kimono and explore how they deal with and think about money in their relationship. They share their current working philosophy on money and stories about...
2022-10-251h 02Shit You Don't Learn in School57. [Part 3] How to Get Married in 10 DaysIn part 3 of our 3-part series, Steph and Cal discuss how they planned a wedding in 10 days, what they did (including traditions kept and scrapped), and the pros and cons of taking a less conventional approach to marriage.
2022-10-181h 03Shit You Don't Learn in School56. [Part 2] Love, Marriage, and MonogamyIn part 2 of this 3-part series, we decided to re-air part of our most popular episode, #35: Does Marriage, Retirement, or the 40-Hour Work Week Still Make Sense?In this segment, we share:How humans are actually not wired for monogamyWhat animals within the animal kingdom are monogamousThe history of marriage and when marriage started to be associated with loveExplore the concept of love and whether the 37% rule could be applied to itUnderstand the key difference between animals and humansThe importance of travel and exposure to different ways of livingHow narratives drive the adoption of technology
2022-10-1335 minShit You Don't Learn in School55. [Part 1] The Narratives Behind Love with Amanda Natividad and Marissa GoldbergIn part 1 of our 3-part series, we're joined be Amanda Natividad and Marissa Goldberg – two friends of the podcast – to discuss the traditions that surround love.After getting engaged last year, Steph found herself in a place she didn't expect and with emotions that she didn't feel entitled to have. That led her down a deep rabbit hole of questions, ultimately ending up in a bunch of societal narratives.She discusses them here with Amanda and Marissa, as they share how they navigated the narratives that underpin love, from engagement to name...
2022-10-0858 minShit You Don't Learn in School54. Ask Us (Literally) AnythingIn this special episode, Cal and Steph answer audience questions across a wide range of topics including writing, relationships, finances, and even death. Listen in to find out.Next StepsEssay about the nuance of privilegeIf you liked this episode, make sure to subscribe and leave a review. To receive the latest updates, follow The Sh*t You Don't Learn in School on Twitter.
2022-05-151h 04Shit You Don't Learn in School53. The Promises and Pitfalls of the Creator EconomySteph has some exciting news to share in today's episode! Listen in to find out.In this episode, Cal and Steph also cover the rise of the creator economy -- both its promise and pitfalls.They breakdown why the heightened attention toward creators, whether we can expect a creator "middle class" anytime soon, the importance of IP, and even explore what it truly means to be a "creator"...Is it the things they build?Is it the audience they have?Is it the money the make?They also cover...
2022-05-0657 minShit You Don't Learn in School52. Deciding Where to Live with Endless ChoiceWe all know that where you live is one of the most important decisions you can make, but it may be more important than you think. And with more people working remotely, there is no more freedom than ever in deciding where you call "home."In this episode, Steph and Cal discuss how to think about where you should live, why it matters more than you think, and how you can make a decision when it involves two people who have different desires from a location.In one of our next episodes, we'll be answering...
2022-04-1351 minShit You Don't Learn in School51. The Life You Could've LivedLife feels like a bunch of micro-decisions, yet a few macro-decisions often end up determining how you spend most of your time.Perhaps one of the most significant are the degree you choose and the first job you take. The decisions that follow those are inevitably pulled by their inertia.In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the importance of exploring the diversity of jobs out there and how many people become fixed in a singular path.If you liked this episode, make sure to subscribe and leave a review.
2022-03-2853 minShit You Don't Learn in School50. Making a Difference During WartimeWe believe that the desire to give is universal, but is just as much a skill as anything else in life. In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the how you can make a difference during your limited time on this earth, with the limited resources you have -- especially during times like these.They dive into...Creative ways that people have supported UkraineStriking a balance between hedonism and altruismMaking difficult problems tractableA breakdown of the gender pay gapImpact starting with small actionsWTF is effective altruism?Whether charities should be structured differentlyIf you'd like...
2022-03-191h 07Shit You Don't Learn in School49. The Hidden Power of LanguageLanguage is one of the most powerful tools that humans have accessible to them.Don't believe us? Consider the fact that someone could walk up to you and say something that could immediately change your mental state.Nothing around you has changed, other than the words echoed through the air.In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the power of words and how language can shape the way we think. They use untranslatable words to convey these concepts and share how language has been shown to impact anything from our impression of time...
2022-02-191h 04Shit You Don't Learn in School48. It's Time to Leave the CasinoThe allure of getting rich quick is intoxicating.It's even more intoxicating when you're trapped inside and it seems like all your friends have cashed in big.In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss Cal's experience with active investing over the last 20 months and ultimately, why it's time to walk away from the casino.If you liked this episode, make sure to subscribe and leave a review. You can also read Calvin's article on the topic here. And if you're also stuck in the casino, don't be afraid to reach out...
2022-02-1155 minShit You Don't Learn in School47. What Can Happen in 300 Years?"The only constant is change", they say.In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss just how drastically the world has changed and will continue to change.From the iPhone... to the Internet... to antibiotics... to human flight... to to the sequencing of DNA... to perhaps the most important fact that humans now live more than double as long... these developments all happened within the last 100 years.Given that things within a single lifetime can go from being inconceivable to ubiquitous, it's mind-blowing to imagine what might be come.They use the...
2022-02-061h 00Shit You Don't Learn in School46. The Life Lessons You Shouldn't IgnoreThere's an endless sea of advice online.Whether it's from a vague Twitter thread or a clickbait blog post, the advice sounds catchy, but if we're honest... often holds little water.However, we all know from experience that the right lessons, sometimes even sitting in plain sight, can genuinely change the trajectory of one's life.In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the few pieces of advice that they think matter most and shouldn't be ignored.Love this episode? Give it a review at https://ratethispodcast.com/learnResources:
2022-01-251h 11Shit You Don't Learn in School45. Are You Playing Russian Roulette With Life?In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the hidden side of risk: the infrequent, often unpredictable events that make the biggest differences in our lives.If you look around, rare, high-impact events are everywhere. A small number of days in the stock market drive the bulk of the returns.Large businesses like Google, Amazon, and Best Buy have tested thousands of products, yet have a single profit puppy. Insurance companies make money on most customers, but have to pay out very large claims to a few people.A handful of people have had more of an ef...
2022-01-1546 minShit You Don't Learn in School44. The Best Sh*t We Learned in 2021In this episode, Steph and Cal break down the best of 2021. You'll find out the...Best New IdeaBest New SkillBest New Life HackBest New ExperienceBest/Worst PurchaseBest/Worst InvestmentBest/Worst TrendBest PodcastCreator of the YearBest Personal Win/Accomplishment#1 Goal for Next YearPrediction for the New YearJumpstart 2022 by doubling down on the best activities and avoiding the worst. It's going to be an awesome year.PS: If you liked the sound effects in this episode, we found them here.
2022-01-081h 00Shit You Don't Learn in School43. Technology that People FearedWhat do airplanes, railroads, and jazz music have in common? They were all innovations that people feared.In fact, if you look into any key technology shift from the past, you'll find a wealth of fear, uncertainty, and doubt surrounding it. And while this shouldn't be surprising, we can still learn from the skeptics of the past.We can learn just how difficult it is to predict what's to come and look toward our future with a humble perspective, an acceptance that we probably will get it wrong again.In this episode, Calvin...
2021-12-2850 minShit You Don't Learn in School42. Special Episode: Finding Meaning in Sudden DeathDeath is universal part of the human experience. During our lives, we often must confront the painful reality of death around us, and eventually, we face that reality ourselves.What's odd is that despite death being at the core of the human experience, many people avoid talking or thinking about it. So when people pass away or we face a health scare that brings us into contact with the fragility of life, we often don't know what to do. In this episode, Calvin shares his experience with the death of two close loved ones: his m...
2021-11-291h 58Shit You Don't Learn in School41. The Future of Work: What Comes Next? (Part 2)In the second part of this series on the future of work, Steph and Cal dive into new products and services, alongside macro trends that they predict are in full flux.These include mass migration, global tax infrastructure, opportunities for services to specialize, increased isolation, UBI, and of course... the metaverse. :)
2021-11-1650 min
Portfolio Career Podcast with David NebinskiCreating Your Own Path with Steph Smith and Calvin RosserThe world of work is changing. New roles and paths are being created daily. For Steph Smith and Calvin Rosser, they have decided to not pursue corporate ladder, but instead create their own path. They cohost The Shit You Don't Learn in School podcast and also work on other projects. If you are looking for proven approaches idea, frameworks, and how you could be more anti-fragile in your career, this episode is for you! Excited for you to Build and Grow your Portfolio Career!As always, this episode with notes is available on my website....
2021-11-1138 min
Portfolio Career PodcastCreating Your Own Path with Steph Smith and Calvin RosserThe world of work is changing. New roles and paths are being created daily. For Steph Smith and Calvin Rosser, they have decided to not pursue corporate ladder, but instead create their own path. They cohost The Shit You Don't Learn in School podcast and also work on other projects. If you are looking for proven approaches idea, frameworks, and how you could be more anti-fragile in your career, this episode is for you! Excited for you to Build and Grow your Portfolio Career!As always, this episode with notes is available on my website....
2021-11-1138 minShit You Don't Learn in School40. The Future of Work: What Comes Next? (Part 1)People say that COVID was an accelerator, forcing trends that may have taken decades to develop, to instead take hold in much less time. Remote work was one of those trends. But we're not done yet!The future of work is constantly evolving and it doesn't just impact whether you can Zoom without pants. :)In this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the second and third order effects of the remote revolution and what's to come. And in part one of this series, they discuss how this equation impacts the individual and companies. In part 2, they'll...
2021-11-101h 06Shit You Don't Learn in School39. 80/20 Habits, Beliefs, and ProductsThe information age gives us access to so much advice that it can be hard to see through the noise.4AM morning routines that don't make sense for you. Productivity hacks that hardly move the needle. Hindsight bias cloaked as success stories.Most advice is well-intentioned, but rarely translates to improvements in another person's life. So this week, Cal and Steph took a step back to ask the simple question: what are the 80/20 habits, beliefs, and products that had an outsized impact in changing their lives.While many of their answers aren't revolutionary...
2021-10-1535 minShit You Don't Learn in School38. Open Salaries and Solving for an Equitable WorkforceWith the exception of a few companies like Buffer and GitLab, 99.99%+ of companies opt to keep their salaries closed. This closed nature creates information asymmetry and at times, inequity in the workplace.Lack of transparency gives companies a hall pass to not develop a robust compensation system, but at the same time, sharing salaries openly isn't without its pitfalls, including privacy and the tendency for people to over-compare themselves to others. In this episode, Steph and Cal debate whether companies should share their pay methodology or even fully open up their book. They share a...
2021-09-3051 minShit You Don't Learn in School37. Should Billionaires Exist?Wealth inequality has been increasing for decades, and recently, there has been a heightened focus on billionaires as we debate what to do about the concentration of large swaths of wealth in a few hands. In this episode, Steph and Cal discuss whether or not billionaires should exist, common proposals for dealing with billionaires, and a few policy proposals for how we can start thinking about tackling wealth inequality.Whether you find yourself saying, "billionaires are evil and don't deserve all that money", "billionaires deserve what they have earned", or "I don't care about billionaires...
2021-09-191h 06Shit You Don't Learn in School36. The Psychology of PricingIn this episode, Cal and Steph discuss the subjective nature of pricing. They explore how a value extends beyond utility or the physical nature of an asset (think luxury items, NFTs, etc) and use these ideas to explore new pricing models, including tiered, retention-based, and completion-based pricing.They also explore how our own psychology can inhibit use as consumers to spend on what's most meaningful and the importance of unlearning certain spending habits.If you find the psychology of money as fascinating as we do, give this episode a listen.Love this episode...
2021-09-1241 minShit You Don't Learn in School35. Does Marriage, Retirement, or the 40-Hour Work Week Still Make Sense?In this episode, Steph and Cal dive deep into traditions, the societal defaults that shape how we think and act in the world. They start by exploring the origins of the 40-hour work week, modern alternatives, and how we can rethink the idea of retirement. In the second half of the episode, they explore how the ways in which commonly held beliefs about monogamy, love, and marriage may not set people up for the life they want to live. If you're interested in questioning the norms and designing a life that works for you, this episode is worth a...
2021-09-041h 04Shit You Don't Learn in School34. Rethinking Productivity & How You Spend Your TimeThe big failure of most productivity advice is the focus on efficiency – getting things done more quickly. We should be focused on effectiveness – making sure we're doing the right things. In this episode, Steph and Cal explore how we can rethink productivity to get more out of how we spend our most valuable resource: time. They cover a variety of topics, including many practical ideas about getting more out of every day, including the Eliminate, Automate, Delegate, and Iterate framework from their new course: Doing Time Right.You can dive deeper into the concepts discussed and learn more...
2021-08-0831 minShit You Don't Learn in School33. Digital Security – Are You Safe?We're all familiar with how to increase physical security – locking our doors, paying attention to our surroundings, putting valuables in a safe, etc. – but what about our digital security? With an increasingly digital world comes a less perceptible risk – the risk of having your information hacked and exploited by someone with whom you will never see or interact. In this episode, Steph and Cal explore the basics of digital security, the risks involved, where many people go wrong, and what you should consider doing at a minimum to move from "at-risk" to "safer" with your digita...
2021-07-0637 minShit You Don't Learn in School32. Are We in a Bubble?At a time where several asset classes are at all-time highs, there's a lot of talk about whether we're in a bubble. That, coupled with crypto assets falling to ~half of their highs, prompted Cal and Steph to dive in to try to answer this question.In this episode, they discuss the markings of past bubbles, the innovation hype cycle, the difficulty in profiting from nascent innovations, the importance of educating yourself and building your own conviction behind your decisions, managing your psychology (offense vs defense), the cyclical nature of market cycles, and of course... the burning q...
2021-06-281h 01Shit You Don't Learn in School31. Surprising Travel Hacks From Visiting 70+ CountriesTravel is fun, but it becomes even more enjoyable once you know how to do it well. Collectively, Steph and Cal have visited over 70 countries while working remotely, learning a bunch of useful tips for better travel along the way. In this episode, they share some of the most useful learnings, including:- How to avoid getting scammed- How to choose a location and plan a trip- How to choose an accomodation that's suitable for work- How to interact with a place- How to get the most out of...
2021-06-1847 minShit You Don't Learn in School30. Was 30 Pods in 30 Days Worth It?30 days ago, Calvin and Steph set out to record 30 pods in 30 days. Today was the final episode of their challenge, where they reflect on what went well, what didn't go so well, and if they plan to continue recording.
2021-06-1028 minShit You Don't Learn in School29. Grappling with Unintended ConsequencesThe world is run by incentives, but what happens when those incentives go wrong? In this episode, Calvin and Steph talk through the Cobra Effect, a phenomena incentives designed to improve society actually end in negative consequences, often resulting in actions counter to the original goal. They discuss several examples of the effect and how people can not only be more aware of it, but also how they can design better incentive structures moving forward.
2021-06-0920 minShit You Don't Learn in School28. How to Quit Drinking Alcohol and Still Be HappyDrinking alcohol is embedded within the social fabric of society, but how do we take control of our relationship with alcohol? For all of the fun it supports, alcohol is a poison that causes unnecessary physical, mental, and emotional harm for many people. In this episode, Steph and Cal interview Taylor Platt, a Princeton graduate and NBA strategist who went sober 3 years ago. Taylor shares why he made the decisions, how he did it, the challenges he faced, and what he learned that might be helpful for you. If you're at all interested in reducing your alcohol or reconsidering...
2021-06-0835 minShit You Don't Learn in School27. Earning the Trust of Your TeamWhether we'd like to believe it or not, age is a signal that people judge others by. In a professional setting, it can signal your level of experience and for that reason, it can be difficult to earn the trust of a team, if they happen to be older than you. In this episode, Calvin and Steph talk through their experiences managing at a young age and what tips they have for effective leadership.
2021-06-0732 minShit You Don't Learn in School26. The 3X Rule and When You Should SplurgeIn recent episodes, Calvin and Steph have discussed lifestyle creep and how when you make more, you have the tendency to spend more. In this episode, they brought on a friend and colleague Ethan Brooks, to discuss in what circumstances it does make sense to splurge. In particular, they discuss their experiences in hostels and when it was time to upgrade.
2021-06-0627 minShit You Don't Learn in School25. How to Make Your Stuff Work For You, Not Against YouWe all accumulate possessions throughout our lives, but how often do we evaluate whether or not all that stuff is helping or hurting us? In this episode, Steph and Calvin talk about what they learned from living out of backpacks for 4 years, how expensive items carry a psychological burden, and how to think about what you buy over time.
2021-06-0519 minShit You Don't Learn in School24. Overcoming Imposter SyndromeNo matter how talented you are, you'll inevitably be a victim of imposter syndrome. But, there's a flipside to every coin and for imposter syndrome, it's the compulsion to always be better. Is is possible to get the upside and limit the downside?In this episode, Calvin and Steph discuss how they've managed imposter syndrome and balance their ambition to improve, with the tendency to compare yourself to others.
2021-06-0416 minShit You Don't Learn in School23. Is the World Actually Getting Worse?Most of us walk around thinking that the world is getting worse. But is this actually true? In this episode, Steph and I walk through a quiz that shows us just how wrong our instincts are about the state of the world and why we consistently believe that things are far worse than they actually are.
2021-06-0220 minShit You Don't Learn in School22. The Importance of Tech LiteracyAs technology becomes more ingrained in our daily lives, the question must be posed: how important is it for people to “keep up” technologically. In this episode, Steph makes a case for the importance of tech literacy and how she believes that with time, technical literacy will be viewed in a similar vein to written and oral literacy today. Calvin and her walk through how people can start dipping their toes into technology, why it matters, and discuss what skills may fade with time.
2021-06-0218 minShit You Don't Learn in School21. What is Financial Freedom and Are You There Yet?Whether we'd like to admit it or not, finances have such a significant impact in our lives, both in micro and macro decision making. We also can't ignore how people have different relationships with their wealth, even at the same level of income.In this episode, Calvin and Steph talk through the concept of being "post-economic", how they think about their "f*** you money" number, and how they manage their relationship with money.
2021-06-0120 minShit You Don't Learn in School20. Will FAANG Be the Dominant Companies Forever?Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix & Google (FAANG) have dominated and become integrated parts of all of our lives in the software era. But if you look at history, time and time again, the leading companies of the present aren't the leading companies of the future. In this episode, Steph and I explore the areas of innovation that might produce companies that displace FAANG and how those companies may approach attracting the best talent.
2021-05-3029 minShit You Don't Learn in School19. How the Fundamental Attribution Error Impacts Your RelationshipsAmong the many biases that we can fall prey to, one of Calvin's favorites is the fundamental attribution error. The bias, sometimes known as the "correspondence bias", is your tendency to assume that someone's behavior is due to the "kind" of person they are, rather than the circumstances impacting them.In this episode, Calvin and Steph discuss the cognitive bias, why it matters, and how we can combat it.
2021-05-2914 minShit You Don't Learn in School18. What Does it Take to Become World Class at Something?With 7 billion people on Earth, it's incredibly hard to be at the absolute top of any field. In this episode, Steph and Calvin discuss what they learned from their brief stints of being "world-class" in chess and golf, respectively. They also dive into the 10,000-hour rule, mastering skills in adulthood, and managing your psychology along the way.
2021-05-2823 minShit You Don't Learn in School17. The Individual Contributor vs the ManagerIn most companies, there are two major role types: individual contributors and managers. The career track goes one way and not the other; IC upleveling to a manager. But is that the best way? Calvin and Steph share their stories as both ICs and managers, and think through how companies can get the most from their uniquely talented individual contributors.
2021-05-2818 minShit You Don't Learn in School16. Will People Rush Back to the Office?As a follow up from episode 14, Calvin and Steph debate what work life will be like post-pandemic. Will people rush back to the office? Or will they bask in their newfound flexibility?Listen in to find out how they think both companies and individuals may progress over the coming years!
2021-05-2722 minShit You Don't Learn in School15. What is Integrity & Why Does it Matter?Codifying and living by your values is one of the most important skills of adulthood. Values are the guideposts that help you make decisions that align with who you want to be, especially when you're confronted with difficult situations. In this episode, Steph and Calvin dive deep into integrity, how to think about values, and what this means for individuals and businesses.
2021-05-2517 minShit You Don't Learn in School14. Lessons from Years of Location IndependenceThe pandemic resulted in hundreds of millions — if not billions — of people moving their work online. These rapid changes mean that so many people now have the freedom to work and live from where they want. Calvin and Steph had the privilege of being location independent since 2016, so in this episode, they break down the most important lessons they’ve learned about being happy, productive remote workers.
2021-05-2522 minShit You Don't Learn in School13. How to Say No More OftenEven if we’d like to wish otherwise, our time is finite and zero sum. If we spend time on one thing, we’re not spending time on another. But even though it’s our most scarce resource, we often don’t protect it by saying “no”. In this episode, Calvin and Steph discuss why it can be so difficult to say no and how we can develop the muscle to say no more often.
2021-05-2421 minShit You Don't Learn in School12. When is it Okay to be Late?Some people are never late. Others are late consistently. Why is there such a difference in people’s relationship with time?In this episode, Steph and Calvin talk about chronically late insane people (CLIPs), a term coined by Tim Urban. They talk through when it’s okay to be late, when it’s not, and why some people can’t seem to be on time, despite feeling bad about it.Steph also shares her experience as a CLIP and they discuss the four different types of chronically late people, along with how this behavior may differ a...
2021-05-2225 minShit You Don't Learn in School11. The Pitfalls of ZeroismThe pandemic has been a fascinating case study in problem solving, yet remains a topic that parts of the world is deeply divided on. Just like other controversial topics, understanding that there is no perfect solution is both accurate and freeing.In this episode, Steph and Calvin explore the idea of zeroism, or said otherwise, the pursuit of perfection. By identifying the tendency for humans to strive for perfection, they highlight the ways that thinking in absolutes can hinder our ability to make progress.
2021-05-2123 minShit You Don't Learn in School10. How Your Relationship with Money Influences Your Investing Decisions & StrategyWe all need money, but formal schooling fails to teach us how to make decisions based on our unique relationship with money and investing. In this episode, Steph and I openly explore the challenges we've had with investing our money and the many pitfalls we've tried to avoid in our pursuit of building sustainable, long-term wealth.
2021-05-2031 minShit You Don't Learn in School9. Navigating the Complexities of the Modern EraWe have access to more data and opportunities than ever before, but it's hard to separate the signal from the noise. In this episode, Steph and Calvin discuss navigating information overload, how to avoid being left behind, what we can learn from the past, and how we can better prepare for an uncertain future.
2021-05-2028 minShit You Don't Learn in School8. Staying in Touch with Friends and Family in AdulthoodFriendship, family, and community are indispensable to living a good life. But as we get older, it becomes more difficult to stay in touch with the people we care about. Life seems to always get in the way. In this episode, Steph and Calvin chat about the challenges of staying in touch with people, some tactics for doing a better job, and the importance of prioritizing this part of your life.
2021-05-1819 minShit You Don't Learn in School7. How to Build a Rewarding Career & Minimize RegretIt's hard to make career decisions. What industry should you work in? What should you optimize for? When should you quit your job? In this episode, Steph and Calvin talk about how they've thought about navigating the endless nuances and ambiguities of building a rewarding career.
2021-05-1832 minShit You Don't Learn in School6. Learning How to Give Back in Ways That ResonateLike everything in life, giving back is a skill and a habit that takes time to learn. In this episode, Steph and I talk about how we define giving, the ways in which we've experimented with giving back, and how you can get started giving even before you're ready to give.
2021-05-1720 minShit You Don't Learn in School5. Mastering the Art of Learning New SkillsWe all want to learn new things, whether it's how to cook, speak Spanish, write, code, or surf. But how often do you follow through and actually make progress on learning the skill you say you want to learn? Not often enough. In this episode, Steph and I discuss how we approach learning new skills and how you can get better at translating your desires into reality.
2021-05-1530 minShit You Don't Learn in School4. Should Remote Companies Pay People Based on Location?With more companies going partially and fully remote in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, Steph Smith and I tackle the difficult question: Should companies pay everyone the same salary, independent of their location, or should salaries be adjusted based on your location?
2021-05-1526 minShit You Don't Learn in School3. How to Think About Improving the Quality of Your SleepWe all know sleep is important, but how should you think about sleep and investing in improving the quality of your sleep? In this episode, we explore how we're approaching sleep, thinking about how to improve it, and measuring the results.
2021-05-1316 minShit You Don't Learn in School2. How to Deal with Comparing Yourself to OthersWe all compare ourselves to others, but when you compare, you despair. In this episode, we explore the origins of comparing yourself with others, the specific ways in which it can manifest in your life, and how to mitigate the harmful effects of comparing yourself with others in life and business.
2021-05-1323 minShit You Don't Learn in School1. Don't Let Bad Days Become Destructive DaysEveryone has bad days. You may be tired, stressed, or dealing with a difficult time. That's human. But if you want to succeed in the workplace, a meta-skill is ensuring that these bad days don't snowball into destructive days. While you can shake off a bad day, a destructive day can have lasting damage and is totally avoidable.
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2020-06-061h 04Shit You Don't Learn in SchoolHow to Retain and Apply Lessons from Nonfiction BooksIn this episode, I discuss a system you can use to better understand, retain, and apply the information you read in nonfiction books. If you want to expand your knowledge, solve problems, or deepen your understanding of the world, this system will help you do so.
2020-05-3016 minShit You Don't Learn in SchoolCostly Investing Biases & How to Avoid ThemA rational investor maximizes his wealth within the constraints of his risk tolerance. Most investors are not rational - they're driven by greed, hope, fear. That is, they're human.To invest smartly and avoid loses money unnecessarily, you need to learn how to manage the natural weaknesses in your psychology. This episode explores 5 common biases that plague investors. It also explores how to mitigate the risk of falling victim to these biases.
2020-05-2318 minShit You Don't Learn in SchoolCrush Your Next Job Interview - 6 Insider Tips from a Hiring ManagerIn the last 5 weeks, 26 million people have filed for unemployment. As someone who regularly interview candidates for jobs, I wanted to share 6 insider tips to help you crush your next interview. I explore how interviewers think, common mistakes candidates make, and practical advice about how you can stand out from the crowd.
2020-04-2617 minShit You Don't Learn in SchoolWhat the hell is going on with COVID-19?In this episode, I speak with Steph Smith (@stephsmithio), the Senior Analyst for the popular tech and business newsletter, the Hustle. In our wide-ranging conversation, Steph shares her thoughts about the COVID-19 pandemic and what we can expect over the coming months for life and business.We also discuss the complex nature of the virus, why the entire world missed its window to react, how these “black swan events” lead to second and third-order effects, why many people may default to optimism, and what data we should pay attention to.You can find the show note...
2020-04-1446 minShit You Don't Learn in SchoolBlack Beans, Seneca, and Practicing PovertyIn this episode, you'll learn about what eating black beans out of a can has to do with your life. Whether you feel like you're living in abundance or you're just "getting by", this short talk will help you learn how to enjoy living with less.For all show notes: https://calvinrosser.com/podcast/For a helpful weekly newsletter: https://calvinrosser.com/newsletter
2020-04-1204 minShit You Don't Learn in SchoolCoping with the Uncertainty & Helplessness of a PandemicIn this episode, you'll learn about two drivers of the heightened fear, stress, and anxiety during the current pandemic - uncertainty and helplessness. You'll also learn about how you can reduce your fear and anxiety by focusing on activities within your span of control. For all show notes: https://calvinrosser.com/podcast/For a helpful weekly newsletter: https://calvinrosser.com/newsletter
2020-04-1010 minShit You Don't Learn in SchoolQuarantine Morning Routine - Reduce Anxiety and Increase Energy in Uncertain TimesIn this episode, you'll learn about a short and simple morning routine that will help you increase your energy, reduce your anxiety, and feel more relaxed during uncertain and difficult times. You can find the written out routine, in addition to the resources mentioned in the article, at calvinrosser.com/quaratine-morning-routine.For all show notes: https://calvinrosser.com/podcast/For a helpful weekly newsletter: https://calvinrosser.com/newsletter
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