The Game

Calm App Founder: From $0 To $2 Billion By Making The World Meditate: Michael Acton Smith | E117

The Diary Of A CEO

A movie starring Michael Douglas that inspired Michael Acton Smith's concept for Perplex City, blurring the lines between game and reality.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck — Mark Manson on Writing, Career Reinvention, and More

Tim Ferriss

A book by Neil Strauss, mentioned for its influence on young men writing online during the mid-2000s.

The Incredible Kyle Maynard — Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss

Tim Ferriss

A book by Neil Strauss, mentioned in the context of dating advice.

James Smith: Become Confident In 100 Minutes | E174

The Diary Of A CEO

A book about pickup artistry, which the host read, finding that its author eventually came to realize the importance of monogamy over polygamy for happiness.

Q&A With Tim — On Happiness, Dating, Depressive Episodes, and Much More | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A book by Neil Strauss, described as having useful exercises for men building confidence with women, despite manipulative content within the 'pickup world.'

Best Investments, Bad Advice to Avoid, and Other Life Lessons | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

A book by Neil Strauss about the world of pickup artists, for which he went undercover.

Building “Charisma on Command” to 10M+ Subscribers — Charlie Houpert

Tim Ferriss

Book by Neil Strauss that profoundly influenced Charlie, focusing on social dynamics and seduction, helping him break out of his social shell.

Master Mentalist Derren Brown on Magic, Mind Reading, and More

Tim Ferriss

Is The Manosphere Really That Dangerous? - Louis Theroux

Chris Williamson

A book by Neil Strauss, referenced for its pickup artistry techniques that influenced later manosphere tactics, particularly regarding the psychology of women.

If I Wanted To Grow An Audience In 2026, I'd Do This

Alex Hormozi

The speaker's podcast, where audio versions of his books are available for free, catering to listeners who prefer audio content.

Neil Strauss Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

A book by Neil Strauss about the subculture of pickup artists, for which he spent two years immersed in the community.

World’s #1 Mentalist: How To Read Minds, Convince Anyone, and Close Every Deal

My First Million

A book that discusses and quantifies interactions with people, creating terminology for them, specifically within the context of pickup artistry.