Jack Kerouac
American writer (1922–1969)
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Videos Mentioning Jack Kerouac
Niall Ferguson: History of Money, Power, War, and Truth | Lex Fridman Podcast #239
Lex Fridman
American novelist whose works, like 'On the Road,' provided early literary 'simulations' for Ferguson's life experiences.
Liz Lambert Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A writer quoted by Liz Lambert: 'Don't break your tenderness,' which is displayed on the back of Jo's Coffee.
Jaron Lanier: Virtual Reality, Social Media & the Future of Humans and AI | Lex Fridman Podcast #218
Lex Fridman
An author quoted by the host for saying 'music is the only truth' and for a passage in 'Doctor Sax' describing reality.
Tim Dillon: Comedy, Power, Conspiracy Theories, and Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #156
Lex Fridman
Author who wrote 'On the Road' and called inspiring individuals 'the mad ones'.
Lex Fridman: Ask Me Anything - AMA January 2021 | Lex Fridman Podcast
Lex Fridman
American novelist and poet, whose works are included among the thousands of thinkers Lex draws inspiration from.
Zen Master Henry Shukman — 20 Minutes of Calm and The Powerful World of Koans | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A key novelist of the Beat Generation, associated with Zen's popularity in the West.
Henry Shukman — Zen, Ayahuasca vs. Meditation, and an Intro to Koans | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A Beat Generation writer inspired by Chinese Chan poets and Zen.
John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence | Lex Fridman Podcast #143
Lex Fridman
American novelist known for his spontaneous prose and Beat Generation works, inspiring Lex Fridman's idea of a road trip.
Penn Jillette on Magic, Losing 100+ Pounds, and Weaponizing Kindness | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Author quoted by Penn Jillette regarding avoiding moderation.
David Allen — The Art of Getting Things Done (GTD) | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Beat Generation writer, possibly co-coiner of the term 'Beat' with John Clellon Holmes.
Andrew Callaghan: Channel 5, Gonzo, QAnon, O-Block, Politics & Alex Jones | Lex Fridman Podcast #425
Lex Fridman
A writer of the Beat Generation, whose book 'On the Road' Andrew was constantly compared to after his hitchhiking book, which he refused to read.
Aella: Sex Work, OnlyFans, Porn, Escorting, Dating, and Human Sexuality | Lex Fridman Podcast #358
Lex Fridman
An American novelist and poet whose book 'On the Road' is quoted by the host, Lex Fridman, to preface the conversation with Aella.
Mike Birbiglia Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Famous writer whose quotes are collected as 'mind writing slogans'.
Rolf Potts Interview: Part 2 (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned as an inspiration for a screenplay adaptation of 'Vagabonding'.
Jeff Kaplan: World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Blizzard, and Future of Gaming | Lex Fridman Podcast #493
Lex Fridman
One of Jeff Kaplan's main influences as a writer, he even named his dog after him.