Jane Austen

Henry Oliver on Measure for Measure, Late Bloomers, and the Smartest Writers in English

Conversations with Tyler

Author discussed in relation to Adam Smith and Shakespeare

Knowledge Work: A Conversation with Cal Newport (Episode #363)

Sam Harris

A historical figure used as a case study for traditional productivity, representing someone who achieved great accomplishments through a different, presumably slower, pace.

Russell Kane: How To Build Confidence & Stay Young | E79

The Diary Of A CEO

A prominent English novelist, mentioned as part of Russell Kane's English Literature studies and contrasting with practical creative writing.

Ep. 197: Cal’s Writing Process, Lessons from Tim Ferriss, and the Power of Paper

Cal Newport

An English novelist whose story Cal Newport wants to tell in his new book, exemplifying the principle of doing fewer things.

Busy People vs Productive People: What It Takes To Achieve Mastery & Avoid Burnout | Cal Newport

Cal Newport

An example of a historical knowledge worker whose life is analyzed to understand how to achieve productivity without burnout, contrasting the myth with reality.

Joyce Carol Oates — A Writing Icon on Creative Process and Creative Living | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

An author whose popular novels like 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Emma' are contrasted with less frequently read ones like 'Mansfield Park', illustrating varying reader attention.

Gretchen Rubin Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

An author whose novels Gretchen Rubin rereads when seeking a comforting read.

Tim O'Reilly Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

An English novelist, particularly mentioned for her book 'Pride and Prejudice,' which O'Reilly found deeply insightful into the human soul.

You’re Not Lazy — You’re in the Digital Doldrums! (How to Feel Alive Again) | Cal Newport

Cal Newport