J.K. Rowling
Author of the Harry Potter books, used as an example to explain copyright and royalties in contrast to how marketing ideas are often compensated.
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Videos Mentioning J.K. Rowling

World Leading Mindset Expert: How To Reach Your Full Potential - Matthew Syed | E84
The Diary Of A CEO
Author, quoted as saying 'the only way never to fail is never to try,' highlighting the importance of taking risks and embracing failure.

Marketing Expert: The Playbook Behind Every Great Campaign | Rory Sutherland
The Knowledge Project Podcast
Author of the Harry Potter books, used as an example to explain copyright and royalties in contrast to how marketing ideas are often compensated.

Jimmy Carr: The Easiest Way To Live A Happier Life | E106
The Diary Of A CEO
Author of the Harry Potter series, quoted on the concept of taking responsibility for one's life and where to draw that line.

Senator Eric Schmitt: Exposing the Biggest Censorship Scandal in US History
All-In Podcast
Author, mentioned as someone whose account was reinstated on Twitter.

E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more
All-In Podcast
Author whose success is used as an example of a winner-take-all market in creative industries.

Richard Wiseman on Lessons from Dale Carnegie, Mentalism, The Psychology of the Paranormal, and More
Tim Ferriss
Author of the Harry Potter series, mentioned by Tim Ferriss in an anecdote about a cafe in Edinburgh.

The Cancellation of J.K. Rowling: A Conversation with Megan Phelps-Roper (Episode #314)
Sam Harris
Author of the Harry Potter series, who became the subject of controversy for her public statements on sex and gender, which are explored in the podcast series.

A Masterclass in Riding the Waves of Life — “The School for Good and Evil” Creator Soman Chainani
Tim Ferriss
Author of the Harry Potter series, mentioned as someone against whom other authors were perceived to be competing in the magic school genre.

Richard Osman: The Untold Story Of A TV Legend's Addiction!
The Diary Of A CEO
The author of the Harry Potter series, mentioned as an example of a successful solo author, in contrast to committee-written movies.

Success, Failure, & The Common Good: A Conversation with Michael Sandel (Episode: #221)
Sam Harris
Author of the Harry Potter series, used as an example of creative success and the debate around moral desert and monetary reward.

Microbes, Robots, and Ambition - Robin Sloan on His Novel Sourdough
Y Combinator
Author of the Harry Potter series, whose writing style can be imitated by text-generating neural networks.

Social Media & Public Trust:A Conversation with Bari Weiss, Michael Shellenberger, and Renee DiResta
Sam Harris
Mentioned regarding the subjectivity of moderation decisions and potentially controversial statements.

Repairing our Country: A Conversation with Jonah Goldberg (Episode #296)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as an example of someone on the left considered a 'moral monster' by some.

The Nature of Human Nature: A Conversation with Robert Plomin (Episode #211)
Sam Harris
Mentioned in the context of current societal taboos regarding biological sex.

Wealth & Happiness: A Conversation with Scott Galloway (Episode #189)
Sam Harris
Author of Harry Potter, mentioned as an example of someone who ethically acquired wealth through creative output that brought joy to many.

Neil Gaiman — The Interview I've Waited 20 Years To Do
Tim Ferriss
The author of the Harry Potter series, mentioned as having achieved best-selling novelist status in the UK after Terry Pratchett.

Ep. 251: The Efficiency Trap
Cal Newport
Mentioned as an author whose room is themed at the Sylvia Beach Hotel, decorated with a 'Hogwarts type' atmosphere, including an owl figurine.

Ep. 243: In The Weeds!
Cal Newport
Used as an example of someone who had a high-profile, imaginative idea.

A Conversation with Jesse Singal (Episode #250)
Sam Harris
Her case is used as an example of someone who likely would have been 'canceled' if not for her immense financial success, and her controversial statements on gender identity are discussed.

David Yarrow on Art, Markets, Business, and Combining It All | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Author of the Harry Potter series, quoted for her expression on rock bottom being a solid foundation.

E8: TikTok + Oracle, how privacy loss will impact society, economy & COVID outlooks for 2021
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as a signatory to the Harper's Magazine letter and in relation to her views on transgender issues.

My $2.4m London Apartment Tour
Ali Abdaal
Author associated with the Harry Potter universe, for whom merchandise is displayed.

Ep. 234: Ambition Without Burnout
Cal Newport
Author of the Harry Potter series, used as an example of grand ambition, achieving massive success but still potentially experiencing disappointment with subsequent projects like screenplays.

Soman Chainani Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Author of the Harry Potter series, whose success in creating a universe inspired Soman Chainani's work.