
Michael Jordan
Analogy comparing the training session to shooting one-on-one with Michael Jordan in the YMCA.
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Videos Mentioning Michael Jordan

Khabib vs Lex: Training with Khabib | FULL EXCLUSIVE FOOTAGE
Lex Fridman
Analogy comparing the training session to shooting one-on-one with Michael Jordan in the YMCA.

E86: Macro outlook: jobs, housing, inflation + Dutch farmers protests & EU climate missteps
All-In Podcast
Mentioned in comparison to Phil Hellmuth's achievements, specifically in relation to having multiple championship rings (four in this case for Hellmuth).

All-In Summit: Bill Gurley presents 2,851 Miles
All-In Podcast
Used as a metaphor to illustrate the vast power imbalance between startups and established entities like Comcast.

Israel Adesanya: Becoming World Champion Was The Lowest Day Of My Life!
The Diary Of A CEO
Basketball icon whose legacy inspires Israel Adesanya's thoughts on impact and feeling.

Getting Used to It: A Conversation with Cass R. Sunstein (Episode #359)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as an example of an exceptional athlete whose skill level is unattainable.

Jimmy Carr: The Easiest Way To Live A Happier Life | E106
The Diary Of A CEO
Legendary basketball player, used as an example to illustrate that even immense natural talent requires extraordinary hard work to achieve greatness.

Investing with the Best, Founder-Problem Fit, Pre-Mortems and Pre-Parades, and More — Roelof Botha
Tim Ferriss
A famous basketball player, whose quotes could be used to illustrate the point that taking rational shots, even if they miss, is part of success.

E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more
All-In Podcast
Basketball legend whose creation of equity in the NBA is used as an example for unions fighting for equity.

Ep. 189: Why The Times Dropped Twitter, Good Hive Minds, and Surviving Busy Weeks | Deep Questions
Cal Newport
Referenced in the context of Cal Newport's illness, comparing his current state to Jordan's famous 'flu game' in basketball.

Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness | Huberman Lab Guest Series
Andrew Huberman
Famous basketball player for the Chicago Bulls, who in the mid-1990s, was seen weightlifting on TV, further popularizing strength training among mainstream athletes.

#96–David Epstein: How range of experience leads to better performance in a highly specialized world
Peter Attia MD
A legendary basketball player whose attempt at professional baseball is discussed as an example of missing a critical window for developing specific perceptual anticipation skills.

Chris Bosh - How to Reinvent Yourself, The Way and The Power, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
An iconic NBA player, part of the 1992 Dream Team, who Chris Bosh idolized and watched win six championships, sparking his early basketball obsession.

Terry Crews — Masculinity, True Power, Therapy, and Resisting Cynicism
Tim Ferriss
An iconic athlete discussed as an example of someone who achieved immense success but may not have been fulfilled, illustrating the potential downsides of fame.

E132: SEC goes after crypto giants, Sequoia splits, LIV/PGA, Messi's deal + LIVE Q&A!
All-In Podcast
Used as an analogy for Lionel Messi's deal, akin to creating a 'Jordan brand' by monetizing his content and equity.

George Mumford - Mindfulness Coach to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Legendary basketball player credited with transforming his leadership with Mumford's help, leading the Bulls to six championships.

I Hired A Pickup Artist To Help Me Find A Girlfriend
Tim Ferriss
Referred to as the 'Michael Jordan of hacking' in comparison to Sammy's skills.

Jason Calacanis: Startups, Angel Investing, Capitalism, and Friendship | Lex Fridman Podcast #161
Lex Fridman
Legendary basketball player, whose extreme competitiveness and drive to win, as depicted in 'The Last Dance,' are related to capitalist motivation.

Phil Hellmuth Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A basketball legend mentioned as an example of a great athlete whose prime performance is inspiring.

The Psychology of Money — Morgan Housel
Tim Ferriss
Basketball player, used in a hyperbolic comparison to describe James Simons' exceptional investment performance.

Mark Bell Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A basketball legend mentioned as an example of sustained greatness over a long period, not just a single day.

The Science of Learning & Speaking Languages | Dr. Eddie Chang
Andrew Huberman
Basketball athlete used as an example of extreme human physical performance, contrasting with hypothetical superhuman abilities.

Master Economist on Strategic Quitting and Valuable Decisions on the Margin — John List
Tim Ferriss
A legendary basketball player, used as an example to illustrate recognizing when one is not at the top tier of a field, and also referenced playfully by John List about retiring on a high note in poker.

Michael Schur — Lessons from "The Office" and SNL, Moral Philosophy, Storytelling, and More
Tim Ferriss
Basketball player, used as an example of practicing basics even at peak performance, relating to fundamental ethics.

2020's Most Notable Research (with guests Eric Helms and Mike Zourdos) - Episode 51
Stronger By Science
NBA legend whose trash talk during a playoff game is, anecdotally, said to have psychologically impacted Muggsy Bogues' shooting performance for the rest of his career.