Robert Caro
American journalist and author
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Videos Mentioning Robert Caro
The design process is dead. Here’s what’s replacing it. | Jenny Wen (head of design at Claude)
Lenny's Podcast
Author of 'The Power Broker', a book recommended for its long-arc perspective on careers and productivity.
Saagar Enjeti: Politics, History, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #167
Lex Fridman
Author of multi-volume biographies of Lyndon B. Johnson, deeply admired for his detailed approach to history and power.
#101 – Ryan Holiday: Finding stillness amidst chaos
Peter Attia MD
Author of a book on LBJ mentioned in the context of Doris Kearns Goodwin's discussion on leadership.
Robert Greene on Reading, The Laws of Power, and Detecting Lies | Knowledge Project Podcast Archive
The Knowledge Project Podcast
Author known for his extensive biographies, particularly the series on Lyndon B. Johnson. Greene admires Caro's depth and analytical approach, using his work in his own books.
David Rubenstein — Raising Billions of Dollars & Advising Presidents
Tim Ferriss
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian known for his extensive biographies of Robert Moses and Lyndon B. Johnson, whose depth of research enables readers to feel they are 'talking to' the subject.
Morgan Housel — Contrarian Money and Writing Advice, Three Simple Goals to Guide Your Life, and More
Tim Ferriss
Described as the greatest and most thorough biographer, known for his decades-long research, meticulous approach, and motto 'turn every page.'
Jim Collins on The Value of Small Gestures, Unseen Sources of Power, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Extraordinary biographer known for his meticulous research and detailed biographies, particularly 'The Power Broker' and his series on Lyndon Johnson.
Edward Norton — On Creative Process and Struggle, and Motherless Brooklyn | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
The author of 'The Power Broker,' a book about Robert Moses, referenced by Tim Ferriss.
Why You're Always Tired & Exhausted (No Matter What You Do) | Cal Newport
Cal Newport
A renowned non-fiction biographer, famous for his multi-volume biography of Lyndon Johnson. He works long, focused hours on single tasks for extended periods without experiencing exhaustion.
Dustin Moskovitz, Co Founder of Asana and Facebook | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A biographer whose dedication to the craft Dustin Moskovitz admires.
Cal Fussman Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Historian who wrote extensively about Lyndon Johnson and 'The Power Broker,' getting 'goosebumps' when Cal Fussman mentioned Juanita D. Roberts.
The Random Show, Couch Edition! — Supplements, Breathing and Balance Training, and Much More!
Tim Ferriss
The author of 'The Power Broker,' who was interviewed by '99% Invisible' about Robert Moses.