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Podcast · 84 episodes

The Knowledge Project, page 2

by Shane Parrish · English

Uncovering the timeless principles that drive success. Hosted by Shane Parrish (entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and author), the goal of each episode is simply to master the best of what other people have already figured out. Learn More: Timeless insights into business and life in 5 minutes a week: https://fs.blog/newsletter Shane's Books: https://fs.blog/books

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Morgan Housel: Wealth is What You Have Minus What You WantWealth psychology and financial independence—what money can and can’t do for happiness, why people feel poorer after downgrades, and how housing affordability drives broader social outcomes.20 Jan 2026 · 1 h 58 min · 53 chapters
The Multidisciplinary Approach to Thinking | Peter D. Kaufman [Outliers]Editor of *Poor Charlie’s Almanack*13 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 10 chapters
James Clear: How to Build Good Habits & Break Bad OnesHow to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones1 Jan 2026 · 2 h 16 min · 58 chapters
The Outlier Playbook: The Patterns Behind Enduring SuccessIn this episode of The Knowledge Project, host Shane Parrish dives into the commonalities among history's greatest business outliers.30 Dec 2025 · 41 min · 14 chapters
Pierre Poilievre on the Role of Government, Freedom, and AffordabilityThis episode features Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Conservative Party in Canada, discussing various political and economic issues in a nuanced manner.27 Dec 2025 · 57 min
Be Your Best in 2026: The Most Important Lessons from The Knowledge Project (2025)In this final episode of 2025, host Shane Parrish compiles insights from influential guests throughout the year, emphasizing essential lessons on decision-making, leadership, relationships, and…23 Dec 2025 · 1 h 11 min
Bernie Marcus: The Home Depot Story [Outliers]Master the best of what other people have already figured out through deep conversations that uncover timeless principles driving success.16 Dec 2025 · 1 h 1 min
How to Think Like a World-Class Marketer | Rory SutherlandIn this episode, Rory Sutherland, the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, shares insights on persuasion, decision-making, and marketing strategies driven by psychological principles.9 Dec 2025 · 2 h 1 min
Mary Kay Ash: The Greatest Salesperson In History [Outliers] The Greatest Salesperson In History [Outliers]2 Dec 2025 · 1 h 4 min
7 Principles of Inner Excellence to Stay Calm Under Fire | Jim MurphyIn this episode, top performance coach Jim Murphy discusses the principles of mental toughness, how to eliminate fear, master pressure, and achieve elite performance.25 Nov 2025 · 1 h 18 min
Charlie Munger: The Psychology of Human Misjudgment [Outliers]A podcast designed to master the best insights from others, engaging in deep conversations to uncover timeless principles that drive success.18 Nov 2025 · 1 h 14 min
Panera Founder Ron ShaichMaster the best of what other people have already figured out through deep conversations that uncover timeless principles driving success.11 Nov 2025 · 1 h 44 min
Steve Wozniak: The Engineer Who Built Apple [Outliers]The Engineer Who Built Apple [Outliers]4 Nov 2025 · 56 min
Forensic Account Anthony Scilipoti: The Bubble No One is Talking About In this episode, forensic accountant Anthony Scilipoti discusses the current state of the financial markets, particularly regarding the AI sector, and reflects on his career experiences, including…28 Oct 2025 · 1 h 35 min
Jim Clayton: Turning Competitors’ Mistakes Into $1.7B [Outliers]In this episode of *The Knowledge Project*, host Shane Parrish delves into the remarkable journey of Jim Clayton and the unconventional strategies he employed to build Clayton Homes into a…21 Oct 2025 · 1 h 5 min
Tracy Britt Cool: Building Great BusinessesIn this episode of *The Knowledge Project*, Shane Parrish interviews Tracy Britt Cool, co-founder of Kanbrick and former CEO of Pampered Chef.14 Oct 2025 · 1 h 45 min
Hetty Green: The Witch of Wall Street [Outliers]In this episode, host Shane Parrish delves into the life of Hetty Green, a pioneering female financier in the late 1800s who amassed a fortune worth billions today, despite operating in a…7 Oct 2025 · 47 min
Barry Diller: Building IACIn this episode of The Knowledge Project, host Shane Parrish speaks with Barry Diller, a prominent businessman known for his influential roles in the media industry, including the founding of the Fox…30 Sep 2025 · 1 h
Ed Stack: Lessons from Dick’s Sporting Goods [Outliers] In this episode, host Shane Parrish discusses Ed Stack's journey of transforming Dick's Sporting Goods from a modest family store into a retail giant with over 800 locations and billions in sales.23 Sep 2025 · 1 h 20 min
How To Build A Cult | Lulu Cheng MeserveyIn this episode of The Knowledge Project, host Shane Parrish interviews Lulu Cheng Meservey, a renowned expert in communications and strategy, currently the creator of Rostra, an advisory firm…16 Sep 2025 · 1 h 49 min
Fred Smith: The Story of FedEx [Outliers]Fred Smith founded FedEx based on an idea everyone believed would fail, transforming it into an $88 billion empire that revolutionized global shipping.9 Sep 2025 · 52 min
Why Everyone Is Wrong About AI (Including You) | Benedict EvansBenedict Evans, a seasoned technology analyst, shares his insights about AI and its implications in this episode of The Knowledge Project.2 Sep 2025 · 1 h 13 min
Small Town Billionaire: How John Bragg Built 3 Empires [Outliers]Explore timeless principles that drive success through deep conversations with influential figures.26 Aug 2025 · 1 h 8 min
The Science of Lasting Love with Dr. Sue Johnson In this episode of "The Knowledge Project," host Shane Parrish engages in a deep and insightful conversation with the late Dr. Sue Johnson, a pioneer in emotionally focused therapy (EFT). Dr.19 Aug 2025 · 2 h 10 min