Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 16 hours ago
In this video, I share my thoughts on Cal Newport's recent video about reading five books a month. While Cal has been a significant influence on my reading habits, I believe his approach in this video sends the wrong message about the value we get from books. I'll discuss which of Cal's ideas are great, which are misleading, and why his books are still worth your time. Join me as I argue for the importance of reading well over reading quickly.
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In this video, I share my thoughts on Cal Newport's recent video about reading five books a month. While Cal has been a significant influence on my reading habits, I believe his approach in this video sends the wrong message about the value we get from books. I'll discuss which of Cal's ideas are great, which are misleading, and why his books are still worth your time. Join me as I argue for the importance of reading well over reading quickly.
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If you find my work valuable and would like to support me as a creator, please consider becoming a patron. For just $1.25 a week, your generosity helps keep my podcasts, newsletters, and more free from sponsors and ads. Your support also enables me to bring esteemed guests to the show. Thank you for helping me continue to create content you love.
☕️ — Buy me a coffee — buymeacoffee.com/thereadwellpodcast
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Other Important Links:
📝 — Subscribe to my Newsletter Letter — thereadwellpodcast.com/newsletter
📚 — Join My Book Club — thereadwellpodcast.com/book-club
📆 — Learn to Read for 60 Minutes a Day without Distraction — community.thereadwellpodcast.com/c/the-focused-reader
