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Bookworm

Mike Schmitz and Cory Hixson

Bookworm is dedicated to doing more than just reading books. Mike Schmitz & Cory Hixson read a book every two weeks and discuss ways to apply the author"s lessons to their lives.

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242: The Overthinker's Guide to Making Decisions by...

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2026/02/13

Today's author promises to teach us frameworks and principles to help us stop overthinking when trying to decide. Join Mike and Cory as they attempt to escape the endless "what if" loops in their brains and make better (and more intuitive) decisions.Intentional by Chris BaileyClaude Just Game My Obsidian Journaling Workflow a HUGE UpgradeMike’s PKM QuizMike’s Obsidian Report Card FormThe Overthinker’s Guide to Making Decisions by Joseph NguyenDon’t Believe Everything You Think by Joseph

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241: Intentional by Chris Bailey

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2026/01/30

Today's author promises to distill a decade of deep research on productivity to deliver a profound, practical, and counterintuitive road map to getting things done. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to live a more intentional life.Support the ShowIntentional by Chris BaileyThe Productivity Project by Chris BaileyThe Library CommunityHyper Focus by Chris BaileyHow to Calm Your Mind by Chris BaileyHow to Train Your Mind by Chris BaileyOvercoming Procrastination CourseThe

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240: Hacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton &...

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2026/01/16

Note: If you're only hearing Mike, delete and redownload the file.Today's authors promise to teach us the behavioral science secrets behind 17 of the world's best brands. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the marketing of the world's biggest brands.Support the ShowNeuYear Focused CalendarCraft + CommerceBandersnatch by Diana Pavloc GlyerHacking the Human Mind by Richard Shotton & Michaelaaron FlickerRuby coffee roastersSnickers Feast adThe Social DilemmaBookworm #198: Scarcity Brain

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239: Proust and The Squid by Maryanne Wolf

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2026/01/02

Today's author (and neuropsychologist) shows us how and why the human brain has adapted in order to read and write. Join Mike & Cory as they examine the past and consider the future of the reading brain.Support the showNew Bookworm websiteMike’s Live Practical PKM CohortSublimeProust and The Squid by Maryanne WolfReader, Come Home by Maryanne Wolf#196: Focus & The Reading Life, with Maryanne WolfBandersnatch by Diana GlyerHow to Read a Book by Mortimer AdlerThe Veldt by Ray

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238: Sketch Your Mind by Zsolt Viczian

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2025/12/19

Today's author promises to help us build a visual-first system to capture, connect, and use our ideas like never before. Join Mike & Cory as ponder the creative power of the visual zettelkasten.Support the ShowLazy.soSketch Your Mind by Zsolt ViczianA System for Writing by Bob DotoExcalidrawExcalidraw Obsidian pluginExcalibrain Obsidian pluginGoodNotesMindNodeSublimeThe Sketchnote Workbook by Mike RohdeRory's Story CubesProuse and The Squid by Maryanne WolfHacking the Human Mind by

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1:47:58

237: Toxic Grit by Amanda Goetz

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2025/12/05

For years, we’ve been told the answer to burnout is better balance. Today’s author promises to show us a better way. Join Mike and Cory as they examine an alternative approach to ambition. Support the Show Recommend a Book Craft + Commerce Sponsor Games The Pathless Path Premium Hardcover Edition Otterpine Press Bookworm #208: Good […]

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1:38:09

236: Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday

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2025/11/21

Today’s author promises to teach us how to listen more than we talk, to think with nuance, to ruthlessly question our own beliefs, and to develop a method of self-education. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the virtue on which all other virtues depend. Support the Show Recommend a Book Personal Retreat Planner Bookworm […]

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1:39:47

235: Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath

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2025/11/07

Today’s authors promise to help us transform the way we communicate our ideas. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into what makes an idea sticky. Support the Show Recommend a Book Mike’s Personal Retreat video NaNoWriMo The Library Sponsor Games Bookworm 234: Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Made to Stick by Chip and Dan […]

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1:31:29

234: Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore

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2025/10/24

Today’s author promises to give us the tools we need to turn influence into income. Join Mike & Cory as they consider building their own dream brand partnerships. Support the Show Recommend a Book FC26 The Personal Retreat Planner Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore Signature Framework Sponsor Games Creator Wizard Building a Second Brain book […]

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1:28:11

233: Time Anxiety by Chris Guillebeau

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2025/10/10

Today’s author promises to give us the antidote to deadline dread, time guilt, and chronic rushing. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to redefine their relationships with the clock. Support the Show Recommend a Book Overcoming Procrastination (Chris Bailey’s course) The Personal Retreat Planner Mike’s Personal Retreat video Time Anxiety by Chris Guillebeau The […]

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1:34:20

232: Published by Chandler Bolt

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2025/09/26

Today’s author promises to give us a map to go from blank page to published author as fast as possible. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it takes to actually write a book. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Personal Retreat Planner Mike’s Book Notes Overcoming Procrastination (Chris Bailey’s course) The Productivity […]

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1:42:58

231: Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy

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2025/09/12

Today’s author promises to give us tactics we can use to overcome procrastination and take action on what’s really important. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to seize the day with decision, discipline, and determination. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Personal Retreat Planner Zapier Numerics Eat That Frog! Fourth Edition by Brian […]

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1:38:56

230: The Science of Scaling by Dr. Benjamin Hardy &...

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2025/08/29

Today’s authors promise to teach us a framework for helping us view business through a whole new lens. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what it means to set impossible goals with impossible timelines. Support the Show Recommend a Book WavePal Extra Focus by Jesse J. Anderson The Science of Scaling by Dr. Benjamin […]

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1:32:46

229: From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks

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2025/08/15

Today’s author promises to help us find success, happiness, and deep purpose in the second half of life. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to navigate some of life’s toughest transitions. Support the Show Recommend a Book Ecamm Live Doc Rock | YouTube Opus Pro No Dumb Questions From Strength to Strength by Arthur […]

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1:36:16

228: AI Snake Oil by Arvid Narayanan & Sayash Kapoor

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2025/08/01

Today’s authors (and two of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in AI) promise to help us navigate the often misleading claims about the real capabilities of Artificial Intelligence. Join Mike & Cory as they consider what AI can do, what it can’t, and how to tell the difference. Support the Show Recommend a Book The […]

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1:54:24

227: Lean Learning by Pat Flynn

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2025/07/18

Today’s author promises to help us identify what’s essential for our growth and eliminate all the distractions that tend to bog us down. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to navigate the chaos of information overload. Support the Show Recommend a Book Craft + Commerce CEX Newsletter Marketing Summit The Library Macstock Lean Learning […]

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1:29:06

226: The 5 Resets by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

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2025/07/04

Today’s author is a Harvard stress expert who promises to help us overcome our stress using five small but mighty mindset shifts. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to rewire their brains and achieve balance in their battle with burnout. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins The […]

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1:31:45

225: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

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2025/06/20

Today’s author promises to teach us how to stop wasting energy on what we can’t control and start focusing on what truly matters. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on a journey to discover how much power they truly have. Support the Show Craft + Commerce The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins The […]

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1:41:29

224: The Confident Mind by Dr. Nate Zinsser

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2025/06/06

Today’s author has worked with U.S. Military Academy Cadets, world-class athletes, and many others needing to develop the confidence needed to succeed on the world’s largest stages. Join Cory & Mike as they learn how to build, protect, and rely on the confidence needed to perform well when it matters most. Support the Show Craft […]

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223: When by Daniel Pink

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2025/05/23

Today’s author promises to help us understand how considering when can help us live richer, more engaged lives. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to decipher the scientific secrets of perfect timing. Support the Show Mike’s Newsletter poll When by Daniel Pink Dead Wake by Erik Larson Daily Rituals by Mason Currey Fear Setting […]

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