
Mini Bio:
Cal Newport is an accomplished author, academic, and speaker renowned for his expertise in productivity, technology, and work-life balance. Through his groundbreaking books and insightful research, Cal Newport has revolutionized the way individuals approach their work and personal lives.
As a professor of computer science at Georgetown University, Cal Newport combines his academic background with practical insights to provide actionable strategies for deep work and focused concentration. His teachings emphasize the importance of deliberate practice and intentional use of technology in achieving optimal performance and satisfaction.
Beyond academia, Cal Newport is a sought-after speaker and author, sharing his wisdom on productivity and life optimization with audiences worldwide. Through his mission-driven work, he inspires individuals to reclaim their time, cultivate meaningful connections, and lead more fulfilling lives in an increasingly distracted world.
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Below are the questions covered in today’s episode (with their timestamps). Get your questions answered by Cal! Send an email to podcast@calnewport.com.
Video from today’s episode: youtube.com/calnewportmedia
2:25 DEEP DIVE: How Do I Build “Cognitive Fitness”? | Monday Advice
INBOX:
30:51 Message from a social media influencer
33:02 Reaction to Amy Timberlake interview
38:01 Putting Cal’s advice into practice
WHAT CAL IS UP TO:
41:20 What I read
43:45 What I’m doing
Books:
The Noonday Devil (by Jean-Charles Nault: translated from original French)
Links:
Buy Cal’s latest book, “Slow Productivity” at www.calnewport.com/slow
Get a signed copy of Cal’s “Slow Productivity” at https://peoplesbooktakoma.com/event/cal-newport/
Cal’s monthly book directory: bramses.notion.site/059db2641def4a88988b4d2cee4657ba?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdvqpqHSQas
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/27/opinion/technology-mental-fitness-cognitive.html
https://www.newyorker.com/culture/annals-of-inquiry/what-kind-of-writer-is-chatgpt
https://anjalibanerjee.com/paws-and-platen/from-typewritten-draft-to-published-page
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Thanks to Jesse Miller for mastering and production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Nate Mechler for research and newsletter.
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