Kitchen Secrets with Jet Tila

In The Art of Learning, chess prodigy and tai chi World Champion Josh Waitzkin argues that a passionate commitment to growth leads to both competitive success and a fulfilling life. He explains what he learned in becoming the U.S. Junior Chess Champion as well as World Champion in Tai Chi Chuan Push Hands, arguing that excellence comes from unwavering focus, tenacious training, and creative self-actualization.

Waitzkin builds from basic to advanced strategies for both the psychological and technical sides of skill-building, showing that your growth as a competitor parallels your growth as an individual. In our guide, we’ll explain how to build any skill from the bottom up, from mastering the basic elements to developing high-level competitive tactics. We’ll also clarify and expand Waitzkin’s ideas with other perspectives on learning, from The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle, Black Box Thinking by Matthew Syed, and others.

Though it takes time and tenacity to excel, Waitzkin’s lessons will improve your approach to learning and help you find fulfillment in mastery.

How do figures such as Albert Einstein and Marie Curie do their greatest work? And can we follow in their footsteps? In Mastery, Robert Greene, famous for The 48 Laws of Power, argues that there is a clear path anyone can follow to achieve mastery, the highest level of creative excellence. He explains the three stages of mastery, and he argues that pursuing it yields a fulfilling life and great creative power.

Our guide explains Mastery in four parts, breaking down how Greene defines mastery and how to pursue it. You’ll learn how to develop new skills, discover why social know-how is crucial to rising in your field, and gain strategies for performing high-level creative work.

We’ll expand and scrutinize Greene’s ideas with perspectives from other prominent guides to high-level skillfulness—including The Art of Learning, Peak, and George Leonard’s Mastery. We’ll also examine where Greene appears to contradict himself, and whether you can achieve mastery at any age.

Why do we put off the things that matter most to us, even when we know that doing so makes us unhappy in the long run? According to psychologist and productivity coach Neil Fiore, the problem isn’t that we’re lazy—it’s that procrastination is a symptom of the fear and anxiety we sometimes feel about our work. In his 1988 book The Now Habit, Fiore explains what procrastination is, why we do it, and most importantly, how to avoid it.

The Now Habit combines psychological insights and time management tips designed to eliminate procrastination by lowering our resistance to work. Fiore promises that if you follow his system, you’ll get more done while enjoying a more relaxed and balanced life.

In this guide, we’ll examine Fiore’s theory of procrastination and share his ideas about how to fix it. Along the way, we’ll update Fiore’s advice by drawing on more recent work in the fields of psychology and productivity.

Old, recycled food, no gloves, and tons of butter. Even at the most prestigious restaurants, you probably don’t know what’s really going on in the kitchen.

In today’s fast-paced world, our lives increasingly revolve around productivity, efficiency, and work. It’s now normal for many people to answer emails during dinner and pack their days with as many tasks as possible. Yet in Do Nothing, radio journalist Celeste Headlee argues that by trying to do too much, people are working less efficiently because the human brain isn’t designed to multitask or work without rest. In addition, the culture of overworking has led to worse health outcomes and increased social isolation.

So if all this work isn’t serving us, how can we end an addiction to productivity? And if not work, what should we be doing? Headlee’s solution is to embrace true leisure—doing things just for the fun of it. In this guide, we’ll explain the historical origins of the modern work addiction, how it impacts society, and what you can do to live a healthier life. We’ll also supplement Headlee’s ideas with more context on global labor trends and tips from other wellness and productivity experts.

Old, recycled food, no gloves, and tons of butter. Even at the most prestigious restaurants, you probably don’t know what’s really going on in the kitchen.

Stare death in the eye with Theo Von and seasoned death investigator Toby Savoy in "This Past Weekend," as they unravel the intricacies of coronial duties in Louisiana. Savoy, bringing years of experience to the table, delves into the multifaceted responsibilities of his role—from scrupulous scene analysis to the sensitive coordination of mass casualty events like Hurricane Katrina. Exposing how he navigates limited resources with uncovered grit, the show reveals the hidden adaptability and resourcefulness required in the field of death investigation.

Further cementing insights into public health, Savoy shares the grim realities of the opioid crisis, its roots, and the harrowing effects of drugs like fentanyl on the community. His proactive stance speaks volumes as he advises on safety during cultural peaks, such as Mardi Gras, to prevent tragedy. Balancing the solemnity of his job, Savoy also shares his coping mechanisms, where humor and humility inject a dose of levity into a field shadowed by loss. Behind the scenes, Theo Von interlaces the dialogue with personal endorsements, granting listeners special savings while creating dialogue on critical safety and prevention issues. Join them for a conversation that not only peels back the layers of death investigation but also reflects on its foundational role in serving and protecting the community.

In his epic 707-page Tools of Titans, Tim Ferriss shares the habits and beliefs of 101 people at the top of their game, including tech investors like Chris Sacca and Peter Thiel, entrepreneurs like LinkedIn’s Reid Hoffman and Evernote’s Phil Libin, superhuman athletes like Amelia Boone and Wim Hof, media figures like Edward Norton and Whitney Cummings, and more.

These are the principles that successful people use to achieve audacious goals, improve themselves, and be happier. The premise: if you can apply the lessons from this book, you can be more effective.

Salt is one of the cheapest, most commonplace items: It sells for less than a loaf of bread, and during winter, we scatter it liberally on roads and sidewalks. However, there was once a time when salt was considered rare and valuable. In Salt, Mark Kurlansky argues that throughout much of human history, salt was a precious commodity—one that significantly shaped civilizations.

In this guide, we’ll present Kurlansky’s history of salt, describing the role it played in nourishing our ancestors, driving innovation, building empires—and even provoking rebellions. You’ll learn why salting food isn’t just about improving its flavor, why salt harvesting causes sinkholes, and how salt played an important role in several independence movements. Throughout this guide, we’ll supplement Kurlansky’s history of salt with relevant concepts in chemistry, food science, and geology. We’ll also update the book’s ideas with recent research on how we harvest and use salt today.

Dive into the charmingly enigmatic world of superstitions with Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant in "Stuff You Should Know," as they unravel the mystery behind why spilling salt is considered unlucky. In a lively exchange of historical anecdotes, personal reflections, and cultural tidbits, the duo invites listeners to contemplate the deep-seated beliefs that have seasoned human traditions for centuries. The episode serves a flavorful mix of trivia, starting from the curious practice of tossing a pinch of salt over the left shoulder to ward off evil, to the psychological comforts such rituals provide.

Stretching beyond the realm of kitchen mishaps, Josh and Chuck delve into salt's prestigious past, examining its value as a currency and its notable cameo in da Vinci's "The Last Supper." They artfully sprinkle in salt's presence within various cultures and religions, pointing to tales of love and protection. Join the hosts of "Stuff You Should Know" as they uncover how an ordinary condiment has garnered extraordinary significance through historical lore and pop culture, from ancient Roman soldiers to the animated antics of The Flintstones, all while drawing us in with personal anecdotes that prove old superstitions still enjoy a place at the modern table.

Old, recycled food, no gloves, and tons of butter. Even at the most prestigious restaurants, you probably don’t know what’s really going on in the kitchen.

In this episode of "Wiser Than Me," host Julia Louis-Dreyfus and guest Ruth Reichl hold a detailed conversation filled with wisdom and depth. They candidly discuss personal struggles, aging, body image issues and their shared love of food. If you're looking for inspiration or relatability in narrations of overcoming trials, or simply take joy in good food and cooking, these personal anecdotes and thoughtful insights are sure to captivate.

Scientists have long said that overcoming adversity is a key component of personal growth and development - that's essentially learning to be "wiser." Reichl and Louis-Dreyfus transparently lend their wisdom on this front, each offering valuable perspective. Reichl, at 75, provides rich insights into aging and the understanding it brings, whilst Louis-Dreyfus helps listeners navigate the topic of body image and self love. Touching on food as a source of joy, tackling cooking as a therapeutic activity and appreciating the wisdom of our seniors; this podcast is embedded with lessons learned, making it an enlightening listen for anyone keen on personal growth and the exquisiteness of life.