Conversation with Cal Newport — The Key to Productivity without Burnout
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Cal Newport, a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss productivity, the importance of work-life balance, and the disruption of AI on work. Learn more about Cal here, and his book, “Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.” Scott opens with his thoughts on storytelling.  Algebra of Happiness: A Dad Hack.  Vote for No Mercy / No Malice in the Webby’s!  Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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