Notes: This HBO documentary covers the life and work of Berkshire Hathaway Chairman & CEO Warren Buffett, largely through his own quotes. We also hear a lot from his business partner Charlie Munger and his first wife Suzie Buffett. Warren Buffett’s advice can teach us way more about life than just business. Most people callContinue reading “Best Quotes from the Becoming Warren Buffett Documentary”
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Best Quotes from Tom Brady’s “Man in the Arena” Documentary
Notes: This ESPN+ series is a largely autobiographical retelling of Tom Brady’s career from the University of Michigan to seven Super Bowl championships. This documentary’s title borrows from Theodore Roosevelt’s 1910 speech “Citizenship in a Republic“, which includes the famous “Man in the Arena” quote: “It is not the critic who counts…” Watch: Trailer, VideoContinue reading “Best Quotes from Tom Brady’s “Man in the Arena” Documentary”
Best Quotes from the Tiger HBO Documentary
Notes: Neil: This documentary is about Earl Woods as much as it is about his son Tiger Woods. Earl always knew that Tiger was destined for greatness and built their family’s whole lives around Tiger’s success. This pressure and focus was both a blessing and curse for Tiger, who grew up perfectly prepared to beContinue reading “Best Quotes from the Tiger HBO Documentary”
Best Quotes From Steve Jobs’ 1982 Speech to the Academy of Achievement
Notes: Neil: This speech was given by then 26-year-old Steve Jobs as an acceptance speech to the Academy of Achievement, which is a broader version of the Academy that gives out Oscars. This Steve Jobs is at the top of his first mountain; everything is seemingly going right. (He is fired from Apple just threeContinue reading “Best Quotes From Steve Jobs’ 1982 Speech to the Academy of Achievement”
Best Quotes From The “Knock Down The House” Documentary
Notes: Trailer: YouTube Full Video: Netflix, YouTube Book Recommendation: Run for Something by Amanda Litman (2017) Reading Time: ~10 minutes total. ~3 minutes bolded-only. ~1 minute highlights only. Neil: This documentary largely focuses on the rise of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), who won her 2018 NY-14 Democratic primary challenge vs. Rep. Joe Crowley. AOC’s message andContinue reading “Best Quotes From The “Knock Down The House” Documentary”
Best Quotes From Theodore Roosevelt’s 1910 Speech “Citizenship in a Republic” (Ft. “The Man in the Arena”)
Notes: Neil: This speech features the famous “The Man in the Arena” quote loved by people who face criticism while they are struggling. Politicians especially love to recite this quote to reporters and themselves when they’re losing an election. But “The Man in the Arena” is just one paragraph in the middle of a one-hourContinue reading “Best Quotes From Theodore Roosevelt’s 1910 Speech “Citizenship in a Republic” (Ft. “The Man in the Arena”)”
Best Quotes From Theodore Roosevelt’s 1883 Speech “Duties of American Citizenship”
Notes: Neil: This speech is President Theodore Roosevelt rallying every American to get in the Arena of politics. Just as we have a duty to serve and protect our family, we have a responsibility to our country and our community. He especially calls out “men in business” who make excuses not to serve in politics and thenContinue reading “Best Quotes From Theodore Roosevelt’s 1883 Speech “Duties of American Citizenship””
Best Quotes From Elon Musk’s 2018 Interview With Kara Swisher
Notes: Neil: This is one of my favorite podcast episodes of all time. Elon Musk embodies The Stockdale Paradox throughout this interview, confronting the brutal facts facing his missions while keeping absolute faith that he will eventually succeed. I’ve highlighted my favorite segments below. Book Recommendation: Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for aContinue reading “Best Quotes From Elon Musk’s 2018 Interview With Kara Swisher”
Best Quotes From Kanye West’s 2005 Interview With Charlie Rose
Notes: Neil: This interview was recorded in the year where everything was finally going right for Kanye West, when he’s finally getting recognized for his elite talent. His energy is equal parts relief, confidence, and excitement here. Like many elite performers, Kanye’s motivation and frustration is driven by the gap between how he sees himselfContinue reading “Best Quotes From Kanye West’s 2005 Interview With Charlie Rose”
Best Quotes From “The Last Dance” Documentary
Notes: Neil: I’ve watched every documentary in the original 30 for 30 ESPN series and most of the documentaries ESPN has made since then, including my new favorite, The Last Dance. (My other favorites are No Crossover, The Two Escobars, The Fab Five, Broke, Ghosts of Ole Miss, Survive and Advance, Bad Boys, Sole Man,Continue reading “Best Quotes From “The Last Dance” Documentary”