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AcquiredDecember 18, 2017
Episode 51: 2017 Holiday Special
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Acquired cozies up to the fire and looks back on the year in tech. How wildly off were we on last year’s predictions? What does the next year have in store? Most importantly, what price will Bitcoin be trading at in December 2018??? Pour yourself a glass of your favorite holiday beverage and kick back with us.
4 book mentions in this episode.
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Books Mentioned
His Dark Materials
Philip Pullman
“The trilogy includes The Golden Compass, a fantasy young adult fiction that can be enjoyed by adults, similar to Harry Potter.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: fiction book recommendations
For: Fans of fantasy and young adult fiction
Key quote: “It's like Harry Potter meets like sci-fi meets steampunk.”
The host mentions 'His Dark Materials' as a standout fiction trilogy that appeals to both young adults and adults alike. They highlight its engaging storytelling and unique blend of genres, comparing it to the popular 'Harry Potter' series.
ASIN: B0000W6SPE
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Shoe Dog
Phil Knight
“A nonfiction book about the creation of Nike, described as a page-turner and well-written, suitable for those interested in business or good storytelling.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: recommendation of nonfiction books
For: people who enjoy business, shoes, or good storytelling
Key quote: “It was so good. Oh, so good.”
The host mentions 'Shoe Dog' as a standout nonfiction book that tells the captivating story of Phil Knight and the creation of Nike. They emphasize its engaging writing style and suggest it as a perfect gift for anyone interested in business or sports.
ASIN: B01CRJA470
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Wooden on Leadership
John Wooden
“A book expounding on John Wooden's philosophies of leadership, particularly his pyramid of success.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: John Wooden's leadership philosophy
For: Individuals interested in personal development and leadership
Key quote: “Success is peace of mind, which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to become the best of which you are capable.”
The host emphasizes the importance of John Wooden's philosophies on leadership as outlined in his book 'Wooden on Leadership.' They appreciate Wooden's definition of success, which focuses on personal effort rather than external achievements.
ASIN: B00E2RGXNK
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Sapiens
Yuval Noah Harari
“The excerpt discusses the book 'Sapiens' by Yuval Noah Harari, describing it as a primer on many core aspects of the human condition, including archaeological, psychological, and evolutionary topics.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: impact of Sapiens
For: Anyone interested in human evolution and societal dynamics
Key quote: “if you haven't read sapiens that's also a great book”
The host mentions 'Sapiens' as a foundational book that explores various aspects of the human condition, including archaeology, psychology, and sociology. They highlight Yuval Noah Harari's insights as essential for understanding contemporary societal dynamics.
ASIN: B0741F3M7C
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