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Modern WisdomAug 8, 2019

#092 - Scott H Young - Ultralearning

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#092 - Scott H Young - Ultralearning includes mentions of Benny Lewis, ultra learning by Scott H Young, The Nine Principles of Ultra Learning, and Mary Somerville, with indexed source context and timestamps where available.

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Indexed context: The host mentions Benny Lewis to highlight a radically different approach to language learning that emphasizes immersion and practice from day one. T…

ultra learning
Scott H Young

Indexed context: The host emphasizes the importance of how one approaches learning rather than just the time spent on it. They highlight 'Ultra Learning' as a resourc…

Indexed context: The host discusses the importance of practice in the learning process and how the principles outlined in 'The Nine Principles of Ultra Learning' can…

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Scott H Young is a blogger, programmer and author. Learning new things is hard. Learning new things quickly is even harder. So how did Scott manage to complete the entire MIT Computer Science Degree of 4 years in just 12 months? Today we're going to learn about learning as Scott shares with us the approaches and real world examples of how people master hard things quickly from his new book Ultralearning. Extra Stuff: Follow Scott on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ScottHYoung Buy Scott's Book Ultralearning - https://amzn.to/31kiNKi Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
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Benny Lewis

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ultra learning
Scott H Young

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The Nine Principles of Ultra Learning

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Mary Somerville

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Make It Stick
Peter C. Brown

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Feynman

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Curious
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  • Referenced books include Benny Lewis and ultra learning by Scott H Young.
  • Related interests include Language learners and educators and Individuals seeking to improve their learning strategies.

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Best for Language learners and educatorsOften cited around language learning approach

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The speaker mentions meeting Benny Lewis, who has a different approach to learning languages quickly, which is discussed in the context of the speaker's own language learning experience.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Language learners and educators
Indexed context: He’s just like diving right into conversations.
The host mentions Benny Lewis to highlight a radically different approach to language learning that emphasizes immersion and practice from day one. This perspective inspired the host to undertake their own language learning challenge, contrasting it with their previous experiences in education.
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ultra learning
Scott H Young
Best for Individuals seeking to improve their learning strategiesOften cited around approaches to learning

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The discussion revolves around the concept of ultra learning and how it can inspire individuals to tackle ambitious projects and improve their learning skills.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals seeking to improve their learning strategies
Indexed context: It's all about what are you doing with that time?
The host emphasizes the importance of how one approaches learning rather than just the time spent on it. They highlight 'Ultra Learning' as a resource that can help individuals maximize their learning efficiency and effectiveness.
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Best for Individuals looking to improve their learning techniquesOften cited around learning strategies

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The way I wrote it in the book is that the nine principles of ultra learning are like these little dials that you can kind of twist so that you're kind of like, Oh, this is a little off.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals looking to improve their learning techniques
Indexed context: The nine principles of ultra learning are like these little dials that you can kind of twist so that you're kind of like, Oh, this is a little off.
The host discusses the importance of practice in the learning process and how the principles outlined in 'The Nine Principles of Ultra Learning' can help individuals adjust their learning methods. They emphasize that understanding and applying these principles can lead to more effective skill acquisition.
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Best for Individuals interested in personal development and overcoming learning challenges.Often cited around learning and focus

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Mary Somerville is discussed as an accomplished woman in science, known for her translation and expansion of Laplace's celestial mechanics, and her dedication to learning despite challenges.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in personal development and overcoming learning challenges.
Indexed context: So Mary Somerville, I cover her in the chapter on focus and I really loved her biography because she's not the most famous person.
The host mentions Mary Somerville to illustrate the challenges and dedication involved in learning, especially for women in her time. Her story serves as an inspiring example of overcoming obstacles in the pursuit of knowledge.
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Make It Stick
Peter C. Brown
Best for Individuals interested in improving their learning strategiesOften cited around learning and focus

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The discussion references Peter C. Brown's book 'Make It Stick' in relation to retrieval practices and learning strategies.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in improving their learning strategies
Indexed context: So what I'm saying is to the listeners at home, your excuses are probably not as strong as hers.
The host mentions 'Make It Stick' to emphasize the importance of effective learning strategies, contrasting them with common excuses people make. By referencing the book, the host aims to inspire listeners to overcome their own barriers to learning and focus, using historical examples to illustrate the point.
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Best for students and educators interested in learning methodsOften cited around understanding and intuition

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I mean, the must be some people that you spoke to for the book who like Feynman.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: students and educators interested in learning methods
Indexed context: his ability to just have this insight that seems to come from nowhere is really built off this really large foundation of tons of patterns.
The host discusses Richard Feynman's approach to understanding complex concepts, emphasizing the importance of having a solid foundation of knowledge. Feynman's ability to intuitively grasp ideas stems from a deep reservoir of stored patterns in math and physics, rather than mere memorization.
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Curious
Mario Livio
Best for Individuals interested in lifelong learning and personal development.Often cited around importance of learning skills

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I recently had a Mario Livio on talking about his new book, curious. And in that he like Feynman's his, he's got a bit of a bromance.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Individuals interested in lifelong learning and personal development.
Indexed context: I recently had a Mario Livio on talking about his new book, curious.
The host mentions 'Curious' by Mario Livio in the context of discussing the importance of applying knowledge effectively rather than just memorizing it. The reference serves to highlight the idea that true understanding comes from making connections and associations with the knowledge we acquire.
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Benny Lewis

The host mentions Benny Lewis to highlight a radically different approach to language learning that emphasizes immersion and practice from day one.…

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ultra learning
Scott H Young

The host emphasizes the importance of how one approaches learning rather than just the time spent on it. They highlight 'Ultra Learning' as a resou…

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The Nine Principles of Ultra Learning

The host discusses the importance of practice in the learning process and how the principles outlined in 'The Nine Principles of Ultra Learning' ca…

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