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Modern WisdomMay 13, 2021

#320 - Robb Wolf - Eat, Sleep & Train Like Your Ancestors

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Guest: Robb Wolf

Notable books mentioned: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker, Wired to Eat, The Doors of Perception by Aldous Huxley, Meditations on Moloch by Scott Alexander

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Why We Sleep
Matthew Walker

The host highlights the significant influence of Matthew Walker's insights from 'Why We Sleep' on public understanding of sleep's importance. They…

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Wired to Eat

The host discusses the importance of adequate protein intake and how many people struggle to meet their protein needs. They reference 'Wired to Eat…

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The Doors of Perception
Aldous Huxley

The host mentions 'The Doors of Perception' to highlight Aldous Huxley's ability to articulate complex experiences related to altered states of con…

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#320 - Robb Wolf - Eat, Sleep & Train Like Your Ancestors mentions Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker, Wired to Eat, The Doors of Perception by Aldous Huxley, and Meditations on Moloch by Scott Alexander with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

Guest: Robb Wolf
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Robb Wolf is a former research biochemist and one of the world’s leading experts in Paleolithic Nutrition and Ancestral Health. The world which our genetics evolved in is very different to the one we exist in now. Rob's work tries to undo this by applying an evolutionary lens to our training, diet, recovery and socialisation. Expect to learn why the Guinness book of world records has banned unbroken sleep challenges, Rob's best tips for easily getting more protein into your diet, how losing just 1 hour of sleep can ruin your relationship, how Rob approaches his training methodology after 20 years in the CrossFit world and much more...
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Anyone interested in health and wellnessIndividuals looking to improve their diet and protein intakeIndividuals interested in psychedelics and cognitive enhancementReaders interested in societal analysis and philosophical insights.

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Why We Sleep
Matthew Walker
Best for Anyone interested in health and wellnessOften cited around impact of sleep on health

Matthew Walker was a big impact on that, that Joe Rogan podcast. I would guess that it's added thousands of years of collective life onto the entire human population.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Anyone interested in health and wellness
Key quote: I would guess that it's added thousands of years of collective life onto the entire human population.
The host highlights the significant influence of Matthew Walker's insights from 'Why We Sleep' on public understanding of sleep's importance. They suggest that the knowledge shared in the book could greatly enhance overall human health and longevity.
ASIN: 1501144324
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Best for Individuals looking to improve their diet and protein intakeOften cited around protein consumption strategies

The speaker mentions that the food matrix concept was prominent in their second book, 'Wired to Eat', which discusses variability in food options to enhance flavor experiences.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals looking to improve their diet and protein intake
Key quote: So this is a thing called the food matrix that I developed a long time ago, it was pretty prominent in my second book wired to eat.
The host discusses the importance of adequate protein intake and how many people struggle to meet their protein needs. They reference 'Wired to Eat' to highlight a strategy for increasing protein variety in meals to enhance flavor and satiety.
ASIN: B06XHPCT87
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Best for Individuals interested in psychedelics and cognitive enhancementOften cited around neurocognitive effects of substances

The discussion references Aldous Huxley's work, which aimed to describe complex experiences, particularly in the context of the 60s and 70s.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in psychedelics and cognitive enhancement
Key quote: what we did in the 60s and the 70s was we needed somebody with the linguistic capability to describe this incredibly complex experience
The host mentions 'The Doors of Perception' to highlight Aldous Huxley's ability to articulate complex experiences related to altered states of consciousness. This reference serves to emphasize the importance of clear communication in understanding intricate topics like nootropics and psychedelics.
ASIN: 0061729078
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Meditations on Moloch
Scott Alexander
Best for Readers interested in societal analysis and philosophical insights.Often cited around Scott Alexander's writing

The speaker describes 'Meditations on Moloch' as the single best thing they've ever read, highlighting its profound impact on their worldview.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Readers interested in societal analysis and philosophical insights.
Key quote: So Meditations on Moloch is the single best thing I've ever read.
The host praises Scott Alexander's writing ability and the profound impact of his work, particularly 'Meditations on Moloch.' They emphasize how this book has changed their perspective on the world and its relevance to current societal issues.
ASIN: 0231072481
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