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Author / Computer Science Professor
Cal Newport
Georgetown professor and author. Known for Deep Work, Digital Minimalism, and Slow Productivity. Argues for focused, undistracted work and defaulting to no on most commitments.
Known For
Deep WorkDigital MinimalismSlow ProductivityDefault to no
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AI Expands the Demand Frontier Rather Than Simply Replacing Work
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Attention is the Gateway to Learning and Memory
Curious
Cognitive Fitness: Mental Capacity Requires Systematic Training
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Deep Work: The Ability to Focus Without Distraction in a Distracted World
Novel
Environment Shapes Behavior More Than Willpower
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Government-Mandated AI Model Shutdown as Regulatory Precedent
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The Hedonic Treadmill — Happiness Returns to Baseline
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Implementation Intentions (If-Then Plans)
Curious
Meaning Comes from Responsibility, Not Happiness
Canon
Close Relationships Are the Strongest Predictor of Life Satisfaction
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Sobriety as a Life Force Multiplier
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Focus Only on What You Can Control
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Books
■Deep Work(2016)
■Digital Minimalism(2019)
■A World Without Email(2021)
■Slow Productivity(2024)
Episodes
#4150: A Whirlwind Tour of Getting Things Done by Cal Newport on Productivity HabitsSep 10, 2026#How Worrisome is GPT-6’s “Stealth Thinking”? | Tech DecodedSep 10, 2026#How I’m Organizing My Life this Fall | AdviceSep 7, 2026#Rethinking the Deep Life Stack (Again!) | Monday AdviceAug 31, 2026#Classic Episode: How Do I Kick My Scrolling Habit? | Monday AdviceAug 17, 2026#4120: The Science of Procrastination: Researchers Tackle Willpower and our Ability to Control itAug 15, 2026#How Do I Finish Meaningful Projects? | Monday AdviceAug 10, 2026#Does Claude Have Private Thoughts? (Everyone Settle Down) | AI Reality CheckJul 16, 2026#Should I Use Notebooks More Often? (Cal’s Strategy) | Monday AdviceJul 13, 2026#4063: Dangerous Ideas: Getting Started is Overrated by Cal Newport on Meaningful ProgressJun 26, 2026#Am I Lazy or Overstimulated? | Monday AdviceJun 22, 2026#Was the Mythos Ban Justified? (Good Idea. Bad Execution.) | AI Reality CheckJun 17, 2026#Do I Need a “Brain Gym”? | Monday AdviceJun 15, 2026#Are We About to Lose Control of AI? | AI Reality CheckJun 11, 2026#Has AI Conquered Coding? (It’s Not So Simple…) | AI Reality CheckMay 21, 2026#Is AI About to “Eat Everything”? | AI Reality CheckMay 14, 2026#Is AI About to Automate Every Office Job? | AI Reality CheckApr 30, 2026#Is AI Trending Up or Down in 2026? | AI Reality CheckApr 23, 2026#From the Archive: Be So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal NewportApr 21, 2026#From the Archive: Be So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal NewportApr 21, 2026#You Are On The Right Timeline | Don't Let Your Attention SlideApr 21, 2026#3984: The Deep Reset by Cal Newport on Resetting Your LifeApr 18, 2026#857How to Simplify Your Life in 2026 — New Tips from Maria Popova, Morgan Housel, Cal Newport, Craig Mod, and Debbie MillmanMar 10, 2026##1067 - Cal Newport - The collapse of modern attention (and how to get it back)Mar 5, 2026#322How to Get Things Done, Stay Focused, and Be More ProductiveSep 4, 2025#Is Deep Work Still Possible in the Age of AI?Sep 16, 2024#Digital Minimalism Five Years LaterJun 3, 2024##363 — Knowledge WorkMay 13, 2024#Cal Newport on Slow Productivity for EntrepreneursApr 29, 2024#Slow Productivity and Anticipating ConsequencesMar 13, 2024#The Case for Slow ProductivityMar 11, 2024