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Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
Aun Abdi
74 episodes
1 week ago
You’re listening to the Book Talk Today podcast. A podcast that inspires readers to obtain valuable insights to inform, educate and improve lives. My name is Aun Abdi. I’m an avid reader best known for the creation of the One Minute Book Review community and I’m sitting down with authors to delve deeper into the books they have written to uncover the story, behind the story. Contact - info@booktalktoday.com
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You’re listening to the Book Talk Today podcast. A podcast that inspires readers to obtain valuable insights to inform, educate and improve lives. My name is Aun Abdi. I’m an avid reader best known for the creation of the One Minute Book Review community and I’m sitting down with authors to delve deeper into the books they have written to uncover the story, behind the story. Contact - info@booktalktoday.com
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Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#73: Inner Mastery Outer Impact: Master Your Inner Core Energies: Interview with Dr Hitendra Wadhwa

On Episode #73 of the Book Talk Today podcast, we are joined by Dr Hitendra Wadhwa.

Dr Hitendra is a Professor at Columbia Business School and the Founder of the Mentora Institute. His simple yet profound insight that success in life and leadership originates from within has led to the training and transformation of thousands of executives worldwide. Today we will be discussing elements from his book, “Inner Mastery, Outer Impact”.

Visit our website: www.booktalktoday.com

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2 years ago
1 hour 3 minutes 38 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#72: Energize - The Science of Energy Management: Interview with Simon Alexander Ong

On Episode #72 of the Book Talk Today podcast, we are joined by Simon Alexander Ong.  

Simon is a life coach and business strategist. As a coach, he works with individuals to help improve performance both individually and within teams. Today we will be discussing elements from his book, “Energize: Make The Most Out of Every Moment”.

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3 years ago
53 minutes 40 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#71: How To Live With Each Other (An Anthropologists View on Sharing a Divided World): Interview with Farhan Samanani

On Episode #71 of the Book Talk Today podcast, we are joined by Farhan Samanani.

Farhan completed his Ph.D. in Social Anthropology at the University of Cambridge. done work on diversity, migration, and belonging for a number of organizations, including the World Bank, the Runnymede Trust, and Share Action. Today we are discussing elements from his book, “How To Live with Each Other: An Anthropologists View on Sharing a Divided World”.

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3 years ago
1 hour 10 minutes 14 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#70: How To Think Like a Stoic: Interview with Ben Aldridge

On Episode #70 of the Book Talk Today podcast, we are joined by Ben Aldridge.

Ben is a writer and speaker on practical philosophy, comfort zones, mental health and adventure. We discussed his new book ‘How To Control The Uncontrollable’.

Ben’s Website - https://www.benaldridge.com/

Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Fe0D_ddQeLM

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3 years ago
1 hour 3 minutes 48 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#69: Mind Management Not Time Management: Interview with David Kadavy

On Episode #69 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by David Kadavy.

David Kadavy is an author, podcaster, and self-publishing coach. His books include, The Heart to Start: Stop Procrastinating & Start Creating, Design for Hackers and his latest book Mind Management, Not Time Management.

David’s Website - https://kadavy.net/

David's Book - https://amzn.to/3NOO1BE

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3 years ago
1 hour 20 minutes 30 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#68: The Future of Hybrid Humans: Interview with Harry Parker

On Episode #68 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Harry Parker.  

Harry joined the British Army when he was 23 and served in Iraq in 2007 and Afghanistan in 2009 as a Captain, before stepping on a bomb while on foot patrol - he now walks on metal legs. He is now a writer and artist, based in London.

Harry’s Website - https://www.harryparkerstudio.com/ 

Visit our website - https://www.booktalktoday.com

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3 years ago
1 hour 5 minutes 59 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#67: How To Reverse Engineer Success: Interview with Dan Bigham

On Episode #67 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Dan Bigham.

Dan Bigham is an Aerodynamic Engineer turned cyclist of HUUB Wattbike Cycling Team and director of his own sports componentry brand. He has worked with many cycling institutions and works record holders, which he is one himself. We discussed his first book, “Start At The End: How Reverse-Engineering Can Lead To Success.”

Dan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/danbiggles/?hl=en

Dan’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/danbiggles22?lang=en

Visit our Website - https://www.booktalktoday.com/


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3 years ago
1 hour 7 minutes 38 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#66: India In The Persianate Age (1000-1765): Interview with Richard Eaton

On Episode #66 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Richard Eaton.

Richard Eaton is an American historian currently working as a professor of history at the University of Arizona. He is known for having written the notable books on Indian history before 1800. In this conversation we discussed his most recent book, ‘India In The Persianate Age.’

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3 years ago
57 minutes 12 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#65: The Confident Mind: Battle-Tested Strategies to Unshakeable Performance: Interview with Dr Nate Zinsser

On Episode #65 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Dr Nate Zinsser.

Dr. Nate Zinsser is an expert in the psychology of human performance who consults to individuals and organizations seeking a competitive edge.

We discussed:

📚 How To Achieve & Maintain Confidence

📚 Routines To Maximise Performance

📚 Optimising Your Mindset

Dr Nate’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/doczinsser

Dr Nate’s Website - https://www.natezinsser.com/


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3 years ago
56 minutes 26 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#64: Butler To The World: How Britain Serves Oligarchs & Kleptocrats: Interview with Oliver Bullough

On Episode #64 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Oliver Bullough.

Oliver is an author and journalist. He’s published multiple books including the financial expose Moneyland, a Sunday Times bestseller and his most current book, Butler To The World: How Britain Serves Oligarchs, Gangsters and Kleptocrats.

We discussed:

📚 How Britain became Butler To The World

📚 The Current Ukraine/Russia Conflict

📚 The Future of Britain’s Butlering


Oliver’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/oliverbullough

Buy Oliver’s Book - https://amzn.to/3pSlH83


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3 years ago
1 hour 2 minutes 15 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#63: Unmuted: How To Speak Up & Inspire Action: Interview with Heather Hansen

On Episode #63 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Heather Hansen.

Heather Hansen is a Global Communication Specialist, TEDx speaker, and Founder of Singapore-based communication training and consulting firm, Global Speech Academy Pte Ltd.

We discussed:

📚 How to become ‘Unmuted’

📚 Finding your authentic self

📚 The importance of speaking up


Visit Heather’s Website - https://globalspeechacademy.com/

Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/heatherhansen

Buy Heather’s Book - https://amzn.to/3HiaWSf

Edited by Utkarsh Malhotra - https://www.instagram.com/utkarshmalhotra_ji/

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3 years ago
1 hour 10 minutes 56 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#62: The Unreasonable Effectiveness of Mathematics: Interview with Ian Stewart

On Episode #62 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Ian Stewart.

Ian is an Emeritus Professor in the Mathematics Department at Warwick University, where he divides his time equally between research into nonlinear dynamics and furthering public awareness of mathematics. He has published more than 120 books, yes you heard that correctly, on a range of different topics including mathematics and fantasy fiction.

We discussed:

📚 The relationship between maths and fiction

📚 Why mathematics is important

📚 How to change our approach to mathematics

Twitter - https://twitter.com/joatstewart

Visit Ian’s Website - https://ianstewartjoat.weebly.com/

Buy Ian’s Book - https://amzn.to/3BuOmEP

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3 years ago
1 hour 5 minutes 22 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#61: Good Data: An Optimists Guide To Our Digital Future: Interview with Sam Gilbert

On Episode #61 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Sam Gilbert.

Sam is an affiliated researcher at the Bennett Institute for Public Policy at the University of Cambridge. He is also an expert in data-driven marketing being part of the fintech startup Bought By Many as the chief marketing officer. Today we will be discussing his most recent book, “Good Data: An Optimist’s Guide To Our Digital Future”.

We discussed:

📚 What makes good data

📚 The relationship between data and our privacy

📚 The future of our data


Visit Sam’s Website - https://gooddataguide.com/

Buy Sam’s Book - https://amzn.to/3Bj5hds

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3 years ago
52 minutes 49 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#60: The Expectation Effect: Transform Your Mindset To Change Your Life: Interview with David Robson

On Episode #60 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by David Robson.

David an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour.  

We discussed:  

📚 The Expectation Effect  

📚 How to harness your positive attitude  

📚 Boosting mental and physical performance


Visit David’s Website - https://davidrobson.me/ 

Buy David’s Book - https://amzn.to/3HtTGdI

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3 years ago
1 hour 8 minutes 20 seconds

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#59: The New Political Capitalism: Thriving In a Deeply Politicised World: Interview with Joe Zammit-Lucia

On Episode #59 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Joe Zammit-Lucia.

Joe is an entrepreneur, investor, leadership advisor and commentator. He is an investor and Non-Executive Director in entrepreneurial ventures and advises senior business and institutional leaders on leadership in contemporary culture. oday we are discussing his new book, “The New Political Capitalism - How Businesses and Societies can thrive in a deeply politicised world.”

We discussed:

📚 The New Political Capitalism

📚 The relationship between Politics and Business

📚 The differences with financialised capitalism

Visit Joe’s Website - https://www.newpoliticalcapitalism.com/

Buy Joe’s Book - https://amzn.to/3reQOMh

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3 years ago
1 hour 3 minutes 7 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#58: Inside The World of Comedy: At The Comedy Cellar: Interview with Andrew Hankinson

On Episode #58 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Andrew Hankinson

Andrew is writer in Newcastle upon Tyne, northern England. He’s written for many different publications including Wired, The New Yorker and the BBC and has reported from places such as Haiti, Iraq and Ukraine.

We discussed:

📚 Comedy at the Comedy Cellar

📚 Comedy & Free Speech

📚 The future of comedy

Visit Andrew’s Website - https://andrewhankinson.com/

Buy Andrew’s Book - https://amzn.to/3FTJM3D

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3 years ago
1 hour 1 minute 26 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#57: The Sunny Nihilist: Nihilism & The Pursuit of Meaning: Interview with Wendy Syfret

On Episode #57 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Wendy Syfret.

Wendy is a Melbourne based writer, editor, and author of “The Sunny Nihilist: How a Meaningless Life Can Make You Truly Happy”.


We discussed:

📚 Nihilism: It’s benefits & pitfalls

📚 Modern day barriers to finding meaning

📚 Importance of living in the present


Visit Wendy’s Website - https://www.wendysyfret.com/

Buy Wendy’s Book - https://amzn.to/3tpniVl


If you haven't already please to subscribe to the podcast to not miss out on weekly episodes with authors. 

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3 years ago
1 hour 3 minutes 11 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#56: The Science & Invention of Literature: Interview with Angus Fletcher

On Episode #56 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Angus Fletcher.

Angus is a Professor of Story Science at Ohio State’s Project Narrative, the world’s leading academic think-tank for the study of how stories work. In our conversation we discussed his most recent book, “Wonderworks: Literary Invention And The Science of Stories.”

We discussed:

📚 How the Education System Teaches Literature Wrong

📚 Approaching Reading the Right Way

📚 Literature as Mental Medicine

Visit Angus’ Website - https://www.angusfletcher.co/

Buy Angus’ Book - https://amzn.to/3qT7KWW

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3 years ago
1 hour 4 minutes 43 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#55: Best of 2021 - Book Talk Today

On Episode #55 I will be walking you 10 of my favourite moments from the podcast this year and talking about why I liked them so much.   2021 was a great year for the podcast. Not only did we have some amazing guests on the podcast, but we also grew massively around the world with listeners all over the globe, so thank you all for listening and supporting the podcast. I am eternally grateful to you all.


Episodes in Order of this Video:  

#28 with Nick Velasquez - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suNaFzchn0k&t=4194s

#34 with Nichola Raihani - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOURiN8O5Jk&t=2733s

#36 with Scott Young - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2x-htZYUQk&t=3071s

#37 with Violet Moller - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3QR7Yk6NXw&t=3237s

#41 with Tom Rivett-Carnac - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYzZQSea7lQ

#43 with Will Storr - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAEXFq3Q8gs

#47 with Andrew Graham-Dixon - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA9NOuDDiTk&t=1805s

#49 with Donald Robertson - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENsOt3p_xGM&t=1425s

#50 with Oliver Burkeman - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zfao3rFKss4&t=2794s

#51 with Jeff Haden - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIH4AlCVF5w&t=690s

#52 with Jack Murray - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTUijk_uerA&t=339s  


Visit our website - https://www.booktalktoday.com

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3 years ago
51 minutes 13 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
#54: The System: Who Owns The Internet & How It Owns Us: Interview with James Ball

On Episode #54 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by James Ball.

James is the global editor of The Bureau of Investigative Journalism, where he oversees the not-for-profit’s international reporting projects. James is also the author of multiple books, and today we will be discussing elements from his most recent book, "The System: who owns the internet and how it owns us".

We discussed:

📚 The origins of the Internet

📚 Web 2.0 vs Web 3.0

📚 What the future of the Internet may look like


James’ Website - https://www.jamesrball.com/

James’ Twitter - https://twitter.com/jamesrbuk

Buy James’ Book - https://amzn.to/3EezHx9

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3 years ago
52 minutes 12 seconds

Book Talk Today with Aun Abdi
You’re listening to the Book Talk Today podcast. A podcast that inspires readers to obtain valuable insights to inform, educate and improve lives. My name is Aun Abdi. I’m an avid reader best known for the creation of the One Minute Book Review community and I’m sitting down with authors to delve deeper into the books they have written to uncover the story, behind the story. Contact - info@booktalktoday.com