Goals, Tools, and Mindset Shifts for a Better 2026 with Kevin Rose

#261: Chris and Kevin reflect on 2025’s biggest wins and lessons, then dive into how they're planning 2026. They share their goals, the tools they're using, and why they're designing a year that’s easier, not just more optimized.Kevin Rose is the host of Diggnation and a partner at True Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that has invested over $4 billion in a portfolio of over 400+ founders. Kevin previously founded Zero and Oak, and was a partner at Google Ventures.Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/reflecting-and-planning-2026Partner DealsWispr Flow: Try effortless voice dictation for freeLMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mixCopilot Money: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your familyGelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealthFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/dealsResources MentionedKevin Rose: Diggnation | NewsletterBooksThe Wealth Ladder by Nick MaggiulliRework by Jason FriedFizzyJesse Itzler: Plan An Incredible 2026 In 12 MinutesPodcastsThe Daily ChurnNew Modern Mom: Do you need a house manager?DuolingoGames Magazine SubscriptionBram Cohen PuzzlesThe Big A## CalendarATH PodcastNewsletterChris’ Card Optimizer ToolEp #99: 7 Questions to Make 2025 Your Best Year YetEp #213: The 5 Types of Wealth with Sahil BloomEp #259: Choosing the Problems Worth Struggling For with Mark MansonLeave a review: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyEmail for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(00:45) Kevin's 2025 Goals & How They Came to Fruition(04:34) Chris's Challenging End to 2025(06:53) How Chris is Approaching Optimization in 2026(09:33) Stepping Up Your Ability to Spend Money(15:55) What Chris and Kevin Changed Their Minds About in 2025(20:11) The Many Different Uses of AI(29:16) Chris's Energy Generators and Drainers(33:40) Kevin's Energy Generators and Drainers(36:56) Decluttering for A Peace of Mind(41:09) How To Identify The Boat Anchors in Your Life(49:18) Chris's Hits and Misses in 2025(52:10) Kevin's Hits and Misses for 2025(54:19) How Kevin Plans His Year Ahead(57:53) Outsourcing to Make Things Easier(01:05:12) Focus on Making Lasting Memories(01:06:34) Ways to Pick Up New Skills(01:09:36) The Life Blender ConceptConnect with ChrisNewsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedInEditor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.