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SlipStream

by Brent Huston

A stream of consciousness audio blog by Brent Huston. Emerging thoughts, research updates, insights and babble from all around the mind, universe and cyberspace. If you're looking for mastery, yeah, that ain't here...

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Episodes

  1. Ep 19 - The T1Mex Takes The Mic Edition

    In this edition of the SlipStream podcast, I turn the inverview mic over to my friend Josh Anderson ("T1Mex"), who plunges us into some interesting rabbit holes. We dig into some of the mental models I use for decision making, my spirit animal, what things annoy me and some of the highlights and...

  2. Ep 18 - The Powerhouse Pondering Edition

    This episode I cover my favorite and most useful 5 Powerhouse Questions. Hear some of the use cases, and explore how the questions add value to my business, financial and personal life. This episode is also dedicated to the late, great Justice Ginsburg. RIP, you champion of humanity! Subscribe to...

  3. Ep 17 - The Follow Up Execution Spectrum Edition

    In this episode I cover three questions that came in regarding the last episode and the Execution Spectrum I laid out there. This one's short, but I think it's useful! Let me know your thoughts! @lbhuston on the social networks. Subscribe to SlipStream on Soundwise

  4. Ep 16 - The Execution Spectrum Edition

    In this episode I discuss what I call the "Execution Spectrum", ranging from the wantrepreneur to the obsessive maker. I discuss some of the challenges of each position and how systemic thinking and shifts toward managing outputs can make a difference. If you want to understand, and have a frank...

  5. Ep 15 - The Odd Questions From The Audience Edition

    This episode is a Q&A from the audience. I talk about: my morning routine how I stay organized my favorite music how I handle email favorite books what advice would I give a 20 year old me stress management my favorite Puerto Rican, who is not Lisa Lisa my favorite military service the one piece…

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  6. Ep 14 - The What Is That App Edition

    In this episode I cover the iOS apps I use often and that support me day to day. I walk through use cases and how I use the iPad and iPhone. I also talk about how I handle phone calls and voicemails and what that work flow looks like. Let me know what apps you use and find the most useful. Hit me...

  7. Ep 13 - The Is That A Lab In Your Pocket Edition

    This week I talk about my lab, the architecture and uses. I dig into how it is segmented by purpose and cover how I keep targets ready for exploit and tool testing. This episode is brought to you by https://machinetruth.net - the premier passive network analysis tool. Subscribe to SlipStream on...

  8. Ep 12 - The What's That On Your Desk Edition

    In this edition I discuss my desk, hardware and software that I use for day to day work. I give some examples of different tools I use and briefly touch on tool churn as an issue. More to come on this area over the next few weeks, as I talk about some of the tools and the lab more deeply. Let me...

  9. Ep 11 - The Data Driven Decision Episode

    This week I discuss an approach to using data scraped from the web to make two real life decisions - buying the right house and what nursing home to care for your loved ones. As a bonus, I also walk through a prospecting example for entrepreneurs. The basic methodology is: Identify criteria...

  10. Ep 10 - The I Have An Idea Now What Edition

    In this episode I talk through a mental model and worksheet that I use to analyze ideas for projects, products and services. The model builds on 3 currency theory that I discussed here: https://mysoundwise.com/episodes/1592255380114e << The MATT model The worksheet I am talking about is available...

  11. Ep 9 - The Task Management Model Edition

    This time around I discuss my own mental model for doing project and task management. I also throw in a couple of quick ways that I sort tasks and projects. Make sure you check out episode 8 around Three Currency Theory. This edition makes a lot more sense with that in mind. Subscribe to…

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  12. EP 8 - The How I Optimize My Week Edition

    In this episode I cover the MATT mental model and how I use it to optimize my week and calendar. I discuss three currency theory, explain each meta-variable and walk through examples of optimizing for each one, then throw in Turbulence to round out the model. Check it out and hit me up on Twitter...

  13. Ep 7 - The 80/20 of Cardio Edition

    This week I cover how I found, researched and adapted the CAR.O.L algorithm (an approach to cardio-vascular fitness). This is NOT an exercise podcast or episode, though. Instead I explain the algorithm, how it is a form of systems-based thinking and the research behind it. Then I dig into how and...

  14. Ep 6 - The Big O Edition

    This week, we dive a little deeper into an aspect of systems-based thinking - Optimization! Trueism: "You tend to get what ya optimize for." -- Brent Huston Role of optimization and the basic process What you need to know - inputs, functions and outputs Intended consequences Unintended…

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  15. Ep 5 - The Map Your Future Edition

    In this episode, I cover my Career Mapping Worksheet. You can download it by clicking here . I walk you through the process of using the worksheet I share three different use case scenarios Organic career path mapping & skills gap analysis Should I change companies, careers, etc? Comparing two or...

  16. Ep 4 - The Dollar Menu Edition

    This week on SlipStream, I take a deep dive into a mental model for owning different businesses and building personal wealth outside of them. I call this the Dollar Value Business Model. This episode covers how I've used this model over the last 30 years, the pros and cons of applying it and how…

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  17. Ep 3 - The Rhymin' and Stealin' Edition

    This week I cover the following books (Click on title to learn more or purchase): Basic Economics Extreme Ownership Talking To Humans Enlightenment Now Mini Habits Classes/Lessons: Insight Timer - Walking the Path of the Buddha in Times of Crisis...

  18. Ep 2 -The Wear A Mask Edition

    Books: Cashvertising Art of Learning A Whole New Mind Watched: Good Omens Frasier Stories: Google your own fraud Privacy and security concerns in automated contact tracing systems Course: Insights Timer - Walking the Path of the Buddha During Times of Crisis Model: Inversion - Jacobi - "Invert,...

  19. Ep1: Quarantine Haircut Edition

    Initial episode of the podcast. Recorded while drinking Stash Meyer Lemon tea . Introduction and What is this podcast about? What Am I Reading: Poor Charlie's Almanac Surely, You're Joking Mr. Feynman What I'm Watching: Gifted The Peanut Butter Falcon What I'm Experimenting With: L-Tyrosine...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A stream of consciousness audio blog by Brent Huston. Emerging thoughts, research updates, insights and babble from all around the mind, universe and cyberspace. If you're looking for mastery, yeah, that ain't here...

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Brent Huston

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SlipStream currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is SlipStream about?

A stream of consciousness audio blog by Brent Huston. Emerging thoughts, research updates, insights and babble from all around the mind, universe and cyberspace. If you're looking for mastery, yeah, that ain't here...

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SlipStream has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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SlipStream is created and hosted by Brent Huston.
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