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In this episode of Book Overflow, Carter and Nathan discuss ReWork by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson. Join them as they each share their five favorite "proverbs" the book has to offer!-- Books Mentioned in this Episode --Note: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.----------------------------------------------------------ReWork by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hanssonhttps://amzn.to/43vgO7T (paid link)Grokking Concurrency by Kirill Bobrovhttps://amzn.to/4mwuAzP (paid link)Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newporthttps://amzn.to/43bW06q (paid link)Thinking in System by Donella H. Meadowshttps://amzn.to/43xYATl (paid link)Philosophy of Software Design by John Ousterhouthttps://amzn.to/43xYCdV (paid link)Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker (https://amzn.to/3F94ZfD (paid link)Getting Real: The smarter, faster, easier way to build a successful web application by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson https://amzn.to/3SQlakS (paid link)----------------00:00 Intro01:50 About the Book and Authors05:00 Initial Thoughts on the Book14:20 Top 5 Favorite Chapters Discussion15:00 Tone is in Your Fingers - Tools vs Skills19:00 Anti-Workaholism Philosophy22:32 Focus on What Won't Change27:14 Make a Dent in the Universe33:24 Interruption is the Enemy of Productivity39:59 Go to Sleep - The Importance of Rest46:58 Say No by Default51:35 Welcome Obscurity - Private Launches56:12 Scratch Your Own Itch - Build What You Need1:01:04 How to Say You're Sorry - Proper Apologies1:04:42 Final Thoughts----------------Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5kj6DLCEWR5nHShlSYJI5LApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/book-overflow/id1745257325X: https://x.com/bookoverflowpodCarter on X: https://x.com/cartermorganNathan's Functionally Imperative: www.functionallyimperative.com----------------Book Overflow is a podcast for software engineers, by software engineers dedicated to improving our craft by reading the best technical books in the world. Join Carter Morgan and Nathan Toups as they read and discuss a new technical book each week!The full book schedule and links to every major podcast player can be found at https://www.bookoverflow.io
Host Christine Lee breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Trump threatens EU with 50% tariff.Trump threatens EU with 50% tariff and iPhone maker Apple with 25%, stalling bitcoin's rally. But ETF inflows and options data shows continued bullish sentiment for BTC. Plus, Justin Sun talks exclusively with CoinDesk after attending the president's $TRUMP memecoin VIP dinner. CoinDesk's Christine Lee hosts "CoinDesk Daily."-This episode was hosted by Christine Lee. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Christine Lee and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mark Jaynes, the Voice of the Indy 500 and IndyCar Radio anchor, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his background in broadcasting and how he became the Voice of the Indy 500. And, Jaynes shares which drivers to look out for on Sunday. The 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 can be heard Sunday morning, […]
Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, joins Lisa Dent to share the numbers and stats of Memorial Day. Then, Glink shares the latest news surrounding tariffs placed on Apple and the EU.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Dermatology physician assistant Renata Block joins Lisa Dent to discuss the effectiveness of sunscreen. They discuss a new report that found only one in four sunscreens can safely protect you from the sun. Renata shares what types of sunscreens you should look for and how to use them appropriately.
Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Lisa Dent to share how the market reacts to Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” David also shares what WGN listeners are talking to him about.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where he answers your questions about home repair. This week, Lou answers a number of WGN Radio listener questions, such as how efficient split ACs are, power washing decks, and the steps for trampoline maintenance!
Kevin O’Connell of Operation Flags for Vets joins Lisa Dent to discuss the need for volunteers this weekend. Their annual event, this Saturday morning in Des Plaines, will help place over 5,500 flags at veterans’ grave sites. Volunteers will meet at 700 N. River Road on May 24 at 8:30 a.m.
Aujourd'hui, Flora Ghebali, Jérôme Marty et Emmanuel de Villiers débattent de l'actualité autour d'Alain Marschall et Olivier Truchot.
Attorney Burt Odelson, legislative counsel for the Village of Dolton Board of Trustees, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Dolton’s plans to acquire Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home through eminent domain. The two discuss how the Pope’s home is already changing the neighborhood and its current value.
Joan Oberndorf, Manager of the Andersonville Farmers Market, joins Lisa Dent to highlight the vendors that will be at this year’s farmers market. Joan chats about their new location on 1500 West Winona St and the fresh products you’ll be able to find.
WGN Radio's John Williams and Lisa Dent are on a mission to help send three buses full of kids to City Kids Camp, a 501c3 non-profit, where inner-city kids get to spend a week of adventure at a summer camp in the country, southwest of Peoria. John and Lisa are joined by Hector Corona, the camp’s […]
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent to discuss her latest column addressing stock market volatility and advising people who are close to retirement to know what they own in the market and decide what to do with their investments. Savage warns that market uncertainty should be a concern for those who are […]
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Tullman's latest article centered around the issue businesses face of renting office space. Tullman also talks about the DOJ investigation into hiring practices by the Mayor Johnson administration.
Dr. Hermene Hartman, Chicago media pioneer and founder of N'Digo, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the Chicago Teachers Union which reelected Stacy Davis Gates as president, and Dr. Hartman shares what she might do if she were the superintendent of Chicago Public Schools.
Father Michael Pfleger, pastor of Saint Sabina Church, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his 50 years of priesthood. Fr. Pfleger explains how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. influenced him and shares some stories from his 50 years in the church.
Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Lisa Dent to talk about the dust storm that hit Chicago last week. Armstrong shares whether farmers are to blame for the storm. Then, Armstrong discusses what farmers are doing to reduce the the volume of dust storms.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Fahad Faruqi, MD, Doctor of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss former President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis. Dr. Faruqi discusses the difference between ‘terminal’ and ‘incurable’ and what it means for Biden’s health.
Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the continued eye drops recall. Then, Murray talks about the listeria outbreak from ready-to-eat foods.
Mick Dumke, Investigator Editor at Block Club Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to detail Block Club Chicago suing ICE over immigration arrest records. Dumke requested arrest records over a 10 day period in January using The Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA). ICE didn’t meet the required 30 day deadline and emailed Dumke saying they needed 10 […]
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, and Mary shares her What’s With?
Dr. Dana Varble, Chief Veterinary Officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Dent to talk about pet owners’ care for their pets’ health. Than, Dr. Varble shares insight into why the suicide rate among veterinarians is high. And, as always, Dr. Varble answers pet questions from listeners.
Robbie Schloss, owner and co-founder of Shore Club Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the beach restaurant’s grand opening this weekend. Offering an upscale dining experience right on North Avenue Beach, Shore Club provides a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.
La première fois que j'ai remarqué que mon fils Théo était différent, c'était lorsque je l'ai surpris en train de manger un oiseau mort qu'il avait trouvé dans notre jardin.J'ai forcé l'ouverture de sa petite main ensanglantée et jeté les restes, tandis qu'il restait assis dans l'herbe, impassible face à mon horreur.Il avait huit ans et perdait ses dents de lait. Les enfants ont souvent des habitudes alimentaires étranges à cette période, mais pas à ce point.Ma femme et moi l'avons emmené chez le pédiatre, qui nous a assuré qu'il n'y avait rien d'anormal dans son développement.Source : https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/1j85bpd/my_sons_eating_disorder_is_getting_out_of_hand/Pour m'envoyer vos histoires danslenoirpdcst@gmail.comPour participer à cette émission horrifique, écrivez à Dans Le Noir sur les réseaux sociaux, j'accepte tout le monde !Mon Instagram HorrifiquePATREONLE seul podcast qui fait peur !Armez-vous de votre casque ou de vos écouteurs !Podcast Horreur, Podcast Surnaturel, Podcast Paranormal & Podcast Creepypasta mais surtout un podcast qui fait peur !Bonne semaine horrifique à tous ! Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.
Leslie Cahill, General Manager of the French Markets, joins Lisa Dent to discuss what makes their markets different from other markets. Then, Cahill shares the variety of vendors that shoppers can expect.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his new weekly segment, Ask Lou, where he answers your questions about all things home repair.
Michael Korman, veteran and caregiver, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the The Elizabeth Dole Foundation. Every year the foundation awards a fellowship to select few. Michael Korman, a 2025 recipient, shares his experience as a caretaker for his father-in-law who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, hearing/vision loss, chronic fatigue syndrome, and more. The two […]
NHRA Drivers Brittany Force and Austin Prock join Lisa Dent to talk about their racing season. Force shares that her father, racing legend John Force, is on the road to recovery and is traveling with the team. Defending champion Prock is the points leader this season as well. Both racers are competing in the Route […]
Craig Bolanos, Co-Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partner, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest ruling from the Federal Reserve not lowering interest rates. Bolanos thinks that despite the improvement on inflation, there is still some hesitancy to cut the interest rates until there is still more economic stability.
Tom Weitzel, Retired Chief of the Riverside Police Department, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. This year, the names of 345 officers killed in the line of duty are being added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC. Illinois was the fourth-highest state for law […]
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL 8) joins Lisa Dent to discuss the potential cuts in what some President Trump has deemed the “one big, beautiful bill.” Rep. Krishnamoorthi reviews some of the proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.
Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, 19th District, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Illinois lawmakers working to require private health insurance providers to reimburse in-network therapists at least 141% of the rate Medicare pays. Therapists across the country have stopped accepting private insurance providers, citing improper reimbursement and too much red tape to provide patients with proper care.
Sulafa Zidani, Professor of Communication Studies at Northwestern University, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the virality of the memes centered around Pope Leo XIV. The Chicago-born pope has been made the subject of memes based on Chicago culture.
Laura Rost, National Coordinator for Bee City USA and Bee Campus USA, joins Lisa Dent to discuss No Mow Monday, a movement to help create a larger environment for pollinators and wildlife in the spring. Rost shares what people can do outside of mowing to help wildlife flourish.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Alison LaCroix, Robert Newton Reid Professor of Law and associate member of the Department of History at the University of Chicago Law School, joins Lisa Dent to discuss habeas corpus. LaCroix explains that as one of the foundational rights in the American Constitution, the suspension of habeas corpus would mean that due process is not […]
WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory joins Lisa Dent to discuss Menards rebates, his current wager with weather producer Bill Snyder, and why Minnesota’s weather is so erratic. Then, Ivory shares the upcoming forecast and the likely temps for Memorial Day.
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent to discuss her time in Washington D.C. learning about cyber-scams and AI. She previews her upcoming column addressing internet scams and the quantity of devices connected to the internet; the total now exceeds more than the number of people on the planet.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Tullman's latest article that talks about Menard’s rebate change.
Dr. Emma Barber, a gynecologic oncologist with the Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the first FDA-approved at-home HPV test. More than 99 percent of cervical cancer is caused by HPV. The at-home test will give women a chance they haven’t previously had to get on top of their cervical […]
Dr. Hermene Hartman, Chicago media pioneer and founder of N'Digo, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Pope Leo XIV. Dr. Hartman calls him a true ‘South-sider’ and discusses the Pope’s Creole background.
Jeff Tabels, Director of Business Engagement/Farmer’s Market Manager, joins Lisa Dent to share the Lincoln Square Farmers Market. The market runs twice a week from May to October with over 50 vendors that are local to Chicago. Located at 4513 N Lincoln Ave. In the parking lot on the east side of Lincoln Ave just […]
Eloise Bertrand joins Lisa Dent to surprise Steve Bertrand. After working at WGN for over 40 years, Steve’s mother has never been on air.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.