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Brilliant top-down perspective; invaluable coaching advice

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Reviewed: 20-05-2024

I've only been playing golf for ~6 months, and I'm hopelessly addicted. I discovered this book after binging on The Sweet Spot podcast's entire back catalogue, trying to learn as much as I could. I promise you - this book is exactly what any player needs to improve. it didn't take me long to learn this game can break you without a strong mind. My first ever golf book was Zen Golf (brilliant), and this book has elements of that in there, only expounded upon, and with a more practical approach to individual components of your game. Along with Zen Golf, I'd now say this book is easily in my top 5 golf game improvement titles. I finished it, and immediately hit play again. You won't regret it. Thanks Jon!

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A rich dive behind the curtain of one of finance's greatest families

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Reviewed: 15-01-2024

Perfectly narrated, ~36 hours seems to have flown by. A fascinating detailed & dignified walk through one of the richest family histories in finance.

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fascinating etymological journey through U.S. history

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Reviewed: 07-01-2024

Pressed play largely due to it being Bill Bryson + it was free, without first really bothering to investigate the subject matter. I'm glad I did. Another thoroughly enjoyable Bryson title; a well-paced blend of knowledge and humour. A curiously engaging deep dive into speech, the origin of phrases we've commonly used for years and the unique contributions the American lexicon has made.

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Phenomenal. The most relevant and important essay to modern Australian society, bar none.

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Reviewed: 13-12-2023

This was absolutely brilliant. Probably the most important and relevant thing I'll listen to all year. This should be mandatory listening for all Australians. Alan hits the nail(s) on the head repeatedly, whilst providing well-researched historical contexts to exactly how and why we got ourselves into this predicament. I am going to send this to everyone I know, to increase awareness of these concepts. Thank you Alan, sincerely - this was stellar in both content and delivery and is a service to your fellow Aussies.

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"Ultimate" book on cigars is the perfect title!

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Reviewed: 16-06-2023

Thoroughly informative and entertaining listen, from beginning to end. Great blend of humour, relevant facts and history wrapped up in a civilised and well-crafted, easy to digest tale. Enjoyed it so much I listened twice back-to-back, and will probably go back for a third. Even the narrator suits the vibe perfectly. The only downside - possibly kick-starting a hobby I'll now be forced to continue exploring for life. Damn!

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"Ultimate" book on cigars is the perfect title!

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Reviewed: 16-06-2023

Thoroughly informative and entertaining listen, from beginning to end. Great blend of humour, relevant facts and history wrapped up in a civilised and well-crafted, easy to digest tale. Enjoyed it so much I listened twice back-to-back, and will probably go back for a third. Even the narrator suits the vibe perfectly. The only downside - possibly kick-starting a hobby I'll now be forced to continue exploring for life. Damn!

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enjoyable, informative & thought-provoking

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Reviewed: 27-03-2023

Having only recently been introduced to Guy and his Aquamarine Fund from an interview with Brandon from the "New Money" YouTube channel, I was intrigued enough from the sample to investigate. Lots of great info about how Guy has personally travelled through his investment journey and shaped his personality to become happier and more successful. I really appreciated the intersection between emotions, personal success and wealth this book explores. Quite heavy on the well-worn Buffett references, but you expect that. I'd recommend this title overall, and will probably give it another listen through.

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A brilliant must-listen for every new investor

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Reviewed: 13-07-2022

A fantastic listen, and one I’ll be referring back to again constantly.
It has confirmed my learnings that investing is a long-haul game, but in such elegantly simple phrasing I’ve not encountered elsewhere.
This book puts difficult concepts into marvellously concise wording and clearly explains the principles behind the acronyms you’re constantly Googling.
I’ve sunk hours into YouTube investing strategy videos, listened to countless podcasts, followed the word of Buffett..
I’d honestly go so far as to say - before you’ve invested any money in the markets - listen to this.
This has now taken my #1 spot for a financial guidance text.
I’m attempting to convince my friends to read this. Hell I’m even offering to buy it for them. What does that tell you?
This book has essentially given me the tools to rethink both investing as a whole and my strategy within it.
Kudos also to the author for keeping the content updated & relevant.
Congratulations also for being able to so effectively communicate deep financial concepts by text / voice alone. No charts or PDF’s needed to follow along here.
LISTEN TO THIS BOOK
FUTURE YOU WILL THANK YOU

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Profoundly brilliant - words to truly love by

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Reviewed: 13-05-2022

This book contains the words I’ve been struggling to find, towards solving the problems in my life and feelings of dissatisfaction I’ve been wrestling with. Wow. How had I not heard of this title before? I’ve gone through similar books searching for answers, but this one - wow - did this one ever speak to me. I’m going to immediately listen to this again. Recommend this book to anyone looking for positive change in their lives, but haven’t found what feels like the correct path for them yet. Listen to this now!! The narration by the author is beautiful, but does suit listening with full attention rather than in the background.

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Wow - this really hits home

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Reviewed: 08-05-2022

Mind blown. Brilliant book with a refreshing take. I like that this book doesn’t attempt to teach the reader anything new - it attempts to help you understand what you already know. I’m going to need to re-listen to this so it all sinks in more. Had to pause a few times as it felt like I/my circumstances were being directly referenced. Highly recommended, if you’ve been working through these sorts of titles looking for answers.. but you haven’t quite found the right one yet. This one could be it.

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