The Knowledge Project
Hosted by Shane Parrish · 5 decoded episodes · newest Oct 6, 2026
Uncovering the timeless principles that drive success. Hosted by Shane Parrish (entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and author), the goal of each episode is simply to master the best of what other people have already figured out. Learn More: Timeless insights into business and life in 5 minutes a week: https://fs.blog/newsletter Shane's Books: https://fs.blog/books
Episodes 5
- Oct 6, 2026 · 20 minMunger and Combs put character before intelligenceThe conversation argues that durable judgment depends less on raw ability than on integrity, temperament, and systems that let good decisions compound.
- Sep 29, 2026 · 1h 17mAckman links family crisis to a new model of investing and leadershipThe conversation tests whether the disciplines that guide large investments can also shape resilience, family responsibility, and long-term institution building.
- Sep 15, 2026 · 1h 5mTobi Lütke argues AI raises the value of human judgmentAs AI expands what companies can automate, the harder question is which human capabilities should remain central to decisions, products, and responsibility.
- Sep 1, 2026 · 1h 3mJobs turns failure into Apple’s comebackThe episode reframes Steve Jobs’s return to Apple as the result of painful business failures, personal change, and a more pragmatic approach to leadership.
- Aug 18, 2026 · 46 minRoblox CEO links better judgment to metabolic healthDavid Baszucki connects personal health and self-awareness to the decisions required to build a safer, more resilient digital platform.