Oliver Burkeman

Oliver Burkeman

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Heard in 6 episodes across 4 shows since Apr 2026

Oliver Burkeman is an author and journalist who explores the intersection of productivity, psychology, and mortality. He is best known for his work on time management and his newsletter, The Imperfectionist.

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Episodes

6
across 4 shows

First heard

Apr 2026

Guest appearances

2

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What Oliver Burkeman has said on podcasts

3 statements

  1. on Life simplification systemsNegativeOct 2, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Most systems create maintenance overhead that can undermine simplicity.

    “pretty much any system, as we all know, creates overheads to maintain.”

    Listen at 37:13

    Open the episode · #885: How to Simplify Your Life — Tips from Oliver Burkeman, Chip Conley, Elizabeth Gilbert, and More
  2. on Practical simplicityPositiveOct 2, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    True practical simplicity is an attitude rather than a set of techniques.

    “true simplicity, the simplicity that actually practically helped me in life, is not a question of techniques. It is an attitude.”

    Listen at 40:12

    Open the episode · #885: How to Simplify Your Life — Tips from Oliver Burkeman, Chip Conley, Elizabeth Gilbert, and More
  3. on Acceptance of realityPositiveOct 2, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Accepting reality as it is enables people to act decisively on priorities.

    “I think it is to be able to say, okay, look, well, reality is as it is, and that's fine.”

    Listen at 41:40

    Open the episode · #885: How to Simplify Your Life — Tips from Oliver Burkeman, Chip Conley, Elizabeth Gilbert, and More

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Episodes

6 episodes featuring Oliver Burkeman, newest first

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