The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss is a self-experimenter and bestselling author, best known for The 4-Hour Workweek, which has been translated into 40+ languages. Newsweek calls him "the world's best human guinea pig," and The New York Times calls him "a cross between Jack Welch and a Buddhist monk." In this show, he deconstructs world-class performers from eclectic areas (investing, chess, pro sports, etc.), digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.

Bob Metcalfe — The Man (and Lessons) Behind Ethernet, Metcalfe’s Law, and More 02/13/2018

Bob Metcalfe — The Man (and Lessons) Behind Ethernet, Metcalfe’s Law, and More Bob Metcalfe () is an MIT-Harvard-trained engineer-entrepreneur who became an Internet pioneer in 1970, invented Ethernet in 1973, and founded 3Com Corporation in 1979. About 1.2B Ethernet ports were shipped last year — 400M wired and 800M wireless (Wi-Fi). 3Com went public in 1984, peaked at $5.7B in annual sales in 1999, and after 30 years became part of HP last year. Bob was a publisher-pundit for IDG-InfoWorld for about 10 years and a venture capitalist for about 10 years with Polaris Venture Partners, where he continues as a Venture Partner. Bob is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and a recipient of the National Medal of Technology. In this conversation, we talk about everything from how he toasts when drinking with friends, how he learned to recruit and fire, what he does to scale businesses, different approaches to talent evaluation, critical decisions and mistakes made, and much more. Please enjoy! This episode is brought to you by . I haven’t had an office in almost two decades, but working from home and coffee shops isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be. When I moved to Austin, one of the first things I did was get a space at WeWork, and I could not be happier. It’s dog friendly and serves the best cold-brew coffee on tap I’ve ever had! is a global network of work spaces where companies and people grow together — in fact, more than ten percent of Fortune 500 companies use WeWork. The idea is simple: you focus on your business, and WeWork takes care of the rest — front desk service, utilities, refreshments, and more. WeWork now has more than 200 locations all over the world, so chances are good there’s one near you. Check out to become a part of the global WeWork community! This episode is also brought to you by , which has become a staple of my daily routine. I picked up this bike after seeing the success of my friend Kevin Rose, and I’ve been enjoying it more than I ever imagined. Peloton is an indoor cycling bike that brings live studio classes right to your home. No worrying about fitting classes into your busy schedule or making it to a studio with a crazy commute. New classes are added every day, and this includes options led by elite NYC instructors in your own living room. You can even live stream studio classes taught by the world’s best instructors, or find your favorite class on demand. is offering listeners to this show a special offer. Visit and enter the code TIM at checkout to receive $100 off accessories with your Peloton bike purchase. This is a great way to get in your workouts, or an incredible gift. Again, that’s and enter the code TIM. /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6263421

How to Build Popular Podcasts and Blogs Many of you have asked me about strategies for building a popular blog and podcast. I’ve covered some aspects of growing a podcast in a , and then Mari Takahashi () — a successful ballerina, gamer, and content creator — sent me some very good questions that I haven’t discussed before. This episode goes into detail about how I’ve built The Tim Ferriss Show into a podcast that has almost 300 million downloads, and how my blog receives between three and four million unique visitors per month. There are certainly bigger podcasts and blogs, but I share how I’ve been able to grow both with only a couple full-time employees and a few part-time assistants. Enjoy! This podcast is brought to you by . While I often praise this company’s Lion’s Mane Mushroom Coffee, I asked the founders if they could help me improve my sleep. Their answer: . They made a special batch for me and my listeners that comes without sweetener; you can try it at bedtime with a little honey or nut milk, or you can just add hot water to your single-serving packet and embrace its bitterness like I do. Try it right now by going to and using the code Ferriss to get 20 percent off this rare, limited run of Reishi Mushroom Elixir. If you are in the experimental mindset, I do not think you’ll be disappointed. This podcast is also brought to you by . FreshBooks is the #1 cloud bookkeeping software, which is used by a ton of the start-ups I advise and many of the contractors I work with. It is the easiest way to send invoices, get paid, track your time, and track your clients. tells you when your clients have viewed your invoices, helps you customize your invoices, track your hours, automatically organize your receipts, have late payment reminders sent automatically and much more. Right now you can get a . You do not need a credit card for the trial. To claim your free month and see how the brand new Freshbooks can change your business, go to and enter “” in the “how did you hear about us” section. /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6263416

Best Investments, Bad Advice to Avoid, and Other Life Lessons 01/26/2018

Catherine Hoke — The Master of Second Chances 01/22/2018

How The Best Overcome Fear 01/14/2018

How The Best Overcome Fear Welcome to another edition of The Tim Ferriss Radio Hour, where I share the habits and patterns of world-class performers revealed over nearly 300 interviews. In this episode, we’ll explore fear. Specifically, how to manage, mitigate, and overcome fear, which is something I’ve battled for decades. This has been such a focal point of my life that , which is something I practice at least once a month and have found to be a life raft. In addition to my own experiences, we’ll hear how (), (), , and () have battled their own fears. Enjoy! This podcast is brought to you by , my go-to platform for 24/7-supported, zero downtime blogging, writing online, creating websites — everything! I love it to bits, and the lead developer, Matt Mullenweg, has appeared on this podcast many times. Whether for personal use or business, you’re in good company with — used by The New Yorker, Jay Z, Beyoncé, FiveThirtyEight, TechCrunch, TED, CNN, and Time, just to name a few. A source at Google told me that offers “the best out-of-the-box SEO imaginable,” which is probably why it runs nearly 30% of the Internet. Go to to get 15% off your website today! This episode is also brought to you by . I’ve used this service for many of my businesses, as have quite a few of the icons on this podcast — such as Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg of WordPress fame. is a reliable resource that more than a million people have already trusted for everything from setting up wills, proper trademark searches, forming LLCs, setting up non-profits, or finding simple cease-and-desist letter templates. is not a law firm, but it does have a network of independent attorneys available in most states who can give you advice on the best way to get started, provide contract reviews, and otherwise help you run your business with complete transparency and up-front pricing. to save 15% and see how the fine folks there can make life easier for you and your business. /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6150349

Gretchen Rubin — Experiments in Happiness and Creativity 01/10/2018

Gretchen Rubin — Experiments in Happiness and Creativity () is the author of several books, including the New York Times bestsellers , , , and . She has an enormous readership, both in print and online, and her books have sold three million copies worldwide, in more than thirty languages. On her popular weekly podcast, , she discusses good habits and happiness with her sister Elizabeth Craft; they’ve been called the “Click and Clack of podcasters.” Her podcast was named in iTunes’s lists of “Best Podcasts of 2015” and was named in the Academy of Podcasters “Best Podcasts of 2016.” Fast Company named Gretchen Rubin to its list of Most Creative People in Business, and she’s a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by . Shure is the brand behind my favorite headphones — the SE846. Shure has been trusted by musicians and sound experts for years, and I use Shure equipment to help record each episode of the podcast. feature a groundbreaking low-pass filter that delivers extended high-end clarity and unparalleled low-end performance of a true subwoofer without sacrificing clarity or detail of mids or highs. Go to and use the coupon code “TIM” at checkout to save $100 on these phenomenal headphones through January 2018. This podcast is also brought to you by . FreshBooks is the #1 cloud bookkeeping software, which is used by a ton of the start-ups I advise and many of the contractors I work with. It is the easiest way to send invoices, get paid, track your time, and track your clients. tells you when your clients have viewed your invoices, helps you customize your invoices, track your hours, automatically organize your receipts, have late payment reminders sent automatically and much more. Right now you can get a . You do not need a credit card for the trial. To claim your free month and see how the brand new Freshbooks can change your business, go to and enter “” in the “how did you hear about us” section. /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6150341

How to Handle Information Overwhelm (And Social Media) 01/04/2018

Lessons from Bozoma Saint John — From Spike Lee to Uber, From Ghana to Silicon Valley 12/27/2017

Lessons from Bozoma Saint John — From Spike Lee to Uber, From Ghana to Silicon Valley Bozoma Saint John () is the Chief Brand Officer at Uber. Until June 2017, she was a marketing executive at Apple Music after joining the company in its acquisition of Beats Music. In 2016, Billboard named her , she appeared on , and Fast Company’s . Bozoma was featured in , but this conversation covers topics that go far beyond what was covered in the book. Enjoy! This podcast is brought to you by , which has become a staple of my daily routine. I picked up this bike after seeing the success of my friend Kevin Rose, and I’ve been enjoying it more than I ever imagined. Peloton is an indoor cycling bike that brings live studio classes right to your home. No worrying about fitting classes into your busy schedule or making it to a studio with a crazy commute. New classes are added every day, and this includes options led by elite NYC instructors in your own living room. You can even live stream studio classes taught by the world’s best instructors, or find your favorite class on demand. is offering listeners to this show a special offer. Visit and enter the code “TIM” at checkout to receive $100 off accessories with your Peloton bike purchase. This is a great way to get in your workouts or an incredible gift. Again, that’s and enter the code TIM. This podcast is also brought to you by . I recently moved into a new home and needed new beds, and I purchased mattresses from Helix Sleep. It offers mattresses personalized to your preferences and sleeping style — without costing thousands of dollars. Visit and take the simple 2-3 minute sleep quiz to get started, and Helix Sleep will build a mattress you’ll love. Its customer service makes all the difference. The mattress arrives within a week, and the shipping is completely free. You can try the mattress for 100 nights, and if you’re not happy, the company will pick it up and offer a full refund. To personalize your sleep experience, visit and you’ll receive $50 off your custom mattress. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6093004

Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want 12/21/2017

Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want Terry Crews () is an actor and former NFL player (Los Angeles Rams, San Diego Chargers, Washington Redskins, and Philadelphia Eagles). His wide-ranging credits include the original viral Old Spice commercials, television series such as The Newsroom, Arrested Development, and Everybody Hates Chris, and films including White Chicks, The Expendables franchise, Bridesmaids, and The Longest Yard. He now stars on the Golden Globe award-winning Fox sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine. In 2014, Terry released his autobiography, . Enjoy! This podcast is brought to you by , the world’s largest marketplace of graphic designers. I have used them for years to create some amazing designs. When your business needs a logo, website design, business card, or anything you can imagine, check out 99Designs. I used them to for The Tao of Seneca, and I’ve also had them help with display advertising and illustrations. If you want a more personalized approach, I recommend their . You get original designs from designers around the world. The best part? You provide your feedback, and then you end up with a product that you’re happy with or your money back. and get a free $99 upgrade.Give it a test run… This podcast is also brought to you by . FreshBooks is the #1 cloud bookkeeping software, which is used by a ton of the start-ups I advise and many of the contractors I work with. It is the easiest way to send invoices, get paid, track your time, and track your clients. tells you when your clients have viewed your invoices, helps you customize your invoices, track your hours, automatically organize your receipts, have late payment reminders sent automatically and much more. Right now you can get a . You do not need a credit card for the trial. To claim your free month and see how the brand new Freshbooks can change your business, go to and enter “” in the “how did you hear about us” section. /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6077182

The Man Who Taught Me How to Invest 12/13/2017

The Man Who Taught Me How to Invest Mike Maples, Jr. () is the man who taught me how to invest. He’s one of my favorite people and a personal mentor. He is a partner at , a venture capital firm that specializes in micro-cap investments in startups. He has been on the Forbes Midas List since 2010 and named one of Fortune magazine’s “ Before becoming a full-time investor, Mike was inolved as a founder and operating executive at back-to-back starup IPOs, including Tivoli Systems (acquired by IBM) and Motive (acquired by Alcatel-Lucent). Some of Mike’s investments include Twitter, Twitch.tv. ngmoco, Weebly, Chegg, Bazaar-voice, Spiceworks, Okta, and Demandforce. This podcast is brought to you by . After trying the competition, this is the only email tool that has made email marketing intuitive for my team without sacrificing any of the features and benefits I need to run a profitable business. It’s easy-to-use systems, split testing, resending technology, automation, targeted content, high rates of deliverability, integration with more than 70 services — like WordPress, Shopify, and Sumo — and excellent customer service are the reason I made it my go-to ESP. Whether you have a thousand subscribers or a million, whether you run a simple blog or a whole company, has a plan that’s scaled to fit your budget and requirements. Go to to try it out and get your first month for free! Test the platform and make sure it works for you and your business. This podcast is also brought to you by , my go-to platform for 24/7-supported, zero downtime blogging, writing online, creating websites — everything! I love it to bits, and the lead developer, Matt Mullenweg, has appeared on this podcast many times. Whether for personal use or business, you’re in good company with — used by The New Yorker, Jay Z, FiveThirtyEight, TechCrunch, TED, CNN, and Time, just to name a few. A source at Google told me that offers “the best out-of-the-box SEO imaginable,” which is probably why it runs nearly 30% of the Internet. Go to to get 15% off your website today! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/6077173

Overcoming Doubt, Battling the Busy Trap, and Enhancing Life -- M. Sanjayan 12/07/2017

The Answers to My Favorite Questions 12/03/2017

Managing Procrastination, Predicting the Future, and Finding Happiness – Tim Urban 11/29/2017

How to Say No 11/25/2017

Stewart Brand – The Polymath of Polymaths 11/21/2017

The Erotic Playbook of a Top-Earning Sex Worker (NSFW) 11/18/2017

The Most Curious Man in Hollywood — Brian Grazer 11/12/2017

Tim O’Reilly – The Trend Spotter 11/08/2017

Tim O’Reilly – The Trend Spotter Tim O’Reilly () is one of the most fascinating polymaths I’ve ever encountered. Wired has called him “the trend spotter” in the world of tech and macrotrends. Tim is the founder and CEO of . His original business plan was pretty simple: “interesting work for interesting people,” and that’s worked out pretty well. His company has generated hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue doing everything from online learning, book publishing, running conferences, urging companies to create more value than they capture, and trying to change the world by spreading and amplifying the knowledge of innovators. In ’93, Tim launched the first commercial website. In ’98, he organized the meeting where the term “open source software” was agreed upon and helped the business world understand its emerging importance. Tim has now turned his attention and is very focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications, the on-demand economy, and other technologies that are transforming the nature of work and the future shape of the business world. His new book is . Enjoy! This podcast is brought to you by , which has become a staple of my daily routine. I picked up this bike after seeing the success of my friend Kevin Rose, and I’ve been enjoying it more than I ever imagined. Peloton is an indoor cycling bike that brings live studio classes right to your home. No worrying about fitting classes in your busy schedule or making it to a studio with a crazy commute. New classes are added every day, and this includes options led by elite NYC instructors in your own living room. You can even live stream studio classes taught by the world’s best instructors, or find your favorite class on demand. is offering listeners to this show a special offer. Visit and enter the code “TIM” at checkout to receive $100 off accessories with your Peloton bike purchase. This is a great way to get in your workouts, or an incredible gift. Again, that’s and enter the code TIM. This podcast is also brought to you by . One of the hardest parts about growing any business is finding and hiring the right team. Nothing can drain your resources and cost you time and money like making mistakes in hiring. developed its own system and platform for helping solve two of the biggest bottlenecks for employers: posting jobs easily and making it even easier to find the best candidates. More than 80 percent of jobs posted return qualified candidates based on your criteria in just 24 hours. As a listener to this show, you can give it a try for free at ! /episode/index/show/timferriss/id/5943518