On the Edge: Book Overview & Takeaways (Nate Silver)

A man reading a book in the dark

What’s On the Edge by Nate Silver about? What do Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, professional poker players, and effective altruists have in common? According to Nate Silver, all of the people above think like players at a high-stakes poker table. In his book On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything, Silver reveals how the world’s most influential people use probabilistic thinking and calculated risk-taking to achieve extraordinary success. Read more in our On the Edge book overview.

The Song of the Cell by Siddhartha Mukherjee: Book Overview

A middle-aged woman with short brown hair and a cream-colored sweater reading a book while sitting in a chair by a window

What’s The Song of the Cell by Siddhartha Mukherjee about? How can cell biology change the way we think about the human body? Siddhartha Mukherjee’s The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human dives into cell biology—examining its history, its use in modern medicine, and its radical possibilities for the future. Mukherjee considers the all-encompassing role cells play in our understanding of illness and the body. Read more in our overview of The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human.

Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain by David Eagleman

A woman with short hair and glasses sitting by a window in a city cafe and reading a book

What if most of your thoughts and actions happen without your awareness? Could this mean that free will is just an illusion? David Eagleman’s Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain reveals how your unconscious mind dominates nearly everything you do. Eagleman’s findings challenge fundamental beliefs about human agency and decision-making. Read more to discover why this Stanford neuroscientist believes these insights could revolutionize our approach to personal responsibility.

Irreplaceable by Pascal Bornet (Book Overview & Takeaways)

A human hand and a robot AI hand shaking hands

How can you remain relevant in a future of AI? What human capabilities can’t AI replicate? How can you use AI to your advantage rather than your detriment? As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms our world, many of us wonder how to remain relevant in an automated future. In Irreplaceable, Pascal Bornet tackles this question. He explains that as AI spreads, our success will lie in learning to work with it—by augmenting our distinctively human strengths with this powerful technology.  Keep reading for an overview of Bornet’s book.

How We Learn to Be Brave by Mariann Edgar Budde: Overview

A woman with curly brown hair sitting by a window in a cafe and reading a book

Is bravery something we’re born with, or can we actually learn to become more courageous? What if the moments that require the most courage aren’t the dramatic ones we see in movies? How We Learn to Be Brave by Mariann Edgar Budde offers a fresh perspective on developing courage. The Episcopal bishop argues that bravery isn’t a rare gift reserved for heroes—it’s a skill anyone can develop through practice and intentional choices. Read more to discover how small daily decisions build the foundation for life-changing courage and why being brave might be more accessible than you think.

The Careless People Controversy & Facebook’s Reaction

The Facebook logo tipped over on its side

What controversy did the book Careless People cause? What was the public reception of the book? In Careless People, Sarah Wynn-Williams—Facebook’s Director of Global Policy from 2011-2017—offers an insider account of her time working alongside Facebook leaders. As expected, the tell-all book stirred up a mixture of reactions. Here’s a look at why the book caused discontent among some.

Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay Feinman—Book Overview

A stamp on a wooden desk that has the word "denied" on it

Have you had a valid health insurance claim denied? What can be done to restore the protection that insurance is meant to provide? In the book Delay, Deny, Defend, Jay Feinman argues that major US insurance companies have transformed from trusted protectors to profit-seeking entities that systematically avoid paying legitimate claims. He says major insurers abandoned their traditional protective role to maximize profits at the expense of their policyholders.  Continue reading below for an overview of this eye-opening book.

The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller: Overview

A real estate agent reading a book on the steps in front of a house

What’s The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller about? Do you want to take your real estate career to the next level? In The Millionaire Real Estate Agent, Gary Keller claims that traditional real estate approaches are a thing of the past. Instead, he offers a new strategy based on smart talent acquisition and effective processes, and managing your business’s money the right way. Read more in our brief overview of The Millionaire Real Estate Agent.

Joy at Work—Book Overview (Marie Kondo, Scott Sonenshein)

A photo of Marie Kondo on a stage

Are you drowning in a sea of workspace clutter, endless emails, and back-to-back meetings? How can you find meaning in your work? In Joy at Work, tidying expert Marie Kondo and organizational psychologist Scott Sonenshein reveal how decluttering your workspace can dramatically boost your productivity and happiness. They help you eliminate distractions, reclaim control over your workday, and rediscover meaning in your professional life.  Continue reading for an overview of the book, complete with practical exercises.

Together by Vivek Murthy—Book Overview & Takeaways

Watercolor art of a group of people in a line holding hands

Do you often find yourself feeling lonely, despite the world being more connected than ever? Why do humans crave social connection? In an age where digital connection has never been easier, an invisible epidemic of isolation threatens our well-being. In Together, former US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy reveals that loneliness is a public health crisis with consequences as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes daily. Continue reading for an overview of the book Together.