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Book Club with Kaiden Kelly

144 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★ - 18 ratings

There is always room for improvement. There are a lot of people smarter than me who write books to help us understand ourselves and the world we live in a little bit better. I read their books and examine their points to learn what we can apply directly to our lives to increase our health, wealth, wisdom, peace, to live better lives, and to be better people. 

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Episodes

An Antidote to Chaos

December 07, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

Life is hard. Learn how to manage suffering with Jordan B. Peterson's brilliant "12 Rules For Life: An Antidote to Chaos" and how to increase your well being. Support the Show.

The Comfort Crisis!

November 30, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Our desire to be comfortable is deteriorating our overall health and happiness. Find out how in this discussion of "The Comfort Crisis" by Michael Easter. Support the Show.

Winning Friends & Influencing People

November 23, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

Dale Carnegie nailed the art of how to win friends and influence people in his 1936 piece, "How To Win Friends and Influence People."  Support the Show.

How To Save The Planet

November 16, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh shares a life's worth of knowledge and experience the calamity mankind faces in "Zen and The Art of Saving the Planet" and how to do exactly that: save the planet. This is my translation. Support the Show.

Atomic Habits

November 09, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Success doesn't come through a single effort, but through a string of them, known as habits. Learn how to become the person you desire to be through this discussion of "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.  Support the Show.

The Entrepreneur Myth

November 02, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

If you are a small business owner, or would like to be one, consider listening to this discussion of "The E-Myth" by Michael E. Gerber. Support the Show.

Hunter-Gatherers in the 21st Century

October 26, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MB

We are fish! And also reptiles, and also mammals. Listen to this discussion on "A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century" by Heather Heying and Bret Weinstein to learn how this is true, and so much more! Support the Show.

Meditations

October 18, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

A discussion of Gregory Hays' translation of "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius Antoninus.  Support the Show.

Siddhartha & The Yoga Sutras

October 12, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Explore the life of The Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, in Hermann Hesse's  philosophical fiction novel "Siddhartha." Then follow me as we loosely speculate on "The Yoga Sutras of Pantanjali" with translation and commentary by Sri Swami Satchidananda.  Support the Show.

A Podcast About Hope

October 05, 2021 20:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Mark Manson writes a book about hope called "Everything is F*cked: A Book About Hope" and it may very well reshape your idea of hope. Support the Show.

The 4-Hour Workweek

September 28, 2021 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Want to escape the 9-5, live anywhere, and join the New Rich? Listen to this discussion on "The 4-Hour Workweek" by Timothy Ferriss. Support the Show.

Overcoming Obstacles

September 21, 2021 18:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

An overview of "The Obstacle is the Way" by Ryan Holiday.  Support the Show.

80/20 Sales and Marketing

September 14, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

What will draw a crowd more than a "Sales and Marketing" title? A review of "80/20 Sales and Marketing" by Perry Marshall. Support the Show.

Do Nothing

September 08, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MB

Recap and finishing our discussion of "Do Nothing" by Celeste Headlee.  Support the Show.

Intelligent Investor & Do Nothing

August 31, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

Wrapping up our discussion over "Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham and moving on to "Do Nothing" by Celeste Headlee.  Pardon the technical difficulties. Still a great episode! Support the Show.

Intelligent Investor pt. 1

August 24, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

An incomplete discussions of "Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham, including soul-searching dialog. Support the Show.

How to Think Clearly

August 17, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Understanding mental errors, fallacies, and irrationalities from "The Art of Thinking Clearly" by Rolf Dobelli Support the Show.

Habits and Money

August 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Discussing how to set yourself up for success in all aspects of your lift by analyzing "The Compound Effect" by Darren Hardy & "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki Support the Show.

Getting Quality Sleep

August 03, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Discussing Dr. Andrew Huberman's advice for optimizing sleep from his podcast, The Huberman Lab.  Support the Show.

Social Media and Addictions

July 27, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Do your addictions take you away from your life? Figure out how to let your life take you away from your addictions. Irresistible by Adam Alter Support the Show.

PRIMAL BLUEPRINT

July 20, 2021 14:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Primal Blueprint by Mark Sisson, and a whole bunch of opinions Support the Show.

RUN THE MOUNTAIN

July 18, 2021 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

Sapiens & The Four Agreements Review, and running mountains. Support the Show.

3rd Independence Day in a Row

July 06, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Wrapping up Sapiens and getting ready for another week! Support the Show.

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

July 01, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

We're screwed! And it's our fault! A brief discussion on Yuval Noah Harai's book "Sapiens" about where humans came from and how we are bringing about our own destruction. Support the Show.

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

July 01, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

We're screwed! And it's our fault! A brief discussion on Yuval Noah Harai's book "Sapiens" about where humans came from and how we are bringing about our own destruction.

Who is Man?

July 01, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

We're screwed! And it's our fault! A brief discussion on Yuval Noah Harai's book "Sapiens" about where humans came from and how we are bringing about our own destruction.

Can't Hurt Me!

June 22, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

A review of "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins.  Support the Show.

Monday Morning Motivation

June 15, 2021 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Sharing what inspires and motivates me to inspire and motivate you to be happier, healthier, more successful, and HARD!

Monday Morning Motivation

June 15, 2021 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Sharing what inspires and motivates me to inspire and motivate you to be happier, healthier, more successful, and HARD! Support the Show.

Let's Debate #3 w/ Hade, Zac, and Steeze

June 02, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Welcome to the game show where we debate the best candy bar, talk sh!t on Olive Garden, and a whole bunch of other nonsense. (FYI something went wrong with the mic's, so bear with us.) Support the Show.

Let's Debate #3 w/ Hade, Zac, and Steeze

June 02, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Welcome to the game show where we debate the best candy bar, talk sh!t on Olive Garden, and a whole bunch of other nonsense. (FYI something went wrong with the mic's, so bear with us.)

12. 2020 In A Nutshell (So Far) (ft. Austin Hudgins & Zac Linton)

August 03, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 121 MB

2020 has been a nutty year. So what better way to give a recap than by getting loaded and getting everything off our chests? Advisory: it was obnoxious as hell and a ton of fun.  Support the Show.

Let's Debate #1

January 30, 2020 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

Kaiden, Haden, Austin, and Logan, long time friends sit down to debate the best mundane items and situations in three different categories: Would You Rather, a Bracket, and a Draft. 

No Mo Mo-Mo (ft. Tanner Ellison)

January 22, 2020 14:00 - 2 hours - 109 MB

Old friend Tanner Ellison joins Kaiden to discuss his journey through his teen years, in and out of the LDS church, and through his divorced parents. They also share some good laughs and conversation on lighter topics. 

Purdy Girl Special (ft. Ashley Kelly Purdy)

December 26, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

Merry Christmas week! Kaiden is joined by his aunt, Ashley Kelly Purdy, host of the Purdy Girl Podcast, and they discuss her journey as a military spouse and her goals as a podcast host. 

We Never Wrestled (ft. Haden Langston)

December 16, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

Long time friend Haden Langstons joins Kaiden as they reminisce their friendship growing up and how they have maintained a relationship as life has taken them in different directions. They reconcile how Mormons and Non/Ex Mormons should interact even through their differences. 

The Absence of Lord Farquaad (ft. Braxton Moon)

December 11, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 72 MB

A close friend, Braxton Moon, joins Kaiden on the podcast for an interesting discussion. He shares his experiences in the Mormon church, his own spirituality, how his parents divorce has shaped him, and how he has recovered from his own unknown heart failure.

6. A What Disease? (ft. Sydnee Whitney)

November 25, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MB

Kaiden invites long time friend Sydnee Whitney to discuss her history and experiences with IBD related autoimmune disease, the changes she has had to make in her life, and what to do if you are living with an IBD related autoimmune disease. As she shares her experience, Kaiden relates his experiences living with Ulcerative Colitis and they collaborate different ways to cope and live healthy and happy lives. 

5. I Didn't Know Dr. Seuss

November 17, 2019 01:00 - 2 hours - 87.9 MB

Things get fired up in this episode as Kaiden explains his religious and spiritual background. He explains where his religious ideas stem from and how they've changed. Living in Utah and growing up as a Mormon, he explains his perspective of the Mormon church and religion and spirituality as a whole. 

4. I'm Queen pt 2 (W/ Connor Kelly)

November 09, 2019 00:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MB

The conversation continues with Connor Kelly today after an extensive interview with his twin brother Cooper. Kaiden and Connor discuss what it was like growing up in a Mormon home and how Connor has become comfortable and confident with his sexuality. 

I'm Queen (W/ Cooper Kelly)

November 07, 2019 04:00 - 2 hours - 104 MB

In this special two part series, Kaiden sits down with one of his twin brothers, Cooper Kelly, to discuss what it is like having a unique sexual identity. They answer questions from previous surveys and Cooper shares his personal experiences and talents. 

How Are Babies Born? (W/ Austin Hudgins)

November 04, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MB

Kaiden invites long time friend Austin Hudgins onto the show for an unscripted conversation about their friendship and where life has taken them over the years. 

Cook's Burps

October 30, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

Diving deeper into Kaiden's mind, he covers what his life was like growing up in a Mormon household and going through his parents divorce, his relationship with his family, favorite music, video games, learning more about his Ulcerative Colitis, and what goals he wants to accomplish by publishing a podcast.

The CRINGE Demo

October 25, 2019 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.63 MB

A 12 minute cringey briefing on what I'm trying to accomplish with my series of podcast episodes. Bear with me through the end and help me create quality content!