Undo – How history's outliers got stuff done

An investigation into how history’s oddballs, outliers, and overachievers built systems to help them do their best work.Each episode unearths a so-called productivity hack from history to help you separate the brilliant from the bullshit, so you can build a methodology that works for you.Productivity isn’t about getting more done to feed a money-seeking monster with an ever-growing appetite. It’s about clearing the clutter so you can focus on what you do best.Because if Edison can invent the lightbulb without Inbox Zero, you can probably survive without 10x-ing your toothbrush routine. Get bonus content on Patreon

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  • Great for work!
    Love the show!
    I really enjoy the silliness mixed with the seriousness as well as the learning moments. Thank you for posting every week!
  • PodcastPlayl.ist
    Productivity processes packaged perfectly polished! ™ ™ ™ thought-leader ™
    I’m surprised and how much I learn from this as someone who has looked into and tried so many productivity “hacks”, AND how much fun I have along the way. Mark presents each episode with incredible listenable quality that taking the wheatgrass shot of learning feels more like downing the carrot orange chaser twice. Love it. 6/5.
  • robonoggin
    Not Annoying
    Great content and a voice that’s not annoying… That’s a difficult combination to find, but this podcast checks both boxes. I’m a fast fan.
  • gsmitman
    The Plus
    Beautifully done. With sufficient wit and snark to keep the attention. A pleasant little mix of science and art. You have heard of some of these before. Depending on your investment on “self improvement”, maybe a lot of these. But the reminders with the extra tidbits of context and history are quite useful. Oh, and the relentless reminder to find Balance!!! (Another reminder here: Don’t use these tools to feed your inner workaholic!!!) Oh, and for any political tendencies, I apologize for my fellow Citizens of the United States. We are working through some things. (Oh! Bang on thirty seconds!)
  • Not-so-harsh
    Pep Talk at the Pub
    I appreciate the garage talks at the end. Not only is it a great summary of the content in the main section of the episode, but it feels like (as alluded to in the title) sitting at a pub with a mate thinking about how to make each other better. A good weekly listen.
  • Thankful Sadie
    There’s a lot packed into each episode!
    I can’t wait for Monday & the bedtime advice🥱. Thank you for an entertaining AND helpful podcast. And the show notes are ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! I’m so glad I found this gem.
  • MomFromOhio
    Insulting to the audience
    The content can be interesting but his political comments are distracting and insulting. I am sure he thinks he is witty but we would all be better off without snide comments on unrelated topics. I am not listening for political hot takes.
  • GPiscute
    Easy to listen, motivational
    I find this very easy to listen to, and also thought-provoking. The antithesis of Mel Robbins, in a good way. Takes a more interesting and intellectual approach.
  • Augi-T
    Where’s the 10 star button?
    Love the latest episode on Lincoln and Churchill. Great writing, storytelling and production. Will stay tuned in!
  • jlt005
    Love it
    I find this podcast to be really helpful, interesting, and informative. It is very digestible and really has made me think about doing things differently for work. I am actually someone who really dislikes self-help books, podcast, etc and find this to be so useful. Thank you for providing this information and in a format that is easy to listen to!
  • RaeyaFiveThreeooowee
    Ape
    Cap him popped
  • Rahrahrobo
    Just In Time
    I just leveled up in my career and am doing my dream job. But it’s the hardest job I’ve ever had and my previous project management system was not cutting it. The last couple of weeks I’ve burnt myself out just trying to sift through all the advice and tips for building a new system. This podcast appeared out of no where in my feed and I was drawn in by the short episodes and focus on one project management system per episode. It’s a really fun listen and very informative and helps cut through the noise, just what I needed, just in time!
  • Agatemoon
    Love!
    Such a fun and enlightening show!
  • Suganagirl
    This is the best little gem of a podcast!
    The combination of Mark's kind humor and wisdom make this a much needed addition to my weekly listening....and learning!
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