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Not Overthinking

The weekly podcast about happiness, creativity, and the human condition. It's us, Ali and Taimur Abdaal, occasionally joined by guests, talking about things to help us think, do, and be better.
Things like social interaction, lifestyle design, mental models... Things that are hard to examine, but important to explore. And hopefully, things that make for a fun and interesting chat every week.
We'd love for you to join us.

Business Philosophy Society & Culture Creativity
Update frequency
every 8 days
Average duration
59 minutes
Episodes
158
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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Taimur Discovers the Value of History

Taimur Discovers the Value of History

This week, we dive into the world of history, why it matters, how it shapes our understanding of society, and why ignoring it can be a mistake. Taimur shares how he went from not caring much about hi…

00:51:15  |   Wed 05 Mar 2025
Dad Life + Healthy Habits

Dad Life + Healthy Habits

This week, we’re talking about the early stages of parenthood and all the chaos that comes with it. Taimur shares what it’s really like dealing with sleep deprivation, and we chat about why daily wal…

00:46:47  |   Fri 21 Feb 2025
Exploring the Meaning of Work

Exploring the Meaning of Work

In this episode of Not Overthinking, Ali and Taimur sit down with Derek Sivers to explore the journey of entrepreneurship, the concept of 'enough', and the role of money in happiness. Together, they …

01:02:23  |   Thu 16 Jan 2025
The Motivation to Grind

The Motivation to Grind

In this episode of Not Overthinking, Ali and Taimur dive into motivation, ambition, and the search for meaning in work and life. They chat about balancing personal fulfilment with financial success, …

01:09:28  |   Tue 24 Dec 2024
Ali’s having a baby + Taimur sells his company

Ali’s having a baby + Taimur sells his company

In this episode of Not Overthinking, we discuss our morning routines, the excitement surrounding new book releases, and significant life updates, including Ali's upcoming fatherhood. We delve into th…

01:02:03  |   Wed 11 Dec 2024
Exclusive: Taimur Becomes a Father

Exclusive: Taimur Becomes a Father

In this episode of Not Overthinking, Taimur shares his recent experience of becoming a father, discussing the challenges and joys of the early days of parenting. He reflects on his role as a husband …

01:15:46  |   Tue 22 Oct 2024
Lost in Ideology with Prof. Jason Blakely - Not Overthinking 🎙️

Lost in Ideology with Prof. Jason Blakely - Not Overthinking 🎙️

In this episode of "Not Overthinking," Taimur and Professor Jason Blakely dive into what ideology means and why it’s a big part of modern life. They talk about the limits of data in politics and how …

01:42:56  |   Fri 04 Oct 2024
Productivity Guilt and Hustle Culture - Not Overthinking

Productivity Guilt and Hustle Culture - Not Overthinking

In this episode of "Not Overthinking," together with Mags, we explore the complexities of work-life balance, the pressures of productivity, and the cultural narratives surrounding success. We discuss…

00:51:59  |   Thu 26 Sep 2024
Marriage, Burning Man and Life Updates

Marriage, Burning Man and Life Updates

In this episode of "Not Overthinking," we cover a range of recent experiences and future plans. Ali talks about his recent marriage, honeymoon in Costa Rica, and his time at Burning Man, where he lea…

01:00:23  |   Tue 10 Sep 2024
Slop for the Algorithm - a Walking Podcast

Slop for the Algorithm - a Walking Podcast

In this episode, Taim and I discuss health updates, workout plans, protein tracking, the impact of my book, creating original content, and the challenges of tailoring content to algorithms. We also t…

01:01:00  |   Wed 07 Aug 2024
The Correct Way to be Human

The Correct Way to be Human

In this episode, we explore the insights from a DEXA scan, the benefits of walking, and the development of VoicePal software. Ali talks about tweaking his exercise routine and diet, while Taimur shar…

01:26:42  |   Fri 26 Jul 2024
Decoding Political Science and Ideology with Jason Blakely

Decoding Political Science and Ideology with Jason Blakely

In this episode, we chat with Jason Blakely, an associate professor of political science, discussing a range of topics related to political science, ideology, and the role of science in society. Jaso…

01:34:33  |   Sat 03 Feb 2024
Navigating Work During Illness

Navigating Work During Illness

Summary


In this episode, Ali and Taimur delve into a range of personal and professional topics. Taimur shares his recent experience with contracting COVID-19 for the first time, discussing the physica…

00:51:37  |   Mon 22 Jan 2024
Taimur's New Startup Idea

Taimur's New Startup Idea

Summary

In this episode, Ali and Taimur catch up and discuss various topics. They introduce a calendar widget that allows users to provide feedback on meetings. They also discuss the value of experien…

00:55:53  |   Mon 25 Dec 2023
Catching Up and Talking Podcasts

Catching Up and Talking Podcasts

In this episode, we talk about other podcasts and the future of the Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal podcast. Enjoy xx

00:57:23  |   Mon 18 Dec 2023
Why did we stop posting?

Why did we stop posting?

In this episode, we talk about the last five-or-so months of not posting any podcast episodes. Enjoy xx

01:04:48  |   Mon 12 Jun 2023
What does Taimur actually do?

What does Taimur actually do?

In this episode, we catch up (and firmly put all the book highlight reading behind us). Merry Christmas! Enjoy xx
00:47:46  |   Sun 25 Dec 2022
Why Love Hurts - Part 3

Why Love Hurts - Part 3

In this episode, we carry on our discussion of the book 'Why Love Hurts' once more. Enjoy xx
00:24:37  |   Sun 18 Dec 2022
Why Love Hurts - Part 2

Why Love Hurts - Part 2

In this episode, we continue our discussion of the book “Why Love Hurts” by Eva Illouz. Enjoy xx
00:49:29  |   Sun 11 Dec 2022
Why Love Hurts - An Introduction

Why Love Hurts - An Introduction

In this episode, we discuss a few highlights from “Why Love Hurts” - a book which argues that our relationships go wrong due to 'institutional forces', rather than our dysfunctional childhoods or our…
00:23:40  |   Sun 04 Dec 2022
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