Best Anthony Metivier Podcasts (2025)

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How to Memorize Anything Fast 20:10

8h ago20:10

20:10

Want to memorize things faster? These 5 science-backed tips help students, professionals, and lifelong learners recall information with ease.

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Always Forgetting Where You Put Things? Try These 5 Proven Fixes 16:05

4d ago16:05

16:05

If you want to know how to remember where you put something, you need expert advice. Use these simple steps to find things fast. Want the free Object Recall Cheat Sheet to guide you step-by-step anytime something disappears? Grab it here: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/orcs

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7 Lessons in Learning from Thomas Jefferson's Polymath Lifestyle 36:04

6d ago36:04

36:04

Learn how Thomas Jefferson mastered diverse fields. You can quickly master these 7 timeless learning strategies from his polymath lifestyle.

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189. Maximise Knowledge Retention With Expert Flashcard Training [FMC 4b] 31:52

7d ago31:52

31:52

Top tips and tricks to get the most out of your flashcard training (testing) time, to accelerate your learning and maximise your knowledge retention. Resources mentioned today: >> Work with me 1-on-1: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching >> VIP supporters' club Patreon: https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP >> What to do the day before an exam: https://w…

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Talking about Dark Retreat, with Andrew Holecek 1:24:04

8d ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Host Michael Taft speaks with Andrew Holecek about the transformative practice of Dark Retreat, how the mind “falls into itself,” light as obfuscator, the revelation of the construction of reality, the power—and very real dangers—of Dark Retreat, ways to begin the practice of Dark Retreat, nondual view, Andrew’s own journey into this practice, and …

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307: Wisper Flow: The AI Assistant You Didn't Know You Needed 14:40

12d ago14:40

14:40

Wisper Flow is a no-fuss AI-powered dictation tool that helps you put words into documents or emails three times faster than typing. Because it's powered by AI, it can pick up your style and get better over time. Also, it works fabulously with apps like ChatGPT and Perplexity. In this episode, you'll learn exactly how it can streamline your workflo…

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188. Balancing Making and Testing Your Flashcards [FMC Part 4a] 17:47

14d ago17:47

17:47

Part 4a the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: the common trap of making a large set of flashcards without testing them, why we commonly get into this situation, and what to do about it. * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they ca…

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187. Magic Tricks To Make Memorable Flashcards [FMC 3/4] 21:32

21d ago21:32

21:32

Part 3 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges. Bonus material and more on the Exam Study Expert Patreon: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP/ Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want…

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Memory Palace Ideas from Lifelong Learners and World Class Pros 27:42

25d ago27:42

27:42

Discover proven Memory Palace ideas used by lifelong learners. Learn how to choose, build, and optimize your own Memory Palaces today.

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186. Flashcard Fundamentals For Faster Learning [FMC Part 2/4] 27:14

28d ago27:14

27:14

Part 2 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good technique COMING UP: - Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges - Part 4: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard TRAININ…

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Sanity and Sainthood, with Dr. Tucker Peck 44:59

1M ago44:59

44:59

Host Michael Taft speaks with meditation teacher, clinical psychologist, and author Dr. Tucker Peck about the the difference between developing a clear understanding of how your psychology works and feeling just how you want to feel all the time; the importance of focusing on mental process verses mental content, his practical definitions of sanity…

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The #1 Mistake Self-Taught Learners Make (And How to Fix It) 44:09

1M ago44:09

44:09

The key differences between multipotentialite vs polymath will surprise you. Learn what makes them unique and unlock your potential. While avoiding unnecessary lifelong learning mistakes. If you'd like a bonus I've tailor-made for self-learners, check this out: Unlock your potential with my Self-Education Blueprint. It's a powerful, proven framewor…

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306: Revamping Legal Research - The AI Advantage for Solo & Small Firms 15:31

1M ago15:31

15:31

Discover how legal research giants like LexisNexis and Westlaw are being disrupted by low cost AI tools like ChatGPT. Smart solo lawyers are ignoring overpriced AI tools favored by BigLaw in favor of cheaper, more innovative options. Listen to find out which AI-powered legal research options that deliver speed, savings, and simplicity without bloat…

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185. The Science of Learning: Flashcard Mastery Course [Part 1 of 4] 27:20

1M ago27:20

27:20

Welcome to the first in a special four-part audio course on how to learn ultra-effectively by mastering the flashcards, not the only effective study strategy, but my personal favourite and a huge listener favourite among our listeners too. Today: discover the science that underpins the power of the flashcard. Coming up: - Part 2: Flashcard Fundamen…

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184. Why Study Smarter? 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

I'm in philosophical mood today, exploring the big reasons for the Exam Study Expert mission, and exactly what we hope to help you with! Whether you're brand new to the show or a regular listener, I hope you find fresh inspiration and maybe a a few questions clarified in today's audio essay. * * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, ind…

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305: Improve Your Memory using Proven Techniques (with Anthony Metivier) 57:23

2M ago57:23

57:23

In a world where we rely on digital tools to remember things, the ancient art of memory training seems to have been forgotten. Which is a shame because memory training provides many advantages—especially for lawyers who need to retain vast amounts of information. In this episode, memory expert Anthony Metivier explains how to develop extraordinary …

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Do Memory Palaces Work? The Mind-Blowing Science of Learning at Scale 42:07

2M ago42:07

42:07

Do Memory Palaces work? Yes, and scientists know exactly why. Discover the science, the studies and the real people who are learning faster. For the new Mnemonic Devices Starter Kit, please visit: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/mdsk/

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Books On Learning for 2025: Master Skills, Memory & More 37:32

2M ago37:32

37:32

These books on learning will help unlock your full potential. Expert-curated, find the best titles for your goals and start learning today.

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How to Study Effectively: My Best Tips as an A+ Student and Award-Winning Professor 44:19

2M ago44:19

44:19

Want to remember what you study? Listen in as I share my best study tactics for absorbing information for exams effectively and efficiently. Visit the Magnetic Memory Method website for more episodes and the free memory improvement course that helps you master the most important learning technique of them all: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/…

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304: Subscription Pricing for Transactional Lawyers (with Mathew Kerbis) 40:15

2M ago40:15

40:15

Mathew Kerbis transitioned his billable hour practice to one that uses subscription pricing exclusively. Find out how he did this, and how subscription pricing works for transactional lawyers. Also discover how AI is making it work even better. In this episode, you will hear: Transitioning from billable hours to subscription-based legal services In…

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The Flynn Effect & Why Rising IQ Scores Have Started To Decline 27:52

2M ago27:52

27:52

Explore the Flynn Effect and why IQ scores have risen only to decline. Discover the causes of the Reverse Flynn Effect and tips to avoid it. And for memory training that will help you buck the downward trend, visit: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com

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Why Elon Musk is a Polymath & How You Can Become One Too 46:58

2M ago46:58

46:58

Is Elon Musk a polymath? Yes. Explore his genius memory tricks, 3D visualization skills and learn how to unlock your own polymathic mind. Ready for 'Polymath Unleashed'? Get your copy here: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/pmu

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303: From Russia with Passion & Drive - Miami attorney Ilona Anderson 54:11

3M ago54:11

54:11

In this episode you'll meet an attorney named Ilona Anderson who was originally from Russia but came to the U.S. when she was sixteen and pursued her passion for law. You'll learn about her first job working in a big Miami firm, where she handled commercial litigation cases. We discuss the importance of using systems and her interesting take on wha…

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Mnemonic Devices: Top 10 Tools For Boosting Your Memory Fast 53:27

3M ago53:27

53:27

What are mnemonic devices, and how can you use them to remember? This post shows you how, including helpful strategies and mnemonic examples. More resources and video illustrations available here: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/mnemonic-devices/ For your free Mnemonic Devices Starter Kit, please visit: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/mds…

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302: Photographic Memory: A Skill You Didn't Know You Had 33:50

3M ago33:50

33:50

In this episode, you'll learn that you have a photographic memory without knowing it. Just like Baton Rouge attorney Tony Clayton who can remember names and faces instantly, which helps him recall details about jury pool members, even groups of 50 to 75 people. By the end of the episode, you'll understand how to unlock this skill to remember anythi…

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Mini Status Update - What's Happening On The Podcast? 4:44

3M ago4:44

4:44

For regular listeners, a brief update after a couple of unannounced weeks off-air, what happened, and when we'll be back in action (spoiler alert: v. soon!!). Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).By William Wadsworth

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The 8 Step Bible Memorization Plan That Leads to Success 34:53

3M ago34:53

34:53

This detailed Bible memorization plan unlocks your potential. Daily routines, memory techniques and tools to absorb Scripture efficiently. Get additional resources, a helpful infographic and more on the written version of this podcast: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/bible-memorization-plan/

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Awakening, Cessation, and Vulnerability, with Stephen Snyder 49:42

3M ago49:42

49:42

Host Michael Taft speaks with Stephen Snyder Sensei about practicing the Pa Auk jhanas, the importance of vulnerability in finding authentic strength, his two paths for awakening: the Theravada cessation path and the Zen shikantaza path, how to balance psychological work with awakening, seeing the enlightened qualities of anger (and other difficult…

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How to Become an Autodidact: 7 Key Steps 30:30

3M ago30:30

30:30

Discover how to become an autodidact with this step-by-step analysis of how self-taught masters like Da Vinci enjoyed epic achievements.

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301: Stop Losing Billable Hours: How AI Simplifies Time-Keeping & Billing for Lawyers 42:46

3M ago42:46

42:46

Nancy Jeng, co-founder of Billables.ai, reveals how passive time-keeping is changing the game for lawyers—capturing billable hours with zero effort and tailoring entries to your style. Learn how this AI-powered tool integrates seamlessly with Clio, Microsoft, and more, while offering surprising benefits even for lawyers who don’t bill for their tim…

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183. High Stakes Exam Success - with Dr Morgan Taylor 29:39

3M ago29:39

29:39

This week on the show: Top tips for learning for high stakes exams Maintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health 4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bay Advice for prospective / current nursing students Our guest today is Dr Morgan Taylor, an experienced advisor to nursing students. Today's conversation is mainly q…

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How to Memorize Important Names and Dates Quickly 20:19

4M ago20:19

20:19

Learning how to memorize dates to go with names involves a simple trick people have been using for thousands of years. Discover it now.

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182. The Neurodiverse Brain At School - with Christopher Wyatt 40:09

4M ago40:09

40:09

Today, we're talking neurodiversity in education. Whether you're a student with a neurodiverse brain, a parent to one or a teacher to one, today's episode is rich on practical advice to help you navigate the specific challenges you might have in the education system at school and college! My guest today is Christopher Wyatt, a diagnosed Autistic wi…

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How to Improve Memory: 18+ Proven Memory Improvement Tips 1:06:23

4M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

Do you want to know how to improve memory? This ultimate guide delivers 18 actionable techniques to make your memory better. For links to all of my research, here's the full written post: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/how-to-improve-memory/

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300: Leveraging AI by Balancing Critical & Creative Thinking 19:48

4M ago19:48

19:48

Want to harness the power of AI while at the same time minimize risk? Then learn to balance critical and creative thinking as you use AI in your law practice. Listen and get concrete recommendations for making this happen now. In this episode, you will hear: Exploring AI's role in enhancing legal practice for solo and small firm lawyers Balancing c…

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181. REWIND: Maximum Concentration: "Attention Professor" Stefan Van der Stigchel 52:19

4M ago52:19

52:19

How to concentrate on your studies? I’m going to be talking to one of the world’s leading authorities on how to manage your attention, and focus on what really matters to you, Professor Stefan van der Stigchel. We’ll be walking through an entire day of concentration to show you step-by-step what you can do to help maximise your focus, including: “A…

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A Memory Palace Method for Mindfulness: The Missing Ingredient Revealed with Michael Taft 1:06:03

4M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Looking to transform your meditation practice using memory palace techniques? Join in as Michael Taft, host of the Deconstructing Yourself podcast and author of The Mindful Geek, discusses with me ways that ancient memory methods can enhance mindfulness and spiritual growth. You'll learn powerful spaced repetition strategies for mantra meditation t…

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Aghora, Deities, and Devotion with Dr. Robert Svoboda 1:03:00

4M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

Host Michael Taft continues a lively discussion with author and ayurvedic physician Dr. Robert Svoboda about the Aghora method of transmutation, alignment with nature, deity yoga, deities as a co-creation of humans and a cosmic force, the path of knowledge vs. the path of devotion, enjoying the flavor of reality, and the foundational importance of …

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180. Smarter Living for Students: Setting Boundaries and Finding Community 27:13

4M ago27:13

27:13

Today, Nkechi L Ifediora joins us to break down her ABCD principles of smarter living: Assess / acceptance Boundaries Community Decision making Nkechi is a doctor, director, Mum, executive coach, writer and influencer, who's built a large following through her practical and compassionate advice on living smart. Join Nkechi's 50,000+ followers on in…

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299: The Future of Legal Work: What Lawyers Need to Know in 2025 22:09

4M ago22:09

22:09

How can solo attorneys harness AI to stay sharp and competitive? This episode dives into Microsoft’s new report on AI and how it will impact legal research, document review, and client service. Listen and get practical tips and strategies for leveraging AI in 2025—boosting productivity, streamlining work, and sharpening your edge. In this episode, …

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How to Memorize Flashcards Quickly and Permanently 32:17

5M ago32:17

32:17

Learning how to memorize flashcards fast need only take a minute. These are the best ways to study flashcards at lightning fast speeds.

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298: Thinking Like a Philosopher: Jonny Thomson on Truth, AI, and the Socratic Method 39:14

5M ago39:14

39:14

Oxford philosophy professor Jonny Thomson explains how philosophy sharpens critical thinking, reveals hidden biases, and helps uncover the truth in a messy, complex world. From the Socratic method to the role of testimony and the challenges posed by AI, this episode dives into the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and the modern search for kn…

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179. Finding Balance In The Holidays 12:23

5M ago12:23

12:23

Finding the balance on a vacation or in a holiday season can be tricky. In this episode, you'll learn: All I Want For Christmas is to do the bajillion things I've been meaning to do all term/semester. How to prioritise effectively to avoid panic or disappointment. Don't They Know It's Christmas... and I've got work today? Managing relationships wit…

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How to Teach Yourself: 9 Strategies for Mastering Any Skill or Topic 1:01:52

5M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Learning how to teach yourself is surprisingly easy. The trick is to use these tips so you can absorb and recall information effectively.

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178. 10 Questions About Studying - LIVE With William 27:54

5M ago27:54

27:54

A year-end special: ask me anything about how to study, I'm answering your questions about learning, study habits and more. Today's questions include: Tips for maths and numerical subjects (1:45) How to improve when you're struggling (6:40) How to deal with a "bad teacher" (11:10) How to study at the last minute, and prioritise when time is limited…

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