The book this episode covers
The Operator
Tom King · Reading rank 160 · in 4 other episodes
Host calls the book fascinating for its broad, behind-the-scenes picture of Geffen and the entertainment business.
Dedicated episode · Explicit praise
Books David recommends along the way
Finding the Next Steve Jobs
Nolan Bushnell and Gene Stone · Reading rank 68 · in 11 other episodes
Host says Nolan Bushnell's book contains many useful ideas on creativity and business building and recommends it highly.
Cross-episode reference · Explicit praise · Founder theme
Extreme Ownership
Jocko Willink and Leif Babin · Reading rank 372 · in 3 other episodes
Host cites Extreme Ownership's responsibility framework as a contrast to Geffen's tendency to blame others for failures.
Explicit praise
Also mentioned
Wait But Why
Tim Urban · Reading rank 301 · in 11 other episodes
David cautiously attributes to Tim Urban the idea that spouse and occupation dominate happiness, then uses it to assess David Geffen's life.
Founder theme
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