The book this episode covers
Jony Ive
Leander Kahney · Reading rank 43 · in 6 other episodes
The host says he loved the book's discussion of Jony Ive's relationship with his father and how that shaped Ive's design sensibility.
Cross-episode reference · Dedicated episode · Founder theme · Explicit praise · Reread language
Books David recommends along the way
Talent Is the Best Asset Class
Tim Ferriss with Graham Duncan · Watch & Listen · in 1 other episode
David returns to Duncan's Tim Ferriss conversation and applies its test for intimidating talent and distinctive obsession to Jony Ive's design team.
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