ScribdChat - Episode 2: Adam Rogers on the Science of Booze

Episode 2: Adam Rogers on the Science of Booze

12/26/17 • 48 min

In this episode of ScribdChat, Wired editor Adam Rogers joins us to discuss his book, “Proof: The Science of Booze,” which spans fermentation, malting, distillation, aging, and (of course) drinking. You’ll hear Adam’s recommendations for what to order at a bar, you’ll learn what the “bar moment” is, and you’ll find out why sommelier’s don't actually smell or taste wine much better than the average person.

You can read “Proof: The Science of Booze” on Scribd. And if you’re not yet a Scribd member, you can read free for 30 days by downloading the Scribd app or visiting www.scribd.com.

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Episode 1: Tim Ferriss on Mentors, Saying No, and Managing Time

Scribd CEO Trip Adler speaks with Tim Ferriss about his new book, “Tribe of Mentors.”

Tim Ferriss has been named one of Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Business People” and Forbes Magazine’s “Names You Need to Know,” and best-selling author of “The 4-Hour Body.” He’s also the host of The Tim Ferriss Show, a podcast that is often ranked as the No. 1 business podcast on iTunes.

In “Tribe of Mentors,” Tim shares a collection of advice from more than 100 of the world’s best mentors. From world-famous entrepreneurs to top-performing athletes, from musicians and actors to writers and billionaire investors, the advice collected in “Tribe of Mentors” can help you achieve almost any goal.

In this episode of ScribdChat, you’ll hear Tim talk about the best advice he’s ever received, his personal advice on how to say “no,” and why he made the decision to move from San Francisco to Austin, Texas.

For a limited time, you can read “Tribe of Mentors” on Scribd. You can also find it at tribeofmentors.com and wherever books are sold. And if you’re not yet a Scribd member, you can read free for 30 days by downloading the Scribd app or visiting www.scribd.com.

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Episode 3: Gretchen Rubin on The Four Tendencies, Work-Life Balance, and Managing Expectations

Gretchen Rubin, the author of several bestselling books including “Better Than Before,” “The Happiness Project,” and “Happier at Home,” discusses her latest book, “The Four Tendencies,” which explores the many different ways in which is a groundbreaking analysis of personality type, focused primarily on how we respond to expectations, and it is as interesting as it is practical. Check it out to learn whether you’re an Obliger, Upholder, Questioner, or Rebel.

In today’s episode, Rubin discusses her latest book with author Chip Heath, who, along with his brother Dan, is the author of several popular books including his latest, “The Power of Moments.” The book delves into many of the mysteries that most humans experience, including the things we remember as the best or worst moments of our lives, why we feel most comfortable when things are safe, but most alive when things aren't, and why many of our happiest memories are from our youth.

Together, Rubin and Heath engage in a fascinating discussion about managing expectations, creating a work life balance, and discovering the Obliger, Upholder, Questioner, or Rebel within.

You can read both Rubin’s “The Four Tendencies” and Heath’s “The Power of Moments” on Scribd.