A small collection of shows, films, and podcasts that stuck with me—either because they made me think, or because they did something really well.
Shows
- westworld (season 1 only) - A thoughtful exploration of consciousness, control, and the unintended consequences of intelligent machines
- the queen’s gambit - The story of a persevering chess prodigy navigating obsession, talent, and independence
- avatar the last airbender - A masterclass in storytelling and teamwork, wrapped in an animated series
- the twilight zone - A television revolution that used science fiction to critique society
- amazing stories - A classic anthology series driven by imagination and wonder
Movies
- good will hunting - A search for purpose, identity, and what it means to live up to your potential
- the sound of music - Resistance, family, and one of the greatest soundtracks ever written
- forrest gump - A reflection on the American Dream, told through an unlikely lens
- wake up dead man (knives out) - A modern mystery with an unusually thoughtful take on religion and morality
YouTube
- the power of delusional self belief - Why optimism can be a competitive advantage
- three game theory tactics explained - How to minimize your maximum loss
- the art of faking it - “Fake it till you make it,” explained more honestly
- the importance of real things - Why ownership matters in an increasingly digital world
Podcasts
- lore - An exploration of history’s strangest (and often darkest) tales
- this american life - Remarkable stories about ordinary—and not so ordinary—people
- you don’t know peanuts - Deep dives into why everyone still loves Snoopy