Cortex
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184: Writing the Newsletter Tech Executives Read, with Ben Thompson
184: Writing the Newsletter Tech Executives Read, with Ben Thompson
About this podcast
Cortex is a show that explores how creative people think about their work — and how they get it done. Each episode dives into the workflows they follow, the apps and devices they depend on, and the habits that keep projects moving. Hosted by CGP Grey and Myke Hurley.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 184 episodes
- 184: Writing the Newsletter Tech Executives Read, with Ben Thompson · 1 h 6 min · Episode 184Myke talks to Ben Thompson about how he writes Stratechery, from deciding what is worth covering to working to a deadline every night, and the workflows he has built to produce…
- 183: Scouting Indie Games for a Living, with Lucy James · 57 min · Episode 183Myke talks to Lucy James about going independent after 12 years at GameSpot, building a newsletter that recommends the best indie games, and announcing it days later on stage at…
- 182: Reporting on the World’s Most Secretive Tech Company, with Mark Gurman · 57 min · Episode 182Myke talks to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg about his workflow for reporting on Apple, building and verifying sources, balancing speed with accuracy, and how publishing a scoop can…
- 181: The Workflow Behind Track Star*, with Jack Coyne · 55 min · Episode 181Myke talks to Jack Coyne about turning the viral hit Track Star* into a media business, growing a creative team without adding complexity, and building new shows while protecting…
- 180: From Instagram Poems to a Bestselling Book, with Loryn Brantz · 1 h 26 min · Episode 180Myke talks to Loryn Brantz – illustrator, poet, and bestselling author – about her journey from Sesame Street and BuzzFeed to becoming an independent creator, how her poems grew…
- 179: The Philosophy of Obsidian, with CEO Steph Ango · 1 h 11 min · Episode 179Myke talks to Steph Ango, CEO of Obsidian, about building tools for thought, working without meetings, managing knowledge with markdown and links, and how a seven-person team…
- 178: The Process of Investigative Reporting, With Jason Schreier · 1 h 1 min · Episode 178Myke talks to Jason Schreier of Bloomberg about the realities of reporting – how stories start, how sources are built, and how he balances fast-moving news with the slower…
- 177: How Major Life Changes Reshape Creative Workflows, With Quinn Nelson · 1 h 13 min · Episode 177Myke talks to Quinn Nelson of Snazzy Labs about adapting a creative workflow after becoming a parent – how major life changes reshape priorities, time, and systems, and how…
- 176: Going From a Newsroom to Being Independent, With Becca Farsace · 54 min · Episode 176Myke talks to Becca Farsace about beginning her life as an independent creator—shaping a new workflow, making videos on her own terms, and carrying lessons from her years at The…
- 175: Technology Connections – State of the Workflow · 1 h 4 min · Episode 175Myke talks to Alec from Technology Connections about how he turns everyday tech into compelling videos, from topic selection and deep research to scripting, hands-on…
- 174: Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) – State of the Workflow · 1 h 21 min · Episode 174Myke talks to Marques Brownlee about how he builds his reviews, from shaping a product narrative and writing scripts to collaborating with his team, deciding what becomes a…
- 173: Hank Green – State of the Workflow · 1 h 20 min · Episode 173Myke talks to Hank Green about how he manages an impossibly full creative life — from YouTube and Crash Course to books, businesses, and Good.Store — using simple tools…
- 172: David Pierce – State of the Workflow · 1 h 29 min · Episode 172Myke talks to The Verge’s David Pierce about the workflow behind his Humane AI Pin review, how he collaborates to make podcasts like The Vergecast, and how his Installer…
- 171: Casey Newton – State of the Workflow · 1 h 23 min · Episode 171Myke talks to Casey Newton about his workflow for running Platformer, from idea capture to writing and publishing, and how he balances reporting with access to some of the most…
- 170: Simone Giertz – State of the Workflow · 1 h 13 min · Episode 170Myke talks to Simone Giertz about her workflow for turning ideas into products, from early sketches and CAD prototypes to manufacturing, launching, and running a product studio…
- 169: John Gruber – State of the Workflow · 1 h 32 min · Episode 169Myke interviews John Gruber of Daring Fireball. They take a deep-dive into how John’s writing takes shape – from capturing ideas and drafting articles to the meticulous editing…
- 168: Austin Evans – State of the Workflow · 1 h 38 min · Episode 168Myke kicks off the new ‘State of the Workflow’ series with YouTuber Austin Evans. They explore the apps, gear, and systems—like dual phones, YouTube Shorts strategies, and…
- 167: Ten Years of Cortex · 1 h 35 min · Episode 167Grey and Myke look back on ten years of the show.
- 166: The Social Network · 1 h 31 min · Episode 166Grey and Myke watch the 2010 biopic 'The Social Network'. They discuss their thoughts on the film, its portrayal of Facebook’s early days, and how it prompted them to reflect on…
- 165: How to Win Friends and Influence People · 1 h 39 min · Episode 165Grey and Myke explore why this foundational self-help and business book remains relevant today, breaking down its core principles on human interaction and influence—and sharing…
