Best Getting Things Done (GTD Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 340: Slice of GTD Life with Michael_Keithley 35:20

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Michael Keithley has been focusing on productivity since when paper planners were the only options. He became an early adopter of digital tools, and still has a technology graveyard of PDAs and other electronic productivity tools. For GTD, his first digital tool was Evernote, which he still likes for reference. Later he landed on OmniFocus, and has…

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130. GTD® Tools Check-in 2025 1:13:31

16d ago1:13:31

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In this episode, Morten and Lars give their yearly update on the tools they use in their GTD practices.They'll highlight the changes in their systems over the last years, including:- What's new from a hardware and software perspective- How Morten is liking the new Remarkable and some Apple devices- How Lars is playing with both AI and paper in his …

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Lessons From Our Favorite Productivity Books 12:21

15m ago12:21

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Discover the books that shaped my productivity philosophy and how their core lessons can transform your work and life. From mastering note-taking with the Zettelkasten method to understanding the power of sleep and identifying fake work, this episode shares actionable insights to help you get more done without sacrificing what truly matters. Get No…

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Lessons From Our Favorite Productivity Books 12:21

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Discover the books that shaped my productivity philosophy and how their core lessons can transform your work and life. From mastering note-taking with the Zettelkasten method to understanding the power of sleep and identifying fake work, this episode shares actionable insights to help you get more done without sacrificing what truly matters. Get No…

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PM Talks S2E12: Legacy 41:45

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This episode marks the final PM Talks conversation of the 2025 calendar year, and it’s a fitting one: Patrick and I explore legacy — not as something we engineer, but as something that unfolds in the stories others tell about us. As always, this episode is part of our monthly PM Talks series, and it might be the most reflective note we’ve ended on …

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Automate Your Day: Small Wins for Big Time Savings (TPS590) 45:06

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Feeling overwhelmed by your daily tasks? In this episode, we dive into practical, easy-to-implement automation strategies that will help you win back precious time every single day. Discover how small tweaks, from optimizing your browser to streamlining your morning routine, can lead to massive productivity gains. We’ll share actionable examples an…

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Automate Your Day: Small Wins for Big Time Savings (TPS590) 45:06

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Feeling overwhelmed by your daily tasks? In this episode, we dive into practical, easy-to-implement automation strategies that will help you win back precious time every single day. Discover how small tweaks, from optimizing your browser to streamlining your morning routine, can lead to massive productivity gains. We’ll share actionable examples an…

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Why a Creative Hobby Might Be Your Missing Productivity Tool 8:54

1d ago8:54

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How often do your most productive breakthroughs happen when you’re off the clock? There’s a reason for that. In this episode, you’ll discover why the secret to sharper focus, better problem-solving, and more motivation might actually be found outside your usual workflow. A creative hobby—whether it’s a racket sport, photography, painting, or anythi…

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Why a Creative Hobby Might Be Your Missing Productivity Tool 8:54

7d ago8:54

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How often do your most productive breakthroughs happen when you’re off the clock? There’s a reason for that. In this episode, you’ll discover why the secret to sharper focus, better problem-solving, and more motivation might actually be found outside your usual workflow. A creative hobby—whether it’s a racket sport, photography, painting, or anythi…

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Michael Breus Talks About Sleep, Chronotypes, and the Three Dominoes of Wellness 53:38

11d ago53:38

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Most of us think of sleep as a nightly event. Michael Breus thinks of it as a lifelong pattern—a shifting, evolving chronotype that changes as we age. Every time he joins me, we end up deep in the details of how rest, alertness, and biology shape our days. This conversation was no different. In this episode, Michael and I dig into the core ideas be…

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Ep. 339: The Higher Horizons of Focus 35:08

2d ago35:08

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This is an installation and implementation session on the higher Horizons of Focus. We will spend time exploring if anything has your attention at each of the horizons, and will end with integrating the horizons at the project and next action levels. You can watch this entire webinar from June 2021 on GTD Connect. During the session, there are sect…

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6 Underrated Books Every Productive Person Should Read (TPS589) 52:31

4d ago52:31

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Ever wonder why some books quietly change your life while the big bestsellers barely move the needle? In this episode, we spotlight six underrated reads that never make the productivity “top 10” lists—but absolutely should. These are the books that have shaped how we think, plan, lead, and make decisions, even though they rarely get the attention t…

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6 Underrated Books Every Productive Person Should Read (TPS589) 52:31

7d ago52:31

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Ever wonder why some books quietly change your life while the big bestsellers barely move the needle? In this episode, we spotlight six underrated reads that never make the productivity “top 10” lists—but absolutely should. These are the books that have shaped how we think, plan, lead, and make decisions, even though they rarely get the attention t…

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A Decade of Gratitude 8:09

14d ago8:09

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This week marks a special moment—it’s Thanksgiving, and 10 years of The Productivity Show. In today’s short episode, I just want to say thank you. I’ll share a few reflections from the past decade and what I’m most excited about going forward. Consider this your personal thank-you note for being part of our journey. Life insurance is never cheaper …

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A Decade of Gratitude 8:09

17d ago8:09

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This week marks a special moment—it’s Thanksgiving, and 10 years of The Productivity Show. In today’s short episode, I just want to say thank you. I’ll share a few reflections from the past decade and what I’m most excited about going forward. Consider this your personal thank-you note for being part of our journey. Life insurance is never cheaper …

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Quang X. Pham Talks About Underdogs and Effort That Delivers Results 32:59

18d ago32:59

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Quang X. Pham — entrepreneur, author, and the first American of Vietnamese descent to become a U.S. Marine Corps aviator. Quang’s story is the definition of an underdog’s rise — from a young refugee in America to leading a Nasdaq-listed biotech company. His new book, Underdog Nation: Zer…

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Ep. 338: Justin Hale 47:22

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David Allen talks with GTD trainer Justin Hale about his journey with GTD. Justin notes that the journey includes cultivating self-awareness about our habits. He emphasizes the importance of deliberate practice to change behaviors. More than a set of hacks, he considers GTD to be a complete system. Justin is a trainer with Crucial Learning, as well…

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Productivity Tips for Managers (TPS588) 47:41

19d ago47:41

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Managers and team leaders, this episode is for you! We’re diving deep into actionable strategies to boost your productivity and empower your teams. Learn how to master communication, build high-performing teams, leverage automation, and optimize your personal workflow. We’ll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you get the important…

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Productivity Tips for Managers (TPS588) 47:41

11d ago47:41

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Managers and team leaders, this episode is for you! We’re diving deep into actionable strategies to boost your productivity and empower your teams. Learn how to master communication, build high-performing teams, leverage automation, and optimize your personal workflow. We’ll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you get the important…

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Productivity Tips for Managers (TPS588) 47:42

11d ago47:42

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Managers and team leaders, this episode is for you! We're diving deep into actionable strategies to boost your productivity and empower your teams. Learn how to master communication, build high-performing teams, leverage automation, and optimize your personal workflow. We'll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you get the important…

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Bonus episode: Announcing our LIVE Global Weekly Review - Dec 1 2025 4:42

23d ago4:42

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In this mini episode, Morten and Lars share the details on the upcoming event: Their Global Guided GTD Weekly Review!This even streams live on YouTube and it's of course free to join us. You can find links to sign up below, we really hope to see you there!And as always, we'd love for you to follow or connect with us on LinkedIn! We always like to c…

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The Tiny 20% That Changes Everything: The Hidden Lever Behind Real Productivity 9:37

24d ago9:37

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How is it possible that a small fraction of your tasks is responsible for almost all of your progress? Most people drown in endless to-dos, believing productivity comes from doing more. But the truth is far more straightforward, and far more liberating. In this encore episode, we unpack the 20% of actions that quietly drive 80% of your results, and…

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The Tiny 20% That Changes Everything: The Hidden Lever Behind Real Productivity 9:37

23d ago9:37

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How is it possible that a small fraction of your tasks is responsible for almost all of your progress? Most people drown in endless to-dos, believing productivity comes from doing more. But the truth is far more straightforward, and far more liberating. In this encore episode, we unpack the 20% of actions that quietly drive 80% of your results, and…

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Chris Dalla Riva Talks About Music, Data, and the Stories Behind the Hits 45:44

25d ago45:44

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This episode of A Productive Conversation features Chris Dalla Riva, a musician, data analyst, and Senior Product Manager at Audiomack who bridges the gap between creativity and analytics. Chris joins me to discuss his book Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us About the Biggest Hit Songs and Ourselves. As part of his research, Chris listened t…

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The Tiny 20% That Changes Everything: The Hidden Lever Behind Real Productivity 9:38

16d ago9:38

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How is it possible that a small fraction of your tasks is responsible for almost all of your progress? Most people drown in endless to-dos, believing productivity comes from doing more. But the truth is far more straightforward, and far more liberating. In this encore episode, we unpack the 20% of actions that quietly drive 80% of your results, and…

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Ep. 337: Five Principles of Productivity 50:11

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Creator of the second-best productivity tool for GTD, Eric Mack is grounded in GTD and knowledge management. David Allen and John Forrister recently talked with Eric about his five principles of productivity software design, in the hope that it might inspire future designers to incorporate some of these principles into their applications. You can w…

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The 3-Step Q4 Blueprint to Actually Hit Your Goals (TPS587) 56:00

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Have you noticed how the final quarter of the year has a way of sneaking up on you? Either motivating you to sprint or reminding you of everything you didn’t get done? Q4 is a powerful reset point, and with the right approach, it can become the most satisfying, high-momentum stretch of your entire year. That’s why we’re sharing a simple but surpris…

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The 3-Step Q4 Blueprint to Actually Hit Your Goals (TPS587) 56:00

27d ago56:00

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Have you noticed how the final quarter of the year has a way of sneaking up on you? Either motivating you to sprint or reminding you of everything you didn’t get done? Q4 is a powerful reset point, and with the right approach, it can become the most satisfying, high-momentum stretch of your entire year. That’s why we’re sharing a simple but surpris…

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The 3-Step Q4 Blueprint to Actually Hit Your Goals (TPS587) 56:01

28d ago56:01

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Have you noticed how the final quarter of the year has a way of sneaking up on you? Either motivating you to sprint or reminding you of everything you didn't get done? Q4 is a powerful reset point, and with the right approach, it can become the most satisfying, high-momentum stretch of your entire year. That's why we're sharing a simple but surpris…

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The Flexible Path to Happiness and Productivity 8:56

27d ago8:56

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When life keeps changing, should your productivity system stay the same? In this encore episode, we share how rigid routines can start to hold you back once your priorities evolve — whether that’s starting a new job, building a relationship, or entering a completely new season of life. Discover how to plan with flexibility, stay anchored to your lo…

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The Flexible Path to Happiness and Productivity 8:56

23d ago8:56

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When life keeps changing, should your productivity system stay the same? In this encore episode, we share how rigid routines can start to hold you back once your priorities evolve — whether that’s starting a new job, building a relationship, or entering a completely new season of life. Discover how to plan with flexibility, stay anchored to your lo…

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PM Talks S2E11: Trust 38:55

30d ago38:55

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This latest edition of our monthly PM Talks series dives into a topic that underpins nearly everything we do: trust. From trusting the moment you’re in to trusting the systems you build, Patrick Rhone and I explore how this single word quietly defines the way we live, work, and connect. In this conversation, we move from the personal—trusting ourse…

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Ep. 336: Slice of GTD Life with Prachi 43:28

23d ago43:28

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Prachi has an inspiring success story, based on applying the GTD methodology. She began her studies in engineering, and moved on to create a citizen-led movement to mitigate climate change. She exemplifies the value of externalizing visions, goals, and objectives. In addition to a list of projects, she has a values list that she reviews regularly t…