Best Getting Things Done Gtd Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 328: GTD List Manager with Emacs 55:55

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21m ago55:55

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You may have heard of a text editor called Emacs, which has been around for a long time. This is your chance to hear how Matt has used it to create a GTD list manager. He talks about how he got into GTD, and goes into plenty of detail about the system he has developed, through many iterations, using Emacs. You can watch the entire conversation from…

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How to Stay Productive When Life Feels Like a Storm 11:42

4h ago11:42

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When life feels like it’s coming at you from all directions – work pressures, personal challenges, even health or financial stress – how do you keep moving forward without losing yourself in the chaos? In this encore episode, you’ll learn the small but powerful steps that can make all the difference. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning in the …

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How to Stay Productive When Life Feels Like a Storm 11:42

2h ago11:42

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When life feels like it’s coming at you from all directions – work pressures, personal challenges, even health or financial stress – how do you keep moving forward without losing yourself in the chaos? In this encore episode, you’ll learn the small but powerful steps that can make all the difference. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning in the …

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Neil Ghosh Talks About Doing More Good and Building Legacy 38:38

3d ago38:38

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I had the chance to sit down with Neil Ghosh, a seasoned executive whose work has spanned the nonprofit, government, philanthropic, and private sectors. He’s also the author of Do More Good: Inspiring Lessons from Extraordinary People, a book filled with stories of leaders, visionaries, and everyday people who embody the power of empathy, courage, …

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Who’s In Your Five? (And Why It Matters) (TPS578) 56:42

4d ago56:42

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Who’s shaping the way you think, act, and grow? We’ve all heard the saying that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with, but few of us stop to consider what that really means for our goals, habits, and future. In this encore episode, we’ll explore how your circle directly influences your time, energy, and attention, and w…

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Who’s In Your Five? (And Why It Matters) (TPS578) 56:42

6m ago56:42

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Who’s shaping the way you think, act, and grow? We’ve all heard the saying that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with, but few of us stop to consider what that really means for our goals, habits, and future. In this encore episode, we’ll explore how your circle directly influences your time, energy, and attention, and w…

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Who’s In Your Five? (And Why It Matters) (TPS578) 56:43

1h ago56:43

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Who’s shaping the way you think, act, and grow? We’ve all heard the saying that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with, but few of us stop to consider what that really means for our goals, habits, and future. In this encore episode, we’ll explore how your circle directly influences your time, energy, and attention, and w…

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10 Minutes to Take Control of Your Day 4:14

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What’s the simplest change you can make to feel more in control, less stressed, and more productive, without overhauling your entire routine? The answer might surprise you: a quick, 10-minute daily check-in. This small but powerful habit helps you cut through the noise, set priorities that actually matter, and stop the endless game of catch-up that…

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10 Minutes to Take Control of Your Day 4:14

6d ago4:14

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What’s the simplest change you can make to feel more in control, less stressed, and more productive, without overhauling your entire routine? The answer might surprise you: a quick, 10-minute daily check-in. This small but powerful habit helps you cut through the noise, set priorities that actually matter, and stop the endless game of catch-up that…

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PM Talks S2E9: Connection 45:16

7d ago45:16

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This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, and Patrick Rhone and I dive into the idea of connection—what it means, how it shows up in unexpected ways, and why it’s such a powerful force in our lives. From sports teams and fandoms to faith, empathy, and even the role AI can play in everyday decisions, we explore how connection shapes…

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Ep. 327: Slice of GTD Life with Bryan 38:55

17m ago38:55

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Bryan has been at the GTD game for years. He talks about his journey from early implementation to refinement over time. He also shows his tool of choice in generous detail. An avid practitioner of Getting Things Done, Bryan is also an Atlassian Certified Expert, SAFe Practice Consultant, and ITIL Strategist.…

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How to Make Time for Hobbies (Even When You’re Busy) (TPS577) 42:47

5d ago42:47

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Feeling like you never have time for your hobbies? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into practical strategies for busy professionals to reclaim their personal time. Discover the crucial mindset shift from “finding” to “making” time, learn tactical approaches like weekly planning and calendar triage, and explore how to design your lifestyle fo…

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How to Make Time for Hobbies (Even When You’re Busy) (TPS577) 42:47

19h ago42:47

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Feeling like you never have time for your hobbies? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into practical strategies for busy professionals to reclaim their personal time. Discover the crucial mindset shift from “finding” to “making” time, learn tactical approaches like weekly planning and calendar triage, and explore how to design your lifestyle fo…

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How to Make Time for Hobbies (Even When You're Busy) (TPS577) 42:47

1d ago42:47

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Feeling like you never have time for your hobbies? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into practical strategies for busy professionals to reclaim their personal time. Discover the crucial mindset shift from “finding” to “making” time, learn tactical approaches like weekly planning and calendar triage, and explore how to design your lifestyle fo…

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Daily Targets: Simple Steps to Skyrocket Focus 3:09

6d ago3:09

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How many times have you wrapped up a workday feeling busy, yet unsure if you actually achieved anything that mattered? That nagging feeling of motion without progress is more common than you think, but it doesn’t have to be. The key lies in focusing on one simple yet powerful idea: your Daily Target. In this encore episode, you’ll discover how choo…

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Daily Targets: Simple Steps to Skyrocket Focus 3:09

6d ago3:09

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How many times have you wrapped up a workday feeling busy, yet unsure if you actually achieved anything that mattered? That nagging feeling of motion without progress is more common than you think, but it doesn’t have to be. The key lies in focusing on one simple yet powerful idea: your Daily Target. In this encore episode, you’ll discover how choo…

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Chris Ducker Talks About Long Haul Leadership and Lasting Success 41:37

14d ago41:37

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Chris Ducker—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and longtime friend—to talk about his latest book, The Long Haul Leader: 10 Strategies to Work Smarter, Live Better, and Achieve Lasting Success. Chris has spent over two decades building, buying, and selling businesses, while mentori…

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Ep. 326: Complete Projects Inventory 1:05:17

6d ago1:05:17

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This webinar recording will assist you in developing a current, complete, accurate, and clear inventory of all your projects -- the outcomes you are committed to finish within the next 12 months. To watch the entire webinar from July 2025, please visit GTD Connect. -- This audio is one of many available at GTD Connect, a learning space and communit…

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The Art of Balancing Short-Term Wins and Long-Term Productivity (TPS576) 40:00

8d ago40:00

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Are you constantly chasing quick productivity hacks, only to find yourself burned out or back where you started? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into the essential art of balancing immediate productivity wins with sustainable, long-term strategies that actually work. Discover how investing in quality tools, embracing consistency over constan…

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The Art of Balancing Short-Term Wins and Long-Term Productivity (TPS576) 40:00

8d ago40:00

40:00

Are you constantly chasing quick productivity hacks, only to find yourself burned out or back where you started? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into the essential art of balancing immediate productivity wins with sustainable, long-term strategies that actually work. Discover how investing in quality tools, embracing consistency over constan…

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The Art of Balancing Short-Term Wins and Long-Term Productivity (TPS576) 40:01

8d ago40:01

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Are you constantly chasing quick productivity hacks, only to find yourself burned out or back where you started? In this episode, Thanh and Brooks dive into the essential art of balancing immediate productivity wins with sustainable, long-term strategies that actually work. Discover how investing in quality tools, embracing consistency over constan…

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127. Listener questions #17: Context lists, capturing vs clarifying vs doing 44:34

21d ago44:34

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It's time for another listener questions episode!In this episode, Morten and Lars provide answers to questions from listener Kei, who asked about:- Adjusting context lists- How to avoid getting caught in the latest and loudest- Why not clarify when you capture..and more! We hope that this helps you in your 'GTD journey' and thank you so much to Kei…

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Build Your Productivity Foundation With the 3 Essentials 7:51

13d ago7:51

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What’s the quickest way to cut through the noise of thousands of productivity apps and actually get results? Instead of juggling endless tools, there are just three essentials you need to build a rock-solid foundation for getting things done. Master these, and you’ll instantly be ahead of the curve. In this encore episode, you’ll discover which thr…

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Build Your Productivity Foundation With the 3 Essentials 7:51

24d ago7:51

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What’s the quickest way to cut through the noise of thousands of productivity apps and actually get results? Instead of juggling endless tools, there are just three essentials you need to build a rock-solid foundation for getting things done. Master these, and you’ll instantly be ahead of the curve. In this encore episode, you’ll discover which thr…

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Ben Amos Talks About Video Strategy and Storytelling 1:07:29

21d ago1:07:29

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I welcome Ben Amos—video strategist, producer, international speaker, and author of Engage: The Definitive Guide to Video Strategy for Business. Ben has helped brands and entrepreneurs around the globe cut through the noise and connect with their audiences through intentional video. We dig into why stra…

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Build Your Productivity Foundation With the 3 Essentials 7:52

20d ago7:52

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What’s the quickest way to cut through the noise of thousands of productivity apps and actually get results? Instead of juggling endless tools, there are just three essentials you need to build a rock-solid foundation for getting things done. Master these, and you’ll instantly be ahead of the curve. In this encore episode, you’ll discover which thr…

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5 Tips to Master the 12 Week Year (TPS575) 38:55

25d ago38:55

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Does this sound familiar? You set big goals with the best of intentions, only to find yourself months later wondering why so little has actually moved forward. The truth is, the problem usually isn’t your planning–it’s your execution. That’s where the 12 Week Year framework comes in. By shrinking your focus from twelve months to just twelve weeks, …

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5 Tips to Master the 12 Week Year (TPS575) 38:55

15d ago38:55

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Does this sound familiar? You set big goals with the best of intentions, only to find yourself months later wondering why so little has actually moved forward. The truth is, the problem usually isn’t your planning–it’s your execution. That’s where the 12 Week Year framework comes in. By shrinking your focus from twelve months to just twelve weeks, …

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Why Most People Fail at GTD (And How to Fix It) 5:35

20d ago5:35

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Why does the “weekly review” trip up even the most dedicated productivity enthusiasts? You capture tasks, you plan projects, you get things done, yet somehow this one step always slips through the cracks. The truth is, without a consistent review, your system quietly breaks down, leaving you reactive instead of intentional. In this encore episode, …

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Why Most People Fail at GTD (And How to Fix It) 5:35

1M ago5:35

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Why does the “weekly review” trip up even the most dedicated productivity enthusiasts? You capture tasks, you plan projects, you get things done, yet somehow this one step always slips through the cracks. The truth is, without a consistent review, your system quietly breaks down, leaving you reactive instead of intentional. In this encore episode, …

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Why Most People Fail at GTD (And How to Fix It) 5:36

20d ago5:36

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Why does the “weekly review” trip up even the most dedicated productivity enthusiasts? You capture tasks, you plan projects, you get things done, yet somehow this one step always slips through the cracks. The truth is, without a consistent review, your system quietly breaks down, leaving you reactive instead of intentional. In this encore episode, …

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Michael Timms Talks About Inspiring Accountability Without Blame 38:31

28d ago38:31

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Michael Timms—TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, and author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability. This conversation is a part of our ongoing exploration into the habits that drive not just productivity, but the kind of leadership that inspires lasting impact. Michael unpacks how a…

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Ep. 324: Slice of GTD Life with Pascal Reischl 34:13

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Pascal Reischl is a certified GTD trainer in Austria. He will tell you that he has always been interested in technology. Naturally our discussion about his journey with GTD involves plenty of tech talk. But especially when working with people who are new to GTD, he doesn't push for feature-laden applications. Instead, he says "Start with what you a…

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20 Tweaks A Week (TPS574) 54:50

22d ago54:50

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Discover how small, consistent changes can lead to significant improvements in your productivity, efficiency, and free time. In this episode, Thanh and Brooks share 20 practical examples of “one tweak a week” strategies, covering everything from adopting new tools and optimizing habits to leveraging AI prompts. Learn how simple shifts can eliminate…

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20 Tweaks A Week (TPS574) 54:50

1M ago54:50

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Discover how small, consistent changes can lead to significant improvements in your productivity, efficiency, and free time. In this episode, Thanh and Brooks share 20 practical examples of “one tweak a week” strategies, covering everything from adopting new tools and optimizing habits to leveraging AI prompts. Learn how simple shifts can eliminate…