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The Blurb Effect

The Blurb Effect

Written by: Prakash
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 The Blurb Effect refers to the power of a book’s key ideas to spark deep reflection and personal growth. While a blurb gives a glimpse into a book, this podcast goes beyond the surface—unpacking insights, lessons, and real-world applications from each read.Each episode will explore a book’s core message, breaking it down into actionable takeaways that listeners can apply in their lives. Whether it’s mindset shifts, productivity hacks, or life-changing philosophies, The Blurb Effect is where books meet transformation.Prakash Kannan 2025 Art
Episodes
  • And the Lion Died | Why 1 mistake outlives 1000 successes

    And the Lion Died | Why 1 mistake outlives 1000 successes
    Jan 4 2026

    Why do we forget a thousand successes but obsess over one failure?

    In this episode of TheBlurbEffect, I share how a simple team game—and a dead lion—revealed a brutal truth: Goodness is an expectation, but a mistake is an event.

    Explore the "Dead Lion Theory" and why your "glitches" have a longer shelf life than your greatness. We can't always rewrite the past, especially when the world is only waiting for the fall.
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    5 mins
  • What If That Time Never Comes? | A Life Lesson from When Breath Becomes Air

    What If That Time Never Comes? | A Life Lesson from When Breath Becomes Air
    Apr 9 2025

    We think we have time—until we don’t. In this episode of The Blurb Effect, we explore When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi, a neurosurgeon faced with a terminal diagnosis at 36. This isn’t just a story about dying—it’s about living with meaning, purpose, and urgency. Are you living… or just waiting? NOW or NEVER. Tune in and reflect.
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    11 mins
  • Which Idiot are you dealing with? Surrounded by Idiots

    Which Idiot are you dealing with? Surrounded by Idiots
    Mar 14 2025

    Ever wondered why some conversations feel like hitting a wall while others flow effortlessly? In this episode of The Blurb Effect, we dive into Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson and explore the four personality types—Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow. Discover how each personality thinks, reacts, and communicates, and learn how to navigate these differences for better relationships
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    8 mins
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