How to Win at College
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by Cal Newport · 2005
A practical guide to succeeding in college, based on interviews with high-achieving students from universities across the United States. Cal Newport presents strategies for earning strong grades, choosing meaningful activities, building a compelling résumé, accessing post-college opportunities, and maintaining a balanced life.
2 episodes featuring How to Win at College
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Cal Newport shifts AI debate toward harms already here
The episode argues that emotional dependence, misinformation, and child exposure to chatbots demand more immediate scrutiny than hypothetical superintelligence.
Sep 28, 2026 · 1h 19m
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Cal Newport replaces his Deep Life Stack with a flexible map
The episode reframes purposeful living as an adaptable system for aligning values, capability, attention, and control over time.
Aug 31, 2026 · 1h 20m