Talent Won’t Save You | Grant Williams and Craig Pearce on Luck, Timing, and Publishing скачать в хорошем качестве

Talent Won’t Save You | Grant Williams and Craig Pearce on Luck, Timing, and Publishing

In this episode of Just Press Record, Matt Zeigler brings together two brilliant minds—Grant Williams, renowned author and podcaster, and Craig Pearce, publisher at Pan Macmillan/Harriman House—for a conversation full of humor, insight, and heart. From childhood memories and music that shaped them, to deep reflections on leadership, books, publishing, and the unpredictability of success, this dialogue offers wisdom on culture, values, and the art of meaningful work. Whether you’re here for snooker stories, James Bond nostalgia, or lessons on how great leaders pass down values, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. Topics covered in this episode: The values their fathers passed down and the role of great leaders Early influences: favorite childhood books, movies, and music How parents shape kids’ musical and cultural tastes The magic of books and their role in lifelong learning The challenges and realities of modern publishing Why luck, talent, and timing drive cultural hits The difference between good leadership and bad actors Reflections on integrity, politics, and the legacy of leaders The enduring joy of sport, snooker, and football Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro and why Craig Pearce meets Grant Williams 00:39 – Childhood influences: books, movies, and music 06:00 – Cultural identity and family stories 09:00 – Early passions: James Bond, Elvis Costello, Murakami 15:00 – Present-day obsessions: the Lake District, Fulham FC 20:00 – Snooker talk: the art and skill of the game 25:00 – Why books matter: learning, legacy, and invention 30:00 – The economics and challenges of publishing today 37:00 – The unpredictable nature of cultural success 46:00 – On writing, audience, and creative integrity 51:00 – Leadership, power, and reflections on integrity Watch every Just Press Record ever here:    • Just Press Record   Is your attention span too short for full episodes? Try some shorts here:    • Cultish Creative Shorts   And if the written word is more your thing, sign up for my mailing list and you can grow your network of ideas and people alongside me: https://cultishcreative.com/