Kiran Brahma

Audio books for Thinking: Understand First, Remember Forever

Audio books for Thinking: Understand First, Remember Forever
I have always struggled with recalling books I read into long term memory. This podcast is my attempt to transforms books I have read into a two-step learning experience. On the basis of notes or highlights and with aid of AI, I generate 2 episode for the book. The first provides me a with a calm, audiobook-style explanation designed to build real understanding, followed by a separate active-recall format that helps convert that understanding into long-term memory.
The focus is not summaries or shortcuts, but clarity—how ideas actually work, why they matter, and how they apply in real situations. This playlist is meant for listeners who want to think better, not just consume more content.

Please Note:
1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts)
2:
I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes
3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

I always recommend reading the book and will share details of the book in the description under each episode

Episodes (10)

How Big Things Get Done - Book Summary #booksummary #projectmanagement
Episode 1 Jan 21, 2026

How Big Things Get Done - Book Summary #booksummary #projectmanagement

This video presents a structured, audiobook-style explanation of key ideas from the book "How Big Things Get Done", interpreted and explained in original language. The goal is understanding—how the ideas work, why they matter, and how they connect in practice. This is not a reading, summary, or replacement for the book. It is a learning aid designed to help listeners build clarity before applying the ideas or revisiting the original work. Based on themes and concepts from the book by its original author(s). If you find the ideas useful, consider reading the full book for complete context and depth Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4bagQHQ Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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How Big Things Get Done - Learning Recall
Episode 2 Jan 21, 2026

How Big Things Get Done - Learning Recall

This video is designed for active recall and long-term learning. It follows a pause-based format that encourages listeners to think through each question before hearing the answer. The content is derived from key ideas from the book "How Big Things Get Done", reformulated into original questions and explanations to support learning and retention. It does not quote or reproduce the book and is not intended as a substitute for the original work. For best results, listen to the accompanying audiobook-style explanation first (https://youtu.be/1NEdOGMNwS8), then use this video to reinforce understanding through recall. Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4bagQHQ Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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To sell is Human - Daniel Pink - Book Summary#booksummary #sales
Episode 3 Jan 21, 2026

To sell is Human - Daniel Pink - Book Summary#booksummary #sales

This video presents a structured, audiobook-style explanation of key ideas from the book "To Sell is Human, interpreted and explained in original language. The goal is understanding—how the ideas work, why they matter, and how they connect in practice. This is not a reading, summary, or replacement for the book. It is a learning aid designed to help listeners build clarity before applying the ideas or revisiting the original work. Based on themes and concepts from the book by its original author(s). If you find the ideas useful, consider reading the full book for complete context and depth Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4sVOCHi Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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To sell is Human   Daniel Pink   Recall #booksummary #sales
Episode 4 Jan 21, 2026

To sell is Human Daniel Pink Recall #booksummary #sales

This video is designed for active recall and long-term learning. It follows a pause-based format that encourages listeners to think through each question before hearing the answer. The content is derived from key ideas from the book "To Sell is Human by Daniel Pink", reformulated into original questions and explanations to support learning and retention. It does not quote or reproduce the book and is not intended as a substitute for the original work. For best results, listen to the accompanying audiobook-style explanation first (https://youtu.be/twIS6Wfmoq4), then use this video to reinforce understanding through recall. Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4sVOCHi Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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How to Win Friends and Influence People - Book Summary #booksummary#learning #development
Episode 5 Jan 22, 2026

How to Win Friends and Influence People - Book Summary #booksummary#learning #development

This video presents a structured, audiobook-style explanation of key ideas from the book "How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie", interpreted and explained in simple language. The goal is understanding—how the ideas work, why they matter, and how they connect in practice. This is not a reading, summary, or replacement for the book. It is a learning aid designed to help listeners build clarity before applying the ideas or revisiting the original work. Based on themes and concepts from the book by its original author(s). If you find the ideas useful, consider reading the full book for complete context and depth Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4b7CnAT Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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How to Win Friends and Influence People - Active Recall#booklearning
Episode 6 Jan 22, 2026

How to Win Friends and Influence People - Active Recall#booklearning

This video is designed for active recall and long-term learning. It follows a pause-based format that encourages listeners to think through each question before hearing the answer. The content is derived from key ideas from the book "How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie", reformulated into original questions and explanations to support learning and retention. It does not quote or reproduce the book and is not intended as a substitute for the original work. For best results, listen to the accompanying audiobook-style explanation first (https://youtube.com/shorts/w4oMzRQuQJg), then use this video to reinforce understanding through recall. Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4b7CnAT Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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A More Beautiful Question - Book Summary
Episode 7 Jan 27, 2026

A More Beautiful Question - Book Summary

This video presents a structured, audiobook-style explanation of key ideas from the book "A More Beautiful Question", interpreted and explained in original language. The goal is understanding—how the ideas work, why they matter, and how they connect in practice. This is not a reading, summary, or replacement for the book. It is a learning aid designed to help listeners build clarity before applying the ideas or revisiting the original work. Based on themes and concepts from the book by its original author(s). If you find the ideas useful, consider reading the full book for complete context and depth Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4rf2xX0 Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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A More Beautiful Question- Key Concepts Recall
Episode 8 Jan 27, 2026

A More Beautiful Question- Key Concepts Recall

This video is designed for active recall and long-term learning. It follows a question based format that encourages listeners to think through each question before hearing the answer. The content is derived from key ideas from the book "A More Beautiful Question", reformulated into original questions and explanations to support learning and retention. It does not quote or reproduce the book and is not intended as a substitute for the original work. For best results, listen to the accompanying audiobook-style explanation first ( • A More Beautiful Question - Book Summary ), then use this video to reinforce understanding through recall. Link to the book: https://amzn.to/4rf2xX0 Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-po...) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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Right Kind of Wrong  - Amy Edmondson (Book Summary)
Episode 9 Feb 4, 2026

Right Kind of Wrong - Amy Edmondson (Book Summary)

This video presents a structured, audiobook-style explanation of key ideas from the book "The Right Kind of Wrong", interpreted and explained in original language. The goal is understanding—how the ideas work, why they matter, and how they connect in practice. This is not a reading, summary, or replacement for the book. It is a learning aid designed to help listeners build clarity before applying the ideas or revisiting the original work. Based on themes and concepts from the book by its original author(s). If you find the ideas useful, consider reading the full book for complete context and depth Link to the book: https://amzn.to/46uqOAm Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-pocket-tts) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

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The Right Kind of Wrong  - Active Recall
Episode 10 Feb 4, 2026

The Right Kind of Wrong - Active Recall

This video is designed for active recall and long-term learning. It follows a question based format that encourages listeners to think through each question before hearing the answer. The content is derived from key ideas from the book "A More Beautiful Question", reformulated into original questions and explanations to support learning and retention. It does not quote or reproduce the book and is not intended as a substitute for the original work. For best results, listen to the accompanying audiobook-style explanation first (https://youtu.be/pulh6mJUZV4), then use this video to reinforce understanding through recall. Link to the book: https://amzn.to/46uqOAm Please Note: 1: The Voice is AI generated and I am using Pocket TTS to generate the audio and may not sound perfect (https://kyutai.org/blog/2026-01-13-po...) 2: I use Adobe Podcast to create the Videogram for both the Episodes 3: I use Gemini or ChatGPT to generate the transcript for both the videos based on a specific prompt based on what adds value. I then read the entire response and make edits where necessary

Watch Episode →
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