Ask Rahul! Books I Read
Claim This Podcastby Rahul Shrivastava
Podcast Overview
<p><b>Books I Read</b> is a reflective podcast where chef and creator Rahul Shrivastava talks through the books that shape his thinking about work, life, food, leadership and creativity. Each episode focuses on one book and one big idea, moving from a quick overview into the stories, lines and questions that stayed with him.</p><p>This is not a summary podcast. Instead, Rahul connects each book to real decisions, habits and challenges—from building a career in food and media, to parenting, productivity and personal growth—so listeners can decide whether to read it and how to apply its ideas. Whether you are a busy professional, a student, or a curious reader looking for your next meaningful read, <b>Books I Read</b> gives you calm conversation, clear takeaways and a gentle push to think deeper.</p>
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Publishing Since
1/4/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 5, 2026
11. Book | Leaders Eat Last | Simon Sinek
Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Leaders Eat Last – Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Do Not Episode Description: Have you ever worked for a leader who made you feel like you would do anything for them — not because you had to, but because you genuinely wanted to? And have you worked for a leader who made you feel like you were constantly watching your back, protecting yourself, just trying to survive the day? In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down Leaders Eat Last by Simon S...
May 29, 2026
10. Book | The Five Dysfunctions of a Team | Patrick Lencioni
Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team – Why Good People on the Same Team Still Fail Each Other Episode Description: Have you ever looked at your leadership team and wondered — we have good people, we have experience, we have the resources, so why are we not performing like one unit? In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni — one of the most important leadership books ever written on why teams break down an...
May 22, 2026
9. Book | Radical Candor | Kim Scott
Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Radical Candor – How to Be Honest Without Being Brutal Episode Description: How many times have you held back feedback because you did not want to hurt someone's feelings? Or watched a leader tear someone down in front of the whole team and call it honesty? In this episode of Books I Read, Rahul breaks down Radical Candor by Kim Scott — a framework used by leadership teams across the world to give feedback that is direct, specific, and deeply human, all at the ...
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- What is Ask Rahul! Books I Read?
<p><b>Books I Read</b> is a reflective podcast where chef and creator Rahul Shrivastava talks through the books that shape his thinking about work, life, food, leadership and creativity. Each episode focuses on one book and one big idea, moving from a quick overview into the stories, lines and questions that stayed with him.</p><p>This is not a summary podcast. Instead, Rahul connects each book to real decisions, habits and challenges—from building a career in food and media, to parenting, productivity and personal growth—so listeners can decide whether to read it and how to apply its ideas. Whether you are a busy professional, a student, or a curious reader looking for your next meaningful read, <b>Books I Read</b> gives you calm conversation, clear takeaways and a gentle push to think deeper.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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