Beyond the To-Do List is all about productivity and living a wholesome life

👂 Beyond the To-Do List is the go-to podcast for all things work and life productivity. Led by Erik Fisher, the podcast brings on a host of experts and creatives to sit down and explore productivity strategies — what works, what doesn’t, and how to live a fuller life without letting productivity take over.

Is rehashed, generic productivity advice not cutting it for you? The podcast’s expansive roster of episodes offers no shortage of nuanced guidance on maintaining a healthy balance between work and life. From ancient productivity and rest rituals to modern life stresses and the quiet problems at work, the podcast packs research-backed methods and useful firsthand experience into easy, hour-long, monthly episodes — all just a click away.

“The best practice you can do is the practice you can do” — a line from Fisher that stuck with us during an episode about retreat rhythms. Alongside guest biblical scholar and professor John Drury, the episode highlights different paces for different people, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual rest rhythms. Fisher and Drury emphasize finding something that genuinely works for you, not just something that sounds right.

What we liked: An hour-long episode about productivity methods might sound daunting, but, surprisingly, we found it a breeze to get through. The host is lively and just the right amount of talkative, creating easygoing conversations with his guests — it feels more like a couple of friends chatting (with great insight) than a traditional interview format.

The podcast also features shorter “shortcast” episodes in which guests share more condensed advice — perfect when you’re not in the mood for a full-length listen. Productivity guidance is plentiful, but Beyond the To-Do List delivers it in a friendly, low-pressure style — a worthwhile addition to your self-development rotation.

WHERE TO LISTEN- You can tune in on Apple Podcasts | Anghami | Spotify.