Merlin Mann and Dan Benjamin
Hosts of the award-winning podcast Back to Work, which features conversations on productivity, communication, tools, barriers to efficiency, and effective ways of working. Their discussions blend practical workflow advice with cultural commentary.
Last updated: 2026-04-04 22:53
Overview
Merlin Mann and Dan Benjamin are the co-hosts of Back to Work, an award-winning talk show on the Relay FM network. The podcast explores productivity, communication, work barriers, constraints, tools, and the human side of doing meaningful work.
Back to Work Podcast
- Award-winning weekly talk show format
- Topics include productivity systems, communication strategies, workflow optimization
- Discusses both tools and the human psychology behind effective work
- Combines practical advice with humor and cultural commentary
Key Themes
- Inbox management and email processing
- Tool selection and usage philosophy
- Overcoming barriers to productivity
- The relationship between technology and human work habits
- Communication best practices
- Constraints and how they shape productivity
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