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173: Hank Green – State of the Workflow

November 11, 2025 · 1 h 21 min

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Myke talks to Hank Green about how he manages an impossibly full creative life — from YouTube and Crash Course to books, businesses, and Good.Store — using simple tools, structured weeks, selective meetings, delegation, and a constant flow of new ideas.

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Hank Green

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