15 great things to read, watch, and listen to if you’re stuck at home or in quarantine
Over the last few months, millions of people have had to self-isolate after testing positive for Covid-19. Of course, while this is important for limiting the spread of the virus, it isn’t much fun to be stuck inside all day.
If you’re isolating and are looking for something to do, there’s often nothing better than a good book, classic film, or entertaining podcast. Here are 15 great things to read, watch, and listen to if you’re stuck at home due to Covid.
Books
- Enough by Paul Armson
Our favourite for clients. Have you ever wondered how much money is really “enough” for you?
Understanding your finances can help you to build your wealth effectively and give you greater confidence that you’ll be able to reach your life goals. Armson’s insightful and jargon-free book offers step-by-step instructions on how to take more control of your money.
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
In the long term, forming good habits and breaking bad ones can be important for building your wealth. Atomic Habits draws on proven ideas from biology, psychology, and neuroscience to explain how to master your behaviour for the better.
We even reference it in another recent article!
- Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
If you want your loved ones to be able to manage their money effectively when they grow up, it’s important for them to have a strong foundation of good financial sense. This is where Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad can help you.
Candid and easy to read, this book offers a wealth of information about a variety of financial topics and can provide useful tips about how to talk to your loved ones about money.
- Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
In this fascinating and insightful book, former FBI kidnap negotiator Chris Voss shares nine useful principles for being more persuasive in your professional and personal life. Whether you’re buying a car, negotiating your salary, or discussing an issue with a partner, this book can help you.
- No Rules Rules by Reed Hasting and Erin Meyer
In just two short decades, Netflix has transformed itself from being just another DVD mail-order service to a family entertainment household name.
No Rules Rules explores some of the innovations and changes that the company has undertaken in recent years, such as their novel methods for boosting productivity. If you’re a business owner, this book is a must-read.
TV shows
In the recently released season 5 of hit US drama Billions, ruthless US attorney Chuck Rhoades returns in his fight against the corrupt billionaire Bobby Axelrod. As the stakes get higher and higher, the game of cat and mouse between the two has never been more tense.
When a money laundering scheme goes awry, financial advisor Marty Byrde is forced to set up an even bigger and more risky operation to avoid the wrath of a Mexican drug cartel. Moving his family to the Ozarks in Missouri, things don’t go to plan as he quickly gets tangled up with local criminals.
This thrilling crime series has won a variety of awards and high praise from critics. With plenty of action and suspense, it’s sure to keep you on the edge of your seat throughout.
In recent years, George R. R. Martin’s fantasy world has captured the public’s imagination with its pitched battles, political intrigue, and deep world-building. If you have some time on your hands, return to Westeros and relieve some of the magic of this multi-award-winning series.
After 15 incredible years, Daniel Craig’s run as the suave British spy has finally come to a close with his latest film No Time to Die. As the world wonders who could replace him, why not take some time to look back over some of the classic films in this series?
If you want to stay active while in isolation, fitness coach, author, and content creator Joe Wicks can help. His YouTube channel, The Body Coach TV, has helped millions of people to exercise from home over the course of the pandemic when gyms were shut, and lockdowns were in place.
Not only can he give you useful tips for about incorporating more exercise into your lifestyle, but he also offers advice about healthy eating too.
Podcasts
- Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway (Apple podcasts and Spotify)
If you’re a business owner, you’ll know how important innovation and change can be to a company. Fresh ideas can bring new ways of looking at things, which is why we thoroughly recommend the Prof G Pod.
Galloway’s witty and informative podcast features a good mix of humour, politics, and business advice. He’s also often joined by other experts to contribute ideas, alternative opinions, and useful insights to help you.
- The Missing Cryptoqueen (BBC Sounds)
In recent years, there has been an explosion of interest in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Of course, with so much money at stake, there have also been many high-profile cases of fraud.
Dr Ruja Ignatova, founder of the cryptocurrency scam OneCoin, won over millions before disappearing with their money. This fascinating podcast explores this story of greed, deceit, and the dangers of following the crowd.
- Pivot (Apple podcasts and Spotify)
Offering sharp and witty insights into the worlds of technology, business, and politics, Pivot can be a great way to stay informed about important world affairs. The two hosts, Recode’s Kara Swisher and NYU professor Scott Galloway, have great chemistry and make even the most difficult topics easy to understand.
- Bad Blood: The Final Chapter (Apple podcasts and Spotify)
The collapse of the blood-testing start-up Theranos was one of the major news events of 2021 with its founder, the self-made billionaire Elizabeth Holmes, being found guilty of defrauding her investors.
This fascinating podcast follows the downfall of the former tech icon and explores the seedy underbelly of Silicon Valley and their “fake-it-till-you-make-it” business culture.
- WeCrashed (Apple podcasts and Spotify)
For a while, the American start-up WeWork looked like it was going to change the world of business forever. Their vision was sold to millions of savvy investors but eventually proved to be just a mirage.
This captivating podcast follows the story of the company’s meteoric rise and eventual fall, featuring entertaining and insightful commentary on how the dream of this multi-billion-dollar company fell apart.