Johann Hari on Stolen Focus and Reclaiming Attention

After watching the Channel 4 documentary Swiped: The School That Banned Smartphones and noticing the profound impact of using a dumbphone, I’m revisiting one of my most powerful conversations—my interview with Johann Hari, author of Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention. Johann reveals the deeper reasons so many of us struggle with focus and attention, explaining why this isn’t a personal failing but the result of broader societal forces. From our relationship with digital devices to surveillance capitalism and the loss of childhood freedom, Johann’s insights are eye-opening and essential for anyone seeking to reclaim their focus. I’ve also created a FREE online course to help you beat burnout and find flow, drawing on research and techniques that have profoundly impacted my own life. Available for a limited time - link below. 🔗 Free course on beating burnout and finding flow: https://www.simonmundie.com/beat-burnout-mini-course 📖 Featured guest: Johann Hari, author of Stolen Focus. ⚠️ This episode contains swearing and adult themes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices