Core Philosophies and Rants (Louis Rossmann)
Episodes
Is All Piracy Equal? Exploring Gray Areas: When Is It REALLY "Stealing" ??
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode presents a nuanced discussion on the topic of piracy, focusing on the circumstances under which Louis believes piracy can be justified. H...
What will you be remembered for?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The video is a personal narrative by Louis, who reflects on his life and career, discussing various jobs he held, including low-paying retail and sale...
That sinking feeling
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The video discusses the emotional reactions people have when they receive phone calls or messages from different individuals. Louis reflects on the va...
CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Louis expresses a strong call to action against unethical business practices by certain factories, specifically targeting Jack Telecom. Louis is outra...
The lower rungs on the economic ladder are gone
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, the Louis discusses the challenges and changes in the repair industry, particularly focusing on the difficulties faced by new entrants ...
Why I don't use Apple products
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses Louis' personal reasons for not using Apple products, emphasizing the frustration with Apple's ecosystem and user inter...
Less anxiety & more productivity through disciplined time management.
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses the importance of time management and discipline in achieving personal and professional success. Louis emphasizes a unique appr...
Rushing is demeaning; how to manage time to avoid stress and be productive.
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses effective time management strategies to enhance productivity and reduce stress in both personal and business life. Louis critic...
Thoughts on dynamic pricing at stores
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The video recounts an experience Rossmann had with dynamic pricing at a bodega in New York City. He met his accountant at a deli and noticed flat-scre...
An important message on investing, confidence, & self-value to wallstreetbets & young gamblers.
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses the pitfalls of risky investment strategies, particularly those involving meme stocks and options trading, which are often purs...
A word on stress management, deescalation, and "the right to fail."
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses the concepts of de-escalation and escalation in handling stress, particularly focusing on the internal feedback loops that peop...
a guide to developing real, lasting confidence
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This video begins with Louis discussing the concept of confidence, particularly how it is often misunderstood. He reflects on his younger years, descr...
An important lesson on self worth and honesty; it's ok to suck
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis, in this video, shares his experiences and insights from tutoring and his past jobs, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's strengt...
You’ll be safe if I don’t pay for your panini
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Louis delves into a topic that diverges from his usual content: dating etiquette, specifically who should pay on the first date. The vi...
I would rather be an A-HOLE than an “Influencer” ; why I have NO RESPECT for these people!
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode details Louis's frustration with the current state of influencer culture on YouTube, particularly focusing on the lack of consumer ad...
How to invest in yourself, and the importance of value.
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Louis discusses the importance of investing in oneself and provides detailed examples from their own experiences. He emphasizes that ...
Focusing on money before respect earns you neither.
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis uses a small claims court scenario to illustrate a broader lesson about customer service and business management. He emphasizes that not all bus...
How to properly reflect on failure.
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses the concept of failure and the crucial differences in how successful and unsuccessful people perceive and handle it. The key di...
Negotiating with yourself to get things done
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode focuses on the concept of turning excuses, which are often seen negatively, into a structured learning environment to achieve success in ...
Creating a curriculum for self learning through excuses.
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses the role of excuses in the learning process, particularly in situations where there are no formal resources like textbooks, cou...
Do you value yourself more than a broken Macbook?
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Louis reflects on his personal experiences and the feedback he received from his audience regarding previous videos on life choices and...
It's not about the money, it's about the respect
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The video focuses on a fundamental principle for anyone in the service industry: it's not about the money, but about respect. Louis emphasizes tha...
Why I dislike people who abuse the "F" word
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis discusses the history and significance of a Dell computer that has been sitting unused for a long time. Louis addresses common misconceptions fr...
How I achieve freedom from the fear of failure
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis discusses the concept of failure and how to handle it, particularly in the context of business and personal growth. Louis begins by explaining t...
Why my old business failed, how to not be a stupid failure like Louis Rossmann
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses Louis appreciation for a high school history teacher, Dr. Yung, who effectively taught history by providing context, analogies,...
Career advancement and the myth of passion and "doing what you love"
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This video addresses the concept of passion in the context of career and professional growth. Louis challenges the common advice to simply "follo...
"Do what you find fun" is bad advice for beginners: the beginning is NOT fun!
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This video discusses the distinction between fun, passion, and motivation, particularly in the context of pursuing a career or mastering a skill. Loui...
If you're going to be the bitch, be the whole bitch! no half bitch allowed here
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The video revolves around Rossman's reflections on life lessons learned from a friend named Dino, a large, tattooed man with a criminal past but a...
Don't live life with an employee's mindset; create life as you want it to be.
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The video discusses the concept of the "Employee Mindset" and its impact on personal and professional life. Louis argues that the Employee M...
A word on manipulation
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The video discusses the topic of manipulation, emphasizing how intelligent and logical people can be more susceptible to manipulation than less intell...
Don’t internalize it.
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the video, Louis discusses the importance of not internalizing external opinions, whether they are positive or negative. He shares personal anecdot...
My problem with the cult of Apple.
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This video revolves around Louis' critique of Apple's business practices and user culture, drawing parallels to historical and personal anecdo...
Beware contracting self-destructive mindsets of self pity and envy
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode addresses a comment Rossmann received, which criticizes him for being "dumb" and for having better resources due to being born ...
The importance of doing something rather than nothing to find your place in the world
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis shares his personal journey, highlighting how he stumbled through various jobs and internships before finding his niche in MacBook component-lev...
Don’t Scream Around Children
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Louis emphasizes that children are acutely aware of their surroundings and the behavior of adults, even if they appear to be distract...
Social Anxiety
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses social anxiety from two main perspectives: perspective and responsibility/projection. Louis uses an analogy of a person walking...
Motivation for rebuilding from rock bottom depression
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis reflects on his struggles with procrastination, depression, and business failures, emphasizing the importance of breaking down overwhelming task...
The biggest lies we tell ourselves all start with "tomorrow"
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis takes on an internal locus of control in this episode. He highlights the importance of taking small steps and building on daily progress rather ...
I never assume I am the good guy or a good person. Here is why.
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis elaborates on his personal philosophy of assuming he is the "bad guy" in any situation. This mindset serves as a self-check to prevent...
A tactic for keeping depression away.
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis highlights two primary types of depression: situational depression, which arises from specific life events, and depression caused by chemical im...
A word on addiction, waiting for rock bottom & losing friends
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Louis was tearing up towards the end.I genuinely felt that.Reach out to your friends, no matter what."Marking the three-year anniversary of...
A word on bullying.
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Bullying is a serious problem, particularly for people in our field. The group of people labeled nerds are more likely to enter the tech field, ...
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Life is unfair. By focusing on the unfairness, rather than what you can do about it, you set the stage for nihilism and depression to take over ...
how people waste their lives
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"The inclination to view others as "the enemy" an all-consuming, life destroying, force I observe particularly in people who have had n...
Giving up
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.”Louis explores the often-misunderstood concept of “giving up” and the pers...
DO NOT ACCEPT THE PREMISE OF ASSHOLES!
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Linus recently did a video on the security of the Amazon cashierless store. It somehow turned into an argument over white privilege, CIS men, misogon...
IT "Specialists" Without Common Sense.
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Louis Rossmann shares a personal story highlighting the pitfalls of narrow expertise and the lack of basic problem-solving skills among some IT profes...
What I remind myself when anxious
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this candid and relatable episode, Louis Rossmann shares his personal approach to managing anxiety, offering insights that resonate with anyone who...