Listen to Smart People Talk
TED and A-fest talks are an enormously beneficial source of information for those who want to pave their own way in life. Plus, they're entertaining and cool. You might learn something applicable from the most abstract TED talk, so never filter your options and go in with an open mind.
Listen to Classical Music
If you thought classical music was just made babies smarter, you were dead wrong. A study conducted by the University of California-Irvine discovered that students experienced a temporary spike in IQ while listening to Mozart. Listening to classical is also a great way to stay relaxed and focused.