A cornerstone of this podcast is exploring why we should all Do Hard Things—which just so happens to be the title of today’s guest’s latest book. Meet Steve Magness.
Making his third (but first solo) appearance on the show, Steve is a former elite track and field athlete (4:01 miler), elite coach turned author, and world-renowned expert on all things high p ... Show More
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The Productivity Myth: Oliver Burkeman On Our Broken Relationship With Time, Embracing Our Limitations & Why More Isn’t Always Better
Oliver Burkeman is a bestselling author, journalist, and the mind behind “Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals” and “Meditations for Mortals.”
We explore our broken relationship with time and Oliver's philosophy of imperfectionism, which dismantles the delusion that ... Show More
1h 59m
Nov 20
Fasting Compilation: Leading Experts On Water-Only Fasts, Fasting Mimicking Diets & The Optimal Fasting Window For Longevity
This Fasting Compilation features Dr. Alan Goldhamer, Dr. Valter Longo, and Dr. Michael Greger to discuss the science of strategic deprivation.
We explore why visceral fat behaves like a tumor secreting inflammatory molecules that drive chronic disease. How many health condition ... Show More
1h 8m
Nov 17
Interview With An Icon: Katie Couric On The State of Media, Institutional Distrust, Cancer Advocacy & What Actually Creates Happiness
Katie Couric is a journalist and the first woman to solo-anchor a major network evening newscast.
We explore the disintermediation of news media, institutional distrust, and the fragmentation of shared truth in America. Katie shares her experiences navigating the CBS boys club, ... Show More
1h 57m
Aug 2022
Steve Magness | The Truth About Toughness (a better way to do hard things)
<p>Adults do this thing — and maybe you've already done it yourself since you've grown up — where they go out of their way to remind children that life will come with its difficult moments, so we should revel in the good, easy times while they last. Ease, we learn, is the state w ... Show More
1h 6m
Sep 2022
How to Build Resilience with Steve Magness
Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on performance, well-being, and sustainable success.He is coauthor of the best selling Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox. In his coaching practice, Steve works with executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes on their performance and me ... Show More
1h 8m
Nov 2021
3 Triggers To Maximize Your Focus And Creativity - Steven Kotler
After Lyme disease attacked Steven Kotler’s neurological system, he decided to commit his life to the scientific study of enhanced cognitive states like flow. Steven has been able to automate and articulate this previously mysterious state of productivity, and in this episode, he ... Show More
52m 32s
Apr 2021
E52 - Steve Sallis: The importance of education in mindset
<p>Steve Sallis is a former academy footballer, vice-principal teacher and author of the successful book ‘Educating Football’, a book that challenges thinking on teaching, learning, leadership and elite sport.</p><p>Steve is currently working with the England Under 15 National Sq ... Show More
51m 17s