If you’re someone who actually believes that people don’t change, prepare for a major mindset shift.Meet John McAvoy.
Returning for his 2nd appearance on the podcast, John is positive transformation rendered in human form—and his story is one of the most compelling, improbable, inspirational, and cinematic tales you will ever be privileged to hear.
The McA ... Show More
Jul 13
Episode 1,000: Rich & Julie Piatt Celebrate By Going Back To Where It All Began
This is the 1,000th episode of the podcast. Insane. To mark it, Julie and I take it back to the start. We recap the origin story of this show. A creative experiment, born in a yurt on a Kauai mango farm, our family was on the precipice of foreclosure. We get into the crucible tha ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 6
Thrilling Tales Of Modern Men: Danny McBride On Ego, Grievance & The Stories Men Tell Themselves
Danny McBride is the writer, actor, and producer behind “Eastbound & Down,” “Vice Principals,” and “The Righteous Gemstones.” For 30 years, he's satirized the aggrieved modern male, the guy who grew up on Rambo and ended up working at Geico. His first collection of short stories, ... Show More
1h 10m
Jul 2
Play Is The Miracle Drug: Dr. Kelly Starrett On Movement, Recovery, & The Wellness Trap
Dr. Kelly Starrett is a physical therapist, New York Times bestselling author, and co-founder of The Ready State. This conversation explores human performance and a wellness culture that's become a kind of secularized religion, fixated on optimization while the fundamentals get i ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2022
If This Man Can Change, Anyone Can - Armed Robber to Record Breaking Athlete: John McAvoy (Re-release) #262
CAUTION ADVISED: this podcast contains swearing.
Is there a change you’d like to make in your life? Something you’re desperate to overcome, but can’t see how? Or a goal you’re scared to aim for, because it feels too far off? My guest on this week’s podcast might just convince y ... Show More
2h 41m
Apr 2021
BITESIZE | Why Giving Back Is The Most Powerful Thing You Can Do | John McAvoy #170
CAUTION: Contains swearing.
Making changes in life and overcoming obstacles can sometimes seem insurmountable, but if this man can turn his life around, anyone can.
Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my new weekly podcast for your mind, body and heart. Each week I’ll be featurin ... Show More
14m 44s
Jan 2020
If This Man Can Turn His Life Around, So Can You with John McAvoy #91
CAUTION ADVISED: this podcast contains swearing.
Is there a change you’d like to make in your life? Something you’re desperate to overcome, but can’t see how? Or a goal you’re scared to aim for, because it feels too far off?
My guest on this week’s podcast might just convi ... Show More
2h 44m
Oct 2021
E85 - John McAvoy: It's not where you're from, is where you're at that counts
<p>This week Jake and Damian speak with current Nike athlete, and former convicted armed robber, John McAvoy.</p><br><p>John speaks about how his past and time in solitary confinement transformed his view of life and what fuelled him to succeed in the sporting world.</p><br><p>Jo ... Show More
1h 18m
Oct 2025
It’s Not Too Late: How to Transform Your Life at Any Moment
<p>If you’ve ever felt stuck, behind, or like you’re not living the life you’re meant to, this conversation is for you. </p><p>Today’s episode is a guide to how you can transform your life – at any moment. </p><p>Mel sits down with New York Times bestselling author, ultra-enduran ... Show More
1h 18m