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.
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Oct 19
Tom Hopper On Getting Sober, Training For The Screen & Finding The Man Behind The Muscle
Tom Hopper is an actor known for his roles in The Umbrella Academy, Black Sails, and The Terminal List. This conversation explores how Tom manages to meld an artistic sensibility with an athlete’s discipline. We discuss his path from drama school to action star, what Navy SEALs t ... Show More
2h 22m
Oct 15
The Social Reckoning: Frances Haugen On What Facebook Knew & Why She Came Forward
Frances Haugen is the Facebook whistleblower whose story inspired Aaron Sorkin’s new film The Social Reckoning. This compilation revisits my 2023 conversation with Frances, then turns to Jonathan Haidt, Max Fisher, and former Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. We discuss the false ... Show More
2h 32m
Oct 12
Joe Manganiello On Getting Sober, The Mystery Illness That Almost Killed Him & The Trauma We Inherit
Joe Manganiello is an actor (True Blood, Magic Mike, One Piece) and author of Bloodlines. This conversation explores his odyssey of pain and suffering, self-discovery, and ultimately spiritual transformation – from a near-fatal illness to a family history that upended what he tho ... Show More
2h 50m
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 you ... 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 featuring ... 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 convince you ... 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