Best Freedom Pact Podcast | Joseph Podcasts (2025)

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#395: Chris Binch - Paratrooper On P-Company Selection, Hardest Challenges, Lessons From Service & More 1:00:03

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Chris Binch served for 7 years as a Lance corporal with the 2nd Battalion in The Parachute Regiment, with operational tours in Afghanistan, Sierra Leone, Northern Ireland and Macedonia. In this episode, Chris & Lewis discuss: P-Company Selection & The Parachute Regiment 0:00 Finding Purpose In The Military 08:00 The 'Brotherhood' 13:00 Fighting Cul…

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#394: Lindsay Bruce - SAS Operator On Selection, Elite Mindset, Leadership & More 57:46

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Lindsay Bruce is a former operator with the British Special Air Service (SAS), serving with the 22 SAS Regiment for six years. In this episode, Lindsay & Lewis discuss: 00:00 The Hardest Day of Lindsay's Career 06:20 Testing Your Limits 12:30 Why Join The SAS? 17:00 SAS Selection 30:50 The #1 Leadership Trait 36:00 What Makes British Forces Special…

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#393: Dr. Sarah Hill - Hormone Expert On Birth Control, Periods & Women's Health 53:10

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Sarah E. Hill, Ph.D., is an award-winning researcher, consultant, writer, scientist, communicator, and professor. With nearly 25 years of research experience, she has authored more than 100 scholarly publications and two groundbreaking books that have transformed the conversation about hormones and birth control for women. In this episode, Dr Hill …

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#392: Dr Stacy Sims - #1 Female Fitness Coach: Most Training Advice Fails Women (This Is What Works) 1:07:28

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Dr Stacy Sims is an internationally recognised exercise physiologist and nutritionist. Dr Sims' book ROAR has been described as one of the top fitness books of all time. Dr Sims has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers, and Dr Sims worked has worked as a research scientist at Stanford university. In addition, Dr Sims is also a former elite athle…

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#391: Rusty Firmin - SAS Legend Reveals All About Iranian Embassy Siege, SAS Selection, Training & More 49:58

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Rusty Firmin is a former British Special Forces operative best known as the Blue Team leader during the 1980 Iranian Embassy Siege in London. A highly experienced member of the SAS B Squadron, he played a pivotal role in the iconic counter-terrorism operation. Firmin also served with HQ Squadron 23 SAS as a permanent staff instructor and had earlie…

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#390: Georges St-Pierre: UFOs, The Real UFC GOAT, Processing Fear, Building Confidence & More 1:00:47

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Georges St-Pierre is a Canadian mixed martial artist and former UFC Welterweight and Middleweight Champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in MMA history. Known for his exceptional athleticism, fight IQ, and well-rounded skillset, GSP dominated the UFC for over a decade. Beyond the octagon, he’s a respected martial arts ambassador,…

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#389: Mick Hawkes - SAS Legend Reveals All On Undercover Work in Northern Ireland, Being Captured & Why They’re Elite 1:20:30

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Mick Hawkes QCB is a former member of the British SAS, and a private security consultant.Mick Hawkes is a leader with over 22 years of corporate experience managing extreme and high-risk HSSE operations across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, following a distinguished 22-year military career, including 14 years with 22 Special Air Service…

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#388: General Stanley McChrystal - America Could Face Civil War 52:07

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General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal and Joe discuss modern times, the potential of civil war, how civil war could start in America, who really holds decision-making power in the US, America's role in global affairs, and mo…

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#387: James Sexton - Divorce Lawyer On Saving Your Marriage & Preventing Divorce 1:00:37

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James J. Sexton, Esq. is a trial lawyer with two decades of experience negotiating and litigating high-conflict divorces.Timestamps: 0:00 The #1 Reason For Divorce 03:10 Spotting Disconnection In Your Marriage 09:00 How To Have Hard Conversations With Your Partner 24:30 Losing 'The Plot' Of Your Relationship 30:00 86% People Remarry After Divorce 3…

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#386: Craig Harrison - U.K's Deadliest Sniper On Longest Kill, PTSD, Horrors of War & More 1:11:54

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Craig Harrison is former British Army sniper who once held the World record for the longest kill in combat, achieved in Afghanistan in 2009. His military career included tours in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.Timestamps: 0:00 World's Longest Sniper Kill 11:50 Spending 7 Days In Sniper Position 16:00 Afghanistan 18:00 Emotions Of Taking Out Targets …

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#385: Robin Horsfall - SAS Legend Reveals All On Iranian Embassy Siege, Operation Certain Death, Selection & More 1:02:05

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Robin Horsfall is a former member of the British 22SAS known for his role in the famous Iranian Embassy Siege, and a best-selling author. Timestamps: 00:00 - Iranian Embassy Siege 10:20 - What makes the British SAS special 13:41 - SAS vs Delta Force 20:05 - Failing SAS selection then succeeding on the second attempt 24:09 - What it truly takes to p…

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#384: Taylor Cavanaugh - World's Only Navy SEAL/French Foreign Legionnaire Reveals All About Career & More 1:08:31

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Taylor Cavanaugh is the only United States Navy SEAL/French Foreign Legionnaire.Timestamps:0:00 Best Special Forces In The World 02:30 Journey To Military 04:00 Not Settling For Average 12:10 Hell Week & SEAL Selection 23:40 Sniper School 32:00 Brotherhood in SEALs 35:00 Seal Operations 38:20 Kicked Out of SEALs 42:00 Rock Bottom 43:30 French Forei…

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#383: Professor Joanna Moncrieff - What My Colleagues Don’t Want Me to Tell You About Depression 1:06:35

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Dr Joanna Moncrieff is a psychiatrist, professor, and best-selling author, who is leading the charge in how we understand psychiatric drugs, like anti-depressants. Joanna is Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London (UCL) and a practising consultant psychiatrist in the NHS. Moncrieff is best known for challenging the …

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#382: WWE Star Karrion Kross - Shoots On Career, Battling Adversity, Wrestlemania Moment & More 53:49

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Kevin Robert Kesar, also known in WWE as Karrion Kross, is an American professional wrestler, actor, and martial artist. He is the author of the new book 'Life Is Fighting.' In this episode, Kevin discusses his viral Wrestlemania promo, surreal current levels of fan support, the struggles he has faced throughout his career, learning from Triple H &…

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#381: Stephen Law- Oxford Philosopher On Debating God, Evil God Challenge, Richard Dawkins & More 54:34

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In this episode, Lewis and Dr. Stephen Law discuss various philosophical arguments surrounding the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the nature of morality. Stephen reflects on surprising arguments encountered in debates, the significance of personal experiences in finding meaning, and the concept of pseudo profundity in discourse. The dis…

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#380: Dr James Hollis - Death, Why You Sabotage Love, Finding Your Life's Mission, Dreams & More 1:06:50

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James Hollis, Ph.D. is a Jungian analyst and bestselling author known for exploring the unconscious, meaning, and personal growth. His work brings depth psychology to everyday life, with acclaimed books like The Middle Passage and Living an Examined Life. Timestamps: 00:00 - How We Develop Avoidance To Love 09:00 - The role of childhood in early at…

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#379: Des Powell - SAS Legend Reveals All On Selection, Military Career, Building Discipline & More 1:13:43

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Des Powell is a former SAS sergeant major and member of the 22 SAS regiment with a military career spanning over two decades in the heart of counter terrorism and special covert operations. Before joining the SAS, Des spent eight years in the Parachute Regiment specialising in unarmed combat and high-altitude free-fall parachuting while he advanced…

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#378: General Stanley McChrystal - 4 Star U.S General On Character, Jan 6th, Civil War & WW3 50:35

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General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal and Joe discuss character, the events of January 6th, wether there is potential for a civil war in America, what the future of warfare will look like, World War 3 & More.Timestamps:0:00 …

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#377: Glenn Jacobs (Kane) On WWE Career, Becoming Mayor, Donald Trump, Future of Politics & More 45:29

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Glenn Thomas Jacobs (known in WWE as Kane), is an American politician, actor, and former professional wrestler. He is currently the Republican Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, a role he has held since 2018. He is one of the most popular WWE superstars of all time, enjoying a 20+ year long run as 'Kane' in which he had some of the most memorable mom…

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#376: Damien Lewis - How the British Special Forces Changed The World Forever 48:36

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Damien Lewis is a former war reporter, and an acclaimed and award-winning writer. Many of his books are being made into movies or TV series including The Nazi Hunters, SAS Ghost Patrol, SAS Italian Job and more. He has written over 35 military books which include the number one bestseller Zero Six Bravo. His new book 'SAS: Great Escapes Four' is ou…

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#375: Chris Ryan - SAS Legend Reveals All About Selection, Bravo Two Zero, Military Career & More 59:20

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Chris Ryan is a former SAS corporal and the only man to escape death or capture during the Bravo Two Zero operation in the 1991 Gulf War, Chris Ryan turned to writing thrillers to tell the stories the Official Secrets Act stops him putting in his non-fiction. His latest book, 'Second Strike' is released on May 22nd 2025.Timestamps:Bravo Two Zero 0:…

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#374: Dr Rouzita Rashtian - The Shocking Dangers Of Root Canals, Mercury Fillings & Fluoride 1:16:03

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Dr Rouzita Rashtian is a biological dentist based in California who specialises in holistic dentistry. Connect with Dr Rashtian here:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SerenityDentalCenter/Website: https://serenitydentalcenter.com/doctor/dr-rashtian/00:00 - The role of Oral Health in Overall Health03:00 - What is biological dentistry06:00 - The rol…

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#373: Professor Bill Von Hippel - How The Modern World Has Made Us Miserable & Lonely 56:17

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Bill Von Hippel is one of the worlds most renowned Social Psychologists, a best-selling author and private research consultant. Bills work has spanned several topics, including how our evolutionary past influence our cognitive, social and emotional lives today.Bills new book ‘The Social Paradox’ is available now. Buy and connect with Bill here: htt…

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#372: Professor Adam Frank - The New Developments In The Search For Extraterrestrial Life 49:34

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In this episode of Freedom Pact, Lewis is joined by Professor Adam Frank for a discussion about the search for alien life, the potential for discovering biosignatures and technosignatures on exoplanets, the importance of continued exploration in our solar system and beyond, The Silurian Hypothesis, which posits that technological civilisations may …

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#371: Dr. Jamie Roberts - A Complete History Of The IDW: Joe Rogan, Sam Harris, Bret Weinstein & More 1:35:15

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Dr Jamie Roberts is a Lecturer in the Department of Government and International Relations at the University of Sydney and the author of The Intellectual Dark Web: A History (and Possible Future). In this episode of the Freedom Pact podcast, Jamie Q. Roberts explore the origins and implications of the Intellectual Dark Web (IDW), discussing key fig…

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#370: John Lennox - Debating Atheism & Proving The Existence of God 43:47

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John Lennox, Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University, is an internationally renowned speaker on the interface of science, philosophy and religion. He regularly teaches at many academic institutions, is Senior Fellow with the Trinity Forum and has written a series of books exploring the relationship between science and Christianity. He is Pres…

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#369: Avi Loeb - Harvard Physicist On Evidence Of Interstellar Technology 1:08:25

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Avi Loeb is a Harvard University professor, bestselling author, and expert in astrophysics. He directs Harvard's Institute for Theory and Computation and the Galileo Project. Avi has published 9 books, including 'Extraterrestrial' and 'Interstellar', and over 1,000 scientific papers on topics such as black holes and extraterrestrial life. He direct…

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#368: Tim Tactics - Ex Government Insider Reveals UFO & Alien Secrets 1:23:47

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Tim Tactics has an extensive background in the covert European Governance sector, where he worked on projects dedicated to understanding the presence and purpose of extraterrestrial life on Earth. During these projects, he claims to have encountered non-terrestrial life, a reality that, due to recent mainstream coverage, is meeting huge interest wo…

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#367: Dr David Spiegel - Using Hypnosis For Health, Stress & Pain Management 58:39

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Dr. David Spiegel is a leading expert in psycho-oncology and stress at Stanford University, where he’s been on faculty since 1975. He directs the Center on Stress and Health and the Center for Integrative Medicine. With over 40 years of research in hypnosis, pain control, and psychoneuroendocrinology, he’s published 13 books and 400+ scientific art…

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The Robber Barons 17:01

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It has long been said that the industrialists of the past were referred to as "robber barons" due to the vast wealth accumulated by their factories across multiple industries. This wealth allowed them to exert significant influence and shape the world as they pleased. Now, in the present, the robber barons are at it again. Tech giants and new indus…

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#366: Professor Agnes Callard - Is The Examined Life Actually Worth Living? 56:54

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Agnes Callard is professor of philosophy at the University of Chicago, and a public intellectual. She is the author of the new book ‘Open Socrates.’ Timestamps:Contrasting Tolstoy with Socrates 0:00The Tolstoy Problem 03:40Tolstoyan Thinking & The Mental Health Epidemic 06:00 The Reason Behind Tolstoy’s Existential Despair 09:20Should We Examine Ou…

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#365: Ian Leslie - Is Lying An Inescapable Part Of Being Human? 46:07

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My guest today is Ian Leslie, a writer on human behaviour and the author of books such as 'Born Liars' and 'Conflicted.' In this conversation, we discuss the nature of lying, its evolutionary significance, and its role in human intelligence. We explores how lying is an inherent part of human behavior and how it can be both beneficial and detrimenta…

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#364: Sahil Bloom - Master These 5 Areas To Live An INCREDIBLE Life 43:21

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Sahil Bloom is an investor, entrepreneur, content creator and best-selling author.In this conversation, Sahil discusses the critical role of relationships in determining long-term health, the negative impact of social media on loneliness, and the importance of harmonizing different types of wealth rather than optimizing them. He introduces the conc…

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#363: David Holmes - Harry Potter Stuntman On The Accident That Changed His Life Forever 1:00:47

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David Holmes, a talented stuntman and double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter film franchise, played a pivotal role in bringing J.K. Rowling's iconic story to life on the big screen. He executed some of the most memorable action sequences, including becoming the first person ever to play Quidditch in the Wizarding World. His life took a dra…

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#362: Professor Russell Foster - The New Science Of Improving Your Sleep 1:02:05

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Profesor Russell Foster is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience, Director of the Sir Jules Thorn Sleep And Circadian Neuroscience Institute and Head of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society and was awarded a CBE for services to Science. Timestamps: Intro 0:00 New Sleep Research 2:30…

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#361: Speaking Coach To The Political Elite: How To Become A MASTER Communicator | Michael Chad Hoeppner 1:09:08

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Michael Chad Hoeppner is the Founder and CEO of GK Training, serving some of the world’s most influential companies and leaders across finance, law, tech, and beyond. He teaches communication at Columbia Business School, drawing on a proprietary, kinesthetic-based approach that fosters rapid behavioural change. He has coached an array of distinguis…

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#360: Lee Holden - Qigong Master: Do These Exercises To Live Longer & Prevent Illness 54:25

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Lee Holden Lee Holden is an internationally celebrated Qi Gong master. He is also a well known television personality who has appeared regularly on PBS. In 2009, he was honored by the International Chi Gong Association. Connect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter…

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#359: Dr Sean O'Mara - The Belly Fat Doctor: Do These 7 Things To SHRED Belly Fat FAST 53:41

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Dr Sean O'Mara, MD is a Physician specialising in optimising human performance. In this conversation today, we discuss what visceral fat is, whay visceral fat is so dangerous and effective strategies for burning it.00:00 - What visceral fat is 06:01 - how visceral fat influenced the US election 10:54 - What makes a face attractive 24:00 - The best …

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#358: Dr George Touliatos - How To To Naturally Boost Your Testosterone Levels 39:33

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Dr. George Touliatos is a physician who specialises in biopathology and is a former competitive championship bodybuilder. He is otherwise known as 'Dr Testosterone.'In this episode, we discuss why all men should care about their testosterone levels, dangers of low testosterone, ways to naturally boost your testosterone levels, the effects of alcoho…

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#357: Hospice Nurse Penny - What Caring For The Dying Taught Me About Living & Life After Death 45:43

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Hospice Nurse Penny is a nationally certified hospice nurse with more than 17 years experience of looking after the dying.In this conversation, hospice nurse Penny discusses the taboo surrounding death, the impact of COVID-19 on public discourse about dying, and her personal journey with death anxiety. She shares insights from her experiences with …

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#356: Errol Musk - Elon Musk's Dad On Occupying Mars, Trump, Twitter Takeover & More 38:51

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Errol Musk is a retired engineer, politician and businessman. He is the father of Elon Musk, the world's richest man. In this episode, Errol talks about growing up poor to becoming a millionaire in his early twenties, bringing up his children as a single father, Elon's interest in space and computers from a young age, wether Elon will ever occupy M…

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#355: Dr Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnson - The New Science Of Human Immortality 55:11

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Dr Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston is a neuroscientist at Monash University, Australia, where he investigates methods for characterising the nature of conscious experiences, and author of The Future Loves You: How and Why We Should Abolish Death. In 2019, he obtained his PhD from The University of Melbourne, where he researched how genetic and environmen…

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#354: Caroline Middelsdorf - How To Understand & Overcome Trauma 54:09

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Caroline Middelsdorf is a trauma expert, coach, international psychologist, and empowered trauma survivor. In this episode Caroline explains what trauma really is, how parenting styles can lead to trauma responses, techniques for managing trauma, how to heal from trauma, how to identify unresolved trauma and much more. Timestamps: Upcoming 0:00 Und…

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#353: Dr Gail Saltz - Sex Expert: How To Create An Incredible Sex Life & Rekindle Lost Sparks! 55:03

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Dr. Gail Saltz is a renowned psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and author, widely recognized for her expertise in mental health, relationships, and human sexuality. As an associate professor of psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital, Dr. Saltz has spent decades helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their emotional lives.…

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#352: The 7 Best Lessons of 2024 49:10

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To close out 2024, we bring you this compilation of 7 of the best lessons taught by guests of the Freedom Pact podcast featuring Robert Sapolsky, Iain McGilchrist, Annie Jacobsen, Oliver Burkeman, George Kamel, Ellen Langer and Neil Lawrence. 00:00 Intro01:03 Robert Sapolsky On Dopamine09:48 Iain McGilchrist On Consciousness20:23 Annie Jacobsen On …

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#351: Blaine Anderson - #1 Men's Dating Coach On How To Become An Elite Man In Dating 46:45

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Blaine Anderson is a dating coach for men at at @DatingByBlaine .In this episode of the Freedom Pact Podcast, Blaine Anderson explains wether their really are 'leagues' in dating, how to approach women with confidence, how to meet women in the gym, strategies for effective first dates, overcoming the fear of rejection and the differences between on…

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#350: Dr Robert Sapolsky - You’ve Been Lied To About Testosterone, Dopamine, Depression & Free Will 52:26

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Robert M. Sapolsky is a professor of biology and neurology at Stanford University and the recipient of a MacArthur Foundation 'Genius Grant'. In this episode of the Freedom Pact podcast, Lewis & Dr Sapolsky delve into the complexities of dopamine, testosterone, oxytocin, and depression, exploring how these biological factors influence human behavio…

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#349: Allan Lichtman - The Election Expert Predicts The 2024 U.S Election 33:26

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In this episode of the Freedom Pact podcast, historian Alan Lichtman discusses his renowned prediction system, 'the Keys to the White House', which has accurately forecasted presidential elections for over 40 years. Lichtman explains the nonpartisan nature of his predictions, the development of the prediction system and the significance of it's var…

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#348: Dr William Li - Heal Your Body: Using Food To Prevent And STARVE Cancer 47:36

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Dr William Li is an award-winning scientist, medical doctor and New York Times best selling author. William Li has served on the faculties at Harvard, Tufts and Dartmouth. His groundbreaking research has affected more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes and obesity. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro01:34 - What is driving increasing risks of cancer…

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#347: Dr Nick Spencer - Why Christianity Will Survive In The Age of AI 55:18

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Nick Spencer an author, and Senior Fellow at Theos. He is the author of a number of books and reports, including Magisteria: the entangled histories of science and religion (Oneworld, 2023), The Political Samaritan: how power hijacked a parable (Bloomsbury, 2017), The Evolution of the West (SPCK, 2016) and Atheists: The Origin of the Species (Bloom…