Best Dr James Mellon Podcasts (2025)

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#095: Interrupt Your Thought Patterns, Transform Your Life 26:54

16h ago26:54

26:54

Our thoughts directly influence what happens in our lives, yet research shows 95% of our daily thoughts are the same ones we had yesterday. • The average person has 6,000-10,000 thoughts per day, approximately 6.5 thoughts per minute • Our outer conditions reflect our inner beliefs - where you are today is where your thoughts have brought you • To …

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#230 Bill Belichick: 8x Super Bowl Champion on Winning, Leadership, and Discipline 1:15:23

16h ago1:15:23

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Eight Super Bowl rings. Six with the Patriots. And a mindset that goes far deeper than football. In this rare, wide-ranging conversation, Bill Belichick breaks down the invisible factors behind sustained excellence: discipline, preparation, and the mental edge that separates contenders from champions. He shares the surprising reason he kept Tom Bra…

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How Psychiatry Lost Its Way- Dr. Fred Moss on Psychiatric Truth and Creative Healing 52:41

6d ago52:41

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Episode Summary: What if your diagnosis isn’t your destiny—and the real problem isn’t you, but the system that told you something was wrong in the first place? In this bold and eye-opening episode, James sits down with Dr. Fred Moss, a former psychiatrist who spent 45 years inside the mental health system—only to walk away. Known today as The UNDoc…

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#229 Outliers: Andy Grove – Only The Paranoid Survive 1:23:18

8d ago1:23:18

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Most people protect their identity. Andy Grove would rewrite his, again and again. He started as a refugee, became a chemist, turned himself into an engineer, then a manager, and finally the CEO who built Intel into a global powerhouse. He didn’t cling to credentials or titles. When a challenge came up, he didn’t delegate, he learned. This episode …

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How to Travel the World and Still Make a Living – Ryan Mellon’s Story 33:42

13d ago33:42

33:42

Episode Summary: What if you didn’t have to wait for retirement to see the world? In this adventurous and inspiring episode, James sits down with Ryan Mellon, better known as The Digital Nomad Coach, to hear how he went from working 14-hour days at two jobs to traveling the world full-time—while still earning an income. Ryan’s journey started with …

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#094: Finding Yourself: Beyond Knowledge to True Wisdom 20:55

15d ago20:55

20:55

What if the wisdom you've been seeking has been within you all along? This profound exploration challenges us to distinguish between mere knowledge and true wisdom in our spiritual journeys. As someone who has studied metaphysical principles for over twenty years, I've witnessed countless seekers (myself included) accumulate spiritual concepts with…

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#228 Elad Gil: How to Spot a Billion-Dollar Startup Before the Rest of the World 1:38:34

15d ago1:38:34

1:38:34

What if the world’s most connected tech investor handed you his mental playbook? Elad Gil, an investor behind Airbnb, Stripe, Coinbase and Anduril, flips conventional wisdom on its head and prioritizes market opportunities over founders. Elad decodes why innovation has clustered geographically throughout history, from Renaissance Florence to Silico…

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The Knowledge Project Podcast: Trailer 2:47

19d ago2:47

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Trusted by Fortune 500 CEOs and elite performers, this is where you go to think better, live better, and get ahead. Each week, Shane Parrish goes deep with the world’s sharpest minds—founders, economists, bestselling authors—to uncover the mental models, habits, and strategies behind extraordinary results. The Knowledge Project isn't just a podcast…

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What a Surf Shop Taught Me About Happiness – with Marcia Heath 38:29

20d ago38:29

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Episode Summary: What if the story that changed your life… wasn’t your own? In this episode, James sits down with Marcia Heath, a former publishing professional and ghostwriter turned author and documentarian, to explore what it really means to rewrite your story. After decades of editing others' words and chasing what she thought was success, Marc…

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#093: The Journey Inward 29:22

22d ago29:22

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We explore the journey of self-discovery and spiritual understanding, comparing life to climbing mountains where the journey matters more than the destination. • Reflecting on lyrics from Miley Cyrus's "The Climb" as a metaphor for life's journey • Personal transformation from Type A personality traits to spiritual understanding • The difference be…

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#227 Outliers: Rose Blumkin — Women of Berkshire Hathaway 45:58

22d ago45:58

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Rose Blumkin didn’t just build a business. She revolutionized retail. After fleeing Russia with $66 in her purse, she opened a basement furniture store in Omaha at 43 years old—with no English, no education, and no connections. Her formula? Sell cheap, tell the truth, don't cheat the customer. Nebraska Furniture Mart would survive depressions, fire…

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Running as Fast as I Can- John David Graham on Second Chances and Redemption 46:04

27d ago46:04

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Episode Summary: What does redemption look like—really? For John David Graham, it looked like a 140-year-old house, a $200 budget, and a second chance—not just for himself, but for thousands of others. In this powerful episode of A Joyful Rebellion, James talks with author and nonprofit founder John David Graham about his journey from career detour…

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#226 Garry Tan: Billion-Dollar Misfits — Inside Y Combinator’s Startup Formula 2:23:14

29d ago2:23:14

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Most accelerators fund ideas. Y Combinator funds founders—and transforms them. With a 1% acceptance rate and alumni behind 60% of the past decade’s unicorns, YC knows what separates the founders who break through from those who burn out. It's not the flashiest résumé or the boldest pitch but something President Garry Tan says is far rarer: earnestn…

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#092: The Quantum Observer: How Your Focus Creates Your Reality 16:50

1M ago16:50

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We explore what it means to rise above our challenges by understanding the quantum enigma and how our observations shape our reality. The way we focus our energy and attention directly impacts the trajectory of our lives, creating an opportunity to transcend our current circumstances through conscious awareness. • Understanding the quantum enigma -…

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#225 Outliers: Henry Singleton – Distant Force 1:00:47

1M ago1:00:47

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If Warren Buffett is the king of capital allocation—Henry Singleton is the ghost. Singleton built one of the most successful conglomerates in American history, transforming business while remaining virtually unknown. While Wall Street chased fads, Singleton, who could play chess blindfolded, quietly turned industrial conglomerate Teledyne into a bu…

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#091: Where Ya Going? Finding Purpose in Life's Unstoppable Flow 24:16

1M ago24:16

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The momentum of life flows constantly regardless of our awareness, and understanding this force as the divine essence within us transforms how we navigate our journey. This powerful perspective helps us realize that while unexpected turns occur in everyone's path, our reaction to circumstances matters more than the circumstances themselves. • Life …

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#224 Bret Taylor: A Vision for AI’s Next Frontier 2:11:14

1M ago2:11:14

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What happens when one of the most legendary minds in tech delves deep into the real workings of modern AI? A 2-hour long masterclass that you don’t want to miss. Bret Taylor, current chairman of OpenAI, unpacks why AI is transforming software engineering forever, how founders can survive acquisition (he’s done it twice), and why the true bottleneck…

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#223 Pierre Poilievre: What I Want to Build (and Break) To Fix Canada 1:23:27

1M ago1:23:27

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Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, reveals a roadmap for restoring opportunity and unity across the country. From unleashing innovation by cutting red tape, to reigniting upward mobility and building a powerhouse economy, Poilievre’s message goes beyond borders. If you care about restoring opportunity, strengthening democracy,…

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#090: Quantum Momentum: Embracing Life's Infinite Potential 29:25

2M ago29:25

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The momentum of the quantum field is constantly evolving, expanding, creating—and that energy is who you truly are at your core. • Saying "never" closes off the infinite universal field of pure potentiality • The theory of uncertainty invites us to allow the universe to surprise us • What seems like disappointment often clears the way for better op…

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#222 Outliers: Cornelius Vanderbilt — The First Tycoon 1:24:31

2M ago1:24:31

1:24:31

Cornelius Vanderbilt was a force in 19th century America, playing a pivotal role in transitioning the U.S. economy from rural mercantilism to industrial corporate capitalism. Vanderbilt didn't just compete—he dominated; and didn’t just dominate one industry—he conquered three: ferries, steamships, and railroads. He understood that power lay in cont…

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Face Your Stuff, Don’t Stuff Your Face- Renee Jones on Emotional Eating 47:20

2M ago47:20

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Episode Summary: If you’ve ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge thinking, “How did I get here—again?” — you’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode, James sits down with Renée Jones, coach, author, TEDx speaker, and someone who knows the diet cycle all too well. After 40 years of yo-yo dieting, Renée discovered the root of her stru…

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#089: Life's Currency: How 28,835 Jelly Beans Changed My Perspective 26:01

2M ago26:01

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A video visualization of our lifetime as 28,835 jelly beans prompts deeper reflection on how we use our limited time on earth and the power of focusing on today. • Life represented as jelly beans shows how much time goes to sleeping, working, and daily tasks • The remaining jelly beans represent our time for joy, creativity, and pursuing what we lo…

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#221 Bruce Flatt on Value, Discipline, and Durability 1:20:54

2M ago1:20:54

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Brookfield CEO Bruce Flatt reveals the investment philosophy behind building one of the world's largest alternative asset managers with over a trillion dollars under management. At the core of Brookfield's strategy is a disciplined focus on downside protection that has delivered 19% annualized returns over 30 years. Flatt identifies three major tre…

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A Story About Pizza- Erica D’Arcangelo on Legacy, Risk & Reinvention 31:35

2M ago31:35

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Episode Summary: What do coal mines, TikTok, and pizza have in common? In this heartfelt and hunger-inducing episode, James sits down with author and entrepreneur Erica D’Arcangelo to explore the incredible story behind her family's 60-year-old pizzeria in Western Pennsylvania. Erica shares how a return home during her father’s heart surgery rekind…

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#220 Outliers: James Dyson — Against the Odds 1:12:42

2M ago1:12:42

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How do you turn 5,127 failures into a multi-billion-dollar empire? James Dyson turned dust into possibility, failure into discovery, and frustration into revolution. Dyson didn’t just build a better vacuum; he redefined a whole industry. Facing thousands of failed prototypes, crushing financial setbacks, and a dismissive industry that insisted a su…

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The Myth of Adoption- The Untold Realities of Adoption with Anna Maria DiDio 29:27

2M ago29:27

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Episode Summary: Adoption is often seen as a beautiful new beginning, but behind every adoption story is an unspoken layer of loss, identity struggles, and adjustment—for both the child and the adoptive family. In this episode of A Joyful Rebellion, James sits down with author and adoptive mother Anna Maria DiDio to talk about the realities of adop…

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#219 Logan Ury: The Dating Myths You Need to Stop Believing 2:12:51

2M ago2:12:51

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Most people date the wrong way. They chase the spark, mistake attraction for compatibility, and expect their partners to read their minds. Then they wonder why relationships don’t last. Logan Ury thinks about dating differently. As the Director of Relationship Science at Hinge, she’s spent years studying what actually makes relationships work. Her …

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Filmmaking with a Purpose- Ethan Felizzari-Castillo on Cause-Based Storytelling 35:23

3M ago35:23

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Episode Summary: Filmmaking is more than entertainment—it’s a powerful tool for change. In this episode of A Joyful Rebellion, James sits down with filmmaker and producer Ethan Felizzari-Castillo to talk about the power of storytelling in shaping perspectives and sparking conversations. As the founder of CK Productions, Ethan is dedicated to cause-…

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#088: The Power of Intuitive Focus: Remembering Who You Really Are 29:57

3M ago29:57

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We explore how maintaining focus on who we truly are allows us to see clearly regardless of external circumstances. This powerful perspective shift transforms how we navigate life's challenges and make decisions that honor our authentic selves. • Starting each day with intention rather than assessment • Seeing clearly during life's storms, not just…

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#218 Outliers: Estée Lauder — A Success Story 1:21:48

3M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Most people hear "Estée Lauder" and think of cosmetics—lipstick, perfume, face cream. But the real story isn’t just about makeup—it’s about a woman being an unstoppable force. Estée Lauder didn’t just build a beauty brand; she rewrote the rules of an industry. She turned rejection into fuel, defied industry gatekeepers, and transformed a homemade f…

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#087: Defying Gravity: When Personal Truth Outgrows Traditional Religion 29:51

3M ago29:51

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We explore how advanced spiritual consciousness requires us to move beyond outdated religious concepts and embrace a more expansive understanding of our infinite potential. The familiar lyrics "Something has changed within me" become a powerful metaphor for the spiritual evolution that happens when we stop accepting arbitrary limits on what's possi…

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#217 Josh Wolfe: Human Advantage in the World of AI 2:02:28

3M ago2:02:28

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While Silicon Valley chases unicorns, Josh Wolfe hunts for something far more elusive: scientific breakthroughs that could change civilization. As co-founder and managing partner of Lux Capital, he's looking for the kind of science that turns impossible into inevitable. Josh doesn’t just invest in the future—he sees it coming before almost anyone e…

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#086: Rediscovering You: Beyond the Self You Think You Know 24:59

3M ago24:59

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We explore the concept of applying relationship stages to our connection with ourselves, challenging listeners to discover where they are in their self-relationship journey and how to cultivate deeper self-love. • The honeymoon phase isn't just for romantic relationships but can be applied to our relationship with ourselves • We often get stuck see…

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#216 Outliers: Andrew Mellon – America’s Secret Banker 1:18:47

3M ago1:18:47

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He was the strangest titan America ever produced: a whisper-quiet banker who turned systematic thinking into a superpower, building an industrial empire while barely raising his voice above a murmur. Andrew Mellon's story isn't just about money—it's about how patience, observation, and positioning can create more wealth than charisma ever could. Bu…

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