Best Jimmy Hong Podcasts (2025)

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Off The Tools Ep 9: How to Keep Your Best Painters From Quitting (& Make Them Love Working for You) 25:27

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🎙️ In Episode 09, Josh and Jimmy dive deep into how to retain great painters and project managers—without begging them to come back after slow weeks or burning out your top performers. Creating career paths that aligned with his painters’ personal goals, …

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154: Freddie Woodword - The Quiet Identity Crisis of an Olympian 1:12:08

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Send us a text What do you do when your biggest career milestone happens at 23 and you're not even sure how you got there? For Freddie Woodword, representing Team GB in diving at the Olympics was both the dream and the beginning of a much deeper journey. In this episode, we dive into Freddie’s fascinating transition from elite athlete to cruise shi…

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153: Kate Bailey PLY - From Paralympic Medals to the Classroom 55:27

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Send us a text Kate takes us back to her early swimming days, competing in the Sydney and Athens Paralympics, and what it felt like to walk away from the pool after years of intense training. She opens up about facing subtle (and not-so-subtle) discrimination as a para-athlete, the identity crisis that followed retirement, and how she unexpectedly …

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#7 | Why Martial Art Schools Are Dying: A Blunt Wake Up Call to Reality Check 38:18

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Send us a text There's a crisis affecting martial arts schools nationwide, but it's not what you might think. The pandemic tested our industry's resilience—we taught through Zoom, improvised training equipment, and found ways to survive against impossible odds. Yet now, with that immediate threat behind us, many schools face a deeper challenge: fin…

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152: Tom Morton: A Tweet That Ended It All, Redefining Success After Pro Rugby 1:04:51

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Send us a text What happens when your pro sports career ends with a tweet? Tom Morton found out the hard way. While playing rugby in New Zealand, he saw on social media that his contract with Sale Sharks wasn’t being renewed. No phone call. No meeting. Just a public post that blindsided him completely. From training with England’s under-20s to waki…

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151: Josh Katz on Finding Balance: An Olympian’s Quest for Purpose Beyond Sport 1:04:17

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Send us a text Josh Katz shares his journey as an Olympic judo athlete and the challenges of transitioning between career phases while balancing training, education, and business ventures. He discusses how early family influence and prioritizing education alongside sport created a foundation for success beyond the mat. In a nutshell, we talk about:…

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#6 | WAIT! Don't Open That 2nd Location Until You Listen to This Podcast! 40:20

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Send us a text Should you open a second martial arts school location? This question haunts ambitious school owners looking to expand their impact and income. The path to successful expansion requires meeting several critical conditions. Your first location must be truly thriving, not just surviving. Your staffing structure needs depth beyond just o…

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Off The Tools Ep 07: What Most Painters Get Wrong About Growing Their Business 24:42

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🎙️ In Episode 06, Josh and Jimmy unpack the biggest mistakes painting contractors make when trying to grow—and why staying “on the tools” could be the thing holding you back. You’ll hear how Josh scaled to six figures in year one without ever picking up a…

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150: Matthew Lloyd - From Olympic Cyclist to Recovery Mentor 1:25:10

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Send us a text Matthew Lloyd, former Australian Olympic cyclist and King of Mountains winner at the Giro d'Italia, shares his powerful journey of transition after career-ending injuries led to addiction and ultimately transformation. In this episode, we chat about how he: • Found freedom and joy in cycling from childhood, exploring nature with his …

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149: Danielle Jordan-Taft - The Power of Proving Yourself and Success Redefined 1:17:50

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Send us a text From hiding handwritten goals under her mattress at age 12 to representing England in netball and later Jamaica in rugby, Danielle shares the defining moments that shaped her unique approach to achievement. She vividly recounts the emotional journey of childhood trials that became her catalyst for success—a painful rejection that tra…

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#5 | Can Small Schools Generate Mega School Revenues? 42:04

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Send us a text "Too much month, not enough money?" This might be the reality for many small martial arts school owners, but Master Tony Chung proves it doesn't have to be. In this eye-opening conversation, Tony shares how he generates over $2 million annually with multiple locations that are all under 2,000 square feet - a stark contrast to the 7,0…

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Off The Tools Ep 06: How Dexter Launched a Deck Staining Business & Booked Over $100k + REVIEW 27:48

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule Want to connect with Dexter (Owner of Deckstaining.com) Site: https://deckstaining.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573077074478 IG: https://www.instagram.com/deckstaining.com_/ In Episode 06, we sit down with Dexter, the founder of Deck…

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Ep 05: Double Down the Secret to Turning Busy Season Into Year-Round Growth 23:49

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🎙️ In Episode 05, we dive into what contractors should be doing right now to take full advantage of the busy season. Josh and Jimmy break down how to turn today’s momentum into more jobs, more leads, and more growth—without burning out or turning away wor…

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Ep 02: Turning Happy Clients Into Repeat Business 27:24

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule Welcome to Episode 02 of the "Off The Tools" Show! 🎙️ In Episode 02, you’ll hear: - The Real Value of Client Success - How to Deliver a Great Experience - Getting Referrals - Asking for Reviews and why it's so important! 🚀 Whether you're doing $500K or ai…

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Ep. 0: Our Story (Jimmy Hong & Joshua Grootenboer) 27:10

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule Welcome to Episode 0 of the "Off The Tools" Show! 🎙️ In Episode 0, you’ll hear: - Our experience in the painting industry - Why we started Launch Point Media - What you can expect from this show - How we’re helping contractors solve marketing for good 🚀 W…

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Ep 03: The Not-So-Secret Way Joe Kim Scaled to $5 Million 30:38

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🎙️ In Episode 03, we sit down with Joe Kim, a former franchise director and contractor sales expert, as he shares his journey from running a painting business to coaching others to scale to over $5 Million in revenue. 🎙️You will hear: - The importance of …

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Ep 01: From Door Knocks to Digital Leads 23:19

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule Welcome to Episode 01 of the "Off The Tools" Show! 🎙️ In Episode 01, you’ll hear: - Our experience with door knocking - Why door knocking alone wasn't enough - How Facebook ads changed our contracting business - How "On The Bay Painting" has been crushing…

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Ep 04: The Truth About Hiring, It's Not the Economy — It's You (with Adam Dennison) 38:50

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Book a FREE 1:1 Painting/Remodelling Marketing Diagnostic ➔ https://launchptmedia.com/schedule 🎙️ In Episode 04, we sit down with Recruiting Expert Adam “Denny” Dennison, founder of Trade Link Recruiting and former painting and window cleaning business owner, as he breaks down exactly why most contractors struggle to hire — and what to do about it.…

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148: Jimmy Gavin - When the Ball Stops Bouncing: Navigating Life After Seven Years in European Basketball 54:06

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Send us a text Jimmy Gavin’s path took him from crushing self-doubt and a life-changing health diagnosis in high school to seven seasons of pro basketball across Europe, through a humbling tech-sales gig, and now into a leadership role directing sports initiatives. Along the way, he discovered that raw honesty, relentless hustle, and a tight-knit s…

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147: Lexi Chambers - Defying Limits: From Amputee to World Record Holder 45:31

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Send us a text In this episode Ryan sits down with Lexi Chambers, an adaptive athlete who has shattered expectations and set multiple world records—all while using a standard NHS wheelchair. After a below-the-knee amputation due to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), Lexi refused to let disability define her. Instead, she turned to endurance spo…

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#4 | The Retention Game: Keep Your Students Fired Up and Showing Up! 25:28

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Send us a text The secret lies in creating a paradigm shift in how families perceive martial arts training. Rather than allowing parents to view classes as "just another activity" alongside soccer or baseball, Master Lee positions the black belt journey as an essential component of childhood development—akin to education itself. This philosophical …

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146: Jess Borg - How the Olympic dream led to unexpected career paths and a mission to help other athletes 1:01:15

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Send us a text What happens when an 8-year-old’s Olympic dream doesn’t pan out? For Jess, a former elite taekwondo and boxing athlete, it meant reinventing herself—twice—while battling concussions, identity crises, and the harsh realities of transitioning out of sports. In this episode, you’ll hear: - How a diagnosis of low muscle tone led her to t…

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145: Gavin Freeman: How Elite Athletes (and You) Can Master Decision-Making and Career Transition 59:23

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Send us a text In today's episode, we dive deep into the real psychology behind career transitions, decision-making, and finding your true path after sport — and why it’s way less logical and way more emotional than you think. We are joined by Gavin Freeman, a sports psychologist, MBA lecturer, and corporate strategist who shares fascinating storie…

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#3 | Crack the Code: 20 New Students in 30 Days! 27:26

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Send us a text Want to rapidly grow your martial arts school? This episode delivers a masterclass in strategic enrollment growth from someone who's done it consistently across multiple locations. Master Lee breaks down his exact formula for enrolling 20 new students in just 30 days—a system built on proactive marketing rather than passively waiting…

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144: Greg Philips - Your Attitude Decides Your Altitude – The Relentless Mindset of a Champion Swimmer 1:09:29

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Send us a text Greg's journey isn't your typical athlete-to-executive story. This is about what happens when you walk away from elite sport cold turkey (for 10 years), then suddenly find yourself pulled back in – while building a career, starting a family, and even stepping into a boxing ring. In this episode, we get raw about: That moment a 24-hou…

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#2 | Stop Losing Leads - Start Gaining Students! 29:06

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Send us a text Master Lee, with over 2,100 active students across multiple locations, shares the mathematical formula behind martial arts school growth in this data-driven episode of Black Belt Banter. By reverse-engineering your student acquisition goals, you can precisely calculate how many leads and trials you need to achieve sustainable growth.…

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143: Aleisha McCall: Building a Business - Lessons from an Athlete Entrepreneur 52:05

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Send us a text Aleisha’s journey from elite synchronized figure skating to founding a rockstar media company is inspiring, and a masterclass in translating athletic discipline into business success. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we dive into the gritty reality of career transition: the identity crises, the $35,000 gamble that changed everyt…

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#1 | The Secret to Growing Your Martial Arts School Beyond 100 Students! 36:32

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Send us a text Break Through the 100-Student Mark and Watch Your School Thrive! In this inaugural episode, we’re revealing the key strategies and mindset shifts needed to push your martial arts school past the important 100-student milestone. Discover the best ways to attract students and create a dynamic training environment that keeps everyone en…

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142: Rachel Lewis: "Why Can’t We Dream Bigger?" – Olympic Sacrifice, Identity, and Life After Sport 59:55

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Send us a text What happens when the roar of the crowd fades and the Olympic dream becomes a memory? For Rachel Lewis, the transition from elite athlete to "what’s next?" wasn’t just a career shift—it was an identity crisis, a financial struggle, and ultimately, a mission to change the game for future athletes. In this raw and inspiring conversatio…

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141: Marnie Wills: Sport, Business, and AI: You Never Lose, You Only Learn 46:11

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Send us a text In today's episode, Ryan sits down with Marnie—a former dual international athlete (representing England in both netball and touch rugby), mum of two, and entrepreneur who’s revolutionizing early-years sports education and AI adoption in business. Marnie’s story is one of relentless determination, adaptability, and learning to thrive…

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Episode 148: Walter Robinson - How Journalists Exposed the Catholic Sexual Abuse Story 1:26:05

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Walter Robinson is an investigative journalist, an editor-at-large at "The Boston Globe," and is the Donald W. Reynolds Visiting Professor of Journalism at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University. This is a rebroadcast of episode 42, from 2022. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting…

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140: Kuhoo Garg: Blinded By Sporting Excellence - From World #34 to Indian Police Service 53:02

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Send us a text When Kuhoo Garg tore her ACL during her comeback tournament after COVID, little did she know this injury would redirect her life's purpose. As a former world #34 badminton player representing India, Kuhoo had dedicated everything to her sport—sacrificing normal college experiences, social connections, and career exploration in pursui…

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Episode 147: Mark Clifford: Why Is China Afraid of Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai? 54:35

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Mark Clifford is president of the Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong and the author of "The Troublemaker: How Jimmy Lai Became a Billionaire, Hong Kong's Greatest Dissident, and China's Most Feared Critic." ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episodes -…

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139: Tarek Moustafa - Who Are You When the Game Ends? 59:59

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Send us a text In today's episode, Ryan sits down with Tarek Moustafa, a passionate advocate for personal development and athlete well-being. Tarek shares his unique journey from being a young boy diagnosed with autism to becoming a mentor, educator, and podcast host. Through his work in schools and his podcast Life in Sport, Tarek is dedicated to …

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Episode 146: James Hollis - How To Be Who You Are 1:01:19

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James Hollis is a Jungian psychoanalyst and the author of many books, including "A Life of Meaning," which is the primary subject of our conversation. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episodes ------------ Support via Venmo Support on Substack Suppor…

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138: Andrew Farley - How Chance Conversations Lead To Great Things: From Rugby to Corporate 1:11:41

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Send us a text In this episode, Ryan sits down with Andrew, a former elite rugby player who carved out a 15-year career across Australia, Wales, Ireland, and France. From captaining teams in Europe to managing operations for a global engineering company, Andrew shares how the lessons learned in rugby—discipline, teamwork, and resilience—translated …

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Episode 145: Daniel Lieberman - Direct Dopamine To Friends, Not Phones 58:53

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Daniel Lieberman is a psychiatrist, the SVP of mental health at Hims & Hers, and the author of the best-selling book, The Molecule of More. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episodes ------------ Support via Venmo Support on Substack Support on Patreo…

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137: Mikel Thomas: How I Overcame Injuries and Adversity to Find Purpose 1:10:10

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Send us a text In today's episode, we sit down with Mikel Thomas, a three-time Olympian whose journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. From his humble beginnings in Trinidad and Tobago to the global stage of the Olympics, Mikel's story is one of triumph over adversity, both on and off the track.…

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Episode 144: Orna Donath: The Last Taboo - Women Who Regret Motherhood 57:23

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Orna is an Israeli sociologist, a teacher at Tel Aviv University, and the author of the landmark book, "Regretting Motherhood." This is a rebroadcast of episode 78, from 2023.

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136: Christine Ngeve - From College Athlete to Mental Health Advocate and Career Coach 49:25

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Send us a text In today's episode, Ryan sits down with Christine Ngeve, a former multi-sport college athlete turned mental health advocate and career coach for athletes. Christine’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of preparing for life beyond sport. From her days as a three-sport athlete at univer…

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Episode 143: Robert Plomin - The Power of Genes in Human Nature 1:30:09

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Robert Plomin is a British-American scientist, a psychologist and behavioral geneticist, and the author of the bestselling book, Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episodes ------------ Support via Venmo Support …

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135: Mithula Umakanth - From International Badminton Star to Finance Scholar 55:18

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Send us a text Transitioning out of a professional sports career is never easy, and for former international badminton player Mithula Umakanth, it was a journey of loss, self-discovery, and reinvention. In this episode, Mithula shares her raw and inspiring story - moving from the highs of elite sports to the uncertainty of finding a new career path…

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Episode 142: Derek Sivers: How To Keep Growing 1:46:54

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Derek Sivers is a TED speaker, an essayist, a businessman, a musician, one of my favorite thinkers on the planet, and the author of many books including his most recent, Useful Not True: Whatever Works For You. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episod…

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134: Mack Horton - Creative Advertising and Embracing Life Beyond Swimming Gold 50:20

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Send us a text What happens when an Olympic gold medalist swaps the pool for the office? On this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of former world-class swimmer Mack Horton as he transitions from elite athlete to corporate professional. Mack opens up about the surreal experience of announcing his retirement from professional swimming and…

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Episode 141: Anna Lembke - Dopamine Nation: Overcoming Modern Addictions 1:25:24

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Anna Lembke is a psychiatrist, Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic, and the author of "Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence." This is a rebroadcast of episode 35, from 2022. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and…

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133: Rachel Howard - What is a Dual Career: International Goalkeeper and Adidas Leader 1:03:32

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Send us a text What do you do when life throws 25 shots your way? If you’re Rachel Howard, you save them, earn MVP, and rewrite the playbook for success on and off the pitch. From New Zealand’s national goalkeeper to General Manager of the Pacific Region at Adidas, Rachel has mastered the art of rising to the challenge and leaving a lasting impact …

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Episode 140: Russell Foster - Sleep: The Most Important Thing You Do 1:06:53

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Russell Foster is a sleep expert, a professor of circadian neuroscience, a fellow of the Royal Society, and the author of Life Time. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episodes ------------ Support via Venmo Support on Substack Support on Patreon -----…

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132: Evan Bush and Julian Gonzalez on Reinventing Careers After Sports 58:17

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Send us a text What happens when your career in sports—or any field you’ve poured your soul into—comes to an end? How do you prepare for life after the spotlight? In this episode, we’re exploring these pivotal questions with Evan Bush, a 16-year Major League Soccer veteran and one of the league’s oldest active players, and Julian Gonzalez, a former…

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Episode 139: Nick Pollard - The Problem With People-Pleasing 1:12:58

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Nick Pollard, "The People Displeaser," is a speaker and life coach who advocates for honest, authentic living through mindful boundaries, free of people-pleasing. ------------ Book Dan to do an interview or a meeting ------------ Keep Talking Substack Spotify Apple Podcasts Social media and all episodes ------------ Support via Venmo Support on Sub…

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131: Lewis Paris - How to Build a Fitness Brand From the Ground Up: Community, Exploration and Leadership 1:01:54

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Send us a text What if you let life’s twists guide you instead of forcing the next step? For Lewis Paris, this mindset turned an ACL injury into the foundation of a thriving fitness empire. From dreams of a football career to spinning records as a DJ in Greece, Lewis’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of following li…