The Diary Of A CEO - Steven Bartlett n3j5

What if the price of every laugh was your own happiness? Jimmy Fallon reveals the shocking toll of his comedy empire.  Jimmy Fallon is host of ‘The Tonight Show’, Emmy-winning comedian and television personality, and former host of ‘Saturday Night Live’ (SNL). He is also the author of children’s and comedy books such as, 'Papa Doesn't Do Anything!’ and is set to launch a new innovative marketing show called ‘On Brand with Jimmy Fallon’ this Fall. Jimmy discusses: How he didn’t expect the entertainment industry to be so brutal. Why his sense of humour became his secret weapon. How he navigated receiving hate after achieving massive success in comedy. How his strict Catholic upbringing shaped his relentless need to please others. How his mother’s gave him the confidence to chase his dreams. 00:00 Intro 02:24 What Made Jimmy the Way He Is Nowadays 03:37 The Earliest Memory of Jimmy Wanting to Please Others 04:52 Jimmy's Parents 07:33 Jimmy's Mother 13:02 Who Was Jimmy Trying to Impress More: His Mother or His Father? 14:28 Jimmy's Relationship With Money 17:05 Jimmy's Anecdote With Jerry Seinfeld 21:11 Was Jimmy a Confident Young Man? 22:11 Principles for Achieving Your Childhood Dream 25:51 How Did Jimmy's Parents React to His Career Plans? 28:10 Did Jimmy Ever Doubt Himself While Trying to Break Into Show Business? 33:51 Where Does Jimmy's ion for SNL Come From? 37:58 Jimmy's Mental Health During the Auditioning Phase 40:41 What Would Jimmy Say to His Younger Self? 45:09 What Life Would Have Been Like If Jimmy Hadn’t Got on SNL 47:32 Jimmy's First SNL Audition 52:00 Getting on SNL Before Turning 25 – A Non-Negotiable Goal 53:32 Ads 57:36 Finally Getting SNL 01:02:01 Was There an Anticlimax When Jimmy Got on SNL? 01:02:50 Struggles With Public Criticism 01:05:55 How Did Jimmy Cope With Fame? 01:09:48 How Meeting Influential People Changed Jimmy’s Perspective 01:12:20 How to Never Get Bored of Hosting a Show 01:14:12 How Does Jimmy Keep Himself Challenged? 01:14:52 Dada and "Mama" Books 01:16:23 How Jimmy's Mother's Death Changed Him 01:19:01 What Jimmy Misses About His Mother 01:20:39 Jimmy's Grief After His Mother's Death 01:21:35 Would Jimmy Have Followed His ion Without His Mother? 01:22:33 When Did Jimmy Start Being Concerned With Longevity? 01:26:50 Is There Another Chapter Beyond TV for Jimmy? 01:29:04 How Is Jimmy Misunderstood? 01:29:31 Jimmy's Pursuits Outside of TV 01:32:31 What Would Jimmy's Gravestone Say? 01:34:02 How Becoming a Father Shifted Jimmy’s Meaning of Life 01:34:44 Life Advice Jimmy Would Give to His Daughters 01:36:39 Question From the Previous Guest Follow Jimmy: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3HiDAs1  X - https://bit.ly/3Su5zrd  TikTok - https://bit.ly/3Hk24Bu  You can purchase Jimmy’s book, Papa Doesn't Do Anything!, here: https://amzn.to/3HgeQkc  The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors:  Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett   Perfect Ted - https://www.perfectted.com  with code DIARY40 for 40% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Mike Israetel breaks down the science of muscle growth and how to maximize your gains. Whether you’re new or experienced, learn key hypertrophy principles, effective training frequency, and why you don’t need endless gym hours to see results. Plus, discover how muscle memory helps you bounce back after breaks. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/yjVHL6vrLTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/qaWpqCyrLTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the secret to fixing back pain, avoiding dementia, and living longer is…your feet? Dr. Courtney Conley breaks down why your shoes are failing you. Dr Courtney Conley is a physician specialising in foot and gait mechanics. She is the founder of ‘Gait Happens’ and ‘Total Health Solutions’, where she aims to educate people about the importance of the human foot to overall health. She explains:  How foot pain leads to emotional distress, depression, and inactivity How 500 extra steps a day can cut heart attack risk by 7% Why 4,000 steps a day can slash dementia risk by 50% How Courtney’s overcame addiction and used movement to save her life Why children’s shoes are sabotaging their future health 00:00 Intro 02:22 Why Care About Feet 06:07 The Most Common Foot Injuries 07:49 What People Get Wrong About Foot Pain 11:48 The Link Between Walking, Longevity, and Depression 19:20 What Shoes Should I Wear to Help My Foot Strength? 25:55 Our Feet vs. Tribe Feet 28:09 Insoles Help Initially but Not Long Term 30:58 1 in 3 People Will Develop Foot Pain 31:36 Pain in the Heel (Plantar Fasciitis) 34:04 Bigger Problems from Foot Issues 35:34 Problems with Wearing Heels 37:54 Characteristics of Good Shoes 39:54 Super-Cushioned Running Shoes: Good or Bad? 43:59 The Shocking Link Between Movement and Dementia 45:16 The Rise of Run Clubs 47:49 The Foot Gym 48:26 Bunion Diagnoses 57:12 Ads 59:16 Importance of Strong Feet at the Gym 1:06:17 What Is a Running Gait? 1:10:02 Are We Supposed to Be Barefoot? 1:17:42 Ads 1:19:42 Should We Wear Socks? 1:21:47 Viewer Comments 1:23:46 What Happens After Ankle Injuries Heal 1:26:58 What You'll Most Likely Regret in 10 Years 👀 DOAC Circle: https://bit.ly/circle-youtube Follow Dr Courtney: Instagram - ⁠https://bit.ly/43mfyoU⁠  Gait Happens - ⁠https://bit.ly/43EXDZq⁠  The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: ⁠https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt⁠  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb⁠  Get email updates: ⁠https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt⁠  Follow Steven: ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb⁠  Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off Stan Store - Visit https://link.stan.store/stanchallenge to the challenge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From cold emails to global dominance - the Airbnb story began with rejection. In this unmissable episode of CEO Diaries, Airbnb founder and CEO Brian Chesky reveals the brutal truth about rejection, resilience, building world-changing companies, and the one thing more important than product or profit: culture. Visit - ⁠www.linkedin.com/DOAC⁠ Listen to the full episode here - Spotify -https://g2ul0.app.link/WgBxbVavJTb Apple - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/89nODBivJTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if AI isn’t just a tool - but the greatest threat to human connection we’ve ever faced? Simon Sinek is a world-renowned entrepreneur, optimism expert, and founder of The Optimism Company, a platform which teaches human skills to leaders and organisations. He is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Start With Why’ and ‘Leaders Eat Last’.  He explains:  Why modern politics is killing your sense of purpose. Why we’ve forgotten how to be a good friend.   How AI will create a generation of helpless humans.  The number one secret skill AI can’t learn.  How human skills like empathy are vanishing.  00:00 Intro 02:35 Biggest Forces of Change in Society 06:05 Is AI Cause for Concern? 12:55 Authenticity in the Age of AI 18:38 Skills Needed in the Evolving World of AI 20:08 Is Universal Basic Income a Solution to AI-Driven Job Loss? 20:58 UBI’s Impact on Meaning and Purpose 24:34 The Uncertain Future of AI 25:48 The Race for AI Dominance 28:25 AI’s Long-Term Impact on People’s Lives 32:32 Preparing Young People for the Future of AI 35:27 Importance of Gratitude in a World of Unlimited Possibilities 45:35 Importance of Relationships 48:03 Importance of Failure 49:07 Learning Through Experience and Resourcefulness 53:52 Why Struggle Is a Good Thing 55:45 People Buy the Story, Not the Product 59:37 Scale Breaks Things 1:02:37 Ads 1:03:41 Self-Love as a Key to Successful Relationships 1:05:31 Why Wrong Is Easier 1:09:15 Friction Creates Freedom 1:11:18 Building Community in the Age of AI 1:13:45 What Holds a Community Together? 1:16:57 Staying True to Your Values 1:20:46 Does Lack of Meaning and Purpose Lead to Loneliness? 1:22:21 Loneliness by Gender 1:23:06 Mental Health and Likelihood of Loneliness 1:25:15 How to Find Companionship When Lonely 1:30:37 Curiosity as a Key to Building Connection 1:32:28 Importance of Staying in Touch With Your Emotions 1:36:19 Drop in Automation-Related Job Postings 1:38:06 AI as an Opportunity to Discover New Hobbies and Skills 1:42:24 What Simon Is Struggling With Right Now 1:46:27 Choosing the Right Person to Fight With 1:48:33 Self-Reliance as a Career Foundation 1:53:26 Why Simon Wrote a Book About Friendship 1:56:20 How to Know if Someone Is a Friend 1:57:40 Following Up With People You Connect With 2:01:17 Mentoring Someone Behind You 2:03:08 The Challenge Coins 2:13:16 What Simon Misses About Being in a Relationship Follow Simon:  Instagram - https://bit.ly/3z0riRb  Twitter - https://bit.ly/45jgWrz  Spotify: You can purchase the 15th Anniversary Edition of Simon’s book, here: https://bit.ly/3SOMdx3   The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  👀 28.05.2025. Be the first to know: https://bit.ly/circle-youtube  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY Ekster - http://partner.ekster.com/DOAC with code STEVEN Perfect Ted - https://www.perfectted.com with code DIARY40 for 40% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Ramani Durvasula explains the toxic and insidious nature of narcissistic abuse and gaslighting. In this powerful conversation, learn the psychological tactics narcissists use, from denying your reality to invalidating your experiences, and how to reclaim your sense of self in the face of manipulation. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/iSxOEXrTzTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/JjQg2rvTzTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos⁠ Dr Ramani Durvasula - https://doctor-ramani.com/# Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you unknowingly damaging your brain and raising your cancer risk with just one drink? Discover the alarming truth about alcohol from Dr. Sarah Wakeman, what every adult needs to know now. Dr. Sarah Wakeman is a senior medical director for substance use disorder at Massachusetts General Brigham Hospital, the number one research hospital in the world. She is also the Medical Director of the Mass General Hospital Addiction Consult Team and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.  She explains:  How alcohol is hijacking your dopamine system. Why no amount of alcohol is good for your brain. The shocking truth about moderate drinking. How doctors are failing addiction patients on a daily basis. Why 1 in 3 people will struggle with alcohol. 00:00 Intro 02:23 Sarah's Mission 02:52 Sarah's Education and Experience 03:40 Issues With Addiction Treatment in the Modern World 04:31 What Is Addiction? 05:48 What Things Are Capable of Being Addictive? 06:47 Physiological Dependence vs. Addiction 07:25 Scale of the Problem: Why Should People Care? 08:59 Is Society Getting Better or More Addicted? 09:32 Substance-Related Deaths During the Pandemic 10:22 What Drives People to Use Substances? 12:24 Substances' Effects on the Brain 14:29 Does Trauma at a Young Age Increase Addiction Risk? 16:36 The Opposite of Addiction Is Connection 18:11 Why Addiction Matters to Sarah 19:02 Living With a Family Member Struggling With Addiction 20:43 Who Is Sarah Trying to Save? 22:57 Change Happens When the Pain of Staying the Same Is Greater Than the Pain of Change 25:53 Misconceptions About Alcohol 28:15 Is There a Healthy Level of Alcohol Consumption? 28:50 Is One Drink a Day Safe for Health? 30:38 Link Between Moderate Drinking and Cancer 33:23 Types of Cancer Linked to Alcohol Consumption 34:51 Cancer Risk Among Heavy Drinkers 35:31 Heavy Drinking and Comorbidities as Cancer Risk Factors 36:20 How Alcohol Drives Cancer Mechanisms 38:00 Alcohol and Weight Gain 38:54 The Role of the Liver 42:07 Liver's Ability to Regenerate 46:37 How Alcohol Causes Brain Deterioration 47:23 Other Organs Affected by Alcohol 48:00 Alcohol's Impact on the Heart 49:08 Body Fat Percentage and Alcohol Tolerance 50:05 Does High Alcohol Tolerance Prevent Organ Damage? 50:46 What Is a Hangover? 52:14 Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Alcohol 53:47 Is Rehab Effective for Addiction? 56:50 Psychedelic Therapy for Addiction 57:36 GLP-1 Medications for Addiction Treatment 59:03 Ads 59:59 Celebrity Addictions 1:02:24 Stigma Around Addiction 1:04:41 Addiction Cases That Broke Sarah's Heart 1:12:43 Is Empathy Positive Reinforcement for Addicted Individuals? 1:15:34 Setting Boundaries With an Addicted Person 1:18:57 Motivational Interviewing to Recovery 1:22:19 Finding Motivation for Positive Change 1:26:03 Habits to Addiction Recovery 1:29:12 Ads 1:30:18 Can the Brain Recover From Addiction? 1:34:55 Unexpected Sources of Addictive Behavior 1:35:35 How Sarah Copes With Difficult Addiction Cases 1:37:10 Importance of Language Around Addiction 1:41:40 How Labels Limit People's Potential 1:46:05 Sarah's Book You can find out more about Dr. Sarah’s profile, here: https://bit.ly/4mxu191  Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: ⁠bit.ly/100-ceos-megaphone⁠ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Research document: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11xEfVt4S6nFyJw8jTJNysBPVUra2CzWK/view?usp=sharing Sponsors: Ekster - https://partner.ekster.com/DIARYOFACEO with code DOAC Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the next six weeks, we’re bringing you the most unmissable moments from The Diary of a CEO, a masterclass in work, business, and entrepreneurship. These are the lessons that built some of the most iconic companies in the world, shared by the visionary CEOs behind them. We begin with Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn. In this powerful conversation, Reid breaks down the surprising trait that separates good entrepreneurs from the greats and why ignoring it could be your biggest mistake. He shares the story of whats like working with Elon Musk, what most people get wrong about ambition, and the brutal trade-offs that come with building at scale. You’ll learn how different leadership styles create different outcomes and what it really takes to build companies that last. Visit - www.linkedin.com/DOAC Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/kXUCbNYywTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/AkpmkV6ywTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your daily diet secretly fuelling chronic disease? Dr. William Li reveals the shocking truth about what you're really eating. Dr. William Li is a world-renowned medical scientist specialising in chronic disease and blood vessel growth. He is Founder & President of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and his groundbreaking research has led to 44 medical treatments that target over 70 diseases. He is also the bestselling author of ‘Eat To Beat Your Diet’. He explains:  The number one common food that feeds cancer cells The surprising link between salt and accelerated aging How poor sleep is connected to belly fat The hidden health risks of microplastics in your diet How sugar quietly fuels chronic diseases 00:00 Intro   02:28 What Will People Out of This Conversation?   03:14 What Key Diseases Correlate to Diet?   04:35 Where Is Our Society at with Health and Food?   08:06 How Cancer Works in Our Body   14:50 How to Lower Your Risk of Cancer   16:09 Foods That Fuel Cancer   17:56 Debunking “Superfoods”   18:39 Risks of Electrolytes   19:46 Lowering the Body's Defenses: Risk of Consuming Added Sugars   21:26 Alcohol   22:08 Risks of Drinking Alcohol   22:43 How Does Stress Impact Immunity?   24:50 The Relationship Between Stress, Sleep, and Sickness   26:30 Why Lack of Sleep Contributes to Stress: The Glymphatic System   28:00 Deep Sleep Clears Your Mind and Burns Fat!   30:01 Why Are Cancer Cases in Young People Increasing?   32:54 Microplastics in Our Bodies   37:15 How Can I Lower My Exposure to Microplastics?   37:53 Benefits of Green Tea—but the Danger of Teabags!   40:17 Which Tea Has the Best Health Benefits?   41:32 Is Matcha Good for Me?   42:32 The Link Between Cured Meats and Cancer   46:10 My Personal Story with Cancer   58:50 Groundbreaking New Studies with AI   1:02:38 Successful Cancer Treatment Linked to Specific Gut Bacteria   1:09:01 What’s the Best Food Diet?   1:13:04 Why Is Japan Considered One of the Healthiest Countries?   1:16:29 The Different Body Fat Types and How They Affect You   1:22:23 Visceral Fat: Dangerous for Cancer   1:33:43 The Link Between Fat and Coffee   1:40:55 Is Fasting Good for Fat Loss?   1:43:08 Brain Diseases   1:46:26 Food Is Medicine   1:52:39 Should We Use Food Supplements?   1:54:15 The Superfoods Helping Our Body   👀 28.05.2025. Be the first to know: https://bit.ly/circle-mp Follow Dr William:  Instagram - https://bit.ly/4krzrR2 Website - https://bit.ly/3SaLlmb  Youtube - https://bit.ly/4doaaox  You can purchase Dr William’s book, ‘Eat To Beat Your Diet’, here: https://amzn.to/44HiE7Z  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Notion - https://notion.com/doac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As AI rapidly advances, Mo Gawdat shares a candid and thoughtful exploration of what the future holds for humanity. From AI’s growing intelligence and its impact on creativity to the looming disruption of jobs and society, this top moment challenges us to rethink our role in a world where machines might outsmart us. Mo also reflects on the irreplaceable value of human connection and the need to prepare for a future shaped by technology. Whether you’re excited or worried about AI, this conversation offers a crucial perspective on how we adapt, survive, and find meaning in the age of artificial intelligence. yourself by visiting: ⁠Gartner.com/Symposium⁠ Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/ocYmHrkuoTb⁠ Apple - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/EBSoMmQuoTb⁠ Watch the Episodes On YouTube - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos⁠ Mo Gawdat - https://www.mogawdat.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He created YouTube’s first-ever fitness channel and spent decades training pro athletes, now Jeff Cavaliere reveals the truth about creatine, fat loss, and real muscle growth. Jeff Cavaliere is a renowned physical therapist, strength coach, and founder of ATHLEAN-X, one of the world’s most trusted fitness brands blending science-based training with real-world results. He is also the author of books such as, ‘AthleanX's Train Like an Athlete: Intelligent Training to Build the Ultimate Body’. He discusses: The science behind creatine and how it really s muscle growth and recovery. Why you’re struggling to lose belly fat, and the simple fixes that actually work. The most harmful fitness myths that keep people weak, tired, and injured. Small but powerful changes that help burn fat and preserve lean muscle mass. Why grip strength predicts overall health and how to train it effectively. How “nerd neck” and poor posture can destroy your gains, and how to fix it fast. 00:00 Intro 02:16 Jeff's Mission 05:43 Training the World's Best Athletes 06:30 Motivation vs. Discipline 07:57 Advice for People Struggling to Get Started 10:27 What Motivates Jeff's Audience? 14:29 The Impact of Doing Hard Things 17:23 Are There Exercises Jeff Avoids? 18:11 Deepest Motivators for Fitness 21:43 Surface-Level Motivators for Fitness 23:20 How to Look Good Physically 25:07 How to Lose Body Fat and Get Leaner 25:57 Less Obvious Nutrition Offenders 27:40 What to Look for on Food Labels 29:06 What Jeff Eats in a Day 33:50 Getting Rid of Stubborn Belly Fat 38:43 Misconceptions About Abs 40:47 Long-Term Consequences of Steroid and Growth Hormone Use 44:38 Training for Longevity 50:17 Top 3 Overlooked Elements of Training 52:16 Improving Flexibility and Mobility 54:07 Workout Demo: 5 Key Exercises for Longevity 59:24 Ads 01:00:24 Why These 5 Exercises Matter for Longevity 01:03:11 Most Important Functional Movement: Thoracic Spine Rotation 01:11:21 Exercises to Prevent Hunching with Age 01:14:36 Train Longer or Harder? 01:16:32 Importance of Proper Form 01:19:35 What Is Nerd Neck? 01:21:20 Common and Avoidable Gym Injuries 01:24:15 How to Do Less and Achieve More 01:26:54 7-Day Comprehensive Workout Plan 01:30:48 Sets and Reps for These Workouts 01:32:07 Growing Biceps 01:33:57 Grip Strength and Its Link to Longevity 01:39:26 Women's Average Grip Strength 01:41:58 Can Grip Strength Be Trained Individually? 01:42:30 How to Avoid or Improve Back Pain 01:47:58 Jeff's Opinion on Standing Desks 01:52:20 Jeff's Advice on Supplements 01:53:49 Creatine Benefits and Misconceptions 02:01:20 Are Some Protein Powders Better Than Others? 02:02:51 Foods Jeff Would Never Eat 02:03:33 Jeff's View on Melatonin 02:04:29 Is There an Optimal Way to Sleep? You can follow Jeff, here: YouTube - https://bit.ly/4mfLt1B  Instagram - https://bit.ly/3YKF58s  Athlean-X - https://bit.ly/4dnOU2k  You can purchase Jeff’s book, ‘AthleanX's Train Like an Athlete: Intelligent Training to Build the Ultimate Body’, here: https://amzn.to/4j6g6Up  100 CEOs: Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: ⁠https://bit.ly/100-ceos-megaphone⁠ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will AI replace God, steal your job, and change your future? Amjad Masad, Bret Weinstein, and Daniel Priestley debate the terrifying warning signs, and why you need to understand them now.  Amjad Masad is the founder and CEO of Replit, the world's leading online programming environment and community. Daniel Priestley is a serial entrepreneur and advises fast-growing companies on innovation, marketing, and the future of work in the age of AI. Bret Weinstein is an evolutionary biologist, expert in complex systems and host of the DarkHorse Podcast. In this debate, they explain:  Why AI threatens 50% of the global workforce. How AI agents are already replacing millions of jobs and how to use them to your advantage. How AI will disrupt creative industries and hijack human consciousness. The critical skills that will matter most in the AI-powered future. What parents must teach their kids now to survive the AI age. How to harness AI’s power ethically. 00:00 Intro 07:14 What Is an AI Agent? 09:11 Who Is Bret and What Are His Views on AI? 12:58 Who Is Dan? 14:42 Where Are the Boundaries? 15:56 What Could AI Potentially Do? 17:01 Bret's Concerns: AI and a New Species 19:33 The Disruptive Potential of AI in Its Current Form 20:33 Is AI Just a Tool? 21:38 Those Who Leverage AI Will Be the Winners 25:15 What Abuse Are We Currently Seeing? 30:57 The Collateral Damage of AI 39:08 What Will Happen to Humans? 42:15 Which Jobs Will Be Replaced by AI? 45:34 Could AI Development Affect Western Economies? 49:00 Is AI Removing Our Agency? 57:39 Will Authenticity Be More Valued in the AI Era? 59:16 Will Markets Become Fairer or More Unbalanced? 1:03:45 The Economic Displacement 1:05:45 Worldcoin and the Case for Universal Basic Income 1:11:47 Are We Losing Meaning and Purpose? 1:14:44 AI's Impact on Loneliness, Relationships, and Connection 1:18:57 Can Education Adapt to the AI Era? 1:26:07 What Should AI Teach Our Children? 1:31:19 Ads 1:32:20 Is This Inevitable? 1:38:18 Will We Start Living Like House Cats? 1:44:44 Hyper-Changing World: Are We Designed for It? 1:50:25 The 5 Key Threats of AI 1:51:51 Deepfakes and AI Scams 1:59:43 An Optimistic Take on the AI Era 2:03:37 AI for Business Opportunities 2:08:34 Ads 2:10:32 AI Autonomous Weapons 2:17:59 Do We Live Among Aliens or in a Simulation? 2:21:31 How to Live a Good Life in the AI Era 📣 100 CEOs: Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: ⁠https://bit.ly/100-ceos-megaphone⁠ Follow Amjad:  X - https://bit.ly/3SsT92D  Website - https://bit.ly/44y7YIO  Follow Daniel: X - https://bit.ly/4jZRa1S  Instagram - https://bit.ly/3F2Q8mK  Website - https://bit.ly/3Ssg6mG  Follow Bret:  X - https://bit.ly/3EVAHwH  You can purchase Daniel’s book, ‘Scorecard Marketing: The four-step playbook for getting better leads and bigger profits’, here: https://amzn.to/45aByEa  You can purchase Bret’s book, ‘A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century: Evolution and the Challenges of Modern Life’, here: https://amzn.to/4dcJoPU  The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Zero sugar” doesn’t mean zero damage. Dr. Robert Lustig exposes how the food industry misleads you with health claims while quietly fuelling obesity and chronic disease. From insulin-spiking sweeteners to mislabeled packaging, this moment unpacks the deception behind so-called healthy foods - and what you should actually be eating instead. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/KhJ5MG5BcTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/Drk2qW9BcTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Dr Robert Lustig - https://robertlustig.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He silenced the critics, defied the odds, and walked through fire - Chris Eubank Jr. tells the full story of one of 2025’s most unforgettable fights. Chris Eubank Jr. is a world-class professional boxer, middleweight contender, and son of the legendary former professional boxer, Chris Eubank Sr. In April 2025, he won against Connor Benn in one of the most highly anticipated fights in British boxing history.  He discusses:  Why he refused to shake Conor Benn’s hand. Why the fight almost collapsed the night before. The real reason his father publicly disowned him. The pain of losing his brother, and raising his nephew as his own. 00:00 Intro 01:56 How Are You Feeling After the Fight? 06:09 Something Didn't Look Quite Right With You That Night 09:39 The Things That Were Against Me on the Night 11:47 The Night Before the Fight, My Father Finally Opened Up 20:23 How Me and My Dad Finally Made Up 28:50 What Caused the Rift Between You and Your Father? 36:57 Did Him Calling You a Disgrace Impact Your Mental Health? 41:59 Were You Thinking About Your Younger Brother During the Fight? 48:56 Rehydration Restriction 53:46 How Much Did You Get for the Fight? 1:00:23 What Was Going Through Your Head in the Final Moments 1:03:10 The Time I Spent in Hospital 1:05:55 Ads 1:06:53 Have You Got a Newfound Respect for Conor? 1:09:18 The Failed Drug Tests 1:13:50 The Egg Slap 1:15:19 The Rematch With Conor 1:21:39 Did Conor Surprise You? 1:24:16 The Walkout 1:29:18 Billy Joe Saunders 1:31:29 Who Would Your Next 3 Fights Be? 1:34:17 You Before Starting Boxing 1:40:29 Your Relationship With Frank Smith 1:43:48 If You Had One Album for the Rest of Your Life, What Would It Be? Follow Chris:  Instagram - https://rebrand.ly/iabtt7v  TikTok - https://rebrand.ly/jligckn  The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/1-Diary-Megaphone-ad-r…  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Think like a CEO - the 100 CEOs newsletter: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter   Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsor: Vanta - https://vanta.com/steven Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off 100 CEOs: Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-megaphone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She turned hustle into a $4 billion brand, Emma Grede breaks down how she built Kardashian fashion empires  Emma Grede is the founding partner behind the globally successful brands SKIMS, Good American, and Safely, all launched with the Kardashian family. She is also Chairwoman of The Fifteen Percent Pledge, is a board member at Baby2Baby, and was named one of Forbes ‘Richest Self-Made Women in America’.  She explains:  Growing up in East London, raised by a single mother, and how early hardship forged her fierce independence. Taking on a maternal role from childhood, learning to lead through responsibility, empathy, and survival. Turning rejection, dyslexia, and a lack of qualifications into fuel for building billion-dollar fashion brands. Balancing ambition and motherhood, and the personal toll of leadership, hustle, and hard decisions. Building SKIMS and Good American without fashion training, and the mindset that made it all possible. 00:00 Intro   02:17 Becoming Emma Grede   03:58 Acting as the Mum and Raising My Siblings   06:49 Lacking a Father Figure Growing Up   08:25 Anger Management Tools I Learned   11:06 My Dream Was Always Fashion   12:20 Understanding Money Attachment Styles   14:32 Emma's Recipe to Achieve Anything   17:55 Customer   19:30 The Importance of Reliable Decision Partners & Mentality Shifts   21:38 Do People Need Mentors to Succeed?   24:06 The One Skill That Made Me an Entrepreneur   26:09 The Three Most Important Words for Career Advancement   27:25 Does Working in an Office Make Employees More Successful?   31:11 Traits of Future Successful People   33:32 Interview Red Flags & Work-Life Balance   39:32 Can You Be Successful and Have Work-Life Balance?   40:58 You Can't Be a Leader and a People Pleaser   43:51 Being Cancelled as a Leader and Public Figure   46:29 Racism and Sexism in the Business Industry   50:56 Dealing With Business Struggles and Crises   53:33 Top 3 Valuable Practices for Founders   55:58 Don't Get Stuck—Keep Fresh Eyes   57:15 Brands Copying Other Brands   01:00:42 Advice for People With Unive Partners   01:02:10 Scheduling Date Night   01:05:45 Meeting Kris Jenner   01:12:05 Pitching to Khloé Kardashian   01:12:43 Turning an Idea Into a Business   01:14:23 Strategies Deployed in Business   01:16:24 Building a Brand Strategy in 2025   01:21:11 First Principles of Business   01:25:59 How to Become the Best Salesperson   01:33:01 Learning How to Fire People   01:37:17 Attracting Top Talent to Your Company   01:39:37 What a Founder Shouldn't Do in Business   01:41:33 Hiring Exceptional People   01:45:42 Prejudices in the Workplace   01:49:09 Why Prejudices Shouldn’t Limit Anyone   01:50:39 How to Stop Giving a F***   01:54:16 When Do Successful Women Have Children?   01:56:01 My IVF Journey and Miscarriages   02:00:30 The Taboo Around Surrogacy, Freezing Eggs & Pregnancy   02:04:51 Emma Grede's New Podcast ‘Aspire’   Follow Emma:  Instagram - https://bit.ly/4jt2545  Good American - https://bit.ly/42yW9k6  SKIMS - https://bit.ly/4m1nFhV  Safely - https://bit.ly/3Sc4rbo  Aspire With Emma Grede Podcast - https://bit.ly/3RHBzYB The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/1-Diary-Megaphone-ad-r…  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Think like a CEO - the 100 CEOs newsletter: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter   Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Vanta - https://vanta.com/steven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re not lazy - you’re depleted. Andrew Huberman reveals how the hustle culture of chasing constant highs is depleting your brain’s dopamine reserves. In this powerful moment, discover why rest isn't laziness, and how to manage your energy for long-term focus, drive, and performance.  Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/CdOTZdJl1Sb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/kv06yZwl1Sb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle Obama served as the First Lady of the United States, entering the White House alongside Barack Obama. In this candid conversation, she s Steven with her brother Craig Robinson, a former college basketball coach turned executive, to open up about everything from Trump’s inauguration to marriage challenges, grief, and rediscovering her purpose. Widely regarded as one of today’s most influential voices on leadership, identity, and social progress, Michelle offers a rare, intimate look at her personal journey. Together, they discuss: How their parents instilled empathy, discipline, and resilience growing up amid racial tension. Michelle’s journey through elite schools and corporate law, driven by a need to tick society’s boxes. The evolution of Michelle and Barack’s relationship, from colleagues to lifelong partners. Fertility struggles, parenting tips, and what it really takes to sustain a long-term marriage. Navigating life in the White House, grief, personal boundaries, and rediscovering her true calling. 00:00 Intro 02:11 Michelle and Craig's Childhood 04:48 Values Learned from Their Parents 08:45 Michelle Skipping Second Grade 12:16 The Role of Race in Their Childhood 15:19 What "White Flight" Means 17:01 Coping with Racism 20:55 Overcoming Being Underestimated 26:33 Michelle's Search for Identity 30:20 Meeting Barack 31:59 Introducing Barack to the Family 33:48 Why Michelle Initially Rejected Barack 37:28 Michelle's Career Change: Pursuing Joy 40:52 Relationship with Barack 41:25 [No Title Provided – Consider Adding One] 44:56 Going to Counseling with Barack 49:34 Pregnancy Struggles 56:27 Hardest Moments in Their Marriage 57:31 Barack Obama Runs for Public Office 01:03:28 What I Should Have Said to Barack 01:07:11 Being the First Black First Lady and Facing Scrutiny 01:14:09 Reflections on a Sad Time 01:15:17 ing Your Mother 01:16:53 The Death of Your Mother 01:18:36 Processing the Grief 01:20:41 Not Attending Trump’s Inauguration Follow Michelle: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Ymxs7W  Twitter - https://bit.ly/4cYXiVC  In My Opinion Podcast - https://bit.ly/3YnxIUg  Follow Craig: Instagram - https://bit.ly/4lThkVB  Twitter - https://bit.ly/4lTGJ1f  You can purchase Michelle’s book, ‘Overcoming: A Workbook', here: https://amzn.to/4jTqcsi (UK) / https://amzn.to/3SbbelM (US)  The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/1-Diary-Megaphone-ad-r…  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  100 CEOs: Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: ⁠https://bit.ly/100-ceos-megaphone⁠ Get email updates: ⁠https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt⁠  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Airalo -  https://try.airalo.com/TheDiaryOfACEO with code DOAC3 Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is buying a house the biggest financial mistake you could make right now, and will the next Great Depression hit even harder? Morgan Housel reveals the real story.  Morgan Housel, partner at Collaborative Fund and bestselling author of ‘The Psychology of Money’ and ‘Same As Ever’, is one of the world’s top experts on financial psychology, economic collapse warnings, and building true financial freedom. His life-changing insights have transformed how millions approach money, investing, and wealth-building. In this conversation, Morgan and Steven discuss topics such as, how America’s economy could be quietly collapsing, how devastating tariffs may trigger another Great Depression, why robots are replacing the middle class, and the hidden $30 trillion debt threatening the future of the US. 00:00 Intro 02:10 Timeless Lessons of Greed, Wealth, and Happiness 04:51 The Current Tariff Situation in 2025 07:05 What Are Tariffs? 11:51 Trump's True Reason for the Tariffs 18:24 Why Is China the Factory of the World? 20:35 China Stopped Being a Cheap Labour Country 23:04 What's the Impact of the Tariffs? 25:07 America's Trust 26:42 Are We Heading for a Recession? 29:30 The Importance of Backups During a Recession 30:48 How to Be Financially Free in 2025 35:59 The Evolutionary Desire to Show Off — Status 40:42 Salary Differences 43:09 We Have a Distorted View of Financial Wealth 44:28 Advice for the Economic Crisis 45:55 How Much Money Do You Need Saved? 46:56 The Impact of AI in Our Wealth Building 56:22 The Skills You'll Need in the AI Era 57:56 How to Have a Money Mindset 01:00:56 Why People Get Stuck in Crypto Scams 01:03:34 Women vs. Men: Who's Better at Saving and Taking Risks? 01:06:15 Crypto 01:07:23 What History Tells Us About New Technologies, Wealth, and Failure 01:08:51 Could the Crypto Security System Be Broken? 01:10:21 The Strategies Wealthy People Use 01:11:55 Intelligence vs. Endurance 01:13:28 Why Is Perseverance Key? 01:15:12 The Best Way to Have a Big Investment Return 01:17:01 The Power of Compounding in Your Savings 01:22:06 How Money and Psychology Are Linked 01:27:03 You Need to Change Your View on Savings 01:31:10 Biggest Regrets of People on Their Deathbeds 01:37:20 The Most Asked Questions About Finances 01:41:17 Where Are Your Investments Allocated? 01:42:03 Vanguard Index Fund 01:49:54 Where to Invest Spare Cash? 01:56:24 The Dangers of Retiring 02:03:31 How to Live a Happy Life You can follow Morgan, here: Twitter - https://bit.ly/3RzBBSc  Website - https://bit.ly/42LM4PD  Instagram - https://bit.ly/449vnQp    You can pre-order Morgan’s books, The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life, here: https://amzn.to/3GmHRu4 (US) / https://amzn.to/3EEy5mE (UK) You can find out more about the books mentioned, here: ‘The Intelligent Investor’, Benjamin Graham: https://amzn.to/4iwqHHW  Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACEpisodes  My new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACBook  You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Sign up to receive email updates about Diary Of A CEO here: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter  Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Get your hands on the Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/conversationcards-mpPerfect Ted - https://www.perfectted.com with code DIARY40 for 40% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your anxiety, people-pleasing, or need to prove yourself isn’t a flaw… but a wound? Dr. Gabor Maté explains that trauma isn’t just about abuse or neglect - it’s the psychological injuries we carry from not getting our emotional needs met as children. This moment explores how those hidden wounds silently shape our adult lives - and how to finally begin healing them. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/3TMeC0BjPSb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/lnb9VOJjPSb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Dr. Gabor Maté: https://drgabormate.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From pain to purpose, Master Shi Heng Yi reveals the ancient mind tricks Shaolin monks use to master themselves and break free. Master Shi Heng Yi is Heaster of the Shaolin Temple Europe and a spiritual teacher, who shares ancient Eastern philosophy to help people master their mind, body, and purpose in life. He is also the author of the book, ‘Shaolin Spirit: The Way to Self-Mastery’. In this conversation, Master Shi Heng Yi and Steven discuss topics such as, the hidden epidemic nobody is talking about, the modern habit that’s quietly killing millions, why the West is falling, and the real reason you’re always anxious.  00:00 Intro 02:13 What's Your Mission & What Do People Come to You For 05:53 Why Are We Suffering? 07:34 How Do We Find Our Purpose? 13:18 Why People Struggle to Find Their Purpose 15:40 What Do We Need to Be Connected To? 21:26 Identities and the Feeling of Lack 26:56 Letting Go of Your Ideas 29:08 How to Break Old Patterns 34:57 Training New Patterns 35:43 Advice for Young Men 38:43 Why Are Young Men Struggling? 39:45 The 5 Things Holding All Humans Back 42:16 Living in a World Full of Temptations 43:23 Discipline 45:25 Be Aware of Your Trigger Moments 49:01 Bringing Light to the Dark Areas of Your Life 01:07:47 Negative Feelings That Stop You From Growing 01:10:49 How Not to Be Affected by What Others Think of You 01:26:06 Ads 01:26:58 Kung Fu and Waking Up 01:32:20 The Shaolin Virtues 01:33:13 Do You Believe in God? 01:36:02 Are You Happy? 01:37:28 What Are Karmic Connections? 01:38:49 What Is Your Daily Practice? 01:43:38 The Importance of Doing Hard Things 01:48:29 How Master Shi Embraces Growth Daily 01:53:05 First Step to Be Comfortable With Uncertainty 01:57:42 Ads 01:59:54 What Is the RAIN Method? 02:03:46 Your Last Message to Your Son 02:05:01 I Couldn't Grieve My Father's Death 02:11:22 What to Do When Things Are Left Unsaid With Someone Who's Gone 02:14:58 What Does It Mean to Master Oneself? 02:25:10 What Is Your Greatest Regret? Follow Master Shi Heng Yi:  Website - https://g2ul0.app.link/okadS79yNSb  YouTube - https://g2ul0.app.link/ja5XXWfzNSb  Shaolin Temple Europe - https://g2ul0.app.link/Usjn5W6yNSb  Shaolin Online - https://g2ul0.app.link/tFVJ6fczNSb  You can pre-order Master Shi Heng Yi’s book, ‘Shaolin Spirit: The Way to Self-Mastery’, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/gKQzAX2yNSb  Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACEpisodes  🚀 The 1% Diary is back - and it won’t be around for long, so act fast! https://bit.ly/1-Diary-Megaphone-ad-reads You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Sign up to receive email updates about Diary Of A CEO here: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter  Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Linkedin Jobs - https://www.linkedin.com/doac Perfect Ted - https://www.perfectted.com with code DIARY40 for 40% off Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices