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The James Altucher Show

James Altucher interviews the world’s leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the “Choose Yourself” story—these are the moments we relate to… when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, all who forged their own paths, found financial freedom and harnessed the power to create more meaningful and fulfilling lives.

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637 - Who is going to win the election and what should you do? With Phillip Stutts
Sep 23, 2020

After talking to Jim McKelvey, hearing what his data predicts for the election. I immediately called up my good friend, Phillip Stutts, to get an update on his latest data on the election. Phil has worked on campaigns for over 20 years. He knows the inside scoop. He surveys tens of thousands of people to find out what their top concerns are, what are they afraid of, what do they want, who will they vote for. He gives us the complete breakdown.

This episode is NOT only for you to understand what's going on in the political world, but also for people that own businesses. What should you look at, and what should your future strategy be to survive this lockdown.

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636 - Conscious Leadership with John Mackey, CEO of Whole Foods Market
Sep 22, 2020

Now is an interesting time, so I have the CEO of Whole Foods Market, John Mackey, on to talk about his new book, Conscious Leadership, and also his old book, Conscious Capitalism, which is also another must-read! We talked about all the up and down when he was starting Whole Food, the definition of capitalism, and what is considered as conscious capitalism, and how does it fair against socialism.

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635 - What is the State of US Economy with Jim McKelvey
Sep 19, 2020

It's time for another update on the state of US finance! After I wrote Why New York City is dead, doesn't seem like we have any solution for all the issue that I brought up in the article. So I called up my friend, Jim McKelvey, the founder of Square and the deputy chairman of the Federal Reserve, to ask him a bunch of questions. Will they bail out New York, what is the Federal Reserve doing right now to help the economy, and more!

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Side Hustle Friday: Make millions with For-Pay Community with John Lee Dumas and Kate Erickson
Sep 18, 2020

I am always impressed by John Lee Dumas and Kate Erickson on their for-pay community, Podcaster's Paradise. I have them on to talk about their podcast, how to build from scratch, and their approach of running such a successful for-pay community!

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634 - State of the Planet 2020 with Ian Bremmer
Sep 17, 2020

What in the world is going on!? The media doesn't cover the news. They only cover the "opinion of the day". I want to know WHAT IS HAPPENING? So I called up Ian Bremmer, an American political scientist and author with a focus on global political risk, and also the president and founder of Eurasia Group, to figure out what's going on and what the future will be?

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633 - How I Built This with Guy Raz
Sep 15, 2020

Guy Raz has interviewed 100 of the greatest entrepreneurs in the world for his podcast and now his book, "How I Built This". This book is a must for EVERY entrepreneur's library. In this episode, Guy tells me some of the lessons and stories he's learned from the likes of the founders of Airbnb, Spanx, Ben & Jerry's, and dozens of other companies.

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632 - All the Mistakes I've Made as an Entrepreneur
Sep 12, 2020

I have made mistakes my whole life as an Entrepreneur before I figured it out. Here are all the mistakes that I've made, and I hope you can avoid all of them and learn from them!

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Side Hustle Friday - Social Media Monetization with Daniel Snow
Sep 11, 2020

Another Side Hustle Friday! I have an idea to buy a lot of Instagram account with millions of followers and then point it to my account so I can do affiliate deals! And then I heard about, the Co-Founder of The Snow Agency, Daniel Snow! He did exactly that! Now he owns an agency and helped one of his clients from 30 thousand dollar revenue a month to 3 million dollars revenue a month in just 5 months! I can't wait to chat with him!

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631 - Consciousness vs Morality with Sam Harris
Sep 10, 2020

Sam Harris, author, Neuroscientist, and the host of the Making Sense Podcast came back on to talk about his new book, Making Sense: Conversations on Consciousness, Morality, and the Future of Humanity. We talked about racism, consciousness versus morality and how do you define morality. What is the baseline for human morality! He also recounted his encounter with Ben Affleck!

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630 - Blowing up in social media with Ryan Long
Sep 08, 2020

I have another Choose Yourself person on the podcast! Ryan Long, a comedian, a podcaster, and filmmaker came on the podcast and talk about the methods that you used to get blown up in social media and the comedy scene. He also talks about how to see things from a different perspective!

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629 - Open Letter to Why I Wrote the Article
Sep 05, 2020

I wrote a viral essay on LinkedIn, which said that due to the Coronavirus's devastating effect on the city, NYC as we know it is dead, forever.

A few days later, I woke up to find that the piece had received intense criticism from the likes of Jerry Seinfeld, who penned an op-ed against me in the NY Times, Mark Cuban, and even the mayor himself Bill DeBlasio—as well as millions of others.

While I included lots of factual data to back up my proclamation, outlining everything from the city's current real-estate crisis to a rise in unemployment and loss of culture, many were quick to assume I merely had given up on New York City altogether. This is far from the truth! Listen to this episode to learn more about why I wrote this piece, what that crazy experience was like, and what I believe needs to happen to save the New York City I can assure you I love so dearly.

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628 - Brooklyn President (and candidate for mayor) Eric Adams is BACK, and has some thoughts how to deal with the crisis.
Sep 04, 2020

Brooklyn Borough President (and possible next Mayor of NYC) Eric Adams is back on the show! I called him up and asked him, "How can we solve these problems? And how can ANY city solve the problems they are having now?" He took the challenge and shares solutions and his philosophy for running a city!

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627 - President Dr. Jo Jorgenson in 2020? - Dr. Jo Jorgensen
Sep 03, 2020

The Libertarian candidate for President got 5 million votes in 2016. This year their candidate is Dr. Jo Jorgensen. She came on the podcast and helps us solve all the issues.

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626 - How not to go broke with Quint Tatro
Sep 01, 2020

We are coming out of the lockdown period, however, doesn't seem like there is an end in sight in the pandemic era. With this in mind, I call up my friend Quint Tatro, the host of DIY Financial and Managing director for Joule Financial, and ask him to come on to talk about how not to go broke, how to manage your debt, and also what's the best way of getting out of debt!

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Side Hustle Friday: Creating online courses with Brendon Lemon
Aug 29, 2020

People have no idea how much you can make with Online Courses! In this episode, I talked to my friend Brendon Lemon, a comedian and author, about creating online courses without expensive equipment!

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625 - Skip the line edition: Learning Music with Jeff Lerner
Aug 28, 2020

Initially, I had Jeff Lerner to talk about building a digital agency on Side Hustle Friday. When I found out that Jeff used to be a professional pianist, I was intrigued by how he learns music at age 17, skipping the line, and became a professional pianist by age 20! So I had to find out how he skip the line, and I want to learn to play the piano too!

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624 - Building customer loyalty with principles! Bobby Hundreds
Aug 27, 2020

This episode, I have on Bobby Hundreds, Co-Founder of The Hundreds and bestselling author, “This Is Not a T-shirt” on, to talk about the principles of why the sub-cultures flourishes and it's attracted, teenagers and young adult. Those principles also can apply to different aspects of the business as well!

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623 - Top Business Trend in this time with Sam Parr
Aug 26, 2020

Once again! We have our podcast favorite, Sam Parr back on again to talk about the top business trend right now! From non-alcoholic beverages to building lists, to newsletter to crate box and all! Enjoy, and build your own business!

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Q&A: Optimism. Am I a “True” New Yorker? Biz Idea, Buying Book Rights of Old Books...
Aug 22, 2020

Optimism. Am I a “true” ny-Er, biz idea, buying book rights of old books,
Post office, why I do more news stuff now, how to say goodbye to a loved one, biz idea of the week! Text me questions at 203-590-8607

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Side Hustle Friday: Start a digital agency from scratch in your spare time and build it to 7 FIGURES! with Jeff Lerner
Aug 21, 2020

Start a digital agency from scratch in your spare time and build it to 7 figures. We give you the step by step.

Also, go to https://millionairesecrets.com/jamesa to get the free book!

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622 - Don't stir up so much trouble, Zuby!
Aug 20, 2020

Zuby, perhaps the nicest person on the planet, is a rapper, podcast host, author, and also, LET IT BE KNOWN, he has also broken the women's world heavy lifting record. Let him tell us the story. Meanwhile, he's also got advice about how to go viral on social media and why he might be the calmest person on the planet.

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621: Control any narrative with The Frame Control Techniques! Bill Beteet and Brandon Lemon
Aug 18, 2020

Once again, I had Bill Beteet and Brandon Lemon on the podcast!

This time, we are talking about their new book, The Power Bible! We analyze how we can change the narrative using frame control through influence and persuasion. You can get their new book on Amazon!

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620 - A Day in the Life of an Entrepreneur: I bit off more than I can chew!
Aug 17, 2020

A special episode for today! Today, I will talk about how's my typical day looks like! And sometimes, because I do so many things, I always bit off more than I can chew! I talked about the books that I read, the writing that I have done, the business that I have been doing! Listen and enjoy!

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Q&A: Biden’s VP , Trump's EOs , Two Business Ideas, Kids and School?
Aug 15, 2020

Biden’s VP , Trumps EOs , TWO business ideas, kids and school?
Please text me with feedback, questions, or topics 203 590 8607

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Side Hustle Friday - 30-Day book challenges The Sequel!
Aug 14, 2020

When I launched the first part of 30-day book challenge, everyone loved it, and I got a lot of great feedback. So I decided to do the second part, and finished up the rest of the 4 books that you should write!

If you do either of these challenges, I will retweet and talk about your book.

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619: Jevon "JT" McCormick: From the son of a pimp to The President and CEO of Scribe Media
Aug 13, 2020

I am always into Self Publishing, so when The President and CEO of Scribe Media, Jevon "JT" McCormick has a book, I Got There, came out, I had to have him to talk about his life journey!

He was the son of a pimp, and now he's the president and CEO of Scribe Media! He sticks to his core principle, and not letting his past pulled him down! Make sure to get his book, I Got There, on Amazon or anywhere you get your new book!

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618 - Craig Stanland: How to climb back up from the Rock Bottom!
Aug 11, 2020

Craig Stanland stole hundreds of thousands of dollars and went to prison. He lost everything. He was in prison for two years and ordered to pay $834,307 in restitution.

Listen to the episode to see how he survived.

Also, help him write his memoir by helping his Kickstarter at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/craigstanland/the-blank-canvas-a-memoir so he could publish his story and help others reinvent themselves. He's an author, coach, reinvention architect. Prison was his trial by fire and he survived.

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617 - History Hyenas: Reality is just a SUGGESTION!
Aug 08, 2020

Once again, we have our podfriend, History Hyenas, Yannis Pappas and Chris Distefano on and chat about what really is reality? We also analyze if History Hyenas podcast has a cult-like follower and what does it mean to have one? Also, is Jay Yow, the producer a squeak? And also what IS NOT marxism? We will find out!

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Side Hustle Fridays: How to write a book in 30 days and 12 books in a year
Aug 07, 2020

Why, how, and how much can you make with self-publishing. I share two "30-day book challenges" that you can use to create unique and interesting bestselling books in just 30 days.

How to write them, why they will be unique, how to self-publish, and why this strategy can build wealth. If you do either of these challenges, I will retweet and talk about your book.

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616: Tucker Max: You NEED To Write a BOOK!
Aug 06, 2020

Tucker Max: THE SEQUEL. Once we stopped ranting on "Gastliting" and "insanity", we finally went into our favorite topic: WRITING and Self-Publishing! Tucker helped me brainstorm ideas for my bestselling book, "Choose Yourself" and he is a founder of Scribe Media, a unique publishing company that has helped writers from Tiffany Haddish to David Goggins and more write their books. We looked into different genres of books, and why memoirs are the easiest, and often the most successful.

“No one reads your book to learn about you, they read your book to learn about themselves. But the way they learn about themselves is through your honest and vulnerable expressions of your emotions and experience.” – Tucker Max

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615 - Tucker Max - S*** is going to get CRAZY
Aug 04, 2020

Initially, I called up my good friend, Tucker Max to talk about publishing books and the industry. BUT, we got derailed right from the beginning, and started talking about all the insanity! I "Why are you being gaslit?" he asked me. I asked Tucker what he thought was going on in the world. An hour later we finished Part one of the podcast.

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Q&A: Election Delays? Million Dollar Idea, 3D Thinking vs. 1D, 2D, and 4D...
Aug 03, 2020

Election delays?? Million-dollar idea,
3D thinking, vs 1D 2D and...4D. What drugs would we take if we got the Rona. How would Robyn survive if she teleports to 900AD, puzzles, resources, and STUFF!

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Q&A: Marie Kondo, Demon Sperm, Experiments...
Aug 01, 2020

Marie Kondo, demon sperm, experiments
Can you buy an Instagram acct? Another great site to buy online stores? Are experiments fun? How do I experiment with relationships? Risk vs reward! And “demon sperm”

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SIDE HUSTLE FRIDAYS - The First Episode! Online Newsletters
Jul 31, 2020

One of the most profitable and easy businesses you can do: create your own online newsletter.

With a little help from David Newman, we cover every step to setting up your first newsletter and scaling it to a multi-million dollar business. After you listen to this, you can set up your first online newsletter five minutes later.

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614 - Sam Parr - More Side Hustle Idea
Jul 30, 2020

Every time I sit down with super-hustle-guy Sam Parr we just go back and forth, back and forth, non-stop business ideas. What will work, what's new, what's already working, how do I do this, what are you doing, what am I doing, REPEAT! In this episode I also slip a little and share the first startup I'm doing in over a decade. Now's the time!

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613 - Andrew Yang Saves the Planet
Jul 28, 2020

I was really nervous for this one and giddy afterward. I've had a thousand questions for Andrew Yang, an American entrepreneur and former presidential candidate for the past year, and he answered all of them. We talk UBI, behind the scenes of the campaign, law enforcement, career advice, and the most frustrating parts of running for President. Plus, will he run again?

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Q&A: Should You Have a Plan B? A New 30 Day Book Challenge...
Jul 27, 2020

Should u have a plan B, a new 30-day book challenge,
What’s going to be in stimulus package, the worst mayor on the planet, my idea I pitched to Andrew Yang, how to argue in a relationship, should we let states secede...

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Q&A: What is the REAL PRODUCT of Instagram?
Jul 24, 2020

More persuasion techniques, monetizing and building COMMUNITY! Portlandia, Warlord Skimasks, the real reason people hate each other, how to care less what people think.
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612 - Bill Perkins - DIE WITH ZERO!
Jul 23, 2020

What the heck? Is that Dan Bilzerian in the background? Where are you? Dan said "Croatia". How did you get there? "When you're with Bill, you can get anywhere!" Bill Perkins lives life large and plans to DIE with zero. "Experiences pay dividends forever. You remember experiences. You tell stories. They can lead to other experiences. Money only plays a dividend once a year. Coming here with my family and friends and this will pay dividends forever." Like everything else he does. "If you die with money in the bank then you wasted all those hours you spent making that extra money instead of enjoying the things you love to do." Health, Time, Money, is all we have and at each stage of our lives we only have two out of the three. Use that to maximize doing what you love and dying with zero.

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611 - Scott Adams - PERSUASION IN THE AGE OF HYPOCRISY (And...who will win the election?)
Jul 21, 2020

Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert, and I were chatting about all the hypocrisy in the world, his latest persuasion techniques, and the question that he DESTROYED in 2016: who will win the election? He called it 18 months in advance for 2016. I want to know what he says now! And why? And I wanted therapy for dealing with social media.

So I called him and we did a podcast. Most importantly, we talked about how to turn the level of hypocrisy against the hypocrites. Surviving and thriving in the age of hypocrisy.

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Q&A: Why and HOW I’m Buying a Mobile App. Red State vs. Blue State...
Jul 20, 2020

Why and HOW I’m buying a mobile app? Red state vs blue state? A biz idea!
For weddings, the backstory of 50 Shades of Grey, and how you can do that? The one percent rule. Text me questions or feedback or topics at 2035908607 or ask them here.

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Q&A: The Secret Writing Lessons of Jeffrey Epstein’s First Boss. How to validate
Jul 17, 2020

How to validate an idea. How to make and sell drones? Or perfume? GOOD NEWS! The skills you ABSOLUTELY NEED TO KNOW for the “Great Reset” we are in.

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610 - From a Navy Seal to a romance novel writer - Brandon Webb
Jul 16, 2020

My good friend, a former United States Navy SEAL and SEAL Sniper course Instructor, Brandon Webb has written a thriller romance novel, and even sold it to movie production studio to be adapted into a movie! How does he do it? From a Navy Seal to a romance novel writer!

I talked to him about his journey, how he decided to get into that category by looking into the market data, the format of a thriller romance novel, and more. We also talked about the current political issues, current business trends, and all!

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609 - How to optimize your brain, sex life, and body with Ben Greenfield
Jul 14, 2020

I'm not going to inject stem cells into my penis. But I'm going to do everything else Ben suggests. I have interviewed more than a dozen people on this topic, however, this particular episode and book seems to sum up all of them! We have the Author of Boundless: Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body & Defy Aging, Ben Greenfield on the podcast! We talked about the benefit of monitoring your glucose count, vitamin B, micro-dosing, to the breathing practice, and his stem cell stories about sex!

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608 - The Tao of Bill Murray! With Mark Malkoff
Jul 13, 2020

My good friend Mark Malkoff and I talk about all Bill Murray’s movies! Sometimes it’s okay to take a break from COVID and BS headlines!

In this podcast, we talk about how Bill Murray always lives in present, keeps the element of surprise and mystery in every part of his life, and doesn’t play the Hollywood games! We also talk about ... Meatballs! After this podcast, you will want to rewatch all Bill Murray’s movies!

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Q&A: Three 30 Day Book Challenges, the Economics of Adultery...
Jul 10, 2020

Three 30 day book challenges, the economics of adultery,
My idea list of the day. The diff between dopamine serotonin and oxytocin, how to be more productive.

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607 - The Ultimate Guide to Leadership with SEALFIT founder, Mark Divine!
Jul 09, 2020

Mark Divine, creator and founder of SEALFIT and The Unbeatable Mind Academy, and the author of Staring Down the Wolf: 7 Leadership Commitments That Forge Elite Teams, comes on to talk about how, more than ever, we all need to reach our potential and the techniques he learned in the SEALS, in the martial arts, and as an entrepreneur. Society has turned upside down. The true leaders will emerge and they will be the ones who can literally "stare down the wolf" while the rest are busy arguing mindlessly on social media.

We discuss things from the evolution of consciousness, to his daily practice, to how to directly turn pain into growth! Mark also talked about how he heard about the planned riots during the protest and what might be going on beneath the surface. Listen to the episode to learn from Mark Divine!

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606 - No STUPID questions with Stephen Dubner and Angela Duckworth
Jul 07, 2020

My good friend Stephen Dubner, co-author of Freakonomics and host of the "Freakonomics Radio" podcast, has a new podcast called “No Stupid Questions” co-hosted by Angela Duckworth, author of Grit: The Power of Passion. So I “sat” down with both of them, and discuss some of the “non-stupid” questions that they have asked on their podcast! For example, what’s common between Tom Sawyer and the founder of Duo Lingo, does all creativity comes from pain, and what does it mean to be a hard worker? Listen to the episode and find out!

Check out their new podcast, “No Stupid Questions” on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. Also on their website: https://freakonomics.com/nsq/

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Q&A: More Frame Control Techniques, What’s a Reliable News Source...
Jul 06, 2020

More frame control techniques, what’s reliable news source, should...
Should you do a podcast, is classical music racist? Should Hong Kong move to Wyoming...please text us questions, topics to talk about and feedback because we’d love to know

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Q&A: Congratulations on Getting Halfway Through the "2020 VR WORLD"!
Jul 04, 2020

Congratulations on getting halfway thru the “2020 VR WORLD!” And...
10 million biz dollar idea of the week, stay at home mom biz idea, what does defund police mean? And the complete 2020 recap (what the heck happened to the Australian wildfires, murder hornets, etc) .

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Q&A: Andrew Yang, biz ideas for our daughter, how to...
Jul 03, 2020

How to validate an idea , how did The Rolling Stones go from worst to first, the secret of productivity, what’s up with the CHAZ, why does chicken have “flexible” rubber in it??? More!

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605 - How to Win a Nobel Prize While Figuring out how the ENTIRE UNIVERSE WAS CREATED! With Brian Keating, Distinguished Professor of Physics at the Center for Astrophysics & Space Sciences in the Department of Physics at University of California, San Diego
Jul 02, 2020

Or rather...how to lose one as well. And what happens when you come soclose...and then lose.

Brian Keating, Distinguished Professor of Physics at the Center for Astrophysics & Space Sciences in the Department of Physics at the University of California and author of Losing The Nobel Prize. answered all my questions that I have about the universe, from Big Bang, to how big is the universe! We also talked about what really is The Nobel Prize? What does it mean if you win...and if you lose?

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604 - There’s always a good reason and there’s a real reason - Jordan Harbinger
Jun 30, 2020

I "sat" down with my good friend, Jordan Harbinger to continue our conversation about networking from Episode 578.

We then talk about the secret agendas people carrying around: there’s always a good reason, and there’s a real reason. Then...why do people fall for extreme conspiracies? And what does it mean when a "guru" has a cult-like following? There's no such thing as half-way crooks!

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Q&A: Why does Robyn look so upset? A NEW 30 day book challenge....
Jun 29, 2020

Why does Robyn look so upset? A NEW 30 day book challenge....

Dead people and stimulus, election update, time to buy silver, how many businesses are out of business, common mistakes for every business, etc. more Q AND A. Text me questions at 203-590-8607

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Q&A: Can I take a CHAZ-Cation The BS NON-HEADLINE of the day...
Jun 27, 2020

Can I take a CHAZ-Cation? The BS NON-HEADLINE of the day, Two ten million dollar business ideas, making money going “meta”, can a social justice warrior make money?

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603 - The New Way to Make Six Figures Working For Yourself Writing with Jon Morrow
Jun 26, 2020

Jon Morrow made half a million dollars WRITING in less than 9 months. Most people make $0 from writing in a whole lifetime. But Jon is proof that you can get rich writing. I went on his podcast not too long ago. It's called "Break Through The Noise.: And now I'm airing it here for you. We talk about how people can learn to make good money as a writer.

Here's a list of what we talk about.

But ALSO, I want you to know that Jon has a very special course available to my listeners right now. You'll hear about it in the episode. And if you like what you hear check it out at smartblogger.com/james

How to say something no one else is saying
How to turn vulnerability into courage
Why admitting something is so powerful and makes you more free in life
How to turn your life story into a personal brand
How to find your motivation
How to use your hobby to meet people and make friends
How to focus group your audience
How to speak from a core point of view
What it takes to tell a good story
How to tell fascinating stories
How to develop a strong sense of self
How to monetize AND why you're not selling out if you're selling

And more.

Again, remember you can learn directly from Jon. I know a lot of people are worried about the economy right now. But you don't have to be. Because money isn't disappearing. It's just shifting to a new kind of work. And if you're willing to make that shift, it's actually shocking how much money you can make. So go check it out at smartblogger.com/james

And learn how you can make money as a freelance writer with no boss all from your couch.

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602 - You Can Change Passions at ANY Point in your Life with Rich Roll
Jun 25, 2020

Rich Roll QUIT his job in his 40's. Then he started over completely. He went from lawyer to extreme athlete, bestselling author, podcaster, a speaker and more. I went on his podcast recently. And now we're airing it here. We talked all about this idea of giving yourself permission to switch passions (or follow the one you've always dreamed of). Because it's never too late. I've switched careers in my 20's, 30's, 40's and 50's. I'll keep reinventing until I die. That's how you stay alive. BUT you also don't want to have to be at the bottom when you start over. So we talk about that too.

Here's a list of things you'll learn about:

How to do what people told you you never could do
What to do when your fear of other people's opinion is bigger than your will to change your life
Why fear is IMPORTANT in reinvention
How to get the courage you need every day
My upcoming book, "Skip The Line" and my latest book "Think Like A Billionaire"
Rich's story of leaving his job in his 40's and starting over
How to transfer skills from one job to a new one
The importance of experimentation
How to believe in yourself
How to come up with ideas for reinvention (and how to know which ideas are good ones)
Goal setting (when NOT to do it. And when to do it)
Hot to discover what you actually like doing in life

ALSO, make sure you get yourself this snack for quarantine. I'm obsessed. It's OutStanding Foods "Pigless Pork Rinds" (aka it's vegan). It tastes delicious. And it's full of protein. So you can feel good about snacking on it. I worked out a special deal for you. Just go to think link PigOutWithJames.com

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Q&A: How to control people, how to avoid fb fights and ...
Jun 24, 2020

How to control people, how to avoid fb fights and ... Become a lawyer or romance novelist? What is ACommerce and why it could be a multi billion industry? Subscription sex kits, FaaS... and more!!

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601 - WHY Strategic Thinking is So Valuable (& how to do it) with Maria Konnikova
Jun 23, 2020

Maria Konnikova is a psychologist who studied her way into becoming a poker champion. She told me all the steps. And how this made her think better and more strategically about everything in life. She studied from scratch with one of the greatest poker players in history. Then she wrote a book about the experience, “The Biggest Bluff: How I Learned to Pay Attention, Master Myself, and Win." But the book isn't just about poker. It's about chance, decision-making, measuring the likelihood of certain outcomes, cutting your losses, and more. And the game even taught her how to ask (and answer) some of life's big questions: "How do we figure out what we can control? How do we figure out what we can’t control? How do we learn the difference?"

Here's a list of topics we cover:

How to find the right mentor in life
How to get good at decision-making
How to master the skill of learning
How to leverage what you already know
Why it's more important to be curious than certain (and how to practice this daily)
The importance of removing your ego
How to always be one step ahead and think through outcomes

And more.

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Q&A: Bitcoin? How to be creative when you don’t feel like it?
Jun 20, 2020

Bitcoin? How to be creative when you don’t feel like it?
How to get a good divorce? And more!

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Q&A: How to do a cyberattack, new $10mm idea! , and..
Jun 19, 2020

How to do a cyberattack, new $10mm idea! , and..
What IS the economic reality now , how to create a fashion line, the CHAZ travel agency, and MORE! Plus, special announcement in tomorrow’s IG LIVE. See you 2pm est tomorrow!

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600 - How to Become The Kind of Leader People Admire & Love with Randall K. Stutman, Ph. D.
Jun 18, 2020

Dr. Randall Stutman is the leadership coach for the most impressive CEOs, billionaires, hedge fund managers, etc. His list of clients just blows my mind. This episode is so valuable for understanding people, understanding leadership, being a good parent, growing as a person, developing your core values and so much more. I also highly recommend the course that Randall has been working on for two years. It's all about becoming "an admired leader." Which means you're somebody people admire. And love to follow.

You can check out at admiredleadership.com

Here's a list of more topics we talk about today:

How to develop your unique leadership style (and one that actually intrinsically encourages people to follow you)
How to develop your top three core values for leadership and apply them daily
How to develop a high-quality decision-making ability
Proof that everyone has the ability to become a valued leader in life
Where leadership REALLY comes from
The difference between motivation and inspiration
How to be more inspiring to people all the time

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599 - Obama Speech writer gave the view of democracy, David Litt
Jun 16, 2020

Is the U.S. really a democracy? How does voting actually work? And who came up with these rules? I want to know who the f*** the electoral college is, why do they exist, and what democracy really looks like. And how to get there. So I called up David Litt, former speechwriter for Obama, among others. He says, “We have an electoral college for a number of reasons. And they’re all bad.” So you’ll learn about that. You’ll learn why the U.S. government technically isn’t really a democracy. And here’s a longer list of lessons:

Which parts of the country get overlooked in voting
Why swing states have the most power
How much say we “the people” really have in voting
The difference between the popular vote and electoral college
How much power the electoral college really has
The math behind WHY the electoral college currently favors Trump
How race plays a role in our current democracy
Why the number of swing states has decreases
The history of states becoming “red” or “blue”
How to find out if your state “matters” in the election
How property rights impact voting
How slavery impacts voting today

And more

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Q&A: What’s a cult? The $10mm biz idea of the week!! The hypocrisy of the day!
Jun 15, 2020

What’s a cult? The $10mm biz idea of the week!!

The hypocrisy of the day! $10mm biz idea of the week! The origin of Google/Backrub . Next time: NEW 30 Day book challenge!! And Q&A and....a new idea for the whole group!

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Q&A: How to get hot wife? The google technique to be a human magnet, anger is...
Jun 13, 2020

How to get hot wife? The google technique to be a human magnet, anger is... Anger is fear clothed, what does the police do, don’t outsource self worth, and more!

Next Q&A : The ten million dollar business model of the week! And more questions and answers

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Q&A: Entrepreneur vs Employee? Book vs Podcast? Mentors?
Jun 12, 2020

Entrepreneur vs Employee? Book vs Podcast? Mentors?

And tomorrow ... the FOUR words you need to know for the new abnormal , business ideas, questions and answers ! Bring a friend !!

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598 - Exactly What to Expect As the U.S. Reopens with Phillip Stutts
Jun 11, 2020

Everyone is trying to predict the markets, the economy, consumer behavior, etc. But what does the data say? I called up Phillip Stutts to find out. He just released a brand new report that reveals consumer behavior throughout the pandemic. It tells you exactly what to expect as the U.S reopens, how we'll spend money, what we'll care about, etc. The report is fueled by real data and current research (available at winbigmedia.com). In this episode, Phill and I talk about the report plus:

Consumer behavoir / How people spend money during lockdown vs. what will change post-lockdown in the long and short term
Why males care less now about helping others
Protests and being unheard
Why safety is becoming center in consumer marketing (and how businesses can do this successfully)
How commercial real estate is going to change
COVID19 vaccines
Why I’m not afraid to fly
How to measure the lifetime value of a customer
Google trends
Whether or not higher education is dead
The election and who to bet on (and how to bet on it!)

And more

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597 - How to Supplement Your Income From Home with Blake Hutchison
Jun 09, 2020

Blake Hutchison is the CEO of Flippa.com which is the #1 platform to buy and sell sites, stores, apps and digital properties. Blake told me some success stories. Including someone who turned $5,000 into half a million dollars. He talked to me about the nuances, what to focus on and how to make money that will allow you to potentially quit your corporate job and become your own at-home boss.

Here's what we talk about:

how to make money online
how to buy and sell digital assets
examples of people who successfully quit their job and sell sites online
how to enter the "passion economy" (i.e. how to build a passion-based business for yourself)
how to increase your return on investment

And more.

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Everything Q&A: How I would sell copper pajamas! How to speed read, Riots vs the Beach, BS headlines, more..
Jun 08, 2020

How I would sell copper pajamas! How to speed read, Riots vs the Beach, BS headlines, more..

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Everything Q&A: The $10mm biz idea of week, why get married, how to find your passion...
Jun 07, 2020

The $10mm biz idea of week, why get married, how to find your passion... And a New 30 day book challenge on Monday plus biz ideas and Q and A!

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Everything Q&A: Are you safe? Reforms needed? Is the US losing its prosperity? Is NYC? Etc
Jun 05, 2020

Are you safe? Reforms needed? Is the US losing its prosperity? Is NYC? Etc

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596 - What They're Not Telling You About the Protests with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams
Jun 03, 2020

Eric Adams is the Brooklyn Borough President. He's also running for mayor. You probably remember the last time he came on. And talked about why he became a police officer... and how being physically beaten by the police inspired him to make change. Now, he's back on to explain the streams of the protests. Who's out there in peaceful protest? Who's disrupting it? Why are their professional anarchists robbing people of their chance to speak about injustice? And how do we move forward?

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595 - How Less Government Leads to More Freedom with Vice President Elect Spike Cohen
Jun 02, 2020

Spike Cohen is the first anarchist AND the first millennial on the ticket for the upcoming 2020 election. He’s the Vice President Elect for the libertarian party (the third largest political party in the U.S.). He has a lot of compelling arguments about the federal reserve, inflation, freedom, centralized government versus decentralized government, etc. And you might be wondering, ‘Why does anyone run as a third party? What’s the point?’ I asked him this, too. But here’s the real reason to listen to this episode: you get to challenge the conventional ideas of politics. I’d like to hear what you think. Tweet me@jaltucher. And tweet Spike Cohen @RealSpikeCohen

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594 - How to Develop a Company that Gives Back with Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS and MadeFor
Jun 01, 2020

Blake Mycoskie is the founder of TOMS shoes, known for its "buy a pair, give a pair" model. But when Blake started he knew nothing about shoes. Or building a company. “It was just a project,” he said. And yet it became a massively successful and has donated tens of millions of shoes to people in need. I asked Blake how he got the courage to start a company he knew nothing about. I also asked him about the business model, selling the company and building his new company, MadeFor, which is new wellness company that helps you learn how to have agency over your own health.

Here's a list of all the things we talk about:

The origin story of TOMS, their business model and how they took off
How to develop a company that gives back
How to find a cause you want to help
Blake's new company, MadeFor and how to have agency over your health (and what to focus on)
Healthy habits you can develop NOW
Hallucinogenics
Blake's advice for building a business during and after the pandemic

And if you go to getmadefor.com and type in MFJAMESALTUCHER then you get 20% off.

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Everything Q&A: How to create a valuable newsletter! Scam industries!
May 29, 2020

How to create a valuable newsletter! Scam industries! ... The one biz leader I respect. Why Buffett is a punk! The contradiction in the constitution! Book suggestions.. and more! Tomorrow: my current favorite business idea and Robyn dishes the Actual DIRT on her former clients

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593 - How to Be MORE Informed Than The Average Person with Jack Perry
May 28, 2020

People say not reading the news = being “uninformed.” I disagree. I read books (history books, biology books, evolutionary books, economics books, etc.). But now, we live in a new world. And yesterday's information can become outdated tomorrow. So that begs the question, how do you stay informed? I called up Jack Perry, CEO of Synback, which has its finger on the pulse of all media to learn WHERE real information will be sourced in the future. And how to stay in the know.

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Everything Q&A: I asked Robyn Altucher (my wife) some very specific questions!
May 27, 2020

In this special episode, I asked Robyn, my wife, some very specific questions. What happened before we met, how we met, and how she overcome everything!

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592 - How to Invent a New Industry in Uncertain Times with Matthew Berry, The First-Ever Fantasy Football Analyst
May 26, 2020

The world economy is full of uncertainties. People are furloughed. Or scared of being furloughed. Or fired. Or scared of losing their job. Security isn’t real right now. So we need other plans. I called up Matthew Berry, the first-ever Fantasy Sports analyst. Matthew basically invented a new industry and career entirely back in 2005. I wanted to learn the step-by-step process of starting over in uncertain times. And how we can apply these lessons today.

I don't know anything about sports (real or fake). But if you're a fan of Fantasy Football, then good news for you. You can watch Matthew Berry on "The Fantasy Show" on EPSN+. You can listen to him on the Fantasy Focus Football podcast and download the Fantasy Life app, which is 100% free and Matt says their alerts are the best in the business.

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591 - How to Think Like a Rocket Scientist with Ozan Varol
May 25, 2020

Facts are only facts for a period of time. This is true in science, in history, in economics, everywhere. But sometimes we forget that information changes. We get stuck thinking it’s stagnant. And then WE become stagnant. But if you can look at facts and information from an alternate perspective (through the lens of a rocket science), you’ll know how to get unstuck, persuade better, deal with uncertainty, have creative breakthroughs and more. In this episode you’ll learn how Einstein (and other geniuses) learned to think differently). And why this will help you deal with the current fluctuation of facts and information.

Ozan Varol is a trained rocket scientist and the author of "Think Like a Rocket Scientist: Simple Strategies You Can Use to Make Giant Leaps in Work and Life."

In this episode we talk about:

How Einstein learned to think differently
How to deal with unclear information and uncertain times
Where scientific (and creative) breakthroughs come from (and strategies to have them more often yourself)
How to embrace the unknown
What makes an idea groundbreaking
How to imagine beyond society's limits and create something new
How to re-imagine the status quo

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Everything Q&A: focus, passion, pivoting, astral projection, and why I MARRIED....
May 25, 2020

Focus, passion, pivoting, astral projection, and why I MARRIED....
Robyn just 62 days after our first date. Plus, how I would make money if I was 22 again.
Tomorrow’s IG Q and A will be at 2pm est and, among other things, will discuss business ideas post lockdown , my ten ideas that got a meeting with Disney last week, and what, IF ANYTHING, I’ve learned from Robyn.

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Everything Q&A: Robyn, stocks, how I would start a biz if I were 22, and....our first kiss?
May 23, 2020

Robyn, stocks, how I would start a biz if I were 22, and....our first kiss?

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590 - How to THINK like an Innovator with Matt Ridley
May 21, 2020

I promise this episode will make you smarter. I've wanted Matt Ridely on the podcast my whole life. He's a major influence on my brain. Every time I read his books, I physically feel my IQ increase. His new book is “How Innovation Works: And Why It Flourishes in Freedom." And I'm already on my third read of it. Here's a break down of what we talk about:

How to think like an innovator
Why you don't need pre-approved credentials to have an attention-worthy point of view
How to develop evidence that backs your outlook in life
How to overcome credentials bias
How to overcome confirmation bias
How to measure if your point of view and create new arguments
The difference between scientists and innovators
Who's qualified to predict the future and who ISN'T

And more that will help you think critically, strategically and innovatively

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589 - How to Create REAL Intrinsic Value in a Crisis with Kickstarter founder Yancey Strickler
May 19, 2020

Yancey Strickler is hte founder and former CEO of Kickstarter. And he’s the author of a great new book, “This Could Be Our Future,” which gives a new values-driven way of looking at entrepreneurship. Which is particularly important in this day and age of lock-down when consumerism is beginning to change in a major way. In this episode, he spells out exactly how someone can create long-term value for customers that sustains your business in crisis (and not in crisis.)

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588 - How to Spot Trends & Capitalize in a Post-Pandemic World with Sam Parr, Founder of The Hustle & Trends.co
May 18, 2020

Business is changing. And so is investing. Risk is higher these days. And people want predictions. But no one really knows. You can’t predict something that’s never happened before... You can only look at what’s possible. So I called up Sam Parr. He founded The Hustle, an 8-figure company that started with an email. And NOW The Hustle has a new arm, which I'm really excited about: trends.co which tells you HOW trends are changing in real-time. It's run by a team of analysts and entrepreneurs who scour global markets for opportunities to help you make money and build businesses successfully.

Definitely check them out. And Sam surprised me at the end with a special gift for our listeners so I hope you enjoy.

Thanks,

- James

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587 - Proof that You Can Create New Business in a Pandemic with Ray J and Matt Clayton
May 14, 2020

Everyone remembers Ray J from the song "One Wish." His voice is beautiful. And he's well known. But at some point, he took a turn. Music stopped being his main focus. " I felt like there was something else out," he said. In this episode, he talks about what he found to fulfill his creative and entrepreneurial itch. AND we also sit with Matt Clayton, CEO of LoopShare, LOOPShare is an electric transportation company moving goods, products and services. ALSO, you'll hear me talk about how much I love this business they're involved in called Scoot-E-bike. I put links below if you want to learn more.

Thanks

Enjoy the show

Scoot-E-bike www.scootebike.ca
LoopShare - www.loopscooters.com

https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/LPPPF/news/LOOPShare-Provides-Corporate-Update?id=259142

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586 - How to Optimize Your Brain to Be as Happy as Possible with Stanford Neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman
May 12, 2020

Part of enjoying life is taking care of your brain. We're all starting to realize life is short. That's a side effect of this virus. So I wanted to invite Dr. Andrew Huberman (one of the world's leading neuroscientists) back on to tell us how to create happy chemicals in our brains (naturally) and feel good more often.

Here's a list of what we talk about:

how to optimize your brain to be as happy as possible, as energetic as possible and as smart as possible
how to create more happy chemicals
human evolution and why our brain functions the way it does
the purpose of serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin and how to create each of these daily
why gratitude helps us slow down and connect
different mental health drugs and supplements
the power of sunlight
cocaine
how to train your brain to focus
what causes good sleep
puberty
books we recommend
How to shake off the residue of the day
neotropics

and more

And if you want to learn more from Dr. Andrew Huberman, check out his Instagram account, @hubermanlab, which brings you new information directly from Stanford Medical School's Huberman Lab.

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585 - How Think For Yourself with John McAfee
May 11, 2020

John McAfee is a billionaire on the run from the government. He owes millions in taxes. And has strange and somewhat dangerous opinions on government, coronavirus, public safety, etc. (you’ll see what I'm talking about). But some of his insights are worth debating. You’ll hear what a totally insane person running from the government thinks about the current state of the world. And if you’re asking yourself why his name is so familiar, it’s because he started McAfee Associates, the anti-viral software you have on all your computers.

Here's what we talked about:

tax evasion
the wild west
running from your country
people who think for themselves vs. people who don't think at all
the media
coronavirus and quarantine
inflation
The French Revolution

And more.

Enjoy

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584 - The Virus is a Wake Up Call with Congressman Tim Ryan
May 07, 2020

The government doesn't innovate. But Coronavirus is forcing it too. A lot of things have to change. Right vs. left. Voting stations vs remote voting. School lunches that lead to high rates of diabetes and sickness. Healthcare costs, and more. Congressman Tim Ryan is one of the few names I see proposing bills progressively in this time. He's sharp. And funny. And gets what people need. I asked him to walk us through what's broken and how this virus is helping to lead us to a better, reformed America.

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583 - WHY Spartans Conquer and How to Think Like one with Joe de Sena
May 05, 2020

Joe De Sena worked for the mafia. He learned a lot from them. But then he realized you can make more money doing good. So he switched lives. Which is something a lot of people want to learn. I asked how he did it. (You’ll hear his process). And you’ll hear how he developed Spartan Race, the world's leading. obstacle race. He's also the author of "Spartan Up, Spartan Fit and The Spartan Way" and host of "Spartan Up!" podcast.

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582 - Mark Cuban on How to Reopen The Economy and Get People Back to Work
May 04, 2020

The White House called up Mark Cuban. They want him to help figure out how to open the economy back up. And give people their jobs, their income and access to opportunity. So I called him up to hear the plan. How will the U.S. government reopen to economy? And what should aspiring entrepreneurs do now?

Here are some of the questions I asked:

"Are you running for president?"
“How do we avoid a Mad Max situation?”
“What changes will we see in the near future? And down the road?”
“How do we protect people from coronavirus while still getting back to work? What precautions will businesses have to take?”
“Why did the fed give so much money to the airlines?”
“Why is the market going up?”
“What does innovation and entrepreneurship look like in the new normal?”
And more

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581 - How to Innovate in Hard Times with Jason Feifer
Apr 30, 2020

Jason Feifer is the Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine and the host of “Pessimists Archive,” a podcast that shows you why people resist innovation. And how they come around. It also reveals where true innovation comes from. And not surprisingly, coronavirus is an example.

Plus we also go through a ton of historical examples of innovation. To learn by example.

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580 - The Owner's Manual to Your Brain (How to Operate it For Success) with Brain Coach Jim Kwik
Apr 28, 2020

“When you know how to use your brain, your potential is infinite,” Jim Kwik says. He's a renowned brain coach, which means he teaches you how to use the power of the human brain. He's also the author of the brand new book, “Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life.” In this episode, Jim talks about the thoughts that "set the tone for your life," how to identify them and CHANGE them so they match your actual desires, purpose and passions.

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579 - How to Make Money in The New Economy with Carl Allen
Apr 27, 2020

Having multiple steams of income is key to wealth. So I called up Carl Allen who has successfully set up hundreds of deals. And currently has 9 side hustles. I wanted to know how people listening can look for new opportunities to make money in this evolving economy. I also wanted to ask Carl about coronavirus. Because he had it. And survived.

AND if you like this episode and want to learn more about Carl's method to find new business opportunities and increase your cash flow. Just go to http://trainwithcarl.com/james

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578 - How 2 Minutes a Day of Networking Leads to New Opportunities with Jordan Harbinger
Apr 23, 2020

This is my networking hack: I dig through my inbox. Find an email chain from eight years ago (that I probably never responded to). Then I write back as if no time has passed at all. People love it. They forgive you for disappearing. And they're glad you got in touch. But that's my ONLY networking tip. Jordan Harbinger is the complete opposite networker than me. He's an expert at it. He's built thousands of relationships that have led to a top podcast, 6 million monthly downloads, speaking gigs, freedom to work for himself, be creative daily and more. In this episode, he tells me how he keeps track of people, build relationships, re-engages old, lost connections and what you can techniques you can use in your life starting now.

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577 - How to Navigate Uncertainty in Quarantine with Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman
Apr 21, 2020

Everyone says, “Flatten the curve.” But there are two curves. We all know the main one: the spread of coronavirus. The other curve is the spread of psychological viruses; fear, anxiety, worry and panic. We’re all experiencing Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. We started out attacking each other for basic items like toilet paper, then we moved on to connection (Zoom calls and FaceTime), but how do we get to the top of the pyramid (i.e. self-actualization)? I called up Scott Barry Kaufman, a humanistic psychologist and author of “Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization.” And he had a lot of practical advice. One of his tips: We don’t have to worry about finding our one true purpose. We just need to find a purpose right now and pursue it. This episode will help make a roadmap for finding your purpose and fulfillment while stuck in Quarantine. And after.

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576 - Coronavirus Update: What The Stimulus REALLY Means for The Global Economy with Jim McKelvey, the Deputy Chair of the St. Louis Federal Reserve
Apr 20, 2020

Right now, the Federal Reserve is pumping trillions of dollars of stimulus into the economy. So what does this mean? How are small businesses doing? When will people go back to work? And how does this impact the economy? I called up Jim Mckelvey. He's the co-founder of the multi-billion dollar business, Square. AND, more importantly, he’s the Deputy Chair of the St. Louis Federal Reserve. He tells us how the stimulus works, what the risks are, what we should keep an eye on and more.

Jim is also the author of the new book, "The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time." It's a great guide book for today's entrepreneurs.

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575 - How to Find Your New Purpose in the New Normal with Cal Fussman
Apr 16, 2020

People are losing their jobs. And schools have stopped functioning properly. The "normal" way of society is on pause. And we don't know for how long. So I'm posting this interview with Cal Fussman about reinvention. Because it's light-hearted. And helps you find your direction within. In this podcast, you'll hear creative ideas to learn and create and build success outside of the norm, which is exactly what we need to be doing right now.

Also, I highly recommend Cal's podcast called "Big Questions." He's a world-renowned interviewer and has with guests who will repeatedly blow your mind like Bruce Lee, Kobe Bryant, Larry King, me! And more. This episode is actually an episode from "Big Questions." So go check it out

https://www.calfussman.com/podcast

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574 - Predictions For a Post COVID-19 World with Global A.I. Expert, Kevin Surace
Apr 14, 2020

AI used to be, what most people thought, was the biggest threat to our economic security. Now it’s coronavirus. BUT one of the side effects of coronavirus is an acceleration of our future. Meaning that what used to seem like a “potential” truth (like robots stocking shelves, factories being automated, remote work, and so on) is all here faster than we had thought. So I brought on Kevin Surace to talk about these previous “future” predictions and show how they’re happening now. AND we talk about what else we can foresee in a post coronavirus world.

Kevin’s been on the podcast before. He’s an expert in A.I. He’s built and sold AI companies and runs one right now. And he wrote this excellent article, “Our Post-COVID World
,” which you can read here https://medium.com/@kevinsurace/our-post-covid-world-ec3a30dc30b9

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573 - 13 Myths That The Coronavirus Exposed
Apr 13, 2020

I don’t want to regret how I spend this time. But I also don’t want to pressure myself to reinvent or write a book or create a business. I want to find the medium ground. How can I give to people who are struggling? Stay safe? And not get lost in fear? One way is to tackle the myths. Myths = fear and stupididity. So I sat down with my wife, Robyn, to talk about 13 coronavirus myths (ranging from unemployment rates, death rates, the future of work, etc.). We talk about how these 13 myths are impacting our behaviors. And what we can do differently to get enough rest, calm our minds and help take care of each other.

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572 - 5 Ways to Enhance Your Brain & Build Better Habits During Quarantine with Brain Coach Jim Kwik
Apr 09, 2020

We're in lockdown. And we don't know how long it'll last. And we don't know what will come next. Mini lockdowns? Personal lockdowns? More social distancing? We don't know. So I wanted to put together a framework for how I should act during this lockdown... So I ask Jim Kwik, a brain coach with praise from Will Smith, Alex Rodriguez, Stan Lee, Quincy Jones, Maria Shriver and so many more. He also has a new book coming out soon that outlines these lessons. And more called, "Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life"

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571 - Mental Health Tools During The Pandemic: 6 Things To Reduce Stress & Anxiety Stanford Neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman
Apr 07, 2020

Dr. Andrew Huberman is one of the world's leading neuroscientists. He understands what causes anxiety, depression, stress, joy, freedom, love... And what we can do every day to reduce the chemical reactions that hurt us. And create more of the brain chemicals that help us. And you can trust his experience. Because his experience includes teaching Navy SEALs tools to manage chronic high-stress environments. And to make it all even more relevant, he explains the effects of isolation and social distancing AND how to start counteracting negative side effects to keep yourself in good spirits. And out of depression. Everyday.

If you want to learn more from Dr. Andrew Huberman, check out his Instagram account, @hubermanlab, which brings you new information directly from Stanford Medical School's Huberman Lab.

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570 - Coronavirus Update: What Will The New Normal Be Like? with Professor Scott Galloway
Apr 06, 2020

We all want to know what the future looks like. "What's the new normal?" I asked Professor Scott Galloway, who's insights and research have been known to prove markets and trends for years. He said, "I would argue that this doesn't change any trends. It just accelerates them." So we talked about the changes happening NOW. And how they'll evolve over time. And if you like this episode, go check out his brand new podcast "The Prof G Show" now available wherever you get your podcasts.

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569 - 5 Ways TO Increase Your Persuasive Abilities AND Change Anyone's Mind with Wharton Professor Jonah Berger
Apr 02, 2020

Other than eating and breathing, persuasion is the most important skill you could have. Because a pre-skill to persuasion is the ability to understand yourself and other enough to create a chain reaction of changes in life. Persuasion is what sets us up to have agency in the world. And there's a specific, 5-step framework that lets you understand how to be more persuasive in your everyday life. So I’m having Jonah Berger on the show. He’s a professor at Wharton, a bestselling author and now he has a new book, “The Catalyst: How to Change Anyone's Mind."

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568 - You Don't Have to Be Qualified to Go After Your Dream with Dan Carlin Host of "Hardcore History"
Mar 31, 2020

Dan Carlin hosts the #1 history podcast, “Hardcore History.” It has a cult following. For a lot of reasons: 1. Dan has an incredible voice. 2. his research is so weird and extensive and detailed. And 3. Dan is known for breaking rules. He went around the standard path. And decided that he didn’t need to have a history degree or some pre-approved "credentials" to create the best history show out there. He just went ahead and did it. So I have him on today to find out how he gave himself permission to do what he loves. Despite all the reasons not to... So that we can give ourselves that same permission and start to do what we love.

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567 - Coronavirus Economy Update: What’s Happening Right Now with Economist Tyler Cowen
Mar 30, 2020

People are starting to lose jobs. And gigs. And become uncertain. Uncertainty brings up fear. Which is a pandemic on its own. I keep saying, "Prepare. Don't Panic." And so do my guests. So today, I interview economist Tyler Cowen. I ask him about the stimulus package, the job market, inflation, deflation, supply and demand, what the world will look like if people keep losing work. How we can get back to work. When is it safe? Flattening the curve, and more.

And if you like this update, please let us know. So we can keep bringing you information that spreads peace. Over fear.

Thanks

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566 - How to Show People You Appreciate Them for WHO They are with Lewis Howes
Mar 26, 2020

We could all use kindness all the time. But we need it now more than ever. I asked Lewis Howes for his advice. But we recorded this a few weeks back. Before the world's pandemic. I'm glad I'm releasing it now. Because it's the best time to remember how to love people. And then DO it.

And if you like this episode, make sure to check out Lewis' podcast, "The School of Greatness"

Also, I’ve been getting great feedback on how these episodes around the coronavirus are helping people make sense in a really confusing time. So thanks for your support.

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- James

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565 - How Genetic Engineering and Today's Crisis Will Shape The Future with Jamie Metzl
Mar 24, 2020

Medicine is changing everyday. We're all seeing this unfold right now. In front of our eyes. Some of the changes seems unreal. So I called up the expert of genetic engineering, Jamie Metlz to tell us what’s a reality and what’s science fiction. I wanted to learn what immunities we can develop? How is the current pandemic reshaping the future of medicine? And beyond that we talk about our global responsibility to reshape society. A lot of people are going to lose their jobs. And a lot of people already have. So how do you find your way in this new world? What can we do to land on our feet when the dust settles?

I asked Jamie because he wasn't always a tech futurist or genomics expert. He started out as a writer. And switched careers because interest led him there. We have the opportunity to chase our interests now in a new way.

Also, I’ve been getting great feedback on how these episodes around the coronavirus are helping people make sense in a really confusing time. So thanks for your support.

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- James

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564 - Coronavirus Update: How to Boost your Immunity in Times of Pandemic with Harvard Medical School Professor & Biologist David Sinclair
Mar 22, 2020

How do we know when something is wrong with us? I want to understand the testing process we have for COVID19. I want to understand "symptomatic" cases vs. "asymptomatic" cases. And who's data should we trust? So I called David Sinclair. He runs The Sinclair Lab at Harvard Medical School and is the New York Bestselling author of “Lifespan: Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To.”

I also want to know how do I build up my immune systems? What steps can I take RIGHT NOW? And how do I keep this going over time?

And what's going on with testing for COVID19? What are the numbers? And why are they off? David breaks this down. And he explains which coronavirus tests are bringing us into the future of science and biology. He'll also help you understand who's at risk (everyone). And how to protect yourself. AND how to protect others.

Because we're in this together.

Also, I’ve been getting great feedback on how these episodes around the coronavirus are helping people make sense in a really confusing time. So thanks for your support.

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- James

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563 - The GOOD News About Coronavirus (Let's Look at the Data) with Peter Diamandis, XPRIZE Founder & Futurist
Mar 20, 2020

I saw this line “How about some good news for a change.” It was the first line in an article by Peter Diamandis, Founder & Executive Chairman of XPRIZE. The article is on his website, diamandis.com and I highly recommend checking it out. I emailed him as soon as I saw it. “Come on my podcast.” And he did the next day. Because the world needs good news right now that can help us see the end of this pandemic, the truth in the numbers, and data and how to protect ourselves without panic.

Also, I’ve been getting great feedback on how these episodes around the coronavirus are helping you make sense in a really confusing time. So thanks for your support.

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- James

P.S. You can get more news from Peter at futureloop.com/c19

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562 - THE ULTIMATE QUARANTINE GUIDE to "What do I do now?" with Morning Brew CEO Alex Lieberman
Mar 19, 2020

For better or for worse a lot of people are not working right now.

And that’s going to be a serious issue in the economy. So, for anybody listening, I really stress this one thing: focus on making the right investments everyday in YOURSELF. Right now, with all this extra time, we get to learn who we are again. We get to learn new skills online. And offline. We get to be curious about old passions, try new things, get close with our kids or parents or partners, rediscover your family, etc.

And if we look hard enough, we'll even find new business opportunities, or ways to help people, or get smarter. And more. So, for this episode, I called up Alex Lieberman, CEO and founder of Morning Brew, which is the only newsletter I read in the morning. I asked him about this excellent list he put together "THE ULTIMATE QUARANTINE GUIDE TO 'WHAT DO I DO NOW?'"

You’ll hear what’s on the list. And how to make the most of your time right now. I'd love to hear which suggestions you like the most. And how you choose to spend your time now.

Write me on twitter @jaltucher or on Instagram where I'm doing an IG LIVE everyday at 2pm EST while we get through this together.

If you like this episode, and want to learn more about making extra income right now, then listen to episode 553 - How to Make Money by Buying an Established, Profitable Business Using None of Your Own Money with Carl Allen

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561 - How to Supplement your Income with Money Betting FOR or AGAINST Trump with PredictIt.Org Co-FounderJohn Phillips
Mar 17, 2020

Everyone believes their own opinion. Fact based. Or not. We're all (somehow) political "experts." But the truth no one really knows anything. It's all speculation. But you put your opinion to the test if you get skin in the game. Which is possible now thanks to John Phillips who co-founded the site PredictIt.org. I go on there to place bets on everything from how many tweets Trump is going to make on a particular day or around a specific news event to who will win the primary. And who will win the election.

The site is great because it lets you see how right you really are. And you can make real wealth if you’re right. It’s not just betting. It’s more like a stock market. You want to buy low. And sell high. So I asked John on the podcast if he’s ever seen people make $50,000 on the site. He didn’t flinch, “Oh yeah. People have quit their jobs.”

I want to help people understand what's happening in the world right now. We're all scared. But we don't have to be. Let's get the information. And go from there.

I called up John Hopkin's Dr. Marty Makary to get straight information on coronavirus.

He answered all my questions (many of which I get from you). So give it a listen.

And you'll start to feel (hopefully) more calm and capable. Here are the links

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-james-altucher-show/id794030859

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Tqw1AaZyrZ7kWnrNSgbNQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVwj3odtZ4Y

Also! A lot of you have been writing me and tweeting to say you love this episode with my friend Bill Beteet. Ep. 555 - How to Persuade Anyone of Anything with William Beteet III

He's giving my listeners a special deal to his new course and if you're stuck at home in isolation, now is the perfect time to let yourself learn or improve a skill.

So definitely take him up on the offer while you can. All the information is at www.framescholar.com/james

And here's the link to the episode

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/555-how-to-persuade-anyone-anything-william-beteet/id794030859?i=1000467302479

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Ko04h3dTu4xQAIPLUT4vz

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u925CgWQgG4

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560 - Critical Coronavirus Update: The BEST and The WORST Case Scenarios with Johns Hopkins Dr. Marty Makary
Mar 16, 2020

"Don't believe the numbers you're seeing." This is Dr. Marty Makary's big message. The number of cases and deaths are radically underreported because a) we don't have tests, b) some countries are hiding their data, c) some people aren't showing symptoms yet, but have coronavirus and more.

But listen. This podcast is not about fear. It's about knowledge and awareness and action.

Right now, nobody really knows what's happening. Thew news and social media are giving us false predictions off "estimates" that don't even account for the thousands of people who can't get tested for COVID-19. Meanwhile, Amazon is out of toilet paper. People are signing their emails "Don't touch your face! Best, Joe." And I officially own two hazmat suits.

But how do we really "flatten the curve?"

This episode will give you the steps. And I also recorded a recap at the end to give you more of a summary. AND because this is so critical, I have a list of timestamps below. So you can rewind and fast-forward for the stats that you want to share with friends and loved ones the most.

So here you go: to keep on with the trend of providing ACCURATE information from reputable people, I called up, Dr. Marty Makary, a Johns Hopkins doctor and policy expert who also wrote the New York Times bestseller "Unaccountable: What Hospitals Won't Tell You and How Transparency Can Revolutionize Health Care" and "The Price We Pay: What Broke American Health Care--and How to Fix It."

6:50 GOOD NEWS: we can anticipate we’ll be clear in the summer. And more good news (for young people), you’re at less risk

7:00 - But who’s at risk? Let’s hear stats from Dr. Marty

9:34 - Which countries have given honest data. And which haven’t

10:58 - “Are we ready to see over a thousand Americans each day?” - Dr. Marty Makary

11:26 - Do we need a total lockdown?

12:18 - WHY there’s a major misconception around the actual number of cases and deaths around COVID-19 in the U.S.

15:13 - “The notion that this is somehow contained is a notion we need to abandon. This is everywhere.” - Dr. Marty Makary

18:06 - Is China lying about the number of deaths?

21:30 - HOW to get an accurate estimate based on REAL data everyday

24:13 - THESE behavior changes will reduce the societal transmission rate by 50%

25:25 - I ask Dr. Marty Makary about the data from the cruise ships and why only 27% of the people on board got coronavirus… and he explains why the data from the cruise ship is “the perfect case study”

29:35 - We talk about school shutdowns and travel bans

30:18 - “We need to break society down into two constructs: (1) essential and nonessential workers. And (2) high risk and low risk individuals.” - Dr. Marty Markary / Hear Dr. M break down both of these ideas to figure out what categories you’re in

31:50 - We explore The Hong Kong flu, which killed between 1.5 to 3 million people globally in 1968. And other global pandemics to compare the numbers… Dr. M says this “could be roughly 5-10x worse…” and explains why.

35 - We talk about the death rate for the flu

37:20 - Why there are no cures or medicines that slow down the virus

40:30 - Stay active. But don’t go to the gym

42:20 - Where the media has gone wrong… and what the responsibility is for doctors in connection with the media

48:30 - We talk about the food supply chain

50 - How Americans are taking care of each other

52:40 - The math on how to estimate the potential death rate in the U.S.

54:40 - Why it’s good to practice social distancing

56:00 - Will this come back in the winter?

59:17 - Will there be a second round of infection? Is it possible to become immune to COVID-19? And can the virus mutate?

1:02:50 - “This is a time for us to take care of each other, forget about these artificial, political boundaries and see the best in people.” - Dr. Marty Makary

1:50:20 - Why we need to stop relying on government leaders. And start taking care of ourselves

1:09:00 - What’s the long-term benefit of a lockdown?

1:11:00 - “Don’t panic. Prepare. We don’t want to create hysteria. There’s a lot you can do individually and this is one of the only things in healthcare ever, where what you do affects the rest of the country.” - Dr. Marty Makary

1:12:21 - Follow Marty on Twitter @MartyMakary

1:13:11 - I summarize what we heard and learned in the past hour

Also! A lot of you have been writing me and tweeting to say you love this episode with my friend Bill Beteet. Ep. 555 - How to Persuade Anyone of Anything with William Beteet III

He's giving my listeners a special deal to his new course and if you're stuck at home in isolation, now is the perfect time to let yourself learn or improve a skill.

So definitely take him up on the offer while you can. All the information is at www.framescholar.com/james

And here's the link to the episode

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/555-how-to-persuade-anyone-anything-william-beteet/id794030859?i=1000467302479

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Ko04h3dTu4xQAIPLUT4vz

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u925CgWQgG4

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559 - Square Co-Founder Jim McKelvey Reveals The One Trick to Build a Billionaire Dollar Business
Mar 12, 2020

Jim McKelvey is the co-founder of Square and the founder of Invisibly. I wanted to know HOW he got his direction. Because we all have ideas. But how do we know which ones to actually pursue and execute? How can we find the winners? The ones that will provide value. And profit. In this episode, Jim tells us which markets are underserved. And how to find executable business ideas that will give you a sizable return.

And he just wrote a book "The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time"

If you like this episode, you'll also like episode 553 - How to Make Money by Buying an Established, Profitable Business Using None of Your Own Money with Carl Allen

And Carl has a new book on this which you can get for 20% off at carlsbook.com/james

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558 - EMERGENCY UPDATE: 5 Things You NEED to KNOW About Coronavirus & The Stock Market Today
Mar 10, 2020

What the hell happened yesterday? We saw the largest drop in history of the Dow Jones Index. It dropped over 2,000 points, which is more than 7%. So I'm doing an emergency podcast to break down:

⁃ A HISTORY OF MARKET CRASHES
- THE MICRO AND MACROECONOMICS OF CORONAVIRUS
⁃ WHY YOU SHOULDN’T BE SCARED OF MARKET CRASHES
- WHY THE STOCK MARKET FELL...
⁃ WHAT YOU NEED TO KEEP TRACK OF TO PREDICT THE MARKET IN A PANDEMIC
- HOW THIS WILL IMPACT THE ELECTION

and more...

Also if you like this episode or have more questions tweet me @jaltucher

"Carl Allen has nine side hustles. He doesn’t work in any of them. They all just create cashflow for him. He’s been doing this for 27 years. And has done hundreds of deals. Now he’s teaching people how they can do it without investing your own money or having any experience at all. Consider this an introduction to a new, richer life.

Listen to episode 553 - How to Make Money by Buying an Established, Profitable Business Using None of Your Own Money with Carl Allen

And Carl has a new book on this which you can get for 20% off at carlsbook.com/james

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557 - The MOST BIZARRE story that I ever heard! - Brian McFadden
Mar 09, 2020

In this chaotic time, we need a bizarre story. - Jeffrey Epstein went to dinner with some old school comedians. He told them a story about Trump. The story could be false. But if it’s real, it’ll be the more bizarre story you’ve heard about Trump. Period. -

"Carl Allen has nine side hustles. He doesn’t work in any of them. They all just create cashflow for him. He’s been doing this for 27 years. And has done hundreds of deals. Now he’s teaching people how they can do it without investing your own money or having any experience at all. Consider this an introduction to a new, richer life.

Listen to episode 553 - How to Make Money by Buying an Established, Profitable Business Using None of Your Own Money with Carl Allen

And Carl has a new book on this which you can get for 20% off at carlsbook.com/james

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556 - How 30-years of Passion Turns into a Business with Bill Glaser
Mar 05, 2020

The macro formula for building a business with meaning looks like this: real relationships + belief + combining experiences + fixing a problem + adaptability + (I could keep going). But these are just words. Bill Glaser, founder of Outstanding Foods and my new favorite vegan snack (pigless pork rinds) has stories. He’ll tell us how convinced a handful of strategic investors to say “yes” all at once, partnered with Snoop Dogg, found a hole in the market and turned it into an opportunity & more.

Guest quote:

“Belief doesn’t mean having tunnel vision. Belief means adapting” - Bill Glaser

Links and resources:

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555 - How to Persuade Anyone of Anything with William Beteet III
Mar 03, 2020

Any effective leader in the world has learned the art of frame control aka these two skills: perception & persuasion. I decided to interview my friend Bill Beteet about this because he's studied this topic for years, put it into practice and now he's teaching people how to get the results they want in persuasion, perception and frame control.

Learn more www.framescholar.com/james

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554 - CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY UPDATE: I TALK TO TWO TOP SPECIALISTS
Mar 02, 2020

There are new Coronavirus updates! I was sitting at home, and I am nervous just thinking about them. So I called up the two doctors that focus on research on this disease, Dr. Stanley Perlman and Dr. Eric Ding (back to back).

I have to say, I feel so much better after the two interviews.

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553 - How to Make Money by Buying an Established, Profitable Business Using None of Your Own Money with Carl Allen
Feb 28, 2020

Carl Allen has nine side hustles. He doesn’t work in any of them. They all just create cashflow for him. He’s been doing this for 27 years. And has done hundreds of deals. Now he’s teaching people how they can do it without investing your own money or having any experience at all. Consider this an introduction to a new, richer life.

And Carl has a new book on this which you can get for 20% off at carlsbook.com/james

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552 - The One Factor that Will Decide The 2020 Election with Phillip Stutts
Feb 27, 2020

I'm not political. But I'm interested in studying human behavior, history, marketing, what drives decision making, the power of money, perception, persuasion... that's what an election is. It's a soup. So I brought Phillip Stutts back on the show to dissect what's going to define the 2020 election. He's worked on 3 winning presidential campaigns, several governor races, senate races, AND he’s also worked on losing campaigns. Which is important. Because that’s how you learn your field and get better.

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I get a lot of emails from people asking how to make extra money. Or how to make a meaningful impact in life. Or both.

So I want to tell you where to go to learn how to tap into what you love the most and turn it into a profitable income stream. Go find out from my friends Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi. They have a course that I'm forcing my daughters to take. It's called "Knowledge Business Blueprint." And it's exactly that... a step-by-step blueprint that will teach you exactly how to turn your knowledge into a business. All the details are at jameskbb.com.

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551 - How To Escape The Pain of Inner Conflict with Kamal Ravikant
Feb 25, 2020

Kamal went to Nepal to live with monks. But most people can't do this. So I had him come on to teach me what they taught him. I recorded this episode BEFORE Kamal's trip, though. So we can compare. Before and after. Here's the before.

Later, we'll hear how the monks taught Kamal how to feel less anxious. And escape the mental pain that comes from our daily inner conflicts.

So many of you listen to learn how to make extra money. Or make a meaningful impact. Or both. So I want to tell you where to go to learn how to tap into what you love the most and turn it into a profitable income stream. Go find out from my friends Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi. They have a course that I'm forcing my daughters to take. It's called "Knowledge Business Blueprint." And it's exactly that... a step-by-step blueprint that will teach you exactly how to turn your knowledge into a business. All the details are at jameskbb.com.

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550 - How to Find Your Passion: My Wife, Robyn Altucher, and I on How to Find Your Passion at Any Age and Stage of Your Life
Feb 24, 2020

I get these emails all the time, "How do I find my passion? Is it too late? Am I a failure?" Every age asks this. Because we all want to know what's next for us. We all want a second act. Or third. Or fourth. And it's possible. So I sat down with my wife, Robyn, and talked about the exercises that each of us have tried. What works. What doesn't. And where to start (over).

Also! The best place right now to discover your passion is to check out this course from my friends Dean Graziosi and Tony Robbins. It'll teach you what you care about most. And how to turn it into your job. Go check it out. And sign up for the free seminar at jameskbb.com.

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549 - PROOF You Can Conquer Your Biggest Fears: The World's Greatest Daredevil, Nik Wallenda Shares The Secrets He Uses to Successfully Defy Death Again and Again
Feb 20, 2020

Nik Wallenda is a daredevil. He’s broken 11 Guinness World Records and should be dead from all of them. But he’s not. His skill is unexplainable. It’s part acrobat. Part circus. Part mastermind… You might’ve seen him on a highwire. BLINDFOLDED. While crossing the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, between buildings in Time Square or Chicago and more. I wanted to know how Nik defeated fear... was it his childhood training? Was it his focus or ability to control his heart rate? And how does he get himself to keep doing the thing that could plunge him to death while the rest of us are scared to quit our 9-5s? Nik’s talent is unbelievable. But the method behind it is accessible. And something we can all look at as a form of possibility.

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548 - How to make Money doing what you Love - Dean Graziosi
Feb 19, 2020

If you ever catch yourself wondering how to work for yourself, this is the podcast for you. Dean Graziosi was making 1.8 million dollars at age 26. !!?? Can you imagine? When he said this, I thought, "I should’ve been more entrepreneurial." But I'm not too late. And neither are you.

In this episode, Dean breaks down how to turn your life experiences and knowledge into a 6 or 7 figure+ business. He gives real-life case studies from people who followed his new program, Knowledge Broker Blueprint. Which he created with Tony Robbins. They wanted to make it easy for people to find their calling. And actually commit to it.

I could say more. But I think you should do this instead. Sign up for Dean's free LIVE seminar. You'll learn how you can make more money, make an impact and tap into what you love doing. Go to jameskbb.com to sign up.

Trust me.

You'll be glad you did when you look back.

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547 - "The Bigger Family is the Human Race. It's The Most Important Family." Bishop T.D. Jakes on Race, Humanity, the Economy and How To Be In Service of Your True Calling
Feb 18, 2020

I love having Bishop T.D. Jakes on the podcast. This is his third time on the show. And each time, he teaches me something new about turning pain into promise. So what does that mean? It means you're not melting into the pain of life. Instead, you're aware that you're not alone. And that other people could use your help if you pull yourself out of that. And lend them a hand. That's what true entrepreneurship is. And it starts by realizing that you can help people. Click play to hear T.D.'s deeply thoughtful expression of how to turn your passions and pains into something that makes life better not just for you, but for the world.

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546 - How to write a book in 30 days
Feb 17, 2020

Any one can write a book. And publish it. You don’t need a publisher. Or any gatekeeper to approve. You just need your own permission. And then you can do it yourself. So in this podcast, I walk you through how to pick your topic, how to find a unique angle to write about, how to outline your chapter, and so on. Think of this episode as a ready, fire, aim approach to writing and workshopping your own book in just 30 days flat.

And! If you really want to hear how successful someone can be with self-publishing their own book, go look at my friend Kamal Ravikant. He published a short book, 50 pages or so. And still makes money off of it today. It's just passive income. And he felt good writing it.

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545 - How To Think Like Sherlock Holmes: Bestselling Author & Professional Poker Player Maria Konnikova Reveals The Must-Know Mental Strategies For A Sharper Mind
Feb 14, 2020

Maria Konnikova is the New York Times bestselling author of several books, including "The Confidence Game: Why We Fall For It Every Time." And "Mastermind: How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes." Today's she's on the podcast to talk about mastering your mind. Basically, Sherlock Holmes, even though he's a fictional detective, is a mastermind. And there's a lot to learn from him: how to read people, how to know if you're being deceived, how to gain confidence, and more.

Also, let us know which tip or quote is your favorite! @jalutcher and @mkonnikova

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544 - "The Future Is Faster Than You Think:" XPRIZE Chairman and Futurist Peter Diamandis + Award-Winning Journalist Steven Kotler Explain How New Technologies Will Disrupt The Job Market (And at What Speed)
Feb 13, 2020

Peter Diamandis lives in the future. His life revolves around space research, understanding how humans and tech will fuse as one, and how this will impact job security, job creation, money, opportunity... everything. So I wanted to hear the A-Z. What does the future look like? And more than that... how QUICKLY do we need to adapt? Peter just wrote a new book with Steven Kotler, a Pulitzer Prize nominated and award-winning journalist. The book is called, "The Future Is Faster Than You Think: How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Business, Industries, and Our Lives."

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543 - Why We're Going to Fail as an Empire & Other Jokes Drawn From History: Comedians & History Hyenas Hosts Yannis Pappas and Chris Distefano Make Me Laugh For Hours
Feb 11, 2020

"Comedians Yannis Pappas and Chris Distefano are two cuties with smoothies who go WILD for history and nature." I didn't write this. It's on the website for History Hyenas, one of the most hilarious podcasts out there. We recorded this episode to just have fun. But it's also full of a lot of history.

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542 - 2019 Coronavirus: What you NEED TO KNOW with Professor Peter Openshaw from Imperial College London!
Feb 10, 2020

Is the Coronavirus really a threat? I keep seeing headlines. But I don’t know what to think. So I called up Professor Peter Openshaw from Imperial College London. He’s a clinician, and a scientists specializing in lung immunology. In this episode, you’ll learn the science. And find out what we can do to prevent it from getting into our bodies.

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541 - "Try to be the only one saying what you’re saying:" Video Producer & "WheezyWaiter" YouTuber Craig Benzine Shares The 4 Rules for Creativity
Feb 07, 2020

Craig Benzine went from being a waiter to a full-time content creator. His whole life is creative. And you can find it on YouTube when you search “WheezyWaiter”

I asked him about the process of quitting one thing you hate to start something you love. Plus I ask for tips that new creators can use today to get started including how to be authentic, how to find your creative purpose, what rules to follow and where to experiment.

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540 - “Most terrorists are terrifyingly normal" and 15+ Other Surprising Secret Facts From Inside The Mind of Former Intelligence Officer Tom Quiggin
Feb 06, 2020

Tom Quiggin is a former military intelligence officer. And Canadian. And host of the Quiggen Report Podcast about "counter-terrorism in the age of identity politics." (i.e. how can you talk about a threat if you'll be call politically incorrect or worse racist if the threat itself happens to pertain to a certain culture?) I don't know the answer. And usually, I don't care. But I've had a lot of people come on the podcast recently and talk to me about the threat against free speech and comprise. You can take my privacy. I already know Alexa is listening. But free speech is another story. Because, if you look at history, speech is the first thing to disappear when countries collapse. Let's take a look. PLUS you'll also hear what counter-terrorism really looks like (interrogation tactics, interviews, the psychological states of a terrorist's mind and more.)

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539 - Why It's CRUCIAL To Learn How to Ask & Negotiate: I Talk to University of Michigan Professor Wayne Baker & Wharton Professor Adam Grant on How to Create More Opportunities & Make More Money
Feb 04, 2020

We're all scared to ask for certain things: a raise, permission to work from home, more vacation time, seed money, an introduction, whatever. You know what it is for you. So I invited Wayne Baker, author of All You Have to Do Is Ask: How to Master the Most Important Skill for Success" and Adam Grant, esteemed Wharton professor and best-selling author of "Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World" to come on and share which tactics are best for motivating people, negotiating, asking for difficult things and more.

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538 - Why a 4-Day Workweek Makes Humans More Productive & Satisfied: Brendan Lemon and I Dig into The Research and Reasoning
Feb 03, 2020

I have a theory. And it’s backed by research… that if you have a 4 day work week, you’re more productive. Brendan Lemon and I dig into the psychology behind WHY.

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537 - "If you’re not thinking about money then you’re not making it:" Money Expert Nicole Lapin and Entrepeur Magazine Editor in Chief Jason Feifer on How to Have a Money Mindset
Jan 31, 2020

Money isn’t just about what’s in your account. There’s a power to money. But to really understand money and the influence it has in your life, you have to have a money philosophy. You have to think about HOW you think about money. So I interview Nicole Lapin, a financial expert, author, and host with Jason Feifer, the Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur magazine. They both have their own money philosophies. And they'll teach you how to make be more strategic about how you use, make, grown and keep money.

Check out their podcast Hush Money.

https://megaphone.link/HSW2799622578

Where they talk about money — but not *boring* money!

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536 - How to Captivate Someone on a Gut Level: Renowned "Fight Club" Author Chuck Palahniuk Releases The Best Book on Writing I've Ever Read (And I've Read Them All)
Jan 30, 2020

Chuck Palahniuk is the author of Fight Club... a cult classic. And one of my favorite books. I felt so lucky getting to watch him breakdown storytelling. Because he does it in a way that goes beneath the surface. He takes you into what it means to be human. He makes you feel seen and like your life, as messy as it is, makes sense.

Now he has a new book called, "Consider This: Moments in My Writing Life after Which Everything Was Different." Which not only has all the best writing advice I've ever seen, it also has a list of recommended books in the back. Chuck and I read through the list. He asked me, "Have you read this one?"

And said the title. I said, "No."

He said, "I'm so jealous. It's like you're about to have sex for the first time."

I can't wait.

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535 - "There's More to Life Than This.": Run-D.M.C.'s Iconic Rapper, Joseph 'Rev' Simmons & Wife Justine Simmons on "Old School Love," How to Do It & Why it Makes a Happier Love Life
Jan 28, 2020

Joseph ‘Rev’ Simmons is Run D.M.C.’s iconic rapper. He just wrote a book with this wife Justine Simmons called “Old School Love: And Why it Works.” I like this interview because they’re relationship is on full display here. You see they argue and work through it. You hear them banter and talk over each other the way real couples do. And then you see how caring they are for each other. So you’ll get the advice and the examples all at once. And in real-time. AND of course I asked Rev all about his rap career, fame, rising to the top, letting go of drugs, excess, gluttony and finding God.

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534 - The Difference Between a Narcissist & a Sociopath: I Ask Psychotherapist & Bestselling Author Lori Gottlieb to Breakdown The Inside Baseball of Therapy
Jan 27, 2020

Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and the author "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone." In this episode, she tells me the inside baseball of therapy: what's the difference between a narcistist and a sociopath? How do you spot them (so you don't end up in relationships with them) / make sure YOU'RE not one. I also ask her how to deal with passive aggression, the benefits of therapy, and what ways she's personally seen her own client's lives improve.

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533 - We're Back! 'Question of the Day' Reunion LIVE! Freakonomics Host Stephen Dubner and I Talk Rules to Live By, How to Make Life An Experiment & More
Jan 24, 2020

Calling all "Question of The Day" fans! We’re back... For a one-time live reunion. I sit with my good friend and favorite backgammon opponent to comb through our burning questions including

how to make life an experiment
what makes work stand out from the crowd
when it's a good idea to steer from your plans
identity
economics
lies/truth/news
why we stopped doing QOD

The list goes on.

Join us for an episode of laughs. It's a fun one. And tweet us your questions (@jaltucher + @Freakenomics)

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532 - How to Swap Planning for Permission. And Go After What You Actually Want in Life: I Tell Sean Kim on His Podcast "Growth Minds"
Jan 23, 2020

There’s a lot I want to accomplish in life. And I bet there’s a lot you want to accomplish, too. So what’s stopping us? Usually, in my own life, I can boil it down to one thing. It’s not focus. It’s not having some super-specific morning routine. Or 8 hours of sleep (although that’s important)… I accomplish things when I give myself permission to accomplish things. So what does that mean? It means I start doing and stop thinking about what it would look like to do something. So in this episode, you’ll hear Sean Kim, host of “Growth Minds” podcast interview me about how to swap planning for permission and go for what you actually want in life.

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531 - The Secret to Being an Effective Leader: Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink Shares How He Translates Military Leadership to Business Leadership
Jan 21, 2020

Jocko Willink is a NAVY Seal turned leadership coach. He says leadership is “the most complex of all human endeavors.” Because leadership is not just one skill. It’s a combination of hundreds: management, decision making, team building, teaching, disciplining, training... the list goes on. So he wrote a field manual. In this episode, we dig deep into what it looks like to translate military leadership skills into successful business skills.

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530 - How to Stay Ahead of The Future: Tech Futurist, Jamie Metzl Reveals What You Can Do to Stay Sharp in A Rapidly Changing World
Jan 20, 2020

Everything is changing all the time. So how do we keep up? How do we learn to stay ahead of the future? That's what Jamie Metzl is here to tell us. Jamie is a tech futurist, self-taught genomics expert, economist and the bestselling author of "Hacking Darwin," which is all about genetic engineering and "the frontiers of biology." But what's most important here is that Jamie didn't go to school for genomics. He's self-taught. And he skipped the line by be self-taught AND a skilled sci-fi writer. Combining both made his book his #1. And opened the doors to new opportunities. That's what learning is about. So I ask Jamie to teach me how he learns. So we can be better learners, too.

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What we can learn from the greatest investors of all time.
Jan 17, 2020

The “best” is not just a title. The “best” achieved something extraordinary. And that's really what this podcast is about. So today, I’m looking at the 5 best investors in the world, what they knew and what we can learn from them to live wealthier lives. And, with me today, I have my friend Merrick. He’s the professor who signed the letter that got me kicked out of grad school. So he’s a smart man.

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Live a Surprising Life: The Worlds Best Comedian Freestyle Rapper Chris Turner on How to Make the Most of Your Talents
Jan 16, 2020

Chris Turner is the best in the world at the INTERSECTION of freestyling and comedy. Combining two skills is the #1 way to get to the top. I ask him how he found his personal intersection (we all have one. Or many). And we find out how he discovered his talent.

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How to Get Younger While Getting “Older:" Age-defying Actress and Author Suzanne Somers Reveals What The Best Doctors Know about Staying Young
Jan 14, 2020

"I'm 73. But I'm not old," Suzanne Somers said. She has sex all the time. She has her memory, her energy, her hair... and she's beat cancer multiple times (with the help of the most cutting-edge doctors on the planet). Now she's got a book, "A New Way to Age: The Most Cutting-Edge Advances in Antiaging." It'll teach you:

- how to feel youthful - how to prevent memory loss - how to keep your sex drive as you age - how to have quality of life into your hundreds - how to access the lastest age-defying technology

And more.

And make sure to tweet out what you learned. Or share with your friends. Thanks

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What I think about Star Wars, Avengers End Game, and Avatar!
Jan 13, 2020

I was suppose to go on Brendon Lemon's Podcast, The Madness Continues. Instead, we have a spontaneous discuss about Star Wars, Avengers End Game, and Avatar!

There's a second part to the podcast! Go check out Brendon Lemon's The Madness Continues Podcast where you get your podcast!

So here's the show and if you like it, please let us know. I read all the comments and tweets. And use them to make better and better shows in the future.

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The truth about AI, automation, and Andrew Yang - Kevin Surace
Jan 10, 2020

I sat that the world expert in AI, Kevin Surace to discuss if we should afraid of AI and automation or not, gene editing, and Andrew Yang!

So here's the show and if you like it, please let us know. I read all the comments and tweets. And use them to make better and better shows in the future.

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“If You’re Still Trying to Be Rational Now, You’re Crazy:” Comedian Tim Dillon on Being Informed vs. Being Ignorant
Jan 09, 2020

Being informed is getting harder and harder. Everyone has an agenda. Some help you. Some get you to stay tuned it. Others get you to question. I want to question. Because that’s we’re growth is. So I brought Tim Dillon on the show. He’s a stand-up comedian. Which means he does MORE than just comedy. It means he looks at the world with a different lens. He looks for the absurd. And points it out. So we can all see the hypocrisy in life, in history and in our own heads. Learning conspiracies and comedy can be entertainment. Or it can be a learning ground for questioning, discernment and curiosity. I choose the ladder. Here’s my interview with Tim Dillon.

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"Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It:" Best-selling Author Kamal Ravikant on How to Rebuild Yourself from Scratch
Jan 07, 2020

I've been waiting for this moment. For seven years. Because 7 years ago my good friend Kamal Ravikant SELF-published a book. He uploaded it to Amazon. And sold half a million copies. This was without a publisher. Or a marketing team. Or any advance money. He just did it on his own. And it was hugely successful. He was able to use this money to pay for his rent in San Fransisco and basically all of his living for years. The book is called, "Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It." And now he's rewriting the book. And expanding on it. Because he got a lot of questions about the mechanics of loving yourself. People understood from the first copy why it was valuable. But they hoped for more guidance on how to do it themselves. So that's what this podcast is about. It's how to love yourself like your life depended on it. Plus we also talk about the benefits of self-publishing, bypassing the gatekeepers, being creative, being reflective and more.

So here's the show and if you like it, please let us know. I read all the comments and tweets. And use them to make better and better shows in the future.

Thanks -James

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Iran: Why Now? What Next? I talk with THE expert.
Jan 06, 2020

I sat down with the expert, Tom Quiggin from Quiggin Report, and ask him the big question. "Iran: Why now!? And what next!? Will be there another World War?" Tom analyzed and explained the situation to me.

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My breakdown of the Presidential candidates and their narratives!
Jan 03, 2020

What are strong narratives and what are weak narratives?

I sat down with comedian Brian Scott McFadden and we broke down the narratives of all of the presidential candidates to discover what we can learn from each of them and how we might form strong narratives for ourselves.

I also wrote an article about it: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/democratic-disaster-last-night-how-candidates-can-james-altucher/?trackingId=cOH9XPfBQVGug6qlU1GHTQ%3D%3D

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How to Change The Course of Your Life: Psychotherapist, Amy Morin Shares Proven Strategies to Train Yourself to be Mentally Strong
Jan 02, 2020

Amy asked a big question. She said, "Ten years from now when I look back at this decade of my life, am I going to be impressed with how I spent it?" She asks a lot of big questions. Because she's a psychotherapist and the author of the international bestseller, "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do." She's a regular on this show. Because we're friends. But also because I always learn from her. This time we talked about giving yourself permission to quit things that aren't right for you anymore, becoming mentally strong, learning how to use that muscle, and a lot of other things that promote healthy behavior and choosing yourself.

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519 - How to Read People (and a Room) with Precision: Euny Hong Teaches The Ancient Korean Art of Nunchi
Dec 31, 2019

I want to know what people think. And feel. I want to be able to read a room. And then use that to either make more money, create relationships, have more success, make business deals, etc. So I found Euny Hong and invited her on the podcast. She is the author of “The Power of Nunchi: The Korean Secret to Happiness and Success.” Euny told me Steve Jobs was a master at this. You'll hear how he did it. And how to get started yourself.

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518 - “You Don’t Get What You Deserve. You Get What You Negotiate.": Steve Cohen and James Share 10+ of The Best Negotiation Strategies to Increase Your Salary, Buy & Sell Businesses & Get More Vacation Time
Dec 26, 2019

I’ve been through almost every type of negotiation: salary negotiation, vacation time, buying businesses, selling businesses, getting equity, etc. The only negotiation I haven't tried personally is hostage negotiation. But I interviewed one from the CIA. And learned a lot to apply to other negotiations. So I decided to take all my best negotiation tips and put them into one podcast. Here’s me with Steve Cohen on the subject.

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517 - What I Do Whenever I Want to Start Fresh, Set a New Direction & Skip The Line: Sachit Gupta interviews ME on The Conscious Creators Show
Dec 24, 2019

I'm a guest on The Conscious Creators Show. And I'm airing it here. Because I talk a lot about what I've learned from my podcast guests, how I've applied the lessons I've learned from them about choosing yourself and how you can apply it to your life today AND keep it going for the new year. And the new decade

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516 - How to Stand Out in a Crowded World: The Enigmatist, David Kwong, Shares His Secrets To Becoming a Master of Illusion
Dec 19, 2019

David Kwong is known for creating illusions. He’s a master. He’ll make you question your reality. I wanted to know his tricks. Because it's all developed from elements of persuasion. You'll also hear about his career. And how he used talent stacking to get ahead as a famous magician, illusionist and puzzle creator.

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515 - Why People Become Conspiracy Theorists: Quillette Editor Jonathan Kay Explains How People Get Persuaded to Cross the Line of Logic
Dec 17, 2019

Who makes you think what? So many people come on my podcast and say, "Freewill is a myth." We've heard this from Yuval Harari who wrote "Sapiens." We heard it from Robert Greene, author of "The Laws of Human Nature." And now we're learning about it from a different perspective... Jonathan Kay wrote a book in 2011 called, "Among the Truthers: A Journey Through America's Growing Conspiracist Underground." He studied 9/11 conspiracy theorists, people who believe in UFOs, secret societies running the world and more. I wanted to know what makes someone cross the border from skeptical to radical. And he told me it has to do with a lot of elements... fear, control, desire to create hope and fight evil in the world. I was surprised to learn the psychology behind it. AND to learn how you can avoid the trap.

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514 - Have More Fun… It Helps You Become More Strategic in Business & Life: Jonathan Kay on How Game Playing Make You Sharper, Quicker & More Capable
Dec 12, 2019

I love games. I love chess. I love poker. I love anything that helps me be more strategic, prepared for negotiations. I like being able read people and build alliances. All of this comes from games. But I didn’t realize there are so many new games that also teach you about history, war, economics, statistics, the list goes on. I found out when I read Jonathan Kay’s new book “Your Move: What Board Games Teach Us About Life.”

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513 - You Can Invent Something Life-Changing: Chief Don DeLuca Gives a Case Study of What it Takes to Go from Idea to Action
Dec 10, 2019

Someone sent me a video of a young 20-something-year-old getting tasered in the shower by a police officer. He was mentally ill. I thought, “This needs to change.” And it is. Thanks to Chief Don Deluca, Scott Cohen and the whole team behind BolaWrap, a new technology that helps officers restrain people without using extreme force. Their story is proof that problems in society don’t have to stay problems forever. You can look at something difficult that hasn’t changed in 20 years and say, “I’m going to do something about this.” And that’s what this episode will walk you through. You'll learn how to go from problem to idea to action. So you can feel empowered to make the changes you want to see, too.

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512 - You Could Be MUCH More Persuasive: Dilbert Creator Scott Adams on How to Avoid Loserthink & Be More Logical
Dec 05, 2019

We all make stupid arguments all the time. But we can get better. If we take the right steps. So I read Scott Adams new book and invited him on the podcast to talk about “Loserthink.” Loserthink is any kind of argument that’s baseless or lacking evidence.

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511 - What’s Valid Work?: Mike Rowe, “Dirty Jobs” Host on Where Dignity Comes From & How to Feel This In Your Life
Dec 03, 2019

Mike Rowe has been a TV personality for a long time. He’s best known as the host of “Dirty Jobs” where he shows the world what it’s like to do dangerous and disgusting jobs. Mike showed us that there’s dignity in work. Of all kinds. In this episode, I ask Mike what made him want to do that show. He told me, “Curiosity.” “It’s no less valid to wonder how a sewer works than how the Hubble works.” Mike shows that work is not about prestige. It’s about providing… something so many of us forget to recognize ourselves for. Even if we deserve to.

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510 - How to Build a Community That Loves You: Jeannie Gaffigan Speaks About The Support That Came with Battling Brain Cancer
Nov 28, 2019

I’m jealous of Jeannie Gaffigan’s brain tumor. Not the tumor itself. Or the feeding tube. Or side effects. But I’m jealous of the community that came to her side. I told her, "I’m afraid that if this ever happens to me, I won't have the love and support that you've built up over the years." She had a mega support system... neighbors and family who got her the best doctors, plus friends and colleagues who worked with her when she wrote and produced "The Jim Gaffigan Show." She laughed. Because it's the weirdest thing to be jealous of. But she understood. And told me not to worry. "I had no idea I had this [support system]. It took this. You have it. You just don't know. Like me. I didn't know it." She wrote all about this in her new book, "When Life Gives You Pears: The Healing Power of Family, Faith, and Funny People." Which you can also listen to on Audible. It'll make you laugh. And help you feel more connected. And more capable of handling life's hardest moments.

Also if you want to know how to reshape your life, maybe start over, try a new career move, make a new income stream or whatever you need to feel refreshed, then I have a book for you. Go to www.reinventbook.net to claim your free copy of my book "Reinvent Yourself"

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509 - Be Big Enough to Change Your Circumstances: Eric Adams Shares How He Went From "Bad Kid" to Brooklyn Borough President
Nov 26, 2019

Eric Adams was beat by the police at age 15. “They kicked us in the groin over and over again. We were urinating blood for seven days.” So when Eric grew up, he became a cop. “I had no idea I was going to last for 22 years,” he said. “I thought I would be there a year. And then they’d say, ‘Get rid of this guy. This guy’s a trouble maker.” But that never happened. He got promoted. “I was driven. The plan was to go in there with a mission. The mission was to find ways to make communities safe without being in disgrace. How do you turn this noble profession into what it ought to be?” Later on, Eric became a state senator and now he’s Brooklyn Borough President with a new mission to become mayor. In this episode, you’ll hear Eric talk about his drive. And how he turns visions into missions. With real hope. And real possibility.

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508 - How the Human Body (Really) Works: Lessons From Trailblazing Dr. Steven Gundry on Which Foods Increase Energy, Brain Function & Extend Your Lifespan
Nov 21, 2019

I want to live forever. Or at least for as long as I feel like living. So I called Dr. Steven Gundry. He's changing the way we understand health by creating new food pyramids, busting myths about food fads, and helping us understand the underlying science that makes one food bad and another food good.

Dr. Gundry is also the bestselling author of “The Longevity Paradox," “The Plant Paradox” & “The Plant Paradox Family Cookbook." And today I also have a special co-host, Dr. Dean Mitchell, who's a board-certified immunologist with valuable questions that will only help you get better and better at taking care of yourself longterm.

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507 - Back from the Dead: Kamal Ravikant Shares How His Near-Death Experience Led to Inner Peace
Nov 19, 2019

Kamal Ravikant went to the hospital for a scheduled elective surgery. Everything went great. Until the stitches inside his body ripped. And he felt pain in his stomach. He asked the nurse for medicine. Soon his was spurting blood everywhere. One of the residents held him down to try to stop the bleeding. Kamal sat there in fear as he watched the inside of his liquids get all over this man. They had to get him back into surgery. But this time they didn't know if he'd make it out loud. Right before they put the oxygen mask on, Kamal told the doctor, "I'm scared." She held his hand. And he disappeared out of consciousness. Now he's back. He's alive. And he came on the podcast to share what it feels like to start dying. And how living... surviving brought him a new sense of knowing what matters. And what doesn't.

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506 - How to Master Psychology in High-Stakes Situations: Jennifer Shahade Interviews Me About Negotiating, Crypto, Investing & More
Nov 14, 2019

It’s hard to practice psychology in high stakes situations. But it's necessary. I've been practicing this forever. I practice with chess, in business, in negotiating, in investing. Jennifer Shahade also practices this. Actually, no. She's mastered it. She's the U.S. Women's Chess Champion and a professional poker player. We've been playing chess together since we were kids. And I recently went on her podcast, "The Poker Grid." And I'm airing it here for you. We talk about crypto, diversifying your investments, side hustles, and negotiating. Plus, we talk about the psychology of poker, how to take in information and predict your opponent. Here's the show. I hope you enjoy.

- James

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505 - Find Your Point of View & Make Money Creating: Nas Daily on The Power of Consistency & Transparency
Nov 12, 2019

Nas had a great life. And a great job. He was making a ton of money as a software developer for Venmo. But he was too comfortable. So he started a creative challenge where he traveled around the world. And made a one-minute video every day for 1,000 days. He didn’t skip a single day. Which is not easy. So I wanted to have Nas on the podcast to learn how he got the courage to quit his job, travel the world and become a professional creator.

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504x [Bonus] - Never Go Broke Again: Humble The Poet and I Talk About Our Biggest Investing Mistakes. And The 2 Changes That Helped Us Create Real Wealth
Nov 11, 2019

Humble The Poet was scared of going broke again. It was his biggest fear. So he made some necessary changes. And now he's sharing them with you. We recorded this as a quick minisode. It started by accident. We were just talking. And then I looked at my audio engineer. "Are you recording." Yes. Here's the clip.

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504 - The Most Authentic Way to Execute Your Life’s Vision: Humble The Poet on Process > Outcome
Nov 07, 2019

Humble The Poet was a teacher. He didn't like it. And he felt it. He had a different art inside of him. Part of it was rap, part of it was poetry, part of it was philopshy. It took time, but now Humble The Poet is a full-time artist. In this podcast, you'll learn how he gave himself permission to step off of the approved life paths and create his own.

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503 - The Path to Stillness: Ryan Holiday on How to Develop Self-Discipline & Reduce Overwhelm
Nov 05, 2019

This is Ryan Holiday's 10th time on the podcast. In this episode, we talk about his new book, "Stillness Is the Key," which takes an allusive topic (stillness) and makes it applicable to everyday life.

Ryan signed a bunch of copies for me to give away. You can learn how to enter by going to @Altucher on Instagram.

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502 - [Special Edition] - How To Find Your Fire & Fuel Your Brain with A Mindset That Actually Encourages You To Do What You Want in Life
Oct 31, 2019

This is Part 3 of my 500th podcast celebration.

All three episodes have incredible clips from incredible guests.

Here's the list of clips for Part 3. And let me know which clips you love. Or who you'd like to hear more from. And we'll bring it to you.

Thanks.

- James

Clip 1 - Ep. 438 - Brad Meltzer: Our County’s Secrets (Untold Stories From the CIA & Secret Service)

Clip 2 - Ep. 481 - Take Back The Power: Amy Morin on Toxic People, Setting Boundaries & Deciding What’s Worth Your Time

Clip 3 - Ep. 460 - Jeff Garlin: Don't Give Yourself a Back Up Plan (Why Having No Net Leads to Greater Success)

Clip 4 - Ep. 437 - John Maxwell: THE Master of Personal Growth

Clip 5 - Ep. 424 - Byron Allen: How To Make History in Your Dream Industry (A Story About Outsmarting The Standards)

Clip 6 - Ep. 451 - Eric Schmidt: Becoming the CEO of Google... Unlearn Arrogance & Become Your Greatest

Clip 7 - Ep. 425 - David Rubenstein: The Importance of Having a Good 2nd and 3rd Life (Lessons From The Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group)

Clip 8 - Ep. 473 - Jamie Metzl: The Future of Life on Earth: Threats, Opportunities, & Scientific Predictions You Never Saw Coming

Clip 9 - Ep. 471 - Eric Weinstein: The Formula for Innovation (And How to Escape Your Own Restrictions)

Clip 10 - Ep. 491 - Find Your Creative Calling: Chase Jarvis on How to Establish a Daily Practice & Make Time for What You Love

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501 - [Special Edition] - Why We Struggle to Bring Our Ideas to Fruition (The Truth About Human Nature) & How to Overcome It
Oct 30, 2019

Here's Part 2 of my 500th celebration!

I'm releasing three bonus episodes. You can listen in any order.

They all have a mix of clips that show you how to find what you really love in life, how to overcome the fear and self-doubt that plagues all of us, how to predict the future, get a new skill and more.

I hope you enjoy. But most of all, I want to say thank you for supporting this show. I appreciate it. Everyone who works on this show appreciates you. And we really hope you get as much value from this as we do.

Here's the list of clips for Part 2:

Clip 1 - Ep. 455 - Bishop T.D. Jakes: How to Turn Unexpected Pain into Power

Clip 2 - Ep. 403 - Robert Greene: The Laws of Human Nature... (Why We Are The Way We Are)

Clip 3 - Ep. 412 - Kai-Fu Lee: Who Will Win In The Future? (AI, China, Capitalism and The New World Order)

Clip 4 - Ep. 457 - Sam Harris: Why You’re Failing to Make Sense of Your Life

Clip 5 - Ep. 422 - George Gilder: How to Think Like a Futurist

Clip 6 - Ep. 406 - Howard Marks: Billionaire Investor on Market Cycles (How to Survive the Bad Days & Win the Good Days)

Clip 7 - Ep. 413 - Danica Patrick: Finding Your Driving Force

Clip 8 - Ep. 477 - Mike Love: Life as a Beach Boy (Memories, Lyrics, & A Behind The Scenes Look at The Band Who Gave Us "Good Vibrations")

Clip 9 - 408 - James Frey: Breaking The Rules, Writing & Becoming Yourself Again

Clip 10 - Ep. 426 - Gilbert Gottfried: Laugh Everyday (It's Medicine For Your Day)

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500 - [Special Edition] - How to Revive Your Dead Dreams & Make Your Life Worth Living (It’s Not Too Late)
Oct 29, 2019

Consider this the new year. I'm releasing 3 episodes back-to-back with the greatest advice from 30 guests. Today you'll get 10 clips (I made a list of the guests and episodes below so yu can follow along). But here's what I'm thinking. Use these 3 episodes as a guide. Let them help you reinvent.

I do this every 100 episodes.

500 is big.

And it's hard to choose the clips. Because there are so many great ones.

But I want to give you a good mix. So here's what you'll get in Part 1:

Clip 1 - Ep. 421 - David Goggins: “Never Be Satisfied With Your Life… Find Your New 100%”

Clip 2 - Ep. 474: Scott Galloway - Men's Health: "If You Continue To Do This, You're Going to Die Early"

Clip 3 - Ep. 442 - Justice Sonia Sotomayor: Lessons From a Supreme Court Justice on How to Persuade & Convince

Clip 4 - Ep. 407 - Charlamagne Tha God: Mental Health & Coping with Anxiety

Clip 5 - Ep. 423 - John Paul DeJoria: Build A Self-Made Personality (How John Went From Homeless to Billionaire)

Clip 6 - Ep. 494 - Talking About Depression & Mental Wellness: Gary Gulman on Using Comedy as Therapy

Clip 7 - Ep. 411- Wyclef Jean: From Poverty to The World Stage (How to Dream a New Reality)

Clip 8 - Ep. 463 - Humble the Poet: Unlearn The Lessons That Hurt You. So You Can Learn The Lessons That Help You

Clip 9 - Ep. 441 - Steven Pressfield: It’s Not Too Late to Become the Hero of Your Journey (Listen to Your Gut)

Clip 10 - Ep. 484 - The Best Tool To Unlock Your Creativity: Julia Cameron on "The Artist's Way"

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499 - Learn to Live in The Maybe: Tim O'Brien on War, Writing & Resting in The Unknown
Oct 24, 2019

Tim O’Brien is the bestselling author, “The Things They Carried.” Tim wrote this book as a veteran of the Vietnam war. He was drafted. Like everyone else in their 20’s at the time. “85, 90% of our casualties came from land mines,” he said. “Not gunfire. Not the typical battle you’ll see in movies. Landmines were the killing force.” Every step he took was a mystery. People died all around him. ““I’ll never know how close my foot was to a land mine,” he said. Now he's 73. And has a new book. It's called "Dad's Maybe Book." His son came up with the title. But I look at this book as a sequel to "Thinks They Carried." Because both books include the idea of "maybe." "Will I live another day?" "every day has maybe," Tim said. "But that’s true for everyone. We all write our maybe books. Maybe my dreams will come true. Maybe not. Maybe I’ll change my dream, amend them or qualify them..." This episode is about learning to get comfortable with the maybe. Settling in. And seeing the story unfold.

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101 Rule for Starting Your Business: Steve Cohen and I Discuss The Psychology of Business
Oct 22, 2019

The rules of business are the same in 1800 and now. The times change. The products change. But the psychology of business stays the same. I'll tell you my stories. And lessons on being creative, executing your ideas, who to hire, giving yourself permission to make mistakes. And more. You can also check out my article here, "101 Rule for Starting Your Business."

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498 - How to Quit the Stable Job You Hate For Something Better: Mike Bullard on His Journey from Cop to Comic
Oct 17, 2019

Mike Bullard dropped out of school to become a cop. He wanted to solve murders. But no one really gets murdered in Canada. So he quit. And became a stand-up comedian. Then a talk show host and radio host. He’s since been named the greatest TV talk show host in Canadian history. I asked him about his decision to quit and turn toward a new (and harder) dream. Here’s Mike Bullard on how he made it to the top.

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497 - The Cross Between Business & Elections: Phillip Stutts on What Good Marketing Campaigns Do & Don’t Do
Oct 15, 2019

I want to know who's going to win the election. And how. What marketing tactics will they use? How will the persuade? Is negative advertising good? I called Phillip Stutts. And he came back on the podcast to tell me his predictions. He’s gotten all sorts of political offices elected: presidents, senators, etc. But he's also worked for losing campaigns. And can speak to what DOESN'T win.

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496 - What It Takes to Break a World Record: Aaron Berg on How to Play The Long Game in Comedy & Any Other Career
Oct 10, 2019

Aaron Berg is a world record-breaking comedian. He just shattered a comedy record by doing 25 sets. At 25 different clubs. All in one night. He filmed it all. And made a new special called "25 Sets." Which you can get on Amazon. Or iTunes. In this episode, I ask Aaron why he got into comedy, but we also talk about angry people, this new heightened level of outrage, and how to alchemize it into laughs.

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495 - Life is Happening Around You: T.J. Miller on Getting Out of Your Head, Ignoring Internet Mobs, Bitcoin & More
Oct 08, 2019

T.J. Miller is a stand-up comedian and actor. It's his second time on the podcast. We talked about his upcoming movie, "Underwater." But we also talk about the future of bitcoin, the changing media landscape, why people are so angry and the benefits of getting away from the screen. And joining real life.

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494 - Talking About Depression & Mental Wellness: Gary Gulman on Using Comedy as Therapy
Oct 03, 2019

Gary Gulman is a comedian I love as a professional, a person and a friend. He first came on my podcast in 2016. When he was severely depressed. He could barely get out of bed. I admired him. Because he was really honest about it. He's doing better now. But there's no such thing as perfect when it comes to mental health. We all have our battles. Whether it's with self-doubt, fear of getting out of our comfort zone, wanting to be liked... or if it's the intense spectrum of clinical depression, which Gary brings light to. And laughter in his new HBO comedy special, "The Great Depresh."

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493 - How to Protect Your Money & Your Identity: Frank Abagnale Gives Simple Strategies to Outsmart Today's Rip-off Artist
Oct 01, 2019

“Everyone in America has had their identity stolen already,” Frank Abagnale said. He would know. He’s a con artist. Well, used to be. He retired. But 50 years ago, Frank was one of the most wanted men in the U.S. And in 2002, Steven Spielberg made a movie about him called “Catch Me If You Can,” starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Now, Frank has a new life teaching people how to protect their identity. And avoid all kinds of scams (romance scams, go fund me scams, investing scams, etc.) And he wrote a book with all these tips called “Scam Me If You Can: Simple Strategies to Outsmart Today's Rip-off Artists”.

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492 - Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To: David Sinclair on The Science and Technology of Living Longer
Sep 26, 2019

Anti-aging technology is here. And David Sinclair is the biologist, researcher and genetics professor with the answers to all my questions about how to live longer, how to reverse your biological clock, age better, or even anti-age. He just wrote the book, “Lifespan: Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To.” And runs The Sinclair Lab at Harvard Medical School... But before you press play, I'll tell you the best part. We don't have to wait or be babies to take advantage of this technology. All we have to do is be alive.

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491 - Find Your Creative Calling: Chase Jarvis on How to Establish a Daily Practice & Make Time for What You Love
Sep 24, 2019

Chase Jarvis is one of the best photographers in the world. He's the founder of Creative Live, the world’s largest online learning platform for creatives & entrepreneurs. And now, he's the author of the new book: “Creative Calling: Establish a Daily Practice, Infuse Your World with Meaning, and Succeed in Work + Life.” This book is the bible of creativity. In this episode, I ask Chase, "How do you start when it’s been so long," how to find time to be creative, how to turn off self-judgment and more.

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490 - What It Takes: Steve Schwarzman, Founder of BlackStone, on How to Turn Your Vision into a Reality
Sep 19, 2019

I could ask Steve Schwarzman 5 more hours of questions. He's the Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder of the largest private equity firm on the planet, Blackstone. And now, he's the author of, "What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence."

And (special announcement for my listeners), right now, for a limited time, you can claim a free copy of my new book, "The Side Hustle Bible." I wrote this book because people ask me all the time, "How can I make extra income? How can I choose myself?" I put it all in this book, "The Side Hustle Bible." Which details 177 ways to make extra income. Learn how to claim your free copy in today's episode.

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489 - The Art of Human Connection: Brian Grazer on How to Let Curiosity Lead You Forward
Sep 17, 2019

Brian Grazer is one of the top producers of all time in Hollywood. He's a producer of "Splash," "Apollo 13," "A Beautiful Mind," which he won the Oscar for Best Picture. He produced one of my favorite movies, "8 Mile," and another favorite movie, "Blue Crush." Plus, my favorite TV series, "Arrested Development," and other great TV series like "24," "Empire," and more. He's also the author of two book, "Face to Face, the Art of Human Connection" and "A Curious Mind."

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488 - How to Learn Anything Extremely Quickly: Scott Young on The Science of Ultralearning
Sep 12, 2019

Scott Young is the author of "Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career." And he's not just a researcher. He's lived this. Scott finished a four-year MIT degree in just one year. He's self-taught himself multiple languages, drawing, and a lot of other skills that take people decades to master. In this episode, you'll hear Scott's step-by-step approach for learning any difficult skill you have in mind.

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487 - In Honor & Memory... We Hear An Air Traffic Controller’s 9/11 Story: How Chris Tucker Saved Lives
Sep 11, 2019

Chris Tucker is a former air traffic controller. He was working in New York City on 9/11. And spent the whole day trying to keep the passengers of two hijacked planes safe. This episode is his story. It's heroic. And it saved lives. But Chris says, "I was just doing my job."

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486 - Everything Doctor's & Hospitals are Afraid to Tell You: Dr. Marty Makary on How to Negotiate Your Medical Bills, Advocate For Yourself & Restore U.S. Healthcare
Sep 10, 2019

Healthcare is making people bankrupt. Doctors screw you. Hospitals scam you. They recommend surgeries you don't need. Or rob you based on what "network" you're in. Why? Because we're not informed. And Marty Makary is here to change that. "Every price on a hospital bill is negotiable," he said. Then he told me how. Here's why you can trust Marty. Because he's on the inside. He's a surgeon at John Hopkins, a health policy expert, professor and the author of "The Price We Pay: What Broke American Health Care--and How to Fix It" and "Unaccountable: What Hospitals Won't Tell You and How Transparency Can Revolutionize Health Care." Listen to this episode to hear how you can take charge of your personal healthcare. And how your friends and family can, too.

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485 - The State of Big Business: Tyler Cowen's Contrarian Economic View
Sep 05, 2019

Tyler Cowen is an economist and the author of "Big Business: A Love Letter to an American Anti-Hero." This book is meant to help calm your nerves. He says, "I think we're in a grumpy time period. People are upset at politicians, at Congress, somewhat at the church, the media, there’s a loss of faith in many institutions. There’s a sense that whatever is perceived as having power has to be taken down and I think big business is caught up in that... I thought I would just write down the things about big business that no one else was saying." It's sort of a contrarian book... "which ought not to be contrarian.”

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484 - The Best Tool To Unlock Your Creativity: Julia Cameron on "The Artist's Way"
Sep 03, 2019

Julia Cameron is the author of "The Artist's Way." I've read and re-read this book for decades. It's THE #1 tool for when I need to clear out my self-doubt, fear, creative blocks, etc. And I'm not the only one. Countless of movie producers, actors, writers, and more have used this book to unlock their creativity. And build success.

Listen to hear what it can do for you.

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483 - Political Incorrectness: Brian Scott McFadden on The Disease of PC Culture in the Trump Era
Aug 29, 2019

Brian Scott McFadden is on a mission to make comedy funny again. He says, "You're a human being. And that's what comedy is supposed to be about... our shared humanity." You'll hear some really funny, thought-provoking bits. You'll hear classic impersonations. And you'll be given the chance to question the level of animosity, fear, anger, hypocrisy, etc. in the air. And determine if you've given up your ability to look at the bright side. Listen to have a laugh with us.

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Why People Fail (The Do's & Don’ts: What We Learned from 500 Peak Performers)
Aug 27, 2019

I'm getting ready to celebrate my 500th episode. So I'm relearning old lessons. And I want you to join me. Steve Cohen (podcast producer extraordinaire) says, "What's the best room in the house? The room for improvement." Listen to learn all our favorite lessons on WHY people fail. So you can start making your own incremental changes in your daily life today.

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482 - Unconventional Careers: How Tank Sinatra Turned an Obsessive Mind into a Profitable Online Career
Aug 22, 2019

Tank Sinatra was an alcoholic. He knew it early on. And quit drinking when he was 22 years old. "You know how people say they're going to go have 'A drink?'" he said, "I've never done that." He calls it an allergy. Because his reaction to alcohol is so abnormal. He told me how he quit. And how he turned his attention to the internet. He started making memes. Which got a lot of attention. Now he runs several meme accounts on Instagram. Including @tank.sinatra (1.8 million followers). He'll tell you how he left his job as a fence salesman and built one of the most sought after unconventional careers in modern society.

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481 - Take Back The Power: Amy Morin on Toxic People, Setting Boundaries & Deciding What’s Worth Your Time
Aug 20, 2019

Amy Morin is a psychotherapist and the author of the international bestseller, "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do." She's seen firsthand how people change their lives. And coming on the show to help you take back the power in your own life. Just like she did. And just like her clients.

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480 - Chris Gethard: How to Talk About The Hard Things In Life & Make it Funny
Aug 15, 2019

Chris Gethard makes issues like depression, anxiety & loneliness funny. He's a comedian, actor and the host of the podcast “Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People." In this episode, you'll hear Chris Gethard's top tips for inserting the funny into the difficult... I'll tell you why this is important. It will help you with sales, business, connecting with people, etc. Being funny isn't just for comedians. It's a business skill, a parenting skill, a life skill, etc.

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479 - Jackie Martling: Life as The Joke Man & Why Passion Isn't Enough
Aug 13, 2019

Jackie Martling is a professional joke writer. He spent 18 years writing jokes for “The Howard Stern Show.” He’s also had his own radio show about jokes on Sirius XM. And he’s the author of ‘The Joke Man: Bow to Stern.”

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478 - Tim Staples: The Psychology Behind Capturing Attention & Making Content Go Viral
Aug 08, 2019

Tim Staples makes content go viral. In this episode, he'll break down the psychology behind capturing attention. Which you can use in any area of life: sales, pitching a business, growing a following online, getting people behind you, crowdfunding, getting your kids to listen and care, etc. Everything comes from Tim's new book, "Break Through The Noise: The Nine Rules To Capture Global Attention."

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477 - Mike Love: Life as a Beach Boy (Memories, Lyrics, & A Behind The Scenes Look at The Band Who Gave Us "Good Vibrations")
Aug 06, 2019

Mike Love is a singer and co-founder of The Beach Boys. I did this interview LIVE in New York. (Come to a show sometime!) We talk about his legendary career and how The Beach Boys became a global sensation pre-internet. We also talk about writing music, being creative, what was happening in the 60’s and 70’s, how Mike is still able to go on tour at age 78 and more. Listen to this episode to join us in remembering the good old days.

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476: Andrew Schulz - How to Be Authentic Everywhere. All The Time.
Aug 01, 2019

Andrew Schulz is a comedian and host of “The Brilliant Idiots” podcast with Charlamagne Tha God and "Flagrant 2" with Akaash Singh and Kazeem Famuyide. In this episode you’ll hear all his marketing hacks for building an audience, becoming discoverable, growing on YouTube, etc. And he’ll also teach you his #1 skill: being authentic everywhere. All the time.

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475: David Bach - What Do You Need to Retire? (& How to Invest Money That Aligns with Your Values)
Jul 30, 2019

David Bach is the author of "The Latte Factor: Why You Don't Have to Be Rich to Live" and "The Automatic Millionaire: A Powerful One-Step Plan to Live and Finish Rich." He'll teach you about the financial anxieties we create in our head, why they're dead wrong, how to relax, save and get ready for the life you imagine for yourself.

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474: Scott Galloway - Men's Health: "If You Continue To Do This, You're Going to Die Early"
Jul 25, 2019

Scott Galloway quit everything in 1999. He quit his job, his marriage. “I didn’t like my friends. I didn’t like myself,” he said. So he went out on his own. Two years later he felt like he was going to die. “I only left my loft for food, sex and to go to the ready-teller,” he said. "An instinct kicks in that if you continue to do this, you're going to die early." He did the research. And found that men who live alone die 8-10 years earlier than men who are engaged in a family. So he started to study what was happening in his head. What was it about isolation that made him vulnerable? You'll hear the science in this episode. You'll also hear about the psychology of money, how to use it to feel happier, the 3 types of love (and which is the most important to longevity), what memories in your life will solidify in your brain as your greatest moments in life, and more.

All of this comes from Scott Galloway's newest book "The Algebra of Happiness." Which he wrote because he made a video about it, got 2 million views and realized "people need to hear this."

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473 - Jamie Metzl: The Future of Life on Earth: Threats, Opportunities, & Scientific Predictions You Never Saw Coming
Jul 23, 2019

Jamie Metzl is a tech futurist, sci-fi writer, CIA think-tank participant, self-taught genomics expert, economist and more. His new book is “Hacking Darwin: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Humanity” about the future of life on earth: the threats, the opportunities, the differences and predictions you'll never see coming (unless you click play).

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472 - Eric Weinstein: How to Question the World Around You & Find Your Core Theories (Part 2)
Jul 18, 2019

Eric Weinstein was going to drop out of college. But he got a degree... from Harvard. In mathematical physics. And now he’s the Managing Director of Thiel Capital (Peter Thiel’s investment firm). And he's the host of the new podcast "The Portal." In Part 1, we talk about his background. And in this episode (part 2), we talk about the hidden ways you're being suppressed, how to "unspin the world" and see it differently, what Eric recommends to practice "first principles" thinking and more.

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471 - Eric Weinstein: The Formula for Innovation (And How to Escape Your Own Restrictions) (Part 1)
Jul 16, 2019

Eric Weinstein is the managing director of Thiel Capital. He has a Ph.D. from Harvard in mathematical physics. (Meaning, listening to him WILL make you smarter.) I asked him how he learned to think so clearly. Because too many of us are in a fog or sleep-deprived or on an emotional stress-induced roller coaster. So how do you get off? Eric explains: try being an imposter, look for the core principle of any given problem, let history be your reference in life, build reliable mental models and more. He explains how in this episode.

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470 - Ramit Sethi: Are You Building The Skills & Habits to Live a Rich Life? (Part 2)
Jul 11, 2019

Ramit Sethi's is the only person who will tell you exactly how to improve your behavior about money. He's direct. No BS. He's very honest about "the one thing you have to focus on to become a millionaire."

You'll learn that in this episode. You'll also hear our heated debates about when and HOW to stop paying your credit card debt, what makes your 401K a (potential) scam, how to get rid of your financial stress, who should invest in crypto. And more.

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Also check out part 1. You'll learn how to stop having so much fear around money. So you can embrace the possibility and opportunities you have to make and spend money in a way that actually makes you feel like you're living.

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469 - Ramit Sethi: The New Rules about Money & Wealth + What You Don't Know About Achieving Financial Freedom (Part 1)
Jul 09, 2019

Ramit Sethi is the bestselling author and coach of "I Will Teach You To Be Rich," a book that tells you the biggest money mistakes you make, the exact words you should use in a negotiation, how to spend money in a way that actually makes you happy and light up. And more.

We also did a part 2 (coming out soon) where we have such heated debates over when to stop paying your credit card debt, when 401Ks become just evil scams, then we yell at each other about cryptocurrencies, etc.

So tune in. Here's part 1: The NEW Rules about Money & Wealth + What You Don't Know About Achieving Financial Freedom

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468 - David Epstein: Proof That It’s Never Too Late to Master Something New
Jul 04, 2019

We've been lied to. All of our lives, we were told that the most successful people in the world started young. And focussed on just one thing. LIES! David Epstein just wrote about this in his book, "Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World." This book is proof that there are shortcuts to mastery. (And I bet you're already doing at least one of the shortcuts). In this episode, you'll hear the formula for mastery, how to start something new at any age and you'll hear case studies of famous artists, athletes, investors and more... all who dabbled in life, tried different careers, moved around and still rose to the top.

Oh! And if you like this episode, please remember to subscribe.

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467 - Gabriel Weinberg: These 10 Biases Impact Who & What Influence You
Jul 02, 2019

I’m jealous of Gabriel Weinberg. He wrote the book I WISH I wrote. It’s called “Super Thinking: The Big Book of Mental Models.” This book has hundreds of mental models, cognitive biases, ect. This is a book I'm going to keep out and re-read pretty regularly. Because it explains why we think the way we think.

Here are a few you'll hear about in this episode: how to force yourself into thinking critically, how to stop jumping to conclusions, how to end arguments with people you love, how to improve your decision-making ability and more.

And Gabriel is also the founder of Duck Duck Go, a search engine that gets over a billion searches a month. And focusses 100% of keeping you safe and searches private. You'll hear more about this, why I use it and how it can benefit you.

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466 - Brad Thor: How to Start Carving Out Time For Your Dream
Jun 27, 2019

Brad Thor used to work in the TV industry. Then he got married. And his wife asked him, “If you were on your death bed, what would you regret not doing?" He answered right away. Without thinking. "Write a novel," he said. Now he's written 19. And he's one of my all-time favorite thriller writers. He told me how he carved out time for his dream, what it's like to work on secret projects with the government, how he got his book deals, the beats of a thriller and more.

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465 - Susie Essman: Bravery = Opening Yourself Up to Getting Rejected. Showing Who You Are. And Going For What You Want
Jun 25, 2019

People are scared to be brave. Not Susie Essman. She puts her guts out there. It's how she became a successful comedian and actor. And this is a serious model of success in any situation. Because you can't half-ass your business, your book, your life, your career. So I asked Susie "How do you get to that level of bravery?" "What should someone listening practice?" And she told me.

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You can see Susie on HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm," Comedy Central's "Broad City," ABC's "Bless is Mess." And she has a novel coming out soon about a woman who has to clean out her mother’s apartment after she dies.

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464 - Humble the Poet: Unlearn The Lessons That Hurt You. So You Can Learn The Lessons That Help You (Part 2)
Jun 20, 2019

This is part 2 with Humble the Poet. In part 1 we talk about how he quit his teaching job. And became an artist. In part 2, Humble tells me how he became an artist who serves a community AND profits.

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463 - Humble the Poet: Unlearn The Lessons That Hurt You. So You Can Learn The Lessons That Help You (Part 1)
Jun 18, 2019

Humble the Poet started out as someone who didn’t know what he wanted to do in life. Then he became a teacher. He was good with kids. But there was too much bureaucracy in the job. So he quit. I asked him a bunch of “how” questions. “How did you quit?” “How did you start your side gig?” “How did you know you’d make money? or be successful.” A lot of it was about following his intuition. And taking one step at a time. Which anyone can do. At any age.

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462 - Scot Cohen: Don't Stay Small. Build Real Businesses Using Just Your Network
Jun 13, 2019

Scot Cohen has made millions from networking. But he used to have a hard time figuring out who was toxic and who was actually a good connection. So I asked him how what flipped the switch? He told me how he went from miserable job to millions off networking.

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461 - Ben Mezrich: Bitcoin Billionaires (And The Future of Crypto)
Jun 11, 2019

I believe in bitcoin. But not everyone understands it. It's confusing. So Ben Mezrich wrote about it. But not in the boring way you've seen over and over again. Ben Mezrich is a thriller writer. So he found the drama. And shows you bitcoin's dark history and its bright future.

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460 - Jeff Garlin: Don't Give Yourself a Back Up Plan (Why Having No Net Leads to Greater Success)
Jun 06, 2019

Jeff Garlin is an actor, known for playing Jeff Green (Larry David’s sidekick) on Curb Your Enthusiasm (my favorite show!). He’s also on The Goldberg and he’s been doing stand up comedy for 37 years. But he didn't start out knowing he'd be successful. He just gave himself no other choice. "Because I had nothing to fall back on," he said. "My dad always used to say, ‘Have something to fall back on.’ If I had something to fall back on and I liked it, I might’ve fallen back on it."

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459 - Mike Reiss: True Stories: How To Survive a Horrible Boss, The Oscars, Make a Cartoon From Scratch & More
Jun 04, 2019

Mike Reiss had a horrible boss. He'd call him up just to say, "XYZ sucks." He'd hold group meetings just to put his insults on display. "He was impossible," Mike said. But he dealt with it. Which seems like something a lot of people don't know how to handle. Mike gave me his tips and then also told me what life is like now. He's a co-founding writer of "The Simpsons." And he still flies to LA once a week to work on the show. "I can make jokes. I can’t really do much else," he said. "And thank God it’s a job. I'm the luckiest man in the world.”

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458 - Roger McNamee: Who’s Really in Control of Your Mind? These Are The Secret Ways You're Being Manipulated
May 30, 2019

He’s back! Roger McNamee is a Silicon Valley veteran who’s mentored everyone from Steve Jobs to Bill Gates to Mark Zuckerberg. And more. But he’s not here to talk about their success. He’s here to talk about the ways their success is crippling our freedom. And how to change that. Before it’s too late (also, I should say, I’m never a fan of "doom and gloom" marketing. This is not that. This is education. And knowledge. Which equals power.) This episode is the start of a privacy revolution. And you'll be glad to look back one day and say, "I remember how that got started."

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457 - Sam Harris: Why You’re Failing to Make Sense of Your Life
May 28, 2019

Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, philosopher, meditation advocate, he's the host of the "Making Sense" podcast and the New York Times bestselling author of "The End of Faith" "Waking Up," "The Moral Landscape" and more. This episode is long. But you can listen to it in piece if thats easier. Here are some of the subjects we talk about: irrational vs. rational thinking, expectations, anxiety, “the effort of an examined life,” how cults think, how to win an argument, why no one likes to talk about climate change, human imagination, and more.

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456 - Rich Karlgaard: You Can Flourish Later in Life (It’s More Possible Now Than Ever)
May 23, 2019

Rich Karlgaard has done everything from dishwashing to running Forbes magazine. He was a late bloomer. And he wanted to hunt down other late bloomers. He gives a bunch of examples in this podcast. And wrote a book about this phenomenon titled, "Late Bloomers: The Power of Patience in a World Obsessed with Early Achievement."

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455 - Bishop T.D. Jakes: How to Turn Unexpected Pain into Power
May 21, 2019

Bishop T.D Jakes has served millions of people all over the world. He listens to their stories. And has learned this: "Pain always leaves a gift behind." And he wants to teach you how to find that gift. "Sometimes things happen to us that we did not choose," he said. This episode and T.D.'s new book, "Crushing" will help you deal with that truth.

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454 - Caroline Hirsch: Film Making, Art & Expression as Activism
May 16, 2019

Caroline Hirsch is the owner and founder of the iconic Caroline’s comedy club in Time Square New York. She’s worked with Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno, Tracy Morgan, Amy Schumer, and all the greats. She told me about the pattern that great performers go through. But we also talked about a new project: "Ask For Jane." It's a film about the activists who worked secretly to help women get safe abortions at a time when abortion was totally illegal. She said that even talking about abortion could be considered grounds for manslaughter. And the point Caroline wants to make is that these rights are at risk right now.

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453 - Pete Holmes: The Beauty of Healing Through Jokes
May 14, 2019

Pete Holmes wants to rearrange the molecular structure of your brain. NOT through science. He wants to do it through comedy. And masturbation jokes. "When my wife left me," he said, "I realized that comedy is noble. People are hurting and it’s a good thing to do. I know I’m being a little bit high-hoped about stand-up, but good comedy can alchemize pain into pleasure. And I’m getting emotional, but that’s f***ing beautiful.” Don't let these quotes fool you, though. This episode is as hilarious as it is philosophical. And if you like that, also check out Pete's new book "Comedy Sex God."

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452 - Mark Manson: Everything Is F*cked (A Conversation About Hope)
May 09, 2019

Mark Manson is the best selling author of “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck.” And now, his new book is, "Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope." Mark started this book when he got depressed.He wanted to find out what hope is and how we can get more of it.

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451 - Eric Schmidt: Becoming the CEO of Google... Unlearn Arrogance & Become Your Greatest
May 07, 2019

Eric Schmidt is the former CEO of Google. Founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page hired him to gear Google up for the IPO. But something happened. They told him, “You need a coach.” Eric disagreed. He thought “I’m so great! You just hired me.” Arrogance kicked in. And he forgot about all the potential he had. We all do this. For different reasons: we're busy, we're tired, we think we know it all, ect. But there's no good reason to stop growing.

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Yesterday's "10 Ideas" List (Proof that BAD Ideas Lead to The Good Ideas)
May 02, 2019

I get this question a lot: “Did you start coming up with ideas because you were already successful?” I'll tell you WHY they ask this. Because people think "I need to pay my bills and THEN I'll change my life." That's backwards. I was dead broke and dead lonely when I started writing 10 ideas a day. It changed my life. Even the bad ones. So I still do it. Every single day. In this episode, I sit with Steve Cohen and go over yesterday's idea list ("10 Reality TV Show Ideas"). You'll see why ideas are infinite. And how bad ideas lead to the best ideas.

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450 - Mark Malkoff: It's OK to Not Takes Yourself Seriously All The Time.
Apr 30, 2019

Mark Malkoff is a comedian who challenges himself to the impossible. And I don't mean medical miracles or anything like that. Everything he does is purely ridiculous. “I get super focussed when someone says I can't pull something off,” he said. This episode will teach how to become persistent. And it will teach you that it's ok to not takes yourself so seriously all the time.

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How to Deal With Crappy, Toxic People
Apr 25, 2019

When I wrote “How to Deal with Crappy People” it became the most popular post on my blog. Everyone is dealing with crappy people. Since that post came out, the most common question I am asked is "What if the crappy person is your boss?" "Or someone you work with?" "Or someone you live with?" In other words, what if the person who is actively trying to harm you, who probably hates you to the core of your being, is someone you or forced to deal with every day? Steve and I talk about the different ways we deal with this, what works, what doesn't work, and some things worth trying out.

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449 - Chelsea Handler: Life Will Be The Death of Me (Stories About Grief, Healing, Cannabis & The Quest for Meaning)
Apr 23, 2019

Chelsea Handler is a comedian and the author of “Life Will Be The Death Of Me.” I interviewed her live at Stand Up New York (you can find out about upcoming live shows here).

We talked a lot about trauma, comedy, death... and healing. Chelsea was only 9 years old when her oldest brother died. She felt abandoned. She thought “He went and got himself killed. He wasn’t even careful!” No one taught her how to grieve. So it followed her. Until finally, something else triggered her. Now Chelsea is using comedy (and cannabis) to help "take the edge off." And make the healing less taboo, more fun, and accessible for everyone.

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448 - Dave Barry: How To Have More Humor in Your Life
Apr 18, 2019

Dave Barry is a comedian and the author of “Lessons From Lucy: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog.” The book is really funny. I rarely laugh out loud while reading. I have Dave tell me about the inspiration for the book and some of the ways his life has changed (for the better) at age 70, including how to have more humor, more joy and feel an overall sense of satisfaction and goodness.

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447 - Hal Elrod: Decide What Has Power Over Your Life and Your Future (Using "The Miracle Equation")
Apr 16, 2019

Hal Elrod almost died twice. Actually, he did die. "I was clinically dead for 6 minutes," he said. He was hit by a car. And the doctors said he'd never walk again. Hal dealt with the news with a totally different mindset than most people. "I gave myself five minutes to upset about it," he said. "I accepted the worst case scenario. It has no power over me." Hal is a master at this. Over and over again, he decides what has power over him and what doesn't. In this interview, you'll hear how Hal created "The Miracle Equation," a practical, step-by-step guide to ceaate what you want in life. And go for it. Hal uses this equation everywhere from the most extreme (surviving cancer and learning how to walk again) to the every day (making money and living meaningfully).

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Don’t Follow Your Dreams. Age With Your Interests!
Apr 11, 2019

Sometimes our dreams hold us back from thinking about new possibilities. This is a 10-15 minute episode about why I don't believe in following your dreams. And why it's better to age with your interests. (Examples included!)

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446 - Lori Gottlieb: What to Do When You're Ready for a (Real) Change
Apr 09, 2019

Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and the author "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone." I asked her why therapists never tell you how to improve your life. Why won't they just give me the answers? And she said it's because people like to live where it's safe. Therapists know this. They know you won't take their advice. And that you have to figure out for yourself. In this episode, Lori says how talking to someone can help you see the changes you really need. Rather than living in the same decision-making that got you to where you are today. I like her message because it means we all have the chance to change.

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445 - Congressman Tim Ryan: The First Presidential Candidate Who Meditates!
Apr 06, 2019

Tim Ryan is running for president. He just announced it. I interviewed him five years ago. It was my 32nd podcast interview. I'm re-releasing it. Because it's evergreen. Tim talks about how he got into meditation, the science behind it, how it can help improve your personal health and how it can also impact the health of our country. Give it a listen and let me know what you think.

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What I Learned When I Was Dead Broke
Apr 04, 2019

When I was broke, I thought my life was over. Then I made 4 changes. I talk about those 4 changes with Steve in this episode. But we also talk about investing, how to spot a scam (like Madoff), becoming an idea machine and more.

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444 - Mike Van Cleave: A Conversation About Cancer & Learning How to Discard the Meaningless
Apr 02, 2019

This episode is from 2017. It's a beautiful conversation with lessons I'll cherish for the rest of my life. Rest in peace, Mike.

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Problems = Business Opportunity. Here's 5 Major Problems I've Learned From Podcast Guests
Mar 28, 2019

I’ve interviewed 500 of the smartest people in the world. Many of them have discovered major problems in society. And when there are problems that also means there are opportunities for businesses. So Steve and I break down five problems, how they could(potentially) be solved if you tried.

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443 - Tero Isokauppila: What People Who Study Optimal Human Performance Know About Health That You Don't
Mar 26, 2019

Tero Isokauppila is the CEO and founder of Four Sigmatic, a company specialized in helping people reach optimal human performance through superfoods, functional mushrooms and adaptogenic herbs. It's an odd business. And that's why it works. Because Tero doubled down on everything he loves. This episode walks you through the health and business of mushrooms. And teaches you how someone combines interest and skill to successfully build a business.

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The 2 Biggest Financial Risks You Could Make in a Lifetime
Mar 21, 2019

Steve and I were going to do this podcast on "The 10 Commandments of the American Religion." Which is an article I wrote (and got tons of hate mail about) back in 2016. But we only got through #1 and #2. Which happen to be about 2 worst financial risks you could take. Listen to find out what they are, how to avoid them, and why. Plus I'll show you all the money you COULD save if you avoid these two mistakes.

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442 - Justice Sonia Sotomayor: Lessons From a Supreme Court Justice on How to Persuade & Convince
Mar 19, 2019

Justice Sonia Sotomayor is on the US Supreme Court. I went to Washington for this interview. And asked her what makes someone persuasive and convincing? Is it voice? Is it confidence? And what makes a winning case? And how does someone become the type of person who gets recognized as true and good? I could tell why people look at Justice Sotomayor and say, "Ah, yes, I believe in you." She told me about her beginning. And the dead-ends she hit before making it to the top. She also told me about her new book for young adults called, "Just Ask: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You." It's technically for 4th-10th graders. But I felt the sincerity and goodness in the lessons even at age 50.

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Q’s from Twitter: The Advice I Give My Daughter About Purpose, Books I Re-Read, Procrastination Decoded & More
Mar 14, 2019

I get a lot of questions on Twitter and Instagram. So this is an episode to scroll through and give out answers. Send me questions for the next episode @jaltucher.

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441 - Steven Pressfield: It’s Not Too Late to Become the Hero of Your Journey (Listen to Your Gut)
Mar 12, 2019

Steven Pressfield was a cab driver for years before becoming a best-seller author. He's taught me about following your gut and not letting time get in the way of who you’re supposed to become. Listen to Steven talk about the hero’s journey and how you can become the hero of your life (even if you feel like it’s too late, it’s not.)

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Entrepreneur vs. Employee: They’re Both Great & They Both Suck. Here’s How to Make the Best of Both
Mar 07, 2019

We did this whole podcast off of my idea list for the day. I was in a Facebook group. And someone asked “What does entrepreneurship mean to you?” People had these corny answers like “value, freedom…” But when I started my first company in the 90’s, I cried everyday for 15 years. It’s stressful. Your business follows you everywhere. And eventually your employees are going to start having sex with each other. And a million things can take your dream down. That’s not to say entrepreneurship is always a bad idea. It’s not. I’m glad I did it. I feel like it made me stronger. But people can experience freedom and wealth and everything else from employeeship, too. So I wanted to explore that.

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440 - Gretchen Rubin: How to Feel Calm & Get Rid of Mental Clutter
Mar 05, 2019

Gretchen Rubin is the bestselling author of “The Happiness Project” and “Better Than Before.” She just wrote a new book “Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness." Gretchen will make you think about what happiness means to you, why it's individual and how to take steps that really make a difference in your life. And she'll give you new ideas. Which is always a good way to declutter old ways and make room for new.

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439 - Eddie Ibanez: Data... Threat or a Means to Make Money?
Feb 28, 2019

Eddie Ibanez is the biggest cyber security hacker I know. He used to be contracted by the US government to find patters that could help identify various threats (terrorist threats, security threats, etc.) He tried to tell me what he could without going past the line. (He holds a lot of secrets). He'll tell you how you're being hacked, how to protect yourself, what threats are out there for individuals and countries, and more.

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438 - Brad Meltzer: Our County’s Secrets (Untold Stories From the CIA & Secret Service)
Feb 26, 2019

Brad Meltzer gets to call up the CIA and the secret service whenever he needs a new story. He’s written 11 best selling novels. They’re all history thriller novels. And now he’s written his first non-fiction book about the plot to kill George Washington. Which leads to the invention of the CIA, spies, and other conspiracies. Brad's fascination with history also leads to self-history. He did a TED talk on "How To Write Your Own Obituary." Which made me think, what history will I leave behind?

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437 - John Maxwell: THE Master of Personal Growth
Feb 21, 2019

John Maxwell changed my life in 2001. I read his book “Failing Forward” and then read all his books ever since. He’s the #1 go-to guy for leadership and personal growth. And he’s sold over 30 million copies of his books worldwide. His newest book is “Leader Shift: The 11 Essential Changes Every Leader Must Embrace.” I asked him how he found his passion so early in life, what leaders need to do differently, how to find a mentor, make friends in your industry and more.

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436 - Todd Herman: When to Use Your Alter Ego
Feb 19, 2019

Todd Herman coaches CEOs, Olympic athletes, entrepreneurs (etc.) on how to reach their peak performance using 1 key trick… an alter ego. He says, “We’re all super multi-layered people.” But we block ourselves. We constantly use old narratives that we’ve outgrown or hold us back. And we force ourselves to be somebody we don’t want to be anymore. But if you use an alter ego, you can get out of your head. And perform the way you want to (at work, in negotiations, on the field, while networking, in relationships, anywhere.) He'll tell you success stories and how to get started.

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435 - Roger McNamee: Every Tech Billionaire's Mentor
Feb 14, 2019

Roger McNamee was Steve Jobs' mentor. And Bill Gates. And Mark Zuckerberg. Why is Roger so valuable to these people? What does he know that we don't? What did he have to offer the world's future billionaire visionaries? I also wanted to hear stories. What is Steve Jobs like? And Mark Zuckerberg? "When I met Mark he was different from everybody. But in a kind of cool, interesting way. I mean a little creepy too. But you have to keep in mind, tech entrepreneurs aren’t like you and me.” They're obsessed. And focussed. And sometimes equally underdeveloped as they are overdeveloped. One other thing about this interview: it'll change the way you think about technology.

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434 - Stephen Merchant: How to Live Through Your Life’s Awkward Moments… Build Your Ridiculous Muscle
Feb 12, 2019

Stephen Merchant is 2x GoldenGlobe-winning actor, writer and director. I’m a fan of everything he’s worked on (The Office, Office Space, Extras, Hello Ladies, etc.). And now he has a brand new movie coming out that I highly recommend called “Fighting With Family.” The Rock is in it. Stephen wrote and directed it. It’s based off of a real-life family who raised their kids to be professional wrestlers. And it tackles all of these real-life human experiences like the fear of not making it, the pressure to succeed, setting difficult expectations for ourselves and so on. This episode is both funny and totally relatable. Just like Stephen’s upcoming movie (coming out Feb. 14)

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433 - 6 MORE of The Best One Minute Life Hacks
Feb 07, 2019

People don't talk about this enough... the life hacks that answer the bigger questions: "How can I make time for things I really love and enjoy?" "How do I get the most out of a day, a week, a year, ten years?" There are a lot of life hacks out there. But I wanted to do something different. I wanted to talk about the little tweaks I do personally to optimize my life and make it a little better bit by bit. Just 1% improvement a day compounds. And adds up to 3780% a year. So here are 6 more things you can try (that all add up) to improve your life.

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432 - Will Shortz: Proof that You Can Create Your Own Career Path & Keep Your Brain in Shape
Feb 05, 2019

"You’re the most disappointing guest ever," I said. "You’ve done everything you’ve ever wanted to do, you rose to the top…” Will Shortz is the crossword puzzle editor for "The New York Times." And he took probably the strangest path I’ve ever heard to get there… he figured out how to be in control of his career, do what he loves and make it all up as he goes along. This episode is going to give you tips to keep your brain young, smart and it'll also give you ideas about out the box careers.

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431 - Gary Gulman: "I'm Not Suffering from Depression Anymore"
Jan 31, 2019

The first time Gary Gulman came on my podcast, he was totally depressed. He had difficulty speaking. He was hunched over. I almost felt bad for inviting him. But he was really candid. And I wanted to be his friend. He's likable and his comedy always makes me laugh. This is his third time on the show. And he's not suffering from depression anymore. He told me about the medical changes he's made, the support of his loved one, and (best of all) finding his way back to feeling normal. “I wasn’t myself for so long,” he said. “And now to be myself is so exhilarating.” But I realize a lot of people, even people without depression, don’t have the safe and secure feeling of being themselves on a daily basis. So this episode can help you if you feel stuck in some version of yourself that wants to grow and be different and be healthy again.

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430 - The Best 1 Minute Life Hacks to Save Time & Enjoy More of Life
Jan 29, 2019

One time I was on a plane with an CIA officer. He told me a lot of stories. One thing he said stood out. It was a life hack that I adopted right away. And I've been doing it for years ever since. I try to collect one takeaway from every person I interview. But sometimes I get takeaways from my friends and even myself. And now they're all recorded in this podcast.

Oh and one more thing. You can let me know your favorite by tweeting @jaltucher.

Thanks.

- James

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429 - Garry Kasparov: The History of The Free World (And How to Gain Confidence in The Future)
Jan 24, 2019

Garry Kasparov is the best chess player in history. He was ranked #1 in the world for 20 years. And in 2007, he ran for president of Russia. Now he lives in exile. Going back to Russia is not an option for him. When I asked him, "Would you be in trouble?" he said, "Trouble is an understatement." He'd be arrested or worse because of his outspokenness and belief in democracy. He believes in America. And he's noticed a lot of young people don't seem to believe in America or its ideals. They don't realize the free world is always being threatened. Garry says, "We cannot separate ourselves from the world. We need to be more proactive. If you don’t want to be proactive you’ll be subject to manipulations." Use this episode as a chance to rediscover history, develop skepticism, become a sharper critical thinker and strength your ability to fight off manipulation online and in real life.

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428 - Evan Carmichael: How to Shut Out the Negativity in Your Life and Maybe Get Huge on YouTube
Jan 17, 2019

Evan Carmichael has a YouTube channel with over 2 million subscribers. He didn’t have a master plan. He built it up from scratch. And just followed a few simple rules (which you’ll hear in this podcast). My favorite rule out of all of them is this: “Follow your momentum.” Evan didn’t know he’d be a huge success on YouTube. He just tried it and felt the momentum and followed it forward. Now he has 16 employees and gets letters from people who say “You believe in me more than anybody else in my life.” Because his videos are built to inspire. This episode breaks down how he got his success on YouTube, what you should do if you want to start today, and he also covers his top tips for running an online businesses, how to shut out the doubt and negativity in your life and replace it with the messages that will actually make you feel happy, healthy, confident, capable, and so on.

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427 - Lori Gottlieb: When To See a Therapist (And When Not To)
Jan 15, 2019

Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and the author of an upcoming book called "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone." She also writes a column in The Atlantic called "Dear Therapist." This episode is sort of a behind-the-scenes. Because Lori tells me what therapists really think about their patients, how they might deal with situation X vs. situation Y. And she also talked to me about things she's noticed about people in general. Like how we don't set high enough standards for ourselves. And what we can do to improve. This episode will make you reflect on the areas of your life that aren't working. So you can stop feeling stuck.

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426 - Gilbert Gottfried: Laugh Everyday (It's Medicine For Your Day)
Jan 10, 2019

Gilbert Gottfried started doing stand-up comedy when he was 15 years old. He dropped out of high school and within 10 years he was on Saturday Night Live. And he built his career up from there. But he's also been the center of a lot of controversies. People get upset at comedians for "going too far." But Gilbert does it for a reason... He said, "I remember, I did this show that was a tribute to Joan Rivers. It was right after there was that shooting at a gay nightclub. I started doing jokes about the shooting and the audience was laughing all the way through and you know, Joan Rivers has a large gay audience. One guy tweeted me and he said, ‘I never thought that I’d wake up crying and go to sleep laughing.'" It's easy to misunderstand people. And get upset. Whenever I'm made, I say to myself, "This means I'm not understanding something." So then I move that anger into curiosity. I kept asking Gilbert about his jokes. And we walked me through the humor. This episode will make you laugh and maybe uncomfortable but I promise the laughter makes it all worth it. The laughter is medicine for your day.

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425 - David Rubenstein: The Importance of Having a Good 2nd and 3rd Life (Lessons From The Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group)
Jan 08, 2019

I got nervous because David Rubenstein is the co-founder and co-chariman of The Carlyle Group, which is the biggest private equity firm maybe in the world. They own hundreds of companies and have $200 billion in assets. He's also the chairman of a lot of other things: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, The Smithsonian and he also has his on show, "The David Rubenstein show," where he's interviewed so many brilliant people. His success could be intimating. But he doesn't want it to be. He said, "I'm 69. I didn't start Carlye until I was 37. Maybe people find what they love earlier. I found out later I life." Then he walked me through this. He told me how he stumbled into his new love for philanthropy and the careers he experimented with early on his life and how he learned how to develop new skills at different stages of his career (like motivation and persuasion.) David says this is all part of his third life. That's what this episode is about. The importance of having a good second and third life.

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424 - Byron Allen: How To Make History in Your Dream Industry (A Story About Outsmarting The Standards)
Jan 03, 2019

Bryon Allen has 3 rules in business: “Don’t let anyone come between you and the customer. Don’t run out of money. And don’t break rules #2 and #3.” But he didn’t know these rules when he got started. He says people weren’t betting on the young black boy born in Detroit… in the 60’s… to a 17-year-old teenage mother. But he defied the odds. And found his passion early on (age 12). This episode walks you through Byron’s success from comedian to writer to TV producer and distributor… all the way up to the top. Now, he owns “Entertainment Studios,” (the TV production company he started at his kitchen table). This is the story of someone who decides to make history.

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423 - John Paul DeJoria: Build A Self-Made Personality (How John Went From Homeless to Billionaire)
Jan 01, 2019

John Paul DeJoria is a self-made billionaire and philanthropist who co-founded the Paul Mitchell hair line.

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