Life is hard. This podcast will help. Lessons from the greatest thinkers on the planet with Chris Williamson. Including guests like David Goggins, Dr Jordan Peterson, Naval Ravikant, Sam Harris, Jocko Willink, Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Julie Smith, Steven Bartlett, Ryan Holiday, Robert Greene, Matthew McConaughey, Alain de Botton, Alex Hormozi, Tony Robbins, Chris Bumstead, Mark Manson and more.
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Matthew Hussey is the world’s #1 dating coach, a YouTuber, public speaker and an author. How do you know if you’re with the right person — or if you're just telling yourself you are? If you’re questioning the relationship more than enjoying it, Matthew Hussey might have the clarity you need. So what does finding your person actually look like, and what signs should you pay attention to? Timestamps: (0:00) How to Know When a Relationship Is Over (12:23) Why You Should Stop Waiting to Leave (19:22...
Dr Paul Eastwick is a psychologist, professor, and a researcher. Much of what we think we know about relationships comes from an evolutionary psychology lens, but what if that framework is flawed? In his groundbreaking new research, Dr Paul Eastwock challenges long-held assumptions, turning evolutionary psychology on its head. So where did it go wrong, and what new models replace it? Expect to learn where the Evo Psych community may have been wrong about mating and relationships, the biggest pro...
Morgan Housel is a partner at The Collaborative Fund, an investor and an author. Why is spending money well a skill most people never learn? In a world obsessed with saving, why does saying “it’s okay to spend” still feel taboo? What can high performers teach us about investing not just money, but time, energy, and attention wisely? Expect to learn why it’s important to talk about how to spend money well when learning about personal finance, why good financial ideas struggle to spread while bad ...
Bryan Johnson, known for his radical longevity quest, discusses his 'Don't Die' philosophy as a new moral framework for human survival in the age of AI. He shares insights from his self-experimentation, including a detailed perfect sleep protocol, sauna benefits for detox and fertility, and the broad efficacy of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for health and skin. The conversation also delves into overcoming societal programming, reclaiming personal agency, and the importance of community and emotional well-being in a rapidly changing world.
Richard Shotton is a behavioural scientist, founder of Astroten and an author. How do billion-dollar brands actually do it? From genius marketing tactics that make them instantly memorable to some of the funniest mistakes you’ve ever seen, there’s a psychology behind why certain brands stick. What are the principles top brands use, and how do they create content that people remember long after they’ve seen it? Timestamps: (0:00) How Five Guys Manipulated the Market (7:43) Is Price Relativity the...
Paul Rosolie is a naturalist, author, and wildlife filmmaker. What is it actually like to live a real-life Indiana Jones adventure? From surviving the Amazon, encountering dangerous animals, and coming face-to-face with uncontacted tribes, what makes this place worth protecting, and what’s the smartest way to save the Amazon and everything it holds? Expect to learn what it’s like being stung be a stingray, why Paul tried to get eaten by an anaconda, the most afraid Paul has ever been in the jung...
HARDY is a singer-songwriter and producer. Odds are, your favorite country song wasn’t written by the person singing it; it was probably written by HARDY (or someone in his writing circle, maybe). So how did a Mississippi country boy become one of Nashville’s most powerful behind-the-scenes writers and producers? Expect to learn what HARDY’s philosophy for his career and life is, what most people do not understand about how the Nashville scene works, how to balance the unique tension between bei...
Dr. Jay Wiles clarifies the often-misunderstood metric of Heart Rate Variability (HRV), revealing it as a non-invasive proxy for nervous system adaptation and resilience, rather than a direct measure of stress. He explains the distinction between state and trait changes, highlighting how consistent resonance breathing can lead to profound, long-term physiological shifts. The discussion covers modifiable and non-modifiable factors influencing HRV, the importance of sleep, and introduces Ohm.health's innovative tool designed for accessible, precise, real-time biofeedback training, emphasizing training the nervous system over merely seeking relaxation.
Trevor Wallace is a comedian, writer, and content creator. What does going viral actually feel like? If you’re Trevor Wallace, it’s just another week. From Celsius kids to Zyn bros, Cybertrucks to Monster Energy and "Kyle's", Trevor turns internet chaos into comedy gold. So what’s the method behind his madness, and how does he keep winning the internet Expect to learn why Autism is the new stolen valour, Trevor’s thoughts on the new Charlie Sheen documentary, how Trevor gets ideas to create his ...
Jonathan Swanson is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Thumbtack. What if instead of using extra money to buy things, you used it to buy time? Delegation has never been easier, and with AI, you can 10× your productivity without working more. So what does smart delegation actually look like, and which tools make it possible? Expect to learn why buying hours is more important than buying things, why delegating your tasks is so important and the Cardinal sins of delegation, what Jonathan's top theme...
Russ is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. Is obsession a gift or a choice? If you want to do something truly great, the idea of balance can start to feel like a comforting lie. So what does it actually cost to win? How did Russ go from an independent producer to a Billboard-winning artist by sacrificing almost everything else in his life, and was it worth it? Expect to learn why you have to stop blaming your parents for you life eventually, how to take your life seriously and why that ...
Joe Hudson is a coach, entrepreneur and a podcast host. Why do we struggle to feel our emotions fully? A rich life requires openness, but that openness comes with the risk of pain. So how do we embrace the full spectrum of human emotion, even when it leaves us vulnerable to being hurt? Expect to learn why it’s hard to live in the real world with an open heart, why so many people struggle to make good decisions and how to make better ones, how to break the loops of rumination, how to develop a go...
Nick Shirley is a YouTuber, content creator, and investigative journalist. In just a few weeks, Nick Shirley has gone from relative obscurity to the center of one of the largest political fraud scandals in recent history. By uncovering tens of millions of dollars in alleged fraud in Minnesota, his work has forced immediate reactions from both state and federal officials, something no journalist has accomplished this fast before. So what’s behind this fraud scandal, and how deep does the corrupti...
Arthur Brooks is a social scientist, professor at Harvard University, and an author. What does it really take to live a fulfilling life? With endless advice on how to boost or sabotage happiness, what does science actually say about feeling better and living well? Expect to learn if men need marriage more than women do, why women tend to leave bad relationships faster than men, why falling in love makes us do crazy things, what the brain chemistry of love is, if we should be careful about who we...
Dr Andrew Huberman is a neuroscientist, Associate Professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine and a podcaster. There’s an overwhelming amount of information on how to level up your body and mind, and it can be difficult to know where the latest science truly stands. Thankfully, Dr. Andrew Huberman breaks down the research on habits, the brain, sleep, supplements, and his personal go-to protocols. Expect to learn why high cortisol isn’t actually a bad think to have a lot of, Andrew’s ...
Dr. Debra Lieberman is an evolutionary psychologist, professor, and researcher. Why don’t we feel sexual attraction toward our siblings or close family? Evolution seems to have hard-wired the brain to prevent inbreeding, a pattern shared with many other animals. So how does this mechanism work, and what are the moral or ethical arguments surrounding incest? Expect to learn why evolution has designed you to not want sex with your sister, how animals actually detect who their relatives are, what t...
I hit 4 million Subscribers on YouTube!! To celebrate, I asked for questions from YouTube, X, and Instagram, so here’s another 90ish minutes of me trying to answer as many as possible. Expect to learn what’s new with my new haircut, how much longer until the new studio is built, if or when an Andrew Tate episode will be released, the most recurring thoughts I have when I feel sad and or disappointed sometimes, and why I think this occurs, the most favourite thing about myself, and much more… Tim...
Connor Beaton discusses the paradox of successful men who self-destruct privately, driven by perfectionism, shame, and a fear of vulnerability. The conversation delves into maladaptive coping mechanisms, the societal rewards for emotional suppression, and the necessity of confronting one's inner world for true psychological maturation. It also covers the challenges modern men face in relationships and the importance of emotional competency and authentic self-expression.
Dr Gabrielle Lyon is a functional medicine physician and Founder of the Institute of Muscle-Centric Medicine. The most overlooked aspect of health optimisation might be hiding in plain sight. Your environment shapes your health far more than you probably realise. So how exactly does your environment affect your body, and what practical steps can you take to regain control and move toward better health? Timestamps: (0:00) How the World Around You is Shaping Your Health (6:40) The Terrifying Reali...
I'm back on my old couch in Newcastle upon Tyne, with Jonny, a virtual Yusef & George to catch up on what they've learned this year, what their best hacks were, and their reflections on 2025. Timestamps: (0:00) Why Meditation Can Change Your Life in 2026 (11:01) Uber is Revolutionising How We Book Flights (17:49) The Chess Clock Procrastination Buster (22:32) Brick Your Phone to Boost Productivity (29:59) Don’t Overestimate the Attribution Error (34:48) Everyone Needs an Owala Bottle (40:03)...
This episode compiles the best moments from Modern Wisdom in 2025, covering a wide array of topics for personal growth and societal understanding. Guests like Naval Ravikant, Tony Robbins, Alex Hormozi, Mel Robbins, and Sam Sulek share insights on overcoming self-esteem issues, navigating life's critical decisions, building resilience, and achieving goals. The compilation also delves into cultural shifts like Gen Z's drinking habits, the dynamics of modern relationships, and the impacts of technology and politics on daily life.
In this episode, Mark Rober delves into his unique career journey, transitioning from building Mars Rover components at NASA and designing for the Apple Car to becoming a viral YouTube sensation. He explains how an engineering mindset, emphasizing iterative prototyping and embracing failure, became his framework for life and content creation. Mark also discusses his innovative projects like the Glitterbombs and exposing scam centers, highlighting the power of storytelling for real-world impact, and shares his vision for inspiring scientific curiosity through Crunch Labs, all while contemplating the complex future of AI and robotics.
Chris Williamson shares 23 profound lessons from his experiences in 2025, derived from podcast discussions and personal insights. He examines the tendency to blame parents for flaws while claiming strengths, the pitfalls of blanket advice, and the courage found in emotional vulnerability. The episode further explores procrastination as a self-protection mechanism, the importance of focusing on outcomes over inputs, key relationship dynamics, and the hidden shame associated with modern fears and the burden of the Atlas Complex.
Filmmaker Judd Apatow explores the deep connection between personal pain and creative output, detailing how his parents' divorce ignited his comedic drive. He contrasts the immediate feedback of stand-up with the long-term assessment of films, explaining why modern comedies struggle in the streaming era compared to past box office and DVD success. Apatow emphasizes the importance of honest collaboration and mentorship in navigating the industry's challenges and maintaining artistic integrity.
Joshua Citarella is an artist, writer, and cultural researcher focused on internet subcultures and online politics. We’ve all doom-scrolled our fair share of online politics, some of it funny, some unsettling, and some surprisingly insightful. But which internet subcultures are actually shaping political ideas, how serious are they, and do they truly influence real-world policy? Expect to learn what’s happening with young people and politics at the moment and why it’s qualitatively different tha...
Macken Murphy is an evolutionary biologist at the University of Melbourne, a writer and a podcaster. Modern dating is in the middle of a cultural reset. Attraction science is evolving, men and women are changing how they show up, and everyone is trying to build healthier relationships. What does the data actually say, and is a more balanced way of dating within reach? Timestamps: (0:00) Does Size Really Matter? (14:37) Shocking Celebrity Body Transformations (29:05) Why the ‘Dad Bod’ Debate Goes...
Brett Cooper and Chris Williamson delve into the internal conflicts of the political right, Gen Z's economic frustrations, and the evolving role of personality in political success, exemplified by recent elections. They also explore broader cultural shifts, including radical individualism in relationships, the impact of new weight loss drugs on body image, and changing celebrity narratives around family and career. The discussion highlights the struggles of young people to achieve traditional life milestones and the importance of supporting families, contrasting societal expectations with personal realities.
Malcolm Gladwell is a journalist, podcast host and an author. Do contagious diseases, memetic epidemics, and drug epidemics spread through the same underlying pathways? The answer may explain why society keeps falling into the same contagious patterns, and how we might prevent future memetic epidemics before they happen. Expect to learn what the history of the death penalty is in the United States, what the “Tipping Point” means and what happened when we reached it, how epidemics of ideas differ...
Peter Zeihan is a geopolitical analyst, speaker and author. What does the next decade really hold? Beneath every forecast about the future, one thing quietly determines everything else: energy. From globalization to warfare to artificial intelligence, how will the world be reshaped in the years ahead? Timestamps: (0:00) Is China Really on the Brink? (6:19) Has China Been Lying About Their Data? (11:08) Can AI Save Us From Population Decline? (17:21) Can We Survive Demographic Collapse? (25:19) H...
