The SuperHuman Academy Podcast - podcast cover

The SuperHuman Academy Podcast

Collin Jewettsuperhumanacademy.com
Voted Best Podcast Episode of 2016 by ProductHunt, The SuperHuman Academy Podcast (previously The Becoming SuperHuman Podcast hosted by Jonathan Levi) interviews extraordinary people such as Dave Asprey, JJ Virgin, Robb Wolf, Hal Elrod, Joe Polish, Wim Hof, and many more to bring you the skills, tips, and tricks to overcome the impossible. From physical fitness to learning and memory, we seek to understand optimal performance and superhuman abilities through engaging conversations and interviews with some of the world's most interesting people. SuperHuman Academy is on a mission to create and facilitate a community where people from every walk of life are sharing their knowledge, skills, and passions in positive and relational ways. It all starts with with the free course that will change your life in 60 minutes or less, The SuperHuman Hour.
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

Ep. 312: Becoming the Most Interesting Person in the Room W/ Michael Hauge

Greetings, SuperFriends! Have you ever wondered what makes a story truly resonate? Hollywood storyteller Michael Hauge. shares his journey of transformation, revealing the fears he overcame to build a successful career in storytelling. From his first steps in Hollywood to coaching entrepreneurs on crafting impactful origin stories, Michael unpacks the core elements of the hero's inner journey and the keys to emotionally engaging storytelling. Whether you're writing a screenplay, delivering a bus...

Feb 05, 20251 hr 8 min

Ep. 311: Cities Built on Eggs and Bacon W/ Rex Fisher

Greetings, SuperFriends! What does it take to live an intentional and connected life? Rex shares his personal journey of building a purposeful morning routine, the transformative power of relational prioritization, and how to navigate life's transitions with grace. Discover how a focus on curiosity and meaningful engagement can help you unlock growth, both personally and professionally. Whether you're seeking to enhance your relationships, find clarity in your purpose, or develop sustainable hab...

Jan 21, 20251 hr 25 min

Ep. 310: How to Drink a Story W/ Ryan Castelaz

Greetings, SuperFriends! Ryan Castelaz shares his philosophy on creating unforgettable drink experiences that tell stories and connect people through ritual, flavor, and creativity. This conversation dives deep into what it takes to balance passion and business, the importance of play, and how creativity isn't something within us but a force that chooses us. -Collin Jewett

Dec 10, 20241 hr 14 min

Ep. 309: Escape to Excellence W/ Matt Jackson

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, we chat with Matthew Jackson—a financial expert, bestselling author, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and resilience advocate. Learn how his commitment to constant growth, deep work, and passion for teaching others have helped him succeed across multiple disciplines. Whether you want to overcome personal struggles, master your finances, or build unshakable resilience, Matt offers actionable wisdom to help you get there. -Collin Jewett

Nov 26, 20241 hr

Ep. 308: Deep Work Before Blueberries W/ John Graham

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, we are joined by John Graham, a 3x USA Memory Champion, Grandmaster of Memory, and Entrepreneur. John takes us beyond his accolades, sharing how he overcame daily panic attacks and anxiety by addressing trapped emotions. He provides deep insights into his unconventional approach to personal growth, helping high performers release anxiety and reach their highest potential. -Collin Jewett

Nov 12, 20241 hr 20 min

Ep. 307: Memory Beyond Memorization W/ Dr. Boris Konrad

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode of the SuperHuman Academy Podcast, we're joined by a truly extraordinary guest, Dr. Boris Nikolai Konrad, PhD, a neuroscientist, memory expert, and four-time Guinness World Record holder. Known for his expertise in memory sports and his cutting-edge research in cognitive neuroscience, Dr. Konrad shares valuable insights about the brain's potential, the power of memory techniques, and how they can enhance our everyday lives. -Collin Jewett

Oct 29, 20241 hr 25 min

Ep. 306: Achieving More By Doing Less W/ Ari Meisel

Greetings, SuperFriends! Listen in as Ari talks about his journey of beating chronic illness and creating a super-efficient life. From his coaching tips to juggling work and family, Ari shares practical strategies on how to improve communication, delegate effectively, and use automation to make your life easier. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a mid-career pro, or just want to boost your productivity at home, Ari's advice will give you the tools to take back your time and focus on what really ma...

Oct 15, 202459 min

Ep. 305: Become Indistractable W/ Nir Eyal

Greetings, SuperFriends, Join us for an engaging conversation with Nir Eyal as we explore the science behind building habit-forming products and strategies for controlling your attention. Nir will guide us through the key concepts from his bestselling books "Hooked" and "Indistractable," explaining how companies can design products that benefit users and help individuals break free from distractions. We'll discuss the difference between habits and routines, the potential drawbacks of using the "...

Oct 01, 202456 min

Ep. 304: A Life Worth Remembering W/ Nelson Dellis

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode of the SuperHuman Academy podcast, we sit down with Nelson Dellis, a 5-time USA Memory Champion, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Climb For Memory. Nelson shares his inspiring journey from being an average person with a regular memory to becoming a world-renowned memory athlete. We explore his techniques for mastering memory, his personal motivations, and how memory training can transform anyone's life. - Collin Jewett

Sep 17, 20241 hr 26 min

Ep. 303: Learn Languages Fast with AI, VR, and Love W/ Gabe Wyner

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this exciting episode, Gabe shares his journey from struggling with traditional language education to becoming fluent in seven languages. He dives into the unique motivations that drive his passion for language learning, and how he approaches learning not just as a skill, but as a profound way to unlock new aspects of your identity. We discuss his groundbreaking methods, from using VR for immersive memory palaces to leveraging AI like ChatGPT to accelerate learning. B...

Sep 03, 20241 hr 1 min

Ep. 302: Immanence, mantras, and... cheetos? W/ Dr. Anthony Metivier

Greetings, SuperFriends! Anthony walks us through his amazing journey from working in academia to becoming a thought leader on memory training. It is more than a tale of having learned mnemonic techniques, but rather it recounts personal growth and change. Walk away with tangible learnings that students, working professionals, and anyone passionate about learning can use today. Anthony's insights will inspire you to rethink how you approach learning and personal development, making this episode ...

Aug 20, 202455 min

Ep. 301: The SuperLearner Lifestyle W/ Jonathan Levi

Greetings, SuperFriends! Jonathan Levi joins Collin Jewett to discuss the origins and evolution of SuperHuman Academy, sharing insights on learning, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Jonathan reflects on his motivations, the importance of community and mentorship, and how his life has changed since becoming a father. They also explore Jonathan's new passion projects, including a thriving YouTube channel on 3D printing. - Collin Jewett

Aug 06, 202455 min

Ep. 300: Finale Episode & Thank You

Greetings, Superfriends, and welcome to the 300th episode of the SuperHuman Academy Podcast - where, as you've probably already heard me mention in previous episodes, after nearly 6 years and 4.5 million downloads - it is my duty to inform you that this episode will be our last - at least for now. In this final chapter, I want to take a few moments to answer some of your questions, share with you how I've come to this decision, and let you all know what you can expect from me in the future. The ...

Oct 20, 202016 min

Ep. 299: How To Find Love That Lasts W/ Katherine Woodward Thomas

Greetings, SuperFriends! Welcome to a very special episode of the show, episode 299 out of the 300 - where I've certainly saved some of the best for last. Some of you may have heard through my personal journey and story where, a few years ago, I read a book that solved probably my biggest personal problem, and certainly my biggest problem in the area of personal development and growth. Really, it reinforced for me the idea that you can learn your way out of any problem, and that you can learn to...

Oct 13, 202058 min

Ep. 298: Maintaining Mental Health In The Darkest Times W/ Kati Morton

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today I had a wonderful guest. I knew I would enjoy this episode, which is why I gave it one of these coveted final spots, and yet I enjoyed it even more than I thought I would. The guest is Kati Morton, she is a clinical psychologist, and a family and marriage therapist, and she runs a private practice in Santa Monica, CA. But, you probably will know her for her internet activities, where for the past 8 years she's leveraged social media to spread mental health informat...

Oct 06, 202046 min

Ep. 297: A New Plan For Sustainable Health W/ Robb Wolf

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this week's episode, I'm joined by a repeat guest and longtime friend of mine, Robb Wolf. Robb has been on the show many times before, seeing as he's written many New York Times bestselling books - in fact, two, in the past so far. He is also a former research biochemist, that is better known for The Paleo Solution and Wired to Eat . Robb is my go-to thought leader on all things nutrition. He's the person who convinced me to go paleo, he's the person who convinced me ...

Sep 29, 20201 hr

Ep. 296: Wade Lightheart On Discipline, Biohacking, And Health In Today's World

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today we are joined by Wade Lightheart. Wade is a 3-Time Canadian national All Natural Bodybuilding Champion who competed as a vegetarian, a former Mr. Universe Competitor, the host of The Awesome Health podcast, and one of the world's premier authorities on Natural Nutrition and Training Methods. He has worked in the field for 25 years, sold books in over 80 countries, served as an advisor to the American Anti-Cancer Institute, and is the Co-Founder and President at BiO...

Sep 22, 202052 min

Ep. 295: Mark Victor Hansen On Writing, Entrepreneurship, And The Power Of Questions

Greetings, SuperFriends! Welcome to a very special episode of the show! Today we are joined by Mark Victor Hansen. Mark has sold over 500 million books. He's best known as the co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, but he actually has written over 309 books, and is known for his endearing and charismatic style. You've probably also heard of some of his other books including The One Minute Millionaire . Mark is known for having spoken to over 6000 audiences worldwide on a wide variety...

Sep 15, 202054 min

Ep. 294: Resilience, Positivity, and Beating Guilt W/ Valorie Burton

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today we are joined by national bestselling author, international speaker, and life strategist Valorie Burton. Valorie is the founder and CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute and her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology – the study of what happens when things go right with us. Valorie teaches that resilience is a skill that can be learned – and anyone who wants to h...

Sep 08, 202048 min

Ep. 293: Cal Newport On How To Live A Focused Life

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today we are joined by none other than Cal Newport. Cal is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, but most people don't even realize that, because, in addition to that, he is one of the greatest best-selling authors in the personal development and productivity space of our time. Cal's work has been published in over 25 languages and has been featured in many major publications, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, New Yorker, W...

Sep 01, 20201 hr 2 min

Ep. 292: Control Your Blood Sugar, Control Your Life W/ Josh Clemente of LEVELS

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today we are joined by Josh Clemente. Josh, the founder of Levels, is a mechanical engineer and CrossFit-L2 trainer. At SpaceX, he led a team to develop life support systems that sustained astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley on their May 2020 trip to the International Space Station aboard Dragon Endeavor: the first new crew-carrying spacecraft since 1980. Josh has also spent time designing and building Hyperloop technology and leading engineering for a company providi...

Aug 25, 202053 min

Ep. 291: The Basics of Total Personal Transformation W/ Stephan Spencer

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today we are joined by Stephan Spencer. Stephan is a bestselling author of 3 books, serial entrepreneur, Internet luminary, life hacker, podcaster, and contributor to Harvard Business Review and AdWeek. His books are The Art of SEO , Social eCommerce , and Google Power Search . Stephan has optimized the websites of some of the biggest brands in the world, including Chanel, Volvo, Sony, and Zappos. But that's actually not what we cover in today's episode! You see, Stephan...

Aug 18, 202051 min

Ep. 290: Dr. Enric Sala On The Health Of Our Oceans And The Ecosystem

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today I was joined by Dr. Enric Sala. Dr. Sala is a National Geographic explorer in residence, dedicated to restoring the health and productivity of the ocean. He's authored over 120 scientific publications, which are widely recognized and used for real-world conservation efforts, such as the creation of marine reserves. Dr. Sala has also founded and leads National Geographic's Pristine Seas, a project that combines exploration research and media to inspire country leade...

Aug 11, 202049 min

Ep. 289: Jeffrey Madoff On Perseverance And The Secrets Of Creativity

Greetings, SuperFriends! First, let me tell you that I am very protective of my time, so it is very very rare that I stay on talking to a guest for hours, and just chat, learn, and grow. But that's exactly what I did with today's guest, who is probably one of the more interesting human beings you will meet. You see, I asked a mutual friend of ours, Joe Polish, "who should I have on the show?" - because we as you know are in the last 15 episodes of the show. So, I asked Joe about some of the most...

Aug 04, 20201 hr

Ep. 288: Dr. Kelly Starrett On How to Train & Maintain Your Body For Peak Performance At Age 97

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today, ladies and gentlemen, I got the chance to interview a personal hero of mine - someone who I discovered probably half a decade ago, and whose work has dramatically impacted my life, my body, and the way that I feel. I'm talking, of course, about Dr. Kelly Starrett. Dr. Kelly Starrett is a doctor of physical therapy. He is a New York Times bestselling author of Becoming a Supple Leopard , as well as various other books, such as Ready To Run . He's also widely known ...

Jul 28, 20201 hr 16 min

Ep. 287: The Importance And The Science Of Brain Health W/ Dr. Bill Sears

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today I was joined by Dr. Bill Sears, father of eight, author of 47 books, former associate professor at the University of Toronto, University of South Carolina, and the University of Southern California School of Medicine, as well as many more universities. Dr. Sears has appeared on over 100 national TV shows, his contributions to family and health were featured on the cover of Time Magazine, and he currently lectures on mental wellness. I think that's the first time I'...

Jul 21, 202041 min

Ep. 286: The Connection Between Gut Health And Our Immunity System W/ Dr. Vincent Pedre

Greetings, SuperFriends! Today we are joined by Dr. Vincent Pedre. Dr. Pedre is a functional medicine-certified doctor, and the author of the best-selling book Happy Gut . Now, I wanted to have Dr. Pedre on the show, not because we haven't talked about gut health in the past, but because I wanted to understand the link between gut health and immunity - a very important topic during the Covid-19 pandemic. I wanted to understand what is the connection between the microbiome, something that we've t...

Jul 14, 202048 min

Ep. 285: Dr. Ann Shippy On Epigenetics, The Paleo Diet, And Mold

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this week's episode, we are once again joined by Dr. Ann Shippy, a former IBM engineer turned traditional medicine doctor, turned functional medicine doctor, turned author, and TEDx speaker. She attended the University of Texas Medical School, after leaving a career at IBM engineering for 10 years. Today she runs a thriving medical practice in Austin, Texas, and is board certified in internal medicine and functional medicine. Now, I wanted to have Dr. Shippy back on t...

Jul 07, 202043 min

Ep. 284: How To Really Simplify And Perform At The Highest Level W/ Dr. Juli La Rocca

Greetings, SuperFriends! Welcome to this week's episode, where we actually have a very special one for you! You've probably heard me talk about today's guest before, Dr. Juli La Rocca, as a star SuperLearner student, and then someone who also took my Branding You program, and has gone on to just become so successful and influential, do incredible things, and help people all over the place. Her story starts as a traditional Western medicine doctor who went from a lot of struggles, trials, tribula...

Jun 30, 202042 min

Ep. 283: Dr. Benjamin Hardy On Why Our Personality Really Isn't Permanent

Greetings, SuperFriends! I am really excited about today's episode, where we are joined by Dr. Benjamin Hardy, who has become one of my closer friends and professional contacts. If you listen to the show, or anything that I do, you've heard me quote Dr. Hardy significantly over the past few years, since his work has become a massive influence on my life and the lives of those I care about. In this episode, we are going to talk about his new book: Personality Isn't Permanent . Throughout the epis...

Jun 23, 202053 min
Hosted on Libsyn
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android