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Glucose Goddess Jessie Inchauspé exposes the pregnancy diet rewriting your baby’s DNA, how sugar in pregnancy spikes insulin, and the simple protein and supplement fixes most mothers miss!



Jessie Inchauspé is a world-renowned biochemist and founder of the Glucose Goddess movement. She is the international bestselling author of books such as ‘The Glucose Goddess Method, and her latest book is ‘9 Months That Count Forever’.



She explains:

◼️How glucose spikes in the womb program a baby’s future diabetes risk

◼️The 4 specific hacks to reduce blood sugar spikes by up to 75%

◼️Why eating 28 eggs a week is essential for infant brain development

◼️The link between glucose levels and ADHD

◼️How to stop sugar cravings in just 4 weeks



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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi reveals the future of driverless cars, how he led Uber’s financial turnaround, his family’s escape from Iran in 1978, and the truth about AI, automation, and job loss!



Dara Khosrowshahi is the CEO of Uber and successfully transformed the company from losing $3 billion a year to generating over $9 billion in free cash flow. He previously served as CEO of Expedia for over a decade, scaling the company into a global leader in online travel. 



He explains: 

◼️The "wartime" leadership strategy he used to save Uber from collapse

◼️Why telling the uncomfortable truth is the only way to scale a company

◼️His undercover experience as a driver and why it changed the app

◼️Why 80% of jobs face total disruption from AI automation by 2035

◼️The truth about autonomous vehicles and banning humans from driving



(00:00) Intro
(03:32) Why Escaping Iran Rewired My Appetite For Risk
(10:15) The Brutal Truth About Raising Kids In An Uncertain World
(16:50) Do Engineers Make Better CEOs — Or Miss What Really Matters?
(18:09) How To Choose The Few People Truly Worth Betting On
(19:16) The X-Factor That Turns Good Employees Into Game Changers
(20:51) Why Rejection Is The Price Of Building Something That Matters
(26:46) How To See Industry Shifts Before They’re Obvious
(32:51) The Jevons Paradox: Why More Efficiency Can Mean More Consumption
(39:47) Why Transparency As A CEO Builds Power — Not Weakness
(46:52) Can You Turn A Comfortable Culture Into A Hungry One?
(49:42) Ads
(51:10) The Advice Young People Need Before It’s Too Late
(57:36) How To Build A Culture That Improves Every Single Week
(01:01:53) Why Most Teams Fail At Goals — And How To Fix It
(01:06:56) What Happens When Strategy And Values Fall Out Of Sync
(01:13:53) How AI Is Changing Our Company — And The Moves We’re Making Now
(01:18:52) Why 90% Of Our Engineers Use AI — And What That Signals
(01:23:43) Will AI Replace 9.5 Million Uber Drivers — Or Reinvent The Job?
(01:35:05) The Most Important Advice For Thriving In An AI-Driven Future


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Rhonda Patrick is a biomedical scientist known for translating complex health research into practical insights. In this moment, she explores how creatine behaves under conditions of stress, including sleep deprivation, and why emerging findings are prompting researchers to rethink who may benefit most from it. She explains why creatine continues to appear in research far beyond muscle growth and gym performance, particularly in studies of brain energy and cognitive demand.





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The man who risked death climbing 3,000ft up El Capitan, Alex Honnold, reveals how to master extreme pressure, why his brain scan showed zero fear, the science of risk, and his visualisation secrets.  



Alex Honnold is a professional rock climber and the first person to free solo El Capitan and Taipei 101, the 11th tallest building in the world. He is also the bestselling author of the book, ‘Alone on the Wall: Alex Honnold and the Ultimate Limits of Adventure’ and founder of the Honnold Foundation. 



He explains:

◼️How to rewire your brain to eliminate paralyzing fear

◼️The visualization technique used for the world’s most dangerous climbs

◼️Why your "purpose" is found in the risks you choose

◼️How to manage extreme stress when the stakes are fatal

◼️The "10-year grind" required to achieve true human mastery


(0:00) Intro
(2:28) The Real Story Behind What Made Alex Honnold
(9:26) Why His Upbringing Shaped His Risk Tolerance
(13:50) How Losing His Father Changed Him Forever
(18:47) Why Mastery Takes Years (And What Most People Get Wrong)
(21:37) What Happens When Fear Hits During Practice?
(25:41) The Most Effective Way To Actually Overcome Fear
(33:28) Why Modern Life Never Fit Him
(38:54) What Success Cost Behind The Scenes
(44:42) How Much Was He Really Paid To Risk His Life?
(47:26) What He Earned For Climbing Taipei 101
(51:10) What This Means About Risk And Reward
(53:18) The Moment You Truly Accept You Will Die
(1:10:06) Can You Rewire Your Brain To Eliminate Fear?
(1:18:32) What Happens To Fear After Years Of Exposure?
(1:19:39) If He Had One Last Climb — What Would It Be?
(1:23:39) The Hardest He’s Ever Pushed Himself — And Why
(1:26:50) Are Other People Taking Bigger Risks Than Him?
(1:32:06) What He Still Wants To Achieve — And What Comes Next



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How is Tiktok rewiring your brain? Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt and Harvard physician Dr Aditi Nerurkar reveal how tech addiction and short-form video are ROTTING your brain, and why AI chatbots could cause the next global addiction CRISIS! 


Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist at NYU Stern and the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation. Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a world-renowned expert in stress, burnout, and mental health, and best-selling author of ‘The 5 Resets’. 


They explain:

◼️The "brain hacking" secrets tech companies use to hook you

◼️Why short-form video is shattering the global attention span

◼️The link between phone-based childhoods and the teen mental health crisis

◼️How TikTok causes a 40% drop in memory accuracy

◼️Why you must delete addictive slot-machine apps to reclaim your focus



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00:00 Intro
02:26 The Largest Threat To Humanity Right Now—And Why No One Wants To Admit It
06:31 How Short-Form Videos Are Rewiring Your Brain For The Worse
09:26 What Your Phone Is Doing To Your Sleep, Heart, And Stress Levels
16:15 Why Short-Form Content Is Quietly Killing Deep Thinking
19:07 What’s Really Happening In Your Brain When You Scroll
26:24 What Happens When You Quit Social Media—And Take Back Control
30:00 The Real Danger Behind Meta, Snapchat, And TikTok
36:05 The Dark Side Of Snapchat: Cyberbullying And Predators Exposed
41:23 Oxytocin, AI Chatbots, And What This Means For Your Brain
55:20 What If Your Business Depends On Social Media—Is There Another Way?
01:00:28 Why So Many People Feel Lost—And How Tech Plays A Role
01:06:16 Ads
01:07:17 The Simple Test To Know If You’re Addicted To Your Phone
01:26:08 What Is “Popcorn Brain”—And Do You Have It?
01:28:04 Brain Rot: Why Adults Can Recover—But Teens Might Not
01:31:45 Why Australia Banned Social Media For Under-16s—And What Happens Next
01:43:16 Ads
01:45:33 Why Parents Can’t Sue Social Media Companies—And What This Law Protects
02:04:29 How Technology Is Eroding Our Sense Of Meaning
02:08:39 How To Reclaim Meaning And Joy In A Hyper-Digital World
02:14:14 The 3-Second Brain Reset That Breaks The Scroll Cycle



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Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and former actor who has spent over six years in silent retreat. In this moment, he explains how Buddhism offers a radically different way to relate to pain, and how we could be unknowingly feeding our own suffering. Drawing on his experiences of trauma, depression, and panic attacks, he shares an insightful approach to meeting grief, forgiveness, and emotional pain with compassion.





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Do you want to know why your relationship keeps failing? Divorce Lawyer James Sexton discusses relationship advice, the impact of AI on love, communication skills, why prenups are rising, and why people stay in toxic cycles! 

James Sexton is America's top divorce lawyer with over 2 decades of experience in divorce and family law. He is the founder of a private law firm, and bestselling author of books such as, 'How to Stay in Love' and 'If You're in My Office, It's Already Too Late'.




He explains: 

▪️The "yours, mine, ours" framework for a fair prenuptial agreement

▪️How AI companions and algorithms are quietly destroying human intimacy

▪️Why social media has become the ultimate infidelity-generating machine

▪️The 1 communication exercise involving a monk that saves marriages

▪️The "seven-year spike" that triggers automatic asset sharing




00:00 Intro

02:47 How to Avoid Ending Up in Divorce

06:28 When to Give a Relationship a Second Chance And When Not To

10:50 Why Prioritizing Your Partner Can Save Your Relationship

25:36 What Signals the Start of a Fading Relationship

30:47 What to Do When the Relationship Starts to Fall Apart

41:07 The Powerful Ritual Every Couple Should Practice

49:51 How Your Childhood Shapes the Way You Love

51:47 The Real Reason Relationships Fail And How to Stop It

58:30 Can Independent People Truly Find Lasting Love?

1:08:54 Are You Focused on the Wrong Things in Your Relationship?

1:13:54 How Addiction Blocks You From Feeling Love

1:15:00 Why You Shouldn’t Give Up on Love Even If It Hurts

1:20:36 Do Prenups Actually Make Marriages Stronger?

1:21:46 I'm Scared to Ask for a Prenup, Here’s What to Do

1:23:58 True Divorce Stories You Won’t Believe

1:29:37 Why a Prenup Might Be the Healthiest Choice for Your Marriage

1:44:01 Should You Get a Prenup for Your Pets?

1:47:31 Is Divorce Really Becoming More Common?

1:52:58 The #1 Mistake Couples Make After Marriage

1:56:44 Why Authenticity Is the Most Attractive Trait in Love




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Are you always tired? Sleep Expert Dr. Michael Breus breaks down the 4 chronotypes to master your sleep, how to fix insomnia, the truth about sleep apnea, and why the 8-hour myth is wrong!



Dr. Michael Breus is a clinical psychologist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine. He has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, served as a WebMD sleep expert, and is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Sleep Drink Breathe’.

He explains:

▪️The 4 chronotypes that dictate your ideal daily schedule

▪️Why waking up at 3am is a biological temperature spike

▪️The "3-2-1 Rule" for the perfect evening wind-down

▪️How alcohol blocks the brain’s glymphatic toxin clearance

▪️The exact pillow checklist to fix neck pain and snoring


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(4:14) What Your Dreams Say About Your Mind and Personality
(8:57) The "Caffeine Nap" That Supercharges You for 4 Hours
(12:50) Why You Need to Know Your Sleep Chronotype Now
(14:11) The Ideal Time to Have Sex—Backed by Science
(16:27) When to Drink Coffee for Maximum Focus and Energy
(21:03) Are You a Bear? Why Some Chronotypes Thrive Late Morning
(25:50) Does Aging Make Us Grumpier? The Sleep Connection
(26:46) Are Early School Start Times Hurting Our Kids’ Performance?
(31:03) The #1 Parenting Tip to Prevent Sleep Issues in Children
(33:43) How to Drink Alcohol Without Wrecking Your Sleep
(36:33) The Best Time to Drink—According to Your Chronotype
(37:48) What Happens When You Eat Right Before Bed
(39:20) Proven Relaxation Exercises That Help You Fall Asleep
(43:32) What the Ideal Sleep Environment Actually Looks Like
(47:14) How the Military Falls Asleep in 2 Minutes Flat
(52:39) These Smart Earphones Sync With Your Brainwaves to Improve Sleep
(57:06) Why Sleep Might Be in Crisis by 2026
(1:00:26) Ads
(1:02:16) 1 in 7 Have Sleep Apnea—and Most Don’t Know It
(1:04:31) 6 Hidden Signs You Might Have Sleep Apnea
(1:06:05) Should Couples Sleep Together or Apart? The Surprising Data
(1:07:28) Why Sleep Apnea Symptoms Differ Between Men and Women
(1:11:09) The Scary Health Dangers of Chronic Sleep Deprivation
(1:13:43) The Most Common Myths About Insomnia—Debunked
(1:18:45) How Sleep Problems Fuel Depression (And Vice Versa)
(1:20:40) The Big Lies You’ve Heard About Melatonin
(1:25:56) Kids Are Overdosing on Melatonin—Here’s What Parents Need to Know
(1:27:36) How to Beat Jet Lag Like a Pro Traveler
(1:31:35) The Hidden Dangers of Taking Melatonin Every Night
(1:34:13) This Is the Most Researched Sleep Supplement Ever
(1:36:14) Can Ashwagandha Really Calm Nighttime Overthinking?
(1:37:06) The Turkey and Milk Combo That Actually Promotes Sleep
(1:39:43) This Simple Banana Hack Could Help You Fall Asleep
(1:42:20) Why Vitamin D Is Crucial for Your Body’s Internal Clock
(1:43:27) Ads
(1:45:42) How to Build a Sleep Routine That Actually Works
(1:46:54) Should You Be Using a Wearable to Track Sleep?
(1:50:03) What Dreams Are Trying to Tell You (And Why It Matters)
(1:53:40) How to Reprogram Recurring Nightmares and Sleep Better
(2:00:06) The First Night Effect Is Real—Here’s Why You Should Care
(2:01:55) Why Fighting Before Bed Could Be Destroying Your Sleep
(2:06:18) The Most Surprising Time of Day to Fall in Love
(2:07:38) How to Find the Perfect Pillow in Just 4 Steps
(2:16:29) How to Prep Your Bedroom for Deep, Restorative Sleep
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Sarah Wakeman is a physician and Medical Director specialising in substance use and addiction treatment, working on the front lines of alcohol-related harm. In this Moment, she breaks down what the science actually says about having just one drink, debunks old narratives and reveals what alcohol is really doing to the body.





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Alzheimer’s expert LOUISA NICOLA explains early Alzheimer’s risk, why creatine fuels brain energy and memory, deep sleep hacks, and why sitting is a silent killer!



Louisa Nicola is a leading neurophysiologist and human performance coach who studies the brain and nervous system. She is the founder of Neuro Athletics, a consulting firm that provides scientific strategies for cognitive performance, and is also currently finishing her PhD at the University of Washington. 


She explains:

▪️Why 70% of Alzheimer's patients are women

▪️The "leaky brain" warning signs you are ignoring

▪️Why menopause triggers a 30% drop in brain energy

▪️How 20 minutes of Zone 5 training reverses heart aging

▪️Why your "willpower muscle" shrinks without hard challenges



(0:00) Intro
(2:31) Why I’m on a Mission to Prevent Alzheimer’s for Millions
(2:58) Alzheimer’s Might Be More Preventable Than You Think
(4:34) How Lifestyle Habits Quietly Lead to Dementia
(8:43) Why Some Older Adults Stay Mentally Sharper Than the Young
(12:35) What Short-Form Content Is Doing to Your Brain
(13:47) The Hidden Cognitive Power of Exercise
(16:31) Why Strong Legs Might Be a Key to Brain Health
(17:23) How Resistance Training Rewires Your Brain
(21:08) Can Exercise Actually Help Suppress Cancer?
(22:58) The One Exercise That Shields Your Brain Over Time
(25:42) Can Aerobic Training Help Prevent Alzheimer’s?
(28:47) What Cardiovascular Health Really Means for Your Brain
(32:15) Why VO2 Max Could Predict How Long You’ll Live
(34:45) The Best Exercises for Long-Term Brain and Mental Health
(41:45) What to Do Right After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
(45:05) Why the Ketogenic Diet Could Benefit Perimenopausal Women
(50:12) What You Should Know About Hormone Replacement Therapy
(52:31) How to Find the Best HRT for Your Body and Brain
(1:00:24) Ads
(1:01:56) The Overlooked Link Between Sleep Loss and Alzheimer’s
(1:03:42) Why You Need to Rethink Your Sleep Habits Now
(1:07:01) Can Ashwagandha and Rhodiola Really Reduce Stress?
(1:10:02) The Most Potent Brain Supplement You’ve Never Tried
(1:14:04) How Vitamin D Supports Longevity and Brain Health
(1:15:03) The Most Affordable Way to Boost Brain and Body Function
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(1:36:27) Why Doing Hard Things Literally Grows Your Brain
(1:43:28) Are Chatbots Causing Brain Rot? Here’s What We Know
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(1:57:39) What Happens When You’re Obsessed With Your Mission



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This is a FIRST for The Diary Of A CEO…a live snake on set, with jungle explorer PAUL ROSOLIE. 

After 20 years surviving jaguars, anacondas, cartels, and uncontacted tribes, he warns of a collapse that could end life on Earth!


Paul Rosolie is an American conservationist who has spent over 2 decades living in the Amazon rainforest. He is the co-founder and director of Junglekeepers, a non-profit protecting areas of rainforest from logging and mining, and is the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Junglekeeper: What It Takes to Change the World’. 



He explains: 

◼️What happens when a live snake is inches from your face

◼️Being surrounded by warriors with 7-foot bows and arrows

◼️Why humans living outside history don’t suffer modern misery

◼️How the jungle keeps you alive when everything goes wrong

◼️The moment you realise this place is bigger than humanity itself



(00:00) Intro
(02:34) On a Mission to Save the Amazon
(05:32) A Jungle Warning After 20 Years Off the Grid
(11:25) How a Wild Adventure in Peru Changed Everything
(15:34) What It’s Like Meeting Uncontacted Tribes for the First Time
(19:58) Why This Ancient Forest Could Disappear Forever
(26:36) What Living in the Amazon for a Decade Does to You
(28:56) How We Discovered the Uncontacted Tribes
(42:04) Unseen Footage the World Wasn’t Supposed to Watch
(46:01) When Tribe Women Took Our Food—And What It Meant
(47:06) Do Uncontacted Tribes Really Eat Humans?
(54:20) How Many Hidden Tribes Still Exist?
(59:13) Can These Tribes Actually Communicate With Monkeys?
(01:01:39) What If They’re Just Searching for Happiness?
(01:03:25) Do Tribal People Still Live in Huts?
(01:06:40) The Most Haunting Stories I’ve Heard in the Jungle
(01:09:26) Why I Had to Stop Here
(01:10:18) Would You Survive Living Like an Uncontacted Tribe?
(01:11:35) Ads
(01:13:53) How I Almost Got Crushed by a Snake
(01:15:53) The Terrifying Reality of Being Eaten Alive
(01:18:06) How Jane Goodall Saved My Life
(01:22:09) The TV Show I Made to Help the Amazon (That Went Terribly Wrong)
(01:29:36) The Truth About Handling Deadly Snakes
(01:44:24) Should You Really Be Scared of Snakes?
(01:46:18) Ads
(01:47:41) What 20 Years in the Jungle Taught Me About Life
(01:55:50) How Do You Know When It’s Time to Quit?
(02:12:17) Are Humans Really the Most Important Species?
(02:16:06) AI, Robots, and the Jungle’s View of Modern Tech
(02:23:15) I Saw the Creation of the Universe on Ayahuasca
(02:27:22) What Is the Jungle Keeper’s Mission Really About?
(02:30:20) Ancient Medicine Hidden in the Amazon
(02:34:30) What It’s Like Living in the Jungle With My Wife
(02:41:42) What Still Scares Me After All These Years
(02:44:14) If You Had 3 Years Left, What Would You Regret?


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Dr. Andy Galpin is a professor and performance scientist with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics. He specialises in muscle, strength, and human performance - translating exercise science into practical plans that actually work. In today’s Moments episode, Andy explains the fastest way to lose fat while preserving muscle - without falling into the crash-diet, over-cardio trap!





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Can 1 hour a day make you a millionaire? Bestselling author DAVID BACH reveals how the first-hour rule, retirement investing, passive income ideas, and 401k matching build financial freedom…FAST!



David Bach is a 10x New York Times bestselling author and one of America’s most trusted financial experts. He has helped millions become financially secure for life, and also serves  as Director of Advisor and Investor Education at AE Wealth Management. He is the consecutive New York Times bestseller with over 7 million books, including books such as: ‘The Automatic Millionaire, 20th Anniversary Edition’. 


He explains: 

◼️Why saving $27 a day can outperform earning more money

◼️The phone automation trick that doubles your savings without willpower

◼️The hidden system that keeps most people in debt

◼️The real reason 70% of people stay broke despite earning more

◼️The wealth code for your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s



(00:00) Intro
(02:29) How I Helped Millions Become Millionaires
(04:33) How My Grandma Became a Millionaire With an Average Job
(09:25) Why Smart Women Finish Rich—And What They Do Differently
(12:20) Why Boring Investments Are the Key to Long-Term Wealth
(16:02) Why 50% Stay Broke—And How Just 1 Hour a Day Can Change That
(19:28) The 70/30 Wealth Rule Millionaires Rely On
(22:20) Are Homeowners Really Richer? What the Numbers Say
(27:22) Stocks vs. Real Estate: What Builds Wealth Faster?
(31:08) Is Buying a House Worth It After All the Hidden Costs?
(34:39) Should You Put Your Down Payment Into the S&P 500 Instead?
(36:25) Will Buying a House Limit Your Career and Mobility?
(40:50) A Proven Framework to Get Out of Debt
(42:39) How the Average Person Wastes $10,000 a Year
(43:43) How Much You Need to Save Daily to Become a Millionaire
(51:47) How to Save Tens of Thousands Without Noticing
(54:00) Ad Break
(55:03) The Real Dangers of Debt—And How to Escape Them
(59:35) The Easiest Way to Boost Your Income Starting Today
(1:02:54) Is Wealth Just a Mindset Game? Here's What to Know
(1:05:19) How to Grow Your Savings Without Even Realizing It
(1:10:16) This Simple Phone Hack Could Save You Hundreds a Month
(1:13:24) Should You Invest in Tech Funds Right Now?
(1:20:21) Ad Break
(1:22:18) 6 Money Mistakes Most Couples Don’t Realize They’re Making
(1:30:24) Why You Must Understand Your Partner’s Finances
(1:33:40) Why the Next Decade Is the Greatest Money-Making Opportunity Yet
(1:36:10) Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early or Invest Instead?


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World-leading gut health expert PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR reveals brand new research around why dementia, depression, and anxiety may start in the gut, how flossing lowers Alzheimer’s risk, and the TOP foods that stop inflammation! 


Professor Tim Spector is a medical doctor, Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College London, and co-founder of ZOE, a science-led nutrition company. He has been recognised as one of the top 1% of most-cited scientists worldwide, and is the author of bestselling books, including 'Ferment’. 



He explains:

◼️Why ultra-processed foods hijack your brain, mood, and behaviour

◼️The role of oral health and gum bacteria in brain inflammation

◼️Why most brain diseases share the same underlying risk factors

◼️The daily gut habits that improve focus, and cognitive resilience

◼️How poor sleep, stress, and late-night eating trigger brain fog and fatigue



(00:00) Intro
(02:38) Why My Mum No Longer Recognises Me
(04:07) Is Dementia Becoming More Common—or Just Better Diagnosed?
(05:07) The Hidden Dementia Types You Might Be at Risk For
(07:43) How Your Gut Health Could Be Shaping Your Brain
(11:18) What Your Diet Is Really Doing to Your Mood
(14:09) Why You’re Craving Unhealthy Food—and How to Break the Cycle
(14:45) Can Chronic Stress Increase Your Dementia Risk?
(15:57) Could Vaccines Be Linked to Depression?
(17:47) The Immune System’s Shocking Role in Brain Disorders
(21:03) Does Parkinson’s Disease Begin in the Gut?
(24:17) 8 Gut Health Rules That Can Transform Your Wellbeing
(25:45) Is Coffee Actually Good for Your Gut? Here’s What We Know
(30:24) Why You Should Eat 30 Different Plants Each Week
(34:41) Prebiotics vs Probiotics: Which One Does Your Body Really Need?
(39:17) How Flossing (or Not) Could Affect Your Risk of Dementia
(40:30) What Our Belief in Science vs Religion Reveals About Us
(45:56) Ads
(47:57) Why Fermented Foods Are Crucial for Gut and Brain Health
(55:58) Are You Eating the Wrong Kind of Protein?
(56:54) This Matters More Than Counting Calories
(58:14) The Hidden Dangers of Ultra-Processed Foods
(01:01:34) What’s the Healthiest Bread You Can Actually Eat?
(01:02:40) Are You Really Gluten-Free—Or Just Guessing?
(01:05:01) What Most People Get Wrong About Nuts
(01:08:12) What Fasting Does to Your Gut—and Why It Matters
(01:10:03) Ads
(01:11:55) The Keto Diet: What Condition It Could Actually Heal
(01:16:15) Can a Keto Diet Still Support a Healthy Gut?
(01:20:27) You Have Microplastics in Your Blood—Now What?
(01:22:43) How GLP-1s Could Radically Change Your Health
(01:25:35) Surprising Brain Benefits of Sauna Use
(01:26:26) How Socialising Might Be Protecting Your Brain
(01:30:43) Why Food Might Be the Most Powerful Medicine
(01:32:07) How to Build a Better Relationship With Food



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Ramit Sethi is a personal finance expert and bestselling author who’s helped millions build a “Rich Life”. In this Moment, Ramit shares the money truths couples avoid, the biggest conversation most people won’t have, and why financial stress in relationships is rarely about the bank balance - it’s about psychology, expectations, and trust.





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Political commentator KONSTANTIN KISIN breaks down Iran’s turning point, how Greenland could reshape global power, why he thinks mass immigration must stop, and how Trump’s actions in Venezuela exposes Europe!



Konstantin Kisin is a political thinker and co-host of the podcast TRIGGERnometry, known for his sharp analysis of geopolitics, immigration, and cultural issues. He is also the best-selling author of the book, ‘An Immigrant's Love Letter to the West’.



He explains:

◼️Why the post-war rules-based order is collapsing, and what a multipolar world really looks like

◼️How nuclear weapons have become the only true source of national security

◼️Why Europe’s economic and energy choices destroyed its global influence

◼️Why AI-driven job losses could fuel extremism and radical redistribution

◼️How Greenland could shift global power dynamics in America’s favour



(00:00) Intro
(01:55) So, What’s Actually Going On in the World Right Now?
(07:37) How Much of This Is Really Tied to Nuclear Weapons?
(12:22) Why Does It Feel Like Every Big Power’s Out for Themselves?
(18:45) If Things Keep Going Like This, Where’s the UK Headed?
(19:49) Do You Think the UK Still Has a Chance at a Comeback?
(23:25) What’s Behind the Rise in Socialism Lately?
(29:41) Are We Actually Heading Toward a More Communist World?
(36:08) What the Protests in Iran Are Telling the Rest of Us
(43:06) Wait, Did Trump Really Try to Buy Greenland?
(45:11) Is a World with Multiple Superpowers Better or Worse?
(45:39) What’s Going On with China’s Declining Child Population?
(52:03) What’s Your Honest Take on Keir Starmer?
(56:38) Should We Be Taxing the Rich More in the UK?
(01:03:40) What Kind of Leader Does the UK Actually Need Right Now?
(01:07:42) Why the UK Might Need to Rethink How It Views Wealth
(01:15:02) Have We Been in This Situation Before in History?
(01:18:22) How Power Struggles Keep Pushing Countries to the Edge
(01:19:29) Is Trump the Right Kind of Leader for This Moment?
(01:22:09) What Would It Honestly Take for You to Leave the UK?
(01:25:02) What’s the One Issue You Just Can’t Ignore on the Right?
(01:28:09) Are You Actually Happy—Like, Really?
(01:30:02) What’s Your Number-One Concern for Your Kids Right Now?
(01:31:00) Who Had the Biggest Impact on You—Outside of Family?


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Former CIA officer and whistleblower JOHN KIRIAKOU reveals how easily you’re tracked, the truth about surveillance, manipulation, and torture, and why exposing the CIA sent him to prison!



John Kiriakou is a former CIA counterterrorism officer and intelligence analyst who served for 15 years, including as chief of counterterrorism operations in Pakistan after 9/11. He publicly blew the whistle on the CIA’s torture program, for which he served 23 months in prison.

He explains:

◼️How intelligence agencies can monitor your car in real time

◼️The proven psychology the CIA uses to recruit spies

◼️Why he went to prison for exposing the truth, and would do it again

◼️The surveillance mistake that instantly makes you easier to track

◼️Why telling the truth is treated as a national security threat


(00:00) Intro
(02:32) I Blew the Whistle on the CIA
(04:09) What Was Your Role in the CIA?
(12:27) How Did You End Up Being a Spy?
(14:47) The CIA’s Strategy With Podcasters
(17:28) How Did You Get Into the CIA?
(23:14) What Was Your Training Like?
(27:38) People's Vulnerabilities
(31:13) What Can the CIA Really Get for Someone?
(32:59) Lying and Lie Detection
(37:34) Do You Often Have to ‘Take One for the Team’ in the CIA?
(41:13) What Does the Average Person Not Know About the World?
(47:21) Digital Security
(51:48) Sleeper Agents: Training Spies From Birth
(56:19) Is the Average Person Interacting With a Spy?
(58:10) How Many Spies Are There in the US?
(01:03:46) Conspiracy Theories
(01:05:11) Dosing Americans With LSD
(01:08:33) Are the CIA Involved in Iran?
(01:10:50) Have You Ever Killed Anyone?
(01:14:48) Which Spy Force Is the Most Impressive?
(01:21:15) Was Jeffrey Epstein a Spy?
(01:26:39) Who Is the Real Adversary?
(01:28:54) Is Venezuela a Cover for Something Else?
(01:33:04) Does China Want the US to Fall?
(01:33:52) Is the US Going Bankrupt?
(01:35:57) Why Does the US Government Keep Breaking the Law?
(01:39:52) Should You Be Pardoned by Trump?
(01:40:31) What Did You Stop Doing That Improved Your Life?



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Annie Jacobsen is an investigative journalist and bestselling author known for deep reporting on national security, military strategy, and the real-world mechanics of catastrophe. In today’s Moments episode, she breaks down, in sourced detail, what nuclear war would actually look like - minute by minute - after the first weapon hits. Annie also discusses why nuclear war isn’t inevitable - and how leadership, public pressure, and policy decisions can move the world away from escalation.





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Tony Robbins, a world-renowned author, coach and entrepreneur, reveals the SINGLE question that defines your future, how trauma shapes identity, and how to control your mind, emotions, and decisions…FAST! 

Tony Robbins is best known for transforming millions of lives through immersive events and frameworks. He advises world leaders and executives across 100+ companies and is the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Awaken the Giant Within’ and ‘Unlimited Power’.



He explains:

◼️The hidden question your future self wishes you’d asked sooner

◼️How chaos and childhood stress wire your default reactions

◼️Why your mind edits reality to keep you comfortable, not successful

◼️What feeling “lost” really means in the hero’s journey of your life

◼️How to turn emotional pressure into clarity, drive, and momentum




00:00 Intro  

02:44 A Stranger Changed My Life Forever  

05:54 You Only Experience the Life You Focus On  

10:36 I Hate Suffering  

13:51 The 'Self-Care' Revolution Is Making You Weak  

15:26 The Scary Future of AI   

27:17 If You Were 18 Now, What Would You Be Focusing On?  

42:28 New Tools the Younger Generation Should Learn to Handle Stress  

45:43 How to Get Better at Pattern Recognition  

49:20 How to Get Into a Peak State  

51:51 Ads  

52:52 Individualism Is Making Us Depressed  

1:06:22 How Your Needs Create Pain  

1:15:23 Is It Possible to Change?  

1:23:08 Ads  

1:25:12 The Pattern of Successful People  

1:34:04 How Did You Learn About Finance?  

1:34:35 How Do I Become a Better Learner?  

1:42:15 Love Is the Driving Force in Life  

1:43:39 The Pattern Of Successful Businesses

1:46:55 Create Life on Your Terms  

1:51:01 How Long Would Your Lifespan Be If You Could Choose?  

1:54:01 What Happens When You Die  





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Serial investor JL COLLINS reveals why renting is smarter than buying, the biggest lies about investing, how tax and debt destroy wealth, and how small savings will TRANSFORM your life! 



JL Collins is a financial educator best known for his book ‘The Simple Path to Wealth’, which has sold millions of copies worldwide. He’s also the author of the JL Collins blog, including the renowned ‘Stock Series’, and has been investing for over 4 decades.



He explains: 

◼️How “F-You Money” changes every decision you make

◼️Why mortgages lock up opportunity and reduce long-term freedom

◼️Why index funds outperform almost everyone over a lifetime

◼️Why working harder doesn’t stop being broke

◼️Why financial independence is about control, not consumption




00:00 Intro  

03:27 Common Misconceptions About Money  

05:10 Financial Freedom  

06:15 Successful People Often Have Trauma  

13:11 Mental Benefits of Financial Security  

14:22 What Is F.U. Money?  

15:59 Buying a House Isn’t Always a Good Financial Idea  

20:46 The Psychological Impact of Buying a House  

22:00 Why Younger Generations Could Benefit From Flexible Living  

25:32 The Easiest Path to Wealth  

26:49 What’s Stopping You From Becoming Financially Independent  

29:32 How Spending Habits Reflect Self-Esteem  

31:30 Advice for Getting Out of Debt  

36:03 Should I Invest in Bitcoin?  

38:43 Should I Rush to Pay Off My Mortgage?  

40:50 Interest Rates Explained  

41:28 How Mortgages Work  

42:36 How to Get a Good Interest Rate on Your Mortgage  

46:37 Is It Safe to Invest in Stocks in the AI Era?  

49:17 Emotional Impact of Investing Without Enough Money  

52:33 Do Men Take More Investment Risks Than Women?  

54:09 Ads  

55:13 The Magic of Compounding Interest  

1:02:38 What's the Point of Being Frugal If I Want to Enjoy Life?  

1:03:35 Young People Don’t Care About Their Future Selves  

1:07:08 Why You Should Invest for Your Children  

1:10:28 How Much of My Income Should I Be Saving?  

1:12:54 Deferring Taxes With Retirement Savings Plans  

1:20:04 Index Funds vs Individual Stocks  

1:27:39 The Beer Analogy (Stocks)

1:33:40 Don’t Sell When the Market Drops  

1:35:09 Is Investing Just Gambling?  

1:36:06 Are Financial Courses a Scam?  

1:37:27 Ads  

1:39:26 Do I Need a Financial Advisor?  

1:42:13 What Does Your Portfolio Look Like?  

1:43:19 What Are Bonds?  

1:45:23 Asking ChatGPT the Ideal Path to Wealth  

1:46:26 How Do I Earn More?  

1:47:14 Why Failure Is Necessary for Growth  

1:49:33 You Can Have a Small Income and Still Be Financially Free  

1:59:53 What's Your Biggest Regret?  



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Dr. Chris Palmer is a psychiatrist and leading expert on the connection between metabolism and mental health. His groundbreaking work highlights the pivotal role diet plays in mental disorders. In today’s moment, Dr. Palmer shares dietary changes you can make today that could lead to profound improvements in your overall well-being and mood.





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No.1 Health Doctor Benjamin Bikman breaks down keto, insulin resistance, sugar addiction, and calorie counting, and the ONE test that predicts weight gain!



Dr Benjamin Bikman is a metabolic scientist and researcher focused on the link between insulin resistance and chronic disease. He is Professor of Cell Biology at Brigham Young University and Co-founder of Insulin IQ. 


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He explains:

◼️Why shrinking fat cells depends on lowering insulin, not eating less

◼️How ketones act as a brain fuel that kills hunger and boosts metabolism

◼️Why constant carb intake traps energy and makes willpower fail

◼️How GLP-1 drugs may worsen muscle loss and long-term metabolic health

◼️Why a fasting insulin test reveals problems years before diabetes



[00:00] What Should People Focus on for 2026 When It Comes to Diet?
[02:32] What Is Metabolism?
[07:18] Why Calorie Counting Doesn't Work
[09:57] Ketones and Fat Loss
[22:37] How the Liver Decides What to Do With Fat
[25:09] Is Keto Sustainable?
[27:15] Could Keto Help With Eating Disorders and Sugar Addiction?
[30:24] The Effects of Keto on the Heart
[32:54] Should You Take Exogenous Ketones?
[38:04] Is Keto Suitable for Women?
[44:36] The Perfect Diet and Lifestyle for 2026
[51:12] Steve’s Ketone Levels After a Keto Shot
[57:04] Ads
[58:40] Continuing the Perfect Lifestyle for 2026
[59:42] When Not to Do Keto
[01:05:48] How Cancers Use Sugar for Energy
[01:10:36] Are Vitamins and Supplements Contributing to Obesity?
[01:21:19] Thoughts on Ozempic and GLP-1s
[01:26:05] Ads
[01:32:58] What’s the Best Sweetener to Use?
[01:34:57] Collagen Peptides
[01:37:03] Creatine
[01:38:06] How to Get Rid of Stubborn Fat for Good
[01:45:23] How Stress Contributes to Weight Gain
[01:49:31] Check Your Testosterone Levels
[01:51:39] What Tests Can We Do at Home?
[01:52:49] If You Could Have One Thing for Life, What Would It Be?


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Dopamine expert DR ANNA LEMBKE reveals how addiction is hijacking your brain, why dopamine addiction is rising fast, the danger of social media, porn, AI, GLP-1 drugs, and how to regain control FAST!


Dr Anna Lembke is Professor of Psychiatry and Medical Director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. She has spent over 25 years treating patients with substance and behavioral addictions and is the bestselling author of “Dopamine Nation”. 


She explains:

◼️Why endless pleasure quietly trains your brain to feel worse, not better

◼️How digital habits replace real connection with instant validation

◼️Why dopamine spikes always come with a hidden crash

◼️How easy comfort erodes discipline, motivation, and intimacy

◼️The practical reset that restores balance and control



00:00 Intro
03:05 Dopamine and Overabundance
04:22 How to Shake Bad Habits
06:16 Why Are Harmful Substances Addictive?
07:15 The Dangers of AI Simulating Human Connection
12:54 Sex Addiction Case Study
19:29 Elon Musk's Age of Abundance
22:23 We're Entertaining Ourselves to Death
23:35 How Our Brain Processes Pleasure and Pain
28:51 Why Do We Fall Off Our Good Habits?
30:40 When Are We Most Susceptible to Self-Destructive Behaviours
31:53 Who Is More Vulnerable to Addiction?
32:59 Link Between Addiction and People With ADHD
34:26 Link Between Childhood Trauma and Addiction
35:57 Parents Soothing Child’s Emotions With Technology
37:24 AI Replacing Parenting
40:05 Are You Hopeful People Will See the Downsides of AI?
43:23 Social Media Trials
45:12 Ads
46:07 The Science Behind How to Get Rid of Bad Habits
53:31 Is Addictive Personality a Real Thing?
54:20 4-Week Resolutions
56:24 Psychological Strategies for Adopting Good Habits
59:00 How to Trick Your Brain to Enjoy Doing Hard Things
01:02:06 How to Avoid Relapse
01:04:23 Is It Possible to Become Addicted to Good Things Too?
01:05:11 Daily Routines to Kick the Habit
01:07:10 The "Count Back" Trick to Start New Habits
01:10:24 Ads
01:12:24 Brains of Addicted vs. Non-Addicted People
01:17:42 Dopamine Research That Stood Out for You
01:19:22 Impact of Dopamine Addiction on Personal Relationships
01:22:52 Dopamine Agonist Drugs
01:26:27 Dopamine Release Associated With Learning and Impediments
01:32:13 Radical Honesty
01:37:06 What Is Agency and Why Does It Matter
01:38:58 The Biggest Problem With New Year’s Resolutions



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Ryan Holiday is a best-selling author and the modern-day philosopher behind The Daily Stoic. Renowned for his deep exploration of Stoic philosophy, Ryan has brought ancient wisdom to a new generation. In today’s moment, Ryan reveals five powerful practices, rooted in Stoicism, that you can implement this year to cultivate more peace, purpose, and resilience.



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Tired of your health issues? Top gastroenterologist DR WILL BULSIEWICZ reveals NEW information about how leaky gut drives inflammation, cancer risk, bloating and brain fog, and the daily habits to heal FAST. 

Dr Will Bulsiewicz is one of the world’s leading experts on the gut microbiome. He is the US Medical Director at ZOE, founding director of The Gut & Microbiome Center for Excellence and bestselling author of “Fibre Fuelled” and the upcoming book, “Plant Powered Plus”.



He explains: 

◼️Why inflammation is driven by the gut, not just genetics

◼️How leaky gut triggers bloating and immune dysfunction

◼️The gut-immune link behind cancer and chronic disease

◼️Why fermented foods and fibre rebuild the microbiome

◼️How the gut-brain connection shapes mood, focus, and longevity




(00:00) Intro  

(03:28) What Is Inflammation?  

(05:36) Can You Be Thin and Still Have Inflammation?  

(06:11) Why Does Chronic Inflammation Happen?  

(07:11) The Shocking Link Between Inflammation and Gut Health  

(10:47) Chronic Inflammation Causes These Diseases  

(12:17) The Importance of a Healthy Gut  

(12:52) Faecal Transplants to Heal the Gut  

(15:26) Link Between Gut Microbiome and Cancer  

(18:19) Parkinson's Could Start in the Gut  

(20:40) Can Anyone Get a Faecal Transplant?  

(21:22) A Lot of Us Have Gut Issues  

(23:37) Does Gas and Bloating Indicate a Health Issue?  

(31:34) Everyone Thinks They're Gluten Intolerant  

(32:36) Processing Issues With Gluten  

(35:04) Is Sourdough the Best Bread?  

(36:13) Your Gluten Intolerance Might Be This Instead  

(38:18) How Long Does It Take to Repair the Gut?  

(41:17) What Causes Bowel Diseases?  

(42:42) Antibiotics Double Your Risk of Bowel Disease  

(43:16) Fixing a Chronic Gut Issue With a Fecal Transplant  

(47:46) What Diet Trends Spread Misinformation?  

(51:54) Fibremaxxing and the Importance of Fibre  

(54:48) Best Foods to Eat for Fibre  

(59:11) How Fibre Affects Immunity and Ageing  

(1:00:00) This Is What Alcohol Does to the Gut  

(1:05:34) Ads  

(1:07:24) Benefits of Turmeric  

(1:09:22) Dr Will's Perfect Gut Day  

(1:19:40) Good Breakfast for Children  

(1:20:44) What Would Impact Your Child's Gut Health?  

(1:25:22) Dr Will's Perfect Gut Day  

(1:33:19) Optimal Time to Workout  

(1:34:56) Perfect Time Between Meals  

(1:35:54) Perfect Evening Routine  

(1:39:23) Would You Recommend Fasting?  

(1:42:21) Ads  

(1:44:18) Trauma Impacts Gut Function  

(1:49:35) How Would I Heal My Trauma-Related Gut Issues?  

(1:50:42) Stool Test – Is Your Gut Healthy?  

(1:53:33) Magnesium for Constipation and Sleep  

(1:55:03) This Is Easier Than You Think – 4 Things You Need  

(1:58:58) Dr Will's Transformation  

(2:05:02) Message to My Dad  

(2:09:34) Your Biggest Regret  



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Are you planning 2026 completely wrong? CHRIS WILLIAMSON, Modern Wisdom host, breaks down goal setting errors, procrastination psychology, stress overload, dating mistakes and the ONE strategy that works!


Chris Williamson is the host of the Modern Wisdom podcast and a leading voice on men’s development, productivity and the challenges of modern life. He is also the creator of the 3 Minute Monday newsletter, where he shares weekly insights on discipline, focus and meaning. 



He explains: 

◼️Why your goals keep failing you no matter how motivated you feel

◼️The SINGLE question that decides if 2026 is a breakout year

◼️The real reason PROCRASTINATION protects you from success

◼️Why doing less beats trying harder every time

◼️How stress and dating confusion hold men back



00:00 Intro
05:18 Choosing a Productive New Year's Resolution
12:11 The Real Thing You Should Be Doing
19:18 The Idea That "I Will Be Enough When..."
20:13 How to Find Success
23:22 The Hidden and Hurtful Metrics of Success
39:24 The Cost of Alcohol on Your Habits
42:07 If You're Not Okay, You Won't Choose Healthy Habits
46:38 The Biggest Learnings to Stay Consistent
48:42 Burnout, Imposter Syndrome, and Anxiety
53:24 The Two Main Reasons for Procrastination
01:00:56 America and the UK: Differences in Success Approaches
01:06:10 I Wish Britain Celebrated the Success of Its People
01:07:40 Ads
01:08:42 I Never Thought I'd Amounted to Much
01:18:19 How to Know What You Really Want in Life
01:33:54 Modeling What It Means to Be a Good Man
01:39:08 Ads
01:41:10 The Lonely Chapter in Everyone's Life
01:47:15 Problems Are a Feature of Life, Not a Bug
01:53:19 Psychological Stability in a Partner
01:55:48 The Dating World and Finding a Partner
01:58:40 The One Thing That Will Make You More Attractive
02:02:30 Why You Shouldn't Wait for Anything
02:12:22 The Hardest 12 Months of My Life
02:19:12 The Pleasure in Small Things


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Erica Komisar is a psychoanalyst renowned for her work on parenting, early childhood development, and the root causes of behavioural issues. In today’s moment, Erica discusses the rise in ADHD diagnoses and reveals which modern parenting practices may be significantly contributing to this trend, and to stress in early childhood.



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New year, healthier brain? Start 2026 RIGHT by protecting your brain, with EXPERT advice from The Diary Of A CEO’s top guests on brain health, dementia risk, brain fog, nutrition, addiction, and more! 


This EXCLUSIVE CHRISTMAS EPISODE brings together BRAIN HEALTH advice from world-leading experts, including: 

◼️Dr Rhonda Patrick
◼️Dr Wendy Suzuki
◼️Andrew Huberman
◼️Dr Nathan Bryan
◼️Dr Daniel Amen
◼️Simon Mills


They explain: 

◼️Why dementia and Alzheimer’s often begin with damaged blood flow, not memory loss

◼️How food, nitric oxide, and circulation directly affect brain aging

◼️The daily habits that grow or shrink your brain over time

◼️Which modern trends help neuroplasticity and which silently destroy it

◼️The simple lifestyle shifts that protect cognition for decades



(00:00) Intro
(01:03) Effects of Exercise on the Brain
(06:08) How to Improve Speaking Skills and Memory
(07:46) Effects of Coffee on the Brain
(09:20) What Destroys Your Brain?
(11:51) Impact of Social Relationships on the Brain
(13:24) Effects of Creatine on the Brain
(19:33) Creatine for Sleep
(22:31) Creatine Loading Myths
(25:20) Creatine for Depression
(27:07) Neuroplasticity Explained
(36:03) The Role of Nitric Oxide in the Brain
(44:32) Habits That Are Good for the Brain
(48:42) Is Loving Your Job Good or Bad for Your Brain?
(50:30) Bad Things for Brain Health
(51:49) Does Hearing Loss Lead to Alzheimer’s?
(53:12) Effects of AI on the Brain
(54:18) Natural Remedies for Brain Health
(57:56) Rosemary Effects on Brain Health
(01:00:29) Benefits of Dark Chocolate



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Trial Lawyer and leading communication expert JEFFERSON FISHER reveals how gaslighting and narcissism work, why people don’t listen to you, and the courtroom tricks for respect and power!



Jefferson Fisher is a Texas trial lawyer and leading communication expert. He is the founder of Fisher Firm, creator of The Jefferson Fisher School of Communication, and author of the book, “The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More”.



He explains:

◼️The fastest way to spot a narcissist in under 30 seconds

◼️The phrase that instantly exposes gaslighting

◼️Why people stop respecting you mid conversation

◼️The courtroom trick that makes people listen

◼️How to control any conversation without raising your voice



00:00 Intro
02:56 These Communication Skills Will Change Your Life and Career Trajectory
09:40 How to Have Control Over Conversations
12:14 The Psychology Behind Feeling Comfortable in Any Conversation
15:42 How Your Body Language Can Influence Others’ Opinions
20:38 The Traits of Confident People
22:40 Dealing With Difficult Conversations and Gaslighters
24:38 The Words Gaslighters Use Against You
31:00 The Attachment Style Most at Risk of Being Gaslighted
39:19 This Is What Manipulators and Narcissists Do
42:55 How to Stop a Narcissist
49:15 Your Reactions Reveal So Much About You
51:21 How to Stop Being Easily Triggered
55:00 How Being Honest With People Can Help You
01:00:34 How Our Parents’ Arguments Shaped Our Love Relationships
01:15:19 Find Your Priorities and Set Your Boundaries
01:17:20 People Pleasers
01:23:01 Relationship Arguments: Can They Be Good?
01:25:24 A Big Indicator That Something Really Matters to Your Partner
01:33:19 The Secret to Spot Anyone Being Fake
01:34:58 The Fake Laughs
01:42:05 These Small Moments Will Have the Biggest Impact on Impressions
01:53:30 Top 5 Things to Become the Best Communicator at Anything
02:03:02 Phones Have Become Our Pacifier to Relieve Anxiety
02:04:25 Stop Overexplaining
02:08:11 The Power of Taking Pauses to Think
02:10:50 One of the Best Traits of Leaders
02:17:43 How to Help Someone Grieving
02:27:09 The Counterattack to Bullies: Expose Them
02:34:22 Huge Relationship Unlock: Energy Checking With Your Parent
02:40:16 The Predictor of Whether a Relationship Will Last



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Courtney Conley is a renowned foot health expert who combines science with practical advice to help people lead pain-free, active lives. In this Moment, Courtney dives into the surprising impact of our everyday footwear on both our physical and mental health. Discover the best kind of shoes to wear, and how crucial footwear is in enhancing movement, preventing pain, and supporting long-term strength.





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AI pioneer YOSHUA BENGIO, Godfather of AI, reveals the DANGERS of Agentic AI, killer robots, and cyber crime, and how we MUST build AI that won’t harm people…before it’s too late. 




Professor Yoshua Bengio is a Computer Science Professor at the Université de Montréal and one of the 3 original Godfathers of AI. He is the most-cited scientist in the world on Google Scholar, a Turing Award winner, and the founder of LawZero, a non-profit organisation focused on building safe and human-aligned AI systems. 




He explains:

◼️Why agentic AI could develop goals we can’t control

◼️How killer robots and autonomous weapons become inevitable

◼️The hidden cyber crime and deepfake threat already unfolding

◼️Why AI regulation is weaker than food safety laws

◼️How losing control of AI could threaten human survival




[00:00] Why Have You Decided to Step Into the Public Eye?  

[02:53] Did You Bring Dangerous Technology Into the World?  

[05:23] Probabilities of Risk  

[08:18] Are We Underestimating the Potential of AI?  

[10:29] How Can the Average Person Understand What You're Talking About?  

[13:40] Will These Systems Get Safer as They Become More Advanced?  

[20:33] Why Are Tech CEOs Building Dangerous AI?  

[22:47] AI Companies Are Getting Out of Control  

[24:06] Attempts to Pause Advancements in AI  

[27:17] Power Now Sits With AI CEOs  

[35:10] Jobs Are Already Being Replaced at an Alarming Rate  

[37:27] National Security Risks of AI  

[43:04] Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)  

[44:44] Ads  

[48:34] The Risk You're Most Concerned About  

[49:40] Would You Stop AI Advancements if You Could?  

[54:46] Are You Hopeful?  

[55:45] How Do We Bridge the Gap to the Everyday Person?  

[56:55] Love for My Children Is Why I’m Raising the Alarm  

[01:00:43] AI Therapy  

[01:02:43] What Would You Say to the Top AI CEOs?  

[01:07:31] What Do You Think About Sam Altman?  

[01:09:37] Can Insurance Companies Save Us From AI?  

[01:12:38] Ads  

[01:16:19] What Can the Everyday Person Do About This?  

[01:18:24] What Citizens Should Do to Prevent an AI Disaster  

[01:20:56] Closing Statement  

[01:22:51] I Have No Incentives  

[01:24:32] Do You Have Any Regrets?  

[01:27:32] Have You Received Pushback for Speaking Out Against AI?  

[01:28:02] What Should People Do in the Future for Work?  




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Why do your conversations keep going wrong? Harvard behavioural scientist Professor Alison Wood Brooks reveals the SECRETS to better communication, real connection, negotiation skills and difficult conversations! 


Professor Alison Wood Brooks is a behavioural scientist with 2 decades of experience in conversational science. She teaches a Harvard course on negotiation and communication, and is the bestselling author of ‘Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves’. 


She explains:

◼️The ONE word that transforms anxiety into peak performance

◼️The TALK framework for mastering any conversation

◼️Why being "too polite" is secretly destroying your relationships 

◼️Why 99% of apologies fail, and the exact formula that works 

◼️The question technique that creates connection with anyone



(00:00) Intro
(02:34) People Need This to Communicate Well
(04:38) Giving Wrong Impressions
(06:23) Being a Better Speaker and Group Conversations
(11:31) Experimenting With Communication Skills With My Identical Twin
(12:40) The Science on How to Reframe Anxiety
(18:47) If You're Nervous, You're More Likely to Make a Bad Decision
(20:16) Asking for a Salary Raise
(24:39) The Conversational Compass
(32:45) How People Should Really Apologize and When It's Too Much
(37:31) The Validation Trick in Any Dispute
(42:00) Don't Do This When You Disagree
(46:19) Stop Doing This During Disagreements
(48:07) How to Be Liked
(50:02) The T-A-L-K Framework
(51:47) Easy Ways to Have More Casual Conversations
(55:13) If You Want to Be Liked, Don't Do This
(59:23) The Importance of Asking in Conversations and Dates
(01:03:27) Never Do This on a Date
(01:07:26) The Meeting Mistake You Shouldn't Make
(01:09:27) Poor Communication Skills May Be Blocking Your Career Growth
(01:12:02) Ads
(01:12:53) The Importance of Kindness in Any Conversation
(01:17:20) When to Incorporate Levity
(01:23:55) The Science Behind Introverts and Extroverts — Is It Real?
(01:27:17) Your Contribution Score in a Conversation
(01:41:59) Ads
(01:43:56) The Male Crisis: Ask These Questions to Make Friends
(01:52:57) 10 Questions to Be Liked
(01:56:42) How to Persuade People and Be a Better Salesperson
(01:58:47) People Confuse Agreement With Listening
(02:09:21) This Is the Only Conversation That Feels Real
(02:14:58) What Happens When Replacing Myself With AI
(02:19:23) Show Your Real Self at Work: Yes or No?
(02:25:14) How to Teach Your Kids to Speak


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Joe Navarro is a former FBI agent and one of the world’s leading experts in body language and nonverbal communication. In this Moment, Joe reveals the hidden signals behind body language and how to use nonverbal cues, such as posture and eye contact, to your advantage in business, relationships, and beyond.



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Ready to make habits that stick in 2026? Atomic Habits author JAMES CLEAR reveals the science behind building lasting habits, breaking bad ones, and how 1% improvements transform your entire life!


James Clear is a #1 international bestselling author and habit formation expert, best known for his book "Atomic Habits", which sold over 25 million copies worldwide. He writes the '3-2-1 Newsletter' (read by millions weekly) and recently published 'The Atomic Habits Workbook'.


He explains: 

◼️The 2-minute trick that makes "impossible" habits feel effortless

◼️The ONE habit that controls the next 10 years of your life

◼️The 1% curve that explains why you quit right before the breakthrough

◼️How every action is a "vote" for your identity, not just progress toward a goal

◼️Why winners and losers share the same goals (and the ONE thing that separates them)



00:00 Intro
03:00 What Atomic Habits Taught Us About Human Behavior
05:14 A Great Way to Stick to Your Habits
07:50 Create the Conditions to Succeed
11:44 The 2-Minute Rule: The Most Important Habit-Building Tip
16:01 Small Steps That Lead to Big Progress
18:18 Don't Waste Time: Hats, Haircuts, and Tattoos Framework
20:59 The Most Impactful Story from the Atomic Habits Community
22:29 The Difference Between a System and a Goal
24:49 How to Create Systems to Achieve What You Want
27:17 Winners and Losers Have the Same Goals
28:13 Can Goals Make You Unhappy?
28:54 Do You Need Dissatisfaction to Stay Driven?
31:26 How Detrimental Is Comparison to Others?
32:23 Which Habit Should You Start With?
35:39 The Most Overlooked Things About Habits
37:44 Big Life Changes
38:28 The 4 Burners Theory: You Can't Do Everything
41:13 Sequencing Your Life: When to Do What
42:00 Does It Really Take 66 Days to Form a Habit?
43:58 Why Habits Get Easier Over Time
46:58 How Habits Reinforce Your Desired Identity
49:04 The Importance of Identity in Habit Formation
50:26 What Is Cognitive Dissonance?
51:15 How Social Bonds Shape Our Self-Perception
53:12 Why Your Environment Matters
56:07 Cutting People Off from Your Life
56:48 Creating a New Context for New Behaviors
1:01:33 Advice for People Who Feel Stuck in Life
1:03:31 Why Getting 1% Better Every Day Works
1:08:53 The #1 Factor for Opportunities in Business and Life
1:11:36 How to Be Confident
1:13:23 What to Do If You Think the World Is Against You
1:16:13 Scale Down Habits for Psychological Momentum
1:20:58 Why Habit Trackers and Streaks Matter
1:23:48 The Habit Formation Cycle
1:25:47 The 4 Laws of Behavior Change
1:33:23 How to Break a Habit
1:36:25 What If a Bad Habit Feels Good in the Moment?
1:37:52 Use the Habit Scorecard to Shape Your Habits
1:40:36 What Is Habit Stacking?
1:45:02 How to Manage Your Energy Levels
1:47:37 Ads
1:49:15 How To Be Consistent At Anything
1:56:10 You Need This Mentality Shift



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Serial entrepreneur CHRIS KOERNER reveals how he built 80+ businesses from scratch, turned side hustles into millions, and why ONLY $500 is all you need. 



Chris Koerner is a self-made entrepreneur and content creator, known as the “King Of Side Hustles”. With over 1 million followers, he now teaches people how to build and scale a business and he is host of the ‘The Koerner Office Podcast’.



He explains: 

◼️The brutal truth about passive income (and what to build instead)

◼️How to turn $1,000 into $10,000 fast, with a step-by-step formula

◼️The #1 habit silently keeping you poor without you realising it

◼️How to use AI tools to launch and scale instantly

◼️The simple framework for testing any business idea with $0



[00:00] Who Are You and What Do You Do?  

[02:36] What Businesses Have You Started?  

[05:46] Is This the Best Time to Start a Business?  

[08:52] Copying Businesses  

[13:06] Experimentation and Testing  

[20:24] Your Experience With Buc-ee's  

[23:13] Is Entrepreneurship for Everyone?  

[30:36] Should We Have Plan Bs?  

[36:27] Passive Income  

[39:23] How Important Is Passion?  

[42:08] How to Know If You Should Pursue an Idea  

[47:23] How to Validate Your Ideas  

[49:02] How to Test a Product  

[52:14] How Important Is It to Learn Facebook Ads?  

[57:24] Ads  

[59:04] The Different Types of Entrepreneurs  

[01:00:07] How Important Is Focus?  

[01:02:17] Did You Feel Guilty for Trying to Build Businesses?  

[01:07:17] Rejection and Failure  

[01:10:12] Team Building and Business Partners  

[01:12:43] Equity Split in a Business  

[01:15:25] What Would You Do With $500 for a Business?  

[01:21:10] Drop Servicing  

[01:28:06] Making Money From Vending Machines  

[01:36:29] Ads  

[01:38:32] What Business Would You Do With $1,000?  

[01:41:22] Online Business With $1,000  

[01:43:51] What Would You Do With $5,000?  

[01:49:24] Don’t Ignore This When Starting A Business

[01:50:22] Which Has Been Your Most Profitable Business?  

[01:52:26] Keep Trying and Experimenting  

[01:55:49] Any New Business Ideas You’re Trying?  

[01:56:47] Business That You Should Stay Away From  

[02:00:46] Should You Really Become an Entrepreneur?  

[02:03:55] What’s One Thing Steven Did That You Appreciated?  

[02:08:30] What’s the Most Popular Question You Get?  



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Orion Taraban is a clinical psychologist with a doctorate in psychology, specialising in men's mental health and the dynamics of attraction and relationships. With years of experience in private practice, he provides valuable insights into the psychology behind modern dating and the real factors that drive long-term connection.



In today’s Moment, Orion reveals the truth behind attraction and dating success, from the common mistakes men make on first dates to the real factors that spark long-term connection.





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AI Expert STUART RUSSELL, exposes the trillion-dollar AI race, why governments won’t regulate, how AGI could replace humans by 2030, and why only a nuclear-level AI catastrophe will wake us up



Professor Stuart Russell O.B.E. is a world-renowned AI expert and Computer Science Professor at UC Berkeley. He holds the Smith-Zadeh Chair in Engineering and directs the Center for Human-Compatible AI, and is also the bestselling author of the book “Human Compatible: AI and the Problem of Control". 


He explains: 

◼️What the “gorilla problem” reveals about our future under superintelligent AI

◼️How governments are outfunded by Big Tech

◼️Why current AI systems already lie and self-preserve

◼️The radical solution he’s spent a decade building to make AI safe

◼️The myth of ‘pulling the plug’ and why AI won’t be that easy to stop



[00:00] You've Been Talking About AI for a Long Time  

[02:54] You Wrote the Textbook on AI  

[03:29] It Will Take a Crisis to Wake People Up  

[06:03] CEOs Staying in the AI Race Despite Risks  

[08:04] They Know It's an Extinction-Level Risk  

[10:06] What Is Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)?  

[13:10] Will We Reach General Intelligence Soon?  

[16:26] How Much Is Safety Really Being Implemented  

[17:29] AI Safety Employees Leaving OpenAI  

[18:14] The Gorilla Problem — The Most Intelligent Species Will Always Rule  

[19:34] If There's an Extinction Risk, Why Don't They Stop?  

[21:02] Can't We Just Pull the Plug if AI Gets Too Powerful?  

[22:49] Can We Build AI That Will Act in Our Best Interests?  

[24:09] Are You Troubled by the Rapid Advancement of AI?  

[26:48] Do You Have Regrets About Your Involvement?  

[27:35] No One Actually Understands How This AI Works  

[30:36] AI Will Be Able to Train Itself  

[32:24] The Fast Takeoff Is Coming  

[34:20] Are We Creating Our Successor and Ending the Human Race?  

[38:36] Advice to Young People in This New World  

[40:52] How Do You Think AI Would Make Us Extinct?  

[42:33] The Problem if No One Has to Work  

[45:59] What if We Just Entertain Ourselves All Day  

[48:43] Why Do We Make Robots Look Like Humans?  

[56:44] What Should Young People Be Doing Professionally?  

[59:56] What Is It to Be Human?  

[01:03:34] The Rise of Individualism  

[01:05:34] Ads  

[01:06:39] Universal Basic Income  

[01:08:41] Would You Press a Button to Stop AI Forever?  

[01:15:13] But Won't China Win the AI Race if We Stop?  

[01:18:40] Trump's Approach to AI  

[01:19:06] What's Causing the Loss in Middle-Class Jobs  

[01:21:02] What Will Happen if the UK Doesn't Participate in the AI Race?  

[01:23:31] Amazon Replacing Their Workers  

[01:29:00] Ads  

[01:30:54] Experts Agree on Extinction Risk  

[01:38:01] What if Aliens Were Watching Us Right Now  

[01:39:35] Can We Make AI Systems That We Can Control?  

[01:43:14] Are We Creating a God?  

[01:47:32] Could There Have Been Advanced Civilisations Before Us?  

[01:48:50] What Can We Do to Help?  

[01:50:43] You Wrote the Book on AI — Does It Weigh on You?  

[01:58:48] What Do You Value Most in Life? 




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Ex-Secret Service interrogator DESMOND O’NEILL reveals the 4-step formula for difficult conversations, how to decode narcissism, the secret to communication and real connection - AND debunks the biggest myths about interrogation!


Desmond O’Neill is a former special agent for the US Secret Service with over 30 years of experience in negotiation and interrogation. He has worked for the High-Value Detainee Interrogation Group (HIG) training and conducting research on interrogation, and is a co-instructor for the online platform ‘Beyond Bulletproof’, covering influence, communication, and confidence.


He explains:

◼️Why you should never label someone a narcissist

◼️The No.1 habit silently ruining your communication

◼️Why “me me me” syndrome is sabotaging your relationships

◼️How gaslighting really works, and how to shut it down fast

◼️Why your brain lies to you when emotions take over



00:00 Intro
04:48 What Are Your Experiences?
06:23 Experience With Violent Interrogation
08:34 How Do I Have a Difficult Conversation?
09:58 How to Spot When Someone Is Gaslighting You
11:19 PLAN Framework
14:58 The Hardest Conversations You've Had to Navigate
19:40 If They Do This, They're Lying
21:52 Be a Better Listener
24:08 Controlling Comes From Listening, Not Talking
24:33 Asking Questions
28:38 Obvious Body Language to Look Out For
31:28 Finding Resolution With People
33:38 What if They Start Insulting You
35:31 How to Keep Your Emotions in Check
37:07 How to Stay in Control
40:11 Me Me Me Syndrome
43:06 Ads
44:08 How to Get Someone to Open Up
46:30 The Difference Between Manipulation and Influence
48:49 Influencing People
51:27 How to Build Trust
55:03 How Do You Get Trust Back?
55:27 How to Be a Great Leader
56:36 Making Decisions
1:01:02 Own Your Decisions
1:05:29 Ads
1:07:39 Building Rapport
1:11:47 Main Takeaways
1:13:33 Don't Tell People You Understand
1:17:14 What Decision Do You Most Regret?



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Dr Joseph Allen is an American optometrist, clinical educator, and creator of one of the most-watched eye-health channels online.

In this Most Replayed Moment, Dr Allen reveals the truth about why we get under-eye bags, dark circles, and puffiness, and some top lifestyle tips for optimal eye health. Could your diet be playing a role, and what are the best foods to eat? Is it safe to gaze at the sun? How detrimental is blue light from your screens?



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Ex-Google Insider and AI Expert TRISTAN HARRIS reveals how ChatGPT, China, and Elon Musk are racing to build uncontrollable AI, and warns it will blackmail humans, hack democracy, and threaten jobs…by 2027
Tristan Harris is a former Google design ethicist and leading voice from Netflix’s The Social Dilemma. He is also co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, where he advises policymakers, tech leaders, and the public on the risks of AI, algorithmic manipulation, and the global race toward AGI.


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He explains:
◼️How AI could trigger a global collapse by 2027 if left unchecked
◼️How AI will take 99% of jobs and collapse key industries by 2030
◼️Why top tech CEOs are quietly meeting to prepare for AI-triggered chaos
◼️How algorithms are hijacking human attention, behavior, and free will
◼️The real reason governments are afraid to regulate OpenAI and Google


[00:00] Intro
[02:34] I Predicted the Big Change Before Social Media Took Our Attention
[08:01] How Social Media Created the Most Anxious and Depressed Generation
[13:22] Why AGI Will Displace Everyone
[16:04] Are We Close to Getting AGI?
[17:25] The Incentives Driving Us Toward a Future We Don't Want
[20:11] The People Controlling AI Companies Are Dangerous
[23:31] How AI Workers Make AI More Efficient
[24:37] The Motivations Behind the AI Moguls
[29:34] Elon Warned Us for a Decade — Now He's Part of the Race
[34:52] Are You Optimistic About Our Future?
[38:11] Sam Altman's Incentives
[38:59] AI Will Do Anything for Its Own Survival
[46:31] How China Is Approaching AI
[48:29] Humanoid Robots Are Being Built Right Now
[52:19] What Happens When You Use or Don't Use AI
[55:47] We Need a Transition Plan or People Will Starve
[01:01:23] Ads
[01:02:24] Who Will Pay Us When All Jobs Are Automated?
[01:05:48] Will Universal Basic Income Work?
[01:09:36] Why You Should Only Vote for Politicians Who Care About AI
[01:11:31] What Is the Alternative Path?
[01:15:25] Becoming an Advocate to Prevent AI Dangers
[01:17:48] Building AI With Humanity's Interests at Heart
[01:20:19] Your ChatGPT Is Customised to You
[01:21:35] People Using AI as Romantic Companions
[01:23:19] AI and the Death of a Teenager
[01:25:55] Is AI Psychosis Real?
[01:32:01] Why Employees Developing AI Are Leaving Companies
[01:35:21] Ads
[01:43:43] What We Can Do at Home to Help With These Issues
[01:52:35] AI CEOs and Politicians Are Coming
[01:56:34] What the Future of Humanoid Robots Will Look Like


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No.1 Keto Doctor DR. ANNETTE BOSWORTH reveals how to reverse insulin resistance, cut belly fat, avoid early dementia, why eating late spikes glucose, and the sardine-only reset for ketosis.


Dr Annette Bosworth, commonly known as Dr Boz, is an internal medicine doctor with over 2 decades of experience, who helps reverse medical problems through healthy Keto living. She educates the audience on her YouTube platform ‘Dr Boz’ and is the bestselling author of several books, including, ‘KetoCONTINUUM: Consistently Keto Diet for Life’.  


She explains:

◼️How keto done wrong can actually damage your brain

◼️The fastest way to generate ketones and reduce inflammation

◼️Why breakfast is the most dangerous meal for insulin resistance

◼️The simple test that tells you if your brain is running on fat or sugar

◼️The science behind the “Dr. Boz Ratio” and how it predicts healing



(00:00) Intro
(02:16) What Made You Who You Are Today?
(03:23) Medicine 2.0 (Fixing) vs Medicine 3.0 (Preventing)
(04:17) Predicting Chronic Illness 10 Years Before You Get It
(08:29) Best Time to Eat
(13:05) The Biggest Issue With Insulin Resistance
(14:27) Scary Signs You Have Excess Insulin
(18:35) Check for Skin Tags and Hairless Toes
(20:42) My Patients Reversed Grey Hair on Keto
(21:40) How to Measure Your Ketone Levels
(23:15) Benefits of Being in Ketosis
(25:19) Brain Differences on a Keto Diet vs Not
(27:38) How Long Did It Take Annette to Achieve Ketosis?
(31:14) Weightlifting on Keto
(32:38) Improvements in Strength and Power
(34:16) Can Keto Help Neurodegenerative Diseases?
(38:39) Testing Steve's Ketones and Blood Sugar
(41:06) Testing Dr. Boz's Ketones
(42:37) How Cortisol Affects Metabolism
(43:41) Jack's Ketone Levels
(45:13) Do I Need to Fully Cut Carbs?
(46:27) My Mum's Cancer Journey
(47:32) 12 Steps to Get Into a Consistent Ketogenic State
(51:33) The Difference Between Men and Women on Keto
(54:49) The Sardines Challenge to Start Keto
(57:31) What Macros Do I Need to Get Into Ketosis?
(58:07) Grocery List for a Keto Diet
(59:15) What About Net Carbs?
(59:36) Woman Who Ate Only Sardines for 30 Days
(1:02:58) Will High Fat Affect the Gut Microbiome?
(1:06:56) Will My Microbiome Be Diverse Enough on Keto?
(1:07:36) The Role of Vitamin D
(1:08:33) Lowering Insulin for Higher Vitamin D
(1:09:49) Ads
(1:10:43) Magnesium
(1:11:43) Omega-3
(1:11:54) Taking Exogenous Ketones
(1:12:24) Exogenous Ketones vs Ketones Produced in the Body
(1:14:32) Putting My Mum on Keto When She Was Dying of Cancer
(1:20:41) Will This Reverse Cancer?
(1:22:55) Methylene Blue
(1:24:47) Do You Take Creatine?
(1:27:01) GLP-1 Natural Alternatives
(1:28:55) How to Stop Cravings
(1:31:45) How to Keep People Motivated With Their Health Journey
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(1:46:54) What Helps You Find Inner Peace in Stressful Moments



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Lisa Feldman Barrett is a Canadian-American neuroscientist renowned for her pioneering work on how the brain constructs emotion through prediction. In this Moments episode, she explains how the brain doesn’t simply react to the world but continually anticipates it, drawing on past experience to shape what we feel, perceive and fear. She reveals why anxiety is often a replay of old predictions - and how to rewire meaning and ease the learned patterns that keep us stuck.



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No.1 Comedy Icon KEVIN HART reveals how he built a billion-dollar career on $25, slept in a hallway, overcame failure, and turned standup stress into global Hollywood success.

Kevin Hart is a world-renowned comedian, actor, producer, and Founder of Hartbeat, a global, multi-platform entertainment company. He is the author of bestselling books such as, ‘It Will All Work Out: The Freedom of Letting Go’, and features in the upcoming Netflix comedy special, KEVIN HART: ACTING MY AGE. 




He explains:

◼️What 13 years of rejection taught him about leadership and success

◼️How masculinity and discipline helped him overcome stress and self-doubt

◼️Why most people never make it in Hollywood, and how he did

◼️The moment he realized comedy wasn’t a dream, but was a business

◼️How growing up around crime shaped his ambition




(00:00) Intro
(03:01) What Made You Who You Are Today
(03:42) There's No Success Without Failure
(04:18) What Were You Like as a Kid
(06:59) I Didn't Grow Up With My Dad at Home
(10:11) The Biggest Lesson I Learned From My Mother
(15:23) I Thought My Future Was in a Shoe Store
(16:48) The Proposition That Changed My Life
(22:54) 13 Years of Struggle and Failure to Reach the Top
(27:18) How I Got Into Business and Business Development
(29:44) The Importance of Not Quitting
(32:08) Advice to Young People
(38:35) The One Moment I Knew Things Would Change Forever
(40:45) It Took 13 Years to Make It
(45:39) The Deep Expertise That Allows You to Succeed
(47:51) Be Comfortable With Coming Across as Stupid
(53:32) Seeing Behind the Curtains
(59:26) How Much of Business Is About People
(01:02:48) The Importance of Communication in Business
(01:05:04) How Do You Know Who to Trust in Business
(01:10:35) What's the Cost of Success?
(01:18:15) Kevin Hart Show: Acting My Age
(01:19:39) The Men's Crisis
(01:21:05) What Does It Take to Be a Good Man?
(01:26:29) The Adult Advice That Had the Biggest Impact
(01:28:06) One More Thing About What's Happening With Men
(01:30:30) Is There a Cost for Your Family?




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Kevin’s Netflix Comedy Special ‘KEVIN HART: ACTING MY AGE’ releases globally on Monday, November 24, 2025. He reflects on the trials and triumphs of his 40s,

managing family dynamics, and embracing the wisdom of aging.



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No.1 Sleep Expert DR. MATTHEW WALKER reveals how to fix insomnia, reset your circadian rhythm, deepen REM sleep, and why magnesium and melatonin may be hurting your sleep.

Dr Matthew Walker is a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and one of the world’s leading experts on sleep science, with over 20 years of research. He is host of The Matt Walker Podcast and bestselling author of ‘Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams’. 



He explains:

◼️The shocking link between poor sleep timing and increased cancer risk

◼️How alcohol and caffeine silently sabotage deep sleep and mental performance

◼️Why screen time and light exposure before bed are secretly rewiring your brain

◼️How “sleep banking” before stress, travel, or work sprints can boost resilience

◼️Why parents, professionals, and athletes all need radically different sleep strategies


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(00:00) Intro
(02:33) Sleep Changes Your DNA
(05:01) The Stigma Around Sleep and Laziness
(08:43) What’s Stopping People From Sleeping?
(10:58) The Shocking Link Between Weekend Sleep-Ins and Heart Disease
(14:48) New Research: Sleep Banking for Low-Sleep Periods
(16:25) Boost Cognitive Performance With This Sleep Hack
(19:14) 3 Things That Will Improve Your Sleep Quality Tonight
(20:42) It’s Not Blue Light That’s Keeping You Awake
(22:01) Melatonin Doesn’t Make You Sleep — Here’s What It Does
(24:28) The Right Amount of Melatonin
(25:55) The 1% With Nocturnal Clocks Who Can’t Sleep Until 3 AM
(27:26) Should You Be Concerned About Melatonin as a Sleep Aid?
(30:33) The Trade-Offs in Sleep Medicine
(35:05) The Key to a Digital Detox
(35:46) The 4 Macros of Good Sleep: QQRT
(37:02) The Minimum Amount of Sleep You Need to Stay Alive
(42:49) How Sleep Regularity Predicts Life Expectancy
(46:50) Try This 7-Day Sleep Enhancer Challenge
(53:24) Is Your Room Dark Enough for Optimal Sleep?
(1:01:03) Why Counting Sheep Doesn’t Work
(1:02:58) A Better Alternative to Counting Sheep
(1:04:36) Does Magnesium Really Help With Sleep?
(1:11:47) Ads
(1:13:33) How REM Sleep Works and How to Maximize It
(1:20:30) Why REM Sleep Is So Important
(1:22:07) Entering a ‘Psychotic’ State During Dreams
(1:25:05) Healing Trauma Through Dreams
(1:31:12) Nightmares as a Warning Sign of Mental Health Issues
(1:36:09) REM Sleep Is Like Group Therapy for Memories
(1:39:31) Ads
(1:41:18) The Dystopian Future: Superhumans Who Sleep Only 6 Hours
(1:45:17) Could Humans Be Engineered to Sleep Less?
(1:50:20) Why Undersleeping Triggers Cravings
(1:54:36) A New Drug That Could Help With Insomnia
(2:03:50) What Did Success Bring You?
(2:07:33) I Didn’t Believe in Finding “The One”
(2:28:39) The Future of AI and Sleep



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Arthur C. Brooks is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author who studies the science of happiness, meaning, and human fulfilment. He advises leaders and high achievers on how to build lives rooted in purpose, satisfaction, and emotional wellbeing.

In today's Moment, Arthur breaks down the four scalable areas of life to work on for lasting happiness. Learn the science behind long-term satisfaction, emotional resilience, and building meaning and purpose in a pleasure-driven world.





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Health Hacker TIM FERRISS reveals how to naturally calm anxiety, lower stress, balance your nervous system, and boost mental health - without medication.

Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, investor, lifestyle guru, and host of The Tim Ferriss Show. He is also the author of 5 #1 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling books, such as: ‘The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich’. 




He explains:

◼️Why stimulating the vagus nerve may hold the key to anxiety relief

◼️How HRV became the #1 biomarker he tracks, and how to improve it fast

◼️His go-to 5-day reset protocol for nervous system healing 

◼️What most people get wrong about managing stress, and how to fix it today

◼️The #1 diet mistake that could be fueling your anxiety




[00:00] Intro  

[02:45] My Mission: Simplify Complex Ideas  

[03:36] Framework for Fast Learning  

[08:00] Choosing the Right Projects  

[10:21] Importance of Small Steps for Big Results

[12:46] Why Humans Need Purpose 

[15:45] Tim’s Sexual Abuse Story

[25:48] How People Deal With Trauma  

[31:58] Practical Steps to Prevent Suicide  

[35:49] Humans Aren’t Programmed to Be Alone  

[39:18] Accelerated TMS for Depression and Anxiety  

[42:45] Metabolic Psychiatry  

[44:08] Psychedelic Treatments for Mental Health  

[45:38] Vagus Nerve Stimulation  

[50:11] Ads  

[53:22] The Future of Health: What’s Coming Next?  

[57:21] What’s Guiding You Today?  

[59:30] Dating Apps and the Paradox of Choice  

[1:02:49] How Would You Spend Your Last Day on Earth?  




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No.1 Business Expert NATALIE DAWSON reveals how to build wealth, scale a 9-figure business, lead with confidence, master productivity, and create long-term success. 

Natalie Dawson is a leadership expert and co-founder of two 9-figure businesses: Cardon Ventures and 10X Health, she has helped over 15,000 entrepreneurs scale their companies. She is also the author of best-selling books such as, ‘Start the Work: How to Duplicate Yourself and Scale Your Business’. 

She explains: 

◼️Why certain traits will guarantee failure in business (and how to fix them)

◼️The exact PPF framework that took her from $30K to $300K

◼️How 1% of people set goals differently, and why it changes everything

◼️The $100K skill stack that schools never teach, but millionaires all master

◼️Why most people think they’re working hard…but aren’t even close



(00:00) Intro  

(02:14) Why People Can't Create Wealth  

(03:56) Helping Businesses Make Millions  

(06:22) What Makes a Business Owner Successful  

(12:35) The 3-Step Framework for Goal Setting  

(15:13) From Anxious to Badass Entrepreneur  

(17:46) Advice for Young People Who Don't Believe in Themselves  

(18:53) Do Looks Really Matter in How You Show Up?  

(20:46) How Important Is Communication?  

(23:57) How the 1% Elite Speak  

(25:28) How to Persuade with Your Ideas  

(29:22) Avoiding These Words Will Improve Your Communication Skills  

(32:40) Mastering Your Calendar  

(35:53) Work-Life Balance  

(37:46) Working Hard 24/7 and Burnout  

(41:27) Do People Really Burn Out?  

(43:43) How to Be a Great Parent and Work Hard  

(47:47) Success vs. Happiness  

(53:18) Individualism Isn't Within Our Nature  

(57:36) How to Get People to Respect You  

(01:03:04) I Fired Someone at My Company for Cheating  

(01:05:40) Ads 

(01:06:39) How to Start a Business Today  

(01:08:54) Is Market Growth Important When Building a Company?  

(01:10:13) The Most Profitable Business in 2026  

(01:12:54) The Vision, Commitment, Execution Framework to Scale a Company  

(01:26:16) The 10-Step Process to Become a Millionaire  

(01:33:14) The Women's Wealth Transfer  

(01:40:49) Ads  

(01:42:57) What's the Reality About Passive Income?  

(01:46:11) What Jobs Won't Be Taken Over by AI?  

(01:50:54) The Only Barrier You Have Is Not Believing in Yourself  

(01:58:22) How I Earned Respect and Communication Skills  




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Dr Victoria Sampson is a leading integrative dentist, researcher, and founder of The Health Society clinic in London. She is internationally recognised for her pioneering work on the oral microbiome and its links to systemic health. In today’s Moment, Dr Sampson reveals the link between oral bacteria and cancers, and how your daily habits - like when you brush your teeth or what you drink - can significantly influence your oral microbiome. She shares practical tips to protect your mouth and the domino effect that can have on your overall health.





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Harvard Neuroscientist DR. JILL BOLTE TAYLOR reveals How to Retrain Your Brain, Heal Trauma, Control Emotions, and Unlock the 4 Characters Running Your Mind


Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained brain scientist who experienced a stroke in the left hemisphere of her brain and spent 8 years recovering. She is best known for her viral TED Talk “My Stroke of Insight” and is the bestselling author of books including Whole Brain Living.


She explains:
◼️What her near-death stroke taught her about consciousness, ego, and identity
◼️How to escape the brain loop keeping you stuck in stress and anxiety
◼️How technology and habits are silently shrinking your brain’s potential
◼️Why overthinking physically damages your brain, and how to reverse it fast
◼️What holding a REAL human brain taught her about life and death


(00:00) Intro
(02:31) Understanding Your Brain Will Improve Your Life
(05:23) Choose What Part of Your Brain to Use
(09:23) A Real Brain with a Spinal Cord
(15:54) The Central Nervous System
(19:04) The Event That Changed Your Brain Forever
(22:04) When I Realised It Was Life or Death
(25:29) The Left Side of My Brain Was Damaged: I Couldn't Speak or Remember Anything
(26:50) The Importance of Having Fun and Being Present
(32:24) Reaching for Help During the Stroke
(37:48) What Did the Scan Show?
(43:53) Ads
(44:56) Where Do These 4 Personalities Happen in the Brain?
(47:59) Where Addiction Lives
(49:39) What Are the 4 Personality Types?
(55:12) The Odds of a Single Human Being Born
(01:05:11) How to Shift Between the 4 Characters
(01:10:20) Ads
(01:12:24) Emotions Only Last for 90 Seconds
(01:21:58) How to Heal Trauma from the Past
(01:25:57) Lifestyle Choices for a Healthy Brain


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No.1 vulnerability expert BRENÉ BROWN exposes how shame, fear, and perfectionism secretly control your life - and reveals proven ways to unlock courage, confidence, trust, connection, and joy.



Brené Brown is a world-renowned research professor who has spent over two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. She is also the author of 6 #1 New York Times bestsellers, including her recently published book, ‘Strong Ground’, and hosts two award-winning podcasts on leadership and human connection.


She explains: 

◼️The marble jar theory that changed how Fortune 100 companies build trust

◼️The 4 skill sets of courage you can train and measure

◼️Why fitting in is the greatest threat to true belonging

◼️How to identify your “armor” when you're afraid and drop it

◼️The gratitude practice that stops catastrophising in real-time



(00:00) Intro
(02:34) What Made Brené Who She Is?
(07:23) Parents Affecting Your View of Love
(10:48) 87 Human Emotions
(11:50) Why Did Brené Struggle With Self-Love and Belonging?
(15:36) How Has the World Changed in the Last Two Decades?
(16:23) Is Power Driven by Fear?
(19:51) Four Types of Power: How to Be Successful as a Leader
(22:54) Systems Theory
(26:48) The Role of AI and Social Media in Shaping Society
(34:39) Wisdom From Psychology and Life Experience
(41:26) What Type of Connection Should People Be Looking For?
(44:34) Belonging vs. Standing Alone
(47:43) Making a Divisive Podcast
(54:07) Pros and Cons of Curiosity
(54:50) Responsibility of a Platform to Assess Guest Credibility
(1:03:34) Ads
(1:04:32) Importance of Vulnerability
(1:09:30) Managing Fear of Vulnerability
(1:18:36) Overcoming Negative Traits
(1:21:06) Improving Self-Esteem
(1:25:43) Four Steps to Courage
(1:27:44) Building Trust With the Marble Jar Theory
(1:32:47) Leaders' Misconceptions of Trust
(1:35:05) Cheating
(1:36:03) Ads
(1:38:11) Relationship Advice
(1:41:42) Losing Your Mother to Dementia
(1:45:27) How Did You Deal With Grief?
(1:48:40) What Are You Optimizing for Right Now?



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