Life is hard. This podcast will help. Lessons from the greatest thinkers on the planet with Chris Williamson. Including guests like David Goggins, Dr Jordan Peterson, Sam Harris, Jocko Willink, Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Julie Smith, Steven Bartlett, Ryan Holiday, James Clear, Robert Greene, Matthew McConaughey, Steven Pinker, Alex Hormozi, Douglas Murray, Chris Bumstead, Mark Manson and more.
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#904 - Rory Sutherland - The Secret Weapons Of Marketing Psychology
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2:09:08Rory Sutherland is one of the world’s leading consumer behaviour experts, the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy Advertising and an author. Every moment of the day, you're being marketed to. From the instant you check your phone in the morning to the subtle strategies behind political campaigns. So how can you decode the world around you and master the art of…
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#903 - Rick Hanson - The Science Of Rewiring Your Brain To Be Less Miserable
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1:27:51Dr. Rick Hanson is a psychologist, author, and speaker. Our brains are more adaptable than we realise. With a bit of understanding, patience, and the right techniques, you can rewire your brain for greater happiness and well-being. So what are the best ways to make this happen? Expect to learn what positive and negative mental states are from a neu…
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#902 - Dr Tracy Vaillancourt - The Science Of Childhood Bullying & Adult Mental Health
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1:45:56Dr Tracy Vaillancourt is a professor at the University of Ottawa, a researcher and an author with a focus on the link between violence and mental health. A common feature of every generation’s schooling experience is the presence of bullying. Top psychologists over the years have wrestled with the issue and developed intervention after intervention…
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#901 - Tom Segura - Why Does The Modern World Make No Sense?
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2:12:54Tom Segura is a comedian, podcaster, and actor. These days, making sense of the world is harder than ever. From billionaires reshaping governments to debates over whether modern car chassis can support the average obese person. There’s no shortage of absurdities. Luckily, Tom has plenty to say about them. Expect to learn why Gen Z is more likely to…
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#900 - 11 Lessons From 900 Episodes - Alex Hormozi, Mark Manson & Winston Churchill
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1:03:53To celebrate 900 episodes of Modern Wisdom, I broke down some of my favourite lessons, insights and quotes from the last hundred episodes. Expect to learn what unteachable lessons are, why we decide to learn lessons the hard way over and over again, why money won’t make you happy and fame won’t fix your self worth, why you might regret working too …
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#899 - Sahil Bloom - The Harsh Truth About Money & Happiness
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1:35:14Sahil Bloom is an investor, writer, and author. Focusing relentlessly on your goals can change your life. And if you work hard enough, one day your friends might call you ‘lucky’. But the truth is, luck is often just a byproduct of relentless effort. So, how do you create more opportunities for yourself and increase your chances of luck? Expect to …
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#898 - Alain de Botton - How To Fix Your Negative Patterns
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1:52:36Alain de Botton is a philosopher, author, and founder of The School of Life Healing yourself is one of the most transformative journeys you can undertake. From nurturing your inner voice to improving relationships, how can we embrace healing to not only grow personally but also show up better for those around us? Expect to learn where bad inner voi…
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#897 - Steve Magness - How Nervous People Can Perform Under Pressure
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1:10:56Steve Magness is a performance coach, author, and sports scientist. Performing under pressure isn’t easy. Whether it’s a big test, a game, or a presentation, nerves often get in the way. So how do you stay calm and do your best? How can you turn pressure into an advantage? Expect to learn how pressure impacts performance, how to deal better with st…
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#896 - 3.25M Q&A - Marriage Plans, Beautiful Women & Chris Bumstead
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1:44:18I hit 3.25 million Subscribers on YouTube!! To celebrate, I asked for questions from YouTube, Twitter and Instagram, so here’s another 90ish minutes of me trying to answer as many as possible. Expect to learn my thoughts on the Fin vs The Internet episode, what my favorite band I’m listening to at the moment is, what my plans for marriage will look…
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#895 - Piers Morgan - Trump, Elon Musk & The Future Of The West
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1:06:33Piers Morgan is a journalist, host, and author. With all eyes on America, many promises have been made for change. But how confident can we be that this new America will deliver on those promises? And what are the consequences if meaningful change fails to materialise? Expect to learn Piers’ thoughts on Biden pardoning his son, why Elon says cancel…
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#894 - Dan Koe - How To Design Your Life For Peak Creativity
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1:03:12Dan Koe is a writer, entrepreneur, and creator. Finding your creative spark is one of life’s greatest journeys. So, what are the tips and tricks to help you design a life that maximises your full creative and productive potential? Expect to learn if there is a delusion of hard work and why more hard work doesn’t make you rich, what the tension betw…
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#893 - Jillian Turecki - 9 Harsh Truths About How Relationships Work
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1:34:04Jillian Turecki is a relationship coach, teacher, writer and author. How do you create a thriving and loving relationship that truly lasts? While many may stumble into one by chance, building a deep and meaningful connection often requires more than luck. So what role does the inner work play in not just finding love, but building a relationship th…
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#892 - Kyle Forgeard - The Rise Of NELK, Donald Trump & Global Chaos
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1:43:18Kyle Forgeard is a content creator, entrepreneur, and co-founder of NELK. From Canada to global fame, the NELK Boys have become a household name. From pranks and viral videos to building an empire, Kyle and his crew have captured the attention of millions. But how did they rise to such heights, and what was the journey like along the way? Expect to…
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#891 - John Vervaeke - The Psychology Of Finding Meaning In Life
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1:27:05John Vervaeke is a cognitive scientist, professor, and YouTube educator. Humans are meaning making machines. Even when we believe our lives lack meaning, we instinctively follow something; an idea, a goal, or a routine. So, how can we intentionally create more meaning in our lives, and what’s the best way to discover it when it feels absent? Expect…
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#890 - Connor Beaton - A Man’s Guide To Feeling Your Feelings
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1:28:17Connor Beaton is a men’s life coach, founder of ManTalks and an author focusing on men’s wellness and personal growth. Emotions can be challenging. Some bring joy and comfort, while others we’d rather avoid entirely. But what if learning to embrace all emotions—even the uncomfortable ones—could lead to greater growth and understanding? Expect to le…
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#889 - Tony Robbins - How To Build An Extraordinary Life
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1:28:20Tony Robbins is a life and business coach, entrepreneur and #1 New York Times Bestselling author. What does it truly mean to live a good life? Many fall into the trap of believing that nothing we have—or ever will have—can fill the voids we feel inside. If material possessions and physical desires aren’t the answer, then what are the keys to a happ…
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#888 - David Sutcliffe - How To Stop Betraying Yourself & Be More Authentic
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1:26:18David Sutcliffe is a former actor and life coach. Balancing self-compassion with self-discipline can be challenging. On one hand, kindness towards yourself fosters growth and resilience, but on the other, pushing yourself can maintain drive and ambition. How can we navigate this balance to treat ourselves better while staying motivated? Expect to l…
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#887 - Dr Rangan Chatterjee - The Key Strategies Of Behaviour Change
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1:39:13Rangan Chatterjee is a physician, author, and podcaster. Breaking old habits can be just as challenging as building new ones. As we step into a new year, what does the latest science say are the best strategies for forming positive habits and letting go of the old ones? Expect to learn what the problem with reliance is and why having minimal relian…
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#886 - Konstantin Kisin - A Plan To Save The Western World
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2:09:09Konstantin Kisin is a podcaster, a speaker and an author. With Trump's historic victory in the books, the implications of his policies and promises could send shockwaves worldwide. So what does this mean for the future of the West and Trump's impact on the global stage? Expect to learn whether Konstantin is actually right wing or not, if the Trump …
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#885 - Adam Grant - How To Overcome Your Fear Of Failure & Unlock Your Potential
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1:16:27Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist, professor at the Wharton School and an author. Success is multi-layered. It involves challenges like overcoming nervousness, developing an appetite for risk-taking, and dealing with failures both privately and publicly—the list goes on. So how can we better navigate these hurdles to unlock our full pote…
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#884 - Nick Pollard - How To Stop Being Such A People Pleaser
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2:06:17Nick Pollard, “The People Displeaser,” is a coach and a speaker. Why do we feel so compelled to put others ahead of ourselves? Surely at the very minimum we should be able to prioritise ourselves. Yet it's hard. So, how can you break free from people pleasing tendencies and actually start advocating for your own needs with confidence? Expect to lea…
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#883 - Dr Matthew Walker - The Science Of Perfect Sleep
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2:43:01Dr. Matthew Walker is a neuroscientist, professor at UC Berkley, and author. Many of the mental and physical challenges you might be facing could have a surprisingly simple solution: more sleep. But why is sleep so essential? What happens when we sleep, and how can we optimize our sleep to maximize its benefits? Expect to learn what defines good sl…
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#882 - The Best Moments Of Modern Wisdom (2024)
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2:06:212024 is nearly over, so I decided to put together a compilation of some of my favourite moments from the show over the last year. It was going to be a top 10, but I couldn't choose, so it's 11. Expect to learn Andrew Huberman's best advice on how to become a morning person, why Oliver Burkeman thinks you should stop trying to control your life, the…
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#881 - Christmas Special - Life Hacks, Biggest Lessons & Best Resolutions
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1:43:01I'm back on my old couch in Newcastle with Jonny, Yusef & George to catch up on what they've learned, their best hacks and new year's resolutions for 2025. Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://chriswillx.com/deals Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: https://chriswillx.com/b…
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#880 - Greg McKeown - How To Focus On What Matters Most
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1:18:31Greg McKeown is an author, public speaker, and leadership consultant Success requires you to focus on what truly matters. But in the modern world there are more distractions than ever before. So how should you best choose what to prioritise, and what are the pitfalls to avoid? Expect to learn how Essentialism has evolved over the past decade, why s…
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