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Most Replayed Moment: The Truth Behind "Healthy" Food Labels - Dr. Chris Van Tulleken
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In this Moments episode, Dr. Chris Van Tulleken (the Junk Food Doctor) delves into the complexities of foods labelled as "healthy." He explores how certain food products, from diet sodas to breakfast cereals, might not be as beneficial as they're marketed to be, suggesting that the food industry's labelling tactics could influence consumer choices. Tune in to gain insight into how you can be more mindful of your food choices, starting today.
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Published Friday
World Expert on Fatherhood & Love: The Truth About Monogamy, Breakups & The Science of Love! Dr. Anna Machin
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World Renowned Fatherhood Expert Dr Anna Machin reveals the #1 lie about monogamy, how cheating hijacks human brains, and the evolutionary truth behind love, trust, and fatherhood!
Dr Anna Machin is an evolutionary anthropologist and relationship scientist known for her groundbreaking research on human connection, love, fatherhood, and attachment. She is also the author of books such as, 'Why We Love: The New Science Behind Our Closest Relationships'.
She explains:
How cheating activates your brain’s reward system like an addiction.
Why modern men are in emotional crisis and how society is breaking them.
The hormonal reason you fall for the wrong person again and again.
How your DNA, oxytocin, and dopamine shape who you love and trust.
00:00 Intro
02:31 Why Love Is the Core of Being Human
07:29 The Forgotten Role of Fathers
09:26 Individualism and the Current State of Love
15:00 Women Find Their Right Partner by Smelling Them
20:37 Testosterone Is Linked to Success in Men
22:07 How to Increase Your Attractiveness (Backed by Science)
26:39 Never Say This on a Date
27:52 Are “Icks” Red Flags We Should Listen To?
30:14 We’ve Got Too Many Dating Options
34:01 Monogamy and Polyamory
40:23 Why People in Polyamorous Relationships Hide It
42:05 Are We All Pretending to Be Monogamous?
43:25 Why the First 1000 Days Are Critical for a Baby
49:10 Rough and Tumble: The Parenting Technique Everyone Should Teach
52:06 How Your Brain and Body Change When Becoming a Dad
54:41 Why Some Dads Don’t Instantly Bond With Their Kids
58:38 Mental Health Issues From Lacking a Father Figure Early On
1:02:16 Implications of an Absent Mother
1:11:24 Biological Fathers vs. Father Figures
1:12:57 Father Figures in Lesbian Couples
1:15:04 Are Parents Needed in the First Two Years?
1:21:27 The Optimal Scenario to Raise a Child
1:26:19 How Dads Can Bond With Their Newborns
1:30:02 Love Drugs
1:38:51 Understanding Attachment Styles
1:43:14 Is Modern Society Pushing Us Toward a Specific Attachment Style?
1:44:36 Doomscrolling on Dating Apps? This Is Your Attachment Style
1:47:43 How to Change Your Attachment Style
1:51:41 How ADHD May Impact Your Love Life
1:57:48 Do People With ADHD Cheat More Often?
2:01:59 How to Contain Your Impulses
2:03:18 Sex Life and Neurodivergence
2:04:04 Relationships as the Biggest Factor in Health and Longevity
2:10:20 What Happens to the Brain When It's in Love
2:14:23 When Did You Feel Like You’d Made It?
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Published Thursday
Kevin O'Leary: This Daily Habit Is Keeping You Poor. Here's What You Should Do Every Time You Get Paid!
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Is this 1 money habit secretly keeping you poor? Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary reveals the brutal truth about wealth, business, and getting rich, and what you must change to build real financial freedom.
Kevin O’Leary is a Canadian entrepreneur and investor, also known as ‘Mr Wonderful’ on Shark Tank. He is the Founder of O’Leary Financial Group, Chairman of O’Shares Investments, and bestselling author of books such as, ‘Cold Hard Truth: On Family, Kids and Money’.
He explains:
How to 10X your income without working harder.
The biggest lie about investing and what actually works.
The harsh truth about becoming rich.
The 28-rule habit that is keeping you poor.
The wealth rule that took Kevin from $100 to $100,000.
00:00 Intro
02:27 The Ice Cream Store That Changed My Life
04:56 Can Anyone Be an Entrepreneur?
07:09 What I Learned from Working with Steve Jobs
09:23 The Secret Recipe for Success from Elon Musk and Steve Jobs
13:21 The Importance of Having Balance in Your Life and Work
17:08 8 Out of 10 Businesses Will Fail
20:05 The Importance of Listening in Business
22:12 What Are the Attributes of Successful Entrepreneurs?
27:38 How to Grow a Business Aura
29:43 Hiring Women into Executive Roles
33:05 Successful Entrepreneurs from Shark Tank
35:56 No One Outcome Defines What You Are
37:32 Steve Jobs Changed My Life
41:58 The Second Most Important Step to Success
43:36 The Different Types of Leadership
46:47 How to Find Great People for Your Business
47:49 People with Balanced Lives and Diverse Interests Tend to Be More Successful
49:14 Your Personal Relationship with Money
51:53 The Power of Investing Long Term
55:52 Don’t Outspend What You Earn
56:50 Small Financial Mistakes People Make
59:34 Why Do You Wear Two Watches?
59:59 Invest in Dividend Stocks
01:01:42 Are You Bullish on Crypto?
01:04:17 Why You Shouldn’t Buy a House
01:09:21 How Much Your Relationship Impacts Your Finances
01:13:52 The Shocking Link Between Money and Divorce
01:16:40 The 5 Love Languages of Money
01:19:56 The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Your Finances
01:26:56 AI, Welfare and Wars
01:27:48 Is Apple Dying?
01:33:52 Was Steve Jobs Happy?
01:38:23 Are You Happy?
01:45:04 Turning Down Offers That Aren’t Authentic to You
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Published Monday
Most Replayed Moment: Wim Hof's Simple Breathing Technique For Focus, Tranquility and Resilience
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In today's Moments episode, Wim Hof reveals the breathwork exercise that helped him reprogram his mind, boost immunity, and help others around the world to do the same. He breaks down the science behind the breath, coaches us through a short practice, and explains how you can access deeper healing - starting today.
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Published 06/27
Tom Aspinall: The UFC Doesn't Want You To Know This! Jon Jones Wasn't Living Like An Athlete!
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BREAKING: Dana White announces Jon Jones retirement…but UFC Heavyweight star Tom Aspinall still wants a title fight. He reveals the truth about Jon Jones’ retirement, and breaks down the champion mindset, fear, and mental toughness required for UFC title fights.
Tom Aspinall is the undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion, a top-ranked professional mixed martial artist, and the first British heavyweight in history to claim a UFC title. He was set to face UFC legend Jon Jones until Jones announced his retirement in June 2025, automatically elevating Aspinall from interim to undisputed champion.
Tom explains:
The mental trick he uses to control fear before stepping into the cage.
Why so many young men feel lost, and how MMA gave him purpose.
The harsh reality of life as a UFC fighter behind the scenes.
How embracing pain, pressure, and adversity made him a champion.
00:00 Intro
02:37 Did You See This Coming?
03:16 What Was Your Reaction When You Found Out Jon Jones Was Retiring?
04:08 Did You Want to Fight Jon?
05:06 Was Jon's Decision a Strategic Dodge?
06:08 Do You Take It as a Compliment?
07:14 Would You Fight Jon If He Came Back?
08:36 What's Changed Overnight?
10:28 Who's the Contender Now?
11:33 When Will You Fight Next?
13:47 What Was Your Family's Reaction?
15:14 If Jon Is Watching, What Would You Say?
17:33 The Dream to Become a Heavyweight Champion
18:17 Where Does Tom Aspinall Come From?
19:37 Where Did Your Inspiration Come From?
21:53 What Kept You Going?
24:38 Why Did Your Mum Never Come to an MMA Fight?
26:32 What Advice Would You Give to Young People?
29:41 I'm Scared to Fight Anybody
31:55 I've Always Been Fearful to Fight
32:56 Overcoming the Fear
35:29 Working on Your Mental Strength
37:49 Tom's Process of Writing Things Down
41:22 Very Few Make Money Fighting
44:14 Tom Aspinall's Career Progression and Fighting Style
48:33 When Do You Start Making Good Money?
49:59 Sergei Pavlovich Fight
51:09 It Takes Years to Become an Overnight Success
52:34 Having Kids at 23 and Not Being Able to Support Them
57:11 Your Rock Bottom Moment
58:37 Tom's Family
01:01:58 Ads
1:02:57 My Knee Problems Helped My Career Massively
1:06:22 Surrounded by Toxic People
1:09:45 How Did You Feel After the Injury?
1:11:58 Did It Knock Your Confidence?
1:13:32 Jon Jones
1:17:40 There's No Contract Signed
1:23:58 Tom's Fighting Secrets
1:26:16 The Health Routine to Get Into Elite Shape
01:30:08:17 Ads
1:31:12 Why Do You Do Hypnotherapy?
1:34:36 Your Journey With Anxiety
1:37:30 Your Son's Health
1:38:18 Having an Autistic Child
1:47:27 The Importance of an Autism Diagnosis
1:52:47 The UFC Heavyweight Champion Belt
1:53:43 How Did You Feel Winning the Heavyweight Championship?
1:55:28 Retiring Early to Avoid Cognitive Issues
2:00:54 Why Are You Special?
2:03:59 How I Prepare Mentally on Fight Day
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Published 06/26
CEO Diaries: Bozoma Saint John on Growing Through Grief & Leading with Purpose
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Bozoma Saint John’s story isn’t just about leading the world’s biggest brands - it’s about surviving unimaginable loss, breaking every “career rule,” and redefining what success really means. In today's episode of CEO Diaries, the former Netflix and Apple CMO reveals why she quit chasing work-life balance, why being selfish saved her, and how personal tragedy shaped her path to the top.
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Published 06/25
Most Replayed Moment: Instantly Calm Your Anxiety - Dr. Martha Beck
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Dr. Martha Beck explains how the right hemisphere of the brain, through creative thinking, can be a sanctuary for those struggling with anxiety. While today's fast-paced world often frames creative expression as unproductive, learning to embrace it is crucial for improving mental well-being. In this top moment, discover how creative tools can offer emotional relief, helping you feel more calm, grounded, and connected to your true self.
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Published 06/20
CEO Diaries: The Lessons I Wish I Knew at the Start of My Career…
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In this episode of CEO Diaries, LinkedIn's Jessica Jensen shares essential B2B marketing strategies every entrepreneur needs. From leveraging AI to mastering LinkedIn for customer acquisition, Jessica reveals how to scale your business and build a winning marketing plan. Don't miss these insights on transforming your B2B approach.
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Published 06/18
Godfather of AI: I Tried to Warn Them, But We’ve Already Lost Control! Geoffrey Hinton
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He pioneered AI, now he’s warning the world. Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton breaks his silence on the deadly dangers of AI no one is prepared for.
Geoffrey Hinton is a leading computer scientist and cognitive psychologist, widely recognised as the ‘Godfather of AI’ for his pioneering work on neural networks and deep learning. He received the 2018 Turing Award, often called the Nobel Prize of computing. In 2023, he left Google to warn people about the rising dangers of AI.
He explains:
Why there’s a real 20% chance AI could lead to HUMAN EXTINCTION.
How speaking out about AI got him SILENCED.
The deep REGRET he feels for helping create AI.
The 6 DEADLY THREATS AI poses to humanity right now.
AI’s potential to advance healthcare, boost productivity, and transform education.
00:00 Intro
02:28 Why Do They Call You the Godfather of AI?
04:37 Warning About the Dangers of AI
07:23 Concerns We Should Have About AI
10:50 European AI Regulations
12:29 Cyber Attack Risk
14:42 How to Protect Yourself From Cyber Attacks
16:29 Using AI to Create Viruses
17:43 AI and Corrupt Elections
19:20 How AI Creates Echo Chambers
23:05 Regulating New Technologies
24:48 Are Regulations Holding Us Back From Competing With China?
26:14 The Threat of Lethal Autonomous Weapons
28:50 Can These AI Threats Combine?
30:32 Restricting AI From Taking Over
32:18 Reflecting on Your Life’s Work Amid AI Risks
34:02 Student Leaving OpenAI Over Safety Concerns
38:06 Are You Hopeful About the Future of AI?
40:08 The Threat of AI-Induced Joblessness
43:04 If Muscles and Intelligence Are Replaced, What’s Left?
44:55 Ads
46:59 Difference Between Current AI and Superintelligence
52:54 Coming to Terms With AI’s Capabilities
54:46 How AI May Widen the Wealth Inequality Gap
56:35 Why Is AI Superior to Humans?
59:18 AI’s Potential to Know More Than Humans
1:01:06 Can AI Replicate Human Uniqueness?
1:04:14 Will Machines Have Feelings?
1:11:29 Working at Google
1:15:12 Why Did You Leave Google?
1:16:37 Ads
1:18:32 What Should People Be Doing About AI?
1:19:53 Impressive Family Background
1:21:30 Advice You’d Give Looking Back
1:22:44 Final Message on AI Safety
1:26:05 What’s the Biggest Threat to Human Happiness?
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Published 06/16
Most Replayed Moment: Would You Still Love Them If You Came Off The Pill...? Your Hormones Are Controlling You!
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Dr. Sarah Hill - psychologist and leading researcher on women's hormones - reveals the ways hormonal birth control can shape attraction, emotion, and long-term relationships. She explains how women’s natural cycles influence who they’re drawn to, how birth control can blunt or shift those instincts, and why this matters for both women and the men they're with. If you've ever wondered why your feelings change - or if the pill could be influencing your type - this conversation is for you.
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Published 06/13
The Sex Expert (Esther Perel): The Relationship Crisis No One Talks About That's Killing Your Sex Life!
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Swipe left, feel empty, and wonder why? Esther Perel reveals the hidden truths behind the dating crisis, loneliness, and the shocking decline in sex and intimacy.
Esther Perel is a world-renowned psychotherapist and relationship expert, widely recognised as one of today’s most insightful and original voices on modern relationships. She is the bestselling author of books such as, ‘The State of Affairs’.
She explains:
Why MEN Over 30 Aren’t Having Sex Anymore.
The SEX GAME that could Save Your Relationship.
How CHILDHOOD TRAUMA is Secretly Sabotaging Your Marriage.
Why Investing in AUTHENTIC CONNECTION is the key to a Fulfilling Life.
The ONE RED FLAG that Predicts Divorce.
00:00 Intro
02:29 Esther’s Main Concern About Human Connection
03:22 What’s the Consequence of Losing Social Skills?
04:19 Is Online Dating the Only Choice Nowadays?
07:13 The Value of Rejection
07:52 Rejection from the Apps
08:48 What to Do If Dating Apps Don’t Work for You
11:26 Is Too Much Choice Making Dating Harder?
13:01 How to Cope with Online Dating Burnout
14:30 The Changing Role of Masculinity and Its Impact on Society
15:57 Loneliness Today
17:17 Why Do People Have Less Sex Nowadays?
20:17 Importance of Deep Connection in Relationships
21:51 How Phone Use Affects Connection and Sexual Attraction
28:07 Questions from Steven’s Friends
28:53 Is It Always a Good Idea to Admit to Infidelity?
31:17 Attraction with a Partner
33:36 Is Long-Term Faithfulness in a Relationship Possible?
37:06 Importance of Taking Accountability
39:21 How People Are Energizing Their Relationships
42:59 How to Revive Intimacy When Gone for So Long
44:52 Ads
45:55 Do People Enjoy Sex Less Than Before?
48:15 Do I Have to Work on Myself Before I Can Have a Good Relationship?
49:49 Has the Culture of Self-Love Gone Too Far?
51:19 Are Men Emasculated by the Success of Women?
59:08 What Is Social Confidence?
1:02:56 What Gives a Traumatic Experience Meaning?
1:14:10 Would You Delete Mobile Phones to Help Connection?
1:17:08 Can Social Connection Principles Apply to a Workplace?
1:22:06 How Are You Going to Adapt to a World of AI and Robots?
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Published 06/12
CEO Diaries: The Mistake That Nearly Derailed MrBeast’s Entire Empire
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In this episode of CEO Diaries, MrBeast dives into the real challenges of building a business from the ground up. He shares his journey of scaling from a small team to 500+ employees, offering valuable insights into why surrounding yourself with A-players is crucial to success. From navigating the complexities of leadership, to balancing innovation with structure, MrBeast opens up about the lessons learned, and how he’s shaping his company’s future. Whether you're an entrepreneur or just interested in how top businesses thrive, this moment is full of wisdom on scaling, team building, and leadership.
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