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Chris Williamson · Philosophy

Modern Wisdom

Life is hard. This podcast will help. Lessons from the greatest thinkers on the planet with Chris Williamson. Including guests like David Goggins, Dr Jordan Peterson, Naval Ravikant, Sam Harris, Jocko Willink, Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Julie Smith, Steven Bartlett, Ryan Holiday, Robert Greene, Matthew McConaughey, Alain de Botton, Alex Hormozi, Tony Robbins, Chris Bumstead, Mark Manson and more.

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How To Fix Your Negative Patterns - Alain de Botton - #898

03 Feb 2025
1h 48m
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This interview podcast explores the origins and impact of negative inner voices. Alain de Botton, the guest, argues that these voices are often internalized external criticisms, learned like language during childhood. The conversation then delves into how language itself shapes emotional experience, highlighting the i...

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How Nervous People Can Perform Under Pressure - Steve Magness - #897

01 Feb 2025
1h 7m
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This interview podcast explores the psychological factors hindering high-potential individuals from achieving world-class success. The conversation begins by discussing the surprisingly high percentage of talented individuals who fail to reach their full potential due to internal obstacles. The hosts then delve into ...

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3.25M Q&A - Marriage Plans, Beautiful Women & Chris Bumstead - #896

30 Jan 2025
1h 41m
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This Q&A podcast episode features Chris Williamson responding to listener questions. The episode covers a range of topics, including the removal of music intros due to Spotify's video feature rollout, listener demographics, Chris's personal health struggles (autoimmune issues), his views on the impact of pornograph...

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Trump, Elon Musk & The Future Of The West - Piers Morgan - #895

27 Jan 2025
1h 2m
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This interview podcast features Piers Morgan, discussing his views on the recent US election, the changing political landscape, and the rise of "broligarchy." The conversation begins with an analysis of President Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden, contrasting it with a hypothetical pardon by Trump. It then transitions t...

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How To Design Your Life For Peak Creativity - Dan Koe - #894

25 Jan 2025
1h 0m
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This interview podcast explores the relationship between boredom, hard work, creativity, and productivity. The conversation begins with a discussion on how individuals combat boredom, transitioning into a debate on the misconceptions surrounding hard work and its impact on success. The speakers then delve into the cy...

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9 Harsh Truths About How Relationships Work - Jillian Turecki - #893

23 Jan 2025
1h 31m
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This interview podcast explores the common pitfalls and underlying insecurities that hinder fulfilling romantic relationships. The conversation unfolds through a discussion of five key truths: the pervasive fear of not being enough, the importance of introspection, the distinction between lust and love, the necessity ...

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The Rise Of NELK, Donald Trump & Global Chaos - Kyle Forgeard - #892

20 Jan 2025
1h 38m
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This interview podcast features a conversation between Chris Williamson and a member of the NELK Boys, a popular YouTube group. The discussion begins with reflections on the departure of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, transitioning into a broader conversation about the NELK Boys' experiences, including their ...

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The Psychology Of Finding Meaning In Life - John Vervaeke - #891

18 Jan 2025
1h 23m
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This interview podcast explores the inadequacy of current psychological models in addressing the meaning crisis. The discussion begins with the guest's critique of existing "meaning in life" metrics, highlighting their limitations in capturing the multifaceted nature of meaning, particularly the crucial element of "re...

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A Man’s Guide To Feeling Your Feelings - Connor Beaton - #890

16 Jan 2025
1h 25m
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This interview podcast explores why men often struggle with emotional expression and the societal factors contributing to this issue. The conversation begins by discussing the negative stereotypes surrounding men's emotions and the historical pressure on men to suppress their feelings. The speakers then delve into pr...

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How To Build An Extraordinary Life - Tony Robbins - #889

13 Jan 2025
1h 23m
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This interview podcast features Tony Robbins, a self-help and business coach, discussing the pursuit of ambition, happiness, and self-esteem with host Chris Williamson. The conversation explores the limitations of solely focusing on self-esteem, advocating instead for finding a purpose beyond oneself to fuel long-term...

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How To Stop Betraying Yourself & Be More Authentic - David Sutcliffe - #888

11 Jan 2025
1h 22m
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This podcast dives into the idea of authenticity and its role in living a fulfilling life, especially for men. It starts by defining authenticity as being true to oneself and fully present, then explores how it relates to confidence and the importance of trusting your instincts. The hosts share strategies for overcomin...

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The Key Strategies Of Behaviour Change - Dr Rangan Chatterjee - #887

09 Jan 2025
1h 34m
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This podcast features Dr. Rangan Chatterjee discussing his approach to achieving lasting behavior change, highlighting the importance of internal wisdom over advice from external experts. He addresses the downsides of relying too much on others and striving for perfection, encouraging listeners to practice self-awarene...

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A Plan To Save The Western World - Konstantin Kisin - #886

06 Jan 2025
2h 4m
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In this podcast, Chris Williamson and Konstantin Kisin delve into the recent US presidential election and its wider impact on Western societies. They explore the differing campaign approaches of Trump and Harris—Trump’s emphasis on positive messaging versus Harris’s focus on opposing negativity. Kisin suggests that, de...

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How To Overcome Your Fear Of Failure & Unlock Your Potential - Adam Grant - #885

04 Jan 2025
1h 13m
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In this podcast, Chris Williamson and Adam Grant engage in a captivating discussion about how talent, opportunity, motivation, and meaning all play a pivotal role in achieving success. They start by debunking the myth that success is solely based on natural ability. The conversation then shifts to the impact of motivat...

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How To Stop Being Such A People Pleaser - Nick Pollard - #884

02 Jan 2025
2h 3m
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This podcast dives into the common struggle of people-pleasing, exploring its causes and offering ways to overcome it. The discussion begins with the societal pressures that fuel people-pleasing behavior, then shifts to how it manifests, such as through dishonesty and a lack of personal time. It wraps up with practical...

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The Science Of Perfect Sleep - Dr Matthew Walker - #883

30 Dec 2024
2h 43m
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In this podcast episode, the focus is on improving both the quality and quantity of sleep for better health and well-being. The conversation dives into four main aspects of sleep: quantity, which looks at sleep efficiency versus time spent in bed; quality, emphasizing the importance of sleep efficiency and deep sleep; ...

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The Best Moments Of Modern Wisdom (2024) - #882

28 Dec 2024
2h 6m
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In this year's finale podcast episode, we revisit some of the standout moments from the "Modern Wisdom" show in 2024. Enjoy a collection of brief clips featuring insightful interviews covering a range of topics. You'll hear Andrew Huberman share tips on becoming a morning person, Eric Weinstein discuss the political sh...

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Christmas Special - Life Hacks, Biggest Lessons & Best Resolutions - #881

23 Dec 2024
1h 43m
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In this festive podcast episode, Chris Williamson joins his colleagues Jonny, Yusef, and George to share their top life hacks and lessons from 2024, along with their most impactful New Year's resolutions. They delve into practical tips like using trouser hangers to darken hotel rooms, choosing better pillows for improv...

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How To Focus On What Matters Most - Greg McKeown - #880

21 Dec 2024
1h 18m
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In this podcast, Chris Williamson chats with Greg McKeown, the author of "Essentialism," a decade after its initial release. They dive into how essentialism has adapted in today's "influencer age," a time marked by confusion and information overload, contrasting it with the previous "information age," which was plagued...

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16 Lessons From 2024 - Chris Bumstead, Elon Musk & Alex Hormozi - #879

19 Dec 2024
1h 4m
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In the final podcast episode of the year, the host reflects on the critical lessons learned in 2024. The discussion centers around breaking free from the insecure overachiever mentality, celebrating joy alongside success, addressing the societal challenges men face, examining how Ozempic reshapes fitness perceptions, a...

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