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Good Work with Barrett Brooks

Good Work is a curated exploration of the inner journey of outward success. Through deeply researched, long-form conversations with founders, authors, artists, and adventurers, host Barrett Brooks goes beyond surface-level stories to uncover the psychology of meaningful work. Each episode gives you rare access to the courage, identity shifts, and lessons that shape remarkable lives—insights you can use to navigate your own path with greater clarity and purpose.

Episodes

The podcast explores the intersection of personal hardship and entrepreneurial success, featuring Sam Vander Wielen, who shares her experiences of building a business amidst grief and personal loss. Vander Wielen recounts her childhood challenges and how they shaped her approach to business and community, highlighting ...

Beyond Productivity: Tiago Forte's Journey of Growth and Transformation

29 Jan 2026

1h 33m

Finding Your Voice: How to Outgrow the Need to Prove Yourself with Michael Gendler

15 Jan 2026

1h 46m

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The conversation explores the journey from external achievement to inner fulfillment, particularly for entrepreneurs. Michael Gendler, co-founder of UltraSpeaking, shares his background, from being a child prodigy and striving for external validation to embracing Eastern philosophies of surrender and acceptance. Gendle...