

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
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Steven Bartlett is a British entrepreneur, investor, and author. He’s the founder of Flight Story – a media company – and Flight Fund, an investment fund backing the next generation of category-defining businesses.
He created The Diary Of A CEO to share the unfiltered pages of the personal diaries of the world’s most fascinating CEOs, experts, therapists, and leaders – with the hope that their lessons will help both you and him live better lives.
DOAC is a double acronym: Diary Of A CEO, but also Dreamers, Open-minded, Awareness, and Connection.This is your corner of the internet to dream boldly, think openly, expand your awareness, and feel more connected.
My New Book: https://g2ul0.app.link/DOAC
IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123 theexperienceplus.substack.com
He created The Diary Of A CEO to share the unfiltered pages of the personal diaries of the world’s most fascinating CEOs, experts, therapists, and leaders – with the hope that their lessons will help both you and him live better lives.
DOAC is a double acronym: Diary Of A CEO, but also Dreamers, Open-minded, Awareness, and Connection.This is your corner of the internet to dream boldly, think openly, expand your awareness, and feel more connected.
My New Book: https://g2ul0.app.link/DOAC
IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123 theexperienceplus.substack.com
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May 3, 2024 • 12min
Moment 160: Menopause Expert: They're Not Telling You The Full Truth! "No Ones Talking About This": Mary Claire Haver
In this moment, menopause expert, Dr Mary Claire Haver reveals what people don’t understand about the menopause. Right now, about a third of the female population of the world is in some stage of the menopause, however doctors aren’t fully trained to treat it and society is unaware of it’s impacts. A major piece of knowledge that people lack is that there are estrogen receptors in every organ system of the female body, so when estrogen levels drop with the menopause it can have a huge variety of impacts, varying from person to person. Mary believes that giving people this knowledge can help women feel validated and that they aren’t crazy, believing that these symptoms were all in their head.Listen to the full episode here -Apple-https://g2ul0.app.link/ddtfSmG2gJbSpotify- https://g2ul0.app.link/19fQdNK2gJbWatch the Episodes On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videosMary: https://maryclairewellness.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

May 2, 2024 • 2h 2min
Russ Cook (Hardest Geezer): I Haven't Told The Whole Truth About Africa!, They Took Me Into The Jungle To Kill Me!
What does it take to become the Hardest Geezer and run 9,940-miles in 352 days? Russ Cook, also known as the ‘Hardest Geezer’, is an ultra-endurance athlete and the first person to run the entire length of Africa, raising over £1 million for charity. He is also the first person to run from Asia to London.In this conversation Russ and Steven discuss topics such as, his childhood and difficult teenage years, hitting rock bottom, wanting more from life, being robbed at gun point, and the struggles of being the first man to run across the length Africa.00:00 Intro02:00 Russ' Childhood & Being Rebellious05:50 Relationship With My Parents12:00 Trying To Get People’s Attention16:42 Distancing Himself from Family16:22 The Impact of Russ' Girlfriend19:11 Moving Out as a Teenager21:02 Going Down the Wrong Path25:10 Russ' Mental Health26:18 What Would Russ Say to His Younger Self30:52 Russ' Epiphany32:09 The Feeling of Progressing in Life35:07 Travelling the World Running35:53 First Challenges36:51 Doing Things That Aren’t Considered Normal39:03 Returning from the First Trip42:26 Relationship with His Dad44:09 Burying Himself Alive44:33 Russ DM’d Steven Before Going To Africa46:40 Why Africa?48:40 Meeting His Girlfriend Before Leaving to Africa52:41 How Have You Changed54:52 Preparations to Run the Entire Length of Africa01:03:25 Getting Robbed01:03:26 Being Kidnapped01:10:05 Facing Death01:24:14 Team Struggles01:31:52 Was Quitting an Option?01:36:18 Visa Issues01:37:59 Nearing the End01:45:12 Crossing the Line01:45:44 What’s Next?01:50:41 What Was the Goal?01:55:36 Russ Inspiring Others01:59:20 The Last Guest QuestionYou can donate to Russ’s charity fundraiser here: https://bit.ly/3Wr2WJRFollow Russ:Instagram - https://bit.ly/4djAL5ITwitter - https://bit.ly/3UFqZmVYouTube - https://bit.ly/3Up8YYHWatch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsbMy new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://smarturl.it/DOACbookFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 29, 2024 • 2h 26min
Ozempic Expert: Ozempic Increases This Disease By A Factor Of 9! They're Lying To You About Ozempic Side Effects & What It's Doing To Our Brains! - Johann Hari
It is being called a miracle drug, but what is the dark side to the weight loss medication Ozempic?Johann Hari is a New York Times best-selling author, his books include, ‘Chasing the Scream’, ‘Lost Connections’, and ‘Stolen Focus’. He has written for the world’s leading newspapers and magazines, and has twice been named ‘National Newspaper Journalist of the Year’ by Amnesty International.In this conversation Johann and Steven discuss topics such as, the link between weight gain and sexual abuse, what Ozempic does to the brain, how Japan will help solve the obesity crisis, and the 12 biggest risks of taking Ozempic.You can purchase Johann’s newest book, ‘Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs’, available on 2nd May 2024, here: https://amzn.to/4di51OuFollow Johann:Instagram - https://bit.ly/4bfqkyjTwitter - https://bit.ly/44ixqjdYouTube - https://bit.ly/3UzccdrWatch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsbMy new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://smarturl.it/DOACbookFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 26, 2024 • 9min
Moment 159: The Most Important Sex Advice You NEED To Hear: Esther Perel
In this moment, world-renowned relationship therapist, Esther Perel discusses sexless relationships. In her work, Esther says that many of her patients focus so heavily on the amount of sex they are having, and begin to panic when this starts to change. Instead, she says that they should focus on the quality of the experience, and the connection they have with their partner. Esther believes that many of the issues and concerns around the amount of sex a couple is having can be reduced by having better communication around sex. These conversations include a partner’s fantasy life, what they enjoy, what excites them, and what do they look for in sex. Most couples have never had these conversations before and don’t realise that sexuality is a vast topic that changes with their lives.Listen to the full episode here - Apple- https://g2ul0.app.link/5YgGK3Hw3IbSpotify- https://g2ul0.app.link/jNfxRBKw3IbWatch the Episodes On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videosEsther Perel: https://www.estherperel.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 25, 2024 • 2h 51min
Mo Gawdat: 80% Of Illness Is Linked To One Thing! An Alarming Warning For The Burnout Generation! If You Feel Like This, Quit Your Job Today!
Life is getting faster and more hectic than ever before, but is there way to become unstressable?Mo Gawdat is the former Chief Business Officer for Google X, the founder of ‘One Billion Happy’ foundation, and co-founder of ‘Unstressable’. He is the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Solve for Happy’, ‘Scary Smart’, and ‘That Little Voice in Your Head’.In this conversation Mo and Steven discuss topics such as, why this is the most stressful time for any generation, how most people won’t recognise the world in 5 years time, and how stress is the new pandemic.You can purchase Mo’s newest book, ‘Unstressable: A Practical Guide to Stress-Free Living’, available on 9th May 2024, here: https://amzn.to/3w6xG8hFollow Mo:Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w5VGICTwitter - https://bit.ly/3JwggoEYouTube - https://bit.ly/3QlCUntWatch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsbMy new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://smarturl.it/DOACbookFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 43min
World No. 1 Biohacking Expert: "I Tested 100,000 People's DNA. This Diet Will Kill You!". Fix This Hormone And You'll Fix Your Anxiety! - Gary Brecka
His old job was to know when you would die, his passion is to extend and improve people’s livesGary Brecka is the co-founder of 10X Health System and is one of the world’s leading experts in human biology and biohacking. He has worked with CEOs, models, to athletes from the UFC, NFL, and professional boxers. Gary is also the host of the ‘Ultimate Human’ podcast.In this conversation Gary and Steven discuss topics such as, the common supplement mistakes that people make, the vitamin that most people are deficient in, how we are in a pre-diabetic epidemic, and the impact of loneliness at a cellular level.You can listen to the ‘Ultimate Human’ podcast and purchase Gary’s products here: https://bit.ly/3w2m8mrFollow Gary:Instagram - http://bit.ly/3IVf6DwTwitter - http://bit.ly/41w492PYouTube - https://bit.ly/4aLbmA7Studies mentioned:1. https://academic.oup.com/ajh/article/28/7/943/27433932.https://headachejournal.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/head.12792#:~:text=This%20study%20is%20the%20first,sodium%20concentrations%20and%20neuronal%20excitabilityWatch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsbMy new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://smarturl.it/DOACbookFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 19, 2024 • 11min
Moment 158: What is The Best Cheap Coffee? Coffee Expert Reveals In Blind Taste Test: James Hoffman
In this moment, world renowned coffee expert, James Hoffmann, tests and chooses the best high street coffee. James guides you though everything you need to know to assess coffee like a professional, this includes looking at the roast of the coffee, the smell and finally it’s taste and different tones. He also outlines the benefits of supporting your local cafe rather than getting your morning cup at a major coffee chain, as you can get a better cup of coffee from someone who cares nearly as deeply about coffee as you.Listen to the full episode here - Apple- https://g2ul0.app.link/TM29O0GTTIbSpotify- https://g2ul0.app.link/7i0901DTTIbWatch the Episodes On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videosJames:https://www.jameshoffmann.co.uk/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 49min
Special Forces Commander's Weird Trick For Overcoming Anxiety, "This Is The Reason People Quit", "Imposter Syndrome Is A Good Thing!"
Learn how to attack life with the same intensity as a member of the world’s most elite fighting force.Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer and New York Times bestselling author, he is also the host of the Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of the leadership training organisation, Echelon Front.In this conversation Jocko and Steven discuss topics such as, why excuses are pointless, the core component that every Navy SEAL has, how to overcome hesitation and take action, and why you should ‘embrace the suck’.You can listen to the ‘Jocko Podcast’ and purchase Jocko’s products here: https://bit.ly/3Uk75hjFollow Jocko:Twitter - https://bit.ly/3UmcjJxInstagram - https://bit.ly/3w2zZsQYouTube - https://bit.ly/4cY32i1Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsbMy new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://smarturl.it/DOACbookFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 54min
Jimmy Carr: "I Was Laughing & Crying When He Died". Jimmy Opens Up About Being Cancelled & How Anxiety Is The Flip Side Of Creativity!
Learn the lessons behind the laughter, learned from over 20 years in the world of comedy. Jimmy Carr is an award-winning comedian, writer and TV host for shows including, ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’, ‘Roast Battle’, and ‘Big Fat Quiz Of The Year’.In this conversation Jimmy and Steven discuss topics such as, why we don’t think about death enough, how to speak so people listen, the power of imposter syndrome, and how to find out what you want to do in life.00:00 Intro01:01 How Are You, Jimmy?02:07 Every Single Person Has Life Dysmorphia07:59 What Is the Point of All This Work?11:35 What Is Our End Goal?13:08 People Crave the Success Not the Journey15:47 You Should Be Feeling Imposter Syndrome17:45 I Entertained My Sick Mother18:54 The Unmeasurable Stuff Is the Important One23:29 Depression24:46 Men's Mental Health26:30 What Is It to Be a Man32:25 Losing My Religion32:52 How Do You Deal with Grief in Your Life?34:19 The Passing of Sean Lock37:27 Business Is Life38:12 The Issue Is Young People Are Not Given Enough Agency40:52 How Comedy Teaches You to Be a Good Communicator44:06 The Importance of Taking Risks51:38 How To Deal with Rejection54:31 Knowing Who You Are & What You Want to Do57:44 Is It Motivation, Luck or Talent?01:01:14 Being Cancelled01:05:12 Would You Erase Your Worst Moments?01:14:26 Artificial Intelligence01:25:37 Self Expression01:29:51 Jimmy's Eating Disorder01:34:31 Advice to Younger People01:37:25 Why You Should Sweat the Small Stuff01:41:45 Having Confidence01:42:40 Netflix Special01:45:09 Dave Chapelle Attack01:49:38 What Would You Tell Your Kids?You can watch Jimmy’s new Netflix stand-up special, ’Jimmy Carr: Natural Born Killer’, out on the 16th April 2024.You can purchase tickets for Jimmy’s brand-new international tour, ’Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’, here: https://bit.ly/49u9iexFollow Jimmy:Twitter - https://bit.ly/4awtUEeInstagram - https://bit.ly/3PULKbtYouTube - https://bit.ly/3xrXsEcWatch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsbMy new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://smarturl.it/DOACbookFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Apr 12, 2024 • 10min
Moment 157: The Money Expert's Investment Strategy NO ONE Is Talking About: Morgan Housel
In this moment, financial expert and bestselling author, Morgan Housel discusses the hidden costs of everything in life. Morgan says that that anything good in life comes with an unseen price tag, and part of achieving success in any area of life requires putting up with unknowns and volatility. In a career this might be long hours away from your family, in a relationship it may be the sacrifices and compromises made for another person. Part of this is being aware of your time horizons in life, and the amount of time between now and your goal, determining whether you are willing to sacrifice precious time to achieve the goal. In the end, Morgan says that the key to success in life is identifying what the cost is for any decision and being willing to pay it.Listen to the full episode hereApple - https://g2ul0.app.link/sXZ3OZpToHbSpotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/nAu4hnmToHbWatch the Episodes On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videosMorgan: https://www.instagram.com/morganhousel/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/morganhousel?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com


