Life and Lessons by Sean Spooner

E210: The Podcast is (Finally) Back, Here's What I'm Prioritising in 2026

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

The podcast is back. Every Monday morning, every week of 2026. Let's do this.

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E209: I Turn 30 Today, These 16 Lessons Shaped My 20s

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Today, I turn 30. After 7 years of sharing the life lessons I wish I knew sooner on the internet, I feel fairly qualified to reflect on how to live a better life in your twenties. In this episode of Life and Lessons, I reflect on the past decade of life, and share the 16 lessons I needed to know in my 20s. They can change your life.

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E208: Am I Struggling?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

On this unexpected episode of Life and Lessons, I have you an update on what's been going on in life recently, and try to answer a question I've had a lot recent: am I doing okay?

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E207: Progress Just Kind of... Happens

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you about a session I'm planning for students that might change the way they look at productivity forever, and I explain how progress just kind of... happens.

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E206: 100 Days to Q4, Bias Towards Action, Building a Lucky Life

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:30:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I encourage you to have a bias towards action, I speak about how to make the most of the next 100 days, and I explain how to build luck into your life.

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E205: The Life You Want is 45 Minutes Away, People Want You To Win, You Need To Draw a Line in the Sand

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I ask the question have things really been that bad for me this year, I explore the idea that you need to be the person to draw a line in the sand, and I discuss why you're life is never more than 45 mins away from changing.

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E204: Talking in Paris, Visiting Parliament, and The Power of Doing Things Often Enough

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you about my big talk in Paris, about visiting parliament for PMQs, and I explain why doing anything often enough makes you good.

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E203: A Phone Call That Ruined My Month, and You Don't Need to Seek Answers

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 04:30:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I've been for the past few weeks and why I disappeared, and I discuss an important mindset on not always needing to close feedback loops.

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E202: A Mindset to Make Hard Things Easier, and Finding The Root Cause of Your Problems

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 04:30:00 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share a mindset that is helping me make difficult things more enjoyable, and I encourage you to question if you've found the root cause of your problems.

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E201: Why You'll Win 2025 One Week at a Time

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 04:30:16 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why you're going to win 2025 one week at a time, and I discuss a new mindset I have towards fixing small, hardly noticeable issues in life.

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E200: Episode 200 Q&A – My Book, Lord Sugar, Dealing With Family Illness, and My Tinder Bio

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 04:30:25 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, to mark episode 200, we do something a little bit different.

I sat down with my close friend Adam Horton and invited him to switch roles and interview me.

Adam puts your questions to me, on topics including the consistency of this podcast, progress on my book, the behind-the-scenes stories of my time on The Apprentice, dealing with my dad's illness, my Tinder bio and more.

This episode feels really special.

Adam does an amazing job of steering this conversation and getting me to open up, and I feel so fortunate to have got to this huge milestone.

Thank you for being here – here's to another 200!

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E199: Why You MUST Plan 2025, And Why Comfort Will Make You Weak

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 19:08:03 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you the story of how broken car ruined my week, I share a lesson it taught me, and then I plea with you to make a plan for 2025 – regardless of how you do it.

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E198: 7 Lessons I Needed to Hear at 19

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 04:30:15 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, to make turning 29, I share 7 lessons I needed to hear 10 years ago, when I was 19.

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E197: How I'm Planning 2025, and If I'm Quitting The Marathon Challenge

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 04:30:20 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you an update on running three marathons in ten weeks, and I share some details on how I'm approaching my planning for 2025.

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E196: Act Like The Person You're Not

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 05:00:53 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I make the case for why you should act like the person you're not, and I explain why right now is a perfect time to turn off the noise of the world and focus on yourself.

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E195: You're Winning The Slow Uphill Battle of Life – Even if it Doesn't Feel Like it

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 05:30:00 GMT

If you feel like you're fighting a constant uphill battle that you can't seem to win, it's probably your mind playing a trick on you. You are making progress, even if it doesn't feel like it. And when you zoom out far enough, you can see just how dramatically your life is changing. So you need to keep going.

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E194: Oliver Burkeman: Working Harder Isn't Helping You! You'll Never Reach All Of Your Goals!

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 03:30:27 GMT

Oliver Burkeman is a journalist and author of books including The Sunday Times Bestselling 'Four Thousand Weeks' and his latest release, 'Meditations For Mortals'.

No matter how hard you try, you're never going to get everything done. There simply isn't enough time in our finite lives for us to tackle everything we'd like to. Our to-do lists are always going to win the battle. So what can we do about that?

In this conversation, Oliver makes the case that surrendering to reality and being kinder to yourself is the true source of productivity, and offers practical ideas on how you can get more done and feel better in the process.

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E193: Running 2 Marathons in 3 Weekends

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 21:21:03 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you all about running two marathons over three weekends, I share details of the talks I've given across the UK this month, and I discuss the foundation I'm building for 2025.

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E192: Rory Sutherland on Self-Improvement, TikTok Fame and 20mph Speed Limits in Wales

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:07:21 GMT

Rory Sutherland is an author, behavioural scientist, and vice-chairman of Ogilvy.

If you’re anything like me, you could listen to Rory talk for hours. I was lucky enough to speak to Rory for the podcast a couple of years ago, and the scope of our conversation back then was fairly all-encompassing.

This time around, I wanted to get Rory’s insights on how we can use the principles of behavioural science to apply to self-improvement.

But during the conversation, we go into all kinds of interesting rabbit holes and explore some really useful ideas – on everything from self-improvement, the trap of over-optimisation and how to live a more meaningful life, through to the 20mph speed limits in Wales, and the Sainsbury’s in Pontypridd.

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E191: Hyper-Optimisation is Ruining Your Progress

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:08:22 GMT

It can be tempting to focus your self-improvement efforts on the areas of your life where things are already going well. But this isn't how you bring about meaningful change. In this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why you should focus on the things you suck at first, before trying to hyper-optimise pointless 1% skills.

I also discuss the idea that winners hardly ever realise they're winning, and explain why you need to keep score for yourself.

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Little Lesson: Somebody is Waiting to Hear From You

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 05:30:47 GMT

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Little Lesson: When Did You Last Look Up?

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:30:55 GMT

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Little Lesson: Don't Chase People

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:30:07 GMT

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Little Lesson: Withstanding Rejection Will Set You Apart

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:30:02 GMT

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Little Lesson: Are You in Control or Are You Being Controlled?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:30:55 GMT

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E190: Monk Mode Doesn't Work – Build Slow Undetectable Progress

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 05:30:20 GMT

Making progress in life feels hard. But hiding in that hardness is a trap that causes most people to fail. In this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I make the case that you should optimise for easy-feeling and consistent progress, rather than fads like Monk Mode and 75 Hard.

I also give you an update on my book proposal now that it's with agents, and share a realisation I had when viewing a 22nd floor apartment in the centre of Cardiff earlier this week.

Key moments:

Introduction
Reflecting of recent episodes with Johann Hari and David Robson
An update on what I've been up to
Update on querying literary agents with the book proposal
Optimising for easy progress (why Monk Mode doesn't work)
Progress in undetectable in the moment
Ending

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Little Lesson: Your Habits Decide Your Future

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 05:30:49 GMT

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Little Lesson: This Podcast Won't Make You Confident

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 05:30:23 GMT

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Little Lesson: Your Average Life Comes From Average Actions

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:30:28 GMT

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Little Lesson: Most Worries Disappear When You Begin Doing

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:30:25 GMT

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Little Lesson: You Won't Reach All Of Your Goals

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 05:30:16 GMT

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E189: David Robson on How to Build and Maintain Social Connections That Last a Lifetime

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 05:30:55 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with David Robson.

David is a science writer and author. He's just written a new book all about building better connections.

If you struggle to make friends or find partners, seem to drift from the people you care about, or worry that you lack a support network, this conversation is packed full of useful science-backed advice on how to build better connections, and keep them.

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E188: Johann Hari on the Hidden Truth About Ozempic

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 05:00:32 GMT

Johann Hari is a New York Times Best-Selling Author and journalist. Weight loss drugs might finally be on the cusp of delivering the promises that we've heard for decades – but at what cost?

In his latest book, Magic Pill, Johann explores The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs.

How effective are drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy? What are the common side effects? What do you need to know before taking them? And where does a world without obesity leave us? These are just some of the questions Johann answers in this super insightful conversation.

I really enjoyed this chat and Johann's energy. I know you'll love it too.

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Little Lesson: You Can Make Someone's Day Today

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:00:56 GMT

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Little Lesson: It Will Always Be Today

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 05:00:15 GMT

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Little Lesson: If Someone Else Can Do It, Any Can't You?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:00:23 GMT

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Little Lesson: Changing Your Life is Painfully Boring

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 05:00:31 GMT

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Little Lesson: If You're Doing It To Impress Other People, You Won't Find Meaning From It

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:00:44 GMT

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E187: Two Mindsets To Force You Towards Action

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:38:26 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share two mindsets that have helped me pick action and move towards my goals.

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Little Lesson: Everybody Has The Same Self-Doubt As You

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 05:00:27 GMT

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Little Lesson: You Have To Be Your Own Best Friend

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:00:01 GMT

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Little Lesson: Your Excuses Won't Actually Help You

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:00:34 GMT

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Little Lesson: Stop Living On Autopilot

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:00:11 GMT

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Little Lesson: If You Don't Know What You Want, You're Never Going To Get It

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 05:00:41 GMT

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E186: Why You Should Have Missions Every Month

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 13:37:26 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explore the idea that the self-improvement challenges we face never really change, and I make the case for why you should set monthly missions in life.

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E185: Q&A, Finding Flow and Submitting My Book Proposal

Sun, 19 May 2024 14:44:59 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about my focus on finding flow in life, discuss submitting my book proposal to agents, and answer 10 of your questions.

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Little Lesson: It's You Vs. You

Tue, 14 May 2024 05:30:42 GMT

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Little Lesson: There's No Such Thing As Being "Unsure"

Mon, 13 May 2024 05:30:55 GMT

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E184: Overdue Life Update and 3 Mindsets To Live By

Sun, 12 May 2024 05:30:59 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you a summary of where I've been for the past few months, and I cover three important mindsets you can use to get more out of life.

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Little Lesson: The More Open You Can Be, The More You Get From Life

Fri, 10 May 2024 05:30:16 GMT

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Little Lesson: The End of History Illusion

Thu, 09 May 2024 05:30:40 GMT

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Little Lesson: Learn The Patterns of Your Life

Wed, 08 May 2024 05:30:30 GMT

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Little Lesson: Nobody Will Cheer For You

Tue, 07 May 2024 05:30:49 GMT

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Little Lesson: Life Knows Better

Mon, 06 May 2024 05:30:44 GMT

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Little Lesson: Your 20s Aren't For Comfort

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:30:35 GMT

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Little Lesson: Spend Time On Your Own

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 01:30:46 GMT

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Little Lesson: Nobody Will Fix Your Life For You

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:30:01 GMT

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Little Lesson: There Are No Shortcuts

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 10:30:40 GMT

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Little Lesson: Paul Mort – Imposter Syndrome Isn't Real

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 05:30:24 GMT

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Little Lesson: You're On Your Way Up Right Now

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:30:20 GMT

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Little Lesson: Belief Determines Your Success

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:30:24 GMT

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Little Lesson: What Are You Here For?

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:30:59 GMT

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Little Lesson: The Rest of Your Life Will Feel Like This

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:30:04 GMT

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Little Lesson: Ben West on Becoming a Better Listener in Life

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:30:47 GMT

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Little Lesson: You Have So Much to be Grateful For

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:30:58 GMT

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Little Lesson: Success Isn't an Accident

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:55:56 GMT

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Little Lesson: Direction is More Important Than Speed

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:30:06 GMT

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Little Lesson: Hard Work Negates Self-Doubt

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:30:19 GMT

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Little Lesson: Danny Buck on Having Time to Hit Your Goals

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 06:30:40 GMT

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Little Lesson: Tell People How You Feel

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:30:11 GMT

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Little Lesson: You Can Build Confidence

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:30:13 GMT

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Little Lesson: You DO Have The Time

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:30:12 GMT

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Little Lesson: Intensity Predicts Your Results

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:30:09 GMT

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Little Lesson: Nir Eyal on How Distraction Really Works

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 06:30:59 GMT

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Little Lesson: You Need to Keep Moving Forward

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:30:58 GMT

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Little Lesson: Speak With Your Actions

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 06:30:33 GMT

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Little Lesson: Keep The Promises You Make to Yourself

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 06:30:05 GMT

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Little Lesson: Optional Things Get You Ahead

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 06:30:45 GMT

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Little Lesson: Chris Williamson on Dissatisfaction Being a Feature Not a Bug

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 06:30:21 GMT

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Little Lesson: The First Reps Are Always The Hardest

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:30:47 GMT

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Little Lesson: Pick Your Discomforts in Life

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:30:56 GMT

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Little Lesson: You Made a Promise to Your Younger Self

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:30:20 GMT

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Little Lesson: New Beginnings Can Begin Whenever

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 06:30:53 GMT

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E183: Change Your Life in the Next 100 Days

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 04:30:07 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why the next 100 days are so important, and how they can help you change your life between now and the summer.

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E182: Time Under Tension Builds Resilience

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 18:01:17 GMT

After one of the most intense weeks of my life, I share a lesson on how time under tension builds resilience.

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E181: Bonnie Wan – How to LOVE Your Life Again

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 04:30:09 GMT

Bonnie Wan is the head of the brand strategy at Goodby Silverstein & Partners and the author of The Life Brief.

It's hard to know what you really want in life, and even harder to know where to begin once you've decided.

Thankfully, Bonnie has taken everything she has learned from creating strategic briefs for some of the best-known brands in the world, and translated it into a process to help you do the same for your life.

During this conversation, expect to learn:

• What your life can look like once you start living by design

• How to uncover what you actually WANT from life, rather than living out your days on autopilot

• What we can learn from the worlds of advertising and brand strategy when it comes to shaping our own lives

• The three steps Bonnie recommends to create your own life briefs

And so much more.

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E180: Ask Who Not How

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 04:30:46 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you about your longest run I've ever done, I explain why I think this year will be a step-change in my life, and I encourage you to ask "who not how" in your life.

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E179: Plant More Seeds This Year

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 04:30:16 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share with you the reason why I'm running four marathons this year, and I discuss the idea that you should plant more seeds in life.

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E178: My 2024 Goals

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 04:30:15 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share all of my goals for 2024 and share my process for reviewing last year and planning this year.

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E177: Nick Butter – Running 1,000 Marathons Taught Me This

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 06:00:28 GMT

In this episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear the incredible story of Nick Butter. Nick is a marathon runner, author, speaker, and founder of Run Weekends. Nick was the first person in history to run a marathon in every country on the planet, has run around the entire perimeter of Great Britain, and has some unbelievable stories to tell. This episode isn't about running. It's about human stories, the edge of our limits, and what we can learn from each other.

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E176: Pick Your Discomforts and Stop Looking Up

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 06:00:05 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the importance of understanding that you have to pick discomfort in life, and I explain why you should stop comparing yourself to people above you.

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E175: Reflections from Chris Williamson Live in London

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 04:30:08 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share some reflections after watching Chris Williamson's live talk in London.

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E174: Plan Your Time, Manage Your Energy

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 04:30:06 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why I've been away for a while, I talk about planning my life to make it neater, and I discuss why the only two things you can control in life are planning your time and managing your energy.

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E173: You Have The Tools You Need To Begin

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 20:24:10 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share my experience of running the Cardiff Half Marathon, I explain why I've started a vlog, and I discuss the idea that you already have all of the tools you need to get started.

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E172: Success Comes to Those Who Wait Longest

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 03:32:43 GMT

Quick note: Really sorry about the awful sound quality on this episode. I have no idea what happened but it's not the easiest one to listen to.

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I've been for the past month, I tell you the story of the best night of my life, and I explain what a tweet from Mr Beast can teach us about waiting to hit our goals.

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E171: Stormzy, Rain and Running 15K

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 03:30:05 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about running my first ever 15K, about smashing the half marathon JustGiving target, and I tell a mad story about Stormzy, rain and videos.

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E170: Increase Your Reps to Increase Your Luck

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 03:30:37 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share with you some of the goals I have for between now and the end of the year, and I explain why increasing your reps in life can increase the luck you experience.

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E169: I'm Trying My Best For The Rest of 2023

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 03:30:19 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you a life update, and I share why for the final 150 days of 2023, I'm trying my best.

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E168: Use Contrast For a More Meaningful Life

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 03:30:12 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss the importance of understanding that so much of what we have in life was given to us by chance, and I explain why using the power of contrast can make your life more meaningful.

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E167: Add Less Gravity to Your Goals

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 03:30:07 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I speak about why you should care about fewer things, about why buying things to impress other people will never have you win in life, and about the idea that if you believe that you can reach your goals, you have a far greater chance of getting there.

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E166: Does Seeing Success Make You Feel Jealous or Inspired?

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 03:30:40 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you an update on the past week of my life (including a random Coldplay gig and running my first sub 1 hour 10K), I explain why I don't run with earphones, and I talk about why you should be inspired, and not jealous, when you see somebody doing better than you.

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E165: Progress is Slow – But There's No Alternative

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 03:30:59 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why I'm leaning into a lack of excitement this year, I discuss why slow progress is the only meaningful option, and I talk about my new plan to take half days on Fridays.

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E164: Direction of Travel is Everything

Fri, 26 May 2023 03:30:53 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I've been for the past few weeks, give you an update on my running, discuss why a scratch on my car made me question happiness, and share why your direction of travel is life is so important.

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E163: Danny Buck on the Realities of Growing a £20m eCom Business

Wed, 10 May 2023 03:30:54 GMT

Danny Buck is the founder of BrandBuildr, home to brands including Circulr, Honu and CRAFTD London, with annual revenues close to £20m.

But it hasn't always been this way. Danny's 15-year story is one of twists and turns, with conflict, pressure, introspection and incredible upside all part of how he arrived where he is today.

Over the next hour, you're going to learn how Danny went from effectively broke to running highly-profitable multi-million-pound brands, what Danny thinks people get wrong about him, the reality of happiness and how the simple things are often the most important, and exactly what Danny would do today if he had to start a brand with just £1,000 in the bank.

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E162: Decide Your Life Has Potential

Fri, 05 May 2023 21:54:31 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you about the busiest week of my year so far, I give you another update on my running, and I talk about a message that changed the way I approach this content – and my life.

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E161: Always Pick Taking Action

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 03:30:50 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell the story of running my first ever 5K, I explain why the prospect of having no plans this year is exciting, and I discuss why having a tendency to prefer taking action will always leave you in a stronger position in life.

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E160: The Future of This Podcast

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 03:30:36 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the future of this podcast, I give you an update on my swollen ankle, and I discuss why I'm focusing so much on how I wake up.

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E159: An Overdue Life Update

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:27:28 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you a long-overdue life update, discussing areas including this content, my attempt at running, and how I plan to overcome the challenges of this year.

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E158: Thomas Frank on What Productivity Actually Means

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:30:51 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Thomas Frank.

Thomas is an author and YouTuber, who has amassed over 2.8 million subscribers and 170,000,000 views on his productivity content.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

• Some of the key routines in Thomas’ day, and how they help him remain focused, productive, healthy and moving towards his goals

• Why life is about balance before anything else, and how to understand and lean into the different seasons of your life appropriately

• The problem with so-called hustle culture, and how the very concept itself falls apart under even the slightest of scrutiny

• What advice Thomas would give to his younger self on the day he created his YouTube account

And so much more.

Thomas Frank: https://thomasjfrank.com/

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E157: I Turn 30 in Exactly 1,000 Days

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:30:24 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain what running has so far taught me about life, and I share where my head is at now that it's less than 1,000 days until I turn 30.

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E156: David Robson on How Expectations Change Your Reality

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 06:30:27 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with David Robson.

David is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour, and the author of the book The Expectation Effect.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

● The true power of our expectations, and why mindsets are often the biggest factor in determining the outcome of a situation

● How placebo trials can be just as effective as real medication in certain settings, and what that means for our health

● How you can use the expectation effect to better manage anxieties, stress, and even improve your level of fitness

● Why this science-backed approach offers real hope to those looking to better themselves

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E155: The Power of External Accountability

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 04:00:32 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, I explain how the power of external accountability has carried me through many of my toughest moments in life, and I talk about the epidemic of people quitting too soon.

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E154: Moshe Bar on the Unexpected Power of Mindwandering

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:30:45 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Moshe Bar.

Moshe is a neuroscientist, the former director of the Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Harvard Medical School, and author of the book Mindwandering.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

→ What Mindwandering is, and why our brains spend a massive 47% of our waking hours non-consciously thinking about things that we’re not in control of

→ How letting your mind wander and become distracted in the moment can actually help boost creativity and productivity

→ The science behind visualisation and how the brain processes our imagination in a similar way to actual memories

→ Where shower thoughts come from, and how to foster better thoughts in your life.

And so much more.

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E153: Become a Professional at Life

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 05:30:36 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I make the case for why you should aim to become a professional at life. I also tell you about finally resolving the never-ending issue with my car, and discuss why you should have a staggered approach to dropping things out of your life.

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E152: Dr Meg Arroll on How Small Traumas Shape Your Life (And What To Do About Them)

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 04:30:10 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Dr Meg Arroll.

Meg is a psychologist, scientist and author of the book Tiny Traumas.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. What Tiny Traumas are and how they are shaping your life in this very moment

2. The key sources of Tiny Traums and how to uncover those impacting you

3. What we can do to begin to understand the small events that shape us

4. How we can work to embrace these events to build up a form of psychological immunity

And so much more.

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E151: Episode 150 Q&A: The Problem with Self-Help, My Life in 10 Years & more

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 20:42:04 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I answer your questions on topics including the problem with self-help, meeting my idols, why I produce content, where I see my life in ten years time, and more.

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E150: Floyd Woodrow on SAS Leadership Lessons for Life

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 04:30:07 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Floyd Woodrow.

Floyd is a former member of the SAS, a leadership coach, and the author of the book The Warrior, the Strategist and You.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. How Floyd became one of the youngest ever members of the SAS, and how he remained composed in difficult situations, despite recognising that he wasn’t always the strongest in his group.

2. Why the fear found in life and death situations is no different to that found in other difficult life situations, and what you can do to overcome it.

3. The importance of getting out of your comfort zone and questioning your abilities to get more done with your time on this earth.

4. Floyd’s compass for life, and how to apply it to your life.

And so much more.

Floyd's book, The Warrior, The Strategist and You: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Warrior-Strategist-You-Purpose-Potential/dp/1783966831/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1674771598&sr=1-1

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E149: 5 Steps to Manage Your Energy and Get More Done

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 12:40:14 GMT

✉️ Make sure that you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. Some huge guests are already confirmed for 2023 and you won't want to miss these conversations.

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about why you should manage your energy rather than your time, I discuss how to recover after a bad week, and I encourage you to start again if you're already failed your New Year's resolutions.

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E148: Paul Mort on How To Claw Your Life Back and Find Meaning

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 06:00:39 GMT

✉️ Make sure that you're subscribed so you never miss an episode. Some huge guests are already confirmed for 2023 and you won't want to miss these conversations.

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Paul Mort.

Paul is a coach who helps people lost, stuck and overwhelmed with their current life situations to get things back on track. He’s the author of the book ‘Paul Mort Will Save Your Life’ and host of the ‘Paul Mort Talks Shit’ podcast.

In the next hour, you're going to learn:

How somebody with a dream life, earning huge amounts of money and living in paradise can find themselves at rock bottom

How Paul rebuilt his life to overcome near-impossible mental challenges

The exact steps you can take to improve your position today, regardless of where you are, to win back your life and take control of things

Paul’s reflections on a year without alcohol and some of the benefits of going sober

And so much more.

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E147: Why I Missed My Targets in 2022

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:00:47 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why I missed so many of my targets last year, outline what I'm doing to avoid the same this year, and explain why you should set goals for 2023 – even if it is the middle of January.

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E146: 8 Lessons From 2022

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 04:30:14 GMT

This is the final episode of the podcast for 2022, so I wanted to reflect on the lessons I have learned this year. These are the eight lessons I have learned about myself, about life, and about the world around me over the past 12 months.

The lessons are:

1. A year is a long time

2. Most achievements don’t feel like achievements

3. People’s actions aren’t a reflection of your self-worth

4. Solitude is more important than ever

5. Most limitations are self-inflicted

6. You can’t predict the future

7. It’s important to listen to your mind and your body

8. You’re doing alright

Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast this year.

It has been a huge privilege to be able to speak to some incredible guests, share my thoughts with you, and continue to use this platform to learn out loud.

I’m looking forward to 2023 – see you then.

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E145: These Two Questions Will Change Your Life

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 04:30:20 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I've been for the last few weeks, I share one goal I know I'm going to have in 2023, and I uncover two questions which you can ask yourself to remove almost any area of discomfort you have in life.

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E144: Change The Way You See Yourself

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 04:30:48 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why you should focus on the fundamentals of your life, and I discuss the importance of changing the way you see yourself and your achievements.

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E143: Answering Questions on Blue Tick DM Slides and Making The Most of Your Time

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:30:47 GMT

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On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I answer your questions as I try to overcome a cold.

Also sidenote: Something went wrong with the video footage, no YouTube episode this week – sorry!

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E142: Am I Living My Dream?

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 13:50:16 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you all about my busy week in London, I try to fumble my way through this episode with a cold, and I tell you about the moment that I realised that I'm probably living my dream.

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E141: This Process Will Fix Your Life and Why I'm Writing a Book

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 03:30:23 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain how to take control of your life, why you should embrace the competition around you, and why I've started the process of writing a book.

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E140: Monk Mode and GB News Standing Me Up

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 19:23:47 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about GB News standing me up, about my new morning routine, and I explain why I'm going into something called Monk Mode.

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E139: Why Instagram Verification Was Underwhelming and Designing Your Ideal Day

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 03:30:53 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about getting verified on Instagram, tell you about when I'm appearing on TV, and explain why you should design your ideal day - and stick to it.

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E138: It's Easy To Be Above Average

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 03:30:24 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I fill you in on my entirely uneventful week, and I explain why it's easier than you think to be above average.

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E137: Malleable Goals and What Losing a £2,500 Watch Taught Me

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 03:00:57 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the importance of getting malleable goals, the power of repetition, and the lesson I learned from leaving a £2,500 watch in a hotel room.

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E136: 48 Hours in Europe and Tricking Your Mind

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 21:09:43 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell you about my 48 hour trip to Germany and Switzerland, I explain the power of the Expectation Effect, and I discuss why playing tricks on yourself can actually be beneficial.

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E135: Natasha De Teran – The Hidden World of Payments

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 03:30:55 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Natasha De Teran.

Natasha is a co-author of the book The Pay Off. She spent two decades of her career on trading floors and was the head of corporate affairs at SWIFT for eight years.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

How changing the way we pay for things changes everything about the society we live in, and the way it functions.

How payments actually work, and the intricate network of systems that your money goes through each and every time you tap your card or enter your pin number.

Whether or not things like Contactless, Apple Pay and Buy Now Pay Later are making us think less and spend more.

Whether or not Natasha thinks Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies have merit.

And so much more.

Learn more about The Pay Off here: https://www.thepayoffthebook.com/

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E134: Questions on Dating, Imposter Syndrome, the Recession and More

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 03:30:25 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss moving house, and I answer your questions on topics including dating, overcoming imposter syndrome, my biggest achievements this year, and how I'm playing this recession.

Sean Spooner

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E133: Tiago Forte – Build a Second Brain and Remember Anything

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 04:10:25 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Tiago Forte

Tiago is the founder of Forte Labs, one of the most respected productivity and knowledge management minds on the planet, and author of the book Building a Second Brain

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

What a second brain is, how you can build your own, and the time and productivity benefits that come along with it

The four steps to capture, organise, distil, and express every piece of useful knowledge you've ever encountered, to unlock way more capacity from your brain

Whether or not Tiago really is the superhuman productivity god that the internet would have you believe

Why the answers to your biggest productivity problems won’t be solved by an app, or a plugin, but rather, by looking introspectively and asking yourself difficult questions

And so much more.

Building a Second Brain: https://www.buildingasecondbrain.com/

Tiago Forte on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fortelabs

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E132: Doubting Myself and Rethinking The Podcast

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 03:30:32 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why I've been doubting myself, I explain a new direction for the content I'm producing, and I answer a question about regrets from my 20s.

Sean Spooner

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E131: Luke Burgis – How Mimetic Desire Is Shaping Your Decisions

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 03:30:41 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Luke Burgis.

Luke is a founder, professor, and author of the book Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. What mimetic desire is and how it impacts almost every decision you make

2. Why we want the things we want, and where our desires actually come from

3. How those who pretend to opt out of society and follow their own path are often just doing the same thing as the rest of us, and mimicking the actions of others

4. What impact mimesis has on our politics

And so much more.

Luke Burgis

Buy Wanting on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wanting-Power-Mimetic-Desire-Want-ebook/dp/B08XLQZM39

Visit Luke's website: https://lukeburgis.com/

Sean Spooner

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E130: Calling Out My Own Bullshit

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 03:30:18 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the power of finding simple solutions, why you should operate at a level higher than where you're currently at, and I discuss calling out my own bullshit.

Sean Spooner

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E129: Carole Walker – The Secrets of Westminster's Press Lobby

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 03:30:23 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Carole Walker

For more than twenty years, Carole was a Political Correspondent at the BBC, covering some of the biggest political stories in recent history including six general elections, the EU referendum, the rise and fall of Conservative, Labour and coalition governments, resignations, rows and more.

Today, Carole presents a show on Times Radio and has recently published her book, “Lobby Life: Inside Westminster’s Secret Society”

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. What it’s really like to be a journalist inside of the lobby pack in Westminister

2. How the very stories that shape our news agenda are first born, and what goes on behind the scenes before a journalist publishes that story to the world

3. What it’s like coming up against fiery spokespeople like Alastair Campbell inside of the behind closed doors Number 10 Lobby Briefings

4. How you can make sure that the news you’re reading is reliable and can be trusted.

And so much more.

Carole Walker

Lobby Life: Inside Westminster's Secret Society: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lobby-Life-Inside-Westminsters-Society/dp/1783965657

Times Radio: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/radio

Twitter: https://twitter.com/carolewalkercw

Sean Spooner

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E128: Waiting For Permission Will Kill Your Dreams

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 03:30:36 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about my car getting keyed, my elbow getting infected, and why you should never wait for permission to do something in life.

Sean Spooner

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E127: Ben West – This Podcast Could Save Your Life

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 03:30:45 GMT

[Just a heads up, this conversation has themes of suicide throughout, so if that’s something you wouldn’t like to listen to, now is a good time to stop and check out one of the other 126 episodes that you’ll find just below this one.]

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Ben West

Ben is a mental health campaigner and author of the book This Book Could Save Your Life

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. What it’s really like to be in a family affected by suicide, and how the effects are felt by literally hundreds, if not thousands of people, when somebody takes their own life.

2. How unfounded feelings of guilt and shame ended up being the catalyst Ben needed to go on to do some pretty remarkable campaigning, bringing him face to face with policymakers and Prime Ministers along the way.

3. What needs to change for us all to be better at encouraging and facilitating the conversations that can literally help to save the lives of our friends and family.

4. What his journey has taught Ben about himself and other people.

And so much more.

This is a remarkable conversation because, unlike anyone I’ve ever met before, Ben has an incredible ability to take a difficult subject and speak about it so plainly. And in doing so, he cuts through the platitudes that are too often thrown about, and during this conversation he delivers real, important and actionable advice.

Hub of Hope: https://hubofhope.co.uk/

This Book Could Save Your Life: https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Book-Could-Save-Your/dp/0008503141

Follow Ben @iambenwest on Instagram and Twitter.

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E126: Be Slightly Above Average at Everything

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 03:30:16 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I make the case for being slightly above average at everything, talk about how consistent action will create new baselines for your habits, and I discuss getting my first hateful YouTube comment.

Sean Spooner

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E125: Lewis Mokler – Why Independent Musicians Are Struggling

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 03:30:09 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Lewis Mokler.

You might know Lewis by his stage name, HUNTAR. For more than a decade, Lewis has been growing a musical career with some impressive highlights.

He’s played hundreds of shows, gained tens of millions of streams on Spotify, and even landed one of his songs on FIFA.

But now, as an independent artist, Lewis is speaking out about some of the challenges solo musicians are facing when trying to connect with their fans.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. What really happens behind the scenes when a new artist signs to a label

2. How going it alone as an independent artist is fraught with challenges that make it near impossible to connect with fans organically

3. Why TikTok could spell the end of deep connections between songwriters and their fans

4. What celebrity DM slides you get when you start to release popular music

And so much more.

Grab tickets to Lewis’ next headline show here: https://www.theapex.co.uk/whats-on/details.cfm?id=663347&ins=922990

Stream HUNTAR on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2woivlckW1wdml7zq1WW6e?si=exEmcFOkQT6MfSEfNYMUKg

Follow Lewis on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/huntarmusic/

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E124: Half Year Review and Improving Areas Where You Spend The Most Time

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 03:30:57 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I uncover the lessons I learned from my half-year review, talk about adding ads to the podcast, and I explain why optimising the areas of life where you spend the most time will lead to more happiness and comfort.

Sean Spooner

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E123: Jon Yates on Why Society Is Fractured And How To Solve It

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:59:22 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Jon Yates.

Jon is the Executive Director of the Youth Endowment Fund, and author of the book Fractured. He has spent two decades looking at how we can bring society closer together.

Jon founded the National Citizen Service, which has already helped more than 500,000 young people, and he has worked on political strategy, including in his previous role as Chief Policy Adviser to the Secretary of State for Education.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. Why the world we live in right now feels so fractured

2. Why identities, attitudes and even the words we use end up controlling so much of our lives and outcomes

3. Why in the right circumstances, wearing a Man United shirt will make it more likely that you’re offered help if you fall in the street

4. What each of us can do right now to bring our communities, cultures and societies closer together, and begin to mend some of the fractures we face

And so much more.

Order Fractured here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/fractured/jon-yates/9780008463991

—

Jon Yates

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonpayates

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E122: Getting More Enjoyment From Less

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 05:15:15 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about what I'm doing to try and improve my energy levels, and I discuss why I'm going back to basics to try and get more enjoyment from less.

Sean Spooner

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E121: Lessons From The Podcast Show London

Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:09 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss some of the lessons I learned at The Podcast Show London, share my encounter with meeting Gary Lineker, and explain why I need to start treating this podcast like my second business.

Sean Spooner

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E120: Confidence Is 90% Of The Battle

Fri, 20 May 2022 05:00:17 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why confidence is 90% of the battle, and explore the importance of not losing your sense of identity when making changes in life.

Sean Spooner

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E119: The Importance of Solitude and Why You Shouldn't Stop When It Gets Hard

Fri, 13 May 2022 05:45:20 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss the value of solitude, the power of understanding where your idols began, and why it's so much easier to continue than it is to start again.

Sean Spooner

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E118: Nir Eyal on Becoming Indistractable and Stealing Back Your Attention

Fri, 06 May 2022 05:00:58 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Nir Eyal.

Once called "The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology", Nir works at the intersection of psychology, technology and business – and is an expert in how to build positive habits and avoid negative ones.

He’s also the author of the best selling books Hooked and Indistractable.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

- Why big tech companies and media outlets will never help you win back more of your attention, and why it’s on each of us to take personal responsibility to do just that.

- The tools and techniques you can use to win back your attention, find more focus, and make better use of your time.

- The truth about what really causes distraction – and how the pings, rings, and dings of your smartphone are just 10% of the story.

- Why values, goals and time management will do more for your productivity than any exciting-sounding fad ever will.

And so much more.

Nir Eyal

Website: https://www.nirandfar.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nireyal

Indistractable: https://indistractable.com/

Sean Spooner

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E117: Malleable Identity and Hitting a Brick Wall

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:06:09 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss the concept of Malleable Identity and talk about failing 75 Hard again.

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E116: Ollie Horton on Exactly How To Start Your Fitness Journey

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 20:04:24 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I sat down with Ollie Horton to uncover exactly how you can get started on your fitness journey.

Ollie is a personal trainer who is just about to enter training to become an Officer in the British Army. Given that he's taking a step away from the world of training others, I wanted to use this opportunity to uncover all of the advice Ollie would give to someone who wants to take the first step on their fitness journey.

In the next hour, you're going to learn:

- How to find the confidence to step into a gym

- What to look for when picking the right gym for you

- The kind of training programme to follow in the gym

- How to lose weight or gain muscle using food

- The importance of rest and recovery

And a lot more.

Ollie Horton

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olliehortonpt/

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0YWAwsQcWT1zREPqyBXiHx?si=af1a566121c14a91

Sean Spooner

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E115: The Irreversible Path of Self-Improvement

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:31:34 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about 75 Hard leaving me ruined, and how you can never close the door once you begin on the journey of self-improvement.

Sean Spooner

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E114: How To Actually Build Confidence

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 03:30:50 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share everything I know about how to build real confidence. This episode includes clips from my conversations with Chris Williamson, Rory Sutherland, Max Fosh and others.

Sean Spooner

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E113: Questions on Regret and Advice To My 18-Year-Old Self

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 03:30:21 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I answer questions about what advice I'd give to my 18-year-old self, what bad decisions I've made recently, and about the release structure of this podcast.

Sean Spooner

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E112: Adam Hart on How Evolution Left Us Unfit For Purpose

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:30:43 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Professor Adam Hart.

Adam is a scientist, broadcaster, and author of the book Unfit for Purpose: When Human Evolution Collides with the Modern World.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

– How our evolutionary history has left us unprepared for the world we now inhabit

– How evolution can explain our imagination, fake news, our social media addictions, and just about everything else we experience

– Why war and conflict pose such a difficult question about whether or not we have evolved to be violent

– Why the potency of fast food, drugs, gambling, and digital devices cause such challenges for us

And so much more.

Get your copy of ‘Unfit For Purpose’ here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B086YGQ7B9/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

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Adam Hart on Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamhartscience

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E111: Trying Something Harder Than 75 Hard

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 04:30:18 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the process of booking podcast guests, explain why I'm trying 75 Hard again, and discuss my plan to force myself to have one unnecessary interaction each day.

Sean Spooner

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E110: Rory Sutherland on the Behavioural Science of Lockdowns, Tinder, EVs and more

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 04:32:12 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Rory Sutherland.

Rory is a Behavioural Sciences expert, the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, and author of books including ''Alchemy' and 'Transport for Humans: Are We There Yet?'

In the next hour, you're going to learn:

– Why Rory and his team at Ogilvy started remote working long before the pandemic, back in 2018

– Why the tools of Behavioural Science allowed Rory to predict many of the behaviours that surprised most of us during lockdown

– Why we act differently when driving Electic Cars

– How the price of fuel is more palatable when there's a good reason for the increase – like international sanctions

– What advice Rory would give to create the perfect Tinder profile

And so much more.

Sean Spooner

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E109: Stranded at the O2, Gratitude and Jamal Edwards

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 19:29:02 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about getting stranded at the O2 after Dave's gig, about gratitude, and about the death of Jamal Edwards.

Sean Spooner

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E108: Laura Watkins and Vanessa Dietzel on Finding Your Purpose and Avoiding Burn Out

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 04:30:19 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Laura Watkins and Vanessa Dietzel, authors of The Performance Curve.

Laura is a neuroscientist and leadership and organisation specialist, whilst Vanessa brings unique insight from her blend of corporate experience, coaching, and teaching breathwork and yoga.

Together, they’ve created a really interesting framework.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

- How to break the cycle of going through boom and bust in life, and ride the performance curve

- What we can learn from listening to our emotions, and focusing on our feelings

- The power of paradoxical thinking, and how it can help us uncover the truly best outcomes in challenging situations

- A process to find what your true guiding purpose is in life

And so much more

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E107: Quitting The News Cold Turkey

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:07 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why I've quit the news cold turkey, the reason I'm ditching the EV in favour of a normal car, and how I might be allergic to mustard!

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E106: Patrick Poster on the £4m Secret Life of a Gambling Addict

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 04:30:46 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Patrick Foster.

For 12 years Patrick lived a secret second life.

To his friends and family, he was a happy, successful teacher.

But behind the scenes, Patrick was battling a gambling addiction.

It’s one that would eventually cost him over £4,000,000, cost him his job, and almost cost him his life.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. How an innocent hobby can turn into an all-consuming addiction.

2. The bet that changed Patrick’s life forever, and why winning £35,000 was the worst thing that would have happened to him.

3. How it feels to gamble more than £4 million, borrow money, and eventually be found out.

4. How Patrick managed to step away from his addiction, and enter into recovery.

And so much more.

This is an interesting and important conversation.

Patrick’s willingness to be so open, honest and raw about his story not only shines a light on just how serious problem gambling can be, but also that recovery is possible.

Give this one a listen, and make sure you share it with anyone you think would benefit from hearing it.

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E105: Don't 'Fake It Until You Make It'

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 06:00:45 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about latent potential, discuss the downsides of faking it until you make it, and explore a way to find acceptance in difficult situations.

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E104: Max Fosh on Lessons From Being a Fake Model, Facing Laurence Fox & More

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:30:37 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Max Fosh. Max is a YouTuber and comedian and somebody who has put himself into some really unusual situations.

Like running to be London Mayor against fellow Old Harrovian Lawrence Fox, faking being a model at London Fashion Week, burying £10,000 in cash for a treasure hunt, and more.

In the next hour, expect to learn:

1. The reality of going from presenting a local radio show with just two listeners to now having over 50,000,000 views

2. Where Max finds the confidence to put himself into THE most uncomfortable of situations

3. The lessons Max learned from filming some of his most popular videos

4. A mindset to use to push yourself through difficult challenges and reach the upside that sits on the other side of them

And so much more.

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E103: Lean Into Discomfort and Force Change

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 04:30:58 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about the dangers of inaction, and I discuss why you should lean into discomfort and force change.

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E102: Rick Pastoor on Finding Focus and Getting a Grip of Your Life

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 04:30:01 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Rick Pastoor. Rick is an entrepreneur, developer and author of the new book 'GRIP – The Art of Working Smart'.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

• Why relying on a to-do list and the demands of others will always leave you overworked, overwhelmed and burned out.

• How to use your calendar to actually prioritise your life, by using the finite time we have available to pick truly important tasks to complete.

• How to plan for and set goals that you will actually achieve in 2022, and the importance of breaking goals down into smaller tasks.

• What to do, when you find yourself having an unproductive day.

And so much more.

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E101: 2022 Goals, Catching Covid, and Resetting My Sleeping Pattern

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 04:30:13 GMT

On this, the first episode of Life and Lessons of the year, I share what I got up to on my break from podcasting, tell the story of catching Covid, and run through the goals, systems and mindsets that I'm taking with me into 2022.

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E100: Episode 100 Q&A

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 04:30:46 GMT

This is it – episode 100 of Life and Lessons. On this week’s episode, I spend over an hour answering your questions, on everything from my favourite self-help books, to what was the most difficult episodes to record.

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E99: Foundations

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 18:28:09 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about why I'm going to be avoiding the news for a few weeks, and I reflect on what this past year has taught me.

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E98: Deciding Your Own Freedoms

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 04:30:32 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss the balancing act of deciding your own freedoms, and I talk about the challenge of booking podcast guests.

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E97: The Worst Shape Of My Life

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 04:30:58 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about coming to the realisation that I'm probably in the worst shape of my life, and I talk about what I'm going to do about it.

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E96: Avoid Big Issues With Small Actions

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:30:18 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about getting the Volkswagen ID3, how you can avoid big issues with small actions, and why it's important to remember that everybody started with nothing.

The episode of Modern Wisdom I referenced: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JJPC7wg5JH4P7b8zvAilB?si=074d19adf2e94882

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E95: Making Decisions Selfishly

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 17:27:53 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why selfish decision making isn't always a bad thing.

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E94: Missing $1.6M?

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 03:30:38 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share a lesson I learned from tweeting about Bitcoin 2013.

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E93: Finding Happiness In The Process

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 18:29:30 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain how a business trip to the Netherlands taught me to find happiness in the moment, and I explain why I still don't have a new car!

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E92: An Uneventful Update

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 03:30:32 GMT

On this week's (short!) episode of Life and Lessons, I give you a bit of a life update.

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E91: Advice To My Younger Self

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 03:30:48 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I answer a question about what advice I'd give to my younger self.

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E90: My Five Week Cough Solved, And A Question About Habits

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 03:30:51 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain where I was last week, talk about the cause of my five-week-long cough, and answer a question about habits.

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E89: Unremarkably Remarkable

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 03:30:28 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why we all need to give ourselves a bit more credit and take pride in being unremarkable remarkable.

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E88: Three Productivity Principles and The Best Night of My Life

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 20:30:35 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share three really important productivity theories, and I talk about what might have been the best night of my life.

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E87: The Late Episode

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:22:29 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I bring you up to speed with what I've been up to for the past week and a bit, and I explain why this podcast is late for the first time in 87 weeks.

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E86: A Framework For Better Decisions

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 03:30:20 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about my second vaccine, I reflect on the past five years, and I discuss a new framework for making better decisions.

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E85: Asking Yourself 'What If?'

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 03:30:16 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why I might need to be fairer to a younger version of myself, and I talk about a lesson that I learned in the gym about life.

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E84: Purpose, New Identities, and Finding Obvious Answers

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:22:46 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss the change of identity we've all gone through during lockdown, why I struggled to define my purpose when asked this week, and why the answers to our biggest challenges are sometimes far simpler than we think.

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E83: Finding My Feet in a Post-Restrictions World

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 03:30:59 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I explain why I've been feeling a little bit lost since the most recent Covid restrictions ended.

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E82: How Young Apprentice Distorted My Priorities

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 03:30:25 GMT

This week, you're going to hear a conversation which was originally recorded for Peter Watson's podcast, Behind The Journey.

We discuss all sorts, including how being on the BBC's Young Apprentice at 16 led me to make poor decisions in my early twenties, the reason I quit social media, caffeine and alcohol, and a lot more.

I know Peter well, and so this conversation just flows. The microphones could have been switched off. The software not recording. And it would have been the exact same conversation.

It’s one I really enjoyed.

And I think you’re going to enjoy it as well.

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E81: Everyone Is Making It Up As They Go Along

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 03:31:21 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about getting emotional over a game of football, and I discuss why everyone is making it up as they go along.

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E80: Journaling, Conversations, and Getting Paid For Things You Love

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 03:30:02 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss the benefits of journaling, the buzz I get from conversations with new people, and how to arrive in a situation where you're paid to do what you love.

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E79: Patter Turned One

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 03:30:18 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I reflect on some of the progress we've made since Patter rebranded, one year ago today.

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E78: Mentors, Resilience, Redefining Success & more

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 03:30:54 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation that was originally recorded on the Two Teachers Talk Business podcast.

The guys were kind enough to have me on as a guest a few weeks back and I enjoyed the conversation so much that I wanted to share it with you here.

In the next two hours, you’re going to learn:

How I first discovered that I had an interest in business

Why I think that aimlessly sending people to university is actually bad news for us all

Where my attitude of resilience and positivity comes from

How and where I find mentors – even if those I look up to don’t know they’re my mentors

And so much more.

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E77: A Myth About Happiness

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 03:30:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about habits, productivity, and I discuss why happiness is a process rather than a destination.

The book I mention in this episode is 'Stillness is the Key' by Ryan Holiday.

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E76: Broken Cars, Broken Phones and Broken Vaccination Websites

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 03:30:30 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I reflect on a week in which everything broke at the same time, and I discuss why I find so much value in using this podcast as a journal.

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E75: Ollie Horton on Consistent Actions, Practical Productivity, Education and more

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 03:30:41 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Ollie Horton.

Ollie is a personal trainer, the host of the Stripping it Bare podcast, and somebody I’ve known from afar for a while.

As you’ll discover in this conversation, as I did at the time, if there’s one person who I could sit and rift with for hours on topics I really care about, Ollie would be close to top of the list.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

The power of consistent actions compounded over years of life, and how they will get you further than any single quantum leap

Why those in the positions you aspire to be are actually just winging it, and why that’s a massively empowering insight

The reason I don’t buy lottery tickets, and why I'm scared of the prospect of winning the lottery

The full story behind my decision to go sober, which is one I’ve never really shared in this much detail before

And so much more.

Ollie and I clearly have a lot in common when it comes to our perspectives on personal development, making progress in life, and trying unusual things. And I think that’s what’s so great about this conversation.

It’s less formal than many of the guest episodes we’ve had in the past, but that's only a good thing. And I think you’ll really enjoy this one.

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E74: Catchup, Bitcoin Punts and Treasure Hunts

Fri, 28 May 2021 03:30:44 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you a bunch of life updates, talk about a £10,000 treasure hunt rabbit hole I've found myself in, and share why I've finally taken a punt on Bitcoin.

Pre-order Peter's book, The Niche Influence, here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Niche-Influencer-Peter-Watson/dp/1527290557/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1622139682&sr=1-1

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E73: Dom McGregor on Growing a £200m Business and 4.5 Years Sober

Fri, 21 May 2021 04:00:33 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Dom McGregor.

Dom co-founded Social Chain, a business that grew to almost £200m in revenue before floating on the stock exchange – all within the space of five years.

During that time, Dom also went sober, and has since not drank in over four and a half years.

In the next hour, you're going to learn:

How running out of toilet paper whilst in university led to Dom co-founding a £200m business

What advice Dom would give to young business owners who are just getting started out in their own journey

Why being honest about your progress, and avoiding to urge to take it until you make it, will actually serve as a competitive advantage in the long run

What perspective you gain from almost 5 years sober in your twenties

And so much more.

Dom McGregor

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E72: Surrounding Yourself With The Right People

Fri, 14 May 2021 03:30:34 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share the story of why I'm accidentally pissing people off when I drive, and I give my thoughts on the three kinds of people you need to surround yourself with to find success.

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E71: Ben Pearson on the Mental Health Impacts of Frontline Policing

Fri, 07 May 2021 05:45:05 GMT

On this week’s episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Ben Pearson.

Ben was in West Yorkshire Police for 19 years, ending up in the force's traffic unit, where you might have seen him on Channel 5’s Police Interceptors.

A series of life events caused Ben to eventually leave the police, for the benefit of his own mental health, and he now spends his time helping to create conversations about mental health – and the impacts of policing.

He’s also the author of the book Handcuffed Emotions, and is working on a second book, Hotel Tango 23, which is out later this year.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

What checks the police are really making when they’re behind your car, and what plays into the decision to pull you over

How a police chase really unfolds, and the countless observations and considerations that go into the act of stopping a fleeing car

The real-world mental health impact of being in the police, and having to deal with death and destruction day after day

What Ben is doing to change the mental health narrative in the police, to help others who are going through the things that he has already experienced

And so much more.

This conversation is a really interesting one but also a really important one.

On the other hand, I got to ask all of the questions I’ve always asked to a traffic police officer, who has pursued and stopped countless cars and criminals.

But on the other hand, to hear Ben’s story, the things he has been through, and the reflection he has taken from those challenges, is really important and has to be heard.

Ben Pearson

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E70: Why 'Hustle Culture' is Fundamentally Flawed

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 05:00:02 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you an update on the past few extremely eventful weeks, and I share why I have been giving myself a break recently.

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E69: Elke Wiss on Asking Better Questions and Getting Better Answers

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 03:00:48 GMT

On this week’s episode, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Elke Wiss.

Elke is a practical philosopher and a best-selling author.

Her book, How To Know Everything, offers a framework for asking better questions and makes the case for why we should all improve our question-asking skills.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

The six fundamental errors we all make when it comes to effective question asking, and how to avoid them

Why creating detachment between your opinions and your identity can help you not only ask better questions, but become a better conversationalist

Why we shouldn’t look to formal education, politics, journalism, or police interview techniques to sharpen our ability to ask precise questions

The reason it’s so important to ask YOURSELF better questions, and a really practical exercise you can make use of to do just that.

And so much more.

This was always going to be an interesting one, sitting down and asking questions to somebody who is, to all intents and purposes, a professional question asker.

But I learned a lot from Elke around a subject that is grossly undervalued, and yet one that holds huge upside if only we get it right.

I’m sure you’re going to learn a lot as well.

Elke Wiss

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E68: An Unexpected Consequence of This Podcast

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 03:00:08 GMT

On this (shorter than usual!) episode of Life and Lessons, I discuss why I feel fortunate to have this podcast.

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E67: Chris Williamson on Identity Change, Sobriety, Cancel Culture and more

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:00:07 GMT

On this episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Chris Williamson.

Chris is the host of the Modern Wisdom podcast, which he has used to have conversations with some of the most interesting people on the planet, including more than 100 New York Times Bestselling Authors – and in the process has racked up over 10 million downloads.

Away from the microphone, Chris is a director of Voodoo Events, who have welcomed more than 1 million partygoers through the doors of clubs across the UK

And he’s also had an inside look into the world of reality TV, as the very first person through the doors on the first series of Love Island.

So with all of that said, you can imagine how interesting a conversation this is going to be.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

How embracing your true self and letting go of outdated versions of your identity can be a huge catalyst for positive change

Why a club promoter who was once a self-confessed party-boy has spent almost 1,000 days sober in the pursuit of improved productivity

Chris’ theory on the true motivation behind those who attach themselves to the cancel culture movement, and why we might one day see an end to it

The exact steps you need to take right now if you want to come out of this lockdown as a better person

And so much more.

I shouldn’t pick favourites, but this is absolutely my favourite episode of Life and Lessons so far.

I’ve listened to well over 250 episodes of Chris’ podcast, so I thought I had nothing else left to learn from him, and yet he manages to spin my head over and over again in this conversation.

It’s incredible – and you’re really going to enjoy it.

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E66: Dealing With Events Out Of Our Control

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 03:00:22 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I tell the story of something out of our control that went wrong this week, and the lesson that it taught me.

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E65: Cameron Rawson on The Secret Life of a DJ, Mental Health, Alcohol and more

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 04:00:47 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation between me and Cameron Rawson.

Cameron is a DJ who has played venues across the length and breadth of the country.

But a year ago, his life was put on hold.

With clubs closed and events cancelled, everything Cameron came to accept as normal was thrown into question.

Cameron has some really interesting insights into the realities of the nightlife industry, and also an inspiring story of how he has used the past year positively.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

What really goes on behind the scenes in a nightclub
Why DJs absolutely hate taking your requests
The mental health implications of having a job that requires late nights, lonely travel, and one that encourages you to drink on the job
And how a period of uncertainty such as a lockdown is a great opportunity to question everything you believe to be true, to make positive changes in your life

and more.

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E64: My Productivity Blueprint and Restructuring Things

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:15 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share with you my productivity blueprint, and talk you through some changes that will be happening to this content.

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E63: Thinking Bigger and Asking Better Questions

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 04:00:04 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk you through the series of events that made me realise that I haven't been thinking big enough, and I discuss why I think the ability to ask better questions is a massively undervalued skill.

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E62: Peter Watson on Financial Stability, Calling Out Bullshit, Business Growth and More

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 04:00:08 GMT

This week, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Peter Watson.

Peter is the co-founder of Distract, one of the fastest-growing and best-known marketing agencies in the Midlands.

But he’s also so much more than that. He’s a prolific founder and investor, currently sitting on six businesses, and invested in a bunch more.

He’s the biggest advocate and holder of Bitcoin I know.

And he has some really interesting views into the economics of the world we live in right now.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. Why university is the best place to be if you want to start a business

2. How to save and invest your finances in such a way to protect yourself in the next economic downturn

3. Why it’s the duty of honest business owners to call out bullshit when we see it online

4. What Peter thinks of the Budget that was announced by Rishi Sunak on Wednesday

And so much more.

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E61: Witnessing a Car Crash and Going Back to Basics on My Habits

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 04:00:17 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share what I learned from witnesses a police car crash, why I'm going back to basics with my habits, and what these podcasts are teaching me.

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E60: Ryan Murton on Gambling £100,000s, Quitting Cold Turkey, and The Future of Dating

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 04:00:03 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation I had with Ryan Murton.

Ryan is the Director of Organic Acquisition at Bumble. Before that, he spent almost 10 years working for some of the biggest and best-known bookmakers, including Paddypower, Betfair, and SkyBet.

Ryan has a really interesting story and some insights that you won't quite believe.

On this episode, you're going to learn about:

Exactly how gambling companies win new customers and what to look out for if you're placing a bet
Why somebody who has won literally £100,000s worth of bets would quit gambling cold turkey
Ryan's decision-making process which has led him to make correct predictions about countless events, including the last seven major political results
What the world of online dating is going to look like as things start to get back to normal

And so much more.

Make sure you stick around until the end, because I ask Ryan to make three predictions about big events we have coming our way, and I promise you, you don't want to miss his answers.

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E59: Elon Musk, Podcast Growth, and Missing The Past

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 04:00:53 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about what the growth of this podcast has taught me, why trying to be Elon Musk will never bring you success, and what I miss about the past.

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E58: Tom Harwood on the Secrets of British Politics, Twitter Division, Breaking News and more

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 04:00:52 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation between me and Tom Harwood.

Tom is Senior Reporter at Guido Fawkes. If you follow political news, or you've ever seen tweets of a breaking news story unfolding in Westminster, it's likely that you've seen Tom's face.

In the next hour, you're going to learn:

What really happens behind the scenes in British politics
Why the pub is often the best place to be when working in political journalism
How it feels to break a bad news story about somebody you know well, and the feelings involved just before you hit 'publish'
What it's like the receive thousands of Twitter mentions every single day

And so much more.

I'm fairly detached from politics; for me, it's a process which occurs every few years when I step into a polling booth, and sometimes it's a sideshow to my life when I happen to watch the news. But this episode was really interesting, to hear about politics from the inside out, from somebody whose job is to be on top of the biggest stories both in and outside of parliament.

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E57: Gamestop, Perspective and Facing Failure

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 04:00:29 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I give you an update on my dad, share the story of failing 75 Hard, discuss how I found perspective through an unexpected conversation, and reflect on advice I gave to a 17-year-old.

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E56: Andrew Tindall from Studying Medicine to Marketing Alcohol Brands

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 04:00:13 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation between me and Andrew Tindall.

You may remember Andrew as the guy who managed to last on the BBC's Young Apprentice for three-times longer than I did, but off-screen, Andrew has a really interesting story.

Having studied for a medical degree at a prestigious university, Andrew changed directions not once, but twice; first, by changing his degree halfway through, and then by starting a career in the alcohol industry.

Today, Andrew is a Brand Activation Manager at Bacardi, where it's his job to help you find an affinity with the alcohol brands you interact with.

In the next hour, you're going to learn about:

The alcohol industry and how it really works
Why we make the choices we do when presented with a bar full of drinks
The real benefits of going to university, some of which have absolutely nothing to do with formal education
What working in care homes and hospices with those at the end of their lives can teach us about ours

And so much more.

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E55: Mental Toughness and Minimalism

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 04:00:25 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share with you an update on my 75 Hard progress, discuss what it is teaching my about mental toughness, and encourage you to watch a documentary about Minimalism.

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E54: Billy Harris on Bio-Hacking, Productivity Enhancements, Happiness and more

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 04:00:39 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you're going to hear a conversation between me and Billy Harris.

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Billy is the founder of the Peak Performance Program. It’s his job to help 6, 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs optimise their sleep, nutrition, body, mind, time and focus – and in doing so, optimise the impact that they can have in their personal and their professional lives.⁣

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Billy is an expert in all things bio-hacking, health and productivity, and in this conversation, he drops gems of knowledge that you can implement into your life as early as today to become happier, healthier, and way more productive.⁣

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In this episode, you’ll learn:⁣

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1. How to avoid ‘brain fog’ and get more done in less time⁣

2. The importance of rest, and how to get more good-quality sleep⁣

3. Discipline and how to develop systems to help you stick to good habits⁣

4. What Billy has learned from having open-door access to some of the most successful business people in our generation⁣

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And so much more.⁣

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E53: 2021 Goal Setting, Accidentally Making The News, and Attempting 75 Hard

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 04:00:35 GMT

On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, I share with you a lesson I learned in the moments before hitting 'record', discuss my 2021 goal-setting process, and explain why I'm attempting the 75 Hard challenge.

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E52: 6 Lessons From A Year Of Life

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 04:00:04 GMT

This is it; the final episode of Life and Lessons for the year. In this episode, I reflect on six lessons that the past year has taught me.

Remember, I'll be back with the first episode of Series 2 on January 1st. Set a reminder!

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E51: Start Your New Year's Resolutions on December 1st

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 04:00:39 GMT

On this, the final 'normal' episode of Life and Lessons for 2020, I talk about why you should start your New Years Resolutions on December 1st, and I answer what might be the best question I've been asked all year.

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E50: Office Refurbishments

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 04:00:25 GMT

We have a catchup on this week's episode of Life and Lessons; I tell you about our office refurbishment project and more.

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E49: Finding Happiness And Podcast Guests

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 04:00:39 GMT

I tell you about the guests I'm trying to get on series two of this podcast, and I explore the patterns I see between the happiest people I know.

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E48: Avoiding Comfort

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 04:00:31 GMT

This episode gets unexpectedly deep. I talk about avoiding comfort, pushing myself forward, and why we have nothing to lose next year.

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E47: Why I'm Looking Forward To Next Year

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 04:00:15 GMT

This week has been a quiet one. Between the lockdown here in Wales, and the amount of work we've had on in the business, nothing exciting has happened. But I take the time to reflect on why I am so excited about next year.

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E46: Questions About Business, Partnerships and Vlogging

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 03:00:06 GMT

After a late night drive home from Wales, I answer questions about business partnerships, how to start a business, and whether or not I would consider vlogging.

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E45: Passing My Driving Test And Buying A Car

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 03:00:03 GMT

I talk about my experience of passing the 2020 UK driving test, and talk about buying my very first car from Cazoo.

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E44: The Eve Of My Driving Test

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 03:00:59 GMT

By time you listen to this, I will be on my driving test. Here's how I'm feeling about it.

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E43: Processing Your Thoughts

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 03:00:23 GMT

I talk about the importance of being able to process your thoughts, and I discuss the benefits of being able to talk to a camera on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E42: 1,000 Days Sober

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 03:00:41 GMT

I answer questions about my 1,000 days without alcohol. Why did I stop drinking? What did it teach me? Will I ever drink again? I answer these and more.

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E41: Confidence

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 03:00:59 GMT

I talk about the importance of having the confidence to do unusual things, how to build confidence, and how it relates to the single biggest regret of those on their deathbed.

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E40: Visiting Auschwitz

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 03:00:16 GMT

I reflect on my visit to Auschwitz last week.

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E39: What Happens After Episode 52?

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 03:00:31 GMT

I give you an update on what's next for this podcast once we pass episode number 52.

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E38: The One Goal I Have For The Rest of the Year

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 03:00:20 GMT

I talk about the one goal I have for the rest of 2020, and accidentally let slip the date of my driving test.

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E37: The Problem With University

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 03:00:07 GMT

Driving lessons, university, and vetting clients - that's what I talk about on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E36: Why I Produce Content

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 03:00:39 GMT

I break down the real reason why I produce content in this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E35: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 03:00:10 GMT

I discuss a thought that found me in the most unexpected of places, and discuss how to overcome imposter syndrome.

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E34: Getting a Coronavirus Test and Visiting Edinburgh

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 03:00:03 GMT

I talk about my trip to Scotland and share what it's like to have a Coronavirus test.

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E33: Measuring Success as a Feeling

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 03:00:40 GMT

I answer questions about measuring success, why I moved to Wales, and when you know it's the right time to walk away from something.

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E32: Thinking Out Loud

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 03:00:20 GMT

I took the chance to just think out loud on this week's episode of Life and Lessons, discussing everything from my dad to renewed goals for the second half of the year.

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E31: How To Get Out Of A Rut And Stay Productive

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 03:00:19 GMT

We all find ourselves in a rut from time to time. In this episode, I talk about some of the ways that I get out of and stay out of a rut.

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E30: Rebranding a Marketing Agency During a Pandemic

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 03:00:05 GMT

I discuss why we rebranded to Patter in the middle of a global pandemic on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E29: 6 Months to Change Your Life

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 03:00:35 GMT

The next six months can change your life, but only if you do something about it. That's what I talk about on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E28: Catchup

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 03:00:36 GMT

I take the opportunity to catchup on what's going on in my life in this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E27: The Power of Being Unusual

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 03:00:33 GMT

I talk about the power of being unusual in a society which claims to reward conformity, and I answer a question about the stresses of running a business.

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E26: Reflecting on 6 Months of Life and Lessons

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 03:00:06 GMT

I reflect on the past 6 months of episodes as we reach the half way point of the Life and Lessons project.

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E25: Lessons Lockdown Has Taught Me

Fri, 29 May 2020 03:00:47 GMT

I share with you the three lessons I'm taking with me from lockdown and I answer a question and entrepreneurship.

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E24: Winning Your First Client

Fri, 22 May 2020 03:00:12 GMT

I answer a question about how to win your first clients in business and explain the thought process behind my wardrobe (really!)

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E23: Forced Reinvention and a Question About Dating

Fri, 15 May 2020 03:00:24 GMT

I talk about why Coronavirus forcing us to reinvent our lives can be a good thing, and I try to answer a listener question about dating.

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E22: Do What You Say You're Going To Do

Fri, 08 May 2020 03:00:17 GMT

I discuss the importance of doing what you say you're going to do, the lesson I uncovered from journaling this week, and the challenges I have faced whilst working from home during Coronavirus.

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E21: Questions About Tinder, Optimism and My Younger Self

Fri, 01 May 2020 03:00:36 GMT

I answer questions about optimism during this period, about my younger self, and about the life lessons Tinder has taught me.

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E20: Avoiding Burnout

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 03:00:40 GMT

I talk about what I'm doing to avoid burnout during Coronavirus, how I built a makeshift standup desk for £50, and I answer a question about food.

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E19: Intrinsic Values and Why We Can't Rely on Motivation

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 03:00:16 GMT

How we can all use this lockdown to make a positive change in our lives, and why I no longer rely on motivation to get things done.

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E18: Space To Experiment and Answering a Question on Education

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 03:00:31 GMT

Why I'm using this period to experiment with my routine, and answering a question about why I didn't get along with education.

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E17: Lockdown Routine and One Question To Change Your Perspective

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 03:00:05 GMT

What's the alternative? I explain why that one question has helped me through so many tough periods in life, and I share my lockdown routine as continue to remain home to fight Coronavirus.

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E16: 7 Books That Changed My Life

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 04:00:22 GMT

I answer your questions, including what I do day-to-day, the books I recommend, and the hardest pill I've ever had to swallow.

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E15: The One About Coronavirus

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:56:32 GMT

I talk about the business impacts of Coronavirus, an unexpected personal challenge from this situation, and why I think it's important that we all remain in motion during this difficult time.

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E14: None Of This Is Guaranteed

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:23 GMT

None of this is guaranteed. That's what an unexpected phone call with bad news taught me this week.

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E13: The Power of Short Feedback Loops and Answering Your Questions

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

I talk about the power of short feedback loops and I answer three of your questions on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E12: Focusing on These Five Things Will Change Your Life

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 04:00:00 GMT

I explain why focusing on just five things – Sleep, Nutrition, Health and Fitness, Mindfulness and Focus, and Education – will help to improve almost every area of your life.

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E11: You Don't Grow Up, You Just Get Older

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 04:00:14 GMT

Why getting older and growing up aren't the same thing, a story from Daniel Priestley that resonated with me, and how it can take years to prepare for a single moment – that's what I talk about on this episode of Life and Lessons.

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E10: Rejected from Berghain and How We're All Making It Up As We Go Along

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 04:00:40 GMT

Getting turned away from the most exclusive nightclub on the planet, meeting two of the biggest names in British music, and how we're all just making it up as we go along – that's what I talk about on this episode of Life and Lessons.

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E09: Complaining Doesn't Lead To Happiness And Why You're In Control Of Your Life

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 04:00:55 GMT

Complaining about the problems in your life doesn't lead to happiness, but you're entirely in control of your life and can fix the things you complain about – that's what I talk about in this episode of Life and Lessons.

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E08: Looking After Myself to Look After Others

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 04:00:27 GMT

An update on things at home and why I need to focus on looking after myself – that's what I discuss on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E07: Running a Business as a 24-Year-Old

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 04:00:16 GMT

What's it really like to run a business at the age of 24? That's what I talk about on this slightly-different-to-usual episode of Life and Lessons.

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E06: The Stories We Tell Ourselves Are Bullshit and Perspective From a Hospital Visit

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 04:00:33 GMT

How a hospital visit gave me the contrast I needed to be grateful, why the stories we tell ourselves are bullshit, and the moment I realised I'm living my dream – that's what I talk about on this week's episode of Life and Lessons.

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E05: No Alcohol For Two Years and Why I Have No Goals For 2020

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 04:00:36 GMT

No alcohol for two years, a message for my 18-year-old self, and why I have no goals whatsoever for 2020 – that's what I cover in this episode of Life and Lessons.

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E04: Coping With Difficult Situations, Living Below Your Means, and New Years Quick Wins

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 04:00:17 GMT

On this episode of Life and Lessons, I talk about why this Christmas was a challenge, I discuss how I plan to actively live below my means in 2020, and I give you three super-easy low hanging fruit habits that you can implement right now to change your life almost immediately.

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E03: How To Hit Your 2020 New Years Resolutions and Why We're All Hypocrites

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 04:00:02 GMT

On this episode of Life and Lessons, I cover one of the things that I was very fortunate for in 2019, I talk about how you can design an environment to help you hit your New Years Resolutions, and I explain why I might just be a massive hypocrite.

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E02: Quitting Social Media, Turning 24 and Talking Watches with Stormzy

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 04:00:42 GMT

Do you use social media apps more than you want to? That's the question I asked myself just before deciding to take the leap and stop using them all for an entire month, cold turkey. In this episode, I talk about what quitting social media taught me and why it might be something you want to consider. I also discuss turning 24, talking watches with Stormzy, and why habits are getting me excited ahead of the new year. [Instagram: spoonersean] [Twitter: spoonersean]

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E01: 23 Years of Life Summarised and Why Now?

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 04:00:00 GMT

In this first episode of Life and Lessons, I do something a little different. To give you a little bit of context for things to come, I try to summarise the last 23 years of my life is less than an hour. I also speak about why now is the right time in my life to launch this project, and what you can expect in all future episodes.

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