Topic

Motivation

Discover key takeaways from 19 podcast episodes about this topic.

This Simple Mindset Shift Will Change the Way You See Your Life
Personal GrowthChange ManagementIdentity Reinvention
Mar 26, 2026

This Simple Mindset Shift Will Change the Way You See Your Life

Dr. Maya Shanker, a cognitive neuroscientist and former White House advisor, reveals science-backed strategies to transform your relationship with change, moving beyond survival to self-reinvention.

The Mel Robbins Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Essentials: Tools for Setting & Achieving Goals | Dr. Emily Balcetis
Goal SettingMotivationVisual Perception
Mar 19, 2026

Essentials: Tools for Setting & Achieving Goals | Dr. Emily Balcetis

Dr. Emily Balcetis reveals how specific visual strategies and proactive obstacle planning can dramatically enhance goal achievement and reduce perceived effort, challenging common motivational beliefs.

Huberman Lab
Huberman Lab
Gabriel Iglesias Turned Down $1,000,000 To Be Face Of Ozempic I CLUB SHAY SHAY
Weight LossOzempicCelebrity Endorsements
Mar 15, 2026

Gabriel Iglesias Turned Down $1,000,000 To Be Face Of Ozempic I CLUB SHAY SHAY

Comedian Gabriel Iglesias details his personal weight loss journey, revealing he turned down a seven-figure deal to be the face of Ozempic due to its side effects and the demands of the role.

Club Shay Shay
Club Shay Shay
How to Build a Life That Matters & Get What You Want Starting Today
Personal DevelopmentSelf-ImprovementMotivation
Mar 12, 2026

How to Build a Life That Matters & Get What You Want Starting Today

Seth Godin reveals how to overcome self-imposed resistance, choose agency over victimhood, and 'pick yourself' to create a life of impact by focusing on consistent action and serving a 'smallest viable audience'.

The Mel Robbins Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Ethan Is Completely Unmotivated Before His Pro Day Vs. Mintzy | The Yak 3-3-26
Mincy Pro DayEthanMotivation
Mar 3, 2026

Ethan Is Completely Unmotivated Before His Pro Day Vs. Mintzy | The Yak 3-3-26

The Yak crew discusses the upcoming Mincy Pro Day featuring the unmotivated Ethan, the ethics of being a "cat dad," and the disastrous attempt by Jersey Jerry to read a children's book.

The Yak
The Yak
Unlearn Negative Thoughts & Behaviors Patterns | Dr. Alok Kanojia (Healthy Gamer)
Mental HealthPsychologyNeuroscience
Mar 2, 2026

Unlearn Negative Thoughts & Behaviors Patterns | Dr. Alok Kanojia (Healthy Gamer)

Dr. Alok Kanojia, a psychiatrist and former monk, details how to unlearn unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors by understanding the ego, cultivating distress tolerance, and leveraging ancient meditative practices like Shunya and Yoga Nidra to reprogram the subconscious mind.

Huberman Lab
Huberman Lab
The 24-Hour Turnaround: Start Today & Feel Different Tomorrow
Self-improvementProductivityMental well-being
Feb 9, 2026

The 24-Hour Turnaround: Start Today & Feel Different Tomorrow

Mel Robbins outlines a science-backed, five-step 24-hour turnaround plan to combat overwhelm, clear mental and physical clutter, and build momentum for a more controlled and confident life.

The Mel Robbins Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
How Dopamine & Serotonin Shape Decisions, Motivation & Learning | Dr. Read Montague
DopamineSerotoninNeuromodulators
Feb 2, 2026

How Dopamine & Serotonin Shape Decisions, Motivation & Learning | Dr. Read Montague

Dr. Read Montague reveals how dopamine drives learning and motivation through continuous expectation updates, not just rewards, and how serotonin acts as its opponent, influencing our perception of negative outcomes and the surprising effects of SSRIs.

Huberman Lab
Huberman Lab
Derrick Stroup! | Are You Garbage Comedy Podcast w/ Kevin Ryan & H. Foley
ComedyPersonal HistoryResilience
Jan 29, 2026

Derrick Stroup! | Are You Garbage Comedy Podcast w/ Kevin Ryan & H. Foley

Comedian Derrick Stroup details his journey from a chaotic upbringing and multiple rock bottoms to finding his comedic voice, driven by a powerful desire for 'revenge' against those who dismissed him.

Are You Garbage? Comedy Podcast
Are You Garbage? Comedy Podcast
The Science of Self Control: Find Motivation, Increase Your Focus, and Hack Dopamine
DopamineAddictionSelf-Control
Jan 22, 2026

The Science of Self Control: Find Motivation, Increase Your Focus, and Hack Dopamine

Stanford's Dr. Anna Lembke reveals how modern life's constant 'dopamine hits' hijack our brains, leading to a pleasure-pain imbalance that kills motivation and joy, and outlines a practical 'dopamine detox' to reclaim self-control.

The Mel Robbins Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Build Muscle & Strength & Forge Your Life Path | Dorian Yates
BodybuildingHigh-Intensity Training (HIT)Muscle Growth
Jan 19, 2026

Build Muscle & Strength & Forge Your Life Path | Dorian Yates

Dorian Yates, the six-time Mr. Olympia, reveals his unconventional, high-intensity training methods and the profound life philosophy that propelled him from a blue-collar background to bodybuilding legend and beyond.

Huberman Lab
Huberman Lab
Reading Scary TEXAS Stories! -- (Just chatting / Q and A)
True CrimeScary StoriesTexas
Jan 19, 2026

Reading Scary TEXAS Stories! -- (Just chatting / Q and A)

The host narrates four intense Texas-based true crime and personal horror stories, interspersed with casual chat ranging from NFL playoffs and video games to deep dives into conspiracy theories and life philosophies.

The Lets Read Podcast
The Lets Read Podcast
I Almost DIED At 660 Pounds, Now I’m Fighting To LIVE ft. Ethan Benard | Unsubscribe Podcast 247
Weight Loss JourneyFood AddictionMental Health
Jan 17, 2026

I Almost DIED At 660 Pounds, Now I’m Fighting To LIVE ft. Ethan Benard | Unsubscribe Podcast 247

Ethan Bernard details his harrowing weight loss journey from 660 pounds, overcoming near-fatal illness, mental health struggles, and the unexpected challenges of public accountability to reclaim his life and inspire thousands.

Unsubscribe Podcast
Unsubscribe Podcast
Make Wade Do It
New Year's ResolutionsMotivationMovie Production
Jan 9, 2026

Make Wade Do It

The hosts challenge each other to hilarious and absurd motivational tactics for New Year's resolutions, culminating in Wade's unexpected win and a 'One Man Show' hosting gig.

Distractible
Distractible
Level Up Your Life In 2026 | Shaan Puri
EntrepreneurshipCareer DevelopmentPersonal Philosophy
Jan 9, 2026

Level Up Your Life In 2026 | Shaan Puri

Shaan Puri, a successful entrepreneur and podcaster, shares his unconventional philosophies on career, wealth, and life design, emphasizing intentionality, rapid decision reversal, and optimizing for freedom and learning over immediate financial gain.

M
My First Million
The Science of Making & Breaking Habits: How to Change Your Life in 1 Month
Habit FormationBehavior ChangePersonal Productivity
Jan 8, 2026

The Science of Making & Breaking Habits: How to Change Your Life in 1 Month

James Clear, author of 'Atomic Habits,' reveals the science-backed systems for building lasting habits and achieving significant life changes through tiny, consistent actions.

The Mel Robbins Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
What Is Your Full Potential — with Adam Grant and Oprah
Personal GrowthHidden PotentialCharacter Development
Jan 6, 2026

What Is Your Full Potential — with Adam Grant and Oprah

Adam Grant and Oprah discuss how to unlock hidden potential by prioritizing character over personality, taking action despite fear, and redefining confidence as the belief in one's ability to learn and grow.

The Oprah Podcast
The Oprah Podcast
Our Most Impactful Learnings From 2025
LeadershipDecision MakingLife Planning
Jan 6, 2026

Our Most Impactful Learnings From 2025

This episode distills powerful lessons on leadership, life allocation, investment strategy, and decision-making frameworks, drawing from historical figures, best-selling authors, and unexpected entrepreneurial hacks.

M
My First Million
Best Ways to Build Better Habits & Break Bad Ones | James Clear
Habit FormationBehavioral ScienceProductivity
Jan 5, 2026

Best Ways to Build Better Habits & Break Bad Ones | James Clear

James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, reveals practical, science-backed strategies for building lasting positive habits and effectively breaking negative ones, emphasizing the critical role of environment, identity, and consistent 'showing up.'

Huberman Lab
Huberman Lab