The School of Greatness
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Lewis Howes is a New York Times best-selling author, 2x All-American athlete, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. The School of Greatness shares inspiring interviews from the most successful people on the planet - world-renowned leaders in business, entertainment, sports, science, health, and literature - to inspire YOU to unlock your inner greatness and live your best life.
The School of Greatness
1w ago
Today, I am absolutely thrilled because we have a true icon on the show. She's not just a tennis legend; she's also a fierce entrepreneur, a champion for equality, and an all-around inspiration. Whether she's smashing winners on the court or breaking barriers in business, she's always pushing the limits and showing us what's possible. Venus has teamed up with Dove to raise awareness about the Body Confident Sport program — a first of its-kind online coaching program developed in partnership with Nike to build body confidence in 11-17 year old girls. Today she shares her passion for shifting th ..read more
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1w ago
Today, we're excited to chat with Matthew Hussey, a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and renowned relationship coach. With over half a billion views on his YouTube channel and a top-rated podcast, Matthew's practical advice on love and confidence has impacted millions worldwide. In this conversation we’ll dive into the secrets of all successful relationships. In this episode Matthew shares his invaluable insights on the key elements that constitute successful relationships. He emphasizes the importance of giving up certain types of attention to attract what you truly need, the disti ..read more
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1w ago
Today on The School of Greatness, we're thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Zooey Deschanel. Zooey is an Emmy, Golden Globe and Grammy nominee and Critics’ Choice Award winner who has charmed big and small screen audiences through her nuanced leading performances in films like “(500) Days of Summer,” the Christmas classic “Elf,” “Yes Man,” “Almost Famous” and the hit television series, “New Girl.” Her band, She & Him, has released seven albums.
Zooey is here to share a more personal side of her story, from her recent engagement to the challenges and triumphs of her career in Hollyw ..read more
The School of Greatness
2w ago
Today Lewis speaks with three experts to unlock the secrets of mastering negotiations, earning respect and trust, and sparking positive conversations. First, former FBI negotiator Chris Voss shares his insights on winning every negotiation with strategic tactics. Next, former Secret Service agent Evy Pompouras teaches listeners how to gain respect and trust from anyone with confidence and integrity. Finally, viral trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher provides valuable tips on how to spark positive relationships through conversation mastery. You won't want to miss these invaluable insights that can re ..read more
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2w ago
Welcome back to the School of Greatness. Today we welcome the inspiring Macken Murphy. Macken isn't just a behavior scientist; he's a master at decoding the little things we do and say that reveal a lot about our relationships and what we're really looking for in love and life. Whether you're single, dating, or just love understanding more about the people around you, Macken's insights are going to open your eyes to the complex world of human attraction. Now let the class begin!
In this episode you will learn
The underlying reasons behind cheating and the differences in infidelity between gen ..read more
The School of Greatness
2w ago
In today's episode, three power couples are interviewed and share the secrets to their thriving relationships. We’ll dive into the transformative power of self-awareness and how it can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships. We explore the impact of inner child wounds—the feelings of rejection, abandonment, humiliation, betrayal, and shame that linger from our past—and how they shape our connections as adults. Plus, we've got some handy tips for juggling the demands of love and work, especially when your partner is also your coworker. And when it comes to the big decision of starting ..read more
The School of Greatness
3w ago
Today, we're diving into a conversation with Chris Anderson, the visionary curator behind TED for over two decades. In this episode, Chris shares his latest endeavor, INFECTIOUS GENEROSITY, a book and a call to action that challenges us to harness the power of the internet and our collective capacity for kindness. With today's culture appearing increasingly divisive, INFECTIOUS GENEROSITY emerges as a beacon of hope, offering practical guidance, inspiring stories, and the latest psychological research to demonstrate how acts of generosity, big and small, can ripple out and change the world.
Bu ..read more
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3w ago
Today we highlight a School of Greatness fan favorite, Mel Robbins. Together, Lewis and Mel explore deeply personal strategies for conquering anxiety, preserving your unique identity in relationships, and bringing your dream life into reality. Mel opens up about her own struggles and the life-changing discoveries that led her to develop effective techniques to calm anxiety. She also shares her wisdom on the significance of staying true to yourself in relationships and offers practical tips for manifesting your desires. Join us for a conversation filled with genuine advice and transformative in ..read more
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1M ago
Alex Honnold is history’s greatest ever climber in the free solo style, meaning he ascends without a rope or protective equipment of any kind.
Above about 50 feet, any fall would likely be lethal, which means that, on epic days of soloing, he might spend 12 or more hours in the Death Zone.
On the hardest parts of some climbing routes, his fingers will have no more contact with the rock than most people have with the touchscreens of their phones, while his toes press down on edges as thin as sticks of gum.
Just watching a video of Honnold climbing will trigger some degree of vertigo ..read more
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Today, we are joined by none other than Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and the brilliant mind behind NYT bestsellers like "Smarter Faster Better" and "The Power of Habit." Charles has been a prominent voice in the fields of productivity and habit formation, sharing groundbreaking insights that have transformed countless lives. Charles is here to unveil his latest book, "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection." In this episode, we'll delve into the captivating world of communication, exploring the secrets to unlocking the power of connection that ..read more