Most Replayed Moment: The Role of Dopamine in Addiction and Motivation - Anna Lembke
In today’s moment, renowned neuroscientist and author, Anna Lembke, explores the fascinating science of dopamine and its impact on our behaviour. Discover why dopamine is fundamental to survival, how it drives pleasure and motivation, and why we are more vulnerable to addiction than we think. Neuroscientist Anna Lembke is the author of bestselling book, Dopamine Nation. As a professor of psychiatry and the Medical Director of the Stanford Addiction Medicine program, she has become a leading expert on the brain’s reward system. Her work explores how the balance of pleasure and pain in the brain can lead to addiction and what happens when we overstimulate our reward pathways in the modern world. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/QYBqCgLtgVb Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/wiYqNPRtgVb Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Juli 23min
Gavin Newsom, The Next President Of The US? "America's At Breaking Point & Trump's Playing Dangerous Games!"
Is Gavin Newsom America’s Next President?! The California Governor breaks his silence on the 2028 US presidential campaign, exposes the TRUTH about the Epstein files, reveals what Trump REALLY told him after calling him 'Newscum', and uncovers Trump's plan to rejig the 2028 election! Governor Gavin Newsom previously served as Lieutenant Governor of California and Mayor of San Francisco, and famously survived a 2021 recall election with 62% of the vote. He is co-founder of the hospitality and business empire PlumpJack Group, and hosts the This Is Gavin Newsom podcast, where he has raw, honest conversations with critics and allies alike. He explains: Why Trump wants him arrested and is trying to stay in power for 2028 Why America is at a breaking point and creating broken, lonely males How Biden was pushed out by panic and pressure from the Democratic party Gavin’s personal story of being bullied, dyslexic, and broke growing up How his mother worked 3 jobs and rented out her own bedroom to survive 00:00 Intro 02:40 Can You Believe Your Life? 03:22 Are You the Next President of the United States? 06:11 Your Earliest Context 08:02 Struggling With Learning Difficulties 10:45 We Didn't Have Much Money 13:18 Dyslexia 14:44 Were You Bullied? 18:01 Principles Learned From Starting Your Own Business 22:40 Why Did You Leave Business for Politics? 27:52 Becoming Mayor of San Francisco 32:10 Your Mayoral Race and Your Mum's Diagnosis 37:20 Being With My Mum Through Her Assisted Dying 43:47 How Did You Mess Up? 48:05 Ads 49:14 What's Going On With Young Men? 52:42 What Did the Democratic Party Get Wrong About Men? 55:40 How Would Things Change if You Became President? 58:47 Inviting the Opposition to Your Podcast 1:02:26 Immigration 1:05:45 Who Does Trump Care About? 1:07:19 Does Trump Want You to Fail? 1:12:16 Trump Bribing the Elections 1:12:53 Trump and the Election Fraud 1:16:55 Democrats Not Helping Entrepreneurs 1:19:42 Elon Musk 1:23:24 Your Approach to Entrepreneurship and Tech as President 1:26:26 Is the World Safer Under Trump Than Biden? 1:27:59 Was the Democratic Party Trying to Overthrow Biden? 1:34:08 Am I Sitting With the Future President of the United States? 1:40:17 Homelessness Issues in California 1:43:26 Jeffrey Epstein 1:47:06 Have You Received a Sign From Beyond? Follow Governor Gavin: X - https://bit.ly/44JlVmN Instagram - https://bit.ly/4f1xsRM This Is Gavin Newsom Podcast - https://bit.ly/4m22KdA You can pre-order Governor Gavin’s memoir, ‘Young Man in a Hurry: A Memoir of Discovery’, here: https://amzn.to/40vvfbn The Diary Of A CEO: ⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Justworks - http://Justworks.com KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Juli 1h 53min
Finance Expert: The Truth About Buying a House and How Her 652510 Rule Built $200K in Passive Income!
Renting is smarter than buying?! Personal Finance Expert Nischa Shah breaks down the 65-20-15 hack to making money, why saving for a house might RUIN your path to financial freedom, and how to build REAL wealth through passive income, smart money habits, and beginner-friendly investing strategies. Nischa Shah is a qualified accountant and ex-investment banker who walked away from a 6-figure career to teach millions how to take control of their money. She’s the creator of the fast-growing YouTube channel ‘Nischa’ with over 1 million subscribers, where she breaks down debt, saving, and investing. She explains: ◻️The 65-20-15 money framework that generates passive income without a job. ◻️How to invest in index funds and retire early with compound interest. ◻️Why your job might be making you poorer every day. ◻️The dangerous lie about “saving = security” and what to do instead. ◻️Why the credit card trap is costing you thousands without you realising. 00:00 Intro 02:28 My Mission to Spread Actionable Money Tips 04:28 Trauma and the Link to Money Attachment Styles 08:34 The 4 Steps to Take Control of Your Finances 11:58 Paying Your Debts 13:55 The Emergency Financial Buffer We All Need 15:07 What to Do With Saved Money 17:09 Do These 3 Things Before Investing 20:00 Why You Should Save for Retirement 22:56 Spending Money for External Validation 27:36 What to Invest In 31:09 How to Get a Salary Raise 37:07 Is Buying a House a Good Investment? 44:44 What Is Opportunity Cost? 48:54 Should You Split Your Investments? 53:42 What Does Nisha's Portfolio Look Like? 56:40 Ads 57:31 The Best Book to Learn About Finance 01:01:15 Should I Buy or Lease a Car? 01:04:35 Should We Sacrifice Some of Our Enjoyments? 01:07:30 What's the Best Way to Track Your Numbers? 01:11:12 The Role of Money in Relationships 01:16:18 What Is Passive Income and How to Get It 01:21:59 Ads 01:23:48 Making Millions With YouTube 01:29:41 Doing Your Finances With AI 01:36:28 The Importance of Your Credit Score 01:45:20 What Would You Not Spend Money On? 01:48:52 My Dad's Words Changed Me 01:57:57 I Felt So Much Pain During My Career 02:01:21 Your Hardest Day Follow Nischa: YouTube - https://bit.ly/4kHiVMl Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Ui6eNd 💡You can find out more about Nischa’s ‘Intentional Spending Tracker’, here: https://bit.ly/3GR5gEC The Diary Of A CEO: ⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/ Fiverr - https://www.fiverr.com/diary with code DIARY for 10% off your first order Intuit - https://www.intuit.com/expert-careers/?cid=aud_nativly_reach_us_expertnetwork-fy25_aw_hostread-diaryofceo-na-60s_broad_audio_1x1_intuit-gtm_na_na Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Juli 2h 10min
Most Replayed Moment: Tim Dillon’s Brutal Truth About Gen‑Z
In today’s Moments episode, comedian Tim Dillon offers his candid perspective on how different generations approach life and work. From Gen Z’s growing rejection of traditional success, to his sharp critique of fame, Dillon cuts through the contradictions that shape today’s culture. Tim Dillon is a comedian, actor, and host of The Tim Dillon Show podcast, known for his unapologetic takes on culture and politics. In 2022, he released his first Netflix special, Tim Dillon: A Real Hero, followed by I’m Your Mother in 2025. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/2hFDeAJJ4Ub Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/rOBImYPJ4Ub Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
18 Juli 19min
Vitamin D Expert: The Fastest Way To Dementia & The Dangerous Lie You've Been Told About Sunlight!
Is your daily routine ruining your health? Is THIS habit silently triggering dementia? Vitamin D Expert Dr. Roger Seheult reveals how sunlight exposure, caffeine intake, and sleep can impact cancer risk, accelerate dementia, and fry your dopamine brain! Dr. Roger Seheult is a world-leading doctor in internal medicine, lung health, critical care, and sleep medicine. As co-founder of MedCram, he’s helped millions understand how vitamin D, sunlight, mitochondria, and circadian rhythms impact disease, brain health, and longevity. In this powerful interview, he explains: ◻️How just 2 minutes of morning sunlight can boost dopamine by 250%. ◻️The daily habit increasing your cancer risk (and how to fix it). ◻️What caffeine does to your sleep, hormones, and mental clarity. ◻️How red and infrared light boost your mitochondria. ◻️How sleep, light, and nutrition create a blueprint for longevity. 00:00 Intro 02:27 What Is Roger Aiming to Accomplish? 03:28 The 8 Pillars of Health 09:13 Story of Henry: A Fungal Lung Disease Patient 20:40 Why Our Mitochondria Need Sunlight 27:46 Sunlight and Viruses: Impact on COVID-19 30:00 Vitamin D and Lower Risk in COVID Patients 33:55 Benefits of Using Infrared Light Devices 47:50 Could More Sunlight Help You Live Longer? 51:20 Does the Sun Really Cause Melanoma? 54:37 Are Humans Meant to Live Outside? 57:31 Is It Worth Wearing an Infrared Light Mask? 59:31 How to Get Infrared Light on a Cloudy Day 01:08:14 Optimal Time of Day to Get Sunlight 01:09:34 Circadian Rhythm and Light Exposure 01:11:28 Benefits of SAD Light Therapy 01:13:02 Can Looking Through a Window Help Circadian Rhythm? 01:15:11 Why Should We Avoid Bright Screens at Night? 01:17:31 Should the Bedroom Be Completely Dark at Night? 01:19:23 Do Vitamin D Supplements Work? 01:21:14 Possible Consequences of Vitamin D Overdose 01:22:02 The Role of Vitamin D in the Body 01:24:00 Do Cravings Signal Nutrient Deficiencies? 01:25:35 Water’s Role in the Body 01:27:20 Interferons and the Innate Immune System 01:32:52 Importance of Hydration for Fighting Infections 01:34:35 Should We Use Hot and Cold Therapy Together? 01:36:10 Impact of Tree Aromas on Immunity 01:38:44 Do Indoor CO₂ Levels Matter? 01:39:30 How Can We Optimize Indoor Air Quality? 01:40:37 Faith as a Way to Deal With Stress and Anxiety 01:42:42 Conditional vs. Unconditional Forgiveness and Stress 01:45:55 Are People Who Believe in God Generally Healthier? 01:47:34 Roger’s Experience Witnessing Death 01:49:14 A Miraculous Story: Anoxic Brain Injury Recovery 01:59:17 Should Hospital Patients Be Taken Outside? 01:59:57 Are Melatonin Supplements Good for Sleep? 02:00:45 Side Effects of Melatonin Supplements Follow Dr Roger: Youtube - https://bit.ly/452IbrP X - https://bit.ly/3Udq5NA Instagram - https://bit.ly/3UgDLaA 📃 Research document: https://bit.ly/44Kh1pL 💡You can find out more about the light therapy lamp mentioned, here: https://amzn.to/4lXsUyc 💡You can find out more about the Aranet4 CO₂ meter mentioned, here: https://bit.ly/4lIvRmk The Diary Of A CEO: ⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Linkedin Jobs - https://www.linkedin.com/doac Intuit - https://www.intuit.com/expert-careers/?cid=aud_nativly_reach_us_expertnetwork-fy25_aw_hostread-diaryofceo-na-60s_broad_audio_1x1_intuit-gtm_na_na Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Juli 2h 6min
Eric Weinstein (Ex-Harvard Physicist): The Collapse Has Already Started! Jeffrey Epstein Was A Front!
Are We Already Living Through Societal Collapse? Eric Weinstein sounds the alarm on AI threats, corrupt science, drone warfare, nuclear war, and deep-state secrets like Epstein. A world-renowned thinker, he asks: Are Elon Musk and the laws of physics our only escape route? Eric Weinstein is a mathematician, former Managing Director of Thiel Capital, and one of today’s most provocative intellectuals. He is also the host of the popular podcast ‘The Portal’, where he tackles controversial topics - from the failures of academia to the rise of AI, the limits of physics, and the urgent breakthroughs we need. In this explosive interview, he explains: Why the post-World War II global order is collapsing, and what comes next. How AI and drone warfare are changing war forever. How modern life distracts us from existential threats. Why we must leave Earth if we want a future for humanity. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:03:05 Why Nobody's Talking About What Actually Matters 00:04:43 Are We Already in the Most Dangerous Era of Human History? 00:14:03 We’ve Lost Our Sense of Meaning and It's Killing Us 00:15:24 Why You're More Lost Than You Realise 00:18:29 Society Is Quietly Falling Apart… Here’s How 00:20:15 The Systems You Trust Are Failing You 00:29:38 AI Is Coming Faster Than Anyone’s Prepared For 00:30:04 This Is What Happens When Machines Outsmart Us 00:41:51 Chess Proves the Human Brain Is Already Outdated 00:43:49 What Every Young Person Needs to Know About the Future01:00:38 ADS 01:05:46 Did America Engineer the Two-State Solution? 01:17:52 Intelligence Is Broken — Who's Really in Charge? 01:26:28 Collapse Doesn’t Warn You — It Just Happens01:30:02 ADS 01:31:57 Are We Living in the Wrong Version of Reality? 02:00:17 The Dark Truth About Jeffrey Epstein 02:13:18 Why I Can’t Speak Freely on My Own Podcast 02:23:15 The One Piece of Advice That Changed My Life Follow Eric: X - https://bit.ly/44GO7VV YouTube - https://bit.ly/3GG81bG The Diary Of A CEO: ⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Linkedin Jobs - https://www.linkedin.com/doac KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Juli 2h 31min
Most Replayed Moment: The Gottman Doctors Guide to Better Sex and Stronger Connections
Renowned relationship experts Drs. John and Julie Gottman share valuable and actionable insights on building stronger emotional connections and enhancing intimacy. With decades of research in the field of relationships, the Gottmans explain how to foster trust, improve communication, and deepen your bond with your partner. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/rbGkCfGhTUb Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/K40py7KhTUb Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos The Gottmans: https://www.gottman.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11 Juli 21min
WW3 Threat Assessment: The War Has Quietly Started & No One’s Trying to Stop It!
WARNING: The West is collapsing, nuclear threats are rising. Are we heading to World War 3? Ex-CIA spy and top experts discuss nuclear threats, AI manipulation, and sound the ALARM on rising tensions between US-Iran, Russia-Ukraine, and China-Taiwan. This Diary Of A CEO roundtable brings together 3 top experts: Former CIA intelligence officer Andrew Bustamante, nuclear war journalist Annie Jacobsen, and global politics expert Benjamin Radd to discuss the biggest threats facing the world right now. They explain: How the West is collapsing and we can’t stop it. How nuclear weapons are more dangerous today, not because of size, but speed. Why Iran’s influence in the Middle East is growing and what that means for the US. Why cyber attacks and social media are the new battlegrounds of power. How China is playing a long-term psychological and economic war. 00:00 Intro06:14 Are We Already in World War 3?10:38 The Rise of Digital and Proxy Warfare19:06 Iran’s 12-Day War and the Power of Narrative23:52 Why Global Conflict Is About to Surge25:13 Is Israel America's Proxy Against Iran?36:48 One Miscommunication From Nuclear War41:44 How AI Could Trigger a Global Catastrophe43:25 Did Iran Nearly Develop a Nuclear Bomb?46:28 How Close Was the US to Bombing North Korea?55:17 Was Trump Right to Strike Iran?01:00:15 The Psychology of World Leaders in Crisis01:04:11 How Israeli Spies Infiltrated Iran01:08:48 Why Didn’t Intelligence Stop Major Attacks?01:11:20 Ads01:12:29 What Happens Next With Iran?01:16:21 Is Israeli Intelligence Misleading the U.S.?01:20:34 Why Nuclear Weapons Still Dominate Policy01:31:07 China vs. Taiwan: Is War Inevitable?01:36:30 The 30% Chance of a Nuclear Dead Nation01:40:42 Ads01:46:34 Are Autonomous Nuclear Drones Safe?01:53:06 Where Is Safe in a Nuclear War?02:05:17 Can We Trust Leaders With Cognitive Decline?02:08:06 How a Nuclear Missile Actually Gets Launched02:16:21 Who Can Save the World From Collapse?02:21:54 Escaping the Polarized Algorithm Trap02:25:09 Preparing for AI Deepfakes and ScamsFollow Andrew: Follow Andrew: Instagram - https://bit.ly/46z016W Read Andy’s CIA book ‘Shadow Cell’: https://bit.ly/463wbat Follow Andy on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4ljimta Explore Spy School: https://bit.ly/46yZj9I Podcast - https://bit.ly/4nK8WsC Follow Annie: Instagram - https://bit.ly/4lFVFz9 X - https://bit.ly/44lETje Website - https://bit.ly/40bjTt0 You can purchase Annie’s book, ‘Nuclear War: A Scenario’, here: https://bit.ly/4eIXJEr Follow Benjamin: Instagram - https://bit.ly/40BqixG X - https://bit.ly/4li8Oi3 Follow Annie: Instagram - https://bit.ly/4lFVFz9 X - https://bit.ly/44lETje Website - https://bit.ly/40bjTt0 You can purchase Annie’s book, ‘Nuclear War: A Scenario’, here: https://bit.ly/4eIXJEr Follow Benjamin: X - https://bit.ly/4li8Oi3 Instagram - https://bit.ly/40BqixG Get your hands on the Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/conversationcards-mp Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Justworks - http://Justworks.com Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Juli 2h 36min