A few years ago I was a broke, university dropout, living in a studio-flat in a rough area. At 18 I started a company which would eventually become "Social Chain" - an industry leading marketing company. At 26 the company was generating $600m a year in revenue. At 27 I resigned as CEO, and launched 'The Diary Of A CEO' podcast with the simple mission of un-filtering success and giving you the knowledge you need to create the life you want. Thank you for listening. IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven TW: https://twitter.com/StevenBartlett LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123

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Sleep Apnea Expert: Most People Who Have This Silent Killer Will NEVER Find Out! | Dr Andy Galpin

August 13, 2026 2:11:49 22.54 MB ( -22.55 MB less) Downloads: 0

Performance Scientist Dr Andy Galpin reveals the BIGGEST sleep mistakes ruining your health, how to build better energy every day, why your sleep tracker could be making things worse, and whether health optimisation can actually backfire! Dr. Andy Galpin is a Professor of Kinesiology and Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University. He has spent over 2 decades working with Olympic gold medallists, world champions, professional athletes, military special forces, and also hosts the Perform with Dr Andy Galpin podcast.  He explains:  ◼ Why millions unknowingly have a sleep disorder that's silently damaging their health ◼ The morning routine that resets your body clock for better sleep at night ◼ The truth about melatonin, and why most people are taking it the wrong way ◼ The simple sleep tests you can do at home before visiting a specialist ◼ Why waking up exhausted after 8 hours could be a warning sign Independent Fact Check: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DOAC-Andy-Galpin-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf Chapters 00:00:00 Why do you do what you do 00:03:38 What goals bring people to you? 00:07:30 Health anxiety and over-optimising 00:08:33 Sleep disorders are a health crisis 00:10:29 Does sleep apnea disrupt sleep? 00:14:20 Why is sleep apnea so common? 00:15:17 Do I have a sleep issue? 00:18:28 Pros and cons of wearables 00:21:20 What causes a high resting heart rate? 00:21:48 Why is sleep getting worse? 00:22:58 Morning light and light pollution 00:25:16 How much does sound matter? 00:26:51 Best evidence-based sleep supplements 00:29:25 Do you recommend melatonin? 00:34:38 Is there a downside to coffee? 00:36:46 What mattress should I sleep on? 00:37:49 The real issue with screen time 00:47:08 Sleeping when you share a bed 00:48:48 Sleeping in new environments 00:49:34 Optimal temperature for sleep 00:55:34 Ads 00:57:32 Energy management for high performers 01:02:35 Steve's cholesterol results 01:07:06 Why healthy people can have an enlarged heart 01:10:20 Lowering cholesterol with lifestyle and medicine 01:13:55 Low vitamin D 01:16:42 Omega 3 and mercury levels 01:17:32 Exercise and the SAID principle 01:23:17 Use it or lose it with age 01:27:51 Ads 01:28:53 Is grip strength linked to mortality? 01:33:53 How to build muscle power 01:36:26 Does more exercise equal better? 01:40:59 What supplements do you take? 01:42:56 The best way to lose weight 01:50:25 Exercise and weight loss myths 01:52:32 The 54321 method for fat loss 01:54:08 Why am I not progressing? 01:55:50 Can AI create a workout plan? 02:00:06 What motivates people to change? 02:06:26 Are my goals bad? 02:08:43 What is worth doing if you might fail? Follow Dr Andy: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/CQDR1q8 YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5Squ4wN X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1Fw5A7k Podcast - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Fu8uPd7  LinkedIn - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5ykmlog Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/8T6M9KJ Performance Coaching - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/8QLLu9w The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BWjLTZK ◼ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://thediary.com/products/one-percent-diary ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://thediary.com/products/the-conversation-cards-2nd-edition ◼ Get email updates - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5IB1H6E ◼ Follow Steven - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/AGU9QP4 Sponsors: Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Function Health- https://functionhealth.com/DOAC

The Quitting Expert: Michael Jordan Is WRONG About Quitting, Do This Before AI Comes! | Seth Godin

August 10, 2026 1:53:06 19.34 MB ( -19.35 MB less) Downloads: 0

Bestselling author Seth Godin reveals why perfectionism is keeping you stuck, the hidden psychology behind success, when to quit, when to keep going, and why AI will reward the most HUMAN people! Seth Godin is one of the world’s most influential business thinkers and the author of more than 20 bestselling books. He is host of the podcast Akimbo, author of a daily blog read by 1 million people, and coordinator of The Carbon Almanac project, a tool that helps people understand the climate crisis. His upcoming book, The Knot, will be published in September.  He explains: ◼️ Why being "good enough" is often better than being the best ◼️ Why quitting is sometimes the smartest path to long-term success ◼️ The hidden reason you're stuck between the life you want and the life you have ◼️ Why trying to please everyone guarantees you'll be ignored ◼️ Why consistency beats authenticity almost every time Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:11 What You Need to Hear If You Feel Stuck 00:05:54 Where Do Most People Actually Want to Go? 00:12:26 How to Get Unstuck: The Rope Analogy 00:19:15 What Happens When You’re Pulled in Two Directions? 00:21:01 How to Know If Your Dream Is Real 00:21:49 The Question You Need to Ask Yourself 00:23:34 Why Naming Your Resistance Changes Everything 00:24:49 Why Some People Handle Resistance Better Than Others 00:30:18 Why Embarrassment Is the Cost of Starting 00:33:17 How to Stop Shame From Holding You Back 00:41:31 Is Money and Luxury a Worthy Goal? 00:45:19 Are Some Inner Voices More Worthy Than Others? 00:47:25 How the Sunk Cost Fallacy Keeps You Stuck 00:51:49 How to Choose Yourself When the System Won’t 00:57:08 How to Know If You’re Being Delusional 00:58:49 Why We Hate Hearing the Answer We Need 01:04:30 What Else Keeps Us Stuck? 01:08:58 How to Know When It’s Time to Give Up 01:13:11 What Michael Jordan Understood About Quitting 01:14:51 Why We Should Celebrate Quitting More 01:19:14 What If You Have Everything but You’re Miserable? 01:22:42 Is Helplessness Part of the Story You Tell Yourself? 01:24:28 Warren Buffett on What Makes Work Meaningful 01:26:59 What Mark Twain Understood About Work 01:28:01 Steve Jobs on the Work Worth Doing 01:28:56 Is Perfectionism Really Procrastination? 01:33:57 Can You Be Consistent Without Losing Authenticity? 01:35:24 What AI Means for the Future 01:40:19 What Are We Missing About Getting Unstuck? 01:44:13 How to Create Urgency and Stop Putting Things Off 01:46:31 What Keeps You Going When You Could Stop? 01:47:59 The Final Advice for Anyone Who Feels Stuck 01:50:37 Would You Want to Live Forever? Follow Seth:  Blog - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/HZ9q021  X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/8s8qM2H Facebook - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Ali5dha Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/2pHaSZN Community - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/CFL3JLf LinkedIn - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/uLn5a7 You can pre-order Seth’s upcoming book, ‘The Knot’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/F3Rq726 My favourite Seth book: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/FogovP0 The Diary Of A CEO: ◼Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BWjLTZK ◼The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://thediary.com/products/one-percent-diary ◼The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://thediary.com/products/the-conversation-cards-2nd-edition ◼Get email updates - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5IB1H6E ◼Follow Steven - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/AGU9QP4 Sponsors: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven LinkedIn Marketing - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY

Most Replayed Moment: Alzheimer's Starts 20 Years Before Symptoms! How To Protect Your Brain Now

August 07, 2026 0:30:32 5.51 MB ( -5.52 MB less) Downloads: 0

How do I best protect my brain from cognitive decline? Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist and the founder of Neuro Athletics, specialising in brain health, human performance, and longevity. In this Moment, Louisa Nicola reveals how the right kind of exercise can help protect the ageing brain, why one often-overlooked measure of physical strength may be a powerful marker of cognitive health, and the training approach linked to remarkable changes in the middle-aged heart. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/FCjUBa95n5b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/jJOy01c6n5b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos

Top Bitcoin Holder: Ask AI To Do THIS, Stop Trying To Out-Work The Robots! | Michael Saylor

August 06, 2026 1:39:54 18.76 MB ( -18.77 MB less) Downloads: 0

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Secretary Pete Buttigieg: The American Dream Is DEAD. We're Running Out Of Time To Fix It!

August 03, 2026 1:54:40 20.84 MB ( -20.85 MB less) Downloads: 0

Former US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg says the American experiment is on the brink. He argues that the country is at risk of losing its democracy, the problems Americans feel every day are not accidents, and that fixing it will mean doing the hard things almost no one wants to do. Pete Buttigieg is the former United States Secretary of Transportation, the former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, a Rhodes Scholar, and a Navy veteran who served in Afghanistan. He ran for president in 2020 and is now widely regarded as one of the frontrunners for the Democratic nomination for President in 2028. Out of office for the first time in years, he speaks with unusual candour about power, war, the economy, and where America goes next. He explains: ◼ Why he believes American democracy is genuinely on the brink, and what it would actually take to save it ◼ The real story behind the strike on Iran and the "ceasefire" that wasn't ◼ Why a billionaire can pay a lower tax rate than a teacher or a firefighter, and whether a wealth tax is the answer ◼ How AI is about to disrupt not just jobs but people's identities, and who he thinks should share in the gains ◼ What he says the administration really hid about the American troops who died The views expressed are those of the guest, and this conversation is intended for general informational purposes only. This podcast and its associated materials should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal, or financial advice. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:27 Why Americans Feel So Frustrated With Politics Today 00:05:30 Why Trump Continues to Resonate With Voters 00:07:13 How Democrats Helped Create the Demand for Outsiders 00:08:14 Would He Ever Run for President? 00:09:59 What's Really Happening in Iran? 00:13:05 Why Trump Chose Military Action Against Iran 00:15:59 What Kind of President Can Handle Today's Crises? 00:17:44 How Do You Actually End Conflict With Iran? 00:20:43 What Happens If Iran Gets Nuclear Weapons? 00:21:47 Why Israel Is at the Center of Global Politics 00:24:28 What Netanyahu Really Wants in the Middle East 00:25:24 How Trump's Relationship With Netanyahu Shapes Events 00:31:22 Is There Anything to Respect About Trump? 00:34:43 How AI Could Reshape Society Forever 00:40:04 What Happens to Workers in an AI-Driven Economy? 00:45:20 Could AI Ownership Be the Answer to Inequality? 00:49:30 Is Socialism Really the Solution to Inequality? 00:53:02 Would Wealth Taxes Actually Work? 00:59:00 Why America's Debt Problem Keeps Getting Worse 01:00:17 Could Trump Run Again in 2028? 01:05:09 Does the Left Need Its Own Trump? 01:09:50 Why Running for President Creates Self-Doubt 01:13:25 Could Kamala Harris Be President? 01:15:31 What Biden's Health Meant for the Election 01:17:03 Did Democrats Make the Right Call Replacing Biden? 01:19:46 How the Supreme Court Could Be Reformed 01:24:23 What Elon Musk Gets Right—and Wrong 01:32:58 The Boldest Plan to End Inequality 01:49:38 The Hard Truth America Needs to Hear Follow Pete Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petebuttigieg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petebuttigieg TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@petebuttigieg X: https://x.com/PeteButtigieg BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/petebuttigieg.bsky.social Threads:https://www.threads.com/@pete.buttigieg Substack: https://substack.com/@petebuttigieg / https://petebuttigieg.substack.com/ 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: https://linkly.link/2hm7r ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven  Function Health - https://functionhealth.com/DOAC Stan - Visit: https://coach.stan.store/?ref=stevenbartlett&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode11

Most Replayed Moment: Ex-CIA Reveals What Spies Know About Human Nature

July 31, 2026 0:32:46 5.98 MB ( -5.99 MB less) Downloads: 0

What do spies understand about people that most of us miss? John Kiriakou is a former CIA officer, whistleblower, and intelligence expert who spent years working inside the world of espionage and national security. In this Moment, John Kiriakou reveals the lessons the intelligence world teaches about human behaviour, how people can be read through subtle signals, and what years of studying others taught him about trust, deception, and understanding those around you. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/9k4pMiF564b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/eAG8tCJ564b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos

Ray Dalio: I Predicted The 2008 Crash, I Know What Comes Next

July 30, 2026 1:30:17 15.56 MB ( -15.57 MB less) Downloads: 0

The man who predicted the 2008 crash says the warning signs are flashing again! Ray Dalio, founder of the world's largest hedge fund, reveals why we are in an AI bubble, why the US has already entered its decline, and what he thinks is coming next. Ray Dalio is the founder of Bridgewater Associates, which he grew from his two-bedroom apartment to roughly 150 billion dollars under management. He is the author of ‘Principles,’ ‘Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order,’ and ‘How Countries Go Broke'.  He explains: ◼ Why he agrees we are in an AI bubble, and what actually makes bubbles burst ◼ Why he believes cash is the worst place to store your money over time ◼ The five forces behind his "big cycle”, and where he thinks we are now ◼ Why he says the US and UK are already in the decline, and what comes next ◼ What AI will do to jobs, and who ends up on each side of the wealth gap The views expressed are those of the guest, and this conversation is intended for general informational purposes only. It should not be taken as financial or investment advice. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:35 The AI Bubble: Are We Heading Toward an Economic Collapse? 00:12:17 Why Economic Bubbles Burst—and How to Prepare Before They Do 00:16:45 How to Diversify Your Income Before the Next Downturn 00:23:14 How to Secure Your Financial Future With Little or No Savings 00:27:52 Bitcoin vs. Gold: Which Asset Better Protects Your Wealth? 00:30:06 Who Will Be the Biggest Winners of the AI Revolution? 00:34:48 Will AI Replace Human Workers Faster Than We Expect? 00:43:18 Will AI Create Enough New Jobs to Offset Job Losses? 00:48:15 What Would You Tell Your Kids to Do Right Now? 00:58:44 Can Higher Taxes on the Wealthy Really Reduce Inequality? 01:03:47 Is the UK in Decline—and What Would Turn It Around? 01:08:41 Where Should Young Entrepreneurs Build Their Business Today? 01:11:06 Does a 2% Wealth Tax Actually Work? 01:13:11 The 80-Year Cycle: Are We Entering the Collapse Phase? 01:14:52 Can the Next World Order Have More Than One Superpower? 01:20:08 What the Iran Conflict Could Mean for the New World Order? Follow Ray: ◼ YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/2DcHBpW  ◼ Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9F19ATa ◼ Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/KIidwS ◼ LinkedIn - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/2kZZnHp ◼ Substack - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/A3pSLe3 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/3YFbJb ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: https://linkly.link/2hm7r ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven  Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order

Vitamin D Expert: The Supplement World Is Giving The WRONG Advice!

July 27, 2026 2:00:19 20.47 MB ( -20.48 MB less) Downloads: 0

Nearly 1 in 3 American adults now take vitamin D, but Dr. Stasha Gominak says many of them are taking it wrong, and that done carelessly, supplementing can leave you worse off than before. Dr. Stasha Gominak practiced neurology for over 20 years. She earned her MD from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her neurology residency at the Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital. After working with her own patients, she believes that nearly everyone struggling to sleep shares the same hidden deficiency, a conclusion she published in 2 papers and built into RightSleep, the method she now teaches full time. She explains: ◼ Why she believes your skin is the best producer of vitamin D, and why she says no amount of pills or salmon can replace it ◼ Why she believes insomnia isn't a behavior problem but a chemical deficiency, and what she thinks changed when we moved indoors ◼ The role she says your gut bacteria play in producing your B vitamins ◼ Why she believes taking vitamin D on its own can burn through your B vitamins, and what she says happened when she tried it herself ◼ Why she connects the rise in conditions like ADHD, depression, fatty liver and diabetes to the same period, and what she thinks links them ◼ Why she considers supplements a form of biohacking, and just as risky as any drug if you get them wrong The views expressed are those of the guest, and this conversation is intended for general informational purposes only. This podcast and its associated materials should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician before making any changes to your diet, supplements or health regimen. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:20 Why So Many People Are Suddenly Struggling With Sleep 00:03:22 Why Healthy Young People Are Waking Up Exhausted With Headaches 00:07:55 How Your Brain Secretly Controls Every Stage Of Sleep 00:15:15 How Vitamin D Could Be The Missing Piece For Better Sleep 00:20:42 Are Sleep Chronotypes Actually Real Or Just A Myth? 00:24:56 How Can You Prove Vitamin D Deficiency Causes Disease? 00:40:36 Why Vitamin D Isn't Actually A Vitamin 00:50:21 Ads 00:52:20 What Happened When I Started Treating Patients With Vitamin D 00:56:55 Does Vitamin D Deplete Your Body's B Vitamins? 01:00:26 Can Vitamin B Supplements Really Fix Your Gut? 01:14:38 Why Minerals Could Be The Overlooked Key To Better Health 01:15:25 Ads 01:16:34 Does Modern Medicine Accept This Vitamin D Theory? 01:19:43 What Your Gut Microbiome Reveals About Your Sleep 01:24:36 How To Build The Right Sleep Protocol For Better Rest 01:30:27 Is Sunlight And Nutrition Better Than Supplements? 01:34:37 Can Redheads Naturally Produce More Vitamin D? 01:36:44 Why Spending Too Much Time Indoors Is Hurting Your Health 01:39:47 Can You Still Make Vitamin D On Cloudy Days? 01:40:51 Can Vitamin D Lamps Replace Natural Sunlight? 01:42:43 The Best Diet To Boost Vitamin D And Improve Gut Health 01:48:47 What Actually Helps If You Have Sleep Apnoea Or Narcolepsy? 01:55:49 My Most Controversial Health Opinion Explained 01:57:50 The Best Day Of Your Life And Why It Matters Independent Fact Check:: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/DOAC-Dr-Stasha-Gominak-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf Dr. Stasha Gominak: ◼ RightSleep - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Gmn0oAj  ◼ YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/EqV6qH3  ◼ Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/20mY5VF  ◼ Facebook - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/GTUovlV  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 - https://linkly.link/2hm7r ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Linkedin Talent Solutions - http://linkedin.com/DOAC

Most Replayed Moment: Matthew McConaughey - The Comfort Crisis Is Destroying Your Potential!

July 24, 2026 0:25:17 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Why comfort might be costing you more than you think. Matthew McConaughey is an Academy Award-winning actor, bestselling author, and a famously thoughtful voice on purpose, resilience and living with intention. In this Moment, Matthew McConaughey shares why growth requires resistance, what our obsession with comfort is doing to us, and the mindset shift that changed the way he approaches life's biggest challenges. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/lqeNCD5N14b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/zaKGMU9N14b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Matthew McConaughey: https://www.instagram.com/officiallymcconaughey/

URGENT UPDATE - Iran War Expert: 70% Chance US Sends Troops To Iran THIS WEEK! | Robert Pape

July 23, 2026 1:41:13 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

The War everyone assumed was over may be about to become something far worse than we could have expected. Professor Robert Pape explains exactly why the deadliest phase of this war is still ahead, and how this could trigger a wave of terror across the world. Robert Pape is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago and director of the Chicago Project on Security and Threats. A renowned political scientist, he has advised every White House since 9/11 on military strategy and is the author of the upcoming book “Our Own Worst Enemies: America and the Age of Violent Populism”. He explains: ■ Why the US bombing campaign failed to topple Iran’s regime, even after killing its top leaders ■ How Iran seized control of 20% of the world’s oil supply within days of the war starting ■ Why the failed agreement handed Iran a path to becoming the most powerful country in the region ■ Why both China and Russia gain from America staying stuck in the Middle East ■ Why he thinks US ground troops could be next ■ Why he thinks there will be a clash between Congress and the president over who really controls the power to go to war Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:22 Why Robert Pape Isn't Surprised 00:04:04 Why the US Blocked the Strait of Hormuz 00:05:23 The Secret JD Vance Peace Deal (MOU) 00:08:13 Iran as Regional Hegemon, Explained 00:09:40 How Do We Know This Is the Real Document? 00:21:05 Did the War Actually Make Iran Stronger? 00:22:06 The Viral Tweet: How Is Iran Still Hitting US Bases? 00:24:37 Trump Says Iran Is Destroyed — So How? 00:25:39 Where Iran Hides Its Drones ("A Truck in California") 00:29:04 Iran Is Building New Drones the Whole Time 00:32:17 Are We on the Verge of a Global Economic Crisis? 00:36:27 What "Owning the L" Would Actually Look Like 00:38:37 Trump: The US Runs Out of Oil in 4 Weeks 00:40:32 The Midterm Elections Time Bomb 00:52:13 The Vietnam Parallel: LBJ's Trap 00:55:06 Can the US Force the Strait of Hormuz Open? 01:03:07 A 70% Chance of Boots on the Ground in Iran 01:14:39 Why Invading (Not Bombing) Sparks Suicide Attacks 01:24:05 When the Two Crises Collide: A New 1960s? 01:25:01 Will Trump Lose the Midterms? 01:26:40 Is the US Running Out of Weapons? 01:28:40 What Is Trump's Real Objective? 01:34:19 Pape's Prediction for the Next Few Months Follow Robert: ◼ X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/168aNAX ◼LinkedIn - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/EeC1Rpx ◼Substack - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6GWlu8Q  You can pre-order Robert's new book, ‘Our Own Worst Enemies: America and the Age of Violent Populism’ here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9XIQBJ9  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 - https://linkly.link/2hm7r ■ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ■ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO  HeyGen - https://heygen.com/doac

The Man Who Made $100M Before 32: The Secret Was To Stop Letting Them Control Me | Alex Hormozi

July 20, 2026 2:22:05 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Every founder is being told to build an AI company. Alex Hormozi says almost all of them will be gone within months, that the best move is the exact opposite of what the market is saying, and that in a world of AI the only moat left will be reality and your reputation. Alex Hormozi is a entrepreneur, investor and author. He is the co-founder of Acquisition.com, a portfolio of 16+ companies generating over $250 million a year, and the author of the $100M series: '$100M Offers', '$100M Leads' and '$100M Money Models', whose 2025 launch sold 2.9 million copies in a single day and broke the Guinness World Record for the fastest-selling non-fiction book in history. He explains: ◼ Why the practical businesses, like plumbing, are the real opportunity, not the ones built on top of AI models ◼ Why delegating your hardest thinking to a machine makes you weak ◼ Why reality and reputation are the only moats AI can't erode ◼ Why revenue retention matters more than marketing or sales ◼ Why marrying his wife Leila was the best financial decision he ever made, and how the right partner changes your odds ◼ He opens up about one of the hardest years of his life, in the same year he made more money than ever The views expressed are those of the guest, and this conversation is intended for general informational purposes only. This podcast and its associated materials should not be used as a substitute for professional financial, legal or business advice. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:12 How To Use AI As An Entrepreneur 00:04:40 Where Will Value Come From In An AI World? 00:06:52 How To Generate Great Ideas In The Age Of AI 00:08:16 Why Long-Term Thinking Wins In Business 00:13:18 Why Most Businesses Never Reach $10 Million 00:18:10 How To Price Your Product Or Service 00:19:27 The Biggest Hiring Mistakes Founders Make 00:22:44 Why Starting Feels So Hard 00:25:13 What Alex Would Do Differently Starting Again 00:30:10 What To Do When You Feel Uncertain In Business 00:33:15 Why Alex Delayed Starting His Business 00:35:59 The Lessons Alex Learned From His Father 00:39:16 How To Know If Entrepreneurship Is Right For You 00:41:02 How To Beat Decision Fatigue 00:42:29 Is It Easier To Start A Business Today? 00:44:08 Ads 00:46:07 Is Doing Hard Things Always Worth It? 00:46:52 How To Succeed As A Content Creator 00:49:19 How Alex Is Adapting His Content For The Future 00:52:24 Why Credibility Is Your Biggest Competitive Advantage 00:55:42 The Value Equation Explained 01:01:17 Why Delayed Gratification Pays Off 01:03:48 How To Know You're On The Right Path 01:04:35 Does Your Business Need To Be Scalable? 01:09:09 Why Unscalable Businesses Can Be Great Opportunities 01:10:41 How To Know When It's Time To Quit 01:11:35 Ads 01:12:35 Why Self-Awareness Is A Business Superpower 01:17:04 Stop Planning And Start Doing 01:19:55 How To Incentivise People And Find The Right Audience 01:23:01 Business Ideas You Could Start Today 01:26:03 Why You Should Sell To People With More Money 01:32:12 Why Employees And Customers Deserve The Same Treatment 01:38:03 Why Hiring Is Everything 01:38:51 How To Choose The Right Romantic Partner 01:44:18 What If Your Partner Doesn't Support Your Business? 01:47:00 How To Figure Out What You Really Want In Life 01:50:09 Becoming A Dad: How Alex Feels About Fatherhood 01:57:09 How Alex Thinks About Death 02:09:02 Are You Actually Happy? 02:18:20 What Happens If Superintelligence Arrives In Just A Few Years? Alex Hormozi: ◼ Acquisition.com -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6QgE53x (https://www.acquisition.com/) ◼ YouTube -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BEwaKl4 (https://www.youtube.com/@AlexHormozi) ◼ Instagram -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/qSyA93 (https://www.instagram.com/hormozi/) ◼ X -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6LaEqiX (https://x.com/alexhormozi) ◼ LinkedIn -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/2Vqmjxe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhormozi/) ◼ Skool -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/DLi0vBN (https://www.skool.com/) ◼ '$100M Money Models' - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4ExripR ◼ 'The Game' podcast - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9X40GGc 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: https://linkly.link/2hm7r ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Flightcast - Check out https://www.flightcast.com/DOAC8 LinkedIn Marketing - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY Fiverr - https://fiverr.com/diary and get 10% off your first order when you use code DIARY

Most Replayed Moment: The Framework To Instantly Become Better At Conversation!

July 17, 2026 0:33:13 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

What if the secret to better conversations is something most of us never think to do? Alison Wood Brooks is a Harvard Business School professor, behavioural scientist and bestselling author of ‘Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves’. In this moment, Alison Wood Brooks introduces the research-backed framework that can transform the way you communicate in every area of your life. She explains the subtle habits that quietly damage your likability, why people often leave conversations feeling unheard, and the small changes that can make every interaction feel more natural, engaging and memorable. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/CcyUkdPhQ4b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/KtNFPBRhQ4b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Alison Wood Brooks: https://www.talkstudios.com/

Leading Cancer Researcher: They’re Ignoring My Research, Cancer Patients Must Know This!

July 16, 2026 1:45:36 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

1,700 Americans will die from cancer today. 70 every single hour. Professor Thomas Seyfried says it doesn't have to be this way, and that mainstream oncology has misunderstood cancer for 100 years. Thomas Seyfried, PhD, is a professor of biology at Boston College and one of the world's leading researchers on the metabolic origins of cancer. He is author of the book 'Cancer as a Metabolic Disease: On the Origin, Management, and Prevention of Cancer' and co-developer of the Glucose Ketone Index (GKI) and the “press-pulse” therapeutic strategy.  He explains: ◼ Why he believes cancer is a mitochondrial metabolic disease, not a genetic one ◼ Why cancer cells feed on two fuels and the strategy his team uses to starve tumors  ◼ How a ketogenic diet lowers your GKI and makes chemo and immunotherapy work better ◼ The environmental drivers quietly damaging your mitochondria ◼ How his team is keeping glioblastoma patients alive for years, and why almost no patient is ever told this option exists The views expressed are those of the guest, and this conversation is intended for general informational purposes only. This podcast and its associated materials should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:22 The New Discovery About Cancer 00:03:23 What Role Do Mitochondria Play in Cancer? 00:07:52 ATP & Fermentation: How Your Cells Make Energy 00:14:40 The Oncogenic Paradox Finally Explained 00:19:59 Ghost Mitochondria: Cancer Under the Microscope 00:24:59 Glucose & Glutamine: The Fuels That Feed Cancer 00:26:12 Why Do Children & Babies Get Cancer? 00:29:05 Why Wealthy Countries Have More Cancer 00:32:35 Is Cancer Genetic? 00:37:38 The Prescription: The Glucose Ketone Index 00:40:03 How Stress & Poor Sleep Fuel Cancer 00:44:34 What's Inside the Confidential Envelope? 00:45:38 The Patient Who Inspired the Discovery 00:50:05 Measuring Your Glucose Ketone Index Live 00:52:41 The 'Red Zone' Link To Cancer 00:57:42 The Man Who Survived Glioblastoma for 10 Years 00:58:35 Using the Keto Diet to Supercharge Chemo 01:07:12 The Experiment That Could Prove Cancer Isn't Genetic 01:08:10 1,700 Cancer Deaths a Day: Seyfried's Warning 01:13:21 Seyfried's Plan to End the Cancer Epidemic 01:16:05 What Foods You Should Actually Eat 01:21:38 Fasting Protocols & Hitting 'The Wall' 01:26:28 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Cancer 01:28:10 Microplastics & 'Forever Chemicals' 01:30:27 How Cancer Spreads: Metastasis Explained 01:37:07 The #1 Actionable Takeaway 01:39:25 Energy, Hope & Final Words Follow Professor Thomas: ◼Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1MRuOwr  ◼X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/DDF9xxr ◼Substack - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/HKsGFcF  ◼ Professor Seyfried's Biology Department - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/HKwWhwD  ◼ Foundation for Cancer Metabolic Therapies - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6Ehj3Hh  ◼ Elizabeth Ann Weathers Breast Cancer Research Fund - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Bf10aHy  A message from Professor Seyfried: “If you would like to support research on the mitochondrial metabolic theory of cancer, please consider donating to our research. Please remember that no donation amount is too small or too large.” 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: https://linkly.link/2hm7r  ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven Eight Sleep - http://eightsleep.com/steven use code STEVEN for up to $350 off. 30-day at-home trial. Free returns. Ekster Link: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/GSNEWnm

OpenAI Whistleblower FINALLY Speaks: “AI Has A 70% Chance Of Going Horribly Wrong!“

July 13, 2026 2:00:50 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Ex-OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo walked away from $2 million rather than stay silent, and now reveals why he believes there's a 70% chance AI leads to human extinction, why superintelligence could arrive before the end of the decade, and the one plan he thinks could still save us all! Daniel Kokotajlo is a former OpenAI researcher and one of the world's leading AI forecasters. He is the founder of the AI Futures Project and the lead author of 'AI 2027', the widely-read scenario mapping the trajectory of artificial intelligence. His follow-up, 'AI 2040: Plan A', sets out how the world could still navigate superintelligence safely. He explains: ■ What he saw inside OpenAI that made him walk away ■ Why the people building AI privately believe it's coming even sooner than the public is being told ■ What happens if AI becomes powerful enough that humans can no longer control it, and why he puts the odds of catastrophe as high as 70% ■ Why almost every job could be automated, and what that means for the next generation ■ The plan he believes could still lead to abundance and a future worth living in Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:14 Why This AI Mission Could Affect Everyone 00:04:01 Why the Average Person Should Care About AI 00:08:09 Are AI Experts Overreacting or Sounding the Alarm? 00:09:46 Why He Joined OpenAI—and What He Saw Inside 00:13:04 Why He Left OpenAI 00:15:33 What It Was Like Inside OpenAI During ChatGPT's Launch 00:16:56 The $2 Million NDA Controversy Explained 00:19:10 Is Full AI Automation Coming Faster Than We Think? 00:23:59 The AI 2027 Forecast That Changed the Conversation 00:26:13 AGI vs. Superintelligence: The Difference That Matters 00:26:57 How Robots Could Soon Become Part of Everyday Life 00:30:03 Why AI Works More Like the Human Brain Than You Think 00:35:54 Can AI Ever Be Truly Creative? 00:40:55 What Are the Real Odds of Human Extinction From AI? 00:47:38 What AI Will Do to Jobs 00:54:25 The Skills That Will Still Matter in an AI World 01:00:01 AI 2040: What the Future Could Look Like 01:04:16 The Different Futures AI Could Create 01:09:13 Will AI Become Earth's Apex Species? 01:12:58 How AI CEOs Really Make Decisions 01:15:17 Will AI Decide the 2028 Election? 01:18:38 Is There a Safe Path to Accelerating AI? 01:21:51 By 2031, AI Could Do 20% of Cognitive Work 01:24:55 Should Everyone Receive AI Dividends? 01:32:21 What It Will Feel Like to Live Through the AI Revolution 01:33:51 How People Find Purpose After AI Replaces Jobs 01:45:52 Would He Shut Down AI Forever If He Could? 01:49:36 What Can We Actually Do About AI? 01:57:05 Is It Already Too Late to Change Course? Follow Daniel: X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/47vmwiA Substack - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5alnhzB  Daniel's AI predictions: https://ai-2027.com/ https://ai-2040.com/ AI risk reading list: https://blog.redwoodresearch.org/p/ai-futurism-reading-list 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: https://linkly.link/2hm7r ■ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ■ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Stan - Visit https://coach.stan.store/?ref=stevenbartlett&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode11 HeyGen - https://heygen.com/doac

Most Replayed Moment: Are You Really Gluten Intolerant? It Could Be This Instead!

July 10, 2026 0:19:57 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Your gut symptoms might not be caused by gluten. Dr Will Bulsiewicz is a leading gastroenterologist and gut health expert specialising in the microbiome, digestion and the science of food. In this moment, Dr Will Bulsiewicz reveals why bloating, gas and constipation are often misunderstood, and why the real trigger behind your symptoms might not be gluten. Learn how your microbiome is quietly shaping your digestion, inflammation and long-term health.  Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/32c3lvtL5rrQQiAs8QbJsW Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/WGPl0LtXB4b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Dr Will Bulsiewicz: https://theguthealthmd.com/