Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin

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  Mental Toughness Is a Skill, Not a Gift with Dr Braden Brown 14.09.2026 50min

  In this episode I sit down with Dr Braden Brown, Director of Mental Health at BYU and mental performance specialist, to explore the mental skills that help us perform at our best. Drawing on his experience as a former college football player and his work with high-performing athletes, Braden shares practical tools for managing pressure, overcoming self-doubt and building mental resilience. What we cover: How to manage pressure, nerves and self-doubtWhy psychological flexibility is key t...
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  Why Productivity Advice Doesn’t Work for ADHD with Ezra DeWolfe 07.09.2026 39min

  In this episode I sit down with Ezra DeWolfe, founder of ADHD Tools, to explore ADHD in high performers and why traditional productivity advice doesn’t always work. Ezra shares how ADHD can affect focus, time awareness, consistency and burnout, and why understanding how your brain works can help you perform at your best. What we cover: Why high performers can go years without recognising ADHDThe connection between ADHD and burnoutWhy traditional productivity advice can failTime blindnes...
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  Fredrik Härén : Why Your Best Ideas Come When You Stop Trying 31.08.2026 38min

  In this episode I sit down with creativity explorer, author and global keynote speaker Fredrik Härén to explore what it really means to be creative and how we can create the conditions for better ideas. Drawing on 25 years of studying creativity and interviewing thousands of creative people around the world, Fredrik shares why creativity can be developed, the importance of curiosity, and why we need space to turn inspiration into action. What we cover: Why creativity can be learned and ...
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  Why You Procrastinate (And How to Finally Stop) with Itamar Shatz 24.08.2026 34min

  In this episode I sit down with Cambridge University researcher and lecturer Itamar Shatz to explore why we procrastinate, what’s really happening beneath the surface, and how we can stop relying on willpower to get things done. Together, we unpack why procrastination isn’t simply laziness, how fear, uncertainty and perfectionism can keep us stuck, and why distractions like social media are often a symptom rather than the real problem. Itamar also shares practical strategies from his book S...
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  Chris Barnes: The Truth About Your Genes, Health & Longevity 17.08.2026 44min

  In this episode I sit down with epigenetic longevity strategist Chris Barnes to explore how our genes influence our health, and why our genetics don't necessarily determine our future. Together, we unpack the science of epigenetics, how everyday choices like sleep, nutrition, movement and stress can influence gene expression, and why a personalised approach to health may be more effective than blindly following the latest diet, supplement or longevity trend. What we cover: What epigenet...
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  Jonathan Wilson : The Mental Health Crisis No One Sees Coming 10.08.2026 47min

  In this episode I sit down with former Navy SEAL Jonathan Wilson to explore what truly separates those who succeed under extreme pressure from those who don't, and why mental health may be the next frontier of high performance. Together, we discuss the mindset required to survive one of the toughest military selection processes in the world, the hidden cost of elite performance, and Jonathan's deeply personal journey from combat, loss and depression to building technology that can detect de...
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  Why Your Nervous System Controls Your Success with Rachel Pfeiffer 03.08.2026 35min

  In this episode I sit down with psychotherapist Rachel to explore why your nervous system may be the hidden factor shaping your success, stress and wellbeing. Together, we unpack why high performers often live from the mind instead of the body, how unresolved patterns keep us stuck, and why slowing down can feel so uncomfortable. Rachel also guides me through a powerful live somatic exercise that completely shifted my perspective. What we cover: Why your nervous system determines ...
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  Jason Koster on Mental Toughness, Discipline & Elite Performance 27.07.2026 55min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with New Zealand Commonwealth Games medallist, international judo representative, and high-performance coach Jason Koster to explore what it really takes to sustain excellence over decades. We discuss the power of simple daily habits, mental resilience, visualisation, coaching with empathy, building high-performing teams, setting uncompromising standards, and why success is built by focusing on the process rather than the ...
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  Dr. Anna Marie Frank: The Hidden Signs Your Nervous System Is Burnt Out 20.07.2026 37min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with functional health expert Dr. Anna Marie Frank to explore how your nervous system, mindset, and body work together to shape your health, energy, and performance. We discuss the hidden signs of stress, practical ways to regulate your nervous system, improve sleep and gut health, overcome burnout, and harness the power of your thoughts to influence your wellbeing. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, looking to optimise...
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  How to Build a Strong Body for Life | Jerzy Gregorek 13.07.2026 54min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with four-time world champion weightlifter and creator of the Happy Body programme, Jerzy Gregorek, to explore why the best life is built through hard choices, daily discipline, and relentless self-improvement. Jerzy shares the mindset that has guided him from escaping communist Poland to becoming one of the world's leading experts in longevity, strength, and healthy ageing. We discuss the power of micro-improvements, life...
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  The Truth About Sauna, Cold Plunges and Longevity | Bill Gifford 06.07.2026 31min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author and health journalist Bill Gifford to explore the science of heat therapy and why sauna has been a cornerstone of health and longevity for thousands of years. Bill shares insights from his new book Hot Wired, explaining what happens inside the body during heat exposure, the surprising research behind sauna and cardiovascular health, the role of heat shock proteins, and why the Finnish approach is fa...
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  How to Beat Jet Lag (Backed by Science) | Andrew Herr 29.06.2026 45min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with performance scientist and health strategist Andrew Herr to explore what air travel really does to your body and how to minimise the impact of frequent flying. Andrew explains the hidden effects of altitude, inflammation, jet lag, gut health and fatigue, while sharing practical strategies to improve recovery before, during and after a flight. We also discuss nutrition, hydration, compression, sleep, blue light, hotel r...
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  Why Change Feels So Hard (Even When It's Good) Travis Hahler 22.06.2026 42min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with leadership strategist and author Travis Hahler to explore the neuroscience of change and why resistance isn't something to fight, it's something to understand. Travis shares practical insights from his new book Rethink Resistance, explaining why all change involves loss, how our brains respond to uncertainty, and what leaders can do to help people navigate transformation more effectively. We discuss habits, psychologi...
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  The Secret to Building Mental Strength with Amy Morin 15.06.2026 38min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author, psychotherapist, and mental strength expert Amy Morin to explore what it really means to build resilience, overcome anxiety, and develop lasting mental strength. Amy shares practical strategies for handling stress, managing worry, building confidence under pressure, and taking ownership of your thoughts, emotions, and actions. We discuss the habits that weaken mental strength, why gratitude and hop...
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  Kieran Read on Leadership, Pressure and High Performance 08.06.2026 53min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with Kieran Read to explore leadership, pressure, performance, and the habits that helped him become one of the greatest All Blacks captains of all time. Kieran shares lessons from legendary coaches Steve Hansen and Scott Robertson, the routines and reflection practices that fuelled his success, and how great leaders inspire belief, build trust, and bring out the best in others. We also discuss mindset under pressure, se...
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  Why Hustle Culture Is Failing Us | Mohammed Faris 01.06.2026 40min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with Mohammed Faris to explore a different approach to productivity, one rooted in purpose, faith, and long term thinking rather than hustle culture. Mohammed shares the story behind the Productive Muslim movement, the meaning of Barakah, and how habits, gratitude, prayer, generosity, and community can help us live and perform at a higher level without burning out. We also discuss early morning routines, spirituality, me...
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  The Daily Habits of Mentally Strong Leaders | Graeme Cowan 25.05.2026 45min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with Graeme Cowan to explore what it truly means to lead with care, resilience, and emotional intelligence in high pressure environments. Graeme shares his personal journey through severe depression and burnout, and how that experience shaped his mission to help leaders build healthier, more sustainable ways of working and living. We dive into the core ideas behind his latest book, Great Leaders Care, including self care, ...
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  Why Your Nervous System Controls Your Performance with Dmitri Leonov 18.05.2026 27min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with Dmitri, founder of the One Device, to explore the connection between frequency, stress, nervous system regulation, and human performance. We dive into how sound and light therapy may help bring the body back into balance, improve recovery, support focus, and create a greater sense of calm and wellbeing. Dmitri shares the philosophy and science behind the wearable device, along with insights on meditation, HRV, s...
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  Dr Elie on Ozempic, Weight Loss, and Living Longer 11.05.2026 51min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with Dr Ellie, longevity expert and wellness strategist, to explore what truly moves the needle when it comes to living longer, healthier, and stronger. We cut through the noise of biohacking trends, supplements, and wellness hype to focus on the fundamentals that matter most: movement, nutrition, recovery, sleep, and muscle. Dr Ellie shares why biology dictates reality, how small daily decisions shape long term heal...
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  The Real Reason You Delay Important Things with Dr. Christine Li 04.05.2026 38min

  In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with Christine Li, procrastination coach and psychologist, to explore why procrastination is far more than just putting things off. We unpack the real cost of delay, how it disconnects us from the present moment, and why it often pulls us away from the path that matters most. We dive into the emotional roots of procrastination, the role fear and anxiety play in keeping us stuck, and how to recognise when we are quiet...