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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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 I was a broke, university dropout, at 18 I built an industry leading social media marketing company, and at 27 I resigned as CEO. At 28 I co-founded Flight Story – a marketing and communications company, and thirdweb - a software platform, making it easy to build web3 applications. I then launched private equity fund, Flight Fund, to accelerate the next generation of European unicorns. During this time I decided to launch 'The Diary Of A CEO' podcast with the simple mission of providing an unfiltered journey into the remarkable stories and untold dimensions of the world’s most influential people, experts and thinkers. If you enjoy the show, please hit the follow button! That's a small way you can help us carry on doing this, thank you for listening. My New Book: https://g2ul0.app.link/DOAC IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123 Economics Social Sciences
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  • Top Psychologist & Scientist (Donald Hoffman): Science Has the Answer to Why Seeing True Reality Would Kill You!

    Top Psychologist & Scientist (Donald Hoffman): Science Has the Answer to Why Seeing True Reality Would Kill You!
    Jul 31 2025
    WARNING: Nothing you see is real, and your brain evolved to hide the truth?! Top psychologist Donald Hoffman reveals the mathematical proof we’re living in a virtual illusion, how space-time is just a headset, and why consciousness is the real code. Donald Hoffman is an award-winning cognitive scientist and professor at the University of California, Irvine. He is best known for his groundbreaking research into perception and consciousness, and is also the author of the book ‘The Case Against Reality’. He explains: Why seeing true reality would kill us How evolution hides reality to help us survive What’s really behind the space-time illusion How your brain acts like a VR headset How consciousness builds the universe Why space, gravity, and nuclear forces don’t actually fit together 00:00 Intro 02:30 Do We Understand What We're Seeing? 02:35 Rhonda's Mission, Drive, and the Problems She Wants to Solve 03:03 Space-Time 05:39 Are We in a Virtual Reality World? 07:50 Darwin’s Theory Suggests Our World Isn’t Real 13:06 What Would Reality Be Without Our Senses? 18:07 Simulations That Prove This Isn’t Real 23:28 What This Means for Living a Better Life 33:43 Understand Who You Are 38:24 Simulation Theories 43:18 What’s the Meaning of Life in This Reality? 44:56 Did Someone or Something Create Consciousness? 46:59 Where Does God Fit in This Reality? 48:24 Was Jesus Divine Beyond Any of Us? 52:56 Near-Death Experience and What Happens When We Die 01:02:05 Grief and Love 01:05:14 Light and Tunnel in Near-Death Experiences 01:07:25 Why Do We Suffer? 01:18:49 What Is Your Theory of Consciousness Proving? 01:24:55 Biggest Discovery: We Can Engineer Time 01:28:59 The Consequences of Your Findings 01:38:26 Mental Health and Illusions 01:45:36 How This Reality Helps You Deal with Life 01:52:24 The Nature of Reality and AI 01:57:54 What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail? Follow Professor Donald: X - https://bit.ly/4obiFIj Instagram - https://bit.ly/478nUT3 UC Irvine - https://bit.ly/3ITwVFC You can purchase Professor Donald’s book, ‘The Case Against Reality’, here: https://amzn.to/4ocB7k3 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: Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Justworks - http://Justworks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • Anti-Aging Expert on How Missing This Vitamin Is As Bad As Smoking, and What You Should Know About Creatine!

    Anti-Aging Expert on How Missing This Vitamin Is As Bad As Smoking, and What You Should Know About Creatine!
    Jul 28 2025
    Anti-aging expert Dr Rhonda Patrick reveals how magnesium, HIIT workouts, creatine, and vitamin D can prevent disease, slow aging, and boost brain power - starting today. Dr. Rhonda Patrick is a PhD biomedical scientist, expert in aging, nutrition, and metabolism, and founder of FoundMyFitness. She produces a monthly series of in-depth, science-focused podcasts exploring actionable strategies for enhancing longevity, cognitive performance, and physical health. She explains: Why cardiovascular fitness is the #1 predictor of lifespan The groundbreaking science behind rejuvenating your heart by 20 years How small daily habits can cut your risk of Alzheimer’s and cancer The hidden link between mitochondrial health, aging, and chronic disease 00:00 Intro 02:17 My Mission to Improve People's Health 03:50 What Impact Will Rhonda's Research Have on People? 05:22 The Role of Genetics in Aging vs. Lifestyle 07:36 Lifestyle and Life Expectancy 10:06 The Future of Aging, Longevity, and Gene Therapy 15:28 Death-Related Risks of Being Sedentary 22:30 How to Improve Your Cardiorespiratory Fitness 25:45 Best Workout Routine to Improve Cardio Health 30:14 Norwegian 4x4 Training Explained 32:41 How the Body Generates Energy and Exercise Intensity 38:28 Why We Can’t Drink Lactate and the Effects of Vigorous Training 42:33 How to Reduce Cognitive Decline 47:11 What Causes Dementia and Alzheimer’s 53:09 Do Multivitamins Improve Cognitive Performance? 01:00:26 70% of the U.S. Population Is Vitamin D Deficient 01:03:12 Vitamin D Deficiency and Increased Risk of Dementia 01:14:41 How the Keto Diet Affects Life Expectancy and Healthspan 01:19:43 Exogenous Ketones and Cognitive Repair 01:24:06 Recommended Superfoods 01:26:46 Omega-3: Effects on Mental Health, Depression, and Longevity 01:32:21 Is Omega-3 Supplementation the Same as a High Omega-3 Diet? 01:41:28 Effects of Creatine on Cognitive Function 01:49:18 Link Between Cancer Outcomes and Creatine 01:50:09 Does Creatine Cause Hair Loss? 01:59:06 Fasting Windows to Achieve Autophagy 02:01:01 Intermittent Fasting: Do’s and Don’ts 02:02:19 Effects of Fasting on Sleep 02:04:49 How Soon After Training Should You Take Protein? 02:08:29 What Is Insulin Resistance? 02:10:28 Benefits of Red Light Therapy 02:11:36 Infrared vs. Traditional Saunas 02:18:41 Sauna Benefits: Reducing Stress and Improving Mood 02:22:12 What Are Microplastics and Are They Harmful? 02:27:48 The Role of Fiber in Eliminating Microplastics 02:31:43 Are There Risks to Living Near a Golf Course? 02:42:18 What Is Choline? Follow Dr Rhonda: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3TYAEUD X - https://bit.ly/3IFvCu1 Website - https://bit.ly/4o75U1F Weekly health newsletter - https://bit.ly/4kYsR4f You can subscribe to Rhonda’s monthly series on YouTube and Spotify: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4l1FZW9 Spotify: https://bit.ly/45l77Lc You can download Rhonda's free protocol guides, here: The Cognitive Enhancement Blueprint - https://bit.ly/44QYF6t The Omega-3 Supplementation Guide- https://bit.ly/44Pi1sE How to Train According to the Experts - https://bit.ly/4mbtzMm Research Document: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DOAC-Dr-Rhonda-Patrick-Independent-Research-further-reading.pdf 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 ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: 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 KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 59 mins
  • Most Replayed Moment: The Role of Dopamine in Addiction and Motivation - Anna Lembke

    Most Replayed Moment: The Role of Dopamine in Addiction and Motivation - Anna Lembke
    Jul 25 2025
    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
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    23 mins

Featured article: Steven Bartlett recommends…


In the spirit of continuous learning we asked Steven to share with us the books he’s enjoyed and been inspired by. Covering psychology and health to business and technology, read on to discover Steven Bartlett’s top listening recommendations.

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I don't know much about AI, but I am now both excited and slightly afraid, but I will now be doing lots of my own reading and research into it. I think it could hopefully be used to make a business out of, so that's whatcI will be trying.

Very interesting

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Absolutely loved it, great insight and absolutely inspirational. Makes me look at my life and do some changes.

Inspiring

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so much information got me OMGGGGGG throughout the whole podcast, love how dr peter explains all the information and helping the listeners to relate and Steve - thank you for asking the right questions for us.

extremely helpful and i love it so much.

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Brilliant guests put at the centre of the pod and challenged / allowed to open up by Steven and the team behind him.
My go to pod for any drive or AirPod time to myself.

More than just a pod cast

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I sense Steven starts out quite sceptical as I did.Yet Jessie explains the simple science behind glucose spikes and their short and long term effects on our health. it has changed my outlook completely and I am a huge fan. I have bought her book and spread the word throughout my family and I have good reason as I'm sat in A&E having had a heart attack as I write this review. interestingly, our beautiful NHS are offering me cereal for breakfast, puddings for lunch and zero salads options. I'm not blaming them but their low fat education needs to change fast. the end of the book made me sob as I'm here, right now, fighting for a future and needing to say all of the things I should have said. Adam Cole.

Fantastic. Perfect timing

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I absolutely love this podcast iys by far my favourite. I work on site as a self emoyed carpenter and I've now swapped my site radio for my ear bud and just listen to these for most of my day. They are inspiring and motivating and some of the ones i've listened to so far have changed the way I think on the subjects and is pushing me towards starting my dream business. Keep it up Steven

inspiring and motivating

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Absolutely brilliant. Loved every minute of this podcast! Couldn’t stop it.
Thank you for sharing.

The mindset dr!! 💫💫

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Steven Bartlett, what an incredible interviewer. Your ability to connect with your guest, to ask the right questions, to make them feel at ease, is outstanding. Love listening to you.

Love diary of a CEO

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Always a great guest with great questions from Steven. Really interesting topics and useful take aways from both Steven and his guests.

Always fascinating

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I think this is My favourite one yet . you never know what people are going through , a reminder to always be kind. a heartbreaking listen to Jessie Talking about his mum . what strength of character he's shown from a very young age . Jessie is an inspiration. I just love your podcasts Steven. thank you

wow , so moving

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