

Win the Day
James Whittaker
Ready to Win the Day®?
Hosted by 3x bestselling author, James Whittaker, the Win the Day podcast was created to reveal how the world’s best performers Win the Day … and how YOU can, too.
Featuring exclusive interviews with:
• Billion-dollar founders
• #1 NY Times bestselling authors
• Medical experts
• World champion athletes
• Special forces operators
• And more...
Hit 'subscribe' and let's #WinTheDay 🚀
Hosted by 3x bestselling author, James Whittaker, the Win the Day podcast was created to reveal how the world’s best performers Win the Day … and how YOU can, too.
Featuring exclusive interviews with:
• Billion-dollar founders
• #1 NY Times bestselling authors
• Medical experts
• World champion athletes
• Special forces operators
• And more...
Hit 'subscribe' and let's #WinTheDay 🚀
Episodes
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Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 5min
246. The Urban Monk with Dr. Pedram Shojai (NY Times bestselling author; Doctor; Taoist monk) 🧘🏽
"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be." – Lao TzuWhy is it so hard to change—even when we know exactly what we need to do?Why do we keep falling into the same patterns, habits, and distractions—even when they’re hurting us or the people we love?Dr. Pedram Shojai is a former Taoist monk, doctor of Oriental medicine, and Qigong master. As founder of The Urban Monk, he helps people reclaim their focus, vitality, and purpose.Pedram is a New York Times bestselling author with eight books translated into 30+ languages.Blending ancient wisdom with real-world tools, Pedram is here to help you stop chasing symptoms, heal at the root, and step into your personal power.In this episode:• Why we resist change (even when we say we want it).• The truth about anxiety, burnout, and symptom-chasing.• Daily habits that actually make a difference.• How you can start living with more clarity, energy, and purpose.🍿 Let’s WIN THE DAY with Dr. Pedram Shojai!_🎬 Episode website (including 4K video, full transcript, best quotes, etc.): https://jameswhitt.com/242-win-the-day-jennifer-cohen_Episode links:🎯 Download your FREE Win the Day action plan📷 Dr. Pedram Shojai Instagram⚡ Dr. Pedram Shojai website📚 ‘The Urban Monk’ by Dr. Pedram Shojai🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel💚 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts🙏 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Spotify_Timemarkers:00:00 Who is Dr. Pedram Shojai1:27 Interview starts2:18 Your next best decision is in front of you3:43 Becoming a medical student5:10 Who do I choose to be?6:22 The most important question to ask yourself every day8:10 The biggest turning point in Pedram Shojai’s life11:03 Lessons from a kung fu master15:47 Focus on your priorities (stop watering the weeds)20:13 Becoming the Urban Monk23:02 Download your FREE Win the Day Action Plan23:53 How to stop thinking “the grass is greener”25:10 How the medical systems keeps us sick31:08 Fix the root cause to optimize your health34:55 Is Ozempic bad for you?37:31 How to overcome anxiety forever41:15 Why breath is the best thing for your health42:41 Why so many people sabotage their growth and healing44:36 How to raise successful kids52:42 Pedram Shojai morning routine55:29 How to handle a bad day (or snap out of negative energy)59:55 The first step in living a healthy, energetic life1:01:14 Affirmation1:01:50 Rocket Round_Want to support the show?1. Hit 'Follow'.2. Leave a 5-star rating.3. Share this episode with a friend.This will help the podcast get discovered by more people so they can Win the Day, too.Thank you for your support! It truly means a lot 💕Onward and upward always…#WinTheDayPS — Enjoyed this episode? You'll love this one, too: Episode 242: Ask for More with Jennifer Cohen

Jul 15, 2025 • 20min
245. Weekly Couples Check-In 💍
“A happy marriage is the union of two good forgivers.” — Ruth Bell GrahamMarriage is one of the most rewarding and difficult partnerships you'll ever have.In this episode, I'm going to share the Weekly Couples Check-in document my wife and I use every week to keep aligned, connected, and focused.Onward,JamesPS — Join 20K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿_Links and resources mentioned:🧲 Weekly Couples Check-In [free PDF download]_Listening on Spotify?Leave a comment to share your thoughts.Want to support the show?Hit 'Follow' and leave a 5-star rating to help others #WinTheDay.💕 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6Loving the episode? Share it with a friend so they can benefit, too._Your support is greatly appreciated 💜#WinTheDayIn case you missed it: Episode 188: The Art of Love with Dené Logan

Jul 8, 2025 • 16min
244. 11 Tips to Win the Day (Highlights of the Year So Far) 🧨
“Trust the process. Your time will come.” — UnknownWe're halfway through the year — and that means it's time for a recap of the most legendary moments of the Win the Day podcast so far in 2025.And it’s been a BIG year! Guests of all backgrounds. I’ve learned so much and I hope you have too. Without further ado, let’s get into 11 Tips to Win the Day – the best highlights from the year so far…Onward,JamesPS — Join 21K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿_Links and resources mentioned:Win Your Health with Dr. Michael Breus Live Your Legacy with Lee RichterTake Massive Action with Brandon T. AdamsEnergize Your Life with Erin KingParenting with Purpose with Bryan PostFace Your Dragons with Rich ChristiansenLife by Design with Dr. John DemartiniWin the Night with Susan BrattonRaise Your Vibration with Michael BeckwithRewire Your Habits with Kevin WatheyAsk for More with Jennifer Cohen_Listening on Spotify?Leave a comment to share your thoughts.Want to support the show?Hit 'Follow' and leave a 5-star rating to help others #WinTheDay.💕 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6Loving the episode? Share it with a friend so they can benefit, too._Your support is greatly appreciated 💜#WinTheDay

Jul 2, 2025 • 23min
243. Win the Day Q&A (Balancing Family with Work, Digital vs Physical, Moving Back to Australia, Dream podcast guest) 🏡
"Life is a balance between holding on and letting go." — RumiYou've got questions, I've got answers! Welcome to a Win the Day Q&A minisode.Today we go through:• How do you balance work, life, marriage, and the young kids?• Would you ever consider moving back to Australia to live?• Is it better to write things down physically (pen) or digitally?• Who is your dream podcast guest?Onward,JamesPS — Join 20K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿_Links and resources mentioned:✍️ Want the Weekly Couples Checklist? Leave a comment on Spotify to let me know💌 Win the Day Facebook group🧐 Have a question you'd like answered on a future Q&A episode? Leave a comment on Spotify or in the Win the Day Facebook group to let me know_Want to support the show?Hit 'Follow' and leave a 5-star rating to help others #WinTheDay.💕 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6Loving the episode? Share it with a friend so they can benefit, too._Your support is greatly appreciated 💜#WinTheDayIn case you missed it: Episode 242: Ask for More with Jennifer Cohen

Jun 24, 2025 • 1h 6min
242. Ask for More with Jennifer Cohen (author ‘Bigger, Better, Bolder’; TEDx speaker with 5M+ views) 🎤
"What we instill in our children will be the foundation upon which they build their future." — Steve MaraboliToday’s guest, Jen Cohen, has built her entire life around bold action — and she’s here to help you do the same.Jen is a bestselling author, top-ranked podcast host, and speaker who’s become a force in the worlds of wellness, business, and high performance.Her viral TEDx talk, The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life, has inspired 5M+ viewers.Her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder, is a rallying cry for anyone tired of holding themselves back.From selling companies for millions to working with brands like Nike and P&G, to sitting down with icons like Tony Robbins, Mark Cuban, and Matthew McConaughey, Jen has made boldness her superpower — and shows others how to unlock theirs.And yes… she once got a date with Keanu Reeves. You’ll hear the full story in this episode 😉We’ll also go through:In this episode:• The #1 habit to transform your life.• How to rewire your brain for massive action.• Why most people stay stuck in a rut.• How to raise healthy, strong, and resilient kids.Let’s WIN THE DAY with Jen Cohen!_🎬 Episode website (including 4K video, full transcript, best quotes, etc.): https://jameswhitt.com/242-win-the-day-jennifer-cohen_Episode links:🎯 Download your FREE Win the Day action plan📷 Jen Cohen Instagram📚 ‘Bigger, Better, Bolder’ by Jen Cohen🎤 TEDx Talk ‘The Secret to Raising Mentally Strong Kids in a Fragile World’ by Jennifer Cohen⚡ Jen Cohen website🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel💚 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts🙏 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Spotify_Timemarkers:00:00 Who is Jen Cohen1:28 Interview starts2:15 The gift of being average3:47 How to be resourceful, resilient, and likeable7:40 Why kids are losing resilience9:48 Never put your destiny in someone else’s hands (launching the Habits and Hustle podcast)12:25 Make 10 attempts at whatever you want most14:23 When Jen Cohen met Keanu Reeves17:15 Be more interested than interesting19:20 Why rejection is better than regret20:38 How to maintain your friendships22:56 How to ask for what you want (and get what you want)25:44 How to become more confident — and remove self-doubt29:15 Chase what you want, don't take what you get36:47 If you want something done, give it to a busy mom39:36 Jen Cohen parenting approach42:33 Don’t coddle your children47:16 The #1 skill that parents need to teach children47:51 The number one skill that parents need to learn49:00 When children should get access to a smart phone, social media, etc.52:47 Should parents avoid phone usage around their kids57:54 Do healthy parents have healthy kids58:56 How to make your TEDx Talk a success1:02:58 Affirmation1:03:39 Rocket Round_Want to support the show?1. Hit 'Follow'.2. Leave a 5-star rating.3. Share this episode with a friend.This will help the podcast get discovered by more people so they can Win the Day, too.Thank you for your support! It truly means a lot 💕Onward and upward always…#WinTheDayPS — Enjoyed this episode? You'll love this one, too: Episode 240: Rewire Your Habits with Kevin Wathey

Jun 18, 2025 • 8min
241. The Missing Piece in Skill Development 🧩
“The best way to learn is to learn from the best.” — UnknownThere's a missing piece that most people ignore when it comes to developing a new skill or habit: finding an expert.In this minisode, we're going to go through 10 steps to build better habits by learning from the best.Onward,JamesPS — Join 20K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿_Links and resources mentioned:🐴 More about the Dark Horse study_Listening on Spotify?Leave a comment to share your thoughts.Want to support the show?Hit 'Follow' and leave a 5-star rating to help others #WinTheDay.💕 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6Loving the episode? Share it with a friend so they can benefit, too._Your support is greatly appreciated 💜#WinTheDayIn case you missed it: Episode 238: Raise Your Vibration with Michael Beckwith

Jun 10, 2025 • 1h
240. Rewire Your Habits with Kevin Wathey (founder of Velara Resorts & Baseline Health) 🧲
Kevin Wathey, co-founder of Baseline Health and Velara Resorts, brings a wealth of knowledge in health tech and luxury hospitality. He discusses how personal tragedy inspired his wellness journey and the importance of mindset in habit formation. Listeners learn why most people struggle with making habits stick and the power of routine over motivation. Kevin also shares insights on optimizing your environment for peak performance and the lasting impact of relationships on personal growth.

Jun 4, 2025 • 7min
239. Time to Rethink Your Goals? 🧐
Explore the power of flexibility in achieving your goals. Discover insights from a Harvard study revealing that success often comes from experimentation and adaptation. Learn a 5-step plan to implement small, impactful changes in your life. Embrace the idea that your path doesn’t have to be straight—growth is about trying new things and learning along the way. Make 2025 your best year yet with these actionable strategies!

May 27, 2025 • 1h 3min
238. Raise Your Vibration with Michael Beckwith (9x bestselling author, founder of the Agape Spiritual Center) 🧠
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” — Mahatma GandhiWhat if you’re just ONE mindset shift away from manifesting everything you desire? 🧐Michael Beckwith is one of the most influential spiritual teachers of our time.As the founder of the Agape Spiritual Center, a bestselling author, and a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100, he has helped millions break free from limitations, shift their mindset, and step into a life of abundance, purpose, and fulfillment.Through his books, speaking engagements, and podcast, Michael bridges ancient wisdom with modern self-mastery, offering practical tools to rewire subconscious beliefs and unlock your highest potential.In this episode:• How to find — and answer — your calling.• Why your subconscious beliefs dictate what you manifest.• The most important rituals to include in your daily routine.• How to raise your vibration to fulfil your potential.Let’s WIN THE DAY with Reverend Michael Beckwith!_🎬 Episode website (including 4K video, full transcript, best quotes, etc.): https://jameswhitt.com/238-win-the-day-michael-beckwith_Episode links:🎯 Download your FREE Win the Day action plan🙏 Agape Spiritual Center⚡ Michael Beckwith website🍏 ADAPTOZEN Superfood Greens📷 Michael Beckwith Instagram📝 Michael Beckwith Facebook🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel💚 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts🙏 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Spotify_Timemarkers:00:00 Who is Michael Beckwith1:27 Interview starts 2:08 Michael Beckwith life philosophy (promise, practice, possibilities)3:05 Participate in your own destiny4:15 Make the decision to win the day5:25 Michael Beckwith’s earliest mentors7:02 You are the company you keep8:36 The biggest turning point in Michael Beckwith’s life12:06 The gift of self-love and forgiveness-loathing13:47 How to heal your past16:20 Meditation practice18:10 Michael Beckwith meditation practice20:40 Be a participant (not an anticipant)22:19 How to overcome negative thinking25:17 Michael Beckwith’s favorite affirmations26:33 Morning rituals28:15 Try to see people, not fix them30:48 How to stay positive past divorce35:42 How to overcome limiting beliefs37:58 How to overcome anxiety40:49 The best questions to ask yourself (life visioning process)43:35 What people get wrong about the Law of Attraction47:00 How to use the Law of Attraction to become wealthy49:46 All things are possible51:05 How to find your purpose54:23 The #1 spiritual principle to live by55:01 Affirmation55:20 Rocket Round_Want to support the show?1. Hit 'Follow'.2. Leave a 5-star rating.3. Share this episode with a friend.This will help the podcast get discovered by more people so they can Win the Day, too.Thank you for your support! It truly means a lot 💕Onward and upward always…#WinTheDayPS — Enjoyed this episode? You'll love this one, too: Episode 114: Live Your Miracle with Tim Storey

May 21, 2025 • 11min
237. Your Secret Weapon Against Self-Doubt ⚔️
“Self-doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.” – Suzy KassemWhat if you could massively boost your confidence while eliminating self-doubt for good? 🤔Join me in this minisode and let's find out how...Onward,JamesPS — Join 20K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿_Links and resources mentioned:🎧 Episode 33: Reprogram Your Brain with John Assaraf_Listening on Spotify?Leave a comment to share your thoughts.Want to support the show?Hit 'Follow' and leave a 5-star rating to help others #WinTheDay.💕 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6Loving the episode? Share it with a friend so they can benefit, too._Your support is greatly appreciated 💜#WinTheDayIn case you missed it: Episode 234: Win the Night with Susan Bratton