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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...
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May 2, 2023 • 1h 12min
134. The Champion’s Path with Dr. Jeff Spencer (Olympian and superstar coach) 🚀 | Win the Day® with James Whittaker (Win the Day Podcast)
“Well done is better than well said.” – Benjamin Franklin
Dr. Jeff Spencer has spent five decades creating champions. At the age of 11, Jeff wrote a contract with himself to make the 1972 Olympic Games – a goal he accomplished, where he competed in two separate cycling events and, in the process, solidified his fascination with goal achievement.
As a human performance visionary and legendary cornerman coach, Dr. Spencer has helped athletes win over 40 gold medals and cycling teams to eight Tour De France victories. Dr. Spencer has also authored three books, been awarded International Sports Chiropractor of the Year, is creator of The Champion’s Blueprint methodology, and had his glass-blowing art displayed in some of the world’s finest galleries.
Today, Dr. Spencer is most renowned as mentor to thought-leaders and businesses who want to exponentially grow and catapult to iconic status. Some of his notable clients include Tiger Woods, Sir Richard Branson, the band U2, Lance Armstrong, Alberto Contador, Maria Sharapova, Nike, Hitachi, and Bulletproof. His proudest achievement is raising his adopted daughter, Kin, with his wife Kristina.
In this interview:
What it takes to perform, succeed, and stay at the highest level;
Why most people fail with their goals;
The most essential parts of your daily routine; and
How YOU can achieve the so-called “unachievable” goals in your personal life and business.
Before we begin, the right bit of inspiration can completely change the trajectory of someone’s life, so if there’s a friend or loved one who needs to hear this episode or could use some help to Win the Day, share it with them right now.
Let’s WIN THE DAY with Dr. Jeff Spencer!
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🎬 HD video version: https://youtu.be/tJATkeql9ZM
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⚡ Jeff Spencer website
🗝️ Jeff Spencer LinkedIn
📷 Jeff Spencer Instagram
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Timemarkers:
0:42 Who is Dr. Jeff Spencer
2:30 Interview starts
3:28 Truth about the Law of Attraction
7:07 How Jeff Spencer became an Olympian
8:56 How being an Olympian changes your perspective
11:31 Transition from athlete to coach
13:24 How to calm yourself before a performance
17:59 Making champions
21:55 How good is Tom Brady
24:48 Working with Lance Armstrong
28:55 How to push through the wall (and Tour de France)
31:25 What makes Tiger Woods so good
33:38 How to find forgiveness for yourself
36:25 Can negative self-talk be a good thing
39:04 What to do immediately before a big performance
41:54 How to prepare like a champion (Goal Achievement Roadmap)
45:46 How to perform at your highest level (Champion’s Ladder)
47:45 Crossroads in life – what to do
53:03 How to Win the Day
54:30 The most important decision you can make
55:45 Lessons as a parent and from adoption [MUST WATCH]
1:02:45 The problem with participation trophies
1:04:05 Why people fail with their goals
1:07:02 Affirmation
1:07:45 Rocket Round
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PS — In case you missed it: Master Your Mind with Dr. Daniel Amen: Ep 130

Apr 26, 2023 • 14min
133. How Your Thoughts Create Your Reality – Good or Bad 🔎 | Win the Day Wednesday with James Whittaker (Win the Day podcast)
"If you are going to heal in a magnificent way, you have to feel magnificent." — Joe Dispenza
Welcome back to Win the Day Wednesday!
This is a bit of a personal one...
I'm going to share a little bit about my past and reveal the one physical ailment that has plagued me for years. I'll also walk you through the exact thought process I used to finally overcome it — results that I still can't believe.
The quote at the top should give you an idea of what we're in for 😉
Enjoy...
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Apr 18, 2023 • 34min
132. How to be a Girl Dad with Madeline Anderson (author, Girl Dad) 💕 | Win the Day® with James Whittaker (Win the Day Podcast)
“Fathers, be your daughter’s first love and she’ll never settle for anything less.” – Unknown
My guest today is Madeline Anderson. Maddie is the author of brand new book 'Girl Dad,' which is the father’s guide to becoming your daughter's hero.
As a reluctant girl dad myself, I can now say it’s the most beautiful journey I’ve ever been on.
In this episode, we’re going to talk about:
The best tips to help girl dads thrive
How to bring your children more into your daily life – without it interrupting your schedule
The biggest mistakes parents make, and
How to strengthen your family bonds right now.
Before we begin, the right bit of inspiration can completely change the trajectory of someone’s life, so if there’s a friend or loved one who needs to hear this episode or could use some help to Win the Day, share it with them right now.
Let’s WIN THE DAY with Madeline Anderson!
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🎬 HD video version: https://youtu.be/IM3tk2_SiRA
📖 Blog version: https://jameswhitt.com/how-to-be-a-girl-dad-with-madeline-anderson
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📚 ‘Girl Dad’ by Madeline Anderson
⚡Girl Dad website
📷 Girl Dad Instagram
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Timemarkers:
0:57 Who is Madeline Anderson
1:48 Interview starts
2:59 About the new book ‘Girl Dad’
3:34 Why men struggle with the identity of being a Girl Dad
5:47 Include your daughter in your favorite things
7:46 What are the biggest regrets fathers have
8:36 Examples of quality time with your daughters
10:57 Rituals to strengthen the bond with your children
13:49 The biggest mistake parents make with their kids
17:30 How to help your children to think positive
21:24 How children can strengthen the relationship with their parents
24:06 Ideas for daddy daughter day
25:47 Madeline’s favorite memory with her father
29:27 Rocket Round
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PS — In case you missed it: Master Your Mind with Dr. Daniel Amen: Ep 130

Apr 12, 2023 • 12min
131. The Power of the Right Question 🕊️ | Win the Day Wednesday with James Whittaker (Win the Day podcast)
“You cannot see your reflection in boiling water. Similarly, you cannot see the truth in a state of anger. When the waters calm, clarity comes.” — Unknown
Welcome back to Win the Day Wednesday!
No matter what obstacle you're facing, your ability to step back from negative emotion and ask the right questions will make all the difference.
In this minisode, we're going to show you how to do exactly that...
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Links mentioned in this episode:
🙌 Win the Day Mastermind (Sept 2023) — Are you ready to Win?
https://jameswhitt.com/events
🔱 How to Succeed in Uncertainty with Navy SEAL Rich Diviney (Ep 124):
https://youtu.be/GuLu0lN2ZdU
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Your Life Soundtrack with Tyler Bates (Ep 126)
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Apr 4, 2023 • 58min
130. Master Your Mind with Dr. Daniel Amen (12x NY Times bestselling author) 🧠 | Win the Day® with James Whittaker (Win the Day Podcast)
“In times of change, learners inherit the earth, while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.” — Eric Hoffer
Our guest today is legendary brain health expert, social media phenomenon, and 12-time New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Daniel Amen.
Dr. Amen’s mission is to end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health. He’s a physician, adult and child psychiatrist, and founder of Amen Clinics with 11 locations across the US.
Amen Clinics has the world’s largest database of brain scans for psychiatry totaling more than 200,000 scans on patients from 155 countries.
Dr. Amen has produced 16 national TV shows about the brain, and his online videos on brain and mental health have amassed 300M views. He has worked with some of the world’s most recognized entertainers, including Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, Bella Hadid, and Kendall Jenner, as well as Olympic gold medalists, billion-dollar CEOs, and leading sports organizations.
In this episode, Dr. Amen shares:
The problem with the traditional model of mental health diagnosis and treatment
The most effective ways to improve brain health
What you can do to overcome addiction, anxiety, cognitive decline, and genetic risks; and
Brain health secrets to help you achieve happiness, success, and purpose.
Let’s WIN THE DAY with Dr. Daniel Amen!
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📖 Blog version: https://jameswhitt.com/master-your-mind-with-dr-daniel-amen
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⚡ Dr. Daniel Amen website
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📚 ‘Change Your Brain Every Day’ by Dr. Daniel Amen
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Timemarkers:
0:53 Who is Dr. Daniel Amen
2:48 Interview starts
3:14 What’s wrong with the traditional model of mental health diagnosis and treatment
7:17 How to separate negative thoughts from action
9:06 Four steps to overcome anxiety
12:12 Name your mind to create psychological distance
14:31 The problem with the education system
16:11 How to use anxiety as a gift
18:19 How to get someone to change their behavior
23:07 The Law of Attraction
24:17 Mental rehearsal with celebrity clients (e.g. Miley Cyrus, Alysha Newman)
27:06 How to help someone discover what they want
30:45 Visualize hell to help you make good decisions
33:10 Dr. Amen’s tips to Win the Day
37:00 What role does nutrition play in brain health?
40:12 How to overcome addiction
44:35 How to deal with haters
47:29 How to improve brain health in children
49:52 Is alcohol bad for your brain?
55:28 Rocket Round
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PS — In case you missed it: Your Life Soundtrack with Tyler Bates: Ep 126

Mar 29, 2023 • 12min
129. Win the Day Q&A (Social Media Growth, Increasing Your Income, Morning Brain Activation) 🔥 | Win the Day Wednesday with James Whittaker (Win the Day podcast)
“You get paid in direct proportion to the difficulty of problems you solve.” — Elon Musk
Welcome back to Win the Day Wednesday!
In this Q&A episode, we're going to answer the following questions from the Win the Day community:
How do I grow my social media following?
I feel lousy in the morning. How do I get motivated?
How do I increase my income?
All great questions!
Do you have a question you'd like answered on an upcoming episode? Email us: info@jamewhitt.com or join the Win the Day Facebook group.
Enjoy...
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Mar 21, 2023 • 1h 3min
128. Healthy Eating on a Budget with Toni Okamoto (founder, Plant Based on a Budget) 🥑 | Win the Day® with James Whittaker (Win the Day Podcast)
“Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out yet, then it's not the end.” — Fernando Sabino
Toni Okamoto is the founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, the mega-popular website, meal plan, and community that shows you how to break your meat habit without breaking your budget.
She’s also the author of the Plant-Based on a Budget cookbook and the co-host of The Plant-Powered People Podcast. Toni has a regular presence on local and national morning shows across the US and was featured in the popular Netflix documentary What the Health.
In this episode:
The defining moment that led to Toni's mission
How she built a community of more than 500K+ followers
Why most people struggle to eat healthy; and
Simple tips to save you money and time with your household nutrition.
Let’s WIN THE DAY with Toni Okamoto!
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📖 Blog version: https://jameswhitt.com/healthy-eating-on-a-budget-with-toni-okamoto
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⚡ Toni Okamoto website.
📷 Toni Okamoto Instagram.
📝 Toni Okamoto Facebook.
📚 ‘Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy: 100 Fast, Healthy, Meal-Prep, Freezer-Friendly, and One-Pot Vegan Recipes’ by Toni Okamoto.
✍️ Article ‘Here’s the No. 1 skill I wish more parents taught their kids today’.
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Timemarkers:
0:51 Who is Toni Okamoto?
1:57 Interview starts
3:15 Meal prep and being organized
5:04 Toni Okamoto origin story
13:48 When Toni Okamoto adopted a plant-based lifestyle
16:30 Dealing with haters
17:51 When ‘Plant-Based on a Budget’ became a business
20:16 Building a team and growing a community
26:46 How to get kids excited about eating healthy
33:18 How to eat healthy and affordably
35:36 Favorite kitchen gadgets
39:10 How to save money at the supermarket
42:08 How to save time with food preparation
43:34 Why people eat unhealthy food
45:54 Creative process for new book
48:56 How to be successful with a plant-based lifestyle
50:16 Toni’s favorite breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes
52:54 How to eat healthy while traveling
58:00 Affirmation
59:13 Rocket Round
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Mar 15, 2023 • 14min
127. Eliminate Negative Self-Talk Once and for All: The 7-Step Plan | Win the Day Wednesday with James Whittaker (Win the Day podcast)
"Positive thinking will let you do everything better than negative thinking will." - Zig Ziglar
Welcome back to Win the Day Wednesday!
Negative self-talk is something I struggled with for a LONG time, but in the last couple of years I was able to eliminate it through a process that's more simple than you'd think...
So, in this minisode, I'm going to share the 7-point plan that you can use to eliminate negative self-talk once and for all...
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Links mentioned in this episode:
🏈 The Heart of Humanity with NFL legend Nick Lowery (Ep 47): https://youtu.be/SzGCq87zZ_4
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Mar 7, 2023 • 1h 11min
126. Your Life Soundtrack with Tyler Bates (legendary film composer and musician) 🎶 | Win the Day® with James Whittaker (Win the Day Podcast)
"You need to keep the fire. And you need to surround yourself with other people who have the fire." — Tyler Bates
Our guest today is Tyler Bates, one of the world’s top composers, guitarists, songwriters, and record producers. Tyler has scored some of the biggest film and television franchises, such as Guardians of the Galaxy and John Wick.
In his spare time, he’s playing to massive audiences in the world of rock music, and back to the studio again writing and producing records with artists like Bush, Marilyn Manson, and In This Moment.
In 2004, he created the menacing audio backdrop for the popular Zack Snyder reboot of Dawn of the Dead, beginning a string of nearly a dozen number ones that have contributed to a whopping USD $6 billion at the worldwide box-office.
Tyler teamed up with Snyder again for the films 300, Watchmen, and Suckerpunch. His body of work then expanded to include films like Atomic Blonde, The Devil’s Rejects, and The Day the Earth Stood Still, as well TV shows like Californication, The Punisher, and The Purge.
Most recently, Tyler scored the blockbuster Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw, Deadpool 2, and The Spy Who Dumped Me.
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🎬 https://youtu.be/TGckSrreFCg
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📚 ‘The War of Art’ by Steven Pressfield
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Timemarkers:
0:16 Who is Tyler Bates?
2:06 Interview starts
5:32 Getting mentally prepared to create
7:42 Handling pressure
12:55 Family background and inspiration for career
17:31 Why excuses don’t work
21:05 Self-confidence and motivation
26:10 Why being broke was an advantage
29:26 Mental health and the power of friendship
33:28 How to overcome trauma (and use it as a strength)
36:06 Creative process for optimal performance
41:58 How to get the best out of other people
47:12 How to force creativity on a bad day
53:56 Don’t burden your friendships with negativity
57:04 Art and music in the home
58:30 Affirmation
1:01:07 Rocket Round
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Mar 1, 2023 • 8min
125. The Power of Fear: Transforming Your Relationship with Fear to Unlock Your Full Potential | Win the Day Wednesday with James Whittaker (Win the Day podcast)
"Do the thing you fear and the death of fear is certain." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Welcome back to Win the Day Wednesday!
Your attitude to, and relationship with, fear are enormously significant in how willingly you step out of your comfort zone which, as you know, is where all growth occurs.
In this minisode, I'm going to show why fear actually brings you to your highest level of performance — and how you can harness it to achieve anything you want...
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Links mentioned in this episode:
📈 The Secret Sauce to Viral Content: My 9-Step Plan for 1 Billion Social Media Views: https://linkedin.com/pulse/secret-sauce-viral-content-my-9-step-plan-1-billion-social-whittaker
😎 Go for Stupid with Steve Sims (Ep 122): https://youtu.be/zgnSzKnwYSI
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