Nat Eliason, author of Crypto Confidential, shares his wild crypto journey from making to losing millions, creating tokens for games and NFTs. The podcast explores NFTs in gaming, smart contracts, cryptocurrency trading, and the future of digital currency.

Brian Lawlor, a former drug addict and ex-inmate, shares his redemption story through chess and music. He discusses using chess for mental stability, challenges faced by former inmates, and the fusion of classical music with pop. The podcast sheds light on resilience, reinvention, and overcoming addiction.

Self-publishing expert Charlie Hoehn shares insights on crafting compelling book titles, building a personal brand through writing, and effective book marketing strategies without a huge budget. He discusses embracing failures for success, crowdfunding for book projects, creating a tribe around a book, and efficient book writing techniques like speaking the first draft. Charlie also explores involving others in the book creation process, strategies for successful book cover design and marketing, and the significance of writing and creativity in self-publishing.

Author and war reporter Sebastian Junger shares his harrowing near-death experience and exploration of the afterlife. He discusses facing mortality, near-death experiences, consciousness, living in Airbnbs, universal consciousness, and the purpose of a book's prologue.

Chess prodigy Hikaru Nakamura shares his journey from top player to ranking below 20, then rising back to number two worldwide. Topics include mindset shifts, streaming success, facing Magnus Carlsen, financial struggles, diversifying income, chess in popular culture, investing insights, unconventional strategies, burnout, and future career paths.

Futurist Jamie Metzl discusses the intersection of genomics and AI, ethical implications of human-engineered life, lab-grown meat, genetic modification advancements, and the future of AI and human intelligence in a riveting conversation with James Altucher.

Author Ryan Holiday discusses stoic strategies for success in his latest book 'Right Thing Right Now'. He explores the benefits of practicing good values and character for personal growth. The podcast delves into historical examples and the importance of making ethical decisions, even when difficult. Holiday also shares insights on surrounding oneself with positive influences and the impact of storytelling on engagement.

Learn how cognitive biases from '8 Mile' can impact negotiation and personal branding. Discover life lessons from Bill Murray's spontaneity. Uncover the secrets behind The Rolling Stones' longevity. Explore storytelling techniques from Stan Lee. Apply the hero's journey to overcome life challenges.

Steve Forbes, the authority on billionaires, shares insights on the habits and mindsets of billionaires. Topics include agility and innovation, passion, and obsession. The podcast also explores Airbnb benefits, entrepreneurial passion, and potential billionaire presidential candidates.

Investigative journalist Andrew Gold discusses the psychology of secrets, cult dynamics, and the impact of hidden truths on our lives. Topics include deceit in the film industry, communication in long-term relationships, data analysis revealing societal secrets, cult recruitment dynamics, and the power of secrets in hierarchies. The conversation also explores the allure of power, status, and exclusive knowledge, ethical dilemmas of revealing secrets, and navigating content creation on YouTube.