

The Koe Cast
Dan Koe
Every week, I deconstruct one big idea around creative work, human behavior, and mental philosophy while giving you practical insights on how to apply these teachings to your life.
Topics we are dedicated to dissecting for you: spirituality, personal growth, psychology, social media, business, health, fitness, philosophy, culture, and everything else that will lead to a life of freedom and happiness.
Topics we are dedicated to dissecting for you: spirituality, personal growth, psychology, social media, business, health, fitness, philosophy, culture, and everything else that will lead to a life of freedom and happiness.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 32min
I'm 29. Here's How To Not Waste Your 20s.
Worried about wasting your 20s? Discover how societal expectations can feel suffocating and lead to an unfulfilling life. Gain insights from ancient thinkers like Socrates and Tesla on questioning norms and embracing unique paths. Learn essential skills like thinking clearly, earning money, and leveraging resources for exponential success. Explore why starting a business now can enhance your autonomy and growth, all while designing a lifestyle that truly resonates with you. It's time to take control and make the most of your life!

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Oct 26, 2025 • 20min
A Dopamine Detox To Reset Your Life In 30 Days
Discover how to transform your life in just 30 days! Learn how modern technology encourages cheap dopamine boosts and why a reset is crucial. Explore the concept of flow and why overstimulation hinders it. Delve into the science behind dopamine detox, including boredom's role and the joy of simpler pleasures. Get actionable steps like eliminating addictive stimuli, embracing daily walks, and starting a project that excites you. Embrace nightly reflections to solidify your progress and regain control!

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Oct 19, 2025 • 35min
Obsess Over This If You Want To Reach The Top 1% (The Human 3.0 Model)
Dive into the Human 3.0 framework, merging psychology, spirituality, money, and tech for optimal personal growth. Explore the four quadrants—mind, body, spirit, vocation—and how cross-quadrant improvements fuel overall development. Discover the three levels of growth and the importance of structured resets like Superhuman 90. Learn about risky accelerants, such as psychedelics and AI, that can propel progress. Plus, identify your archetypes and balance development across all areas for a truly transformative journey.

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Oct 5, 2025 • 22min
Society Is A Pyramid Scheme (How To Take Back CONTROL Of Your Life)
Explore how society conditions our minds through a concept called the social matrix. Discover how parents and public schools shape our worldviews and reinforce conformity. Learn the dangers of social media and AI programming our desires. Uncover the systemic structures that keep us dependent and how to reprogram your unconscious mind for success. Gain insights on pursuing self-education, cultivating agency, and becoming a creator instead of just a consumer. Take control of your life by setting your own clear goals!

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Sep 21, 2025 • 26min
The 2 Hour Morning Routine (That Has Made Me $10 Million)
Explore the power of a two-hour morning routine and how it can transform your income. Discover why writing is essential for creative success and audience building. Learn how a simple 30-minute walk can spark innovative ideas and streamline your newsletter workflow. Delve into strategies for converting subscribers into revenue and tackling the common growth traps faced by content creators. Dan shares actionable insights that can turn a morning ritual into a robust business strategy.

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Sep 14, 2025 • 37min
12 Rules To Change Your Life In 12 Months
Discover how to navigate life's chaos by creating your own set of personal principles. Learn about the powerful impact of dopamine on your choices and why setting high standards is essential. Embrace the uncertainty of personal projects as a path to growth, pushing away from passive learning. Channel your obsessions into productive passions and view mistakes as stepping stones. Ultimately, understand that failures can illuminate your true desires and lead to a more authentic life.

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Sep 7, 2025 • 24min
Social Media Keeps Getting Worse (How Your Dopamine Is Being Hijacked)
Social media is leaving many people frustrated and eager to quit. The conversation dives into how shallow content harms personal growth and encourages addictive behaviors, much like fast food. It also explores the pressing need for deeper engagement, emphasizing meaningful discourse over quick interactions. The 'Human 3.0' framework is introduced, promoting self-growth and a move towards a 'meaning economy' where valuable contributions are prioritized. Strategies for insightful creators to thrive amidst challenges are also highlighted.

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Aug 24, 2025 • 27min
Self-Discipline Is Easy, Actually
Discover how true self-discipline arises from joy and clarity rather than force. Learn about the transformative journey of building consistent habits through awareness and purpose. Explore how tackling superficial issues, like fitness, can spark deeper personal changes. Delve into the critical role of daily self-education in enhancing discipline and achieving goals. Find out how a supportive environment and self-awareness can lead to meaningful transformation.

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Aug 17, 2025 • 29min
You Have About 36 Months To Make It
The discussion revolves around adapting to the rapid changes brought by AI and the digital age. There's a focus on shifting success metrics and the distinction between doers and directors. The potential of AI to enhance creativity and redefine entrepreneurial opportunities is explored. Listeners are urged to embrace authenticity in their storytelling and integrate creative skills for a changing job market. Lastly, the impact of universal basic income and its relation to personal growth is debated.

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Aug 10, 2025 • 28min
You Can Learn Anything In 2 Weeks
Discover how mastering a new skill in just two weeks is possible with the right mindset and techniques. Learn about overcoming mental barriers that hinder success in financial and relational pursuits. The impact of stress and focus on skill utilization is explored, likening it to weightlifting. Emphasis is placed on deep concentration and the use of tactical stress to enhance learning. Finally, pushing personal boundaries is encouraged as a path to significant personal growth, creating a supportive environment to embrace challenges.


