The Art of Charm
The Art of Charm
The Art of Charm is where self-motivated people, just like you, come to learn from the company’s coaches about to how to master human dynamics, relationships, and becoming your best self with the help of Johnny and AJ, the company’s founders. Johnny and AJ bring their 11 years of coaching experience from their famous Bootcamps, where they host clients in Los Angeles from all over the world and they share their stories, best practices and themselves on this weekly podcast. Not only does The Art of Charm help everyday people, including active members of the military, learn how to become higher performers, better spouses, partners, and coworkers, they dig deep into human behavior, the science behind it, and demystify what we do and why we do it.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 11min
Hack Your Confidence with Body Language | Social Intel Brief
Unlocking confidence may be as simple as your body language! Discover how standing tall and taking up space can transform your mood and presence. Uncover the hidden costs of slouched shoulders and the pervasive issue of 'phone posture' affecting confidence. Learn practical tools like the 'doorway drill' to reset your posture and boost your social interactions. Backed by research, the podcast illuminates how embodied cognition shapes our mindset. Small changes can lead to significant shifts in how you’re perceived!
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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 1min
3 Viral Mental Health Myths Debunked | Joe Nucci
Joe Nucci, a psychotherapist and author of *Psychobabble*, joins the hosts to tackle viral mental health myths. He exposes the misuse of terms like 'gaslighting' and 'trauma', clarifying they’re often overused in pop culture. Joe discusses how therapy has turned into a status symbol, the dangers of misdiagnosing identity, and the implications of social media on mental health labels. He emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between genuine mental insights and misleading jargon, providing tools to navigate the mental health landscape more effectively.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 11min
Why High-Value People Don’t Avoid Conflict | Social Intel Brief
Explore the secrets of commanding respect without shouting. Discover how calm authority outshines dominance, and why cooperation builds lasting trust. Learn the power of spotlighting others to elevate your own status. Uncover how your body language and stillness can project confidence before you even speak. Take charge of your outcomes to cultivate trust, and hear how one client transformed their career by embracing cooperative behaviors. Lastly, challenge yourself to practice daily high-value signals that can change your interactions.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 2min
How to Use Emotions as Data | Dr. Marc Brackett
Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of 'Permission to Feel,' discusses the transformative power of emotions. He explains how recognizing and regulating feelings can enhance decision-making and relationships. Marc introduces the RULER framework—an essential tool for emotional awareness. He highlights the concept of an emotional regulation budget, exploring how stress and sleep can deplete it. With practical tips for parents and strategies for handling overwhelming emotions, this conversation is a must for anyone seeking emotional mastery.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 9min
The Hidden Language of Laughter | Social Intel Brief
Explore laughter as a powerful social superpower that fosters connection and trust. Discover how genuine laughter creates bond and lowers defenses while engaging mirror neurons to spread joy. Learn why people laugh without humor, using it to signal belonging and shift group dynamics. Insights on 'fake laughter' reveal its surprising effectiveness in networking. Plus, tips on using laughter as a high-value signal for confidence and influence will change how you interact socially.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 54min
How to Connect Deeper in Minutes | Charles Duhigg
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg, author of "Supercommunicators" and "The Power of Habit," shares insights into effective communication. He explains that the best communicators aren't just extroverts but are skilled in making others feel valued and heard. Duhigg discusses techniques like 'looping for understanding' and the art of initiating tough conversations. He emphasizes the importance of laughter in relationships and highlights how deep listening can transform connections, whether at work or in personal life.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 11min
3 Low-Value Behaviors That Quietly Kill Your Respect | Social Intelligence Brief
Discover the hidden behaviors that can undermine your respect and influence. Supplicative signals, like excessive apologizing, can make you forgettable. Combative tactics, like fake dominance, often repel rather than attract. Competitive one-upmanship alienates potential connections. Learn how to shift from low-value to high-value behaviors by standing tall, using inclusive language, and highlighting others. Transform how you're perceived and regain the confidence that fosters genuine relationships.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 49min
How to Leverage Status for Career Growth | Toby Stuart
Toby Stuart, Leo Helzel Distinguished Professor of Business Administration at UC Berkeley, dives into the fascinating dynamics of social status. He reveals that affiliations and endorsements often outweigh talent in career advancement. Explaining the Matthew Effect, he shares how small early successes can snowball into greater achievements. Stuart also discusses the paradox of prestige, where recognition can hinge more on who supports you than on your actual accomplishments. The episode explores the heavy emotional toll and loneliness that can accompany high status.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 15min
Why High-Value People Don’t Avoid Conflict | Social Intel Brief
Explore how embracing conflict can enhance your influence and career success. Discover a science-backed framework that transforms tense moments into opportunities for growth. Learn the four key steps: lead with value, accept responsibility, use empathy, and present collaborative solutions. With practical stories and insights, this discussion emphasizes why avoiding conflict stunts personal and professional relationships. Mastering these skills will empower you to navigate disagreements calmly and confidently.
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Sep 1, 2025 • 53min
The Truth About Psychological Safety | Colin M Fisher
Colin Fisher, an organizational behavior professor and author of The Collective Edge, sheds light on the complexities of team dynamics. He discusses how individual brilliance often leads to dysfunctional groups due to pressures of conformity and hierarchical constraints. Colin emphasizes the misunderstood concept of psychological safety, explaining that it's crucial for fostering open communication and healthy conflict. Listeners learn about designing effective teams, addressing inefficiencies in meetings, and leveraging diverse voices for improved synergy.
