The Mel Robbins Podcast
Mel Robbins
You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. The Mel Robbins Podcast is the #1 podcast on the globe for a reason: Mel’s simple, research-backed advice has changed millions of people’s lives, and in every episode, she’s giving you all her hard-fought secrets, science-backed tools, and deeply personal stories, so you can change yours too. If you’re a new listener, you’re in the right place. Every episode will empower you to create a better life and help you take a step toward the life you want. Want more? Follow along at @melrobbins
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Nov 10, 2025 • 1h 22min
The Secret to Stopping Fear & Creating the Future You Want with Shonda Rhimes
In this enlightening discussion, award-winning creator Shonda Rhimes, known for her groundbreaking shows like Grey's Anatomy and Scandal, shares her journey of overcoming fear. Shonda reveals how a year of saying YES transformed her life, helping her confront fears and embrace new possibilities. She emphasizes the importance of small commitments to health, self-kindness, and discernment in saying no. With insights on overcoming self-doubt and the power of positive self-talk, this conversation inspires listeners to reclaim their lives and realize their potential.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 21min
How to Use AI to Make Money, Save Time, and Be More Productive
Allie K. Miller, an AI expert known as 'The AI Whisperer,' advises top brands and helps simplify AI for everyone. She dives into practical uses of AI for saving time and enhancing daily life, breaking down concepts like generative AI and contextual travel planning. Allie shares effective prompts for better outputs, warns against common beginner mistakes, and discusses how AI can transform job searches and caregiving. Her call to action? Embrace AI to improve your life and harness its full potential!
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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 7min
3 Questions to Ask Yourself to Figure Out What You Really Want
Curious about what might be holding you back? Delve into three transformative questions that can reshape your approach to work, relationships, and life purpose. Discover how visualizing a future without barriers can spark your creativity. Learn to identify your unfinished business and take actionable steps toward change. Small experiments in daily habits can lead to significant life shifts. Embrace this simple yet powerful framework to unlock new possibilities and live a life you truly love!
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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 17min
How to Communicate With Confidence & Ease (From Harvard Business School’s #1 Professor)
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a Harvard Business School professor and communication expert, shares her secrets to effective conversation. She explores the biggest barrier to connection—egocentrism—and introduces her four-part TALK framework to enhance discussions. Alison offers practical tips like preparing topics to reduce anxiety and the importance of active listening to build rapport. Discover how levity and kindness can transform conversations, making them engaging and meaningful in both personal and professional settings.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 25min
12 Minutes to a Better Brain: Neuroscientist Reveals the #1 Habit for Clarity & Focus
Dr. Amishi Jha, a cognitive neuroscientist and mindfulness expert, shares compelling insights on attention and focus. She explains how modern distractions hijack our minds and offers a transformative solution: just 12 minutes of daily mindfulness can enhance mental performance. Amishi breaks down the three types of attention—selective, alerting, and executive—and debunks the multitasking myth, advocating for 'monotasking' instead. Listeners will learn practical tips to retrain their brains and cultivate presence, ultimately emphasizing that attention is the key to a more meaningful life.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 49min
Mayo Clinic Cancer Doctor: 5 Foods That Heal the Body, Starve Cancer, & Prevent Disease
Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a double board-certified physician from the Mayo Clinic and a stage-4 cancer survivor, shares life-changing insights on food as medicine. She reveals the top five cancer-fighting foods and discusses the dangers of ultra-processed diets. Learn about the surprising benefits of soy for breast cancer survivors and how cruciferous vegetables aid cancer prevention. Dawn also stresses the importance of lifestyle choices—like exercise and sleep—in improving health outcomes. Her powerful personal journey and practical tips will inspire anyone looking to enhance their well-being.
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Oct 20, 2025 • 52min
If You’re Feeling Overwhelmed, You Need to Hear This
Dr. Aditi Nurkar, a Harvard-trained physician and expert in stress and mental health, joins to tackle the pressing issue of overwhelm. They discuss the unique distinctions between stress and overwhelm, shedding light on how losing control can heighten anxiety. Dr. Nurkar shares practical tools like cyclic breathing to reset your nervous system and a brain dump technique to clear mental clutter. They highlight the gender dynamics of mental load and emphasize the importance of taking active steps to regain control over your life.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 13min
Feel Better Now: Neurosurgeon Reveals the New Science of Healing Your Body & Stopping Pain Today
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, a board-certified neurosurgeon and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent, shares groundbreaking insights into pain management. He discusses the importance of understanding chronic versus acute pain and the surprising statistics on its prevalence. Gupta emphasizes how lifestyle factors like sleep and stress influence pain and reveals innovative treatments, including the use of virtual reality for immediate relief. He introduces the MEAT protocol for injury recovery and encourages pain journaling as a way to retrain the brain, offering hope for a pain-free life.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 1h 36min
How to Create a Successful Mindset: The Science of Passion and Perseverance
Dr. Angela Duckworth, a renowned psychologist and author of the bestselling book 'Grit,' joins for an insightful discussion on success. She reveals that grit, the combination of passion and perseverance, is more crucial than talent or intelligence. Discover the four key traits of gritty individuals and how to cultivate a growth mindset. Angela emphasizes the importance of consistent effort over intensity, the power of sampling interests to find passion, and the role of teamwork in achieving goals. Get ready to rethink your approach to success!
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 19min
It’s Not Too Late: How to Transform Your Life at Any Moment
Rich Roll, a New York Times bestselling author and ultra-endurance athlete, shares his transformative journey from addiction to becoming a beacon of health and inspiration. He reveals how anyone can reinvent themselves at any age, debunking the myth of 'too late.' Rich discusses the impact of childhood bullying, the spectrum of addiction, and the importance of compassion in recovery. He emphasizes actionable steps for change, advocating for small, consistent efforts and a mindful lifestyle. This conversation is a powerful roadmap for personal evolution.
