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BookThinkers
The World's #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!
Each week, we interview one of the world's top authors and help you discover new books, new mentors and new resources that you can use to achieve more and live better. The right book at the right time will change your life.
Nicholas Hutchison, the host of Life-Changing Books, is a founder of BookThinkers and has used these books to improve his life in every way imaginable. Behind the podcast, our team at BookThinkers is dedicated to building educational tools and social communities that you can use to fulfill your potential.
Enjoy the show!
Each week, we interview one of the world's top authors and help you discover new books, new mentors and new resources that you can use to achieve more and live better. The right book at the right time will change your life.
Nicholas Hutchison, the host of Life-Changing Books, is a founder of BookThinkers and has used these books to improve his life in every way imaginable. Behind the podcast, our team at BookThinkers is dedicated to building educational tools and social communities that you can use to fulfill your potential.
Enjoy the show!
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Mar 7, 2024 • 43min
170. Lloyed Lobo | Part 2 (From Grassroots to Greatness)
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In today’s episode we have the pleasure to interview for the second time Lloyed Lobo author of “From Grassroots to Greatness”
Lloyed is a software engineer by education, community builder by passion, he has worked in startups, built companies worth millions and is co-founder of Boast.Ai and Traction.
In this episode you’ll learn about the importance of energy and how to create it, diet, exercise, why a relationship can make you a rock star or a peasant, lessons on how to solve loneliness, creating a Wall Street Journal best-selling book, how to be the cool kid on the block, and of course the importance of creating a great community.
We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Lloyed Lobo.
Get Lloyed’s new book, 'From Grassroots To Greatness: 13 Rules to Build Iconic Brands with Community Led Growth' (Wall Street Journal Best-Seller) at https://www.FromGrassrootstoGreatness.com
https://www.instagram.com/lloyedlobo
To learn more about Lloyed visit:
boast.ai/
www.lloyedlobo.com/
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)
If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

Mar 5, 2024 • 36min
169. Kelly Mackin | Work Life, Well-Lived
In today’s episode we had the pleasure to interview Kelly Mackin, author of “Work Life, Well Lived”
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Kelly has a background in quantitative research of human behavior, is an accredited mind management, psychological safety, and cognitive behavioral therapy coach, she’s an entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of the Motives Met People-First Platform, and a Work Well-Being Champion!
Kelly went from the classic hustler living in a toxic work environment trying to make everything happen all the time, and felt herself going down a path she knew she didn’t want to be a part of, once she had this realization she set out to find a way to have a work life she could actually enjoy.
In this episode you’ll learn about how to find your strengths, the reason you don’t enjoy the work you’re doing, how to actually discover what drives you, and how to thrive at work.
Be on the lookout for Kelly’s book “Work Life, Well Lived” which is set to release April 2nd, 2024. If you’re curious about how to understand yourself better and begin to do work you can thrive at visit www.motivesmet.com
We hope enjoy this incredible conversation with Kelly Mackin.
To learn more about Kelly Mackin and buy his book “Work Life, Well Lived” follow the links below:
The Book:https://www.motivesmet.com/book/
Website: https://www.motivesmet.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellymackin_motivesmet/
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)
If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

Feb 29, 2024 • 40min
168. Brett Snodgrass | The Secret War Within
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In today’s episode we had the pleasure to interview Brett Snodgrass, author of “The Secret War Within”
Brett is a follower of Christ, Husband and Father, Entrepreneur, and the Founder of IronDeep and Simple Wholesaling.
Brett had huge successes, but was never able to fill his longing for more. After years of trying he found God and realized that He was the missing piece. He is now thriving and on a mission to help men awaken to go beyond success to fulfill their significant purpose in Christ.
In this episode you’ll learn about how being honest with yourself and others leads to healing, the importance of overcoming your struggles, why trusting in God is the most important piece of success, and why outward success won’t lead you to inward success.
We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Brett Snodgrass
To learn more about Brett Snodgrass and buy his book “The Secret War Within” follow the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/5u1tCGg
Website: https://www.irondeep.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettesnodgrass
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)
If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

Feb 22, 2024 • 39min
167. Everette O'Keefe | The Power of The Published
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In today’s episode we are excited to interview Everette O’Keefe author of “The Power of The Published” among many others!
Everette, is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and International Bestselling Author. He has also helped create and launch more than 100 bestselling books by people just like you. Everett speaks across the US on the power of publishing. He is the founder of Ignite Press, a hybrid publishing company that specializes in helping entrepreneurs, business owners, and medical professionals, ignite their businesses by becoming bestselling authors. He is sought out speaker, coach, and consultant by authors and marketing experts worldwide
Everett, has such a great presence and an even better sense of humor, and we had a blast talking with him and I know you’ll enjoy this conversation!
In this episode you’ll learn about why you should publish a book, how to go about doing that, the power of having a book in your business, and how to create a book that actually makes you money!
We hope enjoy this incredible conversation with Everette O’Keefe
To learn more about Everette and buy his best-selling book follow the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/f5XgspW
Website: https://ignitepress.us/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeveretto/
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)
If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

Feb 15, 2024 • 1h 13min
166. Efren Delgado | The Opposite is True
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In today’s episode we are excited to interview Efren Delgado author of “The Opposite is True.”
Efren, is a former FBI Special Agent with 25 years of national security, law enforcement, and private protection experience.He has also added author and speaker to his threat assessment and consultation profession. His advanced behavioral studies in graduate school and at an FBI specialized unit near Quantico complimented his work experiences in counterintelligence, counterterrorism, and violent civil rights investigations. Efren's years of examining and combating spies, predators, and tyrants extends beyond criminality, revealing how true strength lies in humility—not oppression.
Efren is on a mission to protect others and help YOU protect yourself. This episode is packed with so many amazing topics from how to control emotions to personal protection and how to overcome some of the vulnerabilities you may have in your life.
In this episode you’ll learn about the importance of following your instincts, tactics to use your emotions as your north star but not let them control you, the purpose of adversity, how the government uses fear to suppress you, and so much more.
We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Efren Delgado
To learn more about Efren Delgado and buy his best-selling book follow the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/dgcLo0D
Website: https://efrendelgado.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efrendelgado
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Opposite-is-True-book/100090031028040/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)

Feb 13, 2024 • 37min
165. Kary Oberbrunner | The E-Mind
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In today’s episode we are excited to have Kary Oberbrunner author of many books including his newest one “The E-mind: How to Think Like an Entrepreneur and Gain an Exponential Advantage”
As a young man, he suffered from severe stuttering, depression, and self-injury. Today a transformed man, Kary ignites souls. He speaks internationally on a variety of topics including leadership, personal growth, human performance, blockchain technology, and entrepreneurship. As a futurist, he often consults on marketing, branding, Intellectual Property, and Web3
Kary is such an amazing human. We cover so many things in this episode, from Kary’s struggle with self-harm to his journey into entrepreneurship and about the successes and failures along the way. Needless to say, we get pretty deep.
In this episode you’ll learn about how to overcome struggle and pain, why you should write a book if you’re an entrepreneur, the mindset it takes to have victory in your life, the power of your intellectual property, and so much more.
Now get ready to learn and enjoy this incredible conversation with Kary Oberbrunner
To learn more about Kary Oberbrunner and buy his best-selling book follow the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/aRUZBko
Website(s): https://karyoberbrunner.com/
https://ignitingsouls.com/apply
https://easyip.today
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kary.oberbrunner/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karyoberbrunnerauthor/
Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/karyoberbrunner
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/karyoberbrunner
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)

Feb 8, 2024 • 43min
164. Pauline Nguyen | The Way of the Spiritual Entrepreneur
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In today’s episode we have the pleasure to interview Pauline Nguyen author of “The Way of the Spiritual Entrepreneur”
Pauline, is a conscious entrepreneur who has owned many businesses, including Red Lantern which is an award winning restaurant in Australia, she is also international keynote speaker, author, and life coach who integrates science and spirituality into her life, her teachings, and her coaching.
In this episode you’ll learn about Pauline’s story and where she came from, what joy is and how to have it, finding fulfillment, what spirituality has to do with entrepreneurship, why becoming more heart centric over mind centric is one of the most important things you can do in this life, and the importance of living your life in your true values. This episode is so powerful and if you let it, it can change everything for you.
We hope you enjoy this absolutely life-changing conversation with Pauline Nguyen.
To learn more about Pauline and buy her book “The Way of The Spiritual Entrepreneur: The 7 Secrets to Becoming Fearless, Stress Free and Unshakable in Business and in Life” visit the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/goE7jUA
Website: https://pauline-nguyen.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulinenspeaks
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulinenguyenspeaks/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/PaulineNguyenTheSpiritualEntrepreneur/
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)

Feb 6, 2024 • 39min
163. Steven Pressfield | The Daily Pressfield
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In today’s episode we are excited to have Steven Pressfield back on the show to talk about his newest release “The Daily Pressfield”
Steven has become such a great friend, mentor, and teacher to us over the last few years! We were so thrilled to add his newest book to our daily reads. In this book you’ll get 365 days of motivation, inspiration, and encouragement to break through your greatest barriers and do the work required to create a life well lived.
In this episode you’ll learn about the importance of cultivating a daily practice, why you should find your purpose, the power of sticking with the thing you love over time, realizing success is a lifetime game not an overnight game, how Steven invokes the muses to write, and why it’s never too late to chase your dream.
We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with thee Steven Pressfield!
To learn more about Steven Pressfield and buy his best-selling books follow the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/2gYAN1o
Website: https://stevenpressfield.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven_pressfield/
Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/SPressfield
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/StevePressfield
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:09 - Pursuing a Dream Over a Long Period of Time
00:06:06 - The Search for Our Calling
00:09:08 - Overcoming Resistance throughout the Year
00:11:58 - The Importance of Continuing to Pursue Goals
00:14:52 - Success and Kindness in the Industry
00:17:46 - Expressing Appreciation for a Kind Person
00:20:32 - The Power of Resistance
00:23:29 - The Power of Prayer and Humility
00:26:36 - Writing for the Love of the Game
00:29:42 - The Power of Achieving Success Without Regrets
00:32:40 - The Power of Dreams
00:35:35 - Outro
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)
If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

22 snips
Feb 1, 2024 • 39min
162. Craig Siegel | The Reinvention Formula
In this engaging conversation, Craig Siegel—a transformational coach, TEDx speaker, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author—shares his journey from Wall Street to personal fulfillment. He discusses the power of optimism and how finding one's unique path to meditation can spark life-changing shifts. Craig emphasizes the importance of overcoming negativity and cultivating a bulletproof mindset. With insights on reinvention and the law of attraction, he inspires listeners to challenge their limits and ask, 'Why not you?'

Jan 30, 2024 • 56min
161. Noah Kagan | Million Dollar Weekend
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In today’s episode we have the pleasure to interview Noah Kagen author of “Million Dollar Weekend”
Noah is the CEO of AppSumo, an entrepreneur, YouTuber with over 1 million subscribers, he worked for Intel, and then moved on to be the 30th employee at Facebook, and #4 at mint.com.
He wants to help you start a business and live your best life. On his channels he talks to millionaires and billionaires and shares lessons on how to start a business, grow a business, improve your marketing, and more! When you have the chance go check it out!
In this episode you’ll learn all about, why you should be an entrepreneur, the importance of knowing your freedom number, the 52 chances you have throughout the year to create the life of your dreams, why you don’t have to be creative to start a business, and much much more. If you’ve been wanting to start a business this is the sign to do it!
We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Noah Kagen!
To learn more about Noah Kagen and buy his best-selling book “Million Dollar Weekend” follow the links below:
The Book: https://a.co/d/gsRws2S
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/okdork
Website: https://noahkagan.com/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/noahkagan
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahkagan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OkDork
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahkagan
RESOURCES: https://www.milliondollarweekend.com/bookthinkers
Today’s episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial.
The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)
If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!


