
BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books
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!
Latest episodes

Jul 23, 2020 • 40min
15. Kamal Ravikant: Author of Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview the author Kamal Ravikant.
Kamal has meditated with monks in the Himalayas, served as a US Army Infantry soldier, walked 550 miles across Spain, and co-founded several companies and a venture capital firm in Silicon Valley. He is a man of many talents!
Our conversion touches on his new revised version of Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It. This book helps you commit to loving yourself and how to make that love last for a very long time. By the end of this conversation, I hope you come to respect Kamal as much as I do.
Please enjoy my conversation with Kamal Ravikant
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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.
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!

Jul 17, 2020 • 24min
14. Vishen Lakhiani: Author of The Buddha and The Badass
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview the author Vishen Lakhiani. Vishen is the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, a personal growth education empire. Mindvalley has over two million students and is dedicated to teaching revolutionary success systems for mastering life.
Our conversion touches on his new best-selling book, The Buddha and The Badass. This book deals with the secret spiritual art of succeeding at work. We also talk about how he started Mindvalley and some of his favorite books! Please enjoy my conversation with Vishen Lakhiani.
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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.
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!

Jul 9, 2020 • 38min
13. Brant Pinvidic: Author of The 3-Minute Rule
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview the author Brant Pinvidic. Brant is an award-winning film director, C-level sales and presentations coach, top-rated podcast host and columnist for Forbes. His endless energy, quest for adventure, and 3-Minute Rule have helped him climb to the consultant status he now has.
Our conversion touches on his book, The 3-Minute Rule: Say Less to Get More from Any Pitch or Presentation, but we also talk about why people tend to oversell and about some of his favorite books! Please enjoy my conversation with Brant Pinvidic.
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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.
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!

Jul 3, 2020 • 35min
12. Elena Cardone: Author of Build an Empire
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview the author Elena Cardone. A lifelong competitive sport shooter, and now author, businesswoman, public speaker, empire builder and visionary, Elena currently hosts her own show, “Women in Power” and co-hosts “The G&E Show” with her husband, Grant Cardone, bestselling author, entrepreneur and real estate investor.
Our conversion touches on her book, Build an Empire, but we also talk about what it takes to be in a successful relationship and why we need to hustle now! Please enjoy my conversation with Elena Cardone.
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.
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!

Jun 26, 2020 • 41min
11. Vanessa Van Edwards: Author of Captivate
Vanessa Van Edwards, a bestselling author and Lead Investigator at Science of People, dives into the art of communication and emotional intelligence. She shares practical science-based tips to enhance your interpersonal skills, revealing the importance of authenticity in social interactions. Vanessa discusses 'thread theory,' a concept to deepen conversations, and emphasizes recognizing personal boundaries to improve well-being. Plus, she highlights her favorite books, blending her passion for reading with the transformative power of effective communication.

Jun 20, 2020 • 50min
10. Greg McKeown: Author of Essentialism
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview the author Greg McKeown. Greg writes, teaches and lectures around the world on the importance of living and leading as an Essentialist. You’ll find out what that means in just a moment. He also serves as a Young Global Leader for the World Economic Forum and holds an MBA from Stanford.
Our conversation touches on his book, Essentialism, as well as a variety of topics from the importance of saying no to the importance of thinking 7 generations out. Please enjoy my conversation with Greg McKeown.
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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.
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!

Jun 16, 2020 • 29min
9. Grant Cardone: Author of The 10X Rule
The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview author Grant Cardone.
Grant is the CEO of Cardone Capital which has a $2B portfolio of multifamily properties, he has created over 20 best-selling business programs and he was named the #1 marketer to watch by Forbes Magazine. Lastly, Grant is the founder of The 10X Movement and The 10X Growth Conference which is the world's largest business and entrepreneur conference.
Our conversation touches on a few things including his book The 10X Rule, we talk about his biggest regrets so far and we discuss my favorite topic...how books can have a positive impact on you.
Please enjoy this amazing conversation with Grant Cardone.
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!

Jun 13, 2020 • 38min
8. Nir Eyal: Author of Indistractable
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview author, entrepreneur and investor, Nir Eyal. Before writing his books, Nir sold two businesses and then llectured at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. He writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. Our conversation touches on his books, Hooked and Indistractable, the future of technology as well as some of his favorite books. Please enjoy my conversation with Nir Eyal.
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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.
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!

Jun 13, 2020 • 18min
7. Brandon Webb: Former Navy Seal Sniper Turned CEO
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview author and former Navy Seal sniper turned CEO, Brandon Webb. As a US Navy Chief and Seal with more than a decade of service, he served multiple combat deployments to the Middle East and Afghanistan and was the head instructor at the Navy Seal sniper school which produced legendary snipers such as Chris Kyle and Marcus Luttrel.
Our conversation touches on his book Total Focus, how to make better decisions under pressure, and some military lessons that apply to business. Please enjoy my conversation with Brandon Webb.
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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.
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!

Jun 13, 2020 • 33min
6. Alex Banayan: Author of The Third Door
The World’s #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!
In this episode, I have the pleasure to interview Alex Banayan.
Alex has been named to Forbes 30 Under 30 List and Business Insider’s Most Powerful People Under 30. After listening to his book, The Third Door for the third time, I knew I had to have him on the podcast! Our conversation touches on his book, some lessons he has learned throughout the writing/publishing process as well as how to break outside of society’s box.
Please enjoy this amazing conversation with Alex Banayan.
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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!