Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook
Impact Theory
Your future self will thank you. Dive deep into the ideas that will improve every aspect of your life with Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook.Released exclusively from the Impact Theory archives, each episode tackles essential topics like mastering your mindset, optimizing your health, and building a thriving business. With guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, and Dave Asprey, this show is packed with insights from the world’s top performers. Hosted by Tom Bilyeu, a prominent entrepreneur and co-founder of the billion-dollar company Quest Nutrition, this show explores the mental tactics, strategies, and habits that drive success. Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook is the ultimate podcast for anyone obsessed with self-improvement and relentless growth. It doesn’t matter who you are. What matters is who you want to be.
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Jan 19, 2026 • 2h 51min
The Stoic Advice Every Man Learns Too Late In Life | Ryan Holiday
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Jan 15, 2026 • 54min
Michio Kaku on Why You Should Be Optimistic About the Future
Michio Kaku is a theoretical physicist following in the footsteps of Einstein. With his String Field Theory, he aims to crack open the answers of the universe. His gift of making such an intimidating subject so accessible is how he's helping popularize science for others to digest and explore on their own. Learn why he's so optimistic about our future on this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu.
SHOW NOTES:
Michio describes how his family background influenced his outlook on life. [3:25]
Tom and Michio discuss creating and developing wonder in the human mind. [10:43]
Michio breaks down his process of discovery and what keeps him curious. [22:39]
Michio predicts what human's future on other planets will be. [38:50]
Michio shares the impact he wants to have on the world. [46:03]
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Jan 12, 2026 • 52min
Gary "Litefoot" Davis: How to Get More Done
When people told Gary Davis that he would never become the first Native American rapper, he created his own record label and signed himself as an artist. Since then he’s recorded 11 albums and performed hundreds of concerts all around the world. Gary has also starred in feature films The Indian in the Cupboard, Mortal Kombat, and Kull the Conqueror as well as hit TV shows. As a prominent political figure and an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation, he’s a vocal proponent and lobbyist for Native American issues. His deep desire to give back was the catalyst for his 54,000 mile tour across North America, bringing hope to people living on reservations. Hear from the award-winning rapper, actor, author, entrepreneur and political figure in this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu.
Original air date: 10-3-17
SHOW NOTES
Gary walks through what his father and grandfather taught him about hard work. [3:11]
Gary explains how you can develop the mentality to always keep moving forward. [6:22]
Tom and Gary discuss steps to move you towards your goals. [9:46]
Gary explains why you need to set aggressive timelines to achieve your dreams. [12:38]
Gary shares the lessons he’s learned from industry role models. [14:35]
Gary talks about having true independence and not being afraid to stand alone. [18:46]
Tom and Gary dive into the importance of leading by example. [25:06]
Gary expounds on the trauma of self-hatred and how to cultivate self-worth. [28:36]
Gary shares how to not internalize failure. [31:28]
Gary talks about the benefits of being a real entrepreneur and how to cultivate confidence. [36:57]
Gary defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [45:34]
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Jan 8, 2026 • 48min
Tom Bilyeu Q&A: Tools For Building an Empowering Mindset and Designing Your Passion
Tom Bilyeu does a rapid fire AMA (ask me anything) live on Facebook.
Original air date: 7-13-17
Topics include:
*Using narrative to build a stronger mindset *
Tips on managing your emotions
*Designing your passion and gaining mastery
*Hacks for managing anxiety and depression
*Scaling your business without getting into debt
*Helping family members with addiction
*Building confidence
*Advice to college graduates
*Tom’s current impactful book
*Creating more meaningful friendships
*And more...
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Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 2min
7 Steps to Master Networking
Impact Theory's, Director of Talent Relations, Dr. Finesse tells you the 7 steps you can use to become an expert level networker in any scenario. This video was pulled from our 24 hour, Facebook Live, Impactathon.
Original air date: 9-30-17
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Jan 1, 2026 • 53min
Tom Bilyeu Q&A: Building a Billion Dollar Brand and Starting From Scratch
Tom Bilyeu does a rapid fire AMA (ask me anything) inspired by a recent Facebook post on Building the Billion Dollar Brand, Quest Nutrition.
Topics include:
*Focusing on your goals
*Finding your path to success
*Developing your passion and gaining mastery
*Starting from scratch with little or no resources—what team would you build?
*Mindset hacks for days you don’t feel like executing
*Sourcing advice from others
*Turning suffering on and off
*The Quest Origin story
*Using customer support strategically
*The Vision of Impact Theory
*Leveraging Social Media
*The Advantages of competition
*Keys to Taking Quest to $1B valuation
*and more...
Original air date: 7-6-17
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Dec 29, 2025 • 55min
Dr. Shefali: The Pitfalls of Parenting (and How to Avoid Them)
Dr. Shefali, a clinical psychologist and best-selling author of the book The Awakened Family, has sparked a parenting revolution. Her unconventional and downright controversial insights encourage individuals, couples, and families to find their true selves. Named to Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 list, she has attracted global attention by disrupting the traditional parenting paradigm with what she calls “Conscious Parenting.” She’s spoken at high profile venues such as Wisdom 2.0, Tedx, Kellogg Business School, and The Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education. Learn from the woman challenging everything we know about parenting in this transformational episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu.
Original air date: 9-5-17
SHOW NOTES
Tom and Dr. Shefali dive into the meaning of conscious parenting. [2:31]
Dr. Shefali explains how conditioning obscures child development. [5:14]
Dr. Shefali talks about understanding boundaries and the psychology behind parenting. [9:17]
Dr. Shefali describes how parents perpetuate children creating a false sense of self. [15:20]
Dr. Shefali talks about recovering our truest self and allowing our children to suffer. [17:00]
Dr. Shefali expands on living in the present moment and being deeply connected with your child. [21:31]
Tom and Dr. Shefali discuss learning to be present and how to accept and work with what you have. [24:17]
Dr. Shefali shares how she uncovers authenticity through insight meditation. [31:12]
Dr. Shefali breaks down the power of embracing the impermanent now. [34:39]
Tom and Dr. Shefali expose parenting myths and the difference between attachment and high love. [35:41]
Dr. Shefali walks through the importance of being conscious of our limitations. [39:12]
Dr. Shefali addresses the transcendence of life and how to engage and align with the moment. [43:43]
Dr. Shefali reveals why happiness is a misnomer and pursuing happiness is a trap. [47:17]
Dr. Shefali defines the impact that she wants to have on the world. [49:32]
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Dec 25, 2025 • 59min
Tom Bilyeu Q&A: Finding Your Why and Discovering Your Interests
Tom Bilyeu and Cindy Okereke answer questions from the Impact Theory community. Some topics include:
*Developing your bliss and building your why.
*How to gain retrospection to find your true passion
*The top three things Tom would teach his kids
*Coping with mental illness *
And more...
Original air date: 7-2-17
Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate global change through the incubation of mission-based businesses and the cultivation of empowering content. Every piece of content Impact Theory creates is meant to underscore the company mission to free people from The Matrix and help them unlock their true potential. Impact Theory exists to inspire the next generation of game-changing companies and creators that will make a true and lasting impact on the world.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 48min
Startup Theory: The Youth Academy
Tom Bilyeu talks with the founder of The Youth Academy, Nick Mayer.
LEARN ABOUT THE YOUTH ACADEMY: https://www.theyouthacademy.net.au
StartUp Theory is a new series in which founder of Impact Theory and co-founder of Quest Nutrition Tom Bilyeu shares the tactics you need to build a company by breaking down the challenges facing real startups from the Impact Theory community.
Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate global change through the incubation of mission-based businesses and the cultivation of empowering content. Every piece of content Impact Theory creates is meant to underscore the company mission to free people from The Matrix and help them unlock their true potential. Impact Theory exists to inspire the next generation of game-changing companies and creators that will make a true and lasting impact on the world.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 36min
Tom Bilyeu Q&A: Turning Vision into Actionable Goals
Tom Bilyeu and Cindy Okereke answer questions from the Impact Theory community. Some topics include:
* How to deal with doubt and negativity from loved ones
* Practical Steps on how to start with limited resources
* How to protect your down-side when chasing big goals
* And more…
Original air date: 6-17-17
Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate global change through the incubation of mission-based businesses and the cultivation of empowering content. Every piece of content Impact Theory creates is meant to underscore the company mission to free people from The Matrix and help them unlock their true potential. Impact Theory exists to inspire the next generation of game-changing companies and creators that will make a true and lasting impact on the world.
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