

The Alchemist's Library
Ryan Ayala
The Alchemists Library is dedicated to the exploration of becoming one's best self. With the goal of achieving a clear mind, fit body, and a house full of love. Episodes centered around: Health, Wealth, and Wisdom. The ancient practice of alchemy was about turning lead to gold but the secret was that it was never about physical gold. The real art was in turning the self from lead to gold.
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Nov 15, 2024 • 49min
The Truth about Genius No One Admits (7 Blunt Rules) - Anthony Pompliano
In this conversation, Anthony Pompliano, a visionary entrepreneur and Bitcoin advocate, shares his insights on success and innovation. He argues that luck is an illusion, emphasizing personal responsibility and the value of useful beliefs. Pompliano discusses the importance of incessant reading and the impact of influential books. He also highlights the necessity of independent thinking, intuition, and intensity in decision-making. Listeners are encouraged to cultivate diverse learning styles and engage in intellectual discourse to thrive in a complex world.

Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 26min
Rob Lipsett- Partying with Connor Mcgregor & Income Breakdown
Send us a textAbout the guest:Rob Lipsett is a dynamic fitness influencer and entrepreneur from Dublin, known for his high-energy YouTube content on workouts, nutrition, and lifestyle tips. He’s the founder of Lipsett Fitness and LF Gymwear, captivating fans worldwide with his relentless passion, authentic personality, and dedication to inspiring healthy, balanced living.Chapters:00:00 - 1:41 - Bless the AirTag1:42 - 2:41 - Connor Mcgreggor2:42 - 3:32 - How to build a network3:33 - 6:53 - The Social Media Game6:54 - 8:58 - 20k Calorie Challenge8:59 - 10:16 - Overeating vs Dieting10:17 - 13:57 - BUILD MUSCLE13:58 - 15:30 - How environment affects your body15:31 - 16:38 - Rob's Marriage16:39 - 21:32 - Modern Dating21:33 - 24:31 - Mental Health24:32 - 29:30 - Rob's Career Journey29:31 - 32:45 - The Lonely Start32:46 - 35:30 - Monk Mode35:31 - 38:32 - Entrepreneurial Work38:33 - 42:09 - Work Hard or Smart?42:10 - 43:51 - Work Enhancing Drugs43:52 - 46:32 - Americans have it easy46:33 - 51:43 - America's State51:44 - 52:58 - Music52:59 - 54:58 - Tiktok and Hate Comments54:59 - 56:22 - Youtube Success56:23 - 58:35 - UFO & Conspiracy Theories58:36 - 1:00:42 - Sales Psychology1:00:42 - 1:01:33 - Rob's first podcast1:01:34 - 1:03:45 - Training Guide1:03:46 - 1:04:45 - Sleep's Important1:04:46 - 1:08:17 - Optimal Nighttime Routine1:08:18 - 1:10:57 - Sleep & Daily Supplements1:10:58 - 1:17:34 - Biggest Diet Mistakes1:17:35 - 1:21:29 - Top Revenue Streams1:21:30 - 1:24:49 - Smart Work or Hard Work1:24:50 - 1:25:13 Signing OffConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Nov 3, 2024 • 1h 45min
Stop Strategising, Stop Planning - Arlin Moore
Send us a textArlin Moore is a content creator, entrepreneur, and self-development coach. He gained initial popularity through YouTube, where he posted lifestyle, travel, and personal development videos, which resonated with young audiences interested in self-improvement, social skills, and entrepreneurship.Connect with Arlin! https://www.instagram.com/arlin/?hl=enConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Oct 24, 2024 • 1h 17min
Derek Sivers: Extreme Results Come From Extreme Actions! Are You Really An Introvert?
Send us a textDerek Sivers: Extreme Results Come From Extreme Actions! Are You Really An Introvert?About the guest: Derek Sivers is an author of philosophy and entrepreneurship, known for his surprising, quotable insights and pithy, succinct writing style. He is a former musician, programmer, TED speaker, and circus clown, who sold his first company, CDBaby for $22 million and gave all the money to charity.Connect with Derek! https://sive.rs/contactConnect with Ryan! https://twitter.com/RyanJAyalaConnect with Us! https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:44 - How Ryan & Derek Met1:27 - Derek's Introduction4:20 - Responding to the Classic "What do you do?"5:18 - The Art of Living9:55 - Derek's Insights12:44 - Find your Mastery14:39 - Finding The Right Answer19:21 - How to live - Derek Sivers' Book21:07 - 'Useful not True' - Derek Sivers' Book24:10 - Michael Jackson's Story25:10 - Derek's Story26:50 - Are you an introvert?28:13 - Your Brain Lies34:32 - Beliefs38:20 - The World is Negotiable44:31 - Millionaire's Advice53:57 - Actions Matter55:12 - Derek as a parent59:02 - School of Mastery01:01:19 - Power of Solitude01:05:00:12 - Hell Yeah or Nah01:09:56 - Make better decisions01:12:01 - Final Words01:13:11 - Lessons from 'Useful not true'01:16:39 - Signing offConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

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Oct 16, 2024 • 1h 50min
Get Ahead of 99% of People in 2025 - Dan Koe
Dan Koe, an author and entrepreneur, shares his journey towards success shaped by psychology and philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of goal-setting and the unpredictable nature of personal growth. Koe discusses mastering meta skills like effective communication to thrive in modern business. He also dives into balancing productivity with personal fulfillment through experimentation. Additionally, he redefines engagement groups as communities for genuine connection, and highlights the power of grit and resilience in overcoming challenges.

Oct 8, 2024 • 1h 28min
How to Reclaim Your Vitality - Case Bradford
Send us a textMy guest today is Case Bradford.Case Bradford is a content creator who's mission is to elevate the world's vitality. He has his own podcast Peak Earth.Connect with Case:https://bio.link/casebradfordConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Sep 2, 2024 • 1h 6min
Calibrate Your Mind: Guide to UNLOCKING your POTENTIAL - Nick Sweeney
Send us a textIn this episode Nick and I take a deep dive into what it takes to calibrate your mind, from cultivating belief to slaying the dragon that is your bad habits. Nick also goes into his personal struggles with a traumatic bike accident that shifted his mindset forever.Connect with Nick Sweeney! https://www.youtube.com/@UCsm_nME9eWR2EyB_H5GuKqA Connect with Ryan! https://twitter.com/RyanJAyalaConnect with Us! https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/Chapters:00:00 Intro00:24 Nick’s life changing bike accident04:02 Nick’s healing journey08:56 how breath-work helped recovery12:55 cultivating belief17:56 habits + identity = success20:33 killing that ONE bad habit 22:32 how to change your habits29:48 eliminating fear33:24 3 phases of change40:20 meditation39:48 being present through meditation44:19 “gratitude is the ultimate state of receivership”56:11 allow yourself to be bored58:42 key takeawaysConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Aug 14, 2024 • 49min
Tiktok Shop is TAKING OVER: Here’s Everything you Need to Know
Send us a textMy guest today is Kasra MoradiKasra is an internet entrepreneur who is absolutely killing it right now on TikTok Shop. I brought him on to hear what is going on with TikTok Shop and to find out if the hype real.0 - Intro 1:05 - New age money 5:36 - How Tiktok Shop is dominating competition 9:30 - Mindset 19:13 - Where to start in entrepreneurship 25:21 - Tiktok Shop breakdown 35:34 - Finding the right mentor 39:50 - Business advice for Ryan 45:45 - One lesson that shifted Kasra’s lifeAbout the guest:Connect with Kasra! https://www.instagram.com/realkasramoradi/Connect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Aug 6, 2024 • 1h 37min
The INSANE Story of a Pro Athlete Entrepreneur Who Overcame Sickle Cell | Lance Kearse
Send us a textMy Guest today is former pro athlete Lance KearseLance shares his story and the experiences that have shaped him. He discusses the impact of money on relationships, the challenges he faced with sickle cell disease, and the importance of mental and physical health. He emphasizes the need for routine and consistency in sleep, sunbathing, diet, hydration, exercise, and stress management. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Life Story03:17 The Impact of Money on Relationships06:38 Challenges with Sickle Cell Disease and Mental Health08:59 The Importance of Routine and Consistency19:33 Documentary Project on Sickle Cell Trait34:09 Navigating the Healthcare System50:56 Respecting the Body's Natural Processes58:32 The Value of Competency and Accomplishment01:03:29 Understanding and Adapting to Miami01:05:55 The Relaxed Lifestyle in Spain01:07:03 Exploring Different Cultures Through Living in Different Places01:13:24 The Challenges of Living in Other Countries01:18:04 Navigating the Complexities of the Health Industry01:22:50 The Nuances of Pursuing Money and Building Wealth01:26:38 Embracing the Nuances and Complexities of LifeConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 9min
Build More Muscle & Supercharge Your Health | DrueFit
Send us a textMy guest today is Andrew Marsh, creator of Drue Fit. He is an educator on many health and fitness related topics, including how to achieve healing. In this conversation, Andrew and Ryan discuss various topics related to health, fitness, and self-improvement.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Catching Up00:59 Getting in Shape and Body Fat Percentage08:40 The Pro-Metabolic Approach to Health18:42 Supplements for Health and Physique25:34 Exploring Solutions for Hair Loss28:29 Effective Training Methods31:46 Finding Balance in Health and Fitness33:39 Navigating Fitness Advice and Influencers37:58 Essential Exercises for Overall Fitness42:50 Exploring Carb Backloading48:37 Understanding the Effects of Alcohol and Nicotine52:33 The Practice of Looks Maxing55:28 The Benefits of the Carrot Salad58:51 The Importance of Detoxing for Health01:06:43 Evaluating Energy Levels as a Marker of HealthConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala