The High Performance Podcast
High Performance
Welcome to High Performance. Through fascinating conversations with remarkable guests, Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes uncover the secrets behind High Performance and explore how we can all become the best version of ourselves.We focus on uncovering the learnings from top performers in every field, from sport to entertainment, business, health and wellness. No matter where our guests have excelled, they all have first-hand experiences and lessons to share.On High Performance we find out what non-negotiable behaviours they employed to get them to the top and keep them there.
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Nov 13, 2026 • 1h 13min
Mauricio Pochettino & Jesús Pérez: What Man United Fans Can Expect
Mauricio Pochettino, Argentine manager known for developing players and building strong cultures, joins Jesús Pérez, his longtime Spanish coaching partner. They revisit protecting a young Harry Kane, Cole Palmer’s freedom, managing Messi, Neymar and Mbappé, and why belonging comes before tactics. Pochettino also explains the lemons in his office and shares his belief in future Premier League glory.
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Nov 11, 2026 • 46min
How To Be A Better Mate
A candid exploration of loneliness, men’s health, and what it means to be a better friend. Stories range from Rob Burrow’s unforgettable smile and a friendship prescription, to small acts of care, honest conversations, and the courage to ask difficult questions. The discussion also covers friendships that evolve, the effort needed to keep them alive, and why gratitude should be expressed now.
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Nov 9, 2026 • 1h 14min
The Man Who Exposed How Big Tech Engineers Male Rage | Jon Ronson (E447)
Jon Ronson, the Welsh journalist, author, and documentary maker behind The Psychopath Test, explores the collision of purpose, identity, and online outrage. He examines how algorithms reward extremism, how personal brands can spiral into rage bait, and the human cost of chasing attention. They also discuss male connection, vulnerability, flawed pop psychology, and why nuance and integrity matter in a culture built on conflict.
Nov 6, 2026 • 43min
Jenson Button: How I Nearly Threw Away My F1 World Title
Jenson Button, the British former Formula One driver and 2009 world champion, gets candid about the road behind the trophies. He recalls his parents’ influence, escaping the “playboy” label, and why moving to BAR changed everything. Button also revisits the crushing pressure of 2009, racing through injury, team culture, failure, and the moment he finally asked for help.
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Nov 4, 2026 • 53min
Harry Kane: The Ballon d’Or Winner Nobody Saw Coming
Harry Kane’s unlikely rise from academy outcast and loan journeyman to Ballon d’Or winner is explored through stories from coaches, teammates and researchers. Discover the secret practice sessions, the trust that sparked his breakthrough, his reinvention as a penalty taker, and the quiet standards that shaped his leadership. A compelling look at late blooming, relentless consistency and putting “we” before “me”.
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Nov 2, 2026 • 1h 22min
Lewis Moody: Preparing His Family for The End & Choosing To Live (E446)
Lewis Moody, former England rugby captain, World Cup winner and MND campaigner, opens up about living with a terminal diagnosis. He discusses telling his children the truth, preparing his family for death, and finding purpose through adversity. He also explores resilience, intrusive thoughts, adapting exercise, making peace with rugby’s end, and creating a family “fuck it list” to live fully.
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Oct 30, 2026 • 42min
How to Build a £100m Business | Jordan Schwarzenberger
Jordan Schwarzenberger, entrepreneur and Arcade co-founder, has helped scale creator brands including The Sidemen. He explores why influencer marketing is breaking, how algorithms are reshaping reach, and why personality-led media is challenging traditional institutions. Jordan also discusses turning creators into investable companies, scaling the Sidemen, building sustainable infrastructure, and finding balance beyond business.
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Oct 28, 2026 • 44min
Why The Best Never Stop Feeling Fear
Fearless performance is a myth. Explore the comfort, stretch, and panic zones, Pippa Grange’s “see it, face it, replace it” approach, and the power of writing down what scares you. Hear how crisis, uncertainty, and even karaoke reveal new ways to work with nerves, reframe fear as excitement, and turn resistance into action.
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Oct 27, 2026 • 1h 26min
Jimmy Carr: How To Fix Your Mind, Stop Overthinking & Take Control (E445)
Jimmy Carr, award-winning British comedian and television writer, opens up about anxiety, confidence and the relentless demands of performance. He recalls leaving corporate security to pursue comedy, explores how humor creates connection during grief and difficult times, and champions community, vulnerability and meaningful work. He also discusses mastering craft, finding your people, and becoming impossible to replace.
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Oct 23, 2026 • 1h 11min
Richard Hammond: Life After Top Gear & Turning Down the BBC (E444)
Richard Hammond, the British broadcaster best known for Top Gear and The Grand Tour, reflects on fame, loyalty, and life beyond television. He reveals why he turned down the chance to lead Top Gear, recalls ending The Grand Tour on his own terms, and discusses personal loss, brain injury fears, and reconnecting with ordinary life. His classic-car restoration business offers a bold, more grounded second act.
