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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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.
29 snips
Oct 21, 2026 • 40min
Why You Can't Stop Comparing Yourself
Why do even elite athletes and performers compare themselves to others? Stories from Dina Asher-Smith, Alex Albon, Richard Osman and more explore envy, confidence, parenting pressure and the damage caused by highlight reels. The discussion examines how algorithms amplify insecurity, why success doesn’t silence self-doubt, and practical ways to curate your feed, relationships and environment.
25 snips
Oct 19, 2026 • 1h 36min
Christian Horner: Red Bull Betrayal, Geri’s WARNING & Unfinished Business in F1 (E443)
Christian Horner, the former Red Bull Racing chief and championship-winning team leader, reflects on 23 years at the top of Formula One. He discusses the meeting that ended his career, perceived betrayal, Geri’s warning, media scrutiny, Adrian Newey’s departure, Max Verstappen’s brilliance, and the fierce rivalry with Toto Wolff. He also explores family, identity, and whether a return to F1 could be on the cards.
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Oct 17, 2026 • 1h 22min
TOP RATED | Andy Wilman: Top Gear Boss On Show's Meteoric Rise, BBC Exit & Clarkson Sacking (E382)
Andy Wilman, legendary producer behind Top Gear and The Grand Tour, shares the rollercoaster journey of transforming a modest show into a global sensation. He reveals the chaotic beginnings and the unique chemistry of Clarkson, Hammond, and May that sparked their success. Andy discusses the creative risks and accidental ideas that became iconic, the mental health toll of chasing ratings, and the moments of turmoil, like the infamous Mexico controversy. His insights offer a candid look at the price of success in the entertainment industry.
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Oct 17, 2026 • 2h 6min
TOP RATED | Boris Becker: Surviving Prison, My Truth & Rebuilding Life (E371)
Boris Becker, a former world No. 1 tennis player and three-time Wimbledon champion, shares his journey from triumph to turmoil. He candidly discusses his prison experience, illustrating the emotional toll on his family and his challenges with fame. Boris reveals the lessons learned through Stoicism and how it helped him navigate his time behind bars. He reflects on loyalty from friends like Novak Djokovic and emphasizes the importance of honesty and accountability as he rebuilds his life and relationships.
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Oct 17, 2026 • 1h 37min
TOP RATED | Nico Rosberg: The F1 Champion Who Disappeared (E414)
Nico Rosberg, former Formula 1 World Champion turned investor and founder of Rosberg Ventures. He discusses the mental rewiring behind racing at the highest level. Short scenes cover fierce rivalries, secret psychology and visualization routines, terrifying on-track moments, the split-second decision to retire, and how he channels competitive drive into startups and sustainability projects.
82 snips
Oct 17, 2026 • 51min
TOP RATED | Gordon Ramsay: The Golden Rule That Made the World's Most Iconic Chef
Gordon Ramsay, the world-renowned chef and TV personality, shares his journey from a humble upbringing to culinary stardom. He candidly discusses the struggles behind his success, including the pain of losing his football career and how that fueled his ambition. Ramsay highlights the importance of hard work, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. He emphasizes the need for discipline in kitchens and reflects on family challenges, offering advice to youth about self-motivation and growth. With his signature fire, he shares invaluable lessons on high performance.
100 snips
Oct 17, 2026 • 1h 3min
TOP RATED | Usain Bolt: The Failure That Changed Everything
Usain Bolt, Jamaica’s eight-time Olympic champion and world-record sprinter, revisits the failure that reshaped his career: an early Olympic exit in Athens. He discusses learning to lose, the work behind talent, managing scoliosis, handling fame, and staying calm under pressure. Bolt also reflects on competition, breaking self-imposed limits, and the mindset behind three consecutive Olympic triumphs.
232 snips
Oct 17, 2026 • 1h 12min
TOP RATED | Simon Sinek: ‘Start with why’ when searching for High Performance (E206)
Simon Sinek, a renowned author and inspirational speaker famous for his books on leadership, drives home the importance of 'finding your why.' He shares his personal journey of discovering purpose amidst career highs. The conversation emphasizes that high performance thrives on collaboration rather than individual effort and that meaningful feedback is essential for growth. Sinek also highlights how genuine connections and understanding one’s motivations can transform personal and professional experiences, ultimately leading to impactful leadership.
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Oct 16, 2026 • 55min
Dr Chris van Tulleken: The Food Industry Wants to Buy My Silence
Dr Chris van Tulleken, UCL scientist, NHS doctor and WHO adviser, investigates ultra-processed food and the forces shaping what we eat. He explores food swamps, engineered cravings, additives, gut health and his month-long diet experiment. Chris also discusses industry pressure, rejected payoffs, warning labels and restoring genuine choice without shame.
