You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. The Mel Robbins Podcast is the #1 podcast on the globe for a reason: Mel’s simple, research-backed advice has changed millions of people’s lives, and in every episode, she’s giving you all her hard-fought secrets, science-backed tools, and deeply personal stories, so you can change yours too. If you’re a new listener, you’re in the right place. Every episode will empower you to create a better life and help you take a step toward the life you want. Want more? Follow along at @melrobbins Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Mel Robbins Podcast ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
The podcast explores themes of justice, mercy, hope, and compassion in the face of systemic injustice. Mel Robbins interviews Bryan Stevenson, a civil rights attorney and author, about his work with the Equal Justice Initiative, representing wrongly convicted individuals, children in adult prisons, and others marginali...
The podcast explores themes of dignity, shame, and finding purpose, particularly for those who feel lost or marginalized. Ocean Vuong, an acclaimed author and professor, discusses how language can be used to both humiliate and reclaim personal dignity. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's inherent value, i...
The podcast explores the impact of dopamine on motivation, happiness, and addiction, featuring Dr. Anna Lembke, an expert on dopamine and addiction medicine. Dr. Lembke explains the pleasure-pain balance in the brain, where the brain seeks homeostasis, and how repeated exposure to pleasurable stimuli weakens the initia...
Financial freedom requires moving beyond a "no-plan plan" by automating savings and investment habits. David Bach, a personal finance expert, advocates for an "automatic economy" where individuals prioritize paying themselves first—ideally 12.5% of their gross income—into retirement accounts like 401ks or Roth IRAs. Th...
This podcast explores the science of menopause, emphasizing that women can take control of their bodies through lifestyle changes rather than feeling victimized by hormonal shifts. Dr. Stacy Sims, an expert in women's health, explains how decreasing estrogen levels impact various bodily functions, from brain metabolism...
The podcast explores the dynamics of relationships, emphasizing the need to move beyond traditional gender roles and societal norms to achieve genuine intimacy. Terry Real, a renowned couples therapist, highlights the importance of relational skills, such as communicating needs with love and rewarding positive behavior...
This podcast explores the power of habits and systems for personal transformation. James Clear, author of "Atomic Habits," shares insights on building good habits and breaking bad ones, emphasizing that systems, not goals, are the key to long-term success. He introduces the concept of getting 1% better each day, which ...
The podcast episode centers on seven "wake the hell up" reminders designed to empower listeners and reconnect them with their strongest selves. It emphasizes setting boundaries, reminding listeners that kindness doesn't necessitate being a doormat, and that saying "no" is an act of self-respect. The podcast challenges ...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews Dr. Betsy Grunch, a neurosurgeon, about spinal health and overall well-being. Dr. Grunch shares her personal story of becoming a spine surgeon after her mother was paralyzed, and how her experiences shaped her approach to medicine. She emphasizes the importance...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews Dr. Katy Milkman, a behavioral scientist, about the seven hidden barriers preventing people from achieving their goals. Dr. Milkman explains these barriers: struggling to start, impulsivity, procrastination, forgetfulness, laziness, lack of confidence, and conf...
Mel Robbins presents a recap of the top nine most impactful moments from The Mel Robbins Podcast in 2025, highlighting key insights and advice from various experts. The episode covers a range of topics including overcoming feeling stuck with Jay Shetty's advice, navigating friendships with Danielle Bayard Jackson, impr...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews Dr. Marielle Bouquet, an expert in intergenerational trauma, about how to improve family dynamics and create deeper connections. Dr. Bouquet emphasizes that healing is possible at any age and encourages listeners to acknowledge and name their truths to break ge...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews Dr. Alia Crum, a Stanford professor and expert in mindset, about how to use the power of the mind to improve various aspects of life. Dr. Crum explains that mindsets are settings of the mind influenced by core beliefs, and these settings impact attention, emoti...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews David Kessler, a grief expert, about the complexities of grief and loss. Kessler shares insights from his personal experiences and professional work, discussing the different ways people grieve, including "practical grievers," and emphasizing that there is no r...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel Robbins shares a year-end ritual based on six research-backed questions designed to help listeners reflect on the past year and plan for the next. She emphasizes the importance of looking back at both the highs and lows to gain clarity and make intentional choices for the...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews Mark Rober, a former NASA and Apple engineer and popular science educator on YouTube. Mark shares frameworks for approaching challenges, viewing failure as an opportunity, and fostering creativity. He emphasizes the importance of evoking emotion and storytellin...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel interviews her close friend Hoda Kotb about reinvention and living a life of possibility. Hoda shares her personal experiences of reinventing herself at different stages of her life, from her career to motherhood, and now as a tech entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importa...
Mel Robbins interviews Wallace "Wallo267" Peeples, who shares his transformative journey from spending 25 years in prison to becoming a media powerhouse. Wallo emphasizes the importance of mental freedom, self-acceptance, and rejecting external pressures, urging listeners to pursue their dreams fearlessly. He discusses...
Mel Robbins interviews Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and expert on habits, about the science of behavior change and keystone habits. Duhigg explains that habits consist of a cue, routine, and reward, and that changing habits can create a cascade effect in one's life. They discuss three keystone ha...
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel discusses gratitude as a tool to rewire the mind for positivity and combat negativity. She emphasizes that gratitude isn't about ignoring problems but finding power within chaos. Mel introduces three research-backed tools: writing an unsent gratitude letter, practicing a ...
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