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Tim Ferriss · Business

The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss is a self-experimenter and bestselling author, best known for The 4-Hour Workweek, which has been translated into 40+ languages. Newsweek calls him "the world's best human guinea pig," and The New York Times calls him "a cross between Jack Welch and a Buddhist monk." In this show, he deconstructs world-class performers from eclectic areas (investing, chess, pro sports, etc.), digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.

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#865: The Most Incredible Transformation I’ve Ever Seen — Jerzy Gregorek on Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Coaching, and the Power of Micro-Progressions

14 May 2026
1h 18m
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The transformation of individuals with cerebral palsy through athletic training and identity-based coaching challenges the conventional medical prognosis of permanent, non-progressive disability. By implementing micro-progressions—small, incremental physical and cognitive goals—coaches can bypass neurological limitatio...

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#864: How to Simplify Your Life in 2026 — New Tips from Anne Lamott, Claire Hughes Johnson, David Yarrow, and Diana Chapman

06 May 2026
38m
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Complexity often stems from over-commitment and the pursuit of external validation, but life can be simplified by aligning inner intentions with outer actions. Prioritizing relationships over tasks allows for clearer boundaries, such as shifting from a default "yes" to a deliberate "no" and treating personal health as ...

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#863: Elad Gil, Consigliere to Empire Builders — How to Spot Billion-Dollar Companies Before Everyone Else, The Misty AI Frontier, How Coke Beat Pepsi, When Consensus Pays, and Much More

29 Apr 2026
1h 51m
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The rapid evolution of the AI industry is driven by intense competition for elite talent and critical compute infrastructure, creating unique market dynamics for founders and investors. AI researchers are currently experiencing a "personal IPO" as tech giants aggressively bid for their expertise, while memory and data ...

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#862: Cathy Lanier, Chief Security Officer of the NFL — From 9th-Grade Dropout to DC's Longest-Serving Police Chief, Protecting the Super Bowl, and Resilience Under Extreme Pressure

23 Apr 2026
1h 35m
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Cathy Lanier, Chief Security Officer of the NFL and former Chief of Police in Washington, D.C., details her trajectory from a childhood defined by poverty and early motherhood to leading major law enforcement and security operations. Resilience and systems-level thinking underpin her approach to crisis management, exem...

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#861: 4-Hour Workweek Success Story Brian Dean — From Dad’s Basement to Selling Two Companies

16 Apr 2026
1h 2m
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Brian Dean, founder of Backlinko and Exploding Topics, details his transition from a struggling graduate student in 2008 to a successful entrepreneur following the principles outlined in The 4-Hour Workweek. The conversation centers on the evolution of digital business strategies, specifically shifting from "black hat"...

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#860: Daredevil Michelle Khare — How to Become a YouTube Superstar, Open Impossible Doors (FBI, Secret Service, etc.), Craft Jedi-Level Cold Emails, and Use Fear-Setting to Change Your Life

07 Apr 2026
3h 10m
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Michelle Khare, creator of the YouTube series "Challenge Accepted," discusses her journey from early film exposure in Shreveport to building a successful digital media career. She emphasizes the importance of defining a unique category, prioritizing quality over quantity, and assembling a supportive "Formula One team."...

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#859: Q&A with Tim — The Upcoming AI Tsunami and Building Offline Advantage, Book Recommendations, Spotting Psychedelic Red Flags, Courage as a Learnable Skill, and More

26 Mar 2026
1h 23m
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Tim Ferriss addresses a range of questions from his audience, with a significant focus on navigating the age of AI. He emphasizes the importance of IRL experiences and relational skills as AI becomes more prevalent, suggesting that unique offline knowledge provides an informational advantage. Regarding AI investments, ...

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#858: The Random Show, Couch Edition! — Supplements, Hummingbirds, Cock Rings, Optimizing Mitochondria, Breathing and Balance Training, Cool Grip Strength Tools, and More

18 Mar 2026
1h 36m
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Tim Ferriss and Kevin Rose explore various health, wellness, and lifestyle topics, starting with their recent Zen meditation retreat and its impact on mindfulness and focus. They delve into the potential benefits of vagus nerve stimulation through meditation and devices, cautioning against overuse of ketone supplements...

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#857: How to Simplify Your Life in 2026 — New Tips from Maria Popova, Morgan Housel, Cal Newport, Craig Mod, and Debbie Millman

10 Mar 2026
42m
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The podcast episode explores strategies for simplifying life, posing the question: "What are one to three decisions that could dramatically simplify my life in 2026?" Five guests share their approaches to simplification. Maria Popova prioritizes spending time only with people whose company she cherishes and eliminates ...

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#856: Jim Collins — What to Make of a Life and How to Maximize Your Return on Luck

05 Mar 2026
2h 49m
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Jim Collins returns to the Tim Ferriss Show to discuss themes of self-renewal, luck, and career reinvention, particularly in the context of his new book, "What to Make of a Life." Collins shares personal anecdotes, including his wife Joanne's athletic career shift and his own journey from Stanford to independent resear...

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#855: Tim Ferriss — How to Quiet the Ruminative Mind, Avoid Traps of Self-Help, and Focus in a World of Promiscuous Overcommitment

24 Feb 2026
1h 18m
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Tim Ferriss discusses his mental and physical health improvements, emphasizing relationships, meditation, and advanced treatments. He highlights accelerated TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) combined with D-cycloserine for managing severe OCD and anxiety, noting the importance of neurological health given his fam...

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#854: Tish Rabe — 200+ Children's Books, Getting Picked for Dr. Seuss, Lessons from Early Sesame Street, How to Write 300+ Songs, and More

18 Feb 2026
1h 27m
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The conversation explores Tish Rabe's multifaceted career, from her early aspirations as an opera singer to becoming a prolific children's book author, including her work on the Dr. Seuss series. Rabe recounts her serendipitous entry into Sesame Street, highlighting the show's unique creative environment and its emphas...

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#853: Jordan Jonas, Champion of Alone — The Art of Survival, Lessons from Nomadic Tribes, Hardship as the Path to Peace, How to Handle Rogue Wolverines, and Why Not to Photograph Attacking Bears

11 Feb 2026
2h 26m
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Jordan Jonas, survival expert and winner of Alone Season 6, joins Tim Ferriss to discuss wilderness survival, resilience, and living a purposeful life. The conversation explores the critical role of an axe in survival, highlighting the unique design of Jonas's Siberian axe and its versatility in the wilderness. Jordan ...

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#852: Tim McGraw — Starting Late with a $20 Guitar, Selling 100M+ Records, and 30+ Years of Creative Longevity

04 Feb 2026
1h 57m
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Tim Ferriss interviews country music star Tim McGraw, exploring the themes of creative longevity, physical and mental resilience, and the importance of personal values. McGraw discusses how his creative process has evolved, emphasizing the need for great songs and gravitating towards music with deeper meaning as he mat...

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#851: Dr. Tommy Wood — How to Future-Proof Your Brain from Dementia

28 Jan 2026
2h 7m
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The podcast explores strategies for preserving and enhancing cognitive function, particularly in relation to dementia and brain injury. Dr. Tommy Wood, associate professor and head scientist for motorsport at INSA Performance, discusses the importance of DHA and ketones for brain development and recovery, referencing s...

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#850: The Peace That's Always Within You — Guided Meditation by Zen Master Henry Shukman

26 Jan 2026
12m
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Zen master Henry Shukman introduces the "backward step," a meditative technique designed to shift focus from external engagement to the intrinsic fabric of awareness. This practice involves a deliberate physical and mental "floppiness," where the body is released like a rag doll to reset the nervous system and trigger ...

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#849: Dr. Michael Levin — Reprogramming Bioelectricity, Updating "Software" for Anti-Aging, Treating Cancer Without Drugs, Cognition of Cells, and Much More

21 Jan 2026
1h 47m
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The podcast explores the role of bioelectricity in biology, diverging from the traditional DNA-centric view. Dr. Michael Levin, a distinguished professor of biology, discusses experiments involving salamanders and flatworms, demonstrating how manipulating bioelectricity can influence regeneration, birth defects, and ev...

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#848: From Stress to Stillness — Guided Meditation with Zen Master Henry Shukman

19 Jan 2026
11m
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Stress management requires a counterintuitive shift from resisting tension to actively allowing and including it within one's awareness. Henry Shukman, a Sanbo Zen master, introduces a meditative practice designed to lower anxiety by transforming the physical experience of stress into a manageable sensation. The proces...

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#847: Steve Young, from Super Bowl MVP to Managing Billions – Hall of Fame 49ers Quarterback on High Performance, Reinvention, Faith, and How to Blend Dreams and Plans

14 Jan 2026
1h 49m
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Steve Young, Hall of Fame NFL quarterback, explores themes of vulnerability, accountability, and transition. He recounts a transformative encounter with Stephen Covey, which shifted his perspective from victimization to ownership, leading to his NFL MVP season. The discussion covers Young's childhood separation anxiety...

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#846: Permission to Do Nothing — Guided Meditation with Zen Master Henry Shukman

12 Jan 2026
9m
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Meditation practice often emphasizes complex techniques, yet a more fundamental path involves "non-doing"—the intentional act of dropping all methods to access an intrinsic, peaceful well-being. Henry Shukman, a Sanbo Zen master, guides a session focused on powering down the internal system and unhooking from daily age...

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