The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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Welcome to The Diary Of A CEO where you'll find raw, human conversations with the world’s most fascinating experts, storytellers, thinkers and business leaders.

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What's this show about?

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett features conversations with CEOs, experts, therapists, and leaders, exploring their personal experiences and insights.

What's it like to listen to?

Expect in-depth interviews with a conversational style. The show delivers a blend of personal anecdotes and professional advice, often delving into topics of business, culture, and personal development. Production is consistent, with a focus on guest insights.

What are recent episodes about?

Recent episodes feature topics like the path to purpose and happiness, the art of manipulation, and insights on the future of business and financial security.

Who's behind the mic?

Steven Bartlett is a British entrepreneur, investor, and author, known for founding Flight Story and Flight Fund. He created The Diary Of A CEO to share lessons from the world's most fascinating individuals.

How long is each episode?

Episodes typically range from about 20 minutes to over 2 hours.

When do new episodes drop?

The show releases new episodes regularly.

What are the main topics?

Business, society and culture, education, entrepreneurship, personal development, psychology, financial security, world affairs

Who should listen to this?

This show is ideal for entrepreneurs, business professionals, and anyone interested in personal growth, leadership, and insights from influential figures.

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Number 1: Andrew Huberman: The Real Reason You Can't Get Deep Sleep & Wake Up Exhausted
Stanford Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman returns to reveal the truth about GLP-1s, peptides, and the testosterone collapse, and the 10 protocols he uses every day to fix his sleep, stress, and focus!Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., is a neuroscientist and tenured professor in the Departments of Neurobiology and Ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine. He is host of the world's No. 1 health podcast 'Huberman Lab', and is also the author of his upcoming book, 'Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body'. He explains: ■ His 10 protocols to become the healthiest version of yourself ■ Why high cortisol first thing in the morning is actually good for you ■ The eye-movement trick to fall asleep instantly ■ A neuroscientist's take on God, prayer, and religion ■ The simple trick that lowers your blood sugar spikes after you eat Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:21 Introducing Protocols00:03:44 When High Cortisol Is A Good Thing00:06:42 Why Hydration Matters00:07:55 Why Morning Sunlight Matters00:13:18 How Light Can Boost Metabolism00:18:49 Why Sunlight Is A Powerful Health Tool00:20:53 How To Offset Night Shifts And Screen Time00:23:58 The Best Exercise Routine For All-Round Fitness00:25:56 Do Ice Baths Raise Cortisol?00:28:48 How To Build Willpower And Tenacity00:31:18 What Does Calming Your Nervous System Mean?00:35:48 The Comfort Crisis: Do Hard Things00:38:31 What Should You Actually Eat?00:41:28 How Starchy Foods Can Calm Stress00:43:29 Cortisol Is Not The Stress Hormone00:46:20 How To Reduce Stress Fast00:52:08 How To Increase Your HRV00:55:44 The Eye Movement Trick To Fall Back To Sleep01:00:24 Ads01:02:26 Could A Peptide Improve REM Sleep?01:03:47 The Truth About Peptides01:12:55 What Psychedelics Can Teach Us About Reality01:18:25 Do You Believe In God As A Neuroscientist?01:28:14 Could Religion Be An Antidote To Modern Suffering?01:36:43 Ads01:37:52 How To Create The Ideal Sleep Environment01:39:29 You Need To Do Effortful Work Daily01:47:52 How To Tap Into Your Unconscious01:54:27 Glymphatic Drainage: Can It Reduce Eye Bags?01:58:39 Do You Really Need Supplements?02:03:44 The Benefits Of A Post-Meal Walk02:07:22 Why Metabolism Doesn't Have To Decline With AgeIndependent Fact Check: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DOAC-Prof-Andrew-Huberman-Independent-Research-Further-Reading-v2.1.pdfTake Andrew Huberman’s ‘Protocols’ quiz here! https://10protocols.web.app/ Follow Andrew Huberman: X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/DExmJwB Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1ACSEfP Huberman Lab Podcast - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/3mXpbNy You can pre-order 'Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body', here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9j6yBxC Previous guests mentioned in this episode: Dr. Roger Seheult: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQJlGHVmdrA Dr. Andy Galpin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmz--DQty8o Dr. Arthur Brooks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRY-foz-ZAw Dr. David Sinclair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnvWAP99r3Y Dr. Martha Beck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fajtQSCHfvE Dr. Rhonda Patrick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyhmvAL-iYw The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BWjLTZK ◼ Shop The Diary Of A CEO collection: https://thediary.com/collections/shop ◼ Get email updates - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5IB1H6E ◼ Follow Steven - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/AGU9QP4 Sponsors: LinkedIn Marketing - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY Function Health - https://functionhealth.com/DOAC
September 03, 20262h 17min
Number 2: Most Replayed Moment: The First Warning Signs Of Insulin Resistance! Check Your Skin For This
What if the first signs of insulin resistance are already visible on your body?Dr Annette Bosworth, also known as Dr Boz, is a physician and author whose work focuses on metabolic health, insulin resistance and ketogenic nutrition.In this moment, Dr Boz explains how chronically high insulin can quietly affect the body long before many people recognise there’s a problem. She reveals the surprising physical cues, the differences between men and women, and walks Steve through the 12 step keto continuum - a protocol for lowering high insulin.Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/NkamPsZlI5b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/plY8uI1lI5b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDiaryOfACEO/videosDr Boz: https://bozmd.com/Sponsors - Function Health: https://functionhealth.com/DOAC
September 04, 202619min
Number 3: Human Lie Detector: The #1 Sign They’re Lying To You, Catch Liars Instantly! | Dr Leanne ten Brinke
Are you dealing with a master manipulator? Learn how to identify the hidden red flags of liars, psychopaths and narcissists before they cause lasting damage.Dr. Leanne ten Brinke, a renowned psychologist and director of the Truth and Trust Lab at the University of British Columbia, breaks down the science of deception and toxic behavior. Drawing from her extensive peer-reviewed research and her eye-opening book, Poisonous People, she shares practical, evidence-based strategies to help you recognize dark personality traits and protect your mental well being. In this episode, she explains: ■ The Warning Signs: How to spot the early behavioral red flags of the "Dark Tetrad" (psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism) before you get hurt. ■ The Manipulation Playbook: The exact psychological tactics toxic individuals use to control and deceive others, including what gaslighting actually means. ■ The Lie-Detector Myth: Why relying on eye contact, fidgeting, and body language is actually a terrible way to catch a liar. ■ The Two Faces of Narcissism: How to identify the different types (including why one completely crumbles at the slightest criticism), and the devastating toll of working for a psychopathic boss. ■ Defense Strategies: Proven techniques to outsmart dangerous personalities, set ironclad boundaries, and dramatically improve your life. Chapters00:00:00 Intro00:02:21 Why This Research Into Psychopathy Matters00:02:58 Why Psychopathy Is Getting More Attention00:04:05 Can You Spot a Psychopath in 5 Seconds?00:05:30 How Facial Expressions Reveal What People Really Feel00:08:56 Can You Predict If Someone Is Guilty?00:09:59 Three Signs Someone Might Be Lying00:13:46 Can Anyone Learn to Spot a Liar?00:20:29 Why the Eye Contact Myth Gets Body Language Wrong00:21:53 Psychopathy, Narcissism, Machiavellianism and Sadism Explained00:34:49 The Biggest Myths About Psychopaths Debunked00:36:28 How Common Are Dark Personality Traits?00:38:05 Are Dark Traits Caused by Genetics or Childhood?00:41:13 How to Increase Your Chances of Becoming a Good Parent00:44:23 What Happens Inside a Psychopath's Brain?00:46:06 Can Dark Personality Traits Be Cured?00:49:30 Ads00:51:32 Why Being Lied to Makes You Feel Distant00:57:14 Can You Be Warm and Competent at the Same Time?00:59:57 Why Dark Personality Traits Don't Get You Ahead01:04:41 How to Spot Red Flags in Dating Profiles and Relationships01:12:44 Ads01:13:52 Why Setting Boundaries Matters More Than You Think01:17:05 7 Rules for Dealing With Dark Personalities01:19:07 How to Spot Gaslighting and Coercive Control01:23:29 7 Rules for Dealing With Dark Personalities Continued01:30:37 How to Communicate With Dark Personalities01:33:28 How to Become a Better Detective of People's Cues01:34:00 Why You Should Avoid Face to Face Negotiations01:37:53 Three Mistakes People Make With Dark Personalities01:39:37 How the 10% Do the Damage and the Biggest Lie About Success01:41:10 What Is the Greatest Lie We've All Been Told? Independent Fact Check: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DOAC-Leanne-ten-Brinke-Independent-Research-Further-Reading_final.pdf Follow Leanne: YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/EkuzZ3K Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/2MRcXEs TikTok - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/EL537g7 You can purchase Leanne’s book, ‘Poisonous People: Psychopathy, Narcissism, Manipulation, Sadism: How to Resist Them and Improve Your Life’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/3lYxLjb Learn more from the online resources, here: Assess your own levels of (light and) dark traits - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1OsGuG0 Get support - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4F2i8Oj The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BWjLTZK ◼ Shop The Diary Of A CEO collection: https://thediary.com/collections/shop ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Fiverr - https://fiverr.com/diary and get 10% off your first order when you use code DIARY Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven
September 07, 20261h 45min
Number 4: Most Replayed Moment: Tony Robbins Reveals The Key To A Meaningful Life
As you build a successful life, are you making sure it’s meaningful too?Tony Robbins is a world-renowned life and business strategist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and coach who has spent decades studying the forces that shape human behaviour, achievement and fulfilment.In this moment, Tony shares the hidden needs influencing almost every decision we make, and explains why money, status and freedom can still leave people feeling strangely unfulfilled. He explores what social media may be amplifying in us, why some of our strongest drives can quietly work against the life we want, and what can help us build a life that feels not just successful, but deeply meaningful.Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/VDxq5xcGH5b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/ZIsEDFeGH5b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDiaryOfACEO/videosTony Robbins: https://www.tonyrobbins.com/
August 28, 202631min
Number 5: Most Replayed Moment: Brain Rot Experts - How To Use AI In A Healthy Way!
Are you using AI to strengthen your brain - or slowly teaching it not to think for itself?Dr Daniel Amen is a renowned brain health expert who has scanned the brains of Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, and Kendall Jenner. He is joined by Dr Terry Sejnowski, a pioneer in computational neuroscience and co-creator of the Boltzmann machine with Geoffrey Hinton, a groundbreaking neural network that helped lay the foundation for modern AI.In this moment, Dr Amen and Dr Sejnowski break down how AI affects memory, learning and critical thinking. They explain why the real risk may not be the fact we’re using chatbots, but how we use them - and reveal the simple ways AI can become something that strengthens your thinking rather than replacing it.Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/Zyn6iMBw55b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/uQ7ncAEw55b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDiaryOfACEO/videos
September 11, 202635min