The GaryVee Audio Experience

In this episode, I sit down to discuss the massive shift we're seeing in 2026. I talk about the "Barbell World," where extreme technology and real-life analog experiences are both exploding in value. I encourage you to stop being a "mason" and start becoming an "architect" by using AI to scale your thinking rather than just your tasks. I also discuss why I’m hyper-focused on YouTube and long-form writing to stay relevant in a world driven by LLMs. You’ll learn about:

• The Rise of Analog Value

• How to Build an AI-Proof Personal Brand

• The Difference Between Real Entrepreneurs and Executives

• How to Use "Practical Optimism" to Beat Anxiety

• Why Curiosity and Humility Are Your Greatest Superpowers

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I talk about my newest venture into the CPG world with Very Luckee Gummies. I discuss my thesis on how collectibles will revolutionize consumer products and why I’m doubling down on live social shopping platforms like TikTok Shop and Whatnot. I also share my philosophy on "micro-quitting" and why self-awareness is your greatest asset in business. You’ll learn about:

• The Intersection of Collectibles and CPG
• My Philosophy on Micro-Quitting vs. Macro-Quitting
• How to Scale a Brand via Live Social Shopping
• Why "Humanity" is the Best Marketing for Small Businesses

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I talk about the single greatest gift you can have in life: adaptability. I share the origin story of my "Adaptable Alien" character and why being overly rigid is an accelerator for anxiety. I also dive deep into the "Obligation Mindset" - the internal battle of wanting to say yes to everything while knowing your time is your most valuable asset. You’ll learn about:

• The connection between rigidity and anxiety
• Why I’m on a mission to eradicate world anxiety
• How saying "yes" when you’re young creates serendipity
• The discipline required to finish the last 10% of a project
• Why authenticity is the fastest way to move in business

In this episode of Tea with GaryVee, I talk about the biggest mindset shift you need in 2026: choosing radical optimism over the "fear cupcakes" being sold by the media and world leaders. I encourage you to take full accountability for your life because you are in total control of your happiness. I also discuss the massive business opportunity in Live Shopping and why you should start selling today, even if it's just items from your garage.

You’ll learn about:

• The Live Shopping Revolution

• Why Accountability is a Form of Love

• How to Use AI (like Meta's AI) to Find Local Collaborators

• Dealing with Grief and Moving into New Seasons of Life

• Why Everything in Life Requires Action

In this episode of Tea with GaryVee, I dive deep into why you need to stop overvaluing other people’s opinions and start forgiving yourself for your failures. Whether it’s a business that didn’t take off or a personal mistake, I explain why "peacocking" and worrying about your neighbors' judgment is stalling your growth. I also discuss my early predictions for live shopping and how I’m currently using AI tools as strategic thinking partners to stay ahead of cultural trends.

You’ll learn about:

• The "Insanity" of Beating Yourself Up After Failure

• Why Richard Pryor Would Have Crushed Social Media

• Using AI (Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT) for Strategy

• How to Heal from Toxic, Insecure Relationships

• The Reality of Accountability in any Economic System

In this episode, I talk about the biggest opportunity you have in 2026: Intentionality. I encourage you to stop measuring your life by "vibes" and start looking at the actual impact you’re making in your business and relationships. I also discuss the inevitability of AI, why I’m betting big on Substack and Live Shopping, and why your biggest problem is the person looking back at you in the mirror.

 You’ll learn about:

• The Power of Radical Accountability
• Why Kindness is a Warrior Trait
• How to Navigate the 2026 Digital Economy
• The Importance of Candor with Loved Ones
• Why Fear of Failure is Small Compared to Real Life

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down to discuss the biggest opportunity you have in 2026: taking control of your health and your mindset. I also discuss how to be a better leader by working for your employees and why you need to audit the positivity of your inner circle. You’ll learn about:

• The Power of Radical Accountability
• Why Insecurity is the Greatest Poison in Society

• The Odds of Being Alive and the Need for Gratitude
• Why Technology Doesn't Care About Your Feelings

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I dive deep into the core themes of my book, 12 and a Half. I discuss why emotional intelligence is the greatest advantage in today's business world and why traits like empathy and patience are far from "soft." I also share my personal journey with "kind candor" and how I’ve learned to deliver hard truths through a vessel of kindness. You’ll learn about:

• The 13 Ingredients of Success

• How to Balance Ambition with Patience

• Why Ego is Just Insecurity Disguised

• My Strategy for Massive Content Production

• How to Find Happiness by Silencing Outside Judgment

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down with Poppi co-founder Allison Ellsworth to discuss the biggest transition in marketing history: the shift from social media to "interest media." I challenge you to stop relying on outdated "potential reach" and start posting one to three times a day on LinkedIn and TikTok. I also dive into why branding is an art form that requires humility and why replying to your comments is the most underutilized growth hack in the game.

You’ll learn about:

• Potential Reach vs. Actualized Reach

• Why LinkedIn is the New Facebook 2012

• The Effect of TikTok for B2C Brands

• How to Build a Brand Community Through Radical Listening

• Why Ego is the Greatest Barrier to Your Business Scaling

In this episode, we refurbished a keynote I gave back in 2017 in Los Angeles, CA. I break down why the digital environment is the greatest historical opportunity for entrepreneurs since the industrial revolution. I challenge you to stop debating the "minor leagues" and start committing 20 hours to educate yourself on the technologies that will help you 2-3x your business. I also discuss the necessity of being a media company first and why your reputation is shifting entirely to the digital environment.

You’ll learn about:

• Why Attention is the Number One Currency

• Documenting the Journey vs. Faking a Lifestyle

• The "Immigrant Mentality" for Modern Business

• Why Every Business is Now a Media Company

• Preparing for the Voice, AR, and AI Revolution