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“Once you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
Harvard psychologist, Dr. Ellen Langer, is known as the mother of mindfulness.
Through her 13 bestselling books and 200+ research articles, Dr. Langer’s research has significantly advanced the literature on positive psychology, health, and human performance — and appeared in everything from The New York Times to The Simpsons.
Her new book The Mindful Body: Thinking Our Way to Chronic Health has just been released.
In this episode:
Let’s WIN THE DAY with Dr. Ellen Langer!
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📚 ‘The Mindful Body: Thinking our way to chronic health’ by Ellen Langer
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📝 Ellen Langer Facebook
📷 Ellen Langer Instagram
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Timemarkers:
0:17 Who is Ellen Langer
1:51 Interview starts
3:10 What does it mean to be “mindful” vs “mindless”?
4:23 How to become more mindful
7:45 Everything you know can be wrong
9:19 Facts are just probabilities
11:24 How Ellen Langer comes up with a research study
12:01 What is the counterclockwise study
15:40 Mind-body unity
17:52 How Ellen Langer sets goals
20:29 The Mindful Body by Dr. Ellen Langer
22:09 Our expectations tend to be fulfilled (do instead of try)
25:19 Behavior makes sense from the actor’s perspective
27:11 How to turn a bad habit into a good habit
30:46 Where mindfulness meets high performance
32:17 How to change someone’s behavior
37:20 Why the medical system is failing us
40:21 Stress is psychological
43:44 Why we trust pills, prescriptions, and professionals
49:38 Instant gratification
52:39 The unknown power of the human mind
56:54 How to make decisions (make the decision right)
1:01:43 Affirmation
1:03:25 Rocket Round
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PS — In case you missed it: Your Path to Health, Healing, and Happiness with Dr. David Rabin 💗 (neuroscientist; psychiatrist; founder, Apollo Neuro): Ep 176
“Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life.” — Steve Jobs
Dan Martell is author of acclaimed book ‘Buy Back Your Time,' an angel investor, and thought leader to 10M+ social media followers.
In his early years, Dan faced addiction and jail time, but made an extraordinary turnaround. Today, he's recognized as a guiding light for entrepreneurs worldwide, assisting them in building thriving businesses while strengthening their mindset.
Dan is also a proud husband and father of two.
In the last two years, Dan’s public profile has skyrocketed, and he reveals the secrets to that growth in this episode.
In this episode:
• The inspiring words that turned Dan’s entire life around.
• How to build a life that gives you energy.
• The secrets to a happy marriage and household.
• The most important skills your children need to succeed.
• How to upgrade your career for more time, money, and freedom.
This might be the most value-packed episode of the Win the Day podcast ever released.
Let’s WIN THE DAY with Dan Martell!
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Episode links:
📚 ‘Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire’ by Dan Martell
📷 Dan Martell Instagram
📱 Dan Martell TikTok
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Timemarkers:
0:16 Who is Dan Martell
1:45 Interview begins
2:23 The prison guard that changed Dan Martell’s life
4:44 The power of believing in someone else
7:22 ‘Buy Back Your Time’ by Dan Martell (and how to build a career you love)
9:39 Use your time to amplify your life
11:14 Being on the ‘grind’ does NOT make you a success
12:18 Are you addicted to being ‘busy’ (and thoughts on Gary Vaynerchuk)
13:45 Build a life that gives you energy (and thoughts on Rob Dyrdek)
15:59 Turn yourself into a person of value
17:07 How Jim Rohn is mentoring Dan Martell’s kids
18:48 How can you create more value for the people around you
20:34 How to stop over-committing to too many things
23:53 The best playbooks to use in your career (The Camcorder Method)
25:56 We teach people how to treat us
28:40 How to improve your marriage
31:08 How to become friends with influential people
35:00 The best piece of advice Dan Martell has ever received
39:21 How to come up with a good business idea
42:16 How to build a lucrative business
45:15 How Dan Martell built his personal brand (and what his social media strategy)
55:02 How to overcomes nerve and self-doubt
59:07 How to balance individual aspirations with family and business
1:02:06 The secrets to a happy marriage
1:05:12 The 5 most important parts of Dan Martell’s daily routine
1:07:24 Affirmation
1:08:10 Rocket Round
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"Success seems to be largely a matter of hanging on after others have let go." — William Feather
In this minisode, we'll go through a 5-step plan to finish the year strong—and set you up to make 2026 your best year yet.
Onward,
James
PS — We just passed 10M+ views on YouTube! Join 23K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿
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“What you do speaks so loudly that I cannot hear what you say.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
Let's recap the most powerful moments of the Win the Day podcast in 2025!
Hopefully, like me, you’ve learned a lot, but most importantly you’ve taken ACTION on what you’ve learned.
If you missed the recap for the first half of the year, check out Episode 244.
What's your favorite tip? Leave a comment to let us know.
Onward,
James
PS — We just passed 10M+ views on YouTube! Join 23K+ other YouTube subscribers 🍿
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Links mentioned:
Episode 246: The Urban Monk with Dr. Pedram Shojai: https://jameswhitt.com/246-win-the-day-podcast-pedram-shojai
Episode 248: Perform Under Fire with Leigh Anderson: https://jameswhitt.com/248-win-the-day-podcast-leigh-anderson
Episode 250: Masters of Uncertainty with Rich Diviney: https://jameswhitt.com/250-win-the-day-podcast-rich-diviney
Episode 252: Transform Your 20s with Livi Redden: https://jameswhitt.com/252-win-the-day-podcast-livi-redden
Episode 254: Win Monday with Paul Epstein: https://jameswhitt.com/254-win-the-day-podcast-paul-epstein
Episode 256: Happy Hustle with Cary Jack: https://jameswhitt.com/256-win-the-day-podcast-cary-jack
Episode 258: Wealthy & Well Known with Rory Vaden: https://jameswhitt.com/258-win-the-day-podcast-rory-vaden
Episode 260: Why Comfort Kills with Joe de Sena: https://jameswhitt.com/260-win-the-day-podcast-joe-de-sena
Episode 262: Reclaim Your Power with Roma Van der Walt: https://jameswhitt.com/262-win-the-day-podcast-roma-van-der-walt
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"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." — Winston Churchill
Welcome to our annual holiday gift guide!
These are the items that have made the biggest impact on my life throughout the year, and I know they’ll do the same for you or for someone else if you’re giving them as a gift.
What made the biggest difference in your life this year? Leave a comment to let us know.
Onward,
James
PS — We just passed 10M+ views on YouTube! Join 23K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿
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Links and resources mentioned:
Wealthy and Well Known by Rory & AJ Vaden
Masters of Uncertainty by Rich Diviney
Lifeforce: Analyze 50+ biomarkers for optimal health
DEXA: Body composition scans
Airpods Pro 3: Wireless headphones with heart rate sensor and active noise cancellation
Shure MV7: USB microphone (this is the newer version of the one I've owned for 3 years)
Google Nest Wifi Pro: WiFi router for speed, reliability, and simplicity
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In case you missed it: Episode 260: Why Comfort Kills with Joe De Sena (founder, Spartan Race)
“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” — Alice Walker
Roma Van der Walt, MSc, is a sport scientist, former pro athlete, and one of the leading voices in the future of female physiology.
As the founder and CEO of Vitelle, Roma is building the first scalable health intelligence platform designed specifically for women—translating complex physiology into actionable insights for sport, clinical care, and preventive health.
With a background that spans elite competition (including seven years representing Germany in the pentathlon), humanitarian work at the UN, and digital product design, Roma brings a rare systems-thinking approach to women’s health.
Her mission is to finally close the data gap in how female biology is understood and supported across every stage of life.
In this episode:
• The biggest myths about performance, recovery, and hormones.
• How to design your daily routine for strength, energy, and longevity.
• Why female health data is still shockingly underused.
• Why closing the data gap could change everything.
🍿 Let’s WIN THE DAY with Roma Van der Walt!
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🎬 Episode website (including 4K video, full transcript, best quotes, etc.): https://jameswhitt.com/262-win-the-day-podcast-roma-van-der-walt
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Episode links:
🎯 Download your FREE Win the Day action plan
⚡ Roma Van der Walt website
📷 Roma Van der Walt Instagram
📝 Roma Van der Walt LinkedIn
🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel
💚 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts
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Timemarkers:
00:00 Who is Roma Van der Walt
1:31 Interview starts
4:02 How losing a parent when you’re young changes your mindset
5:13 What is a pentathlon
7:08 Why your kids should start fencing 🤺
9:44 What’s wrong with our healthcare system
13:08 Building the first female health operating system
18:59 What’s wrong with how maternal health is treated
23:45 The best health tips for new moms
27:15 How new moms can develop confidence to get back into exercise
31:00 How having a goal can motivate you
33:10 How to know when to listen to your body and rest—or to push harder
37:03 The biggest mistakes people make with their daily routine
41:08 Why you need to prioritize better quality sleep
42:30 How to survive a cold plunge
46:05 LA 2028 vs Brisbane 2032: Who will host the best Olympic Games?
49:40 How to raise strong and resilient children
55:39 The value of data
57:10 Affirmation
57:37 Rocket Round
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Onward and upward always…
#WinTheDay
PS — Enjoyed this episode? You'll love this one, too: Episode 260: Why Comfort Kills with Joe de Sena
“I don’t need to change the world overnight. I'm going to change the world over the next 50 years." — Jensen Huang
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang built a trillion-dollar company on a simple philosophy: win today so you can play again tomorrow.
In this minisode, we unpack his viral insight about why executing flawlessly on simple plans beats chasing perfection, and how this approach transforms both your business and your daily life.
Onward,
James
PS — We just passed 10M+ views on YouTube! Join 23K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿
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Links and resources mentioned:
🎞️ The goal of winning by Jensen Huang
🎙️ Why Comfort Kills with Joe de Sena (founder, Spartan Race): Episode 260
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In case you missed it: Episode 254: Win Monday with Paul Epstein
“Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.” — Will Rogers
Joe De Sena is a New York Times bestselling author, fitness icon, and the founder of Spartan—a global movement that’s transformed 15M+ lives through its world-renowned endurance events and lifestyle programs.
After a successful corporate career, Joe left it all behind to pursue a more meaningful mission: to get 100 million people off the couch. What started as a few races in Vermont has exploded into a global fitness phenomenon, with over 1M+ participants across 40+ countries every year.
Joe has personally completed more than 50 ultra-events, even completing 14 Ironmans in a single year. He now trains others to build mental toughness, embrace discomfort, and live with purpose.
In this episode:
• How to strengthen your mindset through physical challenges.
• The daily discipline behind elite performance.
• Why modern life makes us soft — and what to do about it.
• How to build a healthy, loving, and resilient family.
🍿 Let’s WIN THE DAY with Joe de Sena!
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🎬 Episode website (including 4K video, full transcript, best quotes, etc.): https://jameswhitt.com/260-win-the-day-podcast-joe-de-sena
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Episode links:
🎯 Download your FREE Win the Day action plan
⚡ Joe de Sena website
📷 Joe de Sena Instagram
📝 Joe de Sena Facebook
🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel
💚 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts
🙏 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Spotify
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Timemarkers:
00:00 Who is Joe De Sena
1:47 Interview starts
3:22 The decision to start Spartan (purpose vs corporate world)
5:22 Joe De Sena’s superpower
7:48 Develop the ability to inspire others
8:41 Why comfort kills (and the problem with laziness)
11:11 Almost going bankrupt
13:30 How Spartan saves lives
16:28 The #1 way to get out of depression
19:10 Your mental health depends on the people around you
20:45 The hardest habit for people to change
22:11 Why you’re failing with your health and fitness goals
23:22 How Joe De Sena sets (and achieves) goals
25:20 Are material possessions making you weak?
27:38 How to become more resilient
29:21 The toughest ultra events on the planet
31:22 How to get through your most challenging moments
32:46 How to know when enough is enough or if you're pushing too hard
34:09 Earn your reward
34:46 Joe De Sena parenting approach (always take the hard way with your kids)
35:42 Are you putting too much pressure on your kids?
39:03 Celebrate hard work with your kids
39:50 What sports to put your kids in
40:49 Focus on hard work (not winning or losing)
41:58 Joe De Sena family values
43:30 How to make your kids more resilient
45:23 Why parents need to model healthy behavior
46:24 How to stop a bad day from coming into the home
46:55 Affirmation
47:40 Rocket Round
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Onward and upward always…
#WinTheDay
PS — Enjoyed this episode? You'll love this one, too: Episode 248: Perform Under Fire with Leigh Anderson (paramedic)
“Poor is the pupil who does not surpass his master.” — Leonardo da Vinci
Too many of us are living a life we don't want, or destroying our inner piece, out of obligation to someone else.
In this minisode, we'll look at why you should run your own race—and how inner piece is quickly becoming the real metric of success.
Onward,
James
PS — Join 20K+ other subscribers on YouTube 🍿
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In case you missed it: Episode 254: Win Monday with Paul Epstein
“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” — Muhammad Ali
Rory Vaden is a New York Times bestselling author, Hall of Fame speaker, and co-founder of Brand Builders Group.
As the world’s leading expert on personal branding, Rory helps people clarify their message, amplify their impact, and turn influence into income.
Rory's work has been instrumental in guiding the careers of top performers like Lewis Howes, Ed Mylett, Amy Porterfield, and Eric Thomas. His TEDx Talk has 5M+views, and his new book Wealthy and Well-Known has just been released.
In this episode:
• How to build an influential personal brand, regardless of profession.
• The biggest mistakes people make in sharing their story.
• What’s stopping you from achieving financial freedom.
• Why the secret to happiness is in being of service to others.
🍿 Let’s WIN THE DAY with Rory Vaden!
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🎬 Episode website (including 4K video, full transcript, best quotes, etc.): https://jameswhitt.com/258-win-the-day-podcast-rory-vaden
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Episode links:
📚 Download your FREE audiobook ‘Wealthy and Well Known’ by Rory & AJ Vaden
⚡ Rory Vaden website
📈 Brand Builders Group
📷 Rory Vaden Instagram
🎤 TEDx Talk ‘How To Multiply Your Time’ by Rory Vaden
🎯 Download your FREE Win the Day action plan
🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel
💚 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts
🙏 Give the Win the Day podcast a 5-star rating on Spotify
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Timemarkers:
00:00 Who is Rory Vaden1:28 Interview starts
2:18 Why everyone needs a personal brand
3:32 How Rory and AJ Vaden launched Brand Builders Group with Lewis Howes
7:32 How ALL wealthy people make their money
10:05 Focus on the one problem you solve
14:10 Become a master of the problem
16:31 How to instantly get clear on who you should help
19:08 How to own—and believe in—your story (and instantly build your credibility)
22:39 The right metrics for success (and how to build trust)
26:25 The best form of marketing is a changed life
27:38 How Poppi became a $2 billion company
28:48 The mindset of wealth creation
35:31 How to become wealthy and well-known
38:35 The #1 trait of the world’s most successful people
46:15 Rory Vaden daily routine
48:45 How to multiply your time
50:45 How to balance marriage, parenting, and business
52:18 Be okay with imperfection (80% done by someone else is better than 100% done right by you)
57:57 Affirmation
58:58 Rocket Round
1:06:12 How to master your thoughts
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PS — Enjoyed this episode? You'll love this one, too: Episode 256: Happy Hustle with Cary Jack | Win the Day
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