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Steven Bartlett is a British entrepreneur, investor, and author. He’s the founder of Flight Story – a media company – and Flight Fund, an investment fund backing the next generation of category-defining businesses.
He created The Diary Of A CEO to share the unfiltered pages of the personal diaries of the world’s most fascinating CEOs, experts, therapists, and leaders – with the hope that their lessons will help both you and him live better lives. 
DOAC is a double acronym: Diary Of A CEO, but also Dreamers, Open-minded, Awareness, and Connection.This is your corner of the internet to dream boldly, think openly, expand your awareness, and feel more connected.

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Vice-President Kamala Harris breaks silence on the real cost of Trump winning, Biden’s shocking debate day call, why skipping Joe Rogan was a big mistake, election loss lessons, and…will she run again in 2028? 

Kamala Harris made history as the first female Vice President of the United States and first Black woman and South Asian American in the role. Before becoming VP, Kamala led the largest state Justice Department in the U.S and became only the second Black woman ever elected to the U.S. Senate. In September 2025, she released her bestselling book '107 Days: A Memoir of a Campaign That Made History'.

She explains: 

◼️The moment she lost the 2024 election and went into shock
◼️Why Biden's team sabotaged her behind the scenes

◼️The real reason Biden didn't want to debate Trump

◼️The 200K votes they desperately needed but couldn't find

◼️How America is at breaking point and the destruction Trump is causing

[00:00] Intro
[02:22] How Are You Feeling?
[03:36] Will It Get Worse Before It Gets Better?
[06:44] We Spoke to Your Husband
[07:42] Why Do You Want to Protect People?
[08:43] Kamala’s Law Career
[09:19] The Worst Thing You Faced in Your Career
[11:06] Managing Stress and Responsibility
[12:45] Kamala at 25 vs. Kamala Today
[15:10] When Did You Decide to Run for President?
[16:35] Does Impostor Syndrome Ever Go Away?
[21:11] Experiencing Prejudice
[25:37] How Do You Earn Respect as a Leader?
[27:57] Why Kamala Dropped Out of the 2019 Race
[30:47] The VP and Presidential Interview Process
[33:53] Staff Suppressed My Accomplishments
[37:36] Frustration Over Lack of Recognition
[38:24] Kamala’s Relationship With Biden
[45:13] Biden Was Talked Into the Debate
[49:14] What It Was Like Debating Trump
[54:26] Trump Targets the Weak
[01:00:37] Ads
[01:01:39] Podcasting Power & Not Going on Joe Rogan
[01:07:09] What Would Make You Run for President Again?
[01:09:41] Why It's Difficult to Run for President
[01:12:03] Kamala Was in a State of Shock
[01:17:18] What Democrats Must Do to Win Back the People
[01:19:36] Is the Left Against Entrepreneurship?
[01:24:04] Have You Changed Since the Election?
[01:25:20] Ads
[01:27:25] Kamala on Being More Unfiltered
[01:29:39] No Regrets About Running
[01:31:56] Support From My Partner
[01:39:20] Did You Experience Depression?
[01:40:42] The Passing of Kamala’s Mother
[01:42:40] Would Your Mom Be Proud?

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Kamala Harris: America Is At Breaking Point & I'm Deeply Concerned About The State Of The Country!

The 4 leading women’s health experts reveal what EVERY woman must know about perimenopause workouts, lifting weights, cycle syncing, perimenopause training, and VO2 max!

This 2nd section of the female roundtable covers fitness, nutrition and performance, bringing together: Menopause specialist Dr Mary Claire Haver, longevity orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vonda Wright, fertility doctor Dr Natalie Crawford, and female physiology researcher Dr Stacy Sims. 

They explain: 

◼️How estrogen and muscle are deeply connected to women’s metabolism

◼️Why osteoporosis prevention starts with building muscle in your 30s

◼️Why “strong not skinny” isn’t a trend, it’s a survival strategy

◼️The best way to train for VO2 max, longevity, and female performance

◼️Why resistance training beats cardio for female metabolism and anti-aging

(00:00) Intro
(02:50) We've Got Women's Health Wrong
(05:07) Should Women Exercise Differently During Menstruation?
(11:40) Low vs High-Intensity Training: When?
(16:58) Pilates Is Not Good for Strength Training
(19:56) Perfect Exercise Routine in Your 30s
(26:15) Can I Get My Range of Motion Back?
(27:41) Why Women Should Exercise to Gain Upper Body Muscle
(30:42) Building Muscle Helps Reduce Inflammation
(35:54) 70% of Hip Fractures Happen in Women—30% May Die
(42:07) Hormone Treatment and Bone Growth
(47:58) Best Exercises to Avoid Injuries
(53:12) When to Work on Your VO₂ Max
(54:18) Is It Okay to Be Super Skinny When Running Marathons?
(58:13) Your Body Composition Isn't Your Fault
(01:05:09) The Must-Do in Your 50s and 60s
(01:13:54) Metabolism and Alzheimer’s Link
(01:18:43) Best and Healthiest Way to Lose Weight
(01:24:58) Is Ozempic Good?
(01:27:12) How to Burn Belly Fat
(01:31:42) Should You Do Liposuction?
(01:35:52) Best Diet for Perimenopausal Women
(01:36:32) Best Diet for Fertility
(01:37:37) Is Fasting Recommended for Women?
(01:44:15) Reach Autophagy Through Exercise
(01:52:17) Juice Detoxing
(01:58:37) Is the Keto Diet Good for Women?
(01:59:34) What Supplements to Take for Fertility
(02:05:07) Environmental Toxins
(02:11:00) Focus on Your Sleep Before Anything Else
(02:18:29) Sleeping 3 or 4 Hours Is Very Bad for You
(02:23:14) Should I Take Melatonin?

You can follow the guests, here: 

Dr Mary:

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Dr Vonda:

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Dr Natalie: 

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Longevity Debate: The Truth About Weight Loss, Muscle, and Creatine!

Paul C. Brunson is a renowned relationship expert, matchmaker, and author, known for his insightful approach to modern relationships. With years of experience helping people build lasting partnerships, Paul has become a trusted voice in the realm of love, commitment, and personal growth.

In today’s Moment, Paul C. Brunson dives into the complexities of commitment and modern relationships. He unpacks why commitment can feel daunting and explores what truly makes relationships successful in today’s society. From marriage to personal well-being, Paul offers fresh perspectives on navigating love, fear, and long-term connection.

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Most Replayed Moment: Why Does Commitment Feel So Scary? How to Build a Strong, Lasting Relationship

Oz Pearlman, the world No.1 magician, exposes how to read people, build trust, and win attention. From Wall Street to the world stage, he shares secret tricks for mindset shifts and memory hacks.

 

Oz Pearlman is one of the world’s most celebrated mentalists, a top performer on “America’s Got Talent,” and the author of ‘Read Your Mind: Proven Habits for Success From The World’s Greatest Mentalist’. 

He explains: 

◼️The small mistake that instantly makes people dislike you

◼️The psychological trick that makes people say “yes” without realising it

◼️The mind trick that makes anyone instantly like and trust you

◼️The subtle body language cue that makes people ignore or avoid you

◼️How to tell in 3 seconds if someone is lying to you

(00:00) Intro
(02:39) Can You Read My Mind?
(05:38) Card Trick
(10:44) How to Know If They’re Lying
(14:00) How Do We Get People to Do What We Want?
(16:13) Why You Should Take Notes for Everything
(18:53) Why the Small Things Matter
(23:03) Understanding Human Behaviour
(26:24) Name Trick
(27:21) How Do You Deal With People Being on Edge Around You?
(31:04) Confidence
(33:11) What Do You Think About When You're Communicating as an Entertainer?
(36:56) How Do You Deal With the Ethics of Misdirection?
(40:03) How to Be a Better Active Listener
(41:54) When Did It Go Very Wrong?
(46:58) How Do You Break the Ice in Social Situations?
(47:59) Were You Trying to Make Anyone Else Happy?
(49:20) How to Improve Your Memory
(50:39) Wrapping Things Up in Stories to Help People Remember
(57:42) If You Know This, You’ll Always Hold People’s Attention
(59:48) How Important Is Obsession to Reaching the Top?
(01:03:21) How to Show Up Better in Your Life
(01:09:31) Final Reveal Trick
(01:12:07) If You Could Live Forever, Would You—and Why or Why Not?

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Oz Pearlman (Mentalist): This Small Mistake Makes People Dislike You! They Do This, They’re Lying!

Liverpool FC legend Jürgen Klopp reveals the TRUTH about the Man United offer, Arne Slot, and Michael Edwards, revealing how leadership, success, failure, and fatherhood defined his football legacy, and what it would take for him to return to Liverpool. 

Jürgen Klopp is one of the world’s most successful football managers, leading Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, winning 13 major trophies, and Liverpool's first Premier League title in 30 years. Since retiring as manager in 2024, he has been Head of Global Soccer for Red Bull. 

He explains: 

◼️His HONEST reaction to Liverpool’s £450M transfer window 

◼️Whether he would ever return to manage Liverpool FC…?

◼️How his dad never let him win a single race, and why it shaped him 

◼️The REAL story behind his “heavy metal football” high-intensity tactic 
◼️The truth about pressure and how he managed it

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Jürgen Klopp: Would You Go Back To Manage LFC...? The Real Reason I Fell In Love With Liverpool!

Identifying toxins in our home is a strong step towards protecting our long-term health. So what are the culprits? How safe are our candles, deodorants, incense?

Dr Yvonne Burkart is an environmental health expert and advocate known for her work in educating others about the harmful effects of everyday chemicals in beauty, personal care, and household products. In this moment, Dr Burkart dives deep into the hidden dangers lurking in the everyday products we use – from deodorants to candles – and the significant impact they have on our health. Learn practical solutions to detoxify your life and avoid these harmful chemicals where possible!

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Most Replayed Moment: Are Your Household And Beauty Products Secretly Toxic? Dr Yvonne Burkart

The 4 leading powerhouses in women’s health break down urgent topics facing women today: irregular periods, PCOS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and the best diet for hormonal balance.

Part 1 of this 2-part female health roundtable is focused on hormones and fertility, bringing together: Menopause specialist Dr Mary Claire Haver, longevity orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vonda Wright, fertility doctor Dr Natalie Crawford, and female physiology researcher Dr Stacy Sims.

In this powerful conversation, they explain:

◼️The shocking lack of research on women’s hormones, and how it’s harming health
◼️How insulin resistance fuels hormone imbalance, irregular cycles, and infertility
◼️How coffee, fasting, and overtraining can silently disrupt your hormones
◼️The truth about cycle syncing, and why your luteal phase changes everything
◼️How stress, sleep, and muscle mass directly influence perimenopause
◼️Why birth control is not a cure, and the lifestyle tools that actually help

(00:00) Intro
(05:30) Why Do We Need to Have This Conversation?
(10:51) Why the Female Body Is More Adapted for Endurance Exercise
(12:12) Why Women's Heart Attacks Are Considered 'Atypical'
(14:51) The Research Gap on Women's Health
(19:14) Why Women Downplay and Gaslight Themselves About Pain
(21:54) Why Don’t We Understand Hormones?
(26:26) What a Normal Period Should Be Like
(28:35) What Is Progesterone?
(33:45) The Underlying Cause of PCOS
(35:15) Developing Diabetes During Pregnancy
(39:36) What Causes PCOS and How to Reduce It
(47:47) The Pill Is Not the Only Help for PCOS
(52:48) How Do We Know If It's a Normal Flow, Too Much, or Too Little?
(57:42) How to Know If You're Experiencing Abnormal Period Pain
(01:00:43) Anemia in Women and the Issues With Lab Results
(01:03:58) People Suffer Silently With Endometriosis for Years
(01:09:17) The Real Reason There's No Treatment for Endometriosis
(01:12:27) Could We Create a Cellular Marker for Endometriosis?
(01:15:22) How to Ease Pain Symptoms Before Your Period Naturally
(01:20:49) If You're 15 to 25, You Need to Know This
(01:22:10) How to Treat Your Body in Each Decade After You Start Your Period
(01:35:14) Advice to Your Daughters
(01:37:41) Should You Use The Coil?
(01:43:32) The Best Contraceptive Method
(02:02:33) The 5 Fertility Non-Negotiables
(02:04:22) Should I Freeze My Eggs?
(02:15:55) IVF Has Helped 13 Million People
(02:24:44) PCOS and Infertility
(02:28:47) Why Is Pregnancy Loss Still a Taboo?
(02:36:59) Should You Take Time Off During Your Period?
(02:41:18) People Need to Know When Perimenopause Starts
(02:42:24) Menopause
(02:49:12) Check Your Mum's Menopause Age to Know Yours
(02:57:31) The Dangers of the Year Before Menopause
(02:59:04) Suicide Rates in Women
(03:04:39) What Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Really For?
(03:13:33) Should You Treat Menopause Symptoms?
(03:25:00) How to Improve Your Sex Life and Lubrication

You can follow the guests, here:
Dr Mary:
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Dr Vonda:
◼️Instagram - https://bit.ly/46SMfvR
◼️Website - https://bit.ly/4n41GGg
◼️You can purchase ‘Unbreakable’, here: https://amzn.to/4n6xVEO
Dr Natalie:
◼️Instagram - https://bit.ly/4nbZFI9
◼️YouTube - https://bit.ly/3J5fLFw
◼️Website - https://bit.ly/3W6E0pG
◼️You can pre-order ‘The Fertility Formula’, here: https://amzn.to/3KRpobk
Dr Stacy:
◼️Instagram - https://bit.ly/4hcRuKm
◼️Website - https://bit.ly/47dqkhS
◼️You can purchase ‘ROAR, Revised Edition’, here: https://amzn.to/4nbjDmr

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Women's Fertility & Lifestyle Debate: Dangers Of Not Having A Period! Fasting Can Backfire For Women

Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson, world-renowned astrophysicist, breaks down the universe, space, black holes, and the Big Bang, uncovering how Elon Musk, AI, SpaceX, and NASA are defining the future of humanity. 

As a science communicator, Neil is the host of StarTalk podcast, which covers science, pop culture and comedy. He is also the bestselling author of several books, such as ‘Astrophysics for People in a Hurry’ and the newly revised ‘Just Visiting this Planet: More Cosmic Quandaries from Dr. Tyson’s inbox’. 

In this explosive conversation, he explains: 

◼️80% of Gen Z believe the stars control their life

◼️The dangerous lie we believe about life’s purpose, and what to do instead

◼️Why you have 20% of the same DNA as a banana

◼️Why AI’s real danger isn’t what Hollywood warned you about

◼️Why simulation theory might explain every disaster on Earth

(00:00) Intro
(02:43) The Big Questions About the Universe and Our Existence
(10:55) Why We're Not Good at Feeling Oneness With Others
(15:48) Has Science Shaped Your Beliefs About Religion?
(20:15) Did Humans Evolve to Believe in Something?
(25:00) Changing the Way We See the Universe
(30:32) Did the Loss of Your Parents Change Your Views?
(35:05) Do We Live in a Simulation?
(40:05) Do We Have Free Will in Our Society?
(43:44) Will We Be Able to Extend Our Lives Soon?
(45:57) What Happens When We Extend Everyone's Lives?
(48:57) Neil deGrasse Tyson on AI
(53:28) Will We Travel to Mars in Our Lifetime?
(1:00:01) How Long and How Far Is It to Mars?
(1:02:43) Ads
(1:04:13) What Would Happen If the Earth Got Swallowed by a Black Hole?
(1:07:51) Could the Sun Become a Black Hole?
(1:09:06) What Happens If the Sun Freezes?
(1:10:37) Every Breath You Take Contains the History of the Universe
(1:15:25) Is the Universe Infinite?
(1:16:34) Do Aliens Exist?
(1:19:37) Why Do You Think Aliens Exist?
(1:25:38) The Physics Error in *The Matrix*
(1:28:22) Ads
(1:30:26) The Questions We Dream Of
(1:33:26) Should We Argue About Meaning?
(1:37:18) Are Horoscopes Really a Thing?
(1:42:15) Are You Happier If You Believe in God?
(1:46:54) What's the Biggest Advice You Have for Me?
(1:51:32) What Do You Think of America Right Now?
(1:57:25) Do You Have Any Regrets?

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Neil deGrasse Tyson: The Brutal Truth About Astrology! Our Breath Contains Molecules Jesus Inhaled!

Dr Peter Attia is a Canadian-American physician specialising in the applied science of longevity. Known for his rigorous approach to extending healthspan, he integrates medicine, nutrition, exercise physiology, and performance science to help people live longer, stronger lives.

In this moment, Peter Attia reveals the training principles he uses to optimise strength, endurance, and injury prevention for longevity. He explains why muscle mass and grip strength are key predictors of lifespan, and how we can warm up for movement to prevent long-term decline. Tune in to learn how to train to stay powerful and mobile decades from now.

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Most Replayed Moment: The 7-Day Training Blueprint To Live Longer! Peter Attia

Louis Tomlinson, former member of One Direction - one of the most successful and era-defining bands in history, opens up about X Factor fame, the band’s split, the loss of Liam Payne, fatherhood, grief, and life after global superstardom for the first time, revealing the highs and lows that defined his journey.

As a solo artist, Louis has released two chart-topping albums, amassed over 4.5 billion streams, and recently dropped his new single “Lemonade” ahead of his upcoming album “How Did I Get Here?”. Beyond music, he’s carved his own path as the founder of the self-curated Away From Home Festival and the unisex streetwear label 28 Clothing.

In this powerful, candid conversation, he reveals:

◼️How he finds strength through loss, following the deaths of his mother, younger sister, and former bandmate, Liam Payne.

◼️How he rebuilt his self-worth after feeling like he wasn’t good enough

◼️Why a promise to his mother still drives everything he does today

◼️Why becoming a father changed how he sees life, pressure, and legacy

◼️His journey re-defining success and identity after reaching the pinnacle of the music industry.

◼️His upcoming album, 'How Did I Get Here', and his newfound happiness as inspiration.

(00:00) Intro
(03:40) Your Mother's Role in Your Life
(04:27) Louis' Siblings
(05:21) Do You Think Fame Changed You?
(11:29) Boot Camp
(13:16) Reflecting on One Direction
(17:44) Having the Confidence to Push Back Against the Record Label
(26:29) Relationship With Alcohol
(28:12) What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self?
(29:42) Feeling Like the Weak Link in the Band
(33:23) Solo Record Label After the Band Split Up
(34:34) The Impact of Your Success on Your Family
(37:46) Zayn's Decision to Leave the Band
(41:41) Grieving the End of One Direction
(42:28) The Meeting That Ended the Band
(45:10) Career Decline After One Direction
(48:01) Dealing With Comparing the Past to Now
(54:09) Ads
(56:11) Balancing Career and Personal Life
(57:22) Your Mother's Death
(59:40) Finding Out Your Mum Was Sick
(1:02:38) Going on Stage After Your Mum’s Death
(1:06:45) Advice for People With Grief
(1:09:15) Experience With Anxiety
(1:10:47) Remembering Louis’ Sister
(1:11:18) Moving Through Grief
(1:18:31) Felicite's Struggles
(1:20:42) Why He Doesn't Speak About These Tragedies Often
(1:25:38) Your Relationship With Liam Payne
(1:29:41) Liam's Death
(1:39:43) Challenge With Having Children When Famous
(1:44:08) Ads
(1:45:16) Louis’ New Music
(1:47:46) How Much Does Love Come Into Your Album?
(1:50:01) Where Are You on Your Journey of Happiness?

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