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The Rich Roll Podcast
A master-class in personal and professional development, ultra-athlete, wellness evangelist and bestselling author Rich Roll delves deep with the world's brightest and most thought provoking thought leaders to educate, inspire and empower you to unleash your best, most authentic self. More at: https://richroll.com
Episodes
The Rich Roll PodcastGuru Singh On Compassion, Discernment & The Primacy of Self-Mastery
This episode marks the first installment of Guru Corner — a spiritual version of my popular Coach's Corner series featuring my favorite teacher on all things…
The Rich Roll PodcastFasting For Longevity With Valter Longo, Ph.D.
When it comes to longevity, the goal isn’t just to live as long as possible. The true objective is to live as vibrantly and energetically as possible for as…
The Rich Roll PodcastIn Search of Mastery With Dr. Michael Gervais: How To Develop A High Performance Mindset
What are the consistent behavioral themes across the spectrum of high performing athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, and change makers? Is there a common thread…
The Rich Roll PodcastKurt Sutter Is A Fearless Storyteller
Fundamentally, I'm a people pleaser. It took years of sobriety before I realized this is more character defect than positive attribute. I continue to struggle…
The Rich Roll PodcastHilaree Nelson On The Virtues Of Living An Adventurous Life
It’s so easy to get comfortable. To accept life as it is. To kick back — and just settle. Luxury and ease are what we are taught to seek. But it's actually at…
The Rich Roll PodcastUltimate Weight Loss Secrets With Chef AJ
Let's be clear: just because you're vegan doesn't mean you're healthy. To be sure, for so many reasons, eating animal free is awesome. But it's not a wellness…
The Rich Roll PodcastMichael Klim Is An Olympic Swimming Legend
What exactly does it take to become an Olympic legend? Every elite athlete is devoted to mastering their craft. Some even strike gold on the world's largest…
The Rich Roll PodcastAMORE! Rich & Julie On Relationships — Plus Italian Cuisine 2.0
Do you think a healthy vegan lifestyle means giving up your favorite creamy pastas and cheesy pizzas? Think again. Today I sit down with Julie Piatt – mi amore…
The Rich Roll PodcastTom Scott On Curiosity, The Power of Story & The Lost Art of Conversation
There is nothing more powerful than a story well told. Built into the very fabric of what makes us human, this ancient art holds the power to transform not…
The Rich Roll PodcastAlex Hutchinson On Redefining The Limits of Human Performance
Let’s talk about limits. What is your true ceiling? How do you frame the outer edge of your capabilities? Are these checks and balances truth? or are they just…
The Rich Roll PodcastFrank Shamrock Uncaged: From Abuse & Incarceration To MMA Legend
He grew up in poverty. His childhood was marred by savage abuse. Violence soon followed. And it wasn't long before the prison doors slammed shut. His future…
The Rich Roll PodcastLight Watkins On Dispelling Meditation Myths — And Why You Should Adopt A Daily Practice
We all want to be happy. So why is it so elusive? The problem isn’t information. We all know our contentedness is linked to eating right, sleeping well and…
The Rich Roll PodcastSusan David, Ph.D On The Power of Emotional Agility & Why Discomfort Is The Price Of Admission To A Meaningful Life
The way we navigate our inner world – our everyday thoughts, emotions, and self-stories – is the single most important determinant of our life success. It…
The Rich Roll PodcastFrom Eating Disorder To Olympic Glory: Dotsie Bausch On Defying Age & Championing Compassion
We tend to think Olympic athletes live perfect, charmed lives. Genetically gifted, they inhabit a world beyond mortal challenges — physical specimens oozing…
The Rich Roll PodcastRob Bell Is ‘The Heretic’ – Filmmaker Andrew Morgan & Christianity’s Most Polarizing Voice
You know that warm, fuzzy feeling you get when two people you love, respect, and admire combine their considerable talents to create a work that exceeds the…
The Rich Roll PodcastZach Bush, M.D. On GMO’s, Glyphosate & Healing The Gut
What if I told you that a vast number of physical maladies are caused by inflammation, the bodyʼs immune response to a multitude of stressors. The good news?…
The Rich Roll PodcastKathy Freston Is The Queen of Clean Protein
Where do you get your protein? Notwithstanding rising mainstream awareness that a plant-based diet provides more than enough protein for optimal health and…
The Rich Roll PodcastAlex Honnold: The Free Soul of Free Solo Climbing On Fear, Risk, Mindset & What It Means To Be Truly Alive
Last week I asked you to imagine being attacked by a 9-foot bull shark. This week I invite you to envision climbing the storied 3,600-foot sheer vertical rock…
The Rich Roll PodcastPaul de Gelder On The Shark Attack That Saved His Life
Imagine being attacked by a 9-foot bull shark. One moment you’re swimming peacefully in Sydney Harbor. The next minute you’re being rammed and pulled…
The Rich Roll PodcastPlant-Based vs. Ketosis: Diet Wars With Cardiologist Joel Kahn, MD
Recent years have seen the ascendency of low-carb, high fat diets. Indeed, the ketogenic lifestyle has been heralded as a veritable health panacea. In…
The Rich Roll PodcastPreservation, Purpose & Pursuit of the Pacific Crest Trail with Environmentalist Jared Blumenfeld
The theme of this podcast is conversations that matter with thought leaders making a difference. My conversation with today's guest perfectly embodies the best…
The Rich Roll PodcastJames Altucher On The Art of Thinking Differently — Adventures In Minimalism, Stand Up Comedy & Crypto-Currency
When someone fires off a long list of occupations in conversation, my instinct tells me that person probably isn’t great at any of them. James Altucher is not…
The Rich Roll PodcastDan Harris On The Power Of Meditation For The Fidgety Skeptic
Joining the podcast for a second time is my friend Dan Harris, an ABC News correspondent who serves up co-anchor duties on both Nightline and the weekend…
The Rich Roll PodcastRay Cronise & Julieanna Hever On Everything Plant-Based Nutrition
What happens when a NASA scientist teams up with a plant-based dietitian? Today we find out, with the return of my friends Julieanna Hever (RRP #13) and Ray…
The Rich Roll PodcastDanica Patrick is Pretty Intense — Life Lessons From The World’s Greatest Female Race Car Driver
Imagine yourself the only female athlete in a very dangerous sport completely dominated by men. You don’t just hold your own. And you don't just break the…
The Rich Roll PodcastLIVE from NeueHouse: Rich & Julie On Creative Partnerships, Enhancing Productivity & Why It’s All About Consciousness
Today’s podcast features Julie and I speaking at NeueHouse Los Angeles as part of their new series entitled Creative Couples, which examines powerful…
The Rich Roll PodcastWhat Is “Clean Meat”? Paul Shapiro On The Future of Food
Unbeknownst to most, animal agriculture is the number one culprit when it comes to almost every single man-made environmental ill on the planet. Untenable…
The Rich Roll PodcastAmy Dresner: Getting Dirty, Staying Clean & The Power Of Owning Your Truth
Shame can’t survive the light. I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating. If you’ve been on this podcast adventure with me for a while, then you know well…
The Rich Roll PodcastMirna Valerio Is A Beautiful Work in Progress: Thoughts On Body Positivity, Self-Empowerment & Owning Your Truth
What is a runner? How do we define an athlete? What does it truly mean to be fit and healthy? Challenging stereotypes, today's guest demands that we broaden…
The Rich Roll PodcastHow Charlie Jabaley Lost 120lbs & Overcame a Brain Tumor To Become An Athlete
He dreamed of being a professional athlete. But Charlie Jabaley was always the fat kid, picked last for kickball. No matter what, he just couldn't stop gaining…
The Rich Roll PodcastThe Best of 2017- Part II
Welcome to the 5th annual Best of the RRP Anthology — our way of taking a moment to reflect on the year, express gratitude and give thanks for taking this…
The Rich Roll PodcastThe Best of 2017- Part I
This is the time of year to pause. It's the time of year for reflection. For gratitude. And for giving back. So let's do all those things. Welcome to the fifth…
The Rich Roll PodcastRip Esselstyn Is PLANTSTRONG! (And Why You Should Be Too)
Friend, mentor and original Plantstrong pioneer Rip Esselstyn and I go way back. Both swimmers, we crossed paths at many a meet — as young teens and later as…
The Rich Roll PodcastNathan Runkle Has Mercy for Animals — The Power of Compassion To Make A Difference
Reared on a farm in rural Ohio, Nathan Runkle's connection with farm animals runs deep. So deep, he always knew his life would center around the protection and…
The Rich Roll PodcastTim Ferriss Is Evolving: Looking Within, Learning Self-Love & Pondering What Matters Most
If you think you know Tim Ferriss, think again – this is Tim like you’ve never seen or heard him before. A relentless experimenter and virtuoso of…
The Rich Roll PodcastHow To Build A Conscious Relationship
Today’s podcast is the last in my series of open panel discussions lifted from our Plantpower Ireland retreat this past July. It's a powerful participatory…
The Rich Roll PodcastGuru Singh On Building Emotional Infrastructure, New Educational Modalities & The Impact of Diet Beyond The Physical
As we approach the year's end, I thought it appropriate to reconvene with the great and vast consciousness that helped us usher in 2017 – kundalini yoga &…
The Rich Roll PodcastLive In Dublin With The Happy Pear
This special mid-week edition of the podcast features a Q&A event that Julie and I hosted along with our friends Stephen & David Flynn of The Happy Pear that…
The Rich Roll PodcastAlzheimer’s Can Be Prevented & Reversed: Drs. Dean & Ayesha Sherzai On Optimizing Brain Health
While other major diseases are in decline, deaths from Alzheimer's have increased dramatically in recent decades. In fact, Alzheimer's is currently the 6th…
The Rich Roll PodcastOff-Season Fitness: Chris Hauth on Staying Engaged Through The Winter Months
Today, I am once again joined by Chris Hauth (@AIMPCoach) for another edition of Coach’s Corner focused on maintaining fitness with engaged enthusiasm as we…
The Rich Roll PodcastICARUS: How Bryan Fogel Exposed The Biggest Doping Scandal In Olympic History
Last week I sat down with Lance Armstrong to explore his competitive drive for greatness, precipitous fall from grace, and path forward. Irrespective of your…
The Rich Roll PodcastLance Armstrong Is Moving Forward
Everyone has highs. Everyone has lows. But few people on Earth have experienced the unimaginable level of success enjoyed by this week’s guest. Fewer still…
The Rich Roll PodcastThe Misadventures Of A Professional Struggler — Mishka Shubaly Just Wants To Be Better
Devoted listeners are well-acquainted with my gravelly voiced, chronically self-deprecating, often tortured, but always charming brother-from-another-mother…
The Rich Roll PodcastCardiologist Kim Williams, M.D. Wants To Eradicate Heart Disease
Heart health is serious business. Serious as a heart attack, as the saying goes, given that currently 1 out of every 3 people in America die from…
The Rich Roll PodcastUnmasking Masculinity With Lewis Howes
The word authenticity has been so co-opted and commodified, it's now almost impossible to use it without sounding hacky. But the sentiment behind the word…
The Rich Roll PodcastDan Buettner: Lessons From the World’s Happiest People
We all want to be happy. But what exactly is happiness? Can it be cultivated? And if so, how? Somewhere along the way, you've likely heard of something called…
The Rich Roll PodcastAsk Me Anything: Rich Roll On Training, Racing & Service
Welcome to another Ask Me Anything in-between-isode edition of the podcast with yours truly. Recorded live during our Plantpower Ireland retreat this past…
The Rich Roll PodcastCelebrity Chef Rocco DiSpirito’s Plant-Based Embrace
When it comes to food, we've been led to believe that healthy and delicious are mutually exclusive. When it comes to eating plant-based, forget about it. Most…
The Rich Roll PodcastHealing Mushrooms: Tero Isokauppila On The Magical, Mysterious, Health Promoting Properties Of Fungi
We tend to think of mushrooms as a pizza topping. Something we toss in a salad. Or a psychedelic to alter consciousness. But that's pretty much where the…
The Rich Roll PodcastLiving In Alignment With Nature — Colin Hudon on Holistic Health, Seasonal Rhythms & The Interconnectedness of All
Man is a microcosm of the macrocosm. The nature that exists outside of us also lives within us. Separation is an illusion. Indeed, we are all intrinsically…
The Rich Roll PodcastChris Guillebeau On Why You Need A Side Hustle (Even If You Love Your Job)
Maybe you love your job. Perhaps you don't. Either way, there's wisdom in cultivating a side hustle — not a second job, but a self-styled income-generating…
The Rich Roll PodcastWhere Do You Thrive? Gretchen Rubin On Playing To Your Strengths & Building Better Habits
Today I sit down with New York Times bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to find out what happened when she asked a large number of people one singular question…
The Rich Roll PodcastLet’s Talk About Balance
An open panel discussion on non-traditional healing modalities and how we conceptualize balance in the construct of our lives, this episode is lifted from a…
The Rich Roll PodcastFrom Fat Kid To Pro Cyclist: Phil Gaimon On Clean Sport, Racing On $10 A Day & The Worst Retirement Ever
Let's talk about doping. Throw cycling into the conversation and emotions are sure to run hot. It's an emotional subject for reasons both obvious and obscure…
The Rich Roll PodcastAmanda Chantal Bacon On Self-Care, Building A Wellness Empire & Surviving Controversy
What do you become when your mom is the CEO of a prestigious fashion empire and your dad is a musician accompanying notorious acts like Billy Idol and the art…
The Rich Roll PodcastÖTILLÖ! Meeting Nature Writ Large
Today I am joined by my friend, coach and teammate Chris Hauth for a special edition of Coach’s Corner – a spin on my typical podcast format — to recap our…
The Rich Roll PodcastDrew Sams On Living A Curious Life of Wonder
I don't consider myself religious. But I am spiritually curious; deeply interested in faith. From Sikh kundalini master Guru Singh and Buddhist monk / tea…
The Rich Roll PodcastUltra-Athlete Samantha Gash On Suffering For Your Passion, Running Across India & Why Service Is Paramount
Imagine running a 250 kilometer ultramarathon across the Atacama desert — one of the driest places on Earth — when your only legit running experience is a…
The Rich Roll PodcastWhat’s Your North Star? Jon Gordon On The Primacy of Vision & Why Positivity Is Paramount
It's never too late to transform your life. I didn't find my place in the world until my mid-40's. Similarly, this week's guest risked his successful but…
The Rich Roll PodcastPatience Is Everything: Coach’s Corner with Chris Hauth & Caroline Burckle
Today I am joined by Olympians Chris Hauth and Caroline Burckle for another edition of Coach's Corner – a spin on my typical podcast format where I go deep and…