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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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. My New Book: https://g2ul0.app.link/DOAC IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123
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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Bruno Fernandes: Roy Keane Twisted My Words. They Offered Me £200M, I Said No.

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reveals what happened the night his agent called with the news that United wanted him, how the club is rebuilding its winning culture, what great management and leadership actually looks like, and what really happened with the Roy Keane criticism .  Bruno Fernandes is the captain of Manchester United and one of the most driven midfielders of his generation. Since joining in 2020, he has scored 108 goals in 328 appearances, won the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award a record 5 times, and equalled the Premier League's all-time single-season assist record with 20 assists this season. He explains:  ◼ How his father's parenting style shaped him into the player and person he is today ◼ How growing up playing against boys five years older than him made him fearless ◼ What he said to Harry Maguire the moment he was handed the captain's armband ◼ Why taking risks is one of the most important things he does on a pitch ◼ Why he turned down a reported £200 million offer to leave Manchester United 00:00 Intro 02:09 How Bruno Learned His Winning Mentality From His Father 05:23 Why Bruno Was Already Different at 5 Years Old 08:16 How Francesco Guidolin Helped Shape Bruno’s Career 11:40 What Bruno Really Dreamed About at 18 12:06 Why Tottenham Nearly Signed Bruno 13:45 The Moment Bruno Found Out Manchester United Wanted Him 21:51 How Football Culture Has Changed Inside the Game 32:14 Social Media and Footballers' Interactions 35:12 Why Bruno Believes Every Manager Deserves Backing 36:51 What Actually Makes a Great Football Manager 37:30 How Bruno Treats Players 39:32 What Happens Inside the Dressing Room During Bad Runs 42:43 The Key Change Michael Brought to Manchester United 47:59 Why Bruno Thinks Taking Risks Is Essential 54:06 Ads 54:37 The Position Bruno Loves Playing Most 58:35 Bruno Never Seems to Get Tired 1:00:08 What Being Manchester United Captain Really Means to Bruno 1:03:20 Why This Season Feels Different for Bruno 1:05:16 Bruno Responds to Roy Keane’s Criticism 1:10:09 The Emotional Voicemails Bruno Received From Teammates 1:14:07 Why Being Human Matters More Than Football to Bruno 1:17:56 Ads 1:18:32 Why Bruno Rejected Huge Offers to Leave Manchester United 1:22:09 The Importance of Family For Bruno 1:30:06 What Must Change for United to Compete for Titles Again 1:31:19 Bruno’s Definition of Success Five Years From Now Follow Bruno: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Bh3r8R7 X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/GGhEBj3  Facebook - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4IPRmSU The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: https://linkly.link/2io2A  ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: LinkedIn Marketing - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY   Bon Charge: https://boncharge.com/DOAC for 20% off Vanta - https://vanta.com/steven
01:35:03•May 25, 2026
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Most Replayed Moment: AI Safety Expert Predicts The Next 20 Years! Will It Really Take All Jobs?

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Dr. Roman Yampolskiy is a leading voice in AI safety and a Professor of Computer Science and Engineering. He coined the term “AI safety” in 2010 and has published over 100 papers on the dangers of AI. In today’s moment, Roman unpacks the jobs AI might replace, and how the idea of work itself could be challenged. Driverless cars, humanoid robots, superintelligence on the horizon…is it too late to regain control? What will our future actually look like? Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/kM19qMRnG2b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/D8XtGbUnG2b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Roman: https://www.romanyampolskiy.com/
00:36:29•May 22, 2026
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World-Renowned Physicist: The Truth About Aliens! UFOs Are Definitely Robotic - Michio Kaku

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Theoretical physicist Dr Michio Kaku has spent 70 years searching for the single equation that could explain everything in existence. He reveals why there’s almost certainly life beyond Earth, how quantum computers will soon crack every bank account and digital codes, and why the secret to human immortality already exists! Dr Michio Kaku is a theoretical physicist, co-founder of String Field Theory, and Professor at the City College of New York. He is one of science's most prominent public communicators, and is also the author of bestselling books such as, 'Quantum Supremacy: How the Quantum Computer Revolution Will Change Everything’.  He explains: ◼️Why aliens almost certainly exist but will probably never reach us ◼️Why travelling to the nearest star would take 70,000 years, and the only way around it ◼️What 70 years studying the universe taught him about the meaning of life ◼️What caused the Big Bang and the theory that says new universes are being born right now ◼️What's inside a black hole and why it might be a doorway to another universe Follow Dr Michio: X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/fTQ1ze  Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/AkR5q8z  You can purchase Dr Michio’s book, ‘Quantum Supremacy: How the Quantum Computer Revolution Will Change Everything’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Gi4eG6M  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: https://linkly.link/2hm7r  ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO   Stan - Visit https://coach.stan.store/?ref=stevenbartlett&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode7  Function Health - https://Functionhealth.com/DOAC to sign up for $365 a year. One dollar a day for your health
01:38:40•May 21, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Fatty Liver Expert: Your Liver Is Filling With Fat Right Now - Dr David Unwin

Insulin Expert Dr David Unwin has put 157 patients into drug-free Type 2 diabetes remission using diet alone. He reveals the hidden teaspoon of sugar in your everyday food, the link between sugar and cancer, and why the average person will spend 23 years of their life in poor health. Dr David Unwin is an NHS GP with over 40 years in general practice, known for his expertise in reversing Type 2 diabetes through dietary changes. He was named NHS Innovator of the Year in 2016 and is the co-author of the most-read paper in BMJ Open, on reversing Type 2 diabetes through a low-carbohydrate diet. He explains: ◼ The "teaspoon of sugar" test that exposes the hidden glucose in your food ◼ Why your liver silently fills with fat for years before anything shows up ◼ Why you can't stop eating certain foods and what food addiction really is ◼ How sugar feeds cancer cells faster and the diet that slows them Enter here for the chance to win one of 1000 copies of Dr Jen Unwin’s Book, “Fork in the Road”: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6OxWpCa Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com  You can follow David, here:  X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5ZMguOY  Support his charity, Public Health Collaboration: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/APtcZJH Independent Research: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DOAC-Dr-David-Unwin-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: https://linkly.link/2hm7r ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN  for 30% off your subscription order Stan - Visit https://coach.stan.store/?ref=stevenbartlett&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode6 Cometeer:  https://cometeer.com/steven for $30 off your first order Conversation Cards: https://linkly.link/2hm7r
02:10:53•May 18, 2026
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Most Replayed Moment: The Link Between Weight Gain and Sleep! Are Sleep Trackers Harmful Or Helpful?

Dr Guy Leschziner is a consultant neurologist, sleep physician, and author who specialises in the science of sleep, circadian rhythms, and the hidden ways our brains shape our nights. In today’s moment, he unpacks how poor sleep can change everything from your appetite and weight to your emotions, cravings, and long-term health. He reveals what your body clock is really doing, and his true opinion on sleep trackers: harmful or helpful? Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/6btyk6znG2b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/ZFC5hNCnG2b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Follow Guy: https://www.guyleschziner.com/
00:40:10•May 15, 2026
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UFO Roundtable: CIA Physicist Proves Aliens Exist

He spent decades inside the world's most classified intelligence circles…now quantum physicist Dr. Hal Puthoff and filmmaker Dan Farah reveal why the greatest cover-up in human history may finally be unravelling. Dr. Hal Puthoff is a quantum physicist who has worked with the NSA and CIA, advised the US government on UAP science, and served as chief science advisor to Robert Bigelow of Bigelow Aerospace. Dan Farah is the Director and Producer of The Age of Disclosure, a landmark documentary produced in secret over three and a half years, featuring testimony from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Navy fighter pilots, admirals, generals, and senior intelligence community leaders. They explain:  ◼️How the US government has been covering up non-human intelligent life since the 1940s ◼️ Why crashed UAP craft have allegedly been recovered — with non-human bodies inside  ◼️How a secret "Legacy Program" operated for decades outside of Congressional and White House oversight  ◼️Why UAPs have been repeatedly spotted hovering over US nuclear weapons sites... and switching off missiles  ◼️How the US is entered a covert technology race with China and Russia to reverse-engineer non-human craft  ◼️What Trump's historic declassification directive actually revealed (and what's still being hidden)  ◼️Why Elon Musk may know more than he's legally allowed to say  ◼️Why UAP is the most bipartisan issue in Washington right now 00:00 Intro 02:09 Answering the Biggest UAP Questions 05:49 Why A Former Insider Took UAP Claims Seriously 10:02 What Officials Still Refuse To Say Publicly 12:35 The Real Question: Are Aliens Already Here? 13:45 How Claims Of “Non-Human Bodies” Started Spreading 14:13 The Insider Testimony That Changed Everything 19:22 Are There Multiple Types Of Non-Human Beings? 22:14 What US Presidents Are Actually Told About UAPs 23:58 Is The Government Hiding This Because The Public Isn’t Ready? 27:32 What Was Really Inside Trump’s UAP Report 29:00 Why Clear UFO Footage Still Hasn’t Emerged 30:47 How Advanced Civilizations Might View Humanity 39:53 Why Do Advanced UAPs Keep Crashing? 41:06 Does Elon Musk Secretly Know More Than He Says? 45:24 What If All Of This Turns Out To Be Wrong? 50:50 Why NASA Rejects The “Alien” Explanation 55:48 Is “The Public Isn’t Ready” A Legitimate Excuse? 56:22 The One Story That Made A Skeptic Believe 01:08:19 The Pentagon’s Secret Remote Viewing Program Explained 01:18:01 Why Advanced Aliens Might Still Use Pilots 01:21:44 Would Proof Of Aliens Change The Meaning Of Life? Follow Dan: X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/901y9Jv Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/CKVZc2a "The Age of Disclosure" Documentary Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/CsuWZzQ The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO Bon Charge: https://boncharge.com/DOAC for 20% off
01:27:20•May 14, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Pulitzer Prize Historian: You Won't Notice Until It's Too Late!

Anne Applebaum has spent decades studying how democracies collapse, how authoritarian systems rise, and why the warning signs are often ignored until it’s too late. She reveals why America is entering a dangerous new phase, and what happens next! Anne Applebaum is a staff writer at The Atlantic and has hosted its Autocracy in America podcast. She is also a senior fellow at the SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University and the School of Advanced International Studies. She is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World’. She explains: ◼️ Why democracies rarely collapse overnight ◼️ Why America may be closer to autocracy than people think ◼️ How elected leaders can slowly take apart the system from within ◼️ Why corruption is one of the clearest warning signs of authoritarianism ◼️ Why Big Tech leaders are bending toward political power ◼️ How America’s allies are already preparing for U.S. betrayal ◼️ Why Russia, China, and Iran are challenging the democratic world order ◼️ Why America may never fully go back to normal after Trump Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:13 Why History Keeps Repeating 00:04:52 Why Democracy Feels So Broken 00:07:21 The Biggest Threats Right Now 00:08:32 Why Democracy Is Rapidly Shifting 00:09:58 Could America Become An Autocracy? 00:11:45 What A Trump Third Term Means 00:14:36 Why Autocracy Appeals To People 00:18:52 Trump’s Wealth Changes Everything 00:21:08 Why Global Stability Is Collapsing 00:26:06 Democracy Vs Dictatorship: What Lasts? 00:27:18 Who’s Happier: Democracies Or Autocracies? 00:28:44 Would Informed People Choose Democracy? 00:30:25 How Putin Stays In Power 00:32:20 5 Tactics Autocrats Use 00:33:59 Are Tech CEOs Enabling This? 00:37:51 Can America Ever Return To Normal? 00:39:07 Why Nations Are Turning Inward 00:43:37 What This Means For Americans 00:45:19 The Most Dangerous Part Of Dictatorship 00:48:29 Why Trump’s Ratings Are Falling 00:50:28 Ads 00:52:31 The 2nd Tactic Autocrats Use 00:57:19 The 3rd Tactic Autocrats Use 00:59:20 The 4th Tactic Autocrats Use 01:05:38 Should Social Media Have Legal Power? 01:12:38 Can Citizens Really Leave China? 01:13:55 The 5th Tactic Autocrats Use 01:14:28 Why ICE Is Breaking Down 01:16:40 Ads 01:17:49 Is The American Empire Declining? 01:21:49 Is Politics Just Human Nature? 01:24:38 Does Democracy Create Extreme Capitalism? 01:26:44 How Democracies Defend Themselves 01:28:18 Is Mainstream Media Politically Biased? 01:31:59 Why Journalism Matters More Than Ever 01:33:29 How Algorithms Control Your Reality 01:34:37 Anne’s Personal Political Journey 01:41:05 What Regime Change Really Feels Like 01:44:36 Anne’s Toughest Setback Follow Anne: Youtube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4pTtMb1 Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1GOn8p5 X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/8M5yUMK Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/GGmhcYf You can purchase Anne’s book, ‘Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/D07471h Sponsors: Stan - Visit https://coach.stan.store/?ref=stevenbartlett&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode5 Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven
01:48:38•May 11, 2026
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Most Replayed Moment: This Is The Best Exercise Protocol For Women!

Join leading experts in female physiology, performance, and longevity, Dr Stacy Sims, Dr Vonda Wright, Dr Mary Claire Haver, and Dr Natalie Crawford, in a two-part roundtable on women’s health. In today’s moment, they unpack the exercise advice women are rarely given, from why more running is not always better, to how under-recovery, hormones, stress, and menopause can completely change what the body needs. They reveal why the right kind of intensity could be crucial for strength, body composition, and even brain health, and why many women may be training harder without getting healthier. This Moment is from Part 2 of a 2-Part Women’s Health Series. Listen to the series here! PART 1 Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/watwaGviG2b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/nyNjPVziG2b PART 2 Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/u6wj9DYmG2b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/iQJh183mG2b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Dr. Mary Claire Haver: https://shorturl.at/12C2t Dr. Stacy Sims: https://shorturl.at/F0tt6 Dr. Vonda Wright: https://shorturl.at/npLMf Dr. Natalie Crawford: https://shorturl.at/OB9Ru
00:39:55•May 8, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

WW3 Expert: This Could Trigger Global Starvation

Professor Jiang predicted Trump would win the election, America would go to war with Iran, and that the United States would lose that war. Now he reveals why he believes this conflict could reshape the entire world order! Professor Jiang is a geopolitical analyst, writer, and host of the YouTube channel 'Predictive History', who uses history, geography, economics, and game theory to explain where global conflicts may be heading next. Through his Substack, he provides geopolitical analysis of current events and helps readers understand the deeper forces shaping war, power, and the future of the American empire. He explains: ◼️Why he believes America had no choice but to go to war with Iran ◼️Why Israel’s real goal may be much bigger than defeating Iran ◼️How the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global energy and food crisis ◼️Why China, Russia, Iran, Israel, and the US are locked into competing worldviews ◼️Why the US dollar, oil, and global trade routes are at the center of the Iran War ◼️Why he believes World War 3 may have already begun ◼️What happens if Russia enters the war on Iran’s side ◼️Why the next phase of war may be fought through energy, shipping, and food Follow Professor Jiang: Youtube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/FYWV4L8 Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Cm0HlGI X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5jRKZdE Substack (geo-political analysis) - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/46bgm4o Sponsors: Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett
02:11:01•May 7, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Scott Galloway: AI Wasn’t Built For You. The Rich Don’t Need You Anymore!

AI CEOs are selling us the dream of ‘freedom’, making billions off the fear of mass job loss! Scott Galloway reveals the truth is more complicated and far more deceptive. Scott Galloway is an NYU Stern Professor of Marketing, entrepreneur, and host of The Prof G Pod and Pivot. He is known for breaking down the biggest shifts in business, technology, wealth, and culture. He is also the bestselling author of books such as The Four, The Algebra of Happiness, and Post Corona. He explains: ◼️Why the AI job apocalypse is just marketing hype ◼️How AI is making the rich richer while leaving ordinary people anxious ◼️Why Sam Altman, Elon Musk, and Big Tech leaders should not be blindly trusted ◼️How robots and AI will reshape work, but may not destroy it completely ◼️Why storytelling, relationships, and resilience may become the most valuable skills ◼️Why young men are losing the ability to handle rejection ◼️How billionaires are quietly separating themselves from society 00:00 Intro 02:25 What’s Actually True About AI 05:00 Are AI CEOs Exaggerating The Future To Raise Billions? 09:00 What Would Prove The AI Skeptics Wrong? 11:05 Could AI Move Too Fast For Society To Handle? 16:05 What Happens When AI Combines With Robots? 19:05 Is Elon Musk Selling Vision Or Reality? 24:05 Which Jobs Are First To Disappear In The AI Shift? 30:05 What Skills Will Actually Matter In The Future? 33:45 Are Young People Losing The Ability To Handle Rejection? 39:55 Can You Trust The People Building AI? 44:50 Are Tech Leaders Quietly Preparing For The End? 52:00 Do Some AI Leaders Believe The Risk Is Worth It? 58:04 Ads 01:00:05 Could AI Make Us More Human? 01:05:00 What Happens When AI Becomes Your Closest Companion 01:10:00 The Hidden Trade-Off Between Convenience And Real Relationships 01:15:00 Why Loneliness Could Explode 01:19:26 The Real Reason Human Connection Might Become More Valuable 01:25:00 What This Means For The Next Generation 01:30:00 How Power, Politics, And AI Are Becoming Intertwined 01:35:00 The Dangerous Gap Between Technology And Regulation 01:40:00 What Happens If Governments Can’t Keep Up With AI 01:45:00 The Future Of Work, Power, And Who Really Wins 01:50:00 Why The Biggest AI Risks Aren’t What You’ve Been Told Follow Scott Galloway: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/vBFaVJ X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/16DDqOa YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/D5fzguH Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5Vfyd55 You can purchase Scott’s book, ‘Notes on Being a Man’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/D2dQqxN Sponsors: Linkedin Talent Solutions - http://linkedin.com/DOAC Function Health - https://Functionhealth.com/DOAC to sign up for $365 a year. One dollar a day for your health
01:57:57•May 4, 2026
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Most Replayed Moment: Neil deGrasse Tyson On The Future Of Humanity! Will We Ever Go To Mars?

Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist, author, and science communicator known for making the biggest questions in the universe feel human, funny, and deeply thought-provoking. In today’s moment, Neil dives into the unsettling possibility that our universe might be a simulation - and what that would mean for free will, meaning, AI, death, and humanity’s future in space. Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/ZlSXUS8gG2b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/Rt2MvjnhG2b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Neil’s Work: https://neildegrassetyson.com/
00:37:10•May 1, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Money Expert: Buying A House Is A Mistake! Becoming Rich is Simple But You Won’t Do It!

Investing has been solved, but your brain is keeping you poor. Money Expert Ben Felix explains why most people make terrible financial decisions! Ben Felix is a Portfolio Manager and Chief Investment Officer for PWL Capital, and evidence-based investing expert who translates academic finance research into practical decisions for everyday people. He is known for using data, behavioral science, and simple frameworks to help people build wealth without falling for the traps of the financial industry. He explains: ◼️Why investing has already been “solved” ◼️How your brain quietly ruins your long-term financial decisions ◼️Why checking your portfolio too often can make you poorer ◼️Why buying a home is not always the smart investment people think it is ◼️Why young people may not need to save as aggressively as they’re told ◼️How to use money to build a better life, not just a bigger bank account ◼️The biggest financial mistakes that destroys your financial future 00:00 Intro 02:34 Why Most People Overcomplicate Finance 03:37 How Your Psychology Secretly Controls Your Investments 05:06 The Real Frameworks Behind Financial Freedom 06:54 Why You Don’t Need Much Money To Start Investing 09:20 The 10 Money Mistakes That Quietly Keep You Broke 12:57 How Monetizing Your Skills Can 10x Your Income 19:46 Why Most People Never Set Financial Goals 20:50 Are You Spending Money In Ways That Actually Improve Your Life? 21:26 Why Taking Investment Risks Matters More Than You Think 25:28 Is Buying A House Actually A Smart Investment Today? 40:48 Why Common Advice About Home Ownership Falls Apart 42:17 Will House Prices Keep Rising? 44:17 How The Wealthy Legally Pay Less Tax 45:09 The Real Tax Strategies The Rich Don’t Talk About 45:45 What Happens Next To Housing Prices? 47:15 Ads 49:18 The Hidden Problems With Financial Advisors 50:21 Why Ignoring Estate Planning Can Cost Your Family Everything 51:17 Do You Really Need A Will? 51:42 How Your Partner Choice Impacts Your Financial Future 52:58 Why Some Financial Advice May Be Working Against You 54:07 Should Everyone Get A Prenup? 56:21 What Your Spending Habits Reveal About Your Future Wealth 58:04 The Real Reason Prenups Matter More Than You Think 01:00:09 Why People Underestimate Catastrophic Financial Risks 01:00:59 Stocks Vs Bonds: Which Is Actually Safer Right Now? 01:07:20 The Financial Products You Should Avoid At All Costs 01:09:23 Why Cash Loses Value Faster Than You Realize 01:10:38 Ads 01:13:33 Do You Really Need A Retirement Plan? 01:15:05 Investments You Should Avoid 01:16:44 Should You Invest In AI? 01:19:36 Crypto: Opportunity Or Risk? 01:21:25 How War Changes Investing 01:24:16 Remortgage Or Invest: Which Move Builds More Wealth? 01:25:32 Will AI Replace Your Job? Follow Ben Felix: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/3Mc4mML X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5XwRueU YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5xRgQd4 Ben's Company - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Dd3AJr  Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Stan - Visit https://coach.stan.store/?ref=stevenbartlett&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=episode4  Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO    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
02:14:08•April 30, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Sex Scientist: Phone Addiction Is Killing Your Sex Life More Than Porn!

Is your sex life bad? Dr Rena Malik walks you through every single sex question you're too nervous to ask - from testosterone, porn, and erectile dysfunction, to libido and stress! The Better-Sex Doctor Rena Malik is a urologist, pelvic surgeon, and sexual health expert who helps millions better understand sexual health and taboo topics through science-based education and honesty. She is also the author of her upcoming book 'The Hard Truth'. She explains: ◼️Why bad sex is often a sign your overall health is breaking down ◼️Why erectile dysfunction can be an early warning sign of heart disease ◼️The 4 pillars that control your sex life: fuel, strength, environment, and confidence ◼️How porn, masturbation habits, and performance anxiety can rewire arousal ◼️What low testosterone actually feels like, and when TRT is a mistake Independent Research: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DOAC-Rena-Malik-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf Follow Dr Rena: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9eD5dDG X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BDcDWi8 YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/CTzkeOx Website -https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/TyaRNr  You can pre-order Dr Rena’s book ‘The Hard Truth: Everything Men Need to Know for Good Health, Great Sex, and Long Life’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/FQSv9xe  Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsor links: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven  Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Fiverr - https://fiverr.com/diary and get 10% off your first order when you use code DIARY Cometeer - https://cometeer.com/steven for $30 off your first order *Steven is an investor in this business
02:39:37•April 27, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Most Replayed Moment: Neuroscientist’s Proof Of Life After Death! Dr Tara Swart

Dr Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author known for her work on the brain, consciousness, and human behavior. In today’s moment, she opens up about the devastating loss of her husband and the extraordinary journey that followed. Dr Tara Swart explores grief, signs from loved ones who have passed and the neuroscience behind near-death experiences - asking the ultimate question - can the mind really exist separately from the body? Is there life after death? Listen to the full episode here: Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/xo3PtVOYV1b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/rUdXutSYV1b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Dr Tara Swart: https://www.taraswart.com/
00:35:21•April 24, 2026
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Stanford Neuroscientist: Can’t Remember Your Dreams? Your Brain May Be Warning You!

Most people think they’re a single individual making rational decisions, but Stanford Neuroscientist, Dr. David Eagleman, explains that you are actually multiple people in one brain. A brain that tricks each version of you in different ways! Dr. David Eagleman is a Stanford neuroscientist, technologist, and author who examines how our brain interprets the world and what that means for us. He is known for his work on brain plasticity, perception, and how the brain adapts to external inputs. He is the cofounder of Neosensory and BrainCheck, as well as director of the Center for Science and Law. He is also an international bestselling author of books such as 'Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain. He explains: ◼️How your brain tricks you to keep you safe ◼️How to outsmart your own brain when it's working against you ◼️Why doing hard things physically rewires the brain ◼️Why we dream, and what dreams may actually be doing for the brain ◼️How to use AI to make you smarter instead of letting it make you lazy 00:00 Intro 02:12 Why The Brain Became My Obsession 03:09 How To Actually Break Bad Habits (And Why Most People Fail) 07:16 What You’ve Been Getting Wrong About The Brain 11:12 Fluid Vs. Crystallized Intelligence 12:08 What Really Happens When You Try To Change Yourself 15:09 The Surprising Link Between Early Retirement And Death Risk 17:49 Your Brain’s Hidden Willpower Engine 21:59 How To Train Your Brain To Crave Difficult Challenges 23:40 Which Exercises Rewire Your Brain The Fastest 24:38 What Social Media Is Quietly Doing To Your Brain 29:59 AI And Your Mind Upgrade Or Hidden Cost? 33:47 The Effort Paradox—Why Struggle Might Be The Point 38:01 How To Use AI Without Making Your Brain Lazy 41:20 Is AI Honest—Or Just Telling You What You Want To Hear? 43:24 Can AI Truly Be Creative—Or Is It Just Mimicking You? 51:59 Why Your Brain Craves The Sweet Spot Between New And Familiar 55:25 Ads 01:03:10 Why Real-World Experiences Are Making A Comeback 01:07:52 What Makes Every Brain Subtly Different 01:13:01 Ads 01:15:11 Why We Dream And What Your Brain Is Really Doing At Night 01:20:46 Why Human Connection Is More Critical Than Ever 01:25:03 What The Next 10 Years Could Mean For Humanity ghts—What Stays With You After All This Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com  Independent Research Document: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DOAC-David-Eagleman-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf Follow Dr David: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6EnuY7m  X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1rjD8V8  Podcast - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/ALL5A7d  You can purchase Dr David’s book, ‘Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain’, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/7d74l5d  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Bon Charge: https://boncharge.com/DOAC for 20% off Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO   Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven
01:33:04•April 23, 2026