The Power Playlist

In this episode, we dive into The Body Keeps the Score by Dr Bessel van der Kolk . We explore how trauma reshapes the brain and body. Recognising that trauma is an embodied experience, we discuss innovative treatments like yoga and neurofeedback that help survivors reclaim their lives and health.

Join us for a deep dive into Thomas Erikson’s bestseller, Surrounded by Idiots . We analyse the four types of human behaviour —Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue—to help you categorise the people in your life. Discover how to organise your communication to effectively connect with everyone in business and life.

Join us for a deep dive into Robert Greene’s 48 Laws of Power. We analyse the amoral strategies of history’s greatest figures to help you recognise the hidden dynamics of authority. Discover why you must conceal your intentions and learn to master the civilised war of modern social influence today.

Join our deep dive into Eric Ries’ The Lean Startup . We explore how to minimise waste and organise your venture using the Build-Measure-Learn feedback loop. Learn how a minimum viable product helps test assumptions and achieve validated learning to build a radically successful, sustainable business.

Join us for a deep dive into Spencer Johnson's classic, Who Moved My Cheese? . We explore how the four characters in the Maze represent our own behaviours when facing unexpected change. Learn to recognise shifts in your life, let go of fear, and discover your path to success.

In today's episode, we explore James Clear's Atomic Habits , which highlights how tiny changes compound into remarkable results over time. By focussing on systems rather than goals, you can optimise your daily routines to favour long-term success. Ultimately, building better habits is about becoming the person you wish to be.

Join our deep dive into Steven Bartlett’s book, The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws of Business and Life . We explore 33 laws rooted in science and psychology. We prioritise the four pillars : Self, Story, Philosophy, and Team. Learn to fill your buckets, harness kaizen, and master psychological moonshots .

Today we’re exploring Ben Crowe’s transformative book, Where the Light Gets In . Crowe encourages us to prioritise being over doing, using his Triple A mindset of agency, acceptance, and appreciation. By embracing vulnerability, legends like Ash Barty found freedom. It’s a powerful guide to finding your bliss and being enough.

This synthesised discussion examines Sara Canaday’s Coaching Essentials for Managers and Brett Bartholomew’s Conscious Coaching . It contrasts Canaday’s five-step workplace blueprint with Bartholomew’s coaching compass and psychological archetypes . Together, they offer a comprehensive framework for building trust and achieving high-performance results.

In today’s episode, we discuss David Bach’s book, The Automatic Millionaire , a powerful one-step plan to finish rich. We’ll explore core concepts like The Latte Factor and why you must pay yourself first . Most importantly, we examine how making finances automatic today removes the need for any serious financial discipline .

Join us for a discussion about Susanne Cook-Greuter’s book exploring Ego Development Theory . We examine nine stages of vertical growth , mapping how individuals move from impulsive behaviours towards unitive wisdom . This grounded theory reveals the ego as a storyteller , organising our reality through language and expanding perspectives to foster maturity.

Today, we’re discussing Dale Carnegie’s legendary book, How to Win Friends and Influence People . We'll explore fundamental techniques for handling people and winning others to your way of thinking . Join us as we examine how to lead effectively without arousing resentment or giving offence . Settle in for our detailed review!

Today, we’re discussing the book Cues by Vanessa Van Edwards, which explores charismatic communication through powerful signals. We examine how to organise these signals by balancing warmth and competence to avoid the "Danger Zone". Join us to uncover invisible cues and effectively favour your own personal message . Let's dive in!

Today we discuss Vanessa Van Edwards’ Captivate , a manual for succeeding with people. We explore behaviour hacking to boost your PQ through fourteen actionable tools. By decoding personality matrices and mastering the first five minutes of an interaction, you can build deeper, science-based connections.

In this episode, we discuss Dr Anna Lembke’s book, Dopamine Nation , exploring how our brains process pleasure and pain like a balance. We examine the science of reward and practical solutions, such as dopamine fasting and radical honesty, to manage compulsive overconsumption and find balance in an age of indulgence.

Join this discussion about the book The Art of Strategy by Avinash K. Dixit and Barry J. Nalebuff. We analyse how to look forward and reason backward . This guide to game theory helps you navigate strategic interactions in business, politics, and life. Tune in to improve your strategic skills today.

Join our discussion on Robert Glazer’s Elevate , where we explore building capacity across four pillars: spiritual, intellectual, physical, and emotional . We dive into how balancing these areas, like a four-chambered ball, allows you to push beyond limits and align your daily actions with your core purpose .

In this episode, we discuss Rolf Dobelli’s bestseller, The Art of Thinking Clearly . We explore how cognitive errors —systematic deviations from logic—impact our lives. By identifying routine mistakes like Social Proof or the Sunk Cost Fallacy , we can cultivate less irrationality , improve prosperity, and make better decisions.

Join our discussion on Amy Cuddy’s Presence , exploring how to bring your boldest self to life's biggest challenges. We dive into " self-nudges " small tweaks in body language that increase confidence. Learn how to " fake it till you become it " to authentically express your potential during daunting moments.

In this discussion of Enhancing Your Executive Edge , we explore how interpersonal skills drive 85 percent of career success. We break down Kim Zoller’s five-pillar framework to reveal how mastering branding, communication, and self-management provides the presence and edge necessary for leadership promotions.

Join our discussion about Matthew Walker’s Why We Sleep , exploring how sleep acts as a vital biological necessity . We examine how dreaming provides overnight therapy , while chronic deprivation increases risks for Alzheimer’s and cancer . Rediscover why sleep is the pre-eminent force in the health trinity.

Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers redefines success as a product of hidden advantages and cultural legacies rather than mere individual grit. This discussion explores how factors like arbitrary birth dates and the 10,000-hour rule shape extraordinary achievers. Uncover why your community and history are as critical as individual talent.

Join us as we discuss Morgan Housel’s book, The Art of Spending Money . We explore why spending is an art, prioritising psychology over spreadsheets. Discover how wealth brings independence rather than status, recognising that true wealth is control over your time. Learn why managing expectations ensures a truly durable contentment.

Join our discussion on the book Ikigai by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles , which uncovers Japanese secrets to a long, happy life. We explore finding your unique " reason for being " alongside vital Okinawan habits like hara hachi bu (eating until 80% full) and the community support of moai groups.

In this episode, we discuss Mark Manson’s The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck . We explore why happiness comes from solving problems , not avoiding them. Discover how adopting better values and accepting inevitable suffering provides a counter-intuitive path to living a truly good life.