The Jon Gordon Podcast

We all have a positive and negative dog inside of us. It's part of our human nature. The key is to feed the positive dog and starve the negative dog. The more we feed the positive dog the bigger it gets and the stronger it becomes. The actions are simple. We just need to make them a habit and do them every day.  www.jongordon.com  

On this episode, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Marty Smith . Marty is one of ESPN's most popular and recognized reporters and hosts who currently covers a variety of sports including college football, basketball, both the NFL and NBA, NASCAR and more. This interview is really impactful as Marty talks about what it means to Never Settle in work and life. He also shares how he went from a...

"My life is only a miracle if I can be a miracle for others." - Austin Hatch On this episode of the Positive University Podcast , bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Austin Hatch . Austin has the rare distinction of being someone who has survived two plane crashes . The odds of this happening are almost unimaginable. Yet as miraculous as this is, the doctors believe it was even more miraculou...

On this episode of Positive University, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Case Keenum, a quarterback for the Washington Redskins NFL team. He played college football for Houston, where he became the NCAA's all-time leader in total passing yards, touchdowns, and completions.    This is a really insightful interview where Case talks about his journey, achieving your dreams, playing for more,...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast , bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with  Dave Meltzer , CEO of Sports 1 Marketing one of the world's leading sports & entertainment marketing agencies, which he co-founded with Hall of Fame Quarterback Warren Moon. Dave is also a renowned speaker, bestselling author and award winning humanitarian.   This interview is value packed! There's so mu...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Cathy Parker , author of the book Northern Lights . Cathy is also the founder of two non profits, Athletes to Champions and Beyond the Ballfield to help athletes and their families deal with the realities of sports and use their influence for good. This interview is about more than Cathy's story, it's a re...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast , bestselling author Jon Gordon talks Rob Pannell . Rob is by far one of the greatest lacrosse players in the world. He's an MVP, record setter, and a true champion on and off the field. Listen in as Jon and Rob talk about what the best do better than everyone else and the importance of controlling the controllables.   This episode is brought to y...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast , bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Bedros Keuilian . He went from escaping  Communist Soviet Union and dumpster diving for food to becoming the founder and CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp, one of the nation's fastest growing franchises. He's a successful investor and the bestselling author of Man Up . His story is not only compelling, it's also...

Truett Cathy was once asked, "How do you know if a man needs encouragement?" His answer, "If he's breathing."  In this short bonus Positive Moment, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks about the power of encouragement and how we need to receive and give it today.  www.jongordon.com www.positiveuniversity.com  

On this Positive University Podcast episode, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Tony Bennett, head coach of the University of Virginia men's basketball team who won the 2019 NCAA championship. After you listen to what Tony shares, you'll understand why he's such an effective coach. His wisdom and insights on life and leadership are profound. so Grab a pen or fire up your notes app and get re...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with  LaChina Robinson , a college basketball and WNBA analyst and reporter for ESPN. She's a dynamic TV personality, communications strategist, and keynote speaker.   During this conversation she shares some of the lessons she's learned from  successfully transitioning from a star athlete to a respected broadc...

On this episode Jon talks with 3 courageous women who beat cancer. What makes this conversation so powerful is not just the stories that each of these amazing women share but how they embraced the power of positivity to overcome their challenges. It's also enlightening to hear the latest cancer treatments and how they are producing better outcomes for some. While cancer is the topic of this episod...

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Nick Nurse, the Head Coach of the NBA champions, the Toronto Raptors.   This is a power packed episode with great takeaways as Nick gives us an inside look at what made the Toronto Raptors a championship team. He shares the keys to getting a team to believe in and buy in, the importance of trying new thing...

In this episode of the Positive University Podcast , bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Dr. Zach Bush , one of the most compelling medical minds working to improve human health today. This interview and what Dr. Bush shares about the science of health , disease , glyphosate , food allergies and healing the gut is truly fascinating. As one of the nations only triple board certified physicians...

On today's episode Jon talks with Mike Levine, Co-Head of Sports at CAA, one of the largest and most dominant talent and sports agencies in the world. Mike, also know as "Vino" is a pioneer, visionary and leader whose innovative marketing deals and acquisitions of top talent have helped CAA sports achieve phenomenal success. on a personal note, Mike was Jon's teammate on the Cornell lacrosse team...

On today's episode Jon Gordon talks with 5 time NBA champion and LA Sparks Head Coach, Derek Fisher . Derek's vast experience with championship teams has taught him a lot about what real success looks like as an individual and as a team member. He shares lessons he's learned along the way and the importance of embracing failure to become who you were ultimately created to be. No matter where you a...

On today's episode Jon talks with Josh McCown. Josh has spent 17 years in the NFL, most recently as a quarterback for the New York Jets. His story of perseverance, overcoming, and trials leading to opportunities is not only inspiring but also illustrates a mindset and work ethic for success that can benefit us all. As a special bonus to accompany this Positive U episode, we want to offer you free...

In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with former Navy SEAL Nick Hays about high performance lessons and habits that will help you become an elite leader and create an elite team. Nick combines his military training and Harvard Business school education into practical, effective strategies to motivate, adapt and overcome. Pick up a copy of Nick's new book ELITE: High...

Life started out living as Nigerian royalty but took a dramatic turn. After the loss of his father at the age of 5, Remi Adeleke moved to the United States and was raised by his single mother in the Bronx. He eventually started getting into trouble and dealing drugs as a teen.  After his life was threatened from a drug deal that went bad at age 19, Remi decided to join the military with one goal i...

He's worked with John Maxwell, Dave Ramsey and learned from many of the best leaders on the planet. He's Ken Coleman, host of The Ken Coleman Show and the top-rated EntreLeadership Podcast.  In today's Positive University Podcast with Jon Gordon, Ken shares the power of The Proximity Principle, the proven strategy that will lead to a career you love.  Pick up Ken's new book here. Learn more about...

Donna Orender was formerly president of the Women's National Basketball Association and senior vice president of the PGA. She has been recognized as one of the top 10 Most Powerful Women in Sports and one of Newsweeks100 most Influential people in the business of sports. She is also the author of WOWsdom .  Learn more about Donna at  www.orenderunlimited.com Learn more about Jon Gordon at www.jong...

In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Jesse Itzler. You'll learn: Why Jesse has only eaten fruit until noon for the past 27 years. What Jesse's journey was like going from distributing demo tapes to being broke and sleeping on 18 couches and eventually founding a private jet company, selling a product to Coca-Cola, and owning the Atlanta Hawks.  Jesse's mindset...

His story is one of the most inspiring that you will hear.  The true story of a well-raised kid, a three-year starting quarterback, a young person filled with potential…until a shocking addiction took hold. Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all. He came from a great family, in a home full of God, love, support, and opportunities to reach any goal. A natural bo...

  This is a special release of The Power of a Positive Team webinar with Jon Gordon and his Lead Consultant, Amy P. Kelly. Perfect for teams of all types (work, sports, family, marriages, etc)! This presentation covers: The principles, practices and characteristics that make great teams great and identify what your team must do to improve and grow together. How to create alignment and clarity to e...

Jon Gordon talks with Big Brother 18 & MTV's Ex on the Beach star Corey Brooks about his experiences with reality TV, social media influence, overcoming challenges, developing a positive perspective and being driven to be your best.