Aubrey Marcus Podcast

This podcast has been a long time coming… It was originally supposed to happen on August 11th, but the Universe had other plans for me that day. I was in a near-fatal car accident on the way to the podcast, and Nahko showed up at my house to help heal me with his music. Amazingly, that was not the first time where life was riding a thin line, and Nahko appeared to provide balance. This podcast is...

The fact that I sat down with Hal Elrod to record this podcast is in itself a miracle. Hal is not only a cancer survivor, but he also thrived through a near deadly car crash that left him paralyzed...or so the doctors thought.  Hal views these tragedies as blessings and explains the secret to alchemize the bad into good. Hal is the author of a new book, The Miracle Equation, out now everywhere. Co...

Multiple NYT bestselling author Michael Pollan set out on his boldest adventure yet, both personally and as an author.  In his latest book How To Change Your Mind he endeavored to chronicle the psychedelic experience--from a historical, scientific, and experiential point of view.  His contribution to the field cannot be understated, and I am incredibly grateful to welcome him on the show to share...

For episode 200 of the Aubrey Marcus Podcast we had special guest and podcast phenom the Powerful Joe Rogan. The hour is seeping with sincere motivation straight from the experiences Joe has overcome in his life. The concept that reiterates through the conversation and sticks in your brain is Do Hard Shit. Life is going to fuck with you, the more resilient you can become through orchestrated strug...

Health and fitness OG Mark Sisson, CEO of Primal Kitchen and Author of The Primal Blueprint, is back!  We’re not talking about Keto recipes this time, but instead we dive into the blueprint for creating a successful business:  Authenticity. We also discuss our mutual vision to change how the world eats, and the importance of learning from our many failures.   Connect with Mark Sisson: Website | ht...

Humble The Poet is an author, a rapper, a poet, and a really cool human. He brings the wisdom from a lifetime of turbulence and transformation and it is beautiful to watch him weave his words into unforgettable truisms. Humble drops Unlearn: 101 Simple Truths for a Better Life on April 9th, 2019 where all books are sold. Connect with Humble the Poet Website | https://www.humblethepoet.com/ Faceboo...

Singer and songwriter Mike Posner had the choice to devote himself to commercial success, or to go experience life on his own terms--to go inward explore the shadows of his own psyche and return to the masses with art from the depths. He chose the latter and we are better for it. I sat down with the multi-platinum artist Mike Posner, we talked about mortality, the role of an artist, and his upcomi...

Suffering is equal to pain multiplied by resistance. In this episode ordained monk and meditation master, Shinzen Young, utilizes his dual capacity for mathematics and mindfulness to simplify the art of being human. In one of the most illuminating episodes in the history of the podcast, Shinzen breaks down the complexities of happiness into codified and applicable insights. Connect with Shinzen Yo...

The term “Rite of Passage” has been hollowed out in mainstream culture like the trunk of an old tree.  I sat down with Tim Corcoran, wilderness expert and provider of nature-based transformational experiences. Tim shared his stories around the difficulty of vulnerability, the difference between an initiation and a rite of passage, and what we can learn from the wild. Connect with Tim: Twin Eagles...

I sat down with musical legend Citizen Cope. We talked about being open to the muse, forgiving our fathers, and the real fear humans have around vulnerability. It was a special conversation, made more unique because he played two songs live for the podcast. His new album, Heroine and Helicopters is available wherever music can be purchased or streamed. Connect with Citizen Cope: Website | https://...

Four time AMP veteran Erick Godsey drops back in to talk ego, why AI will never be able to fully replace humans, and my new mission: Be, Serve, Enjoy. We also dive into how he utilized the course Go For Your Win to discover his mission, train essential skills, and overcome resistance. Erick shares his story on how Go For Your Win found him at a moment when he needed it most; it began with being fi...

Mindfulness, meditation, and manifestation are concepts that often get mixed up in the pursuit of spiritual wellness. In this episode Emily Fletcher, powerhouse speaker and author of “Stress Less, Accomplish More”, offers clarity on the distinction between these pillars of her meditation method: the Ziva Technique. Ziva meditation is one of the strongest modern meditation schools. We exchange insi...

How does a college dropout end up interviewing Lady Gaga, Elon Musk, Warren Buffett and other icons for his first book?  You’ll find out in this podcast. Alex Banayan is the author of the national bestseller, The Third Door, and he has an amazing story to tell.  It is literally one of the best stories of fear, intuition, courage, and street smarts that I’ve ever heard told on my podcast-- one that...

Basketball mindset coach Alan Stein Jr has taken his insights from the backboard to the boardroom as a motivational speaker and author, lighting the way for coaches, CEOs, and players in every game.  In this episode Alan delivers relentless value as we pass around tips, tales, and personal lessons on how evolving the mindset to be more coachable and process-oriented nurtures inspiration and perfor...

Anthropological sex expert, author, and acclaimed “shame exorcist” Dr. Chris Ryan shares some laughs, tells some stories, and sheds some light on the cultural shadows of sexual experience in this special episode--recorded in front of a live audience at the Aubrey Marcus Weekend event in Santa Monica in 2018. We kick the conversation off with foreskin reclamation and make our way through sexual tab...

Modern day “wonder woman” Amber Rae has been defying odds since birth. She continues to inspire as a renowned motivational speaker I’ve been honored to share a stage with at Entrepreneur Live. She is the breakout author of Choose Wonder Over Worry, helping guide people to embrace the entire self through emotional wellness. On this AMP, we dive into our personal experiences and practices for naviga...

Professional lacrosse player Paul Rabil is on a mission to change the way the world sees his sport, and the way athletes take on the world. Not only has he made himself a name as one of the greatest players in history, he is changing the game by launching the Premier Lacrosse League--bringing his visionary outlook in business and branding for anyone looking to broaden their reach and connect with...

Best-selling author Dr. Wednesday Martin is on a mission to rewrite the textbooks on sexuality and relationship- by using real science. In her research, she has discovered (and shared in her award winning book Untrue), that both men AND women struggle with the anthropologically modern concept of monogamy. She joins this AMP, along with relationship coach Whitney Miller, to set some records straigh...

Comedian Adam Strauss returns to the show to dive deeper into the personal healing journey that inspired his comedy tour, The Mushroom Cure, covering the ways that psychedelics helped him heal his OCD. We explore the deep roots of individual and collective pathologies, and the ways that the mind and body are interwoven.  We also share tools to conquer shame, claim your healing, and accept the expe...

Gerard Adams tells the passionate story of going from a young street hustler, to business mogul.  He sold his company, Elite Daily, for $50 million and has continued his journey as a highly sought mentor, investor, and voice of the millennial entrepreneur.  Gerard shares valuable insight on how to sharpen your grind, identify what to leverage, and listen to your heart to capitalize on what excites...

In one of my favorite shows, the not-so-subtle worldwide bestseller Mark Manson returns to the show to elaborate on key psychological principles he has been incubating, including the advantage of being an ethical a$$hole. We cover perceptual bias, personal agency, self-respect, and all sorts of tactics to help you move out of any rut and onward to realization. Connect with Mark Manson: Website | h...

Psychiatrist, psychonaut, and neurocognitive specialist Dr. Dan Engle MD has entered a new phase of his work as a bridge between Medicine’s past and future--unpacking his vision of ‘transformational medicine’.  We discuss the value of hunting, effective dosing, pain management. the benefits of CBD, why psychedelics are taking the lead in treating the epidemic of hopelessness, and how holistic appr...

Comedic philosopher Duncan Trussell took a seat with me for a live podcast at the Aubrey Marcus Weekend event recently, and it was too epic not to release.  He drops trademark Duncan wisdom along with the brain tickling hilarity he is known for. We share tips for letting go of the dead weight we carry, finding harmony with pain, and creating the life we want to live. Connect with Duncan: Website |...

Every once in a while an individual comes along and changes the game. Whether it is an athlete, artist, or shaman--things are irrevocably altered after the Maestro makes their appearance. In 2015, I had the privilege of crossing paths with Hamilton Souther, an ayahuasca shaman in his prime, who was doing just that for the realm of the spirit. This week, I am releasing both recordings with Hamilton...

My fiance, Whitney Miller, and I have been in an open relationship for the last 5 years. But it didn’t start that way. Whitney is a different woman than when I met her, and she is engaged to a very different man. We owe a lot of that to our open relationship journey.  This episode is a special one, taking place after the first time Whitney has experienced stable love with someone else. But, contra...