The Jon Gordon Podcast

No matter what you've gone through or are in the middle of right now, better days are ahead. Tim Timberlake, Pastor of Celebration Church in Jacksonville FL, explores how we deal with loss, grief, and hurt… reminding us that life is full of everyday setbacks but there is a way to process these moments and triumphantly move beyond them. Get Tim's new book  "The Art of Overcoming" at Amazon  or anyw...

Jon is joined on this episode of Positive U by NBA All Star, Damian Lillard. Growing up, Damian learned how to handle adversity quickly, showing his grit and mental toughness throughout his journey to the NBA. Jon and Damian discuss the important and power of belief, and how it is necessary when working towards your goals. If you want to be inspired to chase your own goals, then this is the episod...

An interview so special that it also had to be shared on Positive University!  From Jordan Montgomery's Instagram @jordanmmontgomery: https://www.instagram.com/p/CsD5gHROSBr/   "Today on the Growth Over Goals podcast we are beyond fortunate to be in the company of two of the top thought leaders walking the planet -  @jongordon11  and  @patricklencioni_  . If you add their incredible works together...

Sometimes you are the star, and sometimes you support the star. Jon is joined on this episode of Positive University by Mark Rivera. Mark has been playing saxophone with Billy Joel since 1982, and throughout his career he has demonstrated how important each member of a team is to the overall outcome. No one creates success alone, and Mark is a prime example of this.  Connect with Mark: https://www...

Demolish roadblocks, take action, and transform your future! In this episode of the Positive University Podcast I'm joined by renowned NBA life and optimization coach David Nurse. Based on his new book DO IT , David explains common action archetypes that lead to our lack of action, and how we can overcome them. This episode will help you reshape the way you think about failure and success and prop...

"We're not raising our children, we're raising our children's children." This is a quote referenced multiple times on the episode by Ben Greenfield. Ben is a world class athlete who strongly emphasizes the importance of faith and building a family culture that lasts for generations. Over the course of the episode, Jon and Ben go much more in depth on these topics, from how to raise your kids to th...

This is a special message from THE POSITIVE SUMMIT on mastering your mindset with  The One Truth, Jon Gordon's new book releasing June 27, 2023.

On this episode of Positive University, Jon is joined by Dr. Andrew Newberg, a neuroscientist who has done extensive research of the effects of prayer and meditation on brain health. Jon and Dr. Newberg also discuss consciousness, near death experiences, how different parts of the brain process our thoughts and actions.  Connect with Dr. Newberg: http://www.andrewnewberg.com/

"Iron is not sharpening iron if you're all tin foil." – Jim Rome   This is a special mini episode featuring a clip from our friend Jim Rome as he shares a really powerful perspective on who you hang around with and the influence they have on your life (for better or worse). What makes this so unique is that Jim is sharing this from first-hand experience being at Jon Gordon's recent birthday gather...

 On this episode of Positive U, Jon is joined by Drew Brees, one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. Throughout the conversation, Drew shares fascinating stories from his illustrious career, giving listeners an inside look at what it takes to become a champion. Drawing on his experiences as a professional athlete, Drew delves into the mindset necessary to overcome adversity, emphasizing t...

Jon is joined on this episode of Positive U by Shaun Hadsall. Shaun is known as the "ripped grandpa", due to being in incredible shape at his age, and he provides valuable information on both diet and exercise. Over the course of the episode, Shaun explains in greater detail how hormones and different diets affect our weight, misconceptions and myths in the fitness industry, and how to lose weight...

Jon is joined on this episode by Jimmy Rex. After an incredibly successful career in real estate, Jimmy wanted more, and decided that he would help men find friends, a community, and a safe place to be honest with themselves and others. Jon and Jimmy discuss business tips, along with how men can open up and improve their quality of life today. In terms of personal growth, it's important for men to...

"Get your brain healthy, and your mind will follow." -Dr. Amen In this episode of the Positive University podcast, Jon Gordon is joined by  Dr. Amen to discuss how you can improve your brain health, leading to a healthier and more positive mind and life. Dr. Amen also shares what's wrong with how we treat mental illnesses today.  Dr. Amen is a renowned psychiatrist and brain health expert who has...

Controlling your ego is a crucial aspect of personal growth. Our ego can often cloud our judgment, preventing us from seeing our flaws and mistakes, and that is why we must be open to constructive criticism. After being on The Bachelor, Clayton Echard learned many things about himself through criticism of his actions on the show. Jon and Clayton go into more detail about this over the course of th...

On this episode of Positive U, Jon is joined by Dr. Chris Palmer. Dr. Palmer has done extensive research on mental illnesses, why they occur, and how we can stop them. Over the course of the episode, Jon and Dr. Palmer discuss theories regarding mental health, the ketogenic diet, and the importance of mitochondria in our cells.

On this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon is joined by  beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author, Roma Downey. It's a conversation  full of wisdom, affirmation, and encouragement to ignite the power of kindness in every one of us and remind us to step into kindness with one another. Get Roma's new book " Be an Angel: Devotions to Inspire and Encourage Love and Lig...

On this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon talks with Ryan Bethea. Ryan is a producer and podcast host of the new hit series "The Exorcist Files". The show is a deep dive into the fascinating world of spiritual warfare and is told through the lens of a leading exorcist of the Catholic Church. Since the show's release it has gone on to claim the #1 spot on Spotify's Religion and Spiritualit...

On this episode of the Positive University podcast, Jon Gordon is joined by his co-author of The Sale , Alex Demczak. Alex is also the co-founder of Streamline Books, a company that helps people write, edit, and publish their stories. Jon and Alex discuss this process in greater detail, along with providing advice and personal experiences of taking the leap and sharing your message to the world. L...

How different would your life and business be, if you could only work on things you love? Becoming successful is not about grinding harder or finding more time to work. It's about installing systems and mindset shifts to engage in high-value work that brings you energy and fulfillment. Trading money for time will bring you more success than you ever thought possible, while reducing stress and maxi...

"Wherever you go, there you are." This is a special short clip from Jon Gordon and Ed Mylett. If you haven't listened to Jon's full interview on Ed Mylett's podcast yet… we hope you will today. It's powerful. They talked about Oneness vs Separateness, What Makes a Great Leader, Commitments vs Goals, Internal Changes that Impact Your External Life, The Mind Soul Connection and much more! Listen or...

On this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon is joined by Damon West , coauthor of "The Coffee Bean" and their latest book " How to Be a Coffee Bean: 111 Life-Changing Ways to Create Positive Change ." Damon's story of being sentenced to life in prison to now sharing the message of the coffee bean is truly remarkable, and it shows what happens when you change your environment instead of lett...

Peter Crone is often referred to as the mind architect. In one of the most thought-provoking episodes of Positive University to date, Jon and Peter discuss ideas of truth, dealing with cancel culture and how to stand up for what you believe is right.

Over the past two years Jedediah Bila has been one of the biggest voices advocating for our freedom... from vaccines and mandates to free speech. After leaving her roles on networks including The View and Fox, Jedediah decided that her voice will still be heard without the censorship and restrictions large companies have. On this episode of Positive University, Jon and Jedediah discuss the pandemi...

Jon Gordon is joined by Dr. Malachi O'Brien . Malachi has now been running a marathon every day for over 90 days, and he is looking to break the world record for most consecutive days running a marathon for both men and women. Over the course of the podcast, Jon and Malachi discuss his reasons and motivations for running, how to overcome mental struggles, and how to discover what you are meant to...

On this episode of Positive University, Jon is joined by co founder of Tommy John, Tom Patterson. Tommy John has grown into a wildly successful company and Tom shares many great tips and stories that helped him to build the brand. Over the course of the episode Jon and Tom also discuss how to build a winning culture while loving what you do. If you enjoy this episode, share it with a friend and le...