The Art of Charm
Episodes
767: How to master communication in a relationship
01 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships are a two-way street, but when it comes to communication it’s important to understand people have a variety of preferences when it com...
766: Michael Herold on living a full life when the odds are stacked against you | Q&A
24 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Personal transformation is a long and arduous process, but we all have to start somewhere, so how do you know when it’s time to make such a drastic ...
765: Parents, Part 2: Warren Farrell on The Boy Crisis and Dad Deprivation
20 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The role of the father in raising children is often downplayed in society, but what do fathers bring to the table that mothers do not, why does the ab...
764: Brett Bartholomew on why drive matters more than motivation and secrets to peak performance
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Coaching athletes, or anyone for that matter, does not come with a simple one-size-fits-all approach, so what does effective coaching look like, what ...
763: Had Enough Pain, Yet? | Toolbox 2
10 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We all know change can be hard, so embarking on a journey of self-development and transformation means there will be pain involved - but is it possibl...
762: 3 Signs That it's Time for Change | Transformation Toolbox 1
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Transformation can be accidental or intentional, but if you are going to change and grow as a person, wouldn’t you want to have a say in how you gro...
761: 5 Ways to Approach Dating Meaningfully | Q&A w/ Dr. Laura Berman
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you even begin if you want to get better at meeting people? Improving your communication skills is an excellent place to start. Communication...
760: Parents, Part 1: Motherhood and Transformation
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This month and next, we decided to dedicate two episodes to parents and the valuable role parenting plays in our development as social beings. On thi...
759: Dr. Geoffrey Miller on 5 Signals to Send When Dating
20 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dating can seem like a torturous uphill battle for many men and women, but it doesn’t have to be - understanding how and why we are attracted to one...
758: Three Top Tips to Dating
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding social cues and nonverbal communication is arguably more important now than ever - but what does it mean to communicate with someone non...
757: The New Rules to Dating
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dating has evolved due to the influence of technology and the way we communicate - but has the evolution been for the good of all, are all these optio...
756: Vulnerability: A Key to a Successful Relationship | Q&A w/ Jill Coleman
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships are built on trust, but that trust must be maintained over the years with intentional conversations to ensure that both people are on th...
755: Life Advice: From the Oldest and the Wisest
22 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us tend to overlook one of the greatest sources of wisdom in our lives - our elders - but how much can you learn from one simple conversation,...
754: Steven Hayes on Why Craving Pain is Human
15 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is one of the most effective methods to increase psychological flexibility - but what exactly is ACT, how can ...
753: Love, Money and Relationships
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In a world of seemingly limitless options, how can you know if a person is THE person for you, what questions can you ask yourself to determine if you...
752: Essential Tools for Navigating Everyday Uncertainty
01 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Uncertainty is an unavoidable part of life, and for many, it can feel overwhelming - but what important lessons can your relationship with uncertainty...
751: Less Stress, More Happiness with David Henzel | Q&A
25 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Your habits and systems determine how successful you can become, but what habits and systems can you implement in your professional life and personal ...
750: Overcoming Self-Doubt with Jay Shetty
18 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to pursue your own happiness and fulfillment you are bound to make decisions that confuse or disappoint the people around you, which can l...
749: How to Handle Toxic Relationships
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How can toxic people make you feel like you are losing your mind, what can they do to turn your coworkers and friends against you, and what is the bes...
748: 7 Signs of a Toxic Relationship
04 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Toxic relationships exist in all of our lives in varying degrees, but defines a toxic relationship, how can you identify toxic relationships in your l...
747: Living Boldly with Gia Helena
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Fortune favors the bold” right? But what does it mean to live your life with boldness, how is it related to fear an...
746: The Kobe Bryant Episode
21 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We all go through various acts in our lives, and each act carries with it its own challenges and relationships, so how can you take the experience, ba...
745: Positive Psychology & the Science of Well-Being w/ Rob Mack
19 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Positive psychology is a relatively new area of study and it’s garnered a ton of attention over the last few years - but what exactly is positive ps...
744: Dating Done Right With Evan Marc Katz
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Chemistry is often cited by many as the defining factor in what they look for when venturing into the world of dating - but is it the most important f...
743: Relationship Goals: Love, Friends & Work
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Smartphones and the apps that exist on them have blown the doors wide open when it comes to creating options in your dating life as well as giving you...
742: The Hidden Power of Relationships
04 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Filtering the right people into your life is a skill that can set you on the path to success if you can do it well, and failure if you do it poorly - ...
741: Train Your "Happy" | Q&A w/ Christoph Schnedlitz of hiMoment
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Happiness is not a destination, but what does it mean to enjoy the journey, especially when the journey is bound to have rough patches, and what daily...
740: How Defined Values Lead to Long-term Happiness | w/ Russ Harris
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Happiness is not meant to be a permanent state you exist in, but if you’re not meant to just feel good all the time, what is the end goal of creatin...
739: The Key to Happiness? Quality Relationships
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Happiness is one of those ideas that has an endless number of quotes about where it comes from (and where it does not). We’ve heard many of them so ...
738: What Defines Happiness
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s fair to say that happiness is one of the most important goals we can pursue in life because not much else matters if you’re not deriving some...
737: Your Favorite Interviews from 2018
31 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You asked and we answered! We took the three highest rated interviews from 2018 and put them into a special New Years Eve episode just for you! We kic...
736: How to Rewire your Brain for Success | w/ Lisa Wimberger
24 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Building new habits is typically not as simple as doing something different each day - sometimes we need to rewrite the stories we tell ourselves, and...
735: The Best Ways to Rewrite Bad Habits w/ Charles Duhigg
17 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Building a new habit can be difficult if you approach it with the wrong tools and misinformation, but what does the science tell us about forming new ...
734: 3 Phases of Habit Building You Need to Know
10 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Building (or breaking) a new habit can effectively be broken into 3 different phases, each with its own challenge which can prevent you from reaching ...
733: Toolbox: How to Build Habits that Stick
03 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Building habits is a gradual and effective process that can forever change your life when done right - but what goes into habits in the first place, w...
732: Goals: how to pick ‘em & achieve 'em | Chris Tye-Walker
26 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Physical fitness can play a significant role in rebuilding your confidence, but what all goes into achieving a desired level of fitness, how do you se...
731: BONUS with Phillip Stutts
22 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As we progress further down the path of technology and electronic communication, digital marketing is playing a bigger role than ever, so what is it, ...
730: Master Your Mindset with David Goggins
19 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We are all capable of more than we think because many of us don’t push ourselves beyond the limit our mind tells us we have - so what does it mean t...
729: Self-esteem is Bullshit
12 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us grew up in a world that praised the idea of having high self-esteem - but what exactly is self-esteem, why have we been wrongly focused on ...
728: How to Bounce Back From Challenging Times
05 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to want to flourish no matter what life throws at you, you must develop a solid foundation of resilience - but what is resilience, why is ...
727: Sugar Ray Leonard
29 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sugar Ray Leonard is regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, but did you know he battled social anxiety and substance abuse during his car...
726: 5 Hacks to Improve Your Listening | Q&A w/ Oscar Trimboli
22 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us take listening for granted because we do it all day every day, but did you know there are multiple layers to listening and many of us only ...
725: Boost Your Emotional Intelligence w/ Michael Ventura
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Cultivating empathy is crucial in developing solid relationships in our personal and professional lives -- but what exactly is it, how is it different...
724: How to Deepen Your Connection With Others | Article
08 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Technology in the digital age has made it easier than ever to form new connections and stay in touch with old ones, but it’s also led to increased l...
722: What Matters Most in a Difficult Conversation | Q&A w/ Andrea J. Lee
24 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Art of Charm, AJ (@AJHarbinger) and Johnny (@AOCJohnny) wrap up September’s month of Emotional Bids. Before answering listene...
721: How to Improve Your Workplace Communication | Michael Sorensen
17 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Art of Charm, AJ (@AJHarbinger) and Johnny (@AOCJohnny) take emotional bids to the next level by speaking with an expert on val...
720: Turning Toward Emotion | Article
10 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
AJ (@AJHarbinger) and Johnny (@AOCJohnny) continue the theme of Emotional Bids by discussing practical ways to deepen and strengthen the connections w...
719: Why Emotional Connection Makes or Breaks a Relationship | ToolBox
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, AJ and Johnny speak on the importance of “emotional bids,” and how to successfully identify and respond to them to create a deepe...
718: Overcoming Social Anxiety in your Career | Q&A w/ Chris “Drama” Pfaff
27 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Christopher “Drama” Pfaff (@drama) is an entrepreneur, producer, and reality TV star. He is best known for his roles in the MTV reality shows “R...
717: Beat Approach Anxiety | Alex Banayan
20 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, AJ and Johnny interview Alex Banayan (@AlexBanayan), author of “The Third Door” about his 7-year journey to interview some of the...
716: 8 Tips to Keep the Conversation Going
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How do you take a conversation to the next level and create real connection? In this episode of The Art of Charm podcast, AJ and Johnny explain 8 fund...
715: The Art of Compelling Conversations
06 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, AJ and Johnny share stories of how they’ve built connections with others and improved upon them — then explore them from a scient...
714: The Art of the Pitch With Oren Klaff
30 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of The Art of Charm we are speaking with investor, venture capitalist, and author—Oren Klaff. Oren has raised over $2 billion b...
712: The Like Switch: Dr. Jack Schafer
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest is former FBI Special Agent, author, and professor – Dr. Jack Schafer. In the past, Dr. Schafer has developed spy recruitment techniques, ...
711: The Art of Talking to Strangers
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
“There are no strangers here, only friends you haven’t met yet.” – William Butler Think about it – at one point in time everyone in our live...
710: The Art of Breaking the Ice
02 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This episode kicks off The Art of Charm’s series on Breaking the Ice. After learning The Art of the First Impression - it’s time to dig into how t...
709: Q&A: The Art of Style
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s Q&A Episode wraps up our series on first impressions, and dive into conversation about style and the art of the first impression with tw...
708: The Art of Living - With Jesse Itzler
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode The Art of Charm is honored to welcome back Jesse Itzler. His first podcast ever was The Art of Charm - and in today’s episode ...
707: The Art of Body Language
10 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Whether we’re meeting someone for the first time or trying to elevate ourselves to that next level—body language plays an integral part in our pre...
706: The Art of the First Impression
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We’re not sure why people aren’t responding to us. We think we’re good at reading people. On today’s episode, we are discussing how to make t...
705: AoC Podcast | Don’t Try To Be Funny: The Art of Improv
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Life is improv. There is no script, no directors, no instruction manual for how to be successful. It’s all improvised. So to be good at life, you ha...
704: AoC Podcast | The Bad House Guest: Cognitive Distortions
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Our perception of reality is dependent on our thoughts. So if our thoughts are infected, then our lives will be too. That’s why on today’s episode...
703: AoC Podcast | The Power of Accountability
16 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We all have goals and aspirations, but how many of us take the time to share and vocalize those goals or support our friends as they try to achieve th...
702: AoC Podcast | Brutal Truths Part 2
09 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On last week’s episode, we dove deep into life’s most brutal truths. This week, we are continuing the conversation with Part 2, where we examine m...
701: AoC Podcast | Brutal Truths Part 1
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We all want attention, approval, and acceptance. But we can’t expect others to give us that if we don’t approve of ourselves. Most often, the reas...
700: AoC Podcast | The Myth of Perfectionism
18 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a perfectionist? Or, are you just using that term to justify inaction? Tune into this episode of The Art of Charm to learn what’s at the roo...
699: AoC Podcast | Johnny Interviews AJ
13 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we learned all about AoC co-host Johnny Dzubak (@dzubak). This week, we’re turning the spotlight around to hear the life story of AJ. How ...
698: AoC Podcast | AJ Interviews Johnny
03 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Dzubak (@dzubak) grew up in Greensburg, PA, honed his musical chops in Chapel Hill, NC, and now runs The Art of Charm in Los Angeles, CA with A...
697: AoC Toolbox | High Value Conflict Resolution
26 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There's a fine line between pushy and pushover. In this toolbox episode, we learn 10 ways to maintain resolve and stay high value in personal and prof...
696: AoC Toolbox | Mental Models and Frameworks
17 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mental models and frameworks guide the way we make decisions in everyday life -- but what are they, where do we get them, and how can we make sure we'...
695: AoC Value Toolbox | Leading with Value
07 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In order to welcome high value people into our lives, we have to make sure we're leading with value ourselves. Here's what we can do to make it happen...
694: AoC Value Toolbox | Becoming High Value
28 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Your heroes and role models are probably what most would consider high value people. Listen to this episode of The Art of Charm to learn how to soar t...
693: AoC Value Toolbox | Identifying Low Value Behaviors
20 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you unknowingly exhibit low value behaviors that keep you from connecting with others? Check out this episode of The Art of Charm to identify and r...
692: John Heffron | The Laughs You Deserve
01 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
John Heffron (@JohnHeffron) is a comedian who emerged victorious from the second season of NBC's Last Comic Standing, has appeared in numerous comedy ...
691: Eric Thomas | The Hip Hop Preacher
30 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Thomas (@ericthomasbtc) is a motivational speaker, YouTube personality, podcaster, pastor, director of Breathe University, and author of several ...
690: Allan Pease | Definitive Body Language
25 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Allan Pease (@AllanPease) is an Australian body language expert and co-author of 18 bestselling books on communication who once taught Vladimir Putin ...
689: Leo Babauta | Zen Habits
23 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Leo Babauta (@zen_habits) of Zen Habits shares how he's modified his own behavior to conquer bad habits and create good ones. The Cheat Sheet: Find o...
Fan Mail Friday #150 | Chuck Norris vs. Podcast
19 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. Let...
688: Lewis Howes | The Mask of Masculinity
18 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Lewis Howes (@LewisHowes) rejoins us to discuss his latest book, The Mask of Masculinity: How Men Can Embrace Vulnerability, Create Strong Relationshi...
687: Paul Gilmartin | A Principled Life
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Gilmartin (@mentalpod) is the host and producer of The Mental Illness Happy Hour Podcast, known for his brutal honesty, authenticity, and transpa...
Fan Mail Friday #149 | Meta Electroshock Sex
12 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. Let...
686: Akshay Nanavati | Fearvana
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Akshay Nanavati (@fearvanalife) was on the brink of suicide, but overcame drug addiction, alcoholism, and PTSD from fighting in Iraq with the US Marin...
685: David DeSteno | Emotional Success
09 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
David DeSteno (@daviddesteno) is a professor of psychology at Northeastern University and author of Emotional Success: The Power of Gratitude, Compass...
Fan Mail Friday #148 | Long Distance Feng Shui
05 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. Let...
684: Celeste Headlee | We Need to Talk
04 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Celeste Headlee (@CelesteHeadlee) is the host of On Second Thought at Georgia Public Broadcasting in Atlanta and has been a host and correspondent for...
Fan Mail Friday #147 | Pumpkin Pie for Breakfast
29 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. In ...
682: Steve Sims | Making Things Happen
28 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Sims (@SteveDSims1) is the CEO and founder of Bluefish, an exclusive, members-only luxury concierge service for VIP and executive clients, and t...
681: Christopher Lochhead | Category Design
26 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Christopher Lochhead (@lochhead) is a former entrepreneur, retired Silicon Valley three-time public company CMO, category designer, host of the Legend...
Fan Mail Friday #146 | Don't Dip the Pen in Company Ink
22 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. In ...
680: Ulrich Boser | Learn Better
21 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ulrich Boser (@ulrichboser) is a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress and the author of Learn Better: Mastering the Skills for Success in...
679: Michele Rigby Assad | My Secret Life in the CIA
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Michele Rigby Assad (@michelerigassad) is an international security consultant, trainer, and author of the book Breaking Cover: My Secret Life in the ...
Fan Mail Friday #145 | Less Brutal
15 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. We'...
678: Meg Jay | Supernormal Resilience
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Meg Jay (@drmegjay) is a clinical psychologist specializing in adult development and the author of Supernormal: The Untold Story of Adversity and Resi...
677: Kevin Harrington | As Seen on TV
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Harrington (@HarringtonKevin) is the innovator who invented infomercials, one of the original "sharks" on ABC's Shark Tank, and the co-author of...
Fan Mail Friday #144 | Cracking Knuckles with Brutal Linda
08 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. As ...
676: Susan David | Emotional Agility
07 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Susan David (@susandavid_phd) is a psychologist on faculty at Harvard Medical School, co-founder and co-director of the Institute of Coaching at McLea...
675: Justin Ramsdell | Rotten Psychology
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Ramsdell is a clinical psychologist and an assistant professor of forensic psychology at George Mason University. His current work focuses on l...
Fan Mail Friday #143 | Sidekicks and Socialites
01 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Time for Fan Mail Friday, where we'll be answering your questions and dropping some knowledge and feedback to help you kick the weekend off right. If ...
674: AoC Toolbox | What to Do If You're Stuck
30 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Being stuck isn't a barrier to greatness; it's part of greatness. Here are nine things you can do right now to get un-stuck and on your way to greatne...
673: A.J. Jacobs | It's All Relative
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A.J. Jacobs (@ajjacobs) is a New York Times best-selling author who went on a quest to help build the biggest family tree in history, as detailed in h...