The Rich Roll Podcast

From Celebrated Pop Star to Olympic Hopeful: Cody Simpson On Chasing Big Dreams, Finding Himself & Lessons Learned From Sport & Stage

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine a young singer-songwriter of global acclaim—someone like Justin Timberlake or Shawn Mendes. Except this star also happens to be an elite ath...

Build The Life You Want: Arthur C. Brooks on Happiness, Transcendence & Creating Greater Life Satisfaction

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone wants more happiness in their life, but most pursue it incorrectly, mistakenly believing it can be found in places like the promotion or the ...

Steven Bartlett on Mastering Business & Life: Outside The Box Lessons On Mindset, Ambition, Vulnerability & What Matters Most

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re going to deep deep into the world of business leadership and personal development with a truly extraordinary person—entrepreneur, reno...

Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen On The ‘Chaos Era’ Of Social Media & The Future of Public Discourse

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Determined to bring transparency and accountability to Big Tech, in 2021 Frances Haugen risked everything to blow the whistle on Facebook. She copied ...

The Unspoken World of Male Body Dysmorphia: Ultrarunner Tim Tollefson's Journey To Healing

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We tend to think professional athletes live perfect, charmed lives. Genetically gifted, they effortlessly conquer physical challenges with confidence,...

Master of Change: Brad Stulberg On Rugged Flexibility & The Neuroscience Of Expectations

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From global disruptions to individual life changes, transformation—both good and bad—is happening constantly. Here to offer us a path for embracin...

Osher Günsberg Is Back After The (Psychotic) Break

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Even in the darkest moments, there exists the potential for redemption, rebuilding, and the reclamation of one’s life. Today’s guest is a living e...

A World Champion Athlete & Oscar-Nominated Writer on Mindset, Performance & Persistence

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With over 400 triathlons to her name, today's guest Lesley Paterson is a 3x XTERRA Triathlon World Champion and 2x World Triathlon Cross Champion. But...

Food Is Medicine: Christopher Gardner, PHD On Using Diet To Prevent Disease

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here to guide us toward an evidence-based, rational model for nutritional health and teach us how to distinguish good nutrition science is one of the ...

ROLL ON is… ON! (+Chris Evans)

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Roll On’—the semi-regular version of the podcast where we ramble on matters of interest across culture, sports, art, literature, pol...

Baratunde Thurston On Social Media Perils, Institutional Distrust & Why Empathy Is The Solution To Our Political Divide

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's podcast guest is Baratunde Thurston—an Emmy-nominated writer, comedian, and cultural critic focused on the intersection of tech, democracy, ...

Kai Lenny: The World's Most Versatile Surfer On Adventure, Risk, & Turning Fear Into Fuel

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kai Lenny is the greatest and most versatile waterman the world has ever known. A Maui-born and bred athlete of extraordinary skill, he pushes the bou...

Tim Ferriss Is Changing His Mind: Mental Health, Psychedelics, & Transcending Productivity

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A relentless experimenter and master of productivity, Tim Ferriss is the mega-best-selling author of The 4-Hour Work Week, Tools of Titans, and Tribe...

Judd Apatow On Comedy, Creativity, And Embracing Your Inner Weirdo

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most acclaimed filmmakers of his generation, today Judd Apatow graces the podcast to discuss his fascinating perspective on filmmaking, sto...

Spiritual Minimalism, Purpose, & Living A More Fulfilling Life With Light Watkins

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Light Watkins is an expert meditation and spiritual teacher who gave up all his earthly possessions five years ago (save what he could fit into a smal...

Decoding Transformation: Contrary Action Is The Engine of Evolution

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the first questions I was asked when I found myself in a treatment center for alcoholism was: do you want to change? Most sane individuals in ...

Heal Your Gut: Dr. Alan Desmond On Optimizing Your Microbiome Through Plants

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As rates of chronic disease continue to rise, What should I eat? has become one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves. Here to help us ...

Elite Endurance Athlete Cam Wurf On Sustainable Training Strategies And How To Unlock Your Athletic Potential

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The shapeshifter of elite endurance sports, today’s guest is by far one of the world’s most remarkable all-around athletes. Meet Cam Wurf, an Aus...

Built To Move: Kelly & Juliet Starrett On Functional Strength, Mobility, And Falling In Love With Movement

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we move with ease? Maintain flexibility as we age? And how do we counteract the physical effects of technology dependence, sedentary living, an...

A Masterclass On Movement & Mobility

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Movement is inherent to our nature. It’s not a chore, a box to tick, or an obligation—we’re born to physically connect with the world around us ...

Do The Work: NBA Superstar Chris Paul On Mastery, Mentorship, Leadership & Sustained Excellence

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Paul is one of the greatest basketball players of all time: a 12-time NBA All-Star, an All-Star Game MVP, 2-time Olympic gold medalist. NBA Rook...

The Multiplicity of the Mind: Dr. Richard Schwartz On A Systems Approach to Healing the Self

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we become more integrated and healed humans? Answering these questions is the life’s work of today’s guest Dr. Richard Schwartz, a psychoth...

Guru Singh Is The Master Of Change: Spiritual Tools For Positive Self-Growth

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle up because today, we are jetting across the universe, exploring metaphysical truths big and small, and getting granular on the spiritual laws o...

The Elite Ironman Who Survived a Mid-Race Heart Attack: Tim O'Donnell on Mental Fitness, His Brush with Death & Finding Joy In Training

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not all heart attacks are fatal. But when your heart’s left anterior descending artery becomes 100% blocked, the result is a massive heart attack kn...

Creativity, Self-Discovery, & 'Slip': Zoe Lister-Jones Is Reinventing Hollywood

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Zoe Lister-Jones: a writer, producer, director, and actor you likely already know from her many film and television appearances, recent guest Zach Bra...

ROLL ON: Ask Me Anything

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to an old-school style of ‘Roll On’—the semi-regular version of the podcast where we ramble on matters of interest across culture, sport...

Optimize Your Gut to Fight Disease With Tim Spector

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Hippocrates said, food is medicine. But what food specifically for which person? Under what particular circumstances? And when? Thanks to some ast...

Neil Pasricha: Cultivate Happiness & Live An Awesome Life

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone wants to be happy—but why does it feel so complicated? Today’s guest believes happiness lives in the small, simple, and often overlooked ...

Decoding Transformation: Presence Is The Residence of Potential

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why can some people change and others cannot? What are the determining variables that spark growth and expansion? Transformation—the how, when, and ...

Darin Olien On The Toxic Products That Are Destroying Your Health (And The Planet)

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest has a name for the pernicious ways in which the many products we routinely use are actually harming us in very real but often invisibl...

Excellent Advice For Living: Kevin Kelly On Wealth, AI, Optimism, & The Future

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here to give us necessary life essentials is skilled navigator of uncertain times, Kevin Kelly. For those unfamiliar, Kevin is the co-founder of Wire...

Zach Bush, MD’s Beautiful Vision For Human & Planetary Evolution

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are approaching a significant tipping point for human and planetary health. Despite the breakneck pace of innovation and technology striving to sol...

ROLL ON: Travel In The Age of Climate Change

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Travel allows you to experience different cultures, broaden your perspective, and gain a deeper appreciation for the world around you. But there is no...

Rainn Wilson Is Calling For A Spiritual Revolution

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our post-modern culture has largely dismissed faith and spirituality as a collective pursuit. But today’s guest has a different perspective. He argu...

Lisa Damour, PhD On The Emotional Lives of Teenagers

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Adolescence has always been a difficult phase of life, but today’s teenagers are navigating a world that is vastly different from any generation bef...

Log Off, Turn In, & Tune Up

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I reflect on our evolving and complicated relationship with the digital world, the importance of logging off, investing in analog exp...

Senator Cory Booker On Unity, Hope & Healthy Food For All

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Senator Cory Booker is the former mayor of Newark, New Jersey, a 2020 presidential candidate, and currently a leading voice in the United States Senat...

Open The Pod Bay Doors, Sydney

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does the advent of artificial intelligence portend for the future of humanity? Is it a tool, or a human replacement system? Today we dive deep in...

Zach Braff Is Processing Pain Through Art‎

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all face difficult experiences at some point in our lives: loss, grief, disappointment—feelings that can be overwhelming, confusing, and even par...

Unlocking the Science of Longevity with Peter Attia, MD

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we explore science-backed truths behind healthspan extension and healthy aging with Dr. Peter Attia. Peter is a graduate of Stanford School of ...

4,000 Kilometers On Foot: Nedd Brockmann’s Epic Run Across Australia

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine running 2,500 miles across Australia, in some of the most brutal conditions on Earth, in under 50 days. This is the remarkable story of today’...

Julie Piatt On Soul Evolution, Sacred Embodiment, and Falling In Love With Yourself

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is our soul’s purpose here on planet earth? How do we catalyze experience into evolution? And how do we discover who we really are? To help us ...

What Is Consciousness? Philip Goff On The Nature of Reality & The Science of Mind

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is consciousness? Where does it come from? What happens to consciousness when we die? And what is the nature of reality? It’s time to ask the b...

John Pearson: Modeling Healthy Masculinity With The First Male Supermodel

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to be a good man? Furthermore, how do we combat toxic masculinity? And how do we find purpose in aging? Today we explore these topic...

Finding Peace; A Meditation Masterclass

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all want to find peace. We all want to experience contentment. And most of all, we all want to be happy. So why are these states so elusive? From r...

Fueling Performance With Play: Ultra-Runner Mike Wardian On Crushing World Records & Work-Life Balance

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet ultra-legend Mike Wardian. From running seven marathons in seven days on seven continents to running across America, Mike has accomplished a stag...

Robert McKee On The Art of Story & Why Stories Matter

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Robert McKee is a modern Aristotle of story and master of the form who wrote the definitive book on the subject, called, of course, STORY. Robert is a...

Roll On Re-Entry: AMA on Addiction, Lifestyle Change, & A New Format

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 2023 season premiere of ‘Roll On’, the version of the podcast where we indulge in some good-natured banter and ramble on matters of...

Big Wave Legend Garrett McNamara On Chasing 100ft+ Waves

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet legendary big wave king Garrett McNamara. Garrett is an internationally recognized big wave surfer who commanded global attention by surfing on...

How To Live An Ethical Life With Moral Philosopher Peter Singer

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest has dedicated his life to answering these questions with actionable, sustainable solutions. Meet the world’s most influential living...

Steven Pressfield: Battle Resistance, Master Your Craft, & Pursue Your Calling

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here to wax poetic on all things creativity, battling resistance, and answering your calling is wise master of the creative process Steven Pressfield...

Chef Babette: Fit at 72, Self-Love & Life Transformation Through Food

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A force of nature, Chef Babette is the chef and owner of Stuff I Eat, a plant-based restaurant in Inglewood, California. After weathering an extremely...

Rick Rubin: Modern Master Of The Creative Act

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An absolute icon of modern music whose influence on culture has been nothing short of titanic, Rick Rubin is one of the greatest music producers of al...

Coach of The Norwegian Train: Olav Aleksander Bu On The Science of Elite Performance

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The co-founder of the companies Santara tech and Entalpi, Olav is a sports scientist and elite coach who helped to devise a protocol of testing and...

Seth Godin On Creativity, Embracing Failure & Spreading Big Ideas

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest wants to give you the tools to get started, overcome creative blocks, and get your work into the hands of the people you most want to ...

Special Forces Operators On Mindset, Veteran Mental Health & Extreme Challenges

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

My friend, coach, and frequent podcast guest Chris Hauth is joined by former Navy SEAL Ryan “Birdman” Parrott and former US Army Special Forces Al...

The Best Of 2022: Part Two

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As 2022 comes to a close and a new year beckons, we are presented with an opportunity to reflect on the past twelve months. Explore new aspirations. A...

The Best Of 2022: Part One

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the year comes to a close, I want to take some time to appreciate the unbelievable library of conversations we’ve recorded over the last 12 month...

Prophets Walk Among Us: Stories From Our Listeners Part II

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last year, we debuted a new episode dedicated to compilations of stories sent in by our listeners. The result was Prophets Walk Among Us: Stories fro...

Mel Robbins On Healing Anxiety, Marriage Therapy, & Igniting Transformation

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back for her second drop on the podcast (her first being RRP #630) is my friend, Mel Robbins. Mel is the mega-bestselling author of The 5 Second Rul...

Born To Run Free (For a Lifetime) with Christopher McDougall + Eric Orton

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Reaching your athletic peak is a laudable goal. But ambition extracts a physical and mental cost. How do you break free from cycles of burnout and inj...

Dan Buettner On The Lost American Diet

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. is one of the most prosperous nations on the planet—and yet, our country has never been more unhealthy. Here to offer us a fact-based presc...

Kyle Gillett, MD: Hormones & Holistic Health Habits

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers, signaling a slew of physiological processes, including your metabolism, mood, sexual function, and more...

A Masterclass On Plant-Based Nutrition

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the past year and a half, we’ve been creating quarterly episodes centered on a singular theme offered as an RRP Masterclass. These compilation e...

Whitney Cummings Is Doing The Work

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whitney Cummings is a stand-up comedian, writer, actor, producer, and podcaster. You may know her from one of her five hilarious stand-up specials, he...

Tony Riddle's Natural Lifestyle Philosophy For Optimum Health, Happiness & Vitality

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here to rewild us and reconnect us to that which is most essential is barefoot ultra running phenom Tony Riddle.  Returning for his 2nd appearance ...

Roll On: What A Decade of Podcasting Has Taught Me About Life

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 2022 season finale of ‘Roll On’, our semi-bi-weekly version of the podcast where we indulge in some good-natured banter and ramble ...

Casey Neistat's Unrelenting Pursuit Of Interestingness

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here today fourth appearance on the podcast—(his last appearance was nearly eight years ago) is the godfather of YouTube, Casey Neistat. One of th...

The Ant-Viral Gut: Robynne Chutkan, MD On Optimizing Immunity & Preventing Disease From The Inside Out

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Multiple studies now confirm a dramatic link between the health of our microbiome and our ability to combat viral illness. Today we explore this conne...

Gordo Byrn on Making A 1000 Day Plan, Small Promises, The 5:2 Rule, & Designing Your Best Life

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s panoply of role models, rare is the story of an everyman transforming his life wholesale—then sharing his process openly and honestly w...

Gustav Iden & Kristian Blummenfelt: Lessons From The Norwegian Train Reign

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are professionals. There are Olympians. But rare is the athlete who is so entirely and utterly devoted to sport in mind, body, and soul, that th...

Dr. David Spiegel On Mind-Body 'Tranceformation' Through Hypnosis

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a conversation about the science, neurobiology and use cases for clinical hypnosis with the world’s leading researcher and clinician in the ...

Julie Piatt On Why The Heart Will Never Fail You

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you navigate transformation? What does it mean to live with integrity? And why is it important to cultivate intuition? Joining me today to gra...

François D'haene: The Ultra Spirit on Competition, Winemaking & Running Mountains

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Meet François D’Haene. One of the greatest (some say the greatest) ultra-distance trail runners in the world, French superstar François is a f...

A Tribute To Hilaree Nelson

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday, September 26th, Hilaree Nelson—one of the world’s most accomplished ski-mountaineers and adventure athletes—tragically passed away wh...

John McAvoy: From Life Sentence to Life of Purpose

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re someone who actually believes that people don’t change, prepare for a major mindset shift.Meet John McAvoy. Returning for his 2nd appe...

Mastering The Mystical: A Deep Dive On Spirituality

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For too long, the growing body of evidence showing that a spiritual practice is associated with better health and wellbeing has been dismissed by stoi...

Never Quit Before The Miracle: The Story of Anvil

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Meet the masters of resilience. 80’s metal trailblazers: Anvil. For those of you who bristle at the thought of heavy metal, set aside that resistan...

Paul Conti, MD: Face & Heal The Trauma That Dictates Your Life

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Paul Conti is a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his training at Stanford and Harvard, where he served as Chief Re...

Roll On: Life Lessons Learned From 10 Years of Podcasting

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Roll On’, the semi-bi-weekly version of the podcast where Rich Roll & Adam Skolnick indulge in some good-natured banter and ramble on ...

Max Fisher: How Social Media Rewired Our Brains (+ Our World)

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Max Fisher is a New York Times investigative reporter, Pulitzer Prize finalist, and author of the vitally important book: 'The Chaos Machine: The Insi...

Dr. Gabor Maté On How Trauma Fuels Disease

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the most health-obsessed society ever, all is not well. At the root lies a sleeping giant: unhealed trauma. Here to help us further explore this p...

From Prison Guard to Endurance Star: Ken Rideout on Mindset, Non-Negotiables & Self-Accountability

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The heart and soul of this podcast is personal transformation—and today’s story of metamorphosis is one of the most compelling, improbable, and in...

Roll On: The Medium Is The Magnet

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to ‘Roll On’, the semi-bi-weekly version of the podcast where we ramble on matters of interest across culture, sports, art, literature, po...

Susan Cain On The Great Ache That Binds Us

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you one of those people that finds solace and comfort in rainy days or melancholy music? It’s not quite sadness. It's more like longing. A beau...

Forging The Future: Ari Wallach on The Longpath Mindset, Telos & Transgenerational Empathy

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We as a global society currently face challenges—some of which are existential in nature—that simply cannot be solved with the mindset, institutio...

Centenarian Mike Fremont On Longevity Secrets, Breaking World Running Records & How To Thrive

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we explore health, fitness, longevity & the pursuit of meaning through the lived experience of a human who has been walking planet Earth for a f...

Heidi Zuckerman: Why Art Matters

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What defines art? What makes one an artist? What does art teach us—and why does it matter? To help us make sense of a world elusive to many, today ...

Peter Attia, MD On Becoming a Centenarian Decathlete, Metabolic Health & All Things Zone 2

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Healthspan extension may pique your interest. But it’s the obsession of today’s guest, a physician and engineer focused on the applied science of...

Colin O’Brady & Jenna Besaw On Possible Mindsets, K2 Perils & 12-Hours Walks

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

World-record setting adventure athlete and New York Times bestselling author Colin O’Brady returns for his fifth appearance on the podcast (RRP 207...

Roll On: Everything Roll On

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After a brief hiatus, the boys are back with a classic "old school" edition of 'Roll On', the version of the podcast where we ramble on matters of int...

Malcolm Gladwell Is Lord Of All Things Overlooked and Misunderstood

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the limits of human performance? How can we reimagine sport to boost lifelong adoption? And what is the athlete’s role in moving culture f...

Robin Arzón On Turning Doubt Into Determination & Plateaus Into Launching Pads

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Robin Arzón -- the inspiring and highly energetic self-proclaimed ambassador of sweat and swagger is back for her fourth appearance on the podcast. ...

Valter Longo PhD: Fasting & Nutrition Protocols for Longevity & Disease Prevention

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to fasting, how do you parse fact from fiction? How do nutrition and lifestyle choices make or break disease? And how do we eat to liv...

Camille Herron: Crushing World Records, Narrowing The Gender Gap, And The Power of Happiness

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

She collects world records with wild abandon. With each race, she narrows the gender gap, rewriting the rulebook on human capability with a broad smil...

A Longevity Masterclass: Emerging Science & Timeless Wisdom of Healthy Aging

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our fourth masterclass episode where we share big truths from some of my best podcast guests, honing in on a single theme or subject matter...

Lisa Bilyeu: Transcend the Purgatory of the Mundane

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here to illuminate truths big and small on all things self-confidence, relationships, mindset, and more is entrepreneur turned author Lisa Bilyeu. L...

Steve Magness: Do Hard Things — The Science of Resilience

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A cornerstone of this podcast is exploring why we should all Do Hard Things—which just so happens to be the title of today’s guest’s latest boo...

Roll On: Guns, Liberty & Responsibility (+ Sen. Cory Booker)

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another edition of ‘Roll On’, wherein Rich Roll and journalist & author Adam Skolnick riff on matters of interest across sports, cultur...

Irish Gangster Richie Stephens’ Guide to Sobriety‎ (and Second Chances)

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Drug trafficker. Kidnapper. Alcoholic. Addict. Gang member. International criminal turned sober screen star. Richie’s story is also the subject of ...