Best Alex Ikonn Podcasts (2025)

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Dr Federica - The Exposome Effect: How Your Environment Reprograms Your Body 1:01:25

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How much of your health is shaped by your genes — and how much by everything around you?In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Dr. Federica Amati, nutrition scientist, public health researcher, and author of The Exposome Effect, sits down with Alex Ikonn to reveal how everything we touch, see, breathe, and eat impacts our wellbeing. From li…

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Mike Chang - The Spiritual Awakening of YouTube’s First Fitness Star 45:19

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What happens when the most famous “six-pack abs guy” on YouTube walks away from everything; fame, money, business — to find real happiness? In this raw and eye-opening conversation, Mike Chang, founder of Flow 60 and one of the original YouTube fitness stars, sits down with Alex to share the truth behind his transformation from chasing external suc…

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Zen Takai, 16th-Generation Samurai – The Five Elements, Intuition, and Modern Leadership 45:57

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What does it really mean to be a samurai today? In this grounded, practical conversation, I sit down with Zen Takai—a 16th-generation samurai—to unpack how ancient warrior wisdom translates into modern life: avoiding conflict, cultivating balance, training intuition, regulating emotion, and leading with stillness and service. We explore: • Why “fig…

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Dr. Jack Kreindler on Human Performance, Longevity, and the Science of Flourishing. 1:22:26

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What does it really mean to live longer—and better?In this deep and inspiring conversation, I sit down with Dr. Jack Kreindler, a physician, physiologist, and performance scientist who’s worked with elite athletes, founders, and some of the world’s most high-performing individuals. As the founder of Well Founded, Dr. Jack blends cutting-edge scienc…

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Tony Fadell – iPod Inventor, iPhone Co-Inventor, Nest Founder & Author of Build. 44:53

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How do you go from a kid in Detroit with a box of tools to building the iPod, co-creating the iPhone, and selling your company Nest to Google for $3.2 billion?In this rare, deeply personal conversation, I sit down with Tony Fadell—legendary builder, investor, and author of Build—to unpack the true mindset behind innovation, the real price of succes…

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Luuk Melisse - Make It Ugly: How Movement, Surrender & Sacred Rage Can Heal Your Life 59:24

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Why are we so afraid to feel? To cry, to scream, to get ugly?In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, I sit down with Luuk Melisse—former professional dancer and co-founder of Sanctum, a global movement experience blending ancient spiritual practices with modern sound, ritual, and raw expression.We talk about:• Why we’ve been conditioned to su…

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Jon Corne - From Barista to $600M Revenue: AG1’s Growth Secrets 43:37

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What does it take to scale a health startup from $10M to over $600M in annual revenue? In this deep-dive conversation, I sit down with Jon Corne former Chief Marketing Officer at AG1 (Athletic Greens)—to unpack the real story behind the rise of one of the most recognised brands in wellness today.Jon shares:• How he went from barista and accountant …

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Steve Varsano - Inside the Minds of the Ultra-Wealthy - Secrets from the Jet Business Guy 45:05

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What really separates the ultra-wealthy from everyone else? Is it luck, timing, or something deeper—an unshakable way of seeing the world?In this fascinating and candid conversation, I sit down with Steve Varsano—founder of The Jet Business, the world’s first street-level showroom for private jets, and a man who has spent decades advising and negot…

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I Deserve This: Redefining Worth, Power, and Womanhood with Asma Khan 55:04

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In this deeply moving episode of The Intelligent Change Podcast, I sit down with the extraordinary chef, activist, and warrior spirit Asma Khan—founder of London’s iconic Darjeeling Express and star of Netflix’s Chef’s Table.Born the “second daughter” in a society that mourned her existence, Asma shares how rejection, patriarchal norms, and early t…

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The Truth About Our Breakup: What Really Ended Our Marriage 2:06:04

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What happens when two people build an entire life together—businesses, a family, a global following—and still choose to separate? In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Mimi and I sit down for the first time since our conscious uncoupling to talk about the truth behind our separation after 16 years together. From meeting as young dreamers in Toronto…

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Joe De Sena: Why Comfort Is Killing You: Lessons from the Founder of Spartan Race 43:04

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Why Comfort Is Killing You | Joe De Sena, founder of Spartan Race In this powerful episode of Intelligent Change, I sit down with Joe De Sena, founder of Spartan Race and Tough Mudder, to uncover what it truly takes to build grit, resilience, and a purpose‑driven life in a world obsessed with comfort.We recorded this right after doing 100 burpees a…

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Peter Crone: How to Break Free from the Stories That Secretly Run Your Life 49:26

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What if the only thing holding you back isn’t the world around you… but the stories you’ve been telling yourself? In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, I sit down with Peter Crone—the globally renowned “Mind Architect”—to explore how we can break free from the unconscious patterns that shape our stress, limit our potential, and quietly s…

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Alex Ikonn pt.II - The Real Life 4-Hour-Work-Week 48:24

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Alex is the founder of Intelligent Change - the company behind the Five Minute Journal, the Productivity Planner and other wellbeing products designed to promote purpose and wellbeing. Alex made his first millions creating 'Luxury Hair' and was one of the early adopters of the 4 hour work week lifestyle. In part 2 of this series we discuss how Alex…

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David Ghiyam: The Secret to Manifesting the Life You Want 1:08:04

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What if everything you’ve been told about success is wrong? That suffering isn’t a requirement—and burnout isn't proof you’re doing it right? In this deeply raw and powerful conversation, I sit down with David Ghiyam—entrepreneur, spiritual teacher, and co-founder of MaryRuth Organics, the #1 liquid vitamin company in the world—for a soul-stirring …

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Ep 200 - Spencer Matthews - Exploring Our UNTAPPED Human Potential. 1:06:23

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Spencer Matthews is a former reality tv star, turned elite athlete, the founder of Clean Co and a father of 3. I met spencer nearly 5 years ago and loved recording such a pivotal episode for this show with him. Enjoy this powerful conversation! https://www.takeflightworld.com/

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Alex Ikonn - From Loss to Love 59:33

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Alex is the founder of Intelligent Change - the company behind the Five Minute Journal, the Productivity Planner and other wellbeing products designed to promote purpose and wellbeing. Alex made his first millions creating 'Luxury Hair' and was one of the early adopters of the 4 hour work week lifestyle. In part 1 of this series, we discuss Alex ha…

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I quit. The final episode? 12:02

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Millions of downloads, 400+ episodes and 7 years, it's time for a break. -------- Sign up to Wise Business banking: ⁠⁠⁠https://wise.com/uk/business/⁠⁠⁠ Join Vanta and receive $1000 off: ⁠⁠⁠http://vanta.com/secretleadersBy Leaders Media

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Ali Gordon - Moving Beyond Ego & Limitations 1:03:20

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Ali Gordon is a fashion and lifestyle creator who has largely shaped the 'influencer' space. He is also a great friend and it's the third time we've spoken on the podcast - so much has changed! We discuss rebranding, from a business perspective and personal perspective among many other things. Enjoy!…

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The 5 Minute Secret to Changing Your Life ｜Alex Ikonn, The 5 Minute Journal 1:32:15

6M ago1:32:15

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What if the secret to happiness, clarity, and success took just 5 minutes a day? In this episode, we sit down with Alex Ikonn — co-founder of the viral sensation The Five Minute Journal, used by the likes Emma Watson, Tim Ferriss, and millions of others. From being fired at a bank to building a 7-figure business and redefining personal fulfillment,…

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Meet the CEO Bill Gates backs to beat Tesla: Alex Kendall, Wayve.AI 1:14:45

6M ago1:14:45

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In this episode of Secret Leaders, we sit down with Alex Kendall, co-founder & CEO of Wayve AI — the $1B+ British startup taking on Tesla in the race to build a driverless future. From raising $1.05 billion from Microsoft, SoftBank, and NVIDIA, to reimagining cities with AI-powered vehicles, Alex shares how his company is changing how we live, comm…

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Ali Gordon - Rebranding & Personal Growth 1:04:09

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Ali Gordon is a fashion and lifestyle creator who has largely shaped the 'influencer' space. He is also a great friend and it's the third time we've spoken on the podcast - so much has changed! We discuss rebranding, from a business perspective and personal perspective among many other things. Enjoy!…

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Designing the Future of Wellbeing: A Conversation with Özgür Cengiz 14:45

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Join Özgür Cengiz, Global Director of Wellbeing Development for JOALI, as he shares insights on how JOALI BEING is redefining luxury wellness in hospitality. From rising wellness trends and multigenerational travel to shaping the Maldives’ wellness economy through global partnerships, discover how visionary thinking is guiding the future of wellbei…

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Matchroom CEO on Business of Conor Benn v Chris Eubank Jr & Signing Anthony Joshua ｜ Frank Smith 1:38:28

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From pouring tea to billion-dollar deals — Frank Smith's rise to CEO of Matchroom Boxing is nothing short of legendary. In this exclusive podcast, Frank opens up about building global stars like Anthony Joshua, sealing game-changing partnerships with DAZN, and navigating boxing’s Saudi-powered evolution. We dive deep into: The making of Connor Benn…

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Lessons From A Female Billionaire Business Founder ｜Christina Cacioppo, Vanta 1:03:30

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What does it take to go from thinking "I’m not the type to start a company" to building a $2.5B startup that serves over 10,000 businesses? Christina Cacioppo, founder & CEO of Vanta, shares her raw and remarkable journey in this episode of Secret Leaders In this candid interview, we dive into Christina’s path from Stanford to Silicon Valley royalt…

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59 - How To Embrace The Messiness of Healing (feat. Yasmine Gould) 38:37

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Do you feel like sometimes your life is really messy... and other times it's really clean? Healing is a journey with ups and downs, and this weeks guest is here to help us get our houses in order. Yasmine Gould is a renowned life alchemist and coach who works with clients to help them explore their trauma and live fully in a resolved state. On this…

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The Millionaire Chef Who HUSTLED His Way To A $50M Empire｜Tom Kerridge 1:25:34

7M ago1:25:34

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Discover how Tom Kerridge went from washing dishes to building a £40M hospitality empire. In this episode of Secret Leaders, we dive into the raw truth behind restaurant success (and failure), why most places don’t make it, and how Tom hustled his way to the top—without any business background, investors, or MBA. Pre-order Tom’s new book: "The BBQ …

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How One Simple AT&T Ad Changed Internet History Forever 15:15

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From the first banner ad in 1994 to programmatic mobile ads, the internet as we know it was built on one thing: advertising. In this explosive episode of Secret Leaders, we break down the untold story of how ads didn’t just fund the web—they engineered it. You will learn: The birth of banner ads with AT&T’s legendary 44% CTR Google AdWords’ rise an…

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58 - What To Do When Dating Someone Doesn’t Work Out (feat. Caroline Middelsdorf) 35:46

7M ago35:46

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Are you tired of dating disappointments and feeling like you keep attracting the wrong partners? On this week's episode of King of Hearts, Chiara is joined by psychologist and coach Caroline Middlesdorf to shed a light on the roots of our romantic patterns and how to date more mindfully. Drawing from attachment theory, Caroline explains how our chi…

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The CEO on a Mission to end Your Credit Card Debt｜Philip Belamant, Zilch 1:20:15

7M ago1:20:15

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Is this the man who could end the global credit card crisis? In this explosive episode of Secret Leaders, we sit down with Philip Belamant, the visionary founder of Zilch — the UK fintech unicorn that’s rewriting the rules of credit, debt, and how we pay. Most people know Zilch as a "Buy Now, Pay Later" app — but it’s way more than that. It’s an in…

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Why Toxic Men Become CEOs (and How to Stop It) 10:52

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You've seen them—the red-faced, power-tripping, emotionally disconnected CEOs barking orders while morale sinks. But how did we get here? And more importantly… how do we fix it? This isn't just another workplace rant—it's a deep dive into the dark psychology of leadership, the gendered traits that dominate boardrooms, and the systemic bias that kee…

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57 - Reading Your Dating Confessions! 30:48

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We love diving into your wild dating confessions on King of Hearts, and Chiara is back (for the first time in forever!) with an episode dedicated to your anonymous stories. From scandalous tales of cheating, awkward date scenarios and unexpected revelations about sexuality, Chiara hosts this judgement-free zone filled with honesty and self-awarenes…