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Welcome to High Performance. Through fascinating conversations with remarkable guests, Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes uncover the secrets behind High Performance and explore how we can all become the best version of ourselves. We focus on uncovering the learnings from top performers in every field, from sport to entertainment, business, health and wellness. No matter where our guests have excelled, they all have first-hand experiences and lessons to share. On High Performance we find out w ...
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The World-Class Coach Leading with Humility, Trust and Belief | Johann van Graan
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Pre-order our brand new book Micro-Habits and use code MICROHABITS26 for 25% off before the launch on 1st January. https://hppod.co/472Og7q Step inside the mind of one of rugby's most respected figures, Bath Head of Rugby Johann van Graan. In this special deep dive into his Essential Habits, Johann reveals the unique system he uses to stay grounded…
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Keely Hodgkinson's "Insane" Year: Using Spirituality to Overcome Injuries & Setbacks (E375)
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Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson returns to High Performance to share the honest reality of life after success, the highs of global recognition, the setbacks of injury, and the emotional toll that comes with chasing greatness. She opens up to Jake and Damian about resetting after disappointment, learning to process frustration without losing focus…
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Stop Chasing Perfection: A Therapeutic Take on Success with Alain de Botton, Philosopher
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Philosopher and bestselling author Alain de Botton invites us to completely rethink what success really means. This profound and therapeutic conversation explores how true high performance isn’t about external achievement, but about realising your unique potential and finding peace within yourself. Alain challenges the obsession with being “special…
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In this football phrase of the week we look at expressions connected to the word 'qualify', including 'claim a spot' after the recent 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The post Weekly Football Phrase: Claim a spot appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By Learn English through Football
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Pressure Management Techniques that Turned Newcastle into Winners, with Dan Burn
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Pre-order our brand new book Micro-Habits and use code MICROHABITS26 for 25% off before the launch on 1st January. https://hppod.co/472Og7q The pressure, the noise, the meaning of the occasion, it had all become too much. Two years later, he returned to the same stadium, the same stage, and this time everything was different. He scored one of the b…
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World #1 Biohacker: Diet Myths, Creatine & How To Actually Live Longer | Gary Brecka (E374)
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The real secret to longevity isn’t found in trendy diets or extreme hacks, it’s in mastering the basics. In this episode, human biologist Gary Brecka shares why the world’s longest-living populations thrive not through keto, paleo, or vegan plans, but by avoiding processed foods altogether. Gary also debunks popular health myths around fasting, car…
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Learn English Through Football Podcast: (to) Bed In
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In this week's football-language podcast we look at Liverpool's start to the season and the key phrase is 'to bed in'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: (to) Bed In appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By grell
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The greatest regrets in life rarely come from failure, they come from never trying. In this episode, Jake and Damian explore the courage to act, joined by insights from Siya Kolisi, Matthew McConaughey, Matt Fraser, and Lee Child. Together, they reveal why preparation, consistency, and self-reliance are the real keys to success. This episode challe…
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How to Spot and Solve Hidden Depression, with Dr Judith Joseph
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Rick Astley's Story: The Trauma That Forced Me On Stage (E373)
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At the height of global stardom, Rick Astley made the decision to step away from fame. In this deeply honest conversation, he opens up about the anxiety and fear that came with constant travel, the unhealthy coping mechanisms it triggered, and why leaving the spotlight was the only way to reconnect with himself. Rick reflects on the drive for finan…
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Learn English Through Football Podcast: To down a team
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In this week's football-language podcast we look at some meanings around the phrase, 'to down a team or an opponent'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: To down a team appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By Learn English through Football
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Matt Fitzpatrick: How Tracking Every Shot Since 15 Built a Ryder Cup Winner
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Matt Fitzpatrick reflects on the mindset and methods that have made him one of golf’s most meticulous competitors. A major champion and relentless learner, Matt has tracked every shot since he was 15, turning numbers into a powerful advantage. In this episode, he shares how he finds an edge when others have more natural power, what winning the U.S.…
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Why Giving Is Actually Good For Your Health, with Richard Osman
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Richard Osman is known for his wit, his bestselling novels, and his sharp eye for detail. But behind it all is a simple guiding habit: tip generously. For Richard, it’s never just about money. Growing up tall and often feeling different gave him a deep sense of empathy, and over time he realised that generosity, whether through money, time, kindnes…
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This week's football phrase is the verb 'to overturn'. This phrase is often used when talking about referreing decisions: eg. awarding penalties, red cards, etc. The post Weekly Football Phrase: (to) Overturn appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By grell
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Roman Kemp: Football’s Role in the Fight for Men’s Mental Health (E372)
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Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50, yet the stigma around mental health still keeps too many silent. In this episode, Roman Kemp opens up to Jake and Damian about his own battles with depression, the devastating loss of his best friend, and why talking openly about suicidal thoughts can save lives. Motivated by personal tragedy, Roman ha…
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Learn English Through Football Podcast: Finisher
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In this week's football-language podcast we look at the meanings around the word, 'finish' in football including finishing and finishers. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Finisher appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By Learn English through Football
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Ryder Cup Rivalry: Through the Eyes of the Winning Captains
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The Ryder Cup is one of the greatest events in sport, where Europe and the United States put aside individual achievement for national pride in one of the fiercest rivalries anywhere. In this episode, European captain Luke Donald joins former captains Paul McGinley and Sam Torrance to share what it really takes to lead under the highest pressure, h…
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The Defining Moment That Changed Usain Bolt's Approach to Failure
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When most people think of Usain Bolt, they see the medals, the world records, the effortless dominance. But his journey wasn’t built on winning, it was built on losing. At the Athens Olympics in 2004, Bolt crashed out in the first round. It was a painful wake-up call, but also the turning point of his career. With the guidance of coach Glen Mills, …
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This week's football phrase is the noun phrase 'a low block'. This phrase can describe how Manchester City played against Arsenal on Sunday. The post Weekly Football Phrase: (a) Low Block appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By grell
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Boris Becker: Surviving Prison, My Truth & Rebuilding Life (E371)
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Boris Becker is one of tennis’s most iconic figures, a prodigy who won Wimbledon at just 17, a champion who reached the sport’s highest peaks, and a man who has faced extraordinary highs and devastating lows both on and off the court. In this episode, Boris reflects on the mindset that drove him to success so early in life, the pressure of living i…
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Learn English Through Football Podcast: Stoppage Time Goal
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In this week's football-language podcast we look at the phrase, 'stoppage time goal' after some late goals in the Champions League this week. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Stoppage Time Goal appeared first on Learn English Through Football.By grell
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Have you ever found yourself saying yes when you really wanted to say no? In this solo episode, Jake and Damian tackle a challenge many of us face, being “too nice” at the expense of ourselves. They unpack the difference between being nice and being kind, showing why true kindness sometimes means honesty, boundaries, and even uncomfortable conversa…
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