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Modern Wisdom

Modern Wisdom

By: Chris Williamson
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Life is hard. This podcast will help. Lessons from the greatest thinkers on the planet with Chris Williamson. Including guests like David Goggins, Dr Jordan Peterson, Naval Ravikant, Sam Harris, Jocko Willink, Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Julie Smith, Steven Bartlett, Ryan Holiday, Robert Greene, Matthew McConaughey, Alain de Botton, Alex Hormozi, Tony Robbins, Chris Bumstead, Mark Manson and more.Chris Williamson Hygiene & Healthy Living Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Forgotten War Heroes Who Changed The World - The Fat Electrician - #1165

    Forgotten War Heroes Who Changed The World - The Fat Electrician - #1165
    19 Oct 2026
    The Fat Electrician (aka Nic Freitas) is a military veteran, comedian and YouTuber. Expect to learn why we don’t promote war heroes anymore and what most heroes have in common, behind the stories of Logan Westin, Pappy Gun, and other not well-known heroes of past wars, what the most hardcore animals in military history were, whether it is possible to have war heroes anymore, and much more… Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/deals⁠ Timestamps: (00:00) What Does the Fat Electrician Actually Do? (01:50) Where Have America’s War Heroes Gone? (09:46) What Do History’s Greatest Heroes Have in Common? (13:57) The Forgotten Heroism of Logan Weston (33:49) How Logan Weston Became a Green Beret (37:07) Does Modern Warfare Have Room for Heroes? (41:39) Why Did WWII Veterans Stay Silent? (53:12) The Rebellious Pappy Gunn (01:07:52) Why WWII Heroes Were Built Different (01:10:48) Why Britain Refuses to Embrace Air Conditioning (01:18:20) Britain’s Craziest Military Inventions (01:22:48) Did the Allies Try to Feminise Hitler? (01:28:06) The Most Hardcore Animals Ever Used in Warfare (01:39:12) Why the Battle of Trenton Changed America (01:44:25) What Everyone Gets Wrong About Bravery (01:47:42) Why America Really Wants Greenland (01:51:32) The Forgotten Jobs That Win Wars (01:55:55) The Incredible Story of Sniper Ed Eaton (02:11:32) Is It Intimidating to Cover Someone Who’s Still Alive? (02:18:42) Why the Fat Electrician Is Writing Kids’ Books (02:26:38) The Journey Behind Neutonic (02:34:49) The Genius of Lunchables (02:46:43) Where to Find the Fat Electrician Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/books⁠ Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: ⁠https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom⁠ Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Goggins⁠ #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Peterson⁠ #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Huberman⁠ - Get In Touch: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast⁠ Email: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/contact⁠ - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 48 min
  • Father Of Quantum Computing: How To Think Like A Genius - David Deutsch - #1164

    Father Of Quantum Computing: How To Think Like A Genius - David Deutsch - #1164
    17 Oct 2026
    David Deutsch is a British physicist, a pioneering researcher in quantum computation, and author. Expect to learn how David has changed his views on the limits of human potential in recent years, why people should have an optimistic view of the world, which current problem most people are unnecessarily pessimistic about right now, what the largest issues are in modern education, why AGI will not pose a great threat to humans, what makes for a good life and much more… Sponsors: Get a Free Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular flavours with your first purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom Get 160+ lab tests for just $365 and save an extra $25 at https://functionhealth.com/modernwisdom Get 15% off your first order of my favourite Non-Alcoholic Brew at https://athleticbrewing.com/modernwisdom Get a free bottle of D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, and more when you first subscribe at https://ag1.info/modernwisdom See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/deals⁠ Get ChatGPT to explore ideas, solve problems, and learn faster at ⁠https://chatgpt.com Timestamps: (00:00) How Is Knowledge Created? (04:19) Do We Misunderstand Being Wrong? (10:01) Why We Should Never Aspire to Be Certain (21:29) Will We Ever Solve the Fermi Paradox? (23:53) Is Optimism the Most Rational Worldview? (28:41) Why Does Pessimism Masquerade as Sophistication? (31:42) Should We Be Afraid of AI? (37:27) Why LLMs Can’t Take Over the World (44:08) What Is Creativity? (48:05) Is Our Education System Built on a Mistake? (53:35) How Should We Reinvent Education? (55:27) Can Too Much Discipline Hold You Back? (01:03:24) The Philosophy Behind a Good Life (01:09:16) What Is David Working On? Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/books⁠ Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: ⁠https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom⁠ Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Goggins⁠ #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Peterson⁠ #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Huberman⁠ - Get In Touch: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast⁠ Email: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/contact⁠ - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 12 min
  • 9 Harsh Truths No One Wants To Admit - Shaan Puri - #1163

    9 Harsh Truths No One Wants To Admit - Shaan Puri - #1163
    15 Oct 2026
    Shaan Puri is an entrepreneur, former CEO, podcaster and an angel investor. Sponsors: Get 35% off your first subscription on the best supplements from Momentous at https://livemomentous.com/modernwisdom Get up to $350 off the Eight Sleep Pod 6 at https://eightsleep.com/modernwisdom Sign up for a free trial from Shopify at https://shopify.com/modernwisdom Get up to $50 off the RP Hypertrophy App at https://rpstrength.com/modernwisdom See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/deals⁠ Get ChatGPT to explore ideas, solve problems, and learn faster at ⁠https://chatgpt.com Timestamps:(00:00) How the Economy Targets Vulnerability (05:42) Why You Should Adopt the ABZ Method (12:06) Is Asking for Advice Just Asking for Permission? (20:26) The Battle Between Courage and Fear (24:17) Is Your Environment Holding You Back? (33:15) Why You Should Listen to Your Obsessions (42:21) Don’t Keep Your “Iron John” in the Cage (55:51) How to Go From Good Boy to Great King (59:21) Why Finding Success Creates More Work (01:12:26) The Hidden Cost of Greatness (01:24:25) The Ultimate Test of a Successful Relationship (01:36:49) What’s Next for Shaan? Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/books⁠ Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: ⁠https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom⁠ Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Goggins⁠ #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Peterson⁠ #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: ⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Huberman⁠ - Get In Touch: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast⁠ Email: ⁠https://chriswillx.com/contact⁠ - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 38 min
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I thought I would quickly cover all the life lessons he has to offer, but I find myself discovering new insights all the time.
Chris has a talent for broadening our minds and introducing us to the ideas of diverse thinkers, which only makes us more open-minded. I also have to admit that he knows how to choose his guests and is probably the first to learn from them.

Message to listeners: you won't learn from every episode, but I guarantee that some are tailor-made for you.

Message to Chris: thank you for what you offer. I also want to acknowledge what a good and clear speaker you are. Keep up the good and inspiring work.

So SO SO Good

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It's funny how some people keep being interesting. Chris is one of them. And his guests of course! Cheers and kudos.

always interesting

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