Best Kelly – Personal Growth Essentials Podcasts (2025)

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#812: The Random Show — New Health Gadgets, Tim’s Latest Adventures, How to Drink Less, Zen Retreats, AI + Your Genome, and Colonoscopy Confessions 2:08:47

12h ago2:08:47

2:08:47

Welcome to another wide-ranging "Random Show" episode I recorded with my close friend Kevin Rose (digg.com)! We cover dozens of topics: from the cutting edge of health tech to pro-tips for colonoscopies; AI; adventures in Japan and Taiwan seeking out perfect coffee and tea; tips for drinking less alcohol; powerful documentaries like 32 Sounds and b…

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1131. Keeping the Faith: A New Era for Faith & Family-Fueled Business Growth 16:37

3d ago16:37

16:37

What if the strength you need to grow your business isn’t found in strategy, but in your spiritual life? In this special episode, Kelly announces the launch of a brand-new series within The Kelly Roach Show: Keeping the Faith. These episodes will explore the powerful intersection of faith and entrepreneurship, offering practical encouragement and s…

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1130. From Drowning CEO to Visionary Leader: How John Briggs Scaled His Business with Faith, Family & Strategy 53:48

7d ago53:48

53:48

What does it really take to scale a business from 7 to 8 figures – without sacrificing your family, faith, or sanity? In today’s powerful case study, Kelly sits down with longtime Legacy Leaders client, John Briggs, founder of a tax and accounting firm with over 250 team members. John opens up about his journey from overwhelmed entrepreneur to visi…

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#811: 2x Olympic Archery Medalist Jake Kaminski — Lessons Learned and Mantras Used After 1,000,000 Arrows 2:50:06

8d ago2:50:06

2:50:06

Jake Kaminski is a two-time Olympic silver medalist in archery and a longtime member of the US Archery Team. He runs a successful YouTube channel, writes training guides, and develops high-performance gear under the Kaminski Archery brand. Sign up for the Kaminski Archery Backyard Championship here. Sponsors: Helix Sleep premium mattresses: https:/…

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Boiling Point – The Collapse That Changed Everything, with Justin Maffett 34:26

8d ago34:26

34:26

I had a budding career as an attorney. I was making more money than I knew how to spend. I was living in the Upper East Side. Everything looked promising. On paper, it seemed like Justin Maffett had achieved the life he'd always wanted, but instead of enjoying it, he felt trapped in a career that was making him miserable. Then in 2020, COVID lockdo…

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1129. Battling Doubt & Building a Business That Lasts 26:41

10d ago26:41

26:41

Selling is a little harder right now, so let’s talk about it. In this episode of The Kelly Roach Show, we're getting real about what it takes to build a business that lasts – especially during seasons of doubt, disruption, and downturns. We’re unpacking the 3 biggest breaking points that cause business owners to lose hope, step away from their purp…

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1128. Unlocking Your Business Growth Edge: Attachment Styles, Self-Healing & Sustainable Success with Thais Gibson 22:37

14d ago22:37

22:37

In this eye-opening conversation, Kelly sits down with Thais Gibson, founder of The Personal Development School, to explore how your attachment style could be influencing everything from your leadership effectiveness to your emotional resilience and business growth. With over 35,000 students across 107 countries and a background in neuroplasticity …

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#810: Terry Real — The Therapist Who Breaks All The Rules 1:55:08

14d ago1:55:08

1:55:08

Terry Real is a nationally recognized family therapist, author, and teacher. His book I Don't Want To Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression, the first book ever written on the topic of male depression, is a national bestseller. His new book, Us: Getting Past You & Me to Build a More Loving Relationship is a New York Times b…

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1127. Urgency vs. Longevity: The Secret to Long-Lasting Business Growth 18:13

17d ago18:13

18:13

If you're stuck in a cycle of burnout, constantly hustling without making real progress, or if you're struggling to achieve the big goals your vision demands, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly dives deep into a critical distinction every entrepreneur must master: knowing when to act with urgency and when to pac…

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1126. How to Cultivate Rich Relationships That Multiply Your Impact, Sales & Business Growth with Selena Soo 52:25

21d ago52:25

52:25

What if the most overlooked growth strategy in your business wasn’t another ad campaign, funnel tweak, or team hire – but a relationship? In this week’s episode, I’m joined by longtime friend and powerhouse publicity expert Selena Soo, who just released her brand-new book, Rich Relationships. Selena has built a multi-8-figure business and forged ov…

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#809: The 4-Hour Workweek Tools That Still Work — The Art of Refusal and The Low-Information Diet 1:20:31

22d ago1:20:31

1:20:31

This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features two of the most i…

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1125. 5 Smart Ways to Monetize Your Podcast Without Relying on Sponsors For Sales & Business Growth 16:04

24d ago16:04

16:04

Ready to maximize the ROI from your podcast… without littering it with ads? In this solo episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly shares 5 proven strategies to help you start, grow, and monetize your podcast more effectively. Whether you’re just getting started or already have an established show, these actionable tips will show you how to turn your …

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1124. From Burnout to Business Growth Breakthrough: Slowing Down to Speed Up with Nikki Sharp 29:40

28d ago29:40

29:40

What if slowing down is the secret to breaking into your next level of business growth? In this deeply personal and powerful episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly sits down with internationally known transformational coach, bestselling author, and wellness expert Nikki Sharp for a heartfelt conversation on healing, evolving, and rediscovering purp…

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#808: Stephen West — From High School Dropout to Hit Podcast, and from Stocking Groceries to Reading Philosophy for a Living 1:44:59

29d ago1:44:59

1:44:59

Stephen West is a father, husband, and host of the Philosophize This! podcast. Sponsors: Gusto simple and easy payroll, HR, and benefits platform used by 400,000+ businesses: https://gusto.com/tim (three months free) Momentous high-quality supplements: https://livemomentous.com/tim (code TIM for up to 35% off) Eight Sleep’s Pod 4 Ultra sleeping sol…

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The Breakout Introduces Hotter Than Ever, with Erin Keating, Featuring Dr. Keri and Kelly 1:06:19

29d ago1:06:19

1:06:19

Join us for a bonus episode this month, as we share Keri and Kelly's appearance on Hotter Than Ever, with Erin Keating! Summary Is entrepreneurship truly a solo journey, or would you rather start a business with a friend? For Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther, co-founders of the leadership and HR consultancy the Abbracci Group and co-hosts of “Th…

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#807: In Case You Missed It: March 2025 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show" 45:53

30d ago45:53

45:53

This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel for the episode and guest. Based on your feedback, this format has been tweaked and improved since the first recap episode. For instance, listeners sugges…

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1123. Why You’re Stuck in Business & The 4 Sales Strategies to Reignite Business Growth 13:50

1M ago13:50

13:50

You are not doing everything to grow your business. In this tough-love episode, Kelly Roach delivers a powerful reminder that growth in business requires honesty, ownership, and the courage to challenge our own limiting beliefs. Whether you're in your first year or your fifteenth in business, this conversation will help you reflect on the hidden na…

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1122. Optimizing Entrepreneurs’ Time with God’s Principles for Business Growth with Lissa Figgins 25:55

1M ago25:55

25:55

What if you stopped asking “What time is it?” and started asking “What is it time for?” In today’s episode, Kelly sits down with Lissa Figgins – speaker, coach, and host of the Redeem Her Time Podcast – for a powerful conversation on how faith-driven entrepreneurs can align their use of time with God’s principles for exponential growth. Lissa break…

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#806: How Rich Barton Built Expedia and Zillow from $0 to $35B — Audacious Goals, Provocation Marketing, Scrabble for Naming, and Powerful Daily Rituals 2:25:01

1M ago2:25:01

2:25:01

Rich Barton is the co-founder and co-executive chairman of Zillow, a company transforming how people buy, sell, rent, and finance homes. Before Zillow, Rich founded Expedia within Microsoft in 1994 and successfully spun the company off as a public company in 1999. He served as president, CEO, and board director of Expedia and later co-founded and s…

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1121. The Best Sales Strategy in a Recession: Understanding How Market Shifts Impact Business Growth Decisions 24:49

1M ago24:49

24:49

If it feels like your sales strategy isn’t working like it used to, you're not imagining it. A lot of business owners are getting stuck after years of doing the same thing over and over again. In this episode, Kelly breaks down why selling in 2025 looks dramatically different – and what you need to do about it. She explains how consumer behavior ha…

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1120. How to Lead Your Team Through Restructuring Without Sacrificing Business Growth or Culture with Jenni Catron 26:48

1M ago26:48

26:48

What does it take to lead your team through massive shifts – without losing momentum, morale, or the mission? In this episode, Kelly is joined by leadership expert Jenni Catron, a former executive leader at major brands like Zondervan and Menlo Church, and the founder of The 4Sight Group. Together, they unpack what it really means to lead with clar…

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#805: Philip Goff — Exploring Consciousness and Non-Ordinary Religion, Galileo's Error, Panpsychism, Heretical Ideas, and Therapeutic Belief 2:16:13

1M ago2:16:13

2:16:13

Philip Goff is a professor of philosophy at Durham University. His main research focus is consciousness, but he is interested in many questions about the nature of reality. He is most known for defending panpsychism, the view that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous feature of the physical world. He is the author of Galileo's Error: Found…

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Reimagining the Possible – The Art of Change with Dr. Tasha Golden 32:14

1M ago32:14

32:14

“I often say that creativity is rooted in refusal. That you refuse to accept that the world as it is, is just fine as it is, because you recognize that the world as it is can be altered”. Dr. Tasha Golden wants everyone to see the extraordinary power in creativity. Tasha is a behavioral scientist, and a leading expert in how creativity drives tran…

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1119. The Sales Strategies That Tripled Our Launch Conversions in Q1 (Without Spending More on Ads) 19:10

1M ago19:10

19:10

If you want to improve your launch performance, convert at higher rates, and spend less on ads – this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. We are breaking down the two key changes our team made in Q1 that tripled our Live Launch conversion rates. We’re unpacking the exact tweaks that made all the difference – including the surprising experiment …

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1118. Building and Selling a Multi-Million Dollar Brand with Jaclyn Johnson 22:22

2M ago22:22

22:22

Most businesses never truly monetize – let alone exit. But Jaclyn Johnson did it twice before the age of 35. First, she sold her initial business, and then she scaled Create & Cultivate into a multi-million-dollar brand before successfully exiting. In this episode, Jaclyn breaks down exactly how she built a thriving community, turned it into a busi…

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#804: Robert Rodriguez, The Wizard of Cinema Returns — The "Fear-Forward" Way of Life, How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Learning to Love Limitations, and Counter-Intuitive Parenting That Works 1:44:15

2M ago1:44:15

1:44:15

Robert Rodriguez is a film director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor, and composer. Rodriguez has written, produced, directed, and edited a series of successful films including El Mariachi, Desperado, From Dusk Till Dawn, the Spy Kids franchise, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Frank Miller’s Sin City, and many more. Robert recently laun…

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1117. The Art and Science of Business Reinvention for Rapid Business Growth 18:08

2M ago18:08

18:08

Business growth in a 2025 economy requires agility, innovation, and reinvention. And even though reinvention is a necessary component of sales growth and expansion, it is one of the most complex challenges that entrepreneurs face. Whether you’re feeling misaligned with your current business model, struggling to adapt to economic shifts, or simply s…

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#803: Craig Mod Returns — Epic Walks in Japan, The Art of Slowness, Digital Detox, Publishing “Impossible” Books, and Choosing Beauty Over Scale 2:28:54

2M ago2:28:54

2:28:54

Craig Mod Returns! Craig is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and more. Sponsors: Shopify global commerce platform, providing tool…

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1116. How Educators Can Build 7-Figure Businesses with Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas 32:30

2M ago32:30

32:30

As an educator, you are not simply tied to the classroom – there are so many opportunities for you to build massive wealth for you and your family. In this episode, Kelly Roach sits down with Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas, a former school principal turned 7-figure business owner, to discuss how educators can leverage their skills to build thriving busine…

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#802: Craig Mod — The Real Japan, Cheap Apartments in Tokyo, Productive Side Quests, Creative Retreats, Buying Future Freedom, and Being Possessed by Spirits 2:15:49

2M ago2:15:49

2:15:49

Craig Mod is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and more. Sponsors: David Protein Bars 28g of protein, 150 calories, and 0g of suga…

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1115. Trusting God's Plan: Embracing God’s Redirection in Business Growth and Life 17:03

2M ago17:03

17:03

Today, I’m sharing a deeply personal story of one of the most heartbreaking moments in my career – one that left me questioning everything. But through the grief and uncertainty, God showed up in an undeniable way, revealing a greater plan I never could have orchestrated on my own. This episode is all about the power of trusting God’s redirection, …

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#801: In Case You Missed It: February 2025 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show" 44:40

2M ago44:40

44:40

This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel for the episode and guest. Based on your feedback, this format has been tweaked and improved since the first recap episode. For instance, listeners sugges…

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1114. How to Leverage Storytelling for Increased Sales and Business Growth with Matthew Dicks 26:16

2M ago26:16

26:16

What if you could effortlessly stand out in a crowded market, connect deeply with your audience, and drive sales on a daily basis? Storytelling expert Matthew Dicks joins us on today’s episode to break down why mastering storytelling is one of the most powerful skills for business leaders, marketers, and entrepreneurs – and how you can start using …

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#800: Ev Williams — The Art of Pivoting (e.g., Odeo to Twitter), Strategic Quitting, The Dangers of Premature Scaling, Must-Read Books, and More 1:03:37

2M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

Ev Williams is the co-founder of Mozi, a new social network that helps you connect in person with the people you care about. Over the past 25 years, Ev has co-founded several companies that have helped shape the modern internet—including Blogger, Medium, and Twitter. This episode was recorded live at Diggnation, where digg.com was relaunched. Go to…

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1113. How a Trust-Building Offer Can Skyrocket Your Sales and Multiply Business Growth 16:00

2M ago16:00

16:00

What if you had a paid audience of raving fans – people who eagerly engage with your content, show up for your live streams, and want to buy everything you offer? That’s exactly what a trust-building offer can do for your business. In today’s episode, Kelly Roach reveals the #1 strategy that’s transforming the way entrepreneurs sell in today’s slow…

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1112. The Power of Smart Investing: How to Build Wealth with Strategy and Purpose with Lynn Kitchen 38:43

2M ago38:43

38:43

Financial literacy is a necessity when it comes to creating success and security for yourself, your business, and your family. In this episode, we sit down with Lynn Kitchen, an expert investor and financial mentor, to talk about strategic wealth-building, smart investing, and financial empowerment. Lynn shares the core principles of successful inv…

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#799: Richard Taylor and Greg Broadmore, Wētā Workshop — Untapping Creativity, Stories from The Lord of the Rings, The Magic of New Zealand, Four Tenets to Live By, and The Only Sentence of Self-Help You ... 2:23:16

2M ago2:23:16

2:23:16

Richard Taylor is the co-founder and creative lead at Wētā Workshop, which he runs with his wife and co-founder Tania Rodger. Wētā Workshop is a concept design studio and manufacturing facility that services the world’s creative and entertainment industries. Their practical and special effects have helped define the visual identities of some of the…

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“I Didn’t Want to Be a Patient” – How to Take Control of Your Body, with Kim Rahir 33:29

2M ago33:29

33:29

“I really fought against this identity of being a patient - being someone who's just expected to wither away and to rely on doctors”. When Kim Rahir was hit with a life-altering diagnosis, she knew she needed to take control. After a terrifying episode of paralysis, she learned that she had Multiple Sclerosis - and her life changed dramatically. …

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1111. How to Build and Lead an Autonomous Team That Scalse Your Business Growth to $10M+ 17:00

2M ago17:00

17:00

One of the biggest questions I get is, "How did you build such an incredible team?" The truth is, it didn’t happen by accident – it was built by design. If you want a team that can sell, market, and serve without you being involved in every detail, this episode is for you. Today, I break down exactly what it takes to build an autonomous, self-led t…

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1110. How to Take a 4-Week Vacation While Maintaining Business Growth with Dr. Sabrina Starling 26:50

3M ago26:50

26:50

What if you could step away from your business for 4 weeks and return to find it thriving? In this episode, Kelly interviews Dr. Sabrina Starling, a psychologist-turned-business-coach, on how to create a company that operates and grows without you. They dive into the mindset shifts, strategic hiring practices, and leadership frameworks necessary to…

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#798: Terry Real — Breaking the Rules of Traditional Couples Therapy for Superior Results, A Few Frameworks That Work 40:59

3M ago40:59

40:59

For this episode, I’m doing something a bit different. I’m featuring five chapters from the audiobook Fierce Intimacy by Terry Real. What you will hear in this episode will help you identify both your and your partner’s losing strategies in relationships, and help you move from disharmony to repair. Terry is the creator of Relational Life Therapy, …

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1109. 5 Ways Faith Will Elevate Your Leadership and Business Growth Success 17:59

3M ago17:59

17:59

Faith isn't just a personal belief – it’s a powerful leadership tool. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 ways that prayer and deepening your faith life will strengthen your leadership, reduce stress, and give you the courage to grow your business with confidence. From my own journey of integrating faith into my business to the tangible shifts I’ve expe…

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1108. Turning Your Book into a Scalable Business with Jasmine Womack 29:57

3M ago29:57

29:57

How effective is writing a book if you don’t turn it into a new revenue stream? In this episode, Kelly Roach sits down with bestselling author and business coach Jasmine Womack to discuss how entrepreneurs can leverage their expertise, write a book, and turn their message into a scalable movement. If you’re looking to multiply your impact, build au…

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Stuck Happens – The Truth about “Stuckness” and What to Do About It, with Deanna deBara 32:47

3M ago32:47

32:47

“You can't think your way out of a body problem…You have to address what's happening in the body and the brain before you can actually take those steps forward”. Deanna DeBara knows all about feeling “stuck”. And, if you're a human navigating life right now, you probably do too. Being stuck is that odd sense of not wanting to stay where you are, bu…

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#797: Dr. Keith Baar, UC Davis — Simple Exercises That Can Repair Tendons (Tennis Elbow, etc.), Collagen Fact vs. Fiction, Isometrics vs. Eccentrics, JAK Inhibitors, Growth Hormone vs. IGF-1, The Anti ... 1:59:22

3M ago1:59:22

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Dr. Keith Baar is a Professor at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Physiology and Membrane Biology. During his Ph.D. studies, his research revealed that mechanical strain on muscle fibers activates the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway, a crucial regulator of muscular hypertrophy. Subsequently, he studied…

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