Best Damian Lewis Podcasts (2025)

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David Coulthard: From Senna's Seat to Red Bull's Rise | The Story of My F1 Career (E363) 1:06:38

9h ago1:06:38

1:06:38

David Coulthard is a 13-time Grand Prix winner and former F1 driver for Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull. Known for his sharp insights and calm exterior, he’s lived through some of the sport’s most intense moments, on and off the track. In this episode, David opens up about that life-altering day before the Spanish Grand Prix, walking away from wrec…

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James Milner: The Premier League’s Ultimate Pro on Lasting 22 Years at the Top 58:53

4d ago58:53

58:53

James Milner is set to feature in his 24th different Premier League season and has the chance to break the appearance record. In this conversation, he reveals what it really takes to stay at the top. From his decision to not drink alcohol, to the pain of being left out of finals, James shares the mindset and standards that have shaped his legendary…

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The Key Habit Firefighters Use To Make Decisions In A Crisis 22:32

6d ago22:32

22:32

We make thousands of decisions every day, but under pressure, those choices become harder, and more important. When I first came across Dr. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton’s story, what struck me wasn’t just what she’s achieved, it’s how she thinks under pressure. In this episode, I unpack a habit I took from her years on the frontline of the fire service, on…

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Nottingham Forest Captain Ryan Yates on How Their Europa League Dream Came True (E362) 1:24:44

8d ago1:24:44

1:24:44

Ryan Yates is a Premier League midfielder and captain at Nottingham Forest, but his journey started far from the spotlight. From battling for minutes in the National League to walking out at the City Ground as skipper, Ryan’s rise has been built on resilience, hard work, and an unshakable belief in his own potential. In this episode, Ryan reflects …

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What Moneyball Teaches Us About Finding Undervalued Talent, with Author Michael Lewis 40:58

11d ago40:58

40:58

What if the most valuable people in your team are the ones no one’s paying attention to? Michael Lewis, author of acclaimed sports book Moneyball, The Big Short, and his new book Who Is Government? The Untold Story of Public Service — joins Jake to explore how data can reveal hidden talent, challenge gut instinct, and reshape the way we build teams…

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Why You Care More When You Build It Yourself, with Lions' Legend Alun Wyn Jones 24:39

13d ago24:39

24:39

When you think of Alun Wyn Jones, you probably think of leadership, loyalty, and a rugby career built on sheer will. But behind the caps, the tackles, and the intensity, there’s a habit that mattered more than any stat: He built what he believed in, and he protected it like it was his. In this episode, we go beyond the legend to explore the mindset…

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Carlos Sainz: Inside My Ferrari Exit, Red Bull Rumours and Why I Believe In Williams (E361) 53:27

15d ago53:27

53:27

Formula One driver Carlos Sainz has always made bold choices, but none bolder than betting on Williams. In this episode, the F1 star opens up about turning down easier options to join a long-term project led by James Vowles, and why trust, people, and honesty mattered more than numbers or hype. He also addresses the Red Bull rumours head-on, sharin…

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Sarina Wiegman: The Leadership Secrets Powering England Lionesses 28:30

18d ago28:30

28:30

As UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 builds momentum, here is a powerful conversation with England Lionesses head coach Sarina Wiegman, who led the Lionesses to victory at Euro 2022. In this episode, Sarina shares with Jake and Damian the leadership principles that shaped a Euros-winning team, highlighting the power of connection, clarity, and trust. From her…

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The 3-Part Method to Hold the Attention of a Room, with Gary Barlow 30:37

20d ago30:37

30:37

This episode is all about something we don’t talk about enough in high performance, not just how we deliver, but how we’re remembered. When I sat down with Gary Barlow, he talked me through something he calls the Show Graph, a way of shaping emotion and energy through a performance. It’s not about perfection. It’s about creating moments that connec…

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Mark Clattenburg: From Death Threats to Champions League Final "Referees Aren't Seen As Human" (E360) 1:26:23

22d ago1:26:23

1:26:23

Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg has seen it all, from Champions League finals to handling the world’s biggest football stars under immense pressure. But behind the badge is a story shaped by survival, scrutiny, and sacrifice. In this episode, Mark opens up about the mental toll of refereeing, the loneliness that comes with the job, a…

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How to Handle Difficult Conversations 23:15

25d ago23:15

23:15

Avoiding tough conversations might feel easier, but it often holds us back. In this episode, Jake and Damian unpack why leaning into difficult conversations is essential for growth, connection, and real leadership. With insights from guests like James Vowles, Emily Maitlis, Charles Duhigg, and Joleon Lescott, they reveal how feedback, when delivere…

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The Identity Trick Elite Soldiers Use Under Pressure, with Jason Fox 28:31

27d ago28:31

28:31

What if the thing that makes you extraordinary isn’t something you’re born with, but something you choose? In this episode, Jason Fox, former Special Forces operator, bestselling author, and host of SAS: Who Dares Wins, shares the habits that helped him move from feeling unremarkable to performing under extreme pressure. Not because he believed he …

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How Cadillac Are Secretly Building an F1 Superteam: Team Boss Graeme Lowdon (E359) 1:26:15

29d ago1:26:15

1:26:15

Graeme Lowdon is a seasoned motorsport executive best known for co-founding the Marussia F1 Team. In this episode, Graeme dives into the heartbeat of Formula One as the ultimate team game. He shares how success isn’t just about speed or strategy, but about having a diverse group of talented individuals united by a common purpose. Graeme also opens …

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Who are you without your job, role, or title? 24:53

1M ago24:53

24:53

Who are you when the job title drops away? This episode digs deep into the question we often avoid but desperately need to ask ourselves. Jake and Damian dive into the importance of knowing who you are beyond your role, sharing honest and powerful insights from guests like Simon Sinek, Phil Heath, Ali Abdaal, and John McAvoy. They unpack how easy i…

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The Secret to Handling Tough Criticism, with Gordon Ramsay 27:59

1M ago27:59

27:59

When you think of Gordon Ramsay, you probably think of shouting, sarcasm, and one-liners hot enough to sear a steak. But behind the fire is a habit that’s far more important than the volume: He takes feedback professionally, not personally. In this episode, we go beyond the reputation and dig into the mindset that helped Gordon rise, not just to fa…

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Mark Cuban: Shark Tank Entrepreneur on Why You Have No Choice But to Adopt AI (E358) 1:12:48

1M ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, Shark Tank investor, and the outspoken former owner of the Dallas Mavericks. In this episode, he shares how transforming the Mavericks wasn’t just about stats, it was about building a culture. From upgrading hotels to investing in skill development, Cuban shows how leadership and empathy can shape winning t…

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The Harsh Reality of Life Outside the Tennis Elite 35:19

1M ago35:19

35:19

Think pro tennis is all glamour? Think again. In this episode, Jake and Damian sit down with former Irish Tennis pro Conor Niland, who reached a high of No 129 in the world, to explore the untold reality of life on the tour for the 99% of players who never make the headlines. Conor got within one set of playing Federer at Wimbledon and faced Djokov…

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How To Make Fast and Accurate Decisions | The OODA Loop 30:16

1M ago30:16

30:16

Triple H didn’t just dominate in the ring, he learned how to read a room, shift direction in real time, and lead an entire industry by listening closely. In this episode, we unpack the surprising psychology behind his success and explore how the powerful mental model known as the OODA loop (Observe. Orient. Decide. Act.) can help anyone make faster…

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Dan Burn: From Silent Suffering to Rewriting Newcastle’s Story (E357) 1:24:26

1M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

Premier League Defender Dan Burn opens up about the impact of Eddie Howe’s leadership, how genuine communication and taking the time to connect with players makes a difference beyond just tactics. He reflects on the rollercoaster journey from near relegation to competing in the Champions League, and how winning the League Cup wasn’t just about the …

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The Truth About Pressure: What It Builds in You 32:27

2M ago32:27

32:27

Pressure shows up at the front door in broad daylight, stress lurks in the shadows of your own mind. One is the world’s expectation. The other is your own resistance to it. In this episode, Jake and Damian unpack the crucial difference between pressure and stress, and why understanding it can transform how you handle challenges. Drawing insights fr…

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The 90 Second Habit That Can Change Your Life, with Mo Gawdat 34:57

2M ago34:57

34:57

Mo lost his son, Ali, in a tragic and avoidable surgery. It’s the kind of grief that could break anyone. But instead of shutting down, he turned toward the pain, with honesty, logic, and a question that changed everything: Can we train ourselves to be happy, even after heartbreak? One insight stood out: the 90-second rule. According to Mo (and back…

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Sam Allardyce: From Relegation Hero to England’s Fall Guy - What It Taught Me 1:18:32

2M ago1:18:32

1:18:32

Sam Allardyce is one of English football’s most seasoned and straight-talking managers, known as much for his no-nonsense attitude as for his deep understanding of the game. With a career spanning decades, he’s led clubs like Bolton, West Ham, and Everton, and even had a brief but infamous spell as England manager. In this episode, Big Sam opens up…

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How to Stop Letting People Put You in a Box 29:40

2M ago29:40

29:40

You don’t have to be who the world tells you to be, and sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is step outside the box others have put you in. In this episode, Jake and Damian dive into the idea of breaking free from the labels others place on us, and the ones we place on ourselves. Through compelling reflections and lessons from guests like…

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Muhammad Ali’s Leadership Habit That Set Him Apart 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

Undefeated boxing champion and entrepreneur Laila Ali takes us ringside, then into the heart of what it means to belong. In this episode of Essential Habits, we uncover the deceptively simple practice her father, Muhammad Ali, modeled again and again: looking after the person no one else notices. Through Laila’s stories, from waiting in queues of a…

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Dominic Calvert-Lewin: My Story on Being Misunderstood, Judged, But Resilient (E355) 1:20:49

2M ago1:20:49

1:20:49

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a Premier League striker known for his athleticism, drive, and key role at Everton FC. But beyond the goals and headlines, he’s also faced a tough road of injuries, personal setbacks, and intense pressure. In this episode, Dominic opens up about some of his lowest moments, times when injury left him feeling broken and lost.…

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