Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais

Dive into the minds of the world’s greatest athletes, leaders, thinkers, and doers with Dr. Michael Gervais—a high performance psychologist and world-renowned expert on the relationship between high performance and the mind. Dr. Gervais’s client roster includes Super Bowl winning NFL teams, Fortune 50 CEOs, Olympic medalists, internationally acclaimed artists, and more. On Finding Mastery, Dr. Gervais sits down with the best at what they do, like David Goggins, Brene Brown, Toto Wolff, soccer legend Abby Wambach, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella — translating their life stories, mental skills, and personal practices into applicable tools you can use to unlock your potential. Walk with us to the edge of human possibility and learn what you are capable of. New episodes every Wednesday.

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Every guest on Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais

482 guests, ranked by how many people never want them back.

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   Andrew Huberman

   How the Brain Makes Sense of Stress, Fear, and Courage | Dr. Andrew Huberman · Aug 2020

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   Charan Ranganath

   A Neuroscientist's Guide to Memory: Tools for Remembering Better | Dr. Charan Ranganath · Aug 2024

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   Marc Brackett

   How to Unlock the Power of Emotional Intelligence | Dr. Marc Brackett on the Permission to Feel · Oct 2022

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   Rachel Zoffness

   The Science of Pain: Myths, Truths, and Understanding | Dr. Rachel Zoffness · Jul 2022

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   Colleen Cutcliffe

   How to Optimize Your Gut Health for High Performance | Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe · Nov 2022

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   Seth Godin

   The Psychology of Authenticity | Seth Godin - From The Vault · 2 episodes

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   David Sinclair

   Slowing Down the Aging Process | Dr. David Sinclair · Sep 2019

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   Stephen Porges

   How Social Connection Combats Stress | Psychiatrist, Dr. Stephen Porges · Aug 2021

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   David Epstein

   Author David Epstein on Sports Gene, Curiosity, Self-Discovery · Nov 2017

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    Sonja Lyubomirsky

    The Psychology Of Feeling Loved | Dr Sonja Lyubomirsky · May 2026

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    Arthur Brooks

    The Science of Happiness: Arthur Brooks on Building a Fulfilling Life · Nov 2024

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    Mark Manson

    The Psychology Of Not Giving A F*ck | Mark Manson · 2 episodes

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    Nir Eyal

    The Psychology of Limiting Beliefs | Nir Eyal · Mar 2026

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    Cal Newport

    Why You Should Quit Social Media in 2026 | Cal Newport · 2 episodes

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    Oliver Burkeman

    How is Your Time Management? Breaking Down the Facade of Productivity | Oliver Burkeman · Jul 2022

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    Morgan Housel

    The Only Financial Advice You’ll Ever Need | Morgan Housel · 2 episodes

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    Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

    The Psychology of Inner Peace | Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar · Sep 2026

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    Gary Sinise

    Beyond Lieutenant Dan: Gary Sinise on Love, Loss & Legacy · Nov 2025

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    Tim Ferriss

    Depression Is the Past, Anxiety Is the Future – How to Live in the Present | Tim Ferriss · Aug 2025

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    Anne Morriss

    The Power of Trust and Maximizing Potential | Anne Morriss and Frances Frei · Aug 2021

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    James Clear

    James Clear on The Science of Building Habits That Last | From The Vault · 2 episodes

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    Satya Nadella

    Satya Nadella, Microsoft CEO · May 2018

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    Sam Harris

    The Psychology of Truth In a World of Lies | Sam Harris · Mar 2026

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    Susan Cain

    Find Happiness in Your Melancholy | Susan Cain · Apr 2022

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    Tony Fadell

    Building World-Changing Products, Vision and Success | Inventor of the iPod, Tony Fadell · Nov 2022

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    Donald Hoffman

    Why Our Senses Lie to Us | Dr. Donald Hoffman · Nov 2020

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    Ray Dalio

    Ray Dalio on Success, Failure and Meaningful Work · Feb 2024

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    Jamie Metzl

    The Psychology of The 10 Commandments| Jamie Metzl · 3 episodes

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    Richard Wrangham

    Morality, Aggression, and Human Nature with Dr. Richard Wrangham · Mar 2023

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    Chris Duffin

    The True Meaning of Strength | Chris Duffin · Aug 2022

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    Georges St-Pierre

    Georges St-Pierre, UFC Legend and Two Division Champion · Jul 2019

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    David Eagleman

    Optimize Your Brain For Better Health, Performance And Fulfillment | Neuroscientist, Dr. David Eagleman · Nov 2023

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    Steven Pressfield

    ‘The War of Art’ Author Steven Pressfield on Conquering Fear, Self-Doubt, and Procrastination · Jan 2025

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    Simon Sinek

    You’ll Fail at Love…Until You Realize This | Simon Sinek · 2 episodes

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    Scott Barry Kaufman

    Cognitive Psychologist: Break Free from a Victim Mindset | Scott Barry Kaufman · 3 episodes

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    Vanessa Van Edwards

    Body Language Expert: The #1 Habit That Makes You Unforgettable | Vanessa Van Edwards · Oct 2025

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    Gabrielle Lyon

    Why You’re Aging Faster Than You Think | Dr Gabrielle Lyon · 2 episodes

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    Judd Apatow

    Judd Apatow: "Never Stop Learning and Never Stop Growing" · Apr 2025

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    Malcolm Gladwell

    Malcolm Gladwell On Creativity, Failure, and the Revenge of the Tipping Point · Oct 2024

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    Ryan Holiday

    Why Smart People Make Bad Decisions | Ryan Holiday · 5 episodes

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