Feel awkward in interviews or freeze up when the spotlight hits? Emmy-winning journalist and communication coach Bill McGowan reveals the biggest mistakes even top performers make—and how you can avoid them. Learn how to speak memorably, redirect tough questions with grace, and deliver your message with clarity and confidence every time.

Bill McGowan is the Founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group and a two-time Emmy Award–winning journalist. He’s the bestselling author of Pitch Perfect: How to Say It Right the First Time, Every Time and Speak, Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience. Bill is the top global communications advisor to leaders across tech, business, entertainment, and media, including founders of Amazon, Meta, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Airbnb. His communication training has helped professionals at the highest levels deliver their message with clarity, confidence, and impact.

WHAT’S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Coaching High Performers in Media Training

02:50 Preparing for Media Interviews Effectively

06:11 The Art of Brevity in Communication

08:54 Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety

11:50 The Importance of Storytelling

15:13 Avoiding Clichés in Communication

18:02 Injecting Humor and Levity into Presentations

20:51 Understanding Energy in Communication

35:06 The Power of Energy in Communication

39:26 The Magnificent Seven: Tools for Effective Communication

43:13 The Importance of Engagement and Attention

49:55 The Art of Preparation and Practice

57:10 Navigating AI and Authentic Communication

01:05:46 Creating Memorable Analogies and Stories

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Feeling stuck of off track? Psychic medium Matt Fraser reveals the hidden signs that you're out of alignment with your soul's purpose. Discover how to reconnect with your inner guidance, understand your spiritual team, and avoid the biggest regrets from the other side.

Matt Fraser is America's Top Psychic Medium, a New York Times Bestselling author of Don't Wait Till You're Dead, and star of E!'s hit series 'Meet The Frasers.' He has conducted thousands of readings worldwide and performed at sold-out events, helping reconnect people with spirits of loved ones who have passed. Matt has appeared on NBC, ABC, Bravo, CNBC, E! News, and The Kelly Clarkson Show, and has been featured in The New York Times, People, USA Today, and Daily Mail. His messages of hope, comfort, and healing have touched countless lives, establishing him as one of today's most gifted and authentic psychic mediums.

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Tina Wells wrote six books in three years. How does she write so consistently? And more importantly, how can you? Listen now to learn why process matters more than talent, how to make time for personal projects, and the one thing every successful writer needs. Plus, you’ll get the writing prompt Tina always uses to get her words flowing.

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What if winning in life meant more than just trophies and titles? In this inspiring episode, performance coach Jim Murphy reveals the powerful mindset shift that helped his world-class clients find peace, purpose, and record-breaking success. Whether you're an athlete, executive, or everyday high-achiever, this conversation will change how you think about what it means to be successful.

Jim Murphy is a world-renowned performance coach for elite athletes and executives, and the author of Inner Excellence. From the MLB to the Olympics, Jim’s powerful methods have helped world champions and top performers unlock confidence, clarity, and their best results under pressure. Through his Inner Excellence framework, Jim teaches how to train the mind for peak performance — and live a life filled with joy, purpose, and peace.

WHAT’S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 – What Happens When Your Dream Dies?

02:53 – Rebuilding Your Life After Hitting Rock Bottom

08:15 – The Radical Move That Transformed Jim’s Life

12:05 – Why High Performance Alone Isn’t Enough

16:30 – Are You Self-Centered or Self-Aware? The Real Key to Confidence

19:56 – The Hidden Virus Sabotaging Your Happiness (Affluenza Explained)

27:49 – The 3 Worlds We All Live In — And How to Master Them

32:36 – Jim’s 3 Must-Have Beliefs for Growth

34:04 – The 3 Pillars for a Powerful Life

36:45 – How to Give 100% (Even When You Feel Empty)

40:20 – Jim’s Daily Mental Training You Can Start Today

54:01 – Breaking Free from Performance Identity

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They told him it would never work. But Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph trusted his gut — and turned his “crazy” idea into a 100 billion dollar company anyway. Now, with more than 40 years in business and 7 successful start-ups under his belt, Marc’s sharing his insider secrets with you. Listen now and learn the Netflix Secret to turn your ideas into reality, no matter what the critics have to say.

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Multi-million dollar toy creator Azhelle Wade shares the pricing, pitching, and strategy secrets to turn your weirdest ideas into best-selling products.

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Looking for the secret of happiness? Interested in the science of longevity? Dan Buettner is the man to follow. He’s written 4 New York Times bestselling books after researching “Blue Zones” — regions of the world where people live longer, happier and healthier lives and what they do differently. In this episode Marie interviews Dan about the world’s happiest people, and he shares what you can do to improve your day-to-day life, no matter where you live and what you do.

Lasting happiness is something that everyone can create.

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What if everything you’ve been taught about money is wrong? In this real talk conversation, bestselling author and financial expert Ramit Sethi reveals why buying a house might be the worst investment you can make — and what to do instead to build real, lasting wealth. You’ll learn how to stop “playing small” with your money, avoid common financial traps, and start making confident, aligned decisions about your rich life.

Ramit Sethi is the New York Times bestselling author of I Will Teach You To Be Rich and the new book, Money For Couples. He’s host of the hit Netflix show How To Get Rich, and one of the most trusted voices in personal finance. Through his bold advice and step-by-step systems, Ramit has helped millions break free from shame, ditch $3 money questions, and finally feel confident about their financial future.

WHAT’S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 — 90% of couples don’t know this ONE thing about their money

02:47 — Why most people feel dumb about money (and how to fix it)

06:04 — “He’s the money person.” Why gender still shapes your financial life

09:01 — Hate your debt? Here’s how to stop the shame spiral

11:51 — The $3 fight that’s ruining your financial future

14:49 — The wrong way to talk about money with your partner

18:09 — One spender, one saver? How to stop the fights for good

20:51 — “Money doesn’t grow on trees” — how childhood beliefs keep you broke

41:38 — The mindset shift that’ll grow your wealth and your relationships

52:14 — Want to make money online? Watch this first

1:03:07 — Why most entrepreneurs suck at delegating (and what to do about it)

1:08:12 — How to build steady income in an unpredictable world

1:20:47 — What does YOUR rich life look like?

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