From Escaping the Holocaust to Building a Billion Dollar Empire - The Life and Mindsets of Dame Stephanie Shirley
Dame Stephanie Shirley built a billion-dollar tech empire from her kitchen table in the 1960s, pioneered remote work before anyone knew what Wi-Fi was, and discovered the psychology behind turning survivor's guilt into unstoppable motivation.
This isn't some feel-good story about "everything happens for a reason." It's a masterclass in how your brain can rewire trauma into resilience. Stephanie shows us that the experiences that nearly destroy us often contain the exact ingredients we need to build something extraordinary.
Reframe your biggest setbacks as your competitive advantage—they teach you what "real problems" actually look like
Use constraints to spark creativity—Stephanie's limitations forced innovations that changed entire industries
Transform guilt into contribution—the antidote to feeling unworthy is making others' lives better
About Dame Stephanie Shirley
Wikipedia - Steve Shirley
Website - SteveShirley.com
Book - Let It Go
NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation
Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights.
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Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to the Growth Mindset Podcast
02:22 A Journey from Nazi Germany to England
04:17 Adjusting to a New Life in England
06:31 Overcoming Survivor's Guilt and Depression
06:47 The Role of Compassion and Philanthropy
07:11 Seeking Help and the Tavistock Clinic
09:15 Challenges and Innovations in Remote Work
10:31 Pioneering Software Development
15:50 Women in the Workforce and Gender Equality
19:01 The Impact of Global Crises on Society
21:30 The Future of Technology and Global Solutions
23:00 The Universal Impact of Viruses and Environment
23:22 Opportunities in Space Exploration
24:31 Striving for a Fairer World
25:09 Adopting a Learning Mindset
25:49 Leading a Spiritual Life
27:31 Managing People Effectively
28:36 The Importance of Enjoying Work
29:07 Advancements in Autism Research
35:20 Innovative Tech Ideas
38:37 The Kindness of Foster Parents
39:24 Reflecting on the Podcast Episode
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Lessons, Paradoxes and Hard Questions For Building an Authentic Life
We chase alignment with our purpose, values, passions but can sometimes get a little lost on the way.
Life has a scary habit of passing us by in a rush and Sam has just turned 35 years old and feeling very philosophical about the whole thing.
We take a tour of some of the big problems in society people struggle with and the paradoxes that make them difficult.
From waning attention spans to political chaos or the lenses and mindsets that we view life with. Sam weaves together some of the hottest topics into coherent discussions on how we can be who we want to be in a changing world.
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Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflection
00:32 Lessons from the Past Year
01:49 The Paradox of Authenticity
04:36 Personal Growth and Transformation
06:05 Nostalgia and Self-Realization
08:25 Balancing Gratitude and Ambition
10:12 Overcoming Overwhelm in Big Projects
12:44 The Dopamine Dilemma
16:07 Emotions and Entitlement
17:44 The Political Divide
20:27 The State of Modern Content
22:04 Critique of Content Creation
23:20 The Impact of Dopamine-Driven Content
25:29 Lenses to view life with
26:41 Midlife Reflections and New Beginnings
31:22 The Value of Taking Action
31:44 The Importance of Memories
34:01 Embracing Randomness and Serendipity
35:55 Final Thoughts and Birthday Wishes
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12 Questions For Meaningful Relationships - How to go deep w/ Topaz Azides
You know that Stupid questions = Stupid answers. It's the same for boring questions. If you want to live a meaningful life with space for personal growth and connection with those around you.
The answer is fantastic questions.
Questions that help you understand yourself better and your partner.
Questions that lead to conversations where you really see each other deep down at a human to human level.
Topaz Azides, is an Emmy-winning director who spent a decade analyzing 1,200 couples to understand why some thrive while others stall. He discovered that humans are "answering machines"—we can't help but respond to the prompt in front of us. He crafted 12 questions that act like rocket fuel for connection, moving you from small talk to the conversations you're secretly desperate to have. This isn’t about cheesy one-liners; it's a practical framework for reframing your mindset:
Learn why our brains are hardwired to answer any question, and how to use this quirk for psychology-driven growth.
Discover how to use arguments to build psychological resilience and make your relationship stronger, not break it.
Embrace the idea that every moment is unique and discover how to treat it that way, fostering cognitive flexibility in your interactions.
Topaz Azides
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Growth Mindset Psychology:
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Humans are obsessed with questions
03:18 What does a growth mindset mean
03:52 Architecting Experiences
04:03 Lessons from creating 12 questions
07:58 do people compete to say better answers
10:03 Finding new dimensions
11:36 The process of creating 12 questions for love
11:36 What is the and
11:36 How and why did they change specific question elements
15:24 Humans are answering machines
17:51 Other great question
20:09 The power of being articulate
22:17 the power of attention
24:14 Question loops
26:17 Chapters of life
27:56 Pre-interview questions
30:06 Dangers of quick fixes - should a relationship be allowed to end
35:30 Cultural or regional variations
38:18 Playing the 12 questions game
38:30 Daily practices or habits for sustaining a relationship
41:50 Showing to kids that communication is important
42:13 How to stay positive
47:01 Future projects
49:42 Reflections
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A Curios Thing About Your Ego (and 3 ways to turn it down)
The ego is more unruly than you think. We dissect how it works and how to make it work for you.
When you don't watch it carefully your brain will trick you into thinking it knows things it doesn't. This can lead to all sorts of disasters.
Learn 3 ways that your ego get's in the way of real growth and learning and how to build a stronger and more open mindset.
Lessons:
Create Space: Begin by admitting what you don't know to open the door for discovery.
Embrace the Amateur: Find the edge of your ability, for that is where all meaningful growth begins.
Facilitate, Don't Force: Guide others to their own insights instead of delivering yours fully formed.
NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation
Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights.
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Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 How your mind is like an annoying chatbot
04:01 Surrendering Our Assumptions
06:22 Seeking Our Own Incompetence
08:04 Mr. Beast's Path from Incompetence to Mastery
10:19 Stop Blocking "Aha" Moments
11:57 Allowing Self-Persuasion
12:18 The Entrepreneur's Paradox of Asking for Advice
13:35 Closing Thoughts on Humility's Impact
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How to Cultivate Awareness and Self-Control to Overcome Addiction - w/ Jeremy Lipkowitz
Ever felt like you're fighting a losing battle with your own brain? Addictions are like that. We learn the mindsets and psychology to build self-awareness and take control of your decisions and behaviours.
Jeremy Lipkowitz, a former Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and coach is the host of "Unhooked: breaking porn addiction podcast". He helps men break free from compulsive behaviors—especially porn addiction—and build lives of integrity, discipline, and deep fulfilment.
Topics:
- The role of shame in all addictions
- Why porn is rapidly growing and difficult addiction
- How to build healthier coping mechanisms
- Strategies for dealing with distraction
Jeremy Lipkowitz
- Website - https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/
- Academy - https://www.unhookedacademy.com/
- Podcast - https://unhooked.buzzsprout.com/
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Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Jeremy Lipkowitz
02:26 Defining Addiction
05:54 Modern Addictions and Self-Awareness
09:03 Mindfulness and Addiction
13:24 Exploring Mindfulness Practices
16:54 Defining Addiction
21:52 The Role of Shame in Addiction
26:58 Challenges of Overcoming Porn Addiction
28:26 Triggers and Coping Mechanisms
31:00 Healthy Coping Mechanisms
34:42 Practical Tips for Reducing Phone Use
37:09 The Benefits of Boredom
45:58 Seeking Support and Community
47:30 Wrap up
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About Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement
There are a lot of opinions on how to master your mind, but then there’s PSYCHOLOGY.
We’re all stuck with the brain we’re born with, but we aren’t stuck with how we use it.
Learn science-backed answers to make the most of your mind and your life.
CURIOUS?
Growth Mindset Psychology is the "self-help sceptic" podcast for the curious.
Whether you want to improve performance, navigate setbacks, or know who you are.
We find answers to the true science of self-improvement.
So put down the astrology chart and start working with your mind, instead of against it.
With over 8 million downloads and 60,000 monthly listeners, you’re invited to join.
PROCESS
Instead of telling you what to think, we discuss how thinking works.
Armed with a stack of science journals, textbooks and a boatload of curiosity, we uncover the mechanics of the mind.
Why? >>> Success is personal!
You might want to make the most of your neurodiverse strengths, start a business, or simply find more reasons to smile.
Hone your ability for independent thinking and growth with mental models to pursue your definition of success.
HOST
I’m Sam Webster Harris, a lifelong learner with ADHD, a raging curiosity, and an obsession with finding answers to hard questions.
After launching several businesses, travelling the world and nearly dying a few times I concluded that science and Psychology are where it’s at.
What actually makes people happy? What’s the best way to treat a brain? How can I get more done?
Studying the answers we find that changing behaviours requires building mindsets, mental models, and a healthy relationship with failure.
I run the show to help listeners enjoy nutritious content that feeds their minds (and I needed a legitimate excuse to cover for my reading addiction).
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Previous guests include Olympians, Scientists, Billionaires, and Sam's Mum.
Past series:
— Psychology vs Stoicism
— Time Management for busy mortals
— Independence and knowing yourself
— Cognitive biases and rational thinking
— Psychology of connection
— Carol Dweck and the Multiverse of Mindsets
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