5 Questions With Dan Schawbel
283 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 96 ratingsNew York Times bestselling author Dan Schawbel distills the most actionable and tangible advice from a variety of world-class humans including entrepreneurs, authors, Olympians, politicians, billionaires, Nobel Prize winners, TED speakers, celebrities, astronauts and more.
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Episode 229: Joe Trohman
March 06, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.7 MBMy guest today is musician, singer, and record producer, Joe Trohman. Joe is best known as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the two-time Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rock band Fall Out Boy. We talk about his new memoir “None of This Rocks”, and how he’s overcome his career and life challenges, during this episode. This […]
Episode 228: Karamo Brown
February 27, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 15.7 MBMy guest today is TV host, author, and activist, Karamo Brown. Karamo is the host of the daytime talk show Karamo, stars as the culture expert in the award-winning Netflix series Queer Eye and is the co-author with his son of “I Am Okay to Feel”. We talk about his childhood, being a parent, and […]
Episode 227: Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt
February 20, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 17.1 MBMy guest today is author, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. Katharine is the author of the new book “Good Night, Sister”, host of the Instagram live series “BDA Baby” and an ambassador for both the Best Friends Animal Society and the ASPCA. We talk about her career, raising a family, and more during this episode. This episode […]
Episode 226: Austin Ekeler
February 13, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 18 MBMy guest today is NFL football star, Austin Ekeler. Austin is the NFL running back for the LA Chargers. He played college football at Western Colorado and signed with the Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2017. More recently, he debuted season 2 of his show “Ekeler’s Edge” on the Yahoo! Fantasy Football Forecast […]
Episode 225: Lucy Lawless
February 06, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 15.5 MBMy guest today is actress and singer, Lucy Lawless. Lucy is best known for her lead role as Xena in the hit TV series Xena: Warrior Princess. She’s also appeared in NBC’s Parks and Recreation, Ash vs. Evil Dead, and her latest show My Life is Murder. We talk about her career and new show […]
Episode 224: Rodney Rothman
January 30, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 17.3 MBMy guest today is writer, producer and director, Rodney Rothman. Rodney is best known for co-directing and co-writing the 2018 hit movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and the upcoming follow-up movie in the series Across the Spider-Verse. We talk about what he learned while working under David Letterman, his movies and more during this episode. […]
Episode 223: Patrick Renna
January 23, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 16.1 MBMy guest today is actor and film producer, Patrick Renna. Patrick is most known for his role as Ham Porter in The Sandlot. More recently, he launched the family-friendly baseball-oriented lifestyle brand Hambino Athletics. We talk about his career, life lessons, and new company during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a […]
Episode 222: Stephen A. Smith
January 16, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 19.9 MBMy guest today is sports TV personality, radio host, and author, Stephen A. Smith. Stephen is the star of the #1 morning sports talk show on ESPN “First Take”, the host and producer of the K[no]w Mercy podcast, and the author of “Straight Shooter”. He shares his struggles, successes, and advice during this episode. This […]
Episode 221: Corey Feldman
January 09, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 17.8 MBMy guest today is actor, singer, writer, and producer, Corey Feldman. Corey is best known for his 1980s films including The Goonies, Gremlins, The Lost Boys, and Stand by Me. More recently, he’s been touring as a musician and his latest single “Without U” reached number 26 on The Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, which is […]
Episode 220: Natasha Leggero
January 02, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 19.6 MBMy guest today is comedian, actress, and author, Natasha Leggero. Natasha was a regular on Chelsea Lately, created the Comedy Central sitcom Another Period, and has a Netflix special called “The Honeymoon Stand Up Special”. We talk about her book “The World Deserves My Children”, and her comedy career, during this episode. This episode is […]
Episode 219: Ricki Lake
December 26, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 17.1 MBMy guest today is TV and podcast host, Ricki Lake. Ricki is best known as the Emmy Award-Winning host of The Ricki Lake Show and her lead role in Hairspray. We talk about her acting and hosting career, as well as her new podcast “Raised By Ricki” during this episode. The 5 questions I ask […]
Episode 218: Will Guidara
December 19, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes - 19.1 MBMy guest today is restaurateur and author, Will Guidara. Will is the founder of Thank You, the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park and the NoMad, and the co-founder of the Welcome Conference, an annual hospitality symposium. We talk about his new book “Unreasonable Hospitality”, and building a hospitality-first culture, during this episode. The 5 […]
Episode 217: Paul Feig
December 12, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.7 MBMy guest today is actor, film director, and comedian, Paul Feig. Paul is known for directing films including Bridesmaids and Ghostbusters 2016, as well as creating the comedy series Freaks and Geeks. We talk about his latest show on FOX, Welcome to Flatch, as well as his career influences and collaborations during this episode. The […]
Episode 216: Katherine Heigl
December 05, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes - 19.1 MBMy guest today is actress, Katherine Heigl. Katherine is an Emmy Award-winning and two-time Golden Globe-nominated actress who is most known for her roles in “The Ugly Truth”, “27 Dresses” and “Knocked Up.” The second season of her show Firefly Lane is now on Netflix. We talk about the show, dropping out of high school, […]
Episode 215: Phil Rosenthal
November 28, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 12.7 MBMy guest today is TV writer, producer, and author, Phil Rosenthal. Phil is best known as the creator and producer of the CBS sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. More recently, he produced Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil, which he also turned into a companion book. We talk about his career, food culture, and more during this episode. […]
Episode 214: Tamera Mowry-Housley
November 21, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 18.1 MBMy guest today is actress and author, Tamera Mowry-Housley. Tamera is known for her roles in Sister, Sister, Twitches, Tia & Tamera, and as a co-host on The Real and a host of Amazon Prime Video’s Dr. Seuss Baking Show. We talk about her new book “You Should Sit Down for This”, her relationship with […]
Episode 213: William Shatner
November 14, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.3 MBMy guest today is actor and author, William Shatner. William is best known for his portrayal of James T. Kirk in the Star Trek franchise. He’s also written nine Star Trek novels and several nonfiction books. We talk about his career, going into space, and the new book “Boldly Go” during this episode. The 5 […]
Episode 212: Alex Ross
November 07, 2022 09:00 - 7 minutes - 15.6 MBMy guest today is comic book writer and artist, Alex Ross. Alex has done a variety of projects for both Marvel and DC Comics, illustrating characters such as Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, and The Avengers. We talk about his new book “Fantastic Four: Full Circle”, his influences, favorite characters, and more during this episode. The 5 […]
Episode 211: Carly Zakin
October 31, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 19.2 MBMy guest today is entrepreneur and author, Carly Zakin. Carly, along with Danielle Weisberg, co-founded theSkimm, a media company dedicated to helping millennial women live smarter. We talk about founding the company, raising capital, and political activism during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by Proximity, a workspace management company that streamlines how companies […]
Episode 210: Jeff Kinney
October 24, 2022 09:30 - 7 minutes - 16 MBMy guest today is author and cartoonist, Jeff Kinney. Jeff is best known as the bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series and the Awesome Friendly Kid series. His latest book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series is Diper Överlöde. We talk about his career, and how he created an […]
Episode 209: Ralph Macchio
October 17, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 17.9 MBMy guest today is actor, Ralph Macchio. Ralph is best known for playing Daniel in The Karate Kid and he continues to reprise the role in the Netflix series Cobra Kai. We talk about The Karate Kid, and his career, which is detailed in his book “Waxing On” during this episode. This episode is proudly […]
Episode 208: Steve Case
October 10, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 17.1 MBMy guest today is entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, Steve Case. Steve is best known as the co-founder of AOL. For the past 15 years, through his company Revolution, he invested $1 billion in companies like Sweetgreen and DraftKings. We talk about his new book “The Rise of the Rest” and his entrepreneurial journey, during this […]
Episode 207: Bobby Moynihan
October 03, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes - 13.3 MBMy guest today is actor, comedian, and author, Bobby Moynihan. Bobby is best known for his nearly ten years as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. We talk about his new children’s book “Not All Sheep Are Boring!” and highlights from his career during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by Proximity, a […]
Episode 206: Ryan Holiday
September 26, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 18.2 MBMy guest today is bestselling author, marketer, and entrepreneur, Ryan Holiday. Since Ryan was last on the show, he’s written a new book called “Discipline Is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control”. We discuss ideas, thoughts, and examples from the book during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by Cornerstone OnDemand, a cloud-based people development […]
Episode 205: Kendra Scott
September 19, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 19.3 MBMy guest today is designer, entrepreneur, and author, Kendra Scott. Kendra built the billion-dollar designer jewelry boutique Kendra Scott, which now has 120 standalone stores and over 3,000 employees. We talk about her new book “Born to Shine” and her business philosophy during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by Cornerstone OnDemand, a cloud-based […]
Episode 204: Leah Remini
September 12, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 18.1 MBMy guest today is Emmy Award-winning actress, producer, and author Leah Remini. Leah rose to fame on the CBS sitcom show The King of Queens. More recently, she is the host of PEOPLE Puzzler and co-judge of So You Think You Can Dance. We talk about her new shows, career trajectory, and more during this […]
Episode 203: Ashanti
September 05, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 12.1 MBMy guest today is Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter, actress, and author, Ashanti. Ashanti reigns as one of Billboard’s Top Females charting in each of the last three decades from 2000’s, 2010’s, and 2020’s. She is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the fastest-selling female debut artist. We talk about her career, and her new […]
Episode 202: Bill Nye
August 29, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.9 MBMy guest today is science educator and host, and executive producer of The End is Nye, Bill Nye. Bill made a name for himself while hosting the Emmy Award-winning show Bill Nye the Science Guy back in the 90s. His new show is called The End is Nye, which focuses on natural and unnatural disasters […]
Episode 201: Steve Forbes
August 22, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 17 MBMy guest today is Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media, Steve Forbes. Aside from his role at Forbes, he is the host of the “What’s Ahead” podcast and has authored many books, including his latest “Inflation: What It Is, Why It’s Bad, and How to Fix It.” We talk about his book, his interest in […]
Episode 200: Jennette McCurdy
August 15, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 16 MBMy guest today is actress, director, and author, Jennette McCurdy. Jennette starred in Nickelodeon’s hit show iCarly and its spin-off, Sam & Cat, as well as in the Netflix series Between. In 2017, she quit acting and began pursuing writing and directing. We talk about her new book, “I’m Glad My Mom Died”, during this […]
Episode 199: Dan Fogler
August 08, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 17.3 MBMy guest today is actor, comedian, and author, Dan Fogler. Dan has starred in movies such as Balls of Fury and the Fantastic Beasts series of movies. More recently, he stars in The Offer and his Moon Lake anthology for Heavy Metal is being adapted into an animated TV series. We talk about his acting […]
Episode 198: Winnie Harlow
August 01, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 5 MBMy guest today is model and entrepreneur, Winnie Harlow. Winnie is one of the world’s most sought-after supermodels, influencers, and inclusive beauty activists. She has walked the runways for the world’s top fashion brands and has appeared on the covers of countless fashion magazines. She’s also the founder of CAY SKIN, a daily sun care […]
Episode 197: Audrina Patridge
July 25, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 14.3 MBMy guest today is reality TV star and author, Audrina Patridge. Audrina is one of the original stars of the MTV series The Hills, a reality show and pop culture phenomenon that lasted from 2006 to 2010. More recently, she launched a podcast called “Was it Real? The Hills Rewatch” and a book called “Choices”. […]
Episode 196: Porter Robinson
July 18, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.9 MBMy guest today is DJ and producer, Porter Robinson. Porter has produced hits including “Shelter” and “Ghost Voices” that have been on the top of the electronic music charts. Over the years, he’s amassed millions of followers and has played at some of the biggest music festivals including Coachella and Ultra Music Festival. More recently, […]
Episode 195: Tom Segura
July 11, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.6 MBMy guest today is stand-up comedian, author, and actor, Tom Segura. Tom is known for his Netflix specials Ball Hog, Disgraceful, Completely Normal, and Mostly Stories. He is one of the top-selling touring acts in the world, having sold hundreds of thousands of tickets on multiple international tours. We talk about his new book “I’d […]
Episode 194: Dustin Lance Black
July 04, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 17.6 MBMy guest today is Academy Award-winning writer, director, and producer, Dustin Lance Black. Dustin is known for writing the film Milk, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. He has also written the screenplays for the film J. Edgar and the 2022 crime miniseries Under the Banner of Heaven. We talk […]
Episode 193: Jim Weber
June 27, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 17.7 MBMy guest today is the CEO of Brooks Running Company, Jim Weber. Jim joined the company as CEO in 2001 and is credited for the company’s aggressive turnaround story. We discuss his career and new book, “Running with Purpose”, during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by Invited MBA, a part-time mini-MBA for rising […]
Episode 192: Noah Schnapp
June 20, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 12.7 MBMy guest today is actor, entrepreneur, and college student, Noah Schnapp. Noah is best known for playing Will Byers on Netflix’s Strange Things. He is also the founder of To Be Honest (TBH), a new sustainability-focused snacking brand. We discuss his acting career, company, college, and more during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored […]
Episode 191: Jessica Yellin
June 13, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.7 MBMy guest today is Emmy award-winning political journalist, Jessica Yellin. Jessica is CNN’s former Chief White House Correspondent. More recently, she’s the founder of News Not Noise, which provides substantive and succinct information on stories that impact our lives. We talk about her career in journalism, interviewing presidents, and how she’s built her brand during […]
Episode 190: Zachary Levi
June 06, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.4 MBMy guest today is actor and author, Zachery Levi. Zachery’s career catapulted as the lead and fan favorite, Chuck Bartowski, in the hit NBC series, Chuck. He starred in Shazam! in 2019 and will be reprising his role for the sequel Shazam! Fury of the Gods in 2023. More recently he portrayed NFL MVP Kurt […]
Episode 189: Kevin Eastman
May 30, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 18.9 MBMy guest today is comic book artist and writer, Kevin Eastman. Kevin, along with Peter Laird, is best known for creating Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The first issue of the TMNT comic book was published in 1984 and has since become a phenomenon with TV shows, movies, action figures, and video games. More recently, Kevin […]
Episode 188: John Rzeznik
May 23, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 14.7 MBMy guest today is guitarist and frontman of the Goo Goo Dolls, John Rzeznik. John is best known as being a founding member of the four-time Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling band the Goo Goo Dolls that produced hits like “Iris” and “Slide”. He recently released “Greatest Hits Volume 1: The Singles” on vinyl and will be […]
Episode 187: Bethenny Frankel
May 16, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 15.9 MBMy guest today is entrepreneur, reality TV star and author, Bethenny Frankel. Bethenny is the Founder & CEO of Skinnygirl, a global lifestyle empire, featuring products for women that offer practical and stylish solutions to everyday problems. We talk about her new book “Business is Personal”, as well as her career and business decisions during […]
Episode 186: Jennifer Grey
May 09, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.3 MBMy guest today is actress and author, Jennifer Grey. Jennifer is best known for her lead role in Dirty Dancing, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress, and for her breakout role in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. We talk about her new memoir “Out of the Corner” during this episode of the […]
Episode 185: Fred Haise
May 02, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 15.6 MBMy guest today is former NASA astronaut, Fred Haise. Fred served as a backup Lunar Module Pilot for Apollo 8 and Apollo 11 before serving as the Lunar Module Pilot for the Apollo 13 mission. We talk about his new book “Never Panic Early”, and all of his experiences during Apollo 13 and World War […]
Episode 184: James Murray
April 25, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19 MBMy guest today is comedian, actor, and author, James Murray. James is best known as “Murr” on the hit television show Impractical Jokers on truTV and for his comedy group, The Tenderloins. We talk about his new book “Area 51 Interns: Alien Summer”, and his career in comedy, during this podcast episode. This episode is […]
Episode 183: DJ Envy
April 18, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 18.5 MBMy guest today is record producer, radio personality, and author, DJ Envy. DJ Envy hosted his own midday show on Power 105.1 in New York before joining Charlamagne Tha God and Angela Yee as co-hosts of The Breakfast Club. We talk about his career, and new book “Real Life, Real Love” during this podcast episode. […]
Episode 182: Susan Cain
April 11, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 20 MBMy guest today is bestselling author and speaker, Susan Cain. Susan is the author of Quiet, Quiet Power, and Quiet Journal, which has been translated into more than 40 languages. Her TED Talk on the power of introverts has been viewed over forty million times. We talk about her new book “Bittersweet: How Sorrow and […]
Episode 181: Lilly Singh
April 04, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 19.6 MBMy guest today is comedian, former talk show host, and YouTuber, Lilly Singh. Lilly has amassed 40 million followers on social media, founded her own production company called Unicorn Island Productions, and had her own NBC late-night talk show for two years. We talk about how she got established on YouTube, her personal struggles, and […]
Episode 180: Sigrid
March 28, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 16.1 MBMy guest today is singer and songwriter, Sigrid. At age 25, Sigrid has toured the world, amassed over 1.4 billion streams, and sold a million albums. Her new song, “It Gets Dark” was just released and her next album debuts in May. We talk about her music career, personal struggles, and new songs during this […]