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Podcast People with Chris Van Loan II

44 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -

Podcasts can rewire your brain to make you a better, happier version of yourself.

That's why I both REVIEW my favorite episodes and INTERVIEW podcasters about their shows.

Podcast People with Chris Van Loan II is really about how storytelling and dialogue can transform your life.

It is about how we can learn from the world's most interesting and accomplished people and grow in the process.

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Ajit Nawalkha: Leading The World’s #1 Coaching Platform With Powerful Content

September 23, 2023 19:38 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MB

Ajit Nawalkha is a bestselling author, speaker, former CEO at Mindvalley, and the Co-Founder & current CEO of Evercoach.   He has a very long list of accolades but I really wanted to interview him because he is hands down the most abundant and successful person I know, not just in business, but ALL areas of life.   Ajit grew up in India living in a house with an extended family of 23 others where space and money were scarce and today he travels all over the world and I’ve had the ple...

Skip Kelly: How To Turn Your Knowledge Into Profitable Content

August 26, 2023 01:02 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

Skip Kelly is a serial entrepreneur and storyteller who makes superstars even better on camera.   With deep interests in media coaching, movement, physical therapy, vlogging, and marketing he has found himself deep in the personal development world creating positive content that aims to make the world a better place.   In this episode I ask Skip about asking great interview questions and how to turn your knowledge into effective, profitable content. As the host of The Wondersoul Sh...

How Toxic Products Are Destroying Your Health w/ Darin Olien

June 23, 2023 18:04 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode "Darin Olien On The Toxic Products That Are Destroying Your Health (And The Planet)" on The Rich Roll Podcast from May 8th, 2023.  Do you ever stop and think about how many chemicals and what chemicals you are eating, breathing in, and absorbing through your skin? This podcast blew my mind after learning more about PFAS, microplastics, bisphenols, and phthalates. There are really 3 central ideas here: #1 There are some man-made harmful chemicals, some...

The 3 Key Elements Of Any Great Podcast

May 26, 2023 22:30 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MB

What makes a podcast truly great? There are more shows than ever but only a select few really stick out and build a loyal audience. This week I am talking about what I think truly makes a podcast great.  I have produced shows with millions of downloads, and I am still an avid listener myself, and like the content creator and marketer I am, I distilled it all into a short list of 3 key elements. Let's get into it!

Health, Wellness, And The Future Of Content w/ Justin Aguirre

August 20, 2022 23:37 - 1 hour - 86.8 MB

This week I am sharing my conversation from The Justin Aguirre Podcast in which Justin interviewed me about some of my thoughts on health, wellness, and the future of content. Justin's health & fitness show touches on motivation, inspiration, consciousness, and positivity. If you enjoy this talk go subscribe to The Justin Aguirre Podcast. 

Epic Trips In Psychedelics w/ Ronan Levy

August 06, 2022 21:34 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MB

After my last podcast where I reviewed the show Field Tripping the craziest thing happened… Field Trip Health really appreciated it, I met up with the host Ronan Levy in real life, and he invited me to go on his show! So this week I am sharing the podcast that we recorded for Field Tripping because it was such a great conversation and one I want to make sure my audience hears as well. It was such an honor to be invited on the show because I am so passionate about the work they are ...

Field Tripping: Breakthroughs In Psychedelic Therapy w/ Ronan Levy

March 05, 2022 15:57 - 16 minutes - 22 MB

This week I'm reviewing one of my favorite shows, Field Tripping  with Ronan Levy, a podcast all about epic personal, spiritual, and business journeys on - and in - psychedelics.

Ryan Daniel Moran: Making Millionaires Through Business Content

December 03, 2021 19:32 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MB

This week I am interviewing Ryan Daniel Moran, the author of the best-selling book 12 Months To $1 Million. I have been the Podcast Manager for his shows for 5 years now and used to work with Ryan full-time on all of his video content. In this conversation I asked him to share his thoughts about creating content that makes an impact, reaches the right people, and makes a difference in the world.

Understanding NFTs & Decentralized Finance w/ Alex King

November 19, 2021 21:04 - 1 hour - 110 MB

I had no idea what was happening with NFTs and DeFi until Alex King suggested I listen to podcasts like Bankless, Proof, and Modern Finance. Then when he told me he was up a quarter million dollars from flipping NFTs and DeFi yield farming, I really started to take notice. In this conversation he shares everything he has learned. If you’d like to join his newsletter and get the on-ramp to the crypto world you can sign up today and get his Free 3 Step Guide to getting started in NFTs a...

The Art Of Negotiation And Other Life Hacks

October 17, 2021 18:51 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode #17 of the All The Hacks podcast  with Kwame Christian, one of the world's best negotiators.

Testosterone: The Hormone That Divides Us w/ Carole Hooven

August 31, 2021 19:15 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode #1610 of the Mind Pump Podcast "Testosterone... The Hormone That Divides Us with Carole Hooven"

Taking 9 Hours To Dissect Kanye’s Best Album

July 17, 2021 00:26 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MB

This week I'm reviewing Season 2 of Dissect, a music analysis podcast that centers on Kanye West's 2010 album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Season 2 is 16 episodes, 527 minutes, or about 8 hours and 47 minutes in total.

How Podcasts Saved My Life (And Will Change The World Forever)

June 05, 2021 20:52 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MB

This week I'm talking about how podcasts saved my life and how they hold the keys to the future, if you know where to look. I look back on the impact a few of my favorites shows have had on me personally why I think this medium is so important for the future of media.

Sam Harris Questions If We Truly Have Free Will

May 01, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode “Final Thoughts on Free Will (Episode #241)” from the Making Sense podcast with Sam Harris.

Barack Obama & Bruce Springsteen Talk About Their Dads

March 28, 2021 00:07 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MB

This week I'm reviewing the episode “6. Wrestling With Ghosts” from the podcast Renegades: Born In The USA featuring Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen. * This episode has since been retitled to "Relationships with Our Fathers & Masculinity"

TV Show Podcasts: Hanging Out With The Delta Flyers From Voyager

March 06, 2021 02:50 - 10 minutes - 14 MB

This week I'm reviewing The Delta Flyers, a rewatch and recap podcast from Star Trek: Voyager featuring the actors who played Harry Kim and Tom Paris.

How You Can Master Social Media & Show Up Authentically w/ Kevin Benevides

January 22, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

Are you thinking about starting your own podcast? Or using Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, any of these platforms to grow a following? This week I’m interviewing an expert. Kevin Benevides is a social media coach and life coach who has worked with many entrepreneurs to speak authentically and grow massive audiences.

Esther Perel: In This Relationship What Is “I” And What Is “We”?

January 08, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 10 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode In This Relationship What Is “I” And What Is “We”? from the podcast Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel.

Steven Levitt (Mostly) Admires Longevity Expert Dr. Peter Attia

December 11, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode Peter Attia: “I Definitely Lost A Lot Of IQ Points That Day” from the podcast People I (Mostly) Admire from the Freakonomics Radio network.

My Top 5 Audiobooks For Self-Improvement

November 15, 2020 02:55 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MB

One of the best things about podcasts are the great book recommendations you get. Here are 5 audiobooks on Audible that have changed my life.

Star Trek, Politics, And Guilty Pleasures w/ Stacey Abrams

November 06, 2020 22:53 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MB

This week I'm reviewing the Stacey Abrams episode from the Star Trek: The Pod Directive podcast. I love Star Trek and politics but whatever you're a fan of, or whatever interests or hobbies you have, I'd recommend you also find a fun podcast like this to unwind.

The Science & History Of Happiness: Plato And The Ancients

October 23, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MB

This week I'm reviewing "Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: Plato" from The Happiness Lab podcast. Our host Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos takes us through the latest scientific research and shares some surprising and inspiring stories that will forever alter the way you think about happiness. 

Rabbit Hole: What Is The Internet Doing To Us?

October 17, 2020 02:42 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MB

This week I'm reviewing the 8 episode series Rabbit Hole - an exploration of what the internet is doing to minds and our lives.

Hilarious Trauma Bonding With Whitney Cummings & Nikki Glaser

October 04, 2020 22:28 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MB

We could all use a laugh right now.  This week I'm reviewing #39 Nikki Glaser on the Good For you podcast with Whitney Cummings - a podcast that provides a good time AND a really deep look at human psychology.

Meet Dr. Jo Jorgensen - The Libertarian Candidate For President w/ James Altucher

September 13, 2020 03:27 - 13 minutes - 19 MB

This week I am reviewing "President Dr. Jo Jorgensen In 2020?" from The James Altucher Show. James is one of my favorite entrepreneurs and interviewers so I was thrilled to see him get a presidential nominee on the show - one who offers a fresh perspective on American politics.

Wrongful Conviction & A Tale Of 2 Americas w/ Meek Mill

August 14, 2020 18:10 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MB

This week I am reviewing Wrongful Conviction with Jason Flom - Meek Mill - UPDATED from the Wrongful Conviction Podcasts show. The US makes up about 4.4% of the world population and we house 22% of the world’s prisoners. We currently have  2.2 million people in prison and over 4.8 million in jail and on parole. This podcast shows how we almost have 2 criminal justice systems - one for the white & wealthy and another for poor minorities.

Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It w/ Kamal Ravikant

July 31, 2020 08:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MB

This week I am reviewing AMP #239 How To Practice Self-Love With Kamal Ravikant from the Aubrey Marcus Podcast. Having met both Kamal and Aubrey in real life I might be a little biased here, but I think this message of true self-acceptance is more important now than ever.

Just Breathe: The Easiest Way To Improve Your Life w/ James Nestor

July 11, 2020 20:36 - 11 minutes - 15.5 MB

This week I am reviewing episode #1506 of The Joe Rogan Experience with James Nestor, author of Breath: The New Science Of A Lost Art. Nestor says that no matter what you eat, how much you exercise, how fit or wise you are… none of it matters if you’re not breathing properly. After spending years traveling the world and exploring everything we know about the breath, Nestor shares simple techniques that can change your life.

The Truth About The Boston Tea Party w/ Malcolm Gladwell

July 03, 2020 17:09 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MB

This July 4th weekend I am reviewing season 4 Revisionist History episode “Tempest In A Teacup” from Malcolm Gladwell. This is the story about what really happened at the Boston Tea Party, and how this entertaining podcast about things overlooked and misunderstood converted me into becoming an avid tea drinker.

Doing Your Best Creative Work & The Future Of Media w/ My Girlfriend Ashley

June 19, 2020 18:30 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

This is a really special episode featuring my girlfriend of just over a year, Ashley. We booked our first couple's retreat for her birthday, drove about an hour outside of the city to stay in a cabin we rented for a few days, and Ashley interviewed me about my creative process & career. We discuss the future of media, the importance of podcasts, and how creative professionals can stay aligned with their passion to find success.

Ecommerce Mindset: Creating Content That Makes A Difference w/ Liran Hirschkorn

June 12, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MB

This week I am talking with Liran Hirschkorn, the host of the Ecommerce Mindset Podcast. Liran is an eComm & Amazon FBA Expert who has sold millions of dollars of physical products and in this interview we talk about creating content that really makes a difference and the mindset necessary for self-improvement and success.

In Defense Of Joe Rogan & The $100m Spotify Deal

May 23, 2020 20:49 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

The Joe Rogan Experience is moving the audio and VIDEO podcasts to Spotify… exclusively. And I’ve got a lot of thoughts about it. This multi-year licensing deal is said to be worth over $100 million dollars. On this episode I talk about my thoughts on the JRE show generally and how this acquisition will signal to the marketplace to finally take podcasts more seriously.

How To Disagree With Someone | A Brief Masterclass w/ Brooke Castillo

May 09, 2020 23:04 - 4 minutes - 6.78 MB

This week I am reviewing Ep #319 How To Disagree With Someone from The Life Coach School with Brooke Castillo. We could all benefit to think about conflict resolution and understanding other points of view. This episode goes beyond that, challenging us to expand our emotional intelligence by creating some distance between ourselves and the opinions we hold most dear.

Expanding Your Mind Through Dialogue w/ Eric Weinstein & Ryan Holiday

May 01, 2020 23:48 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MB

This week I'm reviewing what is currently the most interesting highbrow podcast in the world that is truly taking the most risks. That is The Portal with Eric Weinstein and we are discussing episode 31: Ryan Holiday - Conspiracy, Manipulation, & Other Pastimes This podcast will challenge you and grow your brain.

How To Retire At 30 Years Old w/ Mr. Money Mustache & Tim Ferriss

April 25, 2020 01:56 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MB

This week I am reviewing episode “Mr. Money Mustache - Living Beautifully on $25-27K Per Year (#221) on The Tim Ferriss Show. This episode from 2017 blew my mind when it came to personal finances. But don’t worry, as his name might hint, Mr. Money Mustache is a really charismatic, funny guy who brings some actionable advice to the conversation. Whether you want to join the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, or just start saving more, this is a podcast you won’t want to m...

Vulnerability & The Messiness Of Being Human w/ Dax Shepard

April 12, 2020 01:40 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MB

This week I am reviewing TWO podcasts on Armchair Expert -  episode 196 with musician Alicia Keys and episode 197 with writer Andrew Marantz. Dax’s podcast celebrates the messiness of being human and it’s really a show where people sit down to be vulnerable and honest about their struggles and shortcomings. I talk about how these 2 episodes illustrate the versatility of the podcast and how we can all grow from listening to podcasts that are both more lighthearted AND a little deeper.

Political Pragmatism: Using History To Zoom Out From Current Events w/ Dan Carlin

April 03, 2020 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MB

This week I'm reviewing Hardcore History Addendum -  "EP7 Hardcore History On Fire" Dan Carlin has described himself as a political pragmatist, a radical neo-prudentist, and a political martian... he doesn't neatly fit into any ideological boxes. I just think he’s the best storyteller of history in the world.

Morbidly Fascinating: A History Of Pain & Entertainment By Dan Carlin

March 27, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MB

This week I am reviewing "Painfotainment" (episode #61) on the podcast Hardcore History. Dan Carlin announced that he was finally releasing a new Hardcore History episode he warned that not everyone should listen to it. “This is a very dark and graphic episode” he tweeted and warned listeners that to proceed “with caution”... this may be Carlin's darkest yet.

Quarantine & Chill With Conan O’Brien

March 21, 2020 01:17 - 6 minutes - 9.54 MB

Stop watching so much news about the Coronavirus... and listen to this funny special edition quarantine episode! Conan O'Brien has fun getting together with his team and comedian Andy Daly to talk about what the world is facing as this pandemic spreads the world in the episode "A Very Special Self-Quarantine Episode featuring Andy Daly" I talk about how short-lived and fleeting our consumption of podcasts can be and the importance of laughter in these uncertain times.

Finding Fun, Ease, and Focus In Your Work w/ Ryan Daniel Moran

March 14, 2020 06:30 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

This week I’m talking with one of my closest friends… The successful, the talented, the handsome… Ryan Daniel Moran, The founder of Capitalism.com I wanted to sit Ryan down and talk to him about how he stays in his zone of genius, talk about his new mindset of finding ease with work, and of course, chat about podcasts.

Couples Therapy: Monica & Jess Get Professional Help

March 06, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MB

This week I'm reviewing episode "Part 4: Monica & Jess Love Therapy with Harry the Therapist" from the show Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard. Monica & Jess Love Boys is a sub-podcast that lives on the Friday slot on Armchair Expert all about Monica & Jess' quest to find a deeper long-term relationship - which both of them have struggled with. No matter what your relationship status, you'll find some deep truth bombs from Harry the Therapist in this episode, the couple's therapist who D...

How To Grow Your Creativity Like A Muscle w/ My Dad Chris Van Loan Sr.

February 28, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

In this episode I interview my Dad a successful musician, filmmaker, and painter, about creativity. I always thought my Dad was a great storyteller and the way he introduced me to long-form interviews early on inspired me to find a deep love for podcasts.  Whether you're thinking about how to manage multiple creative mediums or just get started with one, this conversation will give you insight into how you can find inspiration that fuels you to create.

Dolly Parton Stars In The Best (Produced) Podcast Ever Made

February 21, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 11 MB

This week I'm talking about Dolly Parton's America - a unique podcast sharing Dolly's journey from the past and present. Not only is Dolly's story amazing, Radiolab producer Jad Abumrad has taken over 2 years of his life to work on this 9-part series and create what I think could be the best produced podcast of all time.

Confidence Comes From Vision w/ Tim Ferriss & Arnold Schwarzenegger

February 13, 2020 02:54 - 6 minutes - 9.4 MB

This is the podcast that started it all. This is the podcast that really got me into podcasts, many moons ago. In this episode I review episode "Tim Ferriss Interviews Arnold Schwarzenegger On Psychological Warfare (And Much More) (#60) from The Tim Ferriss Show.