Performance Initiative Podcast

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The Performance Initiative Podcast was born out of the conviction that we all have room to improve. We all have boundless potential if we have the will and the tools to unlock it.  At the Performance Initiative, we are dedicated to finding those tools, sharing them with you, and trying them out for ourselves.  A few weeks after each episode, Zinovy and Grant report their experiences trying to put into practice what they have learned from each guest. We invite you to share your experiences -- the good and the bad -- as well.  Research and life experience show us that we thrive by sharing our life experiences with each other and learning from them. Each day is a new chance to be better and we welcome you into our community to share and grow with us.

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#24: When Will Inflation End? Nobel Economist Weighs In - Vernon Smith, Nobel Economist & Professor

May 21 2024 138 mins  
This episode of the Performance Initiative Podcast with Drs. Grant Cooper and & Zinovy Meyler combines insights from Nobel Laureate Vernon Smith and the principles of Adam Smith to explore a range of economic themes, including the implications of Universal Basic Income (UBI), the impact of government policies on inflation, banking, and the housing market, and the evolution of l

#23: Stuck? Tools to Get You Moving - Adam Alter, Author & Professor

May 14 2024 82 mins  
This episode of the Performance Initiative Podcast with Dr. Grant Cooper and Dr. Zinovy Meyler features insights from the author & professor Adam Alter on overcoming challenges in life and business. It covers a range of topics from the hurdles of creativity and the lessons learned from failure, as highlighted with examples such as Ed Sheeran and Brie Larson, to personal aspects

#22: Traditional Values for Tremendous Success - Bob Burg, Bestselling Author

May 07 2024 36 mins  
In this episode of the Performance Initiative Podcast, hosts Dr. Grant Cooper and Dr. Zinovy Meyler engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Bob Burg, author of the best-selling Go-Giver book series. Burg, who has spent over three decades advising entrepreneurs, leaders, and sales professionals on how to maximize their business growth by focusing on providing value to others

#21: Rewrite Your Life Story & Change Your Life - Jonathan Adler, Psychologist

Apr 30 2024 77 mins  
In this podcast, hosts Dr. Grant Cooper and Dr. Zinovy Meyler engage with Professor Jonathan Adler to explore the profound impact of narrative on human psychology, mental health, and identity. Adler sheds light on how memories act more like stories rather than factual records, and how altering these narratives can enhance mental well-being and foster resilience. The discussion furt

#20: Eat THIS for a Healthy Heart - Michelle Routhenstein, Cardiology Dietician

Apr 23 2024 76 mins  
In this episode of the Performance Initiative Podcast, Drs Grant Cooper & Zinovy Meyler speak with cardiology dietitian Michelle Routhenstein about the profound impact of diet on cardiovascular health. The discussion addresses how dietary choices, including the consumption of probiotics, processed foods, dairy, meat, and various diet plans such as the Mediterranean and plant-ba

#19: Real Patterns or Imagination? Bias, Luck & Perception with Thomas Gilovich, Psychologist

Apr 16 2024 97 mins  
In a riveting conversation with Thomas Gilovich, a giant in the field of psychology, we delve deep into the intricacies of human perception, biases, and the role of luck in shaping our experiences. As the Irene Blecker Rosenfeld Professor of Psychology at Cornell University, Gilovich has pioneered research across social psychology, decision-making, and behavioral economics, offerin

#18: Science-Based Nutrition: Magnesium, Choline, Protein & More - Taylor Wallace, America's Favorite Food Scientist

Apr 09 2024 89 mins  
In this episode of the Performance Initiative Podcast Dr. Grant Cooper and Dr. Zinovy Meyler join Dr. Taylor Wallace in an enlightening exploration of nutrition myths and truths, where topics such as artificial sweeteners' safety, magnesium's importance, personalized nutrition through genetic testing, and the significance of various nutrients and supplements on health are discussed

#17: How You Can Have Class & Style - Anna Bey, Elegance Coach

Apr 02 2024 95 mins  
In this episode of the Performance Initiative Podcast, we're excited to bring you an in-depth conversation with the distinguished Anna Bey, a leader in the realms of elegance, personal style, and transformative self-improvement. Dive with us into the intricate ways in which our appearance communicates, the narratives woven into our fashion choices, and the powerful role of first im

#16: Real Heroes: Stories From WWII - Alex Kershaw, Bestselling Author & Historian

Mar 26 2024 95 mins  
In this Performance Initiative Podcast episode, Drs. Grant Cooper and Zinovy Meyler engage with renowned author and historian Alex Kershaw to explore the valor and complexities of soldiers in World War II. The discussion uncovers the essence of resilience, spirituality, and intuition that define combat success. It delves into the contradictory nature of humanity, cultural impacts o

#15: Navy SEAL & Top CEO Marty Strong Talks About Hard Lessons Learned in War & Business

Mar 19 2024 122 mins  
Join us in an enlightening conversation with decorated Navy SEAL and revered entrepreneur, Marty Strong. Dive into a wide array of topics including the power of backward innovation, the transformative potential of AI, navigating the complexities of healthcare, the essence of personal resilience, and the future of autonomous transport. Marty shares his unique perspectives on how thi