The James Altucher Show

The James Altucher Show

James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, all who forged their own paths, found financial freedom and harnessed the power to create more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
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From the Archive: Tony Hawk: Mastery, Failure, and the Trick That Changed Skateboarding
The James Altucher ShowMarch 07, 2026
1384
00:50:1045.93 MB

From the Archive: Tony Hawk: Mastery, Failure, and the Trick That Changed Skateboarding

Tony Hawk shares the story behind his rise from a passionate kid skating empty pools to one of ...

Crypto's Quantum Challenges & Optical as the True Quantum-Class Winner – Martin Shkreli
The James Altucher ShowFebruary 27, 2026
1383
00:24:3722.55 MB

Crypto's Quantum Challenges & Optical as the True Quantum-Class Winner – Martin Shkreli

In Part 2, Martin Shkreli and James explore the future of technologyβ€”from Bitcoin and stablecoi...

Martin Shkreli: From Most Hated Man to Optical Computing Visionary – Curiosity & Defiance
The James Altucher ShowFebruary 25, 2026
1382
01:13:4667.55 MB

Martin Shkreli: From Most Hated Man to Optical Computing Visionary – Curiosity & Defiance

Martin Shkreli became one of the most controversial figures in business history. In Part 1, he ...

Keeping the Spark Alive – Long-Term & Aging (a/k/a How to Maintain Great Sex) | Dr. Nicole McNichols Part 3
The James Altucher ShowFebruary 21, 2026
1381
00:31:2828.81 MB

Keeping the Spark Alive – Long-Term & Aging (a/k/a How to Maintain Great Sex) | Dr. Nicole McNichols Part 3

How do couples keep attraction alive over years or decades? In the final episode with Dr. Nicol...

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THE REAL REASON THE MARKET IS GOING UP AND WHY YOU SHOULD BE CONFIDENT IN THE FACE OF FEAR

THE REAL REASON THE MARKET IS GOING UP AND WHY YOU SHOULD BE CONFIDENT IN THE FACE OF FEAR

Is the world dead? Wars, inflation, cyber attacks, civil wars, insane elections, etc. I get scared. I remember back to prior societal coll...

THE BEST INVESTMENT BOOKS YOU SHOULD READ, PART ONE: "FAMOUS FIRST BUBBLES"

THE BEST INVESTMENT BOOKS YOU SHOULD READ, PART ONE: "FAMOUS FIRST BUBBLES"

I watched a video a few years ago where three fund managers and CNBC talking heads were talking about β€œthe five greatest investors in ...

Unraveling The Intricate Past: A Deep Dive Into The Roman Empire

Unraveling The Intricate Past: A Deep Dive Into The Roman Empire

It's fascinating how ancient civilizations continue to captivate our minds and spark impassioned discussions. One such civilization, still f...

The Power of Communication: Unearthing the Art of Super Communicators

The Power of Communication: Unearthing the Art of Super Communicators

Every day, we engage in many forms of conversation - whether it's discussing the latest Netflix show with friends, solving practical problem...

What is going on with Bitcoin ETF? And the future of crypto!

What is going on with Bitcoin ETF? And the future of crypto!

As we navigate through the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, the associated complexities, theories, and future developments often ar...

Unlock Your Potential in 2024: From Meaning to Manifesto

Unlock Your Potential in 2024: From Meaning to Manifesto

Finding more meaning, setting new goals, and undertaking thrilling quests β€” these are things many of us aspire to at the start of a ne...

Master Your Mornings: Unpacking Hal Elrod’s "Miracle Morning" Script

Master Your Mornings: Unpacking Hal Elrod’s "Miracle Morning" Script

In this engaging episode, the author explores Hal Elrod's journey with the Miracle Morning, a life-changing daily routine that embodies pers...

Mastering the 48 laws of POWER with Robert Greene

Mastering the 48 laws of POWER with Robert Greene

Introduction As scriptwriters, audiobook creators, or storytellers, we all seek to capture the interest of our audience, engaging them wit...

Spaceship to Humanity: A Conversation With Astronaut Mike Massimino

Spaceship to Humanity: A Conversation With Astronaut Mike Massimino

Renowned astronaut **Mike Massimino**, the first man to tweet from space and author of the inspiring book "Moonshot: What I Learned from 861...

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James Altucher

James Altucher, renowned for his ability to spark meaningful dialogue, is the driving force behind 'The James Altucher Show,' where he navigates thought-provoking conversations with a wide range of influential guests. His keen insights and unique perspective on life, entrepreneurship, and success, coupled with his natural talent for engaging discourse, make each episode a wellspring of inspiration and practical wisdom.

Jay "The Engineer" Yow

Jay "The Engineer" Yow is a well-respected audio engineer and occasional co-host for The James Altucher Show. With over eight years of experience in podcasting, he has played a vital role in transforming the show from a modest living room experiment into a podcasting powerhouse with over 40 million downloads.

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Martin Shkreli: From Most Hated Man to Optical Computing Visionary – Curiosity & Defiance
James AltucherMarch 03, 2026

Martin Shkreli: From Most Hated Man to Optical Computing Visionary – Curiosity & Defiance

Episode Description: Martin Shkreli became one of the most controversial figures in business historyβ€”labeled β€œthe most hated man in America,” prosecuted, imprisoned, and publicly vilified. In this conversation, he tells his side of the story. Part 1 focuses on how media narratives form, why convicti...

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An invitation to rethink failure

What stayed with me here is how fear and failure aren’t problems to eliminate, but signals to listen to. When leaders stop treating mistakes as verdicts and start treating them as data, confidence compounds and creativity expands. That reframe alone changes how people move. You created space for that truth with real wa...

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