Episodes

James sits down with New In Chess editor Dirk Jan ten Geuzendam to talk about obsession, aging, and why it’s so hard—and so necessary—to return to something you once loved. A candid look at chess, failure, and second chances.

Michael Dell joins James to talk about building Dell from his dorm room, battling Carl Icahn, walking away from Steve Jobs, and how he’s preparing for a future powered by AI, edge computing, and gene tech. An unfiltered look at leadership, risk, and reinvention.

In Part 5 of my 30-day writing series, I break down four powerful frameworks that can help you structure, write, and publish your book faster than you ever thought possible.

James reconnects with entrepreneurs Michael and Kass Lazerow, whose journey spans selling Golf.com for $24 million, launching and pivoting Buddy Media into a $700 million Salesforce acquisition, and now investing in breakout brands like Liquid Death. This episode isn’t about startup clichés—it’s abo...

In Part 4 of my 30-day writing series, I reveal the real differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing—and how to market your book so it actually makes money.

James sits down with Wilbur Ross, former Secretary of Commerce and seasoned investor, for a candid and highly detailed discussion on tariffs, China, inflation, pharmaceutical policy, and the state of the U.S. economy.

Kit Gray and Robert Ellin, the powerhouse duo behind PodcastOne, explore where podcasting is headed next. From YouTube’s dominance to AI-driven analytics, they dissect the changing landscape of content creation, monetization, and brand-building

In Part 3 of my 30-day writing series, I reveal the six principles that make every chapter compelling, how to overcome writer’s block, and the clarity tools pros use to publish with impact.

In Part 2 of my 30-day book writing series, I break down the exact frameworks, mindset shifts, and storytelling techniques you need to craft a compelling book—starting with your very first sentence.