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Changing Minds with Owen Fitzpatrick

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Changing Minds Podcast is a podcast about thinking for a change. Each week, Psychologist Owen Fitzpatrick will be exploring how you can use behavioral science to learn how to run your brain better, influence others better, and believe better.
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In this episode of Changing Minds, I walk you through 16 powerful ideas from bestselling personal development books that have transformed millions of lives. From Atomic Habits to Man's Search for Meaning, from The Five Second Rule to The Obstacle Is the Way, I break down the core insights that help you change your habits, master your mindset, and thrive, especially during stressful times. If you want practical strategies for change, deeper meaning, and a clearer path forward, this episode is for you. Let's dive in. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I break down 10 powerful books that have fundamentally reshaped how I think about high performance and success. From the 10,000-hour rule to grit, antifragility, flow, and redefining wealth, I explore the big ideas from Malcolm Gladwell, Adam Grant, Nassim Nicholas Taleb, Simon Sinek, Angela Duckworth, and more. If you want to dramatically improve your performance, not just in business, but in life, this episode will give you frameworks you can apply immediately. These are powerful mindset shifts you can start using today. Let's dive in. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I explore 16 powerful books that explain how the world really works, from human psychology and morality to technology, attention, status, and time. These big ideas help us understand why we argue, why we're distracted, why society feels polarized, and how we can think more clearly in a complex world. If you want frameworks that genuinely change how you see people, power, and progress, this episode is for you. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I kick off a brand-new Big Ideas series by exploring 12 powerful books that can fundamentally transform the way you think. From behavioral economics and neuroscience to emotion, decision-making, and self-awareness, I break down the core ideas behind books like Thinking Fast and Slow, Think Again, How Emotions Are Made, and more. These aren't productivity hacks; they're deep ideas that challenge assumptions, reshape perspective, and help you become a better thinker, leader, and human being. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
Trust changes everything. In this episode of Changing Minds, I explore the art and science of trust and why it matters so deeply, how it works in the brain, and what we can do to build it more intentionally with others and with ourselves. I break down the neuroscience behind trust, explain how our brains use prediction to decide who to trust, and share my 10 Cs of Trust framework, a practical checklist for becoming more trustworthy in leadership, relationships, and communication. I also dive into one of the most overlooked forms of trust: self-trust and why it's the missing link in personal change, confidence, and follow-through. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
Judgment is everywhere, and it's quietly tearing us apart. In this episode of Changing Minds, I explore why being judgmental comes so naturally, how it fuels polarization, and why it damages both our relationships and our mental health. I break down the three ways we judge people, the psychological reasons behind it, and most importantly, practical tools you can use to stop falling into the judgment trap. This is one of the most important conversations I've had in a long time, because if we want to heal division, influence others, and live with more compassion, we have to start by judging others and ourselves less. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I explore what it really means to be wealthy beyond money. Drawing from The Five Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom, I focus on time wealth and social wealth, and how mastering your time and relationships can dramatically improve the quality of your life. If you've ever felt successful on paper but unfulfilled in reality, this episode will challenge how you define success and help you build a richer, more meaningful life. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I walk you through five powerful mindset shifts that can help you succeed in life, especially in a world full of uncertainty and constant change. I explore the achievement mindset, adaptive mindset, attention mindset, growth mindset, and a concept I call the belief growth mindset. Together, these help you focus on solutions, adapt faster, protect your attention, grow your abilities, and update limiting beliefs. If you want practical tools to think better, respond more effectively to challenges, and create lasting success, this episode is for you.  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I walk you step-by-step through the exact process I use to make the coming year the greatest year of your life. I break down goals, priorities, obstacles, skills, knowledge, habits, systems, and strategies and show you how each piece fits together to create real, lasting change. If you've ever struggled to follow through on New Year's resolutions, set goals you didn't achieve, or felt overwhelmed by everything you want to accomplish, this episode will give you the clarity and structure you need. Join me as I guide you through a practical, powerful framework for planning your year with intention, so you can create more meaning, more momentum, and more success than ever before. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I walk you through a full Life Audit, a practical and powerful way to understand where you are, where you want to go, and what needs to change in your life. Instead of sharing theories or research, I guide you through structured questions across five essential areas: wealth, time, health, relationships, and attention. As I move through each section, I invite you to pause the episode, reflect, and answer honestly. This process can give you the clarity, direction, and momentum you need to build a more intentional and fulfilling life. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about how to elevate your life, this Life Audit will help you get clear on your priorities and take meaningful action. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I dive deep into one of the most powerful psychological frameworks I use in my own life: the anti-fragile mindset. Instead of simply "bouncing back," I explore how we can bounce back better: stronger, wiser, and more capable, after adversity. I break down six practical ways I turn negative events into growth, strength, motivation, and even future opportunities. I also explain how to become strategically anti-fragile by planning ahead and designing a life that thrives through challenge. If you've ever wondered how to handle setbacks with more clarity, power, and emotional resilience, this episode is for you. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode, I break down one of the most powerful psychological tools I use every single day: the agency mindset. I explore the history behind it, from Stoicism to Buddhism to modern psychology, and share exactly how I apply it in my own life to stay grounded, strong, and resilient. I walk you through how to separate what you can control, what you can influence, and what you must accept. I also reveal how trust, faith, and future-focused thinking can support you when life feels overwhelming. If you've ever felt stuck, stressed, or powerless, this episode will help you reclaim your sense of direction and become the hero of your own story. Tune in and let's explore how to build a high-agency mindset: one decision, one action, one moment at a time. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I break down the six major types of bad feelings we face in everyday life, from past regrets and present stress to future worries, unexpected setbacks, negative events, and those emotional dips driven by our biology. I walk you through a practical framework I've developed over the years to help you understand why you feel the way you do and, more importantly, what to do about it. By the end of the episode, you'll know exactly how to spot the type of bad feeling you're experiencing and how to apply the most effective strategies to shift your mood, regain clarity, and move forward with confidence. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I speak with Dov Baron, one of the world's top leadership thinkers, to unpack the power of the Emotional Source Code, our emotional DNA that drives every decision we make. We explore why logic always bends to emotion, the difference between belonging and fitting in, how vulnerability builds trust, and how leaders can create cultures of healthy belonging instead of division. We also dive into identity, meaning, transformation, and why sometimes you have to let the old you burn to rise as the phoenix.  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I speak with Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, a scientist, author, and global Reinvention expert. We explore the psychology and neuroscience of change, how to overcome fear, and why reinvention is a skill we all need to master. From growing up during the collapse of the Soviet Union to advising companies like Coca-Cola and the Gates Foundation, Nadya shares insights on building resilience, defeating "Titanic Syndrome," and creating an identity that thrives in uncertainty. Learn why reinvention is not a one-time project; it's a lifelong muscle. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I speak with Dr. Peter Lamont, professor of history and the theory of psychology at the University of Edinburgh and a former magician. We explore his brilliant book Radical Thinking, which challenges how we define truth, knowledge, and belief. We dive into: Why critical thinking isn't enough The humility behind science The psychology of belief and persuasion Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/newsletter/   Check out Peter's Website ➡️ https://www.peterlamont.net/  
In this episode of Changing Minds, I sit down with neuroscientist and author Dr. Nicholas Wright to explore the fascinating connections between the brain, moral decision-making, and war. We dive into: Why does every side believe they're morally justified in war? How Culture and Identity Shape Nations and Conflicts. The neuroscience of metacognition, and how "thinking about thinking" can make us wiser. Lessons from World War II, Ukraine, and today's global risks. How to stay informed in a world of misinformation and bias. If you're curious about the intersection of neuroscience, history, and leadership, this conversation is for you.  
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Meline Airapetian

One of the best podcasts !

Sep 16th
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Trev Atkinson

brilliant- jesus!

Aug 7th
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Anthea Forsdike

This episode is gold😀

Jul 18th
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Dvid Gage

Wonderful material, delightful delivery, and a greatly appreciated mindfulness of time - well done and thank you!

Dec 31st
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