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The High Performance Podcast turns the lived experiences of the planet's high performers into your life lessons. Jake Humphrey (broadcast presenter of 20 years) and Professor Damian Hughes (leading high performance expert), speak to athletes, authors, entertainers and experts about the key to their success. But, Jake and Damian look beyond the guests achievements and encourage guests to share how they developed their mindset, what gives them confidence, how they navigate adversity and much more. Hear from guests as you’ve never heard them before. The High Performance Podcast aims to help listeners navigate their own version of high performance.
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The High Performance Podcast High Performance

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The High Performance Podcast turns the lived experiences of the planet's high performers into your life lessons. Jake Humphrey (broadcast presenter of 20 years) and Professor Damian Hughes (leading high performance expert), speak to athletes, authors, entertainers and experts about the key to their success. But, Jake and Damian look beyond the guests achievements and encourage guests to share how they developed their mindset, what gives them confidence, how they navigate adversity and much more. Hear from guests as you’ve never heard them before. The High Performance Podcast aims to help listeners navigate their own version of high performance.
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    Lessons from the month with Jameela Jamil, Martin Lewis, Tom Kerridge and Esteban Ocon

    Lessons from the month with Jameela Jamil, Martin Lewis, Tom Kerridge and Esteban Ocon

    In this month’s recap, Jake and Damian reflect on the enlightening conversations they’ve had with our guests throughout the month of March.
    Starting with Jameela Jamil’s powerful insights on self-awareness and societal norms, they emphasise her message of empowerment amidst societal pressures. They applauded Martin Lewis' courage and integrity, emphasising the value of trust in personal and professional success.
    Discussing their conversation with Tom Kerridge, Jake and Damian appreciate his unconventional path to success and willingness to reinvent himself. They admire his courage to defy conventions and prioritise well-being over conventional achievement definitions.
    Reflecting on Esteban Ocon’s journey in Formula One, they highlight the theme of parental sacrifice and determination. They also commend Ocon's father for establishing values despite challenges, underscoring the value of long-term goals.
    This month's conversations with our guests highlight the importance of authenticity, courage and purpose in navigating life’s challenges and finding true fulfilment.
    Listen to the episodes mentioned:
    Jameela: https://pod.fo/e/225b9e
    Martin: https://pod.fo/e/22a519
    Tom: https://pod.fo/e/22356e
    Esteban: https://pod.fo/e/228331

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    • 18 min
    Martin Lewis: It’s time to stop being taken advantage of (E246)

    Martin Lewis: It’s time to stop being taken advantage of (E246)

    Trustworthiness isn't just a label; it's built through consistent actions and a commitment to doing what's right, even when challenging.
    Martin Lewis is a prominent figure known for his expertise in consumer finance, and the founder of the ‘MoneySavingExpert’ website and platform. In this episode, Martin highlights how corporations are taking advantage of communities, focusing on the financial burden that big institutions in Britain place on the country.
    Touching on his own experience during the pandemic, Martin expresses the desperation for stability felt by many. He emphasises to Jake and Damian his commitment to charity, driven by a desire to reform the system and improve lives.
    He recounts his upbringing in a unique educational environment, which taught him early lessons about privilege and empathy. Addressing his own mental health challenges, Martin shares the effects of his personal struggles, and what coping mechanisms he developed.
    Offering insights into how he achieved success, Martin explores the impact and sacrifices throughout his journey. Ultimately, he shares the value of integrity in our personal and professional lives, and promotes individual accountability and moral business conduct.
    This episode focuses on developing trust, building an ethical society, and the importance of navigating personal and professional challenges.

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    • 57 min
    How shifting your perspective can change the game with Tom Daley - Handpicked

    How shifting your perspective can change the game with Tom Daley - Handpicked

    In this episode, Damian revisits one of his favorite episodes with Tom Daley, an Olympic gold medallist in diving and British television personality.
    Jake and Damian reflect on what they learned from the conversation with Tom, including the importance of parental support and establishing daily goals. They discuss how Tom’s late father reframed situations positively, such as turning potential failures into achievements. They appreciate how he silently supported Tom without micromanaging or criticizing during difficult moments.
    Damian also delves into Tom's approach to setting daily goals. He explores how Tom finds satisfaction in small achievements and how bravery plays a role in facing life’s challenges, like dealing with the loss of his father and coming out as gay.
    This powerful episode provides a valuable lesson for all parents, coaches and individuals about the importance of presence and positive reinforcement, as well as overcoming challenges and adversity.
    Listen to the full episode with Tom Daley here:

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    • 12 min
    Esteban Ocon: Protecting yourself from pressure (E245)

    Esteban Ocon: Protecting yourself from pressure (E245)

    Sharing the experiences from his remarkable journey to F1, Esteban emphasises the significance of self-belief, respect, and attention to detail on the road to high performance.
    Esteban Ocon is a French Formula 1 driver racing for the Alpine F1 Team, and is regarded as one of the most talented on the current grid. In this episode, Esteban shares the reality of racing from a young age and the astonishing sacrifices his family chose to make to support his dream.
    Esteban reveals the pressure he was under throughout his youth and how his childhood was vastly different to his peers. His parents decided to sell their home and working garage to finance his career, in order to chase his dream of racing in Formula 1. He shares the impact this has had on him as an adult and the immense gratitude he has towards his parents today.
    Reflecting on his rise through the ranks, Esteban opens up about the scrutiny and criticism he faced as a young driver. Rather than letting this impact him, he shares with Jake and Damian how he used this as motivation, transforming the negative feedback into inspiration. They discuss his 2019 hiatus from Formula 1 and the invaluable lessons he learnt during this time, observing the workings of the Mercedes team from the sidelines.
    This episode is a deep dive into what achieving your dreams looks like, exploring teamwork, self-belief and why trust is so crucial.


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    • 1 hr 10 min
    The sliding doors moments that can shape your life (with Kieran Trippier, Francis Ngannou, Stef Reid, Matt Willis and Jamie Peacock)

    The sliding doors moments that can shape your life (with Kieran Trippier, Francis Ngannou, Stef Reid, Matt Willis and Jamie Peacock)

    Join Jake and Damian as they delve into the captivating concept of 'sliding doors moments' - those pivotal junctures where life could have taken a completely different turn.
    In this episode, they reflect on conversations with guests including Matt Willis, Kieran Trippier, Stephanie Reid, Jamie Peacock and Francis Ngannou; who share intimate stories of single moments that changed the course of their entire lives. From missed opportunities to transformative advice, each tale will leave you pondering the profound impact of a single decision.
    Tune in for an episode that reminds us: it's not the challenges we face, but how we respond that shapes our destiny.
    Watch the episode now on the High Performance app, where you can also find all of the full conversations within this episode: https://hppod.co/app

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    • 22 min
    Paul Gascoigne (Exclusive Preview)

    Paul Gascoigne (Exclusive Preview)

    In this special episode, Jake and Damian meet England Football legend, Paul “Gazza” Gascoigne, in our first ever High Performance Original. The full episode is available to watch exclusively for Plus members, only on the High Performance app.
    We selected a powerful moment from our conversation with Paul, where he opens up on a traumatic event he experienced as a child which resulted in his childhood friend Keith dying in his arms.
    Paul shares the effects this had on him throughout his teenage years, and how this trauma stayed with him into adulthood.
    Our first High Performance Original is a profound exploration of resilience, redemption, and the enduring spirit of an English sporting great. Watch now: https://hppod.co/gazza-vs-paul

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    • 7 min

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Just listened to your most recent episode and I found it unbelievably helpful at a difficult time. Thank you!

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THE ultimate game changing podcast 👏👏👏

No wonder this is being listened to by almost every Premier League footballer, the England cricket team, top-level CEO’s…and in many other places. It’s my go-to every Monday. The Professor is 💥. I may sign up to their app to get even more. Well played everyone.

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