Beste Zenith podcasts (2026)

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#236: Die Schweiz ist nicht mehr neutral – Alexander Baur 1:33:52

5d ago1:33:52

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#236: Alexander Baur ist Schweizer Journalist, Südamerika-Korrespondent für die Weltwoche und Autor. Er lebt in Peru. Seit dem Ukraine-Russland-Krieg gilt die Schweizer Neutralität für viele als nicht mehr gewährleistet. Was bedeutet das für die Rolle der Schweiz als Friedensverhandlungsplatz? Und welche Bedeutung hat die Schweiz überhaupt noch? Du…

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#6 Combatants for Peace: Nonviolent Resistance & Collective Liberation - With Sulaiman Khatib 1:04:03

26d ago1:04:03

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For the sixth Candid Conversation on Palestine, Israel, and Europe, we are joined by Sulaiman Khatib, co-founder of Combatants for Peace - a grassroots movement built by former Palestinian and Israeli fighters who chose joint nonviolence to work toward ending the occupation and creating a just, shared future. Sulaiman reflects on his personal trans…

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#235: 13 Lektionen, die mein Leben 2025 verbessert haben 2:05:39

12d ago2:05:39

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#235: Es ist Ende 2025 und deshalb gehe ich in dieser Episode durch 13 Lektionen, die mein Denken und Handeln über das letzte Jahr spürbar verbessert haben. Aus vielen Gedanken, Gesprächen, Büchern und Podcast-Momenten habe ich die Punkte ausgewählt, die mir am meisten Klarheit gebracht haben, sowohl persönlich als auch im Alltag. Dich erwarten unt…

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#234: Effizient mit KI arbeiten – Julian Elsässer 1:38:08

19d ago1:38:08

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#234: Julian Elsässer ist KI-Unternehmer, Gründer von Kasona AI und YouTuber. Zuvor arbeitete er im Venture-Capital-Umfeld und beschäftigt sich heute damit, wie Unternehmen KI im Alltag sinnvoll und effizient einsetzen. Viele nutzen KI. Die wenigsten nutzen sie richtig. In dieser Episode geht es genau um diese Lücke: Wie identifiziert man Use-Cases…

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#233: Warum Du wahrscheinlich ein NPC bist – 5 Denktypen in der Schweiz 1:37:03

26d ago1:37:03

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#233: Immer mehr junge Schweizer Männer merken, dass sie zwar ständig Meinungen haben, aber selten wirklich selbst denken. Social Media, Tribes und Algorithmen formen Deine Sicht auf die Welt schneller, als Du es merkst. Das Resultat: Du läufst auf Autopilot und hältst Dich trotzdem für unabhängig. In dieser Episode brechen wir das NPC-Konzept auf …

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#232: Junge Schweizer verlieren ihre Persönlichkeit?! 50:19

1M ago50:19

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#232: „Meine Generation ist besessen davon, jede Eigenschaft als Symptom einer Störung zu behandeln. Du bist nicht schüchtern, du bist autistisch. Du bist nicht vergesslich, du hast ADHS.“ — Freya India Immer mehr junge Schweizer Männer greifen zu Labels, statt ihre Persönlichkeit zu entwickeln. Was früher Eigenart war, wird heute Diagnose – oft oh…

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#231: Junge Männer in der Krise (+ Lösung) 2:01:57

1M ago2:01:57

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#231: Wir leben in einer Zeit, in der das klassische Rollenbild des Mannes immer kritischer gesehen wird. Stärke wirkt schnell wie Bedrohung, Durchsetzungsvermögen wie Aggression, und viele junge Männer wissen nicht mehr, was ihre Rolle überhaupt noch ist. Gleichzeitig steigen Einsamkeit, Orientierungslosigkeit und der Druck eines zerstörten Dating…

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#230: So links sind Schweizer Journalisten – Stefan Thöny 2:40:33

2M ago2:40:33

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#230: Stefan Thöny ist Schweizer Journalist. Gemäss einer ZHAW-Studie aus dem Jahr 2023 verorten sich 75,7 Prozent der Schweizer Journalisten als links oder ganz links. Wie kommt das und welche aktuellen Beispiele zeigen das? Erfahre, warum mehr Frauen im Schweizer Journalismus links sind als Männer, wie Charlie Kirk nach seinem Tod in den Medien m…

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#5 Ehud Olmert and Why Israel’s Future Depends on a Palestinian State 40:15

2M ago40:15

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In this episode of the EPICON Podcast, Ehud Olmert, former Prime Minister of Israel, joins Daniel Gerlach, Director of the Candid Foundation and Editor-in-Chief of zenith magazine, to discuss the aftermath of October 7, the future of Israeli–Palestinian peace, and Europe’s role in reviving the two-state solution. About EPICON: Palestinian and Israe…

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#229: Was es heisst, Schweizer zu sein 1:08:12

2M ago1:08:12

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#229: Was macht es eigentlich aus, Schweizer zu sein? Wie kann ein so kleines Land, ohne grosse Ressourcen, zu einem der stabilsten und produktivsten Orte der Welt werden? In dieser Episode gehe ich dem auf den Grund. Ich spreche über die Tugenden, die die Schweiz stark gemacht haben – von Präzision und Pflichtbewusstsein bis Eigenverantwortung und…

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#228: 5 Regeln für klares Denken als junger Schweizer 45:53

2M ago45:53

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#228: Klar zu denken ist schwer – besonders als junger Schweizer Mann in einer Welt voller Lärm und Meinungen. Wie bleibst Du klar im Kopf und triffst Entscheidungen, die wirklich Sinn machen? In dieser Episode teile ich fünf Regeln, die Dir helfen, unabhängig zu denken – frei von Ideologien, Ablenkung und Chaos. Du erfährst, warum Monodenken Dich …

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#227: 15 Lektionen für junge Schweizer Männer – von Chris Williamson 1:21:58

2M ago1:21:58

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#227: Der Podcaster Chris Williamson hat mit seinem Podcast Modern Wisdom weltweit Millionen von jungen Männern die Lektionen einiger der besten Denker unserer Zeit nähergebracht – von Dr. Jordan B. Peterson über Naval Ravikant bis hin zu Matthew McConaughey. Letzten Donnerstag durfte ich ihn zum ersten Mal live in New York erleben, kurz mit ihm pe…

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#226: Warum ich wieder auf Deutsch podcasten werde 1:04:25

2M ago1:04:25

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#226: Ich spreche über den Wandel meines Podcasts – von den ersten Episoden im Keller bis zu 225 Folgen, von Deutsch zu Englisch und nun zurück zu meinen sprachlichen Wurzeln. Ich teile meine Reise durch 5 Jahre Podcasting, die Lektionen aus „Catch The Zenith“, „ADHS Power“ und warum ich heute über Verantwortung, Liebe und Tradition spreche. Erfahr…

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#4 Dialogue Across the Divide — In Conversation with Palestinian Political Activist Samer Sinijlawi 55:15

3M ago55:15

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In this Candid Conversation on Palestine, Israel, and Europe, Anne Bauer, Political Officer at the Candid Foundation, speaks with Samer Sinijlawi, renowned Palestinian political activist and founder of the Jerusalem Development Fund. As a teenager during the First Intifada, Samer spent five years in an Israeli prison. Today, he works to promote dia…

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#225: 7 Lessons That Made Me a Better Communicator 11:22

3M ago11:22

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#225: Most people think good communication is just about talking well. But the truth is, it’s about listening, presence, and connection. In this episode, I break down 7 lessons that changed the way I communicate. Get ready to learn why understanding comes before being understood, how to use the “A.C.A.” framework to connect instantly, how to remove…

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#224: 5 Relationship Lessons I Learned 10:07

3M ago10:07

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#224: If you don’t put in active effort to keep up the romance and harmony in your relationship, it will eventually fall apart. In this episode, I share 5 relationship lessons that helped me communicate better and stay connected. Get ready to learn why weekly check-ins create alignment, how date nights keep love alive, why understanding personality…

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#223: How I Play With Chaos 14:42

3M ago14:42

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#223: Most people try to avoid chaos—uncertainty, complexity, unpredictability. But chaos isn’t the enemy. It’s the game. In this episode, I break down the 4 universal laws of chaos—entropy, initial conditions, feedback, and non-linearity—and how to use them to make better decisions in business, sales, and life. Get ready to learn why nothing stays…

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#222: The Power of Opposites 22:07

3M ago22:07

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#222: Most people think you have to pick a side—introvert or extrovert, work or play, confident or paranoid. The truth is, greatness comes from being both. In this episode, I break down why binary thinking keeps you stuck, how history’s best athletes and entrepreneurs mastered contradiction, and the 15 paradoxes that can unlock another level of per…

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#3 International Law in the Israeli-Palestinian Context — In Conversation with Dr. Eitan Diamond 56:18

4M ago56:18

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In this episode, Valeska Heldt—Political Officer at the Candid Foundation and a lawyer by training—speaks with legal expert Dr. Eitan Diamond, who sheds light on the growing challenges faced by civil society and humanitarian actors in the Israeli-Palestinian context. He also unpacks the often-confused fields of human rights and humanitarian law, sh…

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#221: How I Built Self-Belief 22:35

4M ago22:35

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#221: Most people think they need to “believe in themselves” to succeed, but that’s the wrong way around. In this episode, I explain why self-belief in your current identity doesn’t work, how to shift your focus to the person you’re becoming, and why goals are really just a call to expand. Get ready to learn why belief follows identity, how to act …

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#220: How I Turn Pain Into Fuel 15:09

4M ago15:09

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#220: Most people numb their pain with quick fixes—Netflix, junk food, scrolling—without realizing it keeps them stuck. In this episode, I explain why pain is the strongest motivator, the difference between coping and transmuting, and how I use discomfort as fuel in the gym, diet, and sales. Get ready to learn why avoidance kills progress, the fast…

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#219: 14 Life Lessons I Wish I Knew at 18 57:55

4M ago57:55

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#219: At 18, I thought success came from being the smartest guy in the room, saying what people wanted to hear, and chasing every new opportunity. I was wrong. In this episode, I share 14 life lessons that would have saved me years of mistakes — from authenticity and disagreement to sacrifice, focus, and cycles of success. Get ready to learn why it…

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#2 Against the Rule of the Sword — In Conversation with Shira Ben-Sasson Furstenberg 54:47

4M ago54:47

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In this episode of the EPICON Podcast, Pascal Bernard (Political Officer at the Candid Foundation) speaks with Shira Ben-Sasson Furstenberg, Associate Director of the New Israel Fund. Together, they explore Shira’s personal story, her faith, her work in Israeli civil society, and her vision for peace in Palestine and Israel. Drawing on her deeply p…

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#218: The Cost of Short-Term Thinking 17:20

4M ago17:20

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#218: Most people choose what feels good now without realizing the hidden cost it creates. From fast food to debt to business shortcuts, short-term thinking slowly destroys progress. In this episode, I explain why chasing instant gratification leads to failure, how to think in second-order consequences, and why choosing the harder path today sets y…

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#217: My Unconventional Diet Explained 16:55

5M ago16:55

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#217: In today’s world, overeating is effortless — the average American eats nearly 900 more calories a day than other developed countries. No wonder sticking to a healthy diet feels hard. In this episode, I share two simple approaches: Alex Hormozi’s protein-first diet and my own routine of eating a few standard meals every day. Get ready to learn…

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12 - The Other Side 36:25

5M ago36:25

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Catch something out of the corner of your eye? The season 2 finale of Zenith starred: Carita LaMorticella as Loralei Feinstein (neé Mason), Marlee Forsyth as June Sanchez, Kelsey Dimka as January Sanchez, Ryan Radis as Boyd Jenkins, Mack Rote as Leo Davies, Isaac Murrell as Owen Lee, Timothy James William Perry as Bill Bridges, Monika Elmont as Mae…

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#216: How I Make Decisions 39:40

5M ago39:40

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#216: Your life is shaped by the decisions you make. Good ones move you forward. Bad ones set you back. In this episode, I share the simple 3-part framework I learned from entrepreneur Sam Ovens that changed how I decide — plus a 4-step method from Alex Hormozi you can use to make a better decision today. Get ready to learn how to cut decision fati…

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11 - Planet B 20:55

5M ago20:55

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Time to meet the mastermind. Episode 11 starred: Carita LaMorticella as Loralei Feinstein (neé Mason), Marlee Forsyth as June Sanchez, Kelsey Dimka as January Sanchez, Ryan Radis as Boyd Jenkins, Isaac Murrell as Owen Lee, Mack Rote as Leo Davies, Monika Elmont as Maeve Williams, and Timothy James William Perry as Bill Bridges. Zenith was created a…

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#1 A Palestinian Armistice Plan — In Conversation with Dr. Jamal Nusseibeh 1:07:48

5M ago1:07:48

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A transition plan for justice, safety, and political renewal in Palestine and Israel In this debut episode of the EPICON podcast, Dr. Jamal Nusseibeh discusses the »Palestinian Armistice Plan«—a bold proposal for a long-term ceasefire, international protection, and a political restart. We explore the broader political context surrounding Netanyahu,…

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#215: Why Focus Beats Intelligence 35:37

5M ago35:37

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#215: We live in a world built to steal your focus. But if you can control your attention, you have a serious edge. In this episode, I break down why attention beats intelligence, how deep work creates unfair advantages, and why most problems are easier to fix than you think. Get ready to learn how to sharpen your focus, the 4 types of safety women…

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10 - Phasing 29:35

5M ago29:35

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Aren't you and I part of the universe? Episode 10 starred: Carita LaMorticella as Loralei Feinstein, Marlee Forsyth as June Sanchez/Newscaster, Kelsey Dimka as January Sanchez, Ryan Radis as Boyd Jenkins, Isaac Murrell as Owen Lee, Julia Colbert Ruiz as Bernadette Caden, Tony Colbert Ruiz as Ollie Caden, Jason Saulog as Cory Feinstein, Monika Elmon…

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#214: Why Boring People Get Rich 15:42

5M ago15:42

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#214: Most people think success means doing more. More habits, more hobbies, more hacks. But that’s wrong. In this episode, I explain why the key to success is living a simple, even boring life — and how energy, clarity, and focus come from doing less, not more. Get ready to learn why early Bezos kept it simple, how I structure my own life to stay …

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9 - Davi 101 27:48

5M ago27:48

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You know how those big tech companies are. Episode 9 starred: Carita LaMorticella as Loralei Feinstein, Marlee Forsyth as June Sanchez, Kelsey Dimka as January Sanchez, Ryan Radis as Boyd Jenkins, Isaac Murrell as Owen Lee, Mack Rote as Leo Davies, Timothy James William Perry as Bill Bridges, Julia Colbert Ruiz as Bernadette Caden, Tony Colbert Rui…

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Phase 1: Recruitment, Grooming & Trust‑Building 6:15

5M ago6:15

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Cruising down the road the other day, Sade’s “Smooth Operator” came on—cool, magnetic, and opening with: “Coast to coast, L.A. to Chicago… love for sale.” That lyric hit me: this is the essence of Phase 1—seduction as a transactional setup. Whether it's a pimp or a narcissistic man, the tune resonates:... Letters From Mother…

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#213: Become a MONSTER 21:51

6M ago21:51

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#213: Most people are told to be nice. Harmless. Play it safe. But what if that’s the worst advice you could follow in a brutal world? Today, I dive into why it’s better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war. Inspired by Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, I explore what it means to become a monster. Get ready to learn why “nice guys” often fini…

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8 - June and January 28:16

6M ago28:16

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You can kid the world, but not your sister. Episode 8 starred: Marlee Forsyth as June Sanchez, Kelsey Dimka as January Sanchez, Mack Rote as Leo Davies, Timothy James William Perry as Bill Bridges/Barista, Ryan Radis as Boyd Jenkins, Jack Molitor as Cameron, Halle Regina George as Dr. Sanders/Protester, and Tony Colbert Ruiz as BBC Newscaster. Zeni…

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#212: This Sales Lesson Changed How I Communicate 35:09

6M ago35:09

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#212: Most people talk too much and say too little. But what if the real power lies in saying less? In this episode, I share the sales lesson that changed how I communicate: be concise. From cutting filler words to writing sharper emails to talking more confidently in real life. Get ready to learn what Paul Graham says about word count, how Mark Cu…

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7 - What Happened to Loralei Feinstein? 20:30

6M ago20:30

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An errand take an unexpected turn. Episode 7 starred: Carita LaMorticella as Loralei Feinstein, Isaac Murrell as Owen Lee, Alanah Ryan as Lucy Langton, Lisa de Los Angeles as Barbara Feinstein, Mackenzie Radis as Young Barbara, Marlee Forsyth as June Sanchez/Waitress, Kelsey Dimka as January Sanchez, Ryan Radis as Boyd Jenkins, Jack Molitor as Jord…

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#211: How to Have an Adventure 37:59

6M ago37:59

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#211: Most people live their lives playing it safe. But what if the real path to meaning is telling the truth—even when it’s uncomfortable? In this episode, I reflect on a powerful idea from Dr. Jordan B. Peterson: that truth is an adventure. I break down what that actually means, why telling the truth is so difficult, and how doing it anyway creat…

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#210: Silvan Krähenbühl – How to Get Your Personal Finances Right 1:43:21

6M ago1:43:21

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#210: Silvan Krähenbühl is an entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host. How do we actually get our personal finances right? Where do we even start? Silvan’s my go-to guy whenever I’ve got questions about this stuff. He built an entire course on personal finance and his setup is unlike anything I’ve seen before. Get ready to learn what you’d need to…

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#209: How I’m Trying to Find My Wife – Zenith Reflections 47:13

6M ago47:13

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#209: After ending a 7.5-year relationship, I now find myself in the position of trying to find the wife I want to spend the rest of my life with. In this episode, I share how I’m attempting to do that — systematically. Plus, a few other reflections from the week, including lessons from my new job in sales. Get ready to learn how I’m trying to find…

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#208: Gary Arndt – Why Switzerland Might Be the Sanest Country in Europe 1:26:04

7M ago1:26:04

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#208: Gary Arndt is a world traveler, daily podcaster, and former tech entrepreneur. After selling his company in the late ‘90s, Gary gave away most of his possessions and set off to visit every country on Earth. From riding in a Formula 1 car and staying overnight on a U.S. aircraft carrier to witnessing revolutions in Thailand and sled dog races …

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#207: The Hidden Damage of Short Form Content 36:12

7M ago36:12

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#207: Many people feel anxious because their brain is overloaded with emotion. In this episode, I break down the hidden damage of short-form content—and why consuming it daily might be the reason you feel scattered, overstimulated, or emotionally fried. Get ready to learn how short-form triggers emotional spikes, what an “emotional hangover” is, an…

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#206: How I Rewired My Brain for Success with Dopamine Transfer 25:58

7M ago25:58

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#206: Most people can’t focus because their brain is addicted to cheap dopamine. In this episode, I break down the concept of Dopamine Transfer—the step-by-step method I used to rewire my brain for deep work, discipline, and long-term success. Get ready to learn what dopamine transfer is, how to lower your stimulation baseline without burning out, …

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#205: David Morris – The 6 Coaching Client Types That Make or Break Your Business 1:41:44

7M ago1:41:44

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#205: David Morris is a Business Coach, E-learning Consultant, and Chief Operating Officer. Most coaches struggle with client retention. They get stuck with unengaged students, low renewal rates, and flaky behavior they can’t explain. David breaks it down. He’s identified six client archetypes that make or break a program — and built systems that r…

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#204: Bo Burlingham – The Cashflow Mistakes That Kill Most Companies 50:24

8M ago50:24

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#204: Bo Burlingham is a legendary business journalist, former editor-at-large at Inc. magazine, and a contributing writer at Forbes. Starting a business today is both easier and harder than ever. Founders have more tools and advice, yet often overlook the basics—like cash flow, culture, and knowing what to say no to. Bo has spent decades studying …

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#203: Miloš Jovanović – Is University Still the Best Way to Learn? 3:32:42

8M ago3:32:42

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#203: Miloš Jovanović is a finance consultant, master’s graduate, and one of my best friends. University degrees are under more pressure than ever. With online programs, coaching, and companies hiring for skills over diplomas, many are asking: is college still the best way to learn — or to acquire high-income skills? Get ready to learn whether univ…

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#202: Lea Bochtler – What It’s Like Running a Coaching Business in China 1:11:46

8M ago1:11:46

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#202: Lea Bochtler is a high-performance coach and Columbia University grad who’s helped 400+ clients level up their performance. What’s it like to grow a coaching business on China’s biggest social platform, WeChat — and serve hundreds of clients in a completely different cultural context? Get ready to learn how Lea grew to 120,000 followers on We…

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#201: How I Fixed My Brain After the Internet Broke It 32:19

8M ago32:19

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#201: Modern life has trained our brains to crave constant stimulation, leaving focus, creativity, and peace harder to find than ever. In this episode, I break down how I unfried my brain after years of internet overload. Get ready to learn why impulse control is the foundation for mental clarity, how boredom can become your brain’s secret weapon, …

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#200: 10 Lessons From 200 Episodes - Professor Sven Voelpel, Dr. Markus Elsässer & Cédric Waldburger 1:08:07

9M ago1:08:07

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#200: To celebrate 200 episodes of Catch The Zenith, I’ve broken down 10 of my favorite lessons, insights, and quotes from the last few years of building, learning, and interviewing world-class performers. Get ready to learn why obsession beats balance, how gratitude creates lasting happiness, why there’s no single path to success, what it means to…

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