Super U Podcast

Map Out Your Path to Success

This audio clip from Erik Qualman's #1 bestselling book The Focus Project dives into the advantages of waiting and explains how lot of the times it's better to play the long game.   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com

Eat, Move, Sleep, Connect: The Four Pillars of Longevity

This episode dives into the future of longevity, healthspan, and proactive healthcare with Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, a world-renowned longevity expert and CEO of Optispan. He shares his unlikely "comic book origin story," from playing in rock bands and working blue-collar jobs to becoming a leading scientist at MIT and a founder of multiple longevity initiatives including the Dog Aging Project. The conversation breaks down the difference between lifespan and healthspan, why lifestyle "four pillars" (eat, move, sleep, connect) matter most, and how simple shifts like cutting ultra-processed foods can dramatically improve long-term vitality. Dr. Kaeberlein also explores the promise and pitfalls of AI in healthcare, why longevity is not just for billionaires, and how Optispan aims to use advanced diagnostics and personalized, science-backed care to reclaim 10–20 years of higher-quality life for everyday people. Along the way, he gives pragmatic takes on GLP‑1 drugs, creatine, supplements, microplastics, and the mindset shift of "choose love, not fear" as a guiding principle for a longer, better life.   Dr. Kaeberlein is also the host of The Optispan Podcast, a top-rated show with tens of thousands of loyal listeners. Through both the podcast and his growing Instagram presence (@mkaeberlein), he breaks down complex topics—from gut health to cellular aging—bringing scientific clarity to a crowded wellness landscape.   Is there a guest you want Equalman to interview on the podcast? Do you have any questions you wish you could ask an expert? Send an email to our team: Equalman@equalman.com   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com

The Rule of Three

This audio clip from Erik Qualman's #1 bestselling book The Focus Project explores the "Rule of Three," the idea that information grouped in threes is more memorable for audiences.   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com

The Neuroscience of Time with Olympian John K. Coyle

Equalman sits down with Olympic silver medalist and Emmy-winning NBC sports producer John K. Coyle for a powerful conversation on time, design thinking, and unlocking human potential. From growing up in Michigan and discovering speed skating late, to breaking world records by designing around his unique strengths, Coyle shares how reframing "weakness fixing" into "strength designing" changed his life and career. He dives into his upcoming book "Counterclockwise," explaining the neuroscience of time perception, why life seems to speed up as we age, and how to create more "kairos moments" that make life feel longer and richer. Along the way, John tells unforgettable stories—from winning Olympic silver and an Emmy, to running with the bulls in Pamplona and inspiring a young skater who would later race in an Olympic final—illustrating how memories are the true currency of time. This episode will challenge how you think about success, stress, and how to invest your time for the greatest return. Episode Highlights: John's journey: late start in speed skating, breaking world records, and winning Olympic silver Using design thinking to focus on strengths instead of fixing weaknesses in sport, career, and life The concept of "chronoception," why time feels faster as we age, and how memories are the currency of time Creating "kairos moments" using risk, uncertainty, uniqueness, emotional intensity, beauty, and flow to slow the perceived acceleration of time Practical ways for busy parents and professionals to design surprise-and-delight experiences that expand life through richer memories Time as capital: trading money for time once you're financially secure and intentionally investing in high-return life experiences Stress and flow: why the right kind of stress boosts performance and helps you enter the flow state Storytelling, meaning, and designing moments that are "worth a year" in memory, including Coyle's run with the bulls in Pamplona. Procrastination, pressure, and how John uses deadlines to write books and ship important work. The powerful story of inspiring a young skater who later competes in an Olympic gold medal final—and how that reframed John's own silver medal. Is there a guest you want Equalman to interview on the podcast? Do you have any questions you wish you could ask an expert? Send an email to our team: Equalman@equalman.com 5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling. Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership. Learn more at https://equalman.com

Sitting is the New Smoking

This audio clip from Erik Qualman's #1 bestselling book The Focus Project explores the benefits of standing rather than sitting throughout the workday, highlighting how even small movements can lead to meaningful health and productivity gains.   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com