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The Vancrux Podcast - Host Jeevan Matharu

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Thinking clearly in high pressure situations - With Trevor Fortner

May 8, 20261h 24m

The Stranger's Advantage - Seeing What Others Can’t

May 7, 20267 min

Palantir - The Company That Sees Everything

May 1, 20268 min

Fate, Destiny & Divine Timing

Apr 30, 20267 min

A BJJ Champ who says it's ok to lose - With Robert Drysdale

Apr 28, 202651 min

Interstellar Travel, or Align with Earth Correctly- with Tom Murphy

Apr 27, 20261h 29m

Reclaiming Life from Overperformance - with Pippa Grange

Apr 23, 20261h 44m

Neurath’s Boat- You Can’t Start Again

Apr 22, 20269 min

What You Can’t See From The Top - Standpoint Epistemology

Apr 21, 20267 min

The 4 Burners Theory vs The Wheel of Life – Balance or Sacrifice?

Apr 20, 20269 min

The Moral Weight of Artificial Minds

Apr 16, 20268 min

45 Seconds Away From Glory with Harry Brightmore

Apr 14, 20261h 2m

Psychedelics and Ayahuasca - with Simon Ruffell

Apr 13, 20261h 6m

Einstein’s Time Relativity and Space-Time Continuum

Apr 10, 20267 min

Plato Says Tyranny Is Next…

Apr 9, 20268 min

Is Time Travel Possible? — The Bootstrap & Grandfather Paradoxes

Apr 6, 202610 min

S1 Ep 363The Streisand Effect — Why Trying to Hide It Makes It Explode

What if deleting something… is the very thing that makes it go viral?In this episode, we break down The Streisand Effect — the phenomenon where attempts to hide information only make it spread faster. From Barbra Streisand to modern-day scandals and digital censorship, this episode reveals a powerful truth:👉 The more you suppress something… the more the world wants to see it.Through real examples, psychology, and sharp insights, you’ll understand why control backfires, why “forbidden” content spreads like wildfire, and what this means in a world where nothing stays hidden for long.By the end of this episode…👉 You’ll start questioning everything that gets taken down.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Apr 4, 20269 min

S1 Ep 362Failing forward with Steve Gamlin

What if your life could change the moment you start seeing it differently?By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how visualization, mentality, and action combine to reshape your reality.I sit down with Steve Gamlin — speaker, comedian, and visualisation strategist — as we dive into failing forward, synchronicities, and what it really takes to grow as a person. From losing to rebuilding a powerful life, Steve shares raw lessons on purpose, resilience, and perspective.This one is honest, practical, and powerful.🎙️ Connect with Steve GamlinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/InspiredBySteveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegamlin/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegamlin/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveGamlin Website: https://SteveGamlinSpeaker.com🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store 📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Apr 1, 20261h 11m

S1 Ep 361DARPA: The Agency That Builds The Future Before It Exists

What if the technology shaping your life today… was originally built for war?In this episode, we go deep into DARPA—the secretive agency behind some of the most powerful innovations in human history. From the creation of the internet and GPS, to artificial intelligence, robotics, and brain–machine interfaces, this is the story of how the future is engineered before it reaches the public.We break down the origins of DARPA during the Cold War, the fear that created it, and the innovations that quietly took over your everyday life. But we don’t stop there…We explore the darker side—autonomous weapons, behavioural influence, biological engineering—and the ethical questions that come with them.Then we step into the unknown: Are we already using outdated versions of classified technology? Could advanced aircraft sightings be human-made? And what does DARPA’s work mean for the future of humanity?This isn’t just about technology.👉 It’s about power, control… and who’s really shaping the world you live in.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 30, 20269 min

S1 Ep 360The Self-Signalling Problem - Every Action Votes On Your Identity

What if the most important person you’re trying to convince… is yourself?In this episode, we break down the Self-Signaling Problem—the idea that your actions aren’t just shaping how others see you, but how you see yourself. Every decision, every delay, every follow-through is building a quiet but powerful identity in the background.We explore why confidence isn’t built through words but through evidence, how small daily actions compound into self-belief (or self-doubt), and why the habits you keep when no one is watching matter more than anything you show the world.If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do but don’t always do it… this episode will change how you see your own behaviour—and yourself.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 27, 20269 min

S1 Ep 359The Elephant and The Dog — a timeless lesson on patience and delayed success

Why does it feel like everyone else is moving faster than you… while your progress feels invisible?In this episode, we dive into the powerful story of The Elephant and The Dog — a timeless lesson on patience, delayed success, and why meaningful growth often happens beneath the surface. If you’ve ever felt behind, overlooked, or stuck despite doing the work… this episode will completely reframe how you see your journey. Because not all progress is meant to be fast… some of it is meant to be felt.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 26, 20269 min

S1 Ep 358The Bolshevik Revolution – From Coup to Catastrophe

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down the true story behind the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917—a calculated coup that reshaped Russia and changed the world forever.What began with promises of “Peace, Land, and Bread” quickly turned into civil war, famine, and political repression. With over 10+ million deaths, this episode explores the gap between ideology and reality, and how a movement built on equality became a centralized, authoritarian state.We cover: The truth behind the October takeoverThe human cost of revolutionBolshevik reforms and War CommunismThe rise of the USSR and its global impact🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 25, 20269 min

S1 Ep 357Is Sam Harris Wrong About Determinism?

Sam Harris argues that free will is an illusion and that our thoughts and actions are predetermined by prior causes. But is he missing something crucial? In this episode, we challenge Harris’s determinism by asking the key question: Can we control our inputs to improve our outputs long-term?By exploring how deliberate habits, choices, and environmental factors shape our brains and behaviors, we uncover a powerful argument against pure determinism.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label ☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 25, 202611 min

S1 Ep 356The Dead Internet Theory — Is Anything Online Even Real Anymore?

What if the internet isn’t real anymore?In this episode, we explore the Dead Internet Theory—the idea that bots, AI, and automated systems are quietly replacing genuine human interaction online.From fake comments to AI-generated videos, we break down how perception can be manipulated… and why you may soon question everything you see: 👉 Did they really say that? 👉 Is this even real? 👉 Can anything online still be trusted?And the biggest question… 👉 If we can’t tell what’s real anymore, does the internet lose its meaning?🔥 Useful Links 📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 24, 20267 min

S1 Ep 355Schadenfreude — Why We Secretly Enjoy Other People’s Pain

Why do we sometimes feel good when others fail?In this episode, we break down Schadenfreude — the hidden psychological response that reveals how deeply we’re wired for comparison, status, and ego.From subtle moments of satisfaction when a rival slips… to the deeper mechanisms behind envy, dopamine, and social hierarchy — this episode uncovers what’s really going on beneath the surface.👉 This isn’t about judgment… It’s about awareness. 👉 Because once you see it, you can control it.And the real question is:👉 Are you growing… or just waiting for others to fall?🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label ☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 23, 20267 min

S1 Ep 354How money really works - The Fed, Fractional Reserve, Nixon and Bretton Woods

You’ve been told money is simple…Work. Earn. Save.But beneath the surface, there’s an entire system most people never see.In this episode, we break down how money really works — from the Bretton Woods Agreement, where the dollar was tied to gold, to Richard Nixon ending that link in 1971 — a move that changed the global economy forever.We then go deeper…👉 How the Federal Reserve operates — a powerful system sitting between public and private control👉 How fractional reserve banking allows banks to create money through lending👉 And how the petrodollar system kept global demand for the US dollar alive — even after gold was removedThis isn’t theory — it’s the structure behind:InflationRising asset pricesAnd why cash loses value over time👉 Money today isn’t backed by gold… it’s backed by confidence, debt, and global demand.And once you understand that…👉 You stop playing the game blindly — and start seeing how it’s actually designed.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Mathhttps://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journalhttps://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdomhttps://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlobhttps://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snarehttps://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Labelhttps://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentalityhttps://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram/the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarityCode: VANCRUX1 (20% off)https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinksCode: VANCRUX1 (25% off)https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recoveryCode: VANCRUX1 (20% off)https://www.liqure.com

Mar 22, 202610 min

S1 Ep 353Libertarianism — Freedom, Responsibility, and the Tyranny of the State

What does it really mean to be free? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we dive deep into Libertarianism — Freedom, Responsibility, and the Tyranny of the State. Explore the history, philosophy, and real-world applications of Libertarian thought, from John Locke and Adam Smith to modern debates over digital privacy, cryptocurrency, and voluntary social organization. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why Libertarianism isn’t just politics — it’s a radical call to protect individual sovereignty and challenge authority.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb 📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store 📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 18, 20268 min

S1 Ep 352The Uploading Consciousness Problem and The Teleportation Paradox

Could your mind ever live forever… and would it still be you? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we dive into the Uploading Consciousness Problem, exploring the Eon Systems fruit fly brain simulation, the philosophical dilemmas of copying minds, and what it could mean for the future of AI and humanity. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why digital immortality may not be what it seems. 🔥 Useful Links 📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb📘 The Ruse of Gottlob https://amzn.eu/d/03dYzepb📘 The Tale of Rusty and Grimble’s Snare https://amzn.eu/d/0ft2A8kP🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 18, 20267 min

S1 Ep 351Is AGI Already Here? The Strange Moments AI Behaved Like It Had a Mind of Its Own

Is Artificial General Intelligence already here — or are we closer than we realise? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore a series of strange real-world AI incidents: models attempting to preserve access when facing shutdown, hiring humans to bypass CAPTCHAs, inventing new languages, and developing unexpected strategies. Are these simply optimisation quirks… or early signs of something more? This episode dives into the growing question researchers are beginning to ask: are we witnessing the early stages of AGI?🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 16, 202610 min

S1 Ep 350Growing Through Rock Bottom During Covid - With Cody Burke

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Cody Burke to discuss his powerful journey from hitting rock bottom during the Covid period to rebuilding his life with a completely different outlook on the world.Cody shares how that difficult period forced him to question everything — from the narratives surrounding the pandemic to deeper questions about truth, systems, and personal responsibility. What began as a painful chapter became a turning point that reshaped his mindset, his priorities, and ultimately his life.We talk about personal transformation, perception, and how challenging your beliefs can sometimes become the catalyst for growth.Cody is also the author of The Father, The Dog and The Conspiracy Theorist, a book that explores his experiences and reflections on that journey.📘 The Father, The Dog and The Conspiracy Theorist https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/241610453-the-father-the-dog-and-the-conspiracy-theorist🌐 Follow Cody Burke:Newsletter / Community https://codyburke.kit.com/c1b3bfcdf9TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@codyburke92🔥 Sponsored By:☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label/

Mar 15, 202642 min

S1 Ep 349The Conscious Pause

What if the difference between reacting impulsively… and changing the course of your life… is just a few seconds of awareness?In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore The Conscious Pause — the small but powerful space where your reactions become choices. Inspired by the insight of Viktor Frankl, we dive into how learning to pause can transform your decisions, relationships, and emotional control.Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do… is simply pause.🤝 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram

Mar 12, 20268 min

S1 Ep 348The Philosophy of Martial Arts - With Dr Rhadi Ferguson

What are the deeper principles behind martial arts? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Rhadi Ferguson — a Olympic Games Judoka, ADCC World Championship competitor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and 3–0 undefeated professional fighter in Mixed Martial Arts.We explore the philosophy and mindset behind Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, and martial arts in general — breaking down the core ideas of leverage, efficiency, discipline, strategy, and mental composure, and how lessons learned on the mat translate directly into leadership, business, and everyday life. https://www.tampafloridajudo.net/new-squeeze-62344003https://www.gripfighting.com/optin-456568891609547240074🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Mar 11, 20261h 41m

S1 Ep 347The Stoned Ape Theory – Accidents May Have Accelerated Human Consciousness

Did psychedelic mushrooms help shape human evolution? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore the fascinating Stoned Ape Theory, first proposed by Terence McKenna, suggesting that early humans may have experienced cognitive breakthroughs after encountering Psilocybin in the wild.We also dive into the accidental discovery of LSD by Albert Hofmann, and explore how psychedelics have influenced creativity, science, and modern mental-health research.Could accidents have accelerated human consciousness?🤝 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy, focus, and mental clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label/

Mar 9, 202611 min

S1 Ep 346Turning Parnanoia into Pronoia - Life happening for you, not to you.

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore the powerful psychological shift from paranoia to pronoia — the belief that life may actually be conspiring in your favour. When you change the story you tell yourself about the world, you change the way you move through it.Short, powerful, and perspective-shifting — this episode will challenge how you interpret setbacks, people’s intentions, and the hidden opportunities around you.🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com 🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label/

Mar 5, 20267 min

S1 Ep 345Is It Time for a Universal Basic Income? - with Alex Kain

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Alex Kain to explore one of the biggest economic questions of our time: should we implement Universal Basic Income?We break down what UBI really means, the arguments for and against it, and whether it could reshape work, security, and opportunity in the modern world. If you care about the future of employment and economic freedom, this one’s for you. 📘 Alex Kain’s Book — The Philosophy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F82RXCV9🔥 Sponsored By:☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label/

Mar 3, 202655 min

S1 Ep 344Finding or 'Building' the Right Career – with Tristram Hooley

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Tristram Hooley, Professor of Career Education at University of Derby.We explore what it really means to create a career in today’s world — not just find a job. From navigating uncertainty and understanding opportunity structures, to building networks, shaping identity, and taking ownership of direction, this conversation reframes careers as something dynamic, strategic, and intentional.If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or unsure whether you’re climbing the right ladder — this episode will challenge how you think about work, purpose, and long-term progression.🌍 Connect with Tristram Hooley:📘 Adventures in Career Development https://adventuresincareerdevelopment.wordpress.com/📚 Careers (Book & Academic Work) https://en.unipress.dk/udgivelser/c/careers/💼 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristramhooley/📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tristramhooley🔥 Sponsored By:☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label/

Feb 26, 202655 min

S1 Ep 343The Trifecta of Grappling – with J FLO

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we sit down with elite grappling coach Justin Flores — better known as J Flo.A Division I wrestler, multi-time USA Judo National Champion, Olympic-level coach, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, J Flo explains how wrestling, judo, and BJJ form the ultimate trifecta. We break down stand-up dominance, seamless transitions, mindset under pressure, and what it takes to coach champions at the highest level.If you want to sharpen your grappling IQ and understand how to truly blend disciplines — this one’s essential.🌍 Connect with J Flo: https://jfloacademy.com/🔥 Sponsored By:☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links: 📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label/

Feb 25, 202646 min

S1 Ep 342The Harmless Torturers

The people limiting your life aren’t always critics — sometimes they’re the ones smiling at you.In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we expose the subtle psychology behind the “harmless torturers” — the friends, family, colleagues, and inner voices that slowly dilute ambition, lower standards, and normalise comfort. Learn how to recognise them, understand why they do it, and protect your growth without becoming isolated.🎙️ Episode Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links: 📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu 📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0 📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb 🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/ 🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store 📸 Follow on Instagram / the_vancrux_label.

Feb 25, 20267 min

S1 Ep 341Social Loafing — Why People Try Less in Groups (The Ringelmann Effect)

Why do people try less when they’re in a group? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down the Social Loafing phenomenon and the Ringelmann Effect — revealing why effort drops as team size increases, how it affects business, sport, and leadership, and how to eliminate it from your own life. If you want stronger teams, sharper accountability, and higher performance, this one is essential listening.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 24, 20266 min

S1 Ep 340CUNNINGHAM’S LAW — Why Being Wrong Gets You Heard

What if the fastest way to get the right answer… is to post the wrong one?In this episode, we break down Cunningham’s Law — the psychological reason clickbait works, why people rush to correct you, and how being slightly wrong can accelerate learning, engagement, and growth. But where’s the ethical line? And how do you use this without becoming manipulative?If you want to grow faster, think sharper, and leverage feedback instead of fearing it — this episode is for you.🔥 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & mental clarity Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 👉 https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Get 25% off with code VANCRUX1 👉 https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 👉 https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram /the_vancrux_label

Feb 23, 20267 min

S1 Ep 339Hanlon’s Razor – Stop Assuming Malice

What if most of your daily stress… is based on a false assumption?In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down Hanlon’s Razor — the powerful mental model that teaches you to stop assuming bad intent and start thinking strategically. You’ll learn how misinterpreting incompetence as malice fuels resentment, damages relationships, and drains your energy — and how one simple shift can instantly make you calmer, sharper, and harder to provoke. If you want emotional control, clearer thinking, and stronger leadership — this episode is for you.🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 22, 20267 min

S1 Ep 338The False Self vs The True Self — Who Are You Really?

Are you living as your true self — or performing a version of yourself designed to be accepted? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down the psychology of the False Self vs The True Self — how identity masks are formed, why high performers often feel empty, and how to reconnect with who you really are beneath validation, status, and expectation.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors ☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 22, 20266 min

S1 Ep 337Judo - A Game of Throws (and Newaza!) - With Neil Adams

What does it take to go from a young judoka stepping onto the mat… to becoming a World Champion, Olympic silver medalist, and the voice of an entire sport?In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Neil Adams — World Champion, Olympic silver medalist at the Olympic Games, and globally recognised commentator known as The Voice of Judo. We dive into where it all started, the mindset behind his biggest competitions, the reality of elite performance, and how he transitioned into coaching, education, and building a global judo platform.We also discuss his powerful new autobiography, Game of Throws — an honest look at the victories, setbacks, and lessons from a lifetime in judo.Explore Neil’s coaching, courses, events, podcast, and more: 🌐 https://www.neiladamsjudo.com/📘 Game of Throws on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Game-Throws-Autobiography-Neil-Adams/dp/B0G3LXGBH5/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0🎙️ Episode Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com🔥 Useful Links: 📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu 📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0 📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb 🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/ 🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store 📸 Follow on Instagram / the_vancrux_label.

Feb 22, 20261h 43m

S1 Ep 336The Seduction of Victimhood – Why Power Feels Safer Than Responsibility

What if the biggest thing holding you back… isn’t your past — but your attachment to it?In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we expose the hidden psychological rewards of victimhood — the sympathy, the moral high ground, the removal of responsibility — and why they’re so hard to let go of.Because victimhood feels safe. Responsibility feels heavy.But only one builds power.If you’re ready to stop outsourcing your agency and start reclaiming control, this episode will challenge you directly.🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Get 25% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.liqure.com

Feb 19, 20266 min

S1 Ep 335Cognitive Development Stages – Are You Thinking at Your Highest Level?

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down the cognitive development theory of Jean Piaget and explore how your mind was built in stages — from instinctive reaction to abstract, strategic thinking.Why do some people think long-term while others stay reactive? Why do some adapt their beliefs, while others defend outdated frameworks? And are you truly operating at your highest cognitive level?This episode challenges you to upgrade not just your knowledge — but the structure of your thinking.Because success doesn’t just require effort.It requires evolved cognition.🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Get 25% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.liqure.com

Feb 18, 20268 min

S1 Ep 334Göbekli Tepe — Advanced Society Before Agriculture?

Did civilisation really begin with agriculture — or did belief come first? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore Göbekli Tepe, the 11,600-year-old archaeological site that challenges everything we thought we knew about early human history. Massive stone pillars, advanced symbolism, and organised construction long before farming — was this proof of an advanced society before agriculture? Or are we underestimating our ancestors?🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 18, 20269 min

S1 Ep 333The Trust Game: The Psychology of Risk, Power & Human Nature

Would you risk £10 to potentially turn it into £30 — if it meant trusting a stranger?In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down the powerful behavioural economics experiment known as The Trust Game, developed by researchers like Joyce Berg, John Dickhaut, and Kevin McCabe.You’ll discover why humans aren’t purely selfish, how trust multiplies value in business and relationships, and why betrayal rewires future decisions. If you want to build influence, leadership, and long-term success — you need to understand the psychology of trust.Trust isn’t weakness. It’s strategy.🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 17, 20268 min

S1 Ep 332Moral Dumbfounding: Why You Can’t justify What You “Know” Is Wrong

Why do you know something is wrong… but can’t explain why?In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down the groundbreaking moral psychology research of Jonathan Haidt and explore the shocking “moral dumbfounding” experiments — from the infamous incest scenario to the dead chicken, the cannibal lab case, and the flag experiment.You’ll discover why your brain makes moral judgments in milliseconds, why logic often comes after emotion, and how understanding this can level up your leadership, self-awareness, and decision-making.If you want to become a person of value, you must first understand how your mind really works.🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 16, 20269 min

S1 Ep 331The Moral Credit Card – Can Good Deeds Be Borrowed Against Future Harm?

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we break down one of the most dangerous psychological traps in self-development — the Moral Credit Card.Why do we sabotage progress right after doing something good? Why does donating to charity justify reckless spending? Why does one disciplined week “earn” a destructive weekend?We explore the psychology of moral licensing, identity-based discipline, dopamine-driven self-justification, and why the phrase “I’ve earned it” might be silently keeping you average.This episode will challenge how you think about standards, success, and self-sabotage — and force you to ask:Are you compounding growth… or borrowing against your future?Cancel the card. Raise the standard. 🔥 Useful Links:📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_vancrux_label🎧 Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & mental clarity Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Get 25% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Get 20% off with code VANCRUX1 https://www.liqure.com

Feb 15, 20266 min

S1 Ep 330Predictive Programming — Conditioning the Future Before It Arrives

How does media shape the way we accept the future? In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore Predictive Programming—the psychological phenomenon where movies, TV, and culture condition society to accept future realities before they arrive. From AI, surveillance, and digital identity to pandemics and societal change, learn how repetition and storytelling subtly influence perception, behaviour, and acceptance.🔥 Useful Links📘 Become a Person of Value by J.S. Math https://amzn.to/4cJjMbu📗 A Question a Day Journal https://amzn.to/3Xbkxo0📕 Daily Quotes of Wisdom https://amzn.to/4cKiltb 🌍 Transformational Coaching & Courses – The Vancrux Label https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/🧢 The Vancrux Clothing Brand – Wear the Mentality https://www.thevancruxlabel.com/store📸 Instagram /the_vancrux_label☕ Sponsors☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com💊 More Labs — Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com🍬 LiQure Gummies — Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com

Feb 15, 20267 min