Podcast Episodes

028 – Don’t be a CRAP magnet!

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028 – Don’t be a CRAP magnet!

The rule of thumb is, what you are is what you attract.  Learn how to use positive thinking to change your life into the Kickass version you deserve!

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027 – Bestselling Author Stewart Emery shares The 3 Keys to Success!

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027 – Bestselling Author Stewart Emery shares The 3 Keys to Success!

Known as one of the fathers of the human potential movement, and bestselling author of the blockbuster “Success Built to Last”, Stewart Emery joins David in a down to earth chat about the 3 fundamental keys to success that every successful leader has. Stewart also shares the theme of his new book that is certain to enhance every relationship that you currently have, while attracting the type of people you will need in your life in order to be successful, fulfilled and incredibly happy! Learn more about Stewart at http://www.successbuilttolast.com. Thanks for your email shares and your...

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026 – Every Master Was Once a Disaster

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026 – Every Master Was Once a Disaster

One of David’s favorite quotes is “Every master was once a disaster”.  He’s had an amazing journey throughout his career.  Listen to him tell the tale of his most eventful training in front of thousands of people, and how he ended up upside down caught in a...

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025 – Les Brown unwraps your infinite greatness!

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025 – Les Brown unwraps your infinite greatness!

Les Brown is the number one motivational speaker in the world, a renowned speech coach, and best-selling author. Join David and his good friend Les Brown, whose straight-from-the-heart, high-energy, passionate message motivates and engages everyone who listens to step into their greatness and live their dreams. Find out how Les went from poverty to earning $125,000 for one speaking engagement, and how he was able to beat the odds and regain his health after being diagnosed with Cancer of the spine. Be ready to laugh: David and Les always end up in tears whenever they meet! To share the show with 5 friends via email, send them this link:  http://www.thekickasslife.com/pod.  Thanks for all you do! Connect with Les Brown: Twitter: @LesBrown77 Website:  http://www.lesbrown.com...

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024 – The Amazing Power of the Unknown

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024 – The Amazing Power of the Unknown

Join David as he shares his journey into the unknown, and how managing the fight or flight mechanism in his brain opened up a new world of wonder, possibilities, adventure and fun. Its also his Birthday week so check out some of the crazy stats that have happened since he blew out the birthday candles a year ago. Wanna help the show?  Send an email to your 5 coolest friends, and tell them about it!  Simply send them this link:...

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023 – Lisa Nichols (The Secret) Shares Her 3-Step Formula to Success and Self-Love!

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023 – Lisa Nichols (The Secret) Shares Her 3-Step Formula to Success and Self-Love!

Six time best-selling author, world renowned speaker, teacher and coach, Lisa Nichols, is known throughout the world as a breakthrough specialist for the results she helps others achieve. Guest on the self-help phenomenon “The Secret”, Oprah Winfrey, Larry King, and Starting Over, Lisa shares with David a 3 step daily exercise that changed her life. This is a wonderful show where David gets real with his good friend Lisa about her journey from a struggling single Mom living in the bad part of town in LA, to internationally acclaimed and widely respected multi-millionaire entrepreneur.   Learn about the “No Matter What Workshop” here: http://nomatterwhatworkshop.com/   Connect with Lisa on...

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022 – The 7 Steps to Happiness

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022 – The 7 Steps to Happiness

Today David shares a training he teaches in his live shows.  It’s a step by step exercise to help you take control of your own happiness.  Thanks again for all of your great comments on the Facebook page and website, and for those that have left reviews and star ratings on iTunes, you’re making a huge difference to us! Love the show? Want to give back a bit?  We’d like to get 300 reviews and ratings.  We have 89 Right now.  Leave a review and a rating at...

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021 – Howard Martin and The Heartmath Method – GPS for your SOUL!

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021 – Howard Martin and The Heartmath Method – GPS for your SOUL!

Today David interviews Howard Martin. Howard Martin is co-author with Doc Childre of The HeartMath Solution, published in 2000 by Harper San Francisco. He also developed Nightingale-Conant’s tape series, “The HeartMath Method.” Howard is a dynamic speaker, and has delivered hundreds of workshops and keynote addresses to audiences ranging from corporations, to the armed forces, to educators, families, and human service providers. As a key spokesperson for HeartMath, he has conducted hundreds of media interviews. His appearances include CNN Headline News, U.P.I. Radio network, WNBC-TV-New York, WGN-TV-Chicago, Discovery Channel-Beyond 2000, CBN/Canada, New Women, Muscle and Fitness, San Francisco Chronicle, Billboard, and the Boston Globe Check...

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020 – Learn ANYTHING in 30 Days

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020 – Learn ANYTHING in 30 Days

In this week’s solo podcast, David takes a stroll on his property and shares the secret of learning any skill in 30 Days. It’s a huge help! Be sure to rate, subscribe and review the podcast on iTunes…it’s a huge help!  Just pop on over to http://www.thekickasslife.com/pod, click on the “view in itunes” link, and take it from there?  Need help, click the help button at the top of the...

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019 – What Bernie Madoff Couldn’t Steal from Ted Talks Speaker Matt Weinstein

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019 – What Bernie Madoff Couldn’t Steal from Ted Talks Speaker Matt Weinstein

Ted Talks Speaker Matt Weinstein and his wife Geneen Roth, bestselling author of “Women Food and God”, lost everything to white collar criminal Bernie Madoff, who stole $65 Billion Dollars and was sent to prison for 150 years. What they found, however, was they never lost anything that was not replaceable or important. Join David and Matt, who is affectionally known as the founder and “Emperor” of Playfair Inc. Matt’s Ted Talk     Matt is the author of many popular books, including “Managing to have Fun”, “Gently down the Stream”, “Work Like Your Dog”, and “Dogs Don’t Bite When a Growl Will Do.” Matt is the master of FUN and truly leads a kickass life.   Check out Matt’s Bio Here:  http://www.playfair.com/who/matt.htm  ...

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018 – The Secret to Happiness – REVEALED!

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018 – The Secret to Happiness – REVEALED!

David is up at the crack of dawn to record this solo podcast.  He digs down into the true secret to happiness in one’s life.  This one is not to be missed! Remember to subscribe, review, and rate on iTunes!  It gives us a huge boost!...

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017 – Janet Attwood – Find your PASSION

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017 – Janet Attwood – Find your PASSION

New York times bestselling author of “The Passion Test- The Effortless Path to Discovering Your Life Purpose”, Janet Attwood, joins David Wood to share about her life-changing work that has transformed lives all over the world. With over 1000 certified Passion Test Facilitators in 30 countries her Passion Test certification program has directly and indirectly impacted millions of lives Janet’s company Enlightened Alliance was responsible for arranging 70% of the interviews for the International Blockbuster ‘The Secret’ . Janet’s passion for contribution to homeless women and youth in detention earned her The Presidents Volunteer Service Award, the highest award for recognition for volunteer service awarded by the President of the United States. David and Janet enjoy a great friendship and passion for life, people, contribution and fun, which you will easily pick up on as you listen in as David and Janet discuss The Passion Test. Note: The interview gets cut off at the end, sorry about that. Technical difficulties. You can find Janet at http://www.thepassiontest.com/ and on Twitter...

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016 – Cockfight in Bali

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016 – Cockfight in Bali

David gets a rare glimpse at one of the most controversial cultural events in Bali:  A cockfight.  He records the show while at the event, and gets very introspective about absorbing the culture of the place you’re visiting.  Then, he wraps it up from a serene beach setting with Jen. Thanks again for your ratings and reviews on iTunes!  They are making a huge difference!  If you haven’t done it yet, please take a moment to rate and review the show:  http://www.thekickasslife.com/pod  ...

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015 – Carl Studna – Photographer to the Stars

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015 – Carl Studna – Photographer to the Stars

Carl Studna When Carl was 14 he was inspired by an album cover of the Beatles to take up photography, a journey that led him to photographing Paul McCartney and George Harrison many years later as well as many of the worlds most influential and inspiring people, including his holiness the Dalai Lama. He is known worldwide and has graced the covers of many leading publications including Time Magazine and Rolling Stone. Listen in as David and Carl chat about his life, his discoveries and philosophies on how to become fully present, authentic and what it means to let go and live in the moment. What I love most about Carl is how he walks his talk, whenever we are together. Whether he is teaching on stage, clicking away behind the camera, kicking up his heels on the dance floor or goofing around building sand castles on a beach in Hawaii, Carl is always, open, beautiful, authentic and his light is always shining. Find Carl on Twitter @carlstudna, or on his website...

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014 – Skinnydipping in Bali

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014 – Skinnydipping in Bali

Ok, so not totally naked…but David broadcasts an entire episode from a beautiful pool with an infinity edge. (See http://twitter.com/thekickasslife for video touts) Change your life with today’s show!    ...

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013 – Mike Dooley of “Notes From the Universe” , The Secret, and tut.com

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013 – Mike Dooley of “Notes From the Universe” , The Secret, and tut.com

Mike Dooley’s Adventure Club (tut.com) is enjoyed in 200 countries by 500,000 fellow adventurers daily, his New York times best selling books have been translated into 25 languages and his appearance on the International phenomenon ‘The Secret’ helped the world understand that “Thoughts do in fact become things”! Join David Wood and his good friend Mike Dooley as they chat about life, religion, philosophy and success. This interview WILL change your life, if you follow Mike’s advice at the end of the talk. Notes from the Universe Website http://www.tut.com Mike Dooley on Twitter...

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012 – David interviewed by Christian thought leader Dr. Lance Wallnau

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012 – David interviewed by Christian thought leader Dr. Lance Wallnau

In this episode, we’re flipping the script!  Dr. Lance Wallnau (http://www.lancelearning.com) interviews David in this compelling interview. Thanks again for subscribing and leaving reviews on iTunes!  They are making a huge...

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011 – Pat Flynn of smartpassiveincome.com

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011 – Pat Flynn of smartpassiveincome.com

Checking in from Taipei, David interviews one of the biggest influencers of the “You can do it…work from home and spend more time with your family” movement.  Pat Flynn went from a desk job as an architect, to creating an online empire, and is now one of the most sought-after speakers in the blogging and podcasting industry.  Hear his story today, and learn how you too can start creating your empire...

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010 – Airport Inspiration

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010 – Airport Inspiration

David’s on the move, and records a show from the airport.  He’s on the way to Bali, and shares a really inspirational story about how life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% how you react to...

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009 – Dr. John Gray

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009 – Dr. John Gray

With 50 Million books sold in 50 different languages, a featured guest on the International blockbuster ‘The Secret’, author of the best selling book of the 90’s Men and from Mars Women are from Venus, Dr John Gray joins The Kickass Life host David Wood to discuss the secrets of how attract the right partner and how to create a kickass relationship both in and out of the bedroom. John Gray on the Web: http://www.marsvenus.com Tweet him at...

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008 – Tell the Truth

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008 – Tell the Truth

Join David on this solo episode as he shares all the countries that The Kickass Life podcast has been downloaded, and of course some of the crazy stories and friends that make his life so kickass. Listen carefully as he shares a quote that changed his life forever. “Tell the truth all the time with compassion” and how telling the truth is the foundation of a kickass life. Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thekickasslife & Follow us on Twitter:...

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007 – Dr. Lance Wallnau

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007 – Dr. Lance Wallnau

What do best selling author Ken Blanchard, former president of the Ritz Carlton Horst Schulze, the youngest Trump apprentice and Supermodel Kim Alexis, and The KickAss life host David Wood all have in common? They all agree that Lance Wallnau has impacted their lives. Listen in as David and his good friend Lance talk about life, family, and what it takes to be a KickAss “Level Ten Leader” in todays society. Lance on the web: http://lancelearning.com/ Social Media: http://www.twitter.com/lancewallnau...

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006 – Reflections of a Kickass Life!

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006 – Reflections of a Kickass Life!

After a day of filming with best-selling mega-authors John Gray and Jack Canfield, David takes a quiet, reflective morning stroll around Jack Canfield’s...

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005 – Jim Kwik: Learn Anything Faster

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005 – Jim Kwik: Learn Anything Faster

Jim Kwik reads and comprehends a book a day, and recalls the name of everyone he’s ever met. Find out how you can too! This podcast comes with a FREE gift from Jim. Sought after keynote speaker and trainer of TOP business organizations and Universities worldwide, having shared the stage with Sir Richard Branson and his Holiness the Dalai Lama among other notables,  Jim Kwik joins David Wood as they speak about how to maximize your superpower brain, navigate the information overload, and unlock true genius to live and lead a KickAss life. Superhero YOU  Click to learn more about SuperHero YOU As a child, did you ever dream about being a superhero or having actual superhero powers? A hero uses their unique strengths or talents to be a force for good, and save the day. And while you might not ever be able to fly or shoot lasers from your eyes, there is a real power that you have to change your life and even change the world. It’s your BRAIN. And when this power is unleashed, it has the speed and strength to solve almost any challenge. Jim is hosting some of the world’s most amazing minds who are gathering to share the best strategies to overcome personal overload and learn anything in the minimum amount of time. This epic online experience is called “SuperheroYou – Change Your Brain, Change The World.”  Click to learn more about SuperHero YOU (please comment below with the answers to the following questions) What if you could learn, think, read, remember and solve problems with superhero like speed?   Imagine what would you do with these new found superpowers?   What books would you most want to read and finish?   What new subjects could you learn and even master?   What pressing problems would you solve and what would you create?  Click to learn more about SuperHero...

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004 – Steve Jobs is watching every move

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004 – Steve Jobs is watching every move

NOTE: We had a problem with the audio of this podcast. We know it’s kinda low, and a bit staticky. (that’s a technical term you shouldn’t concern yourself with.) Sorry about the inconvenience. Join David as he talks about parenting, being a badass, Leadership, Gallup polls, amazing leaders like Ghandi, Mother Theresa, and The Dalai Lama.  He also answers your Facebook questions and talks about The Universe, and what it means to YOU. Oh, and Steve Jobs...

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003 – Marci Shimoff

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003 – Marci Shimoff

The female face of the biggest self-help book phenomenon in history, “Chicken Soup for the Soul”, with a staggering 6 best-selling titles in the series, including the blockbuster “Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul.” She has sold 14 million books in 33 languages, dominating the New York Times Best Seller List for a total of 108 weeks, making Marci one of the best selling female non-fiction authors of all time. She is a featured teacher in the international film and book phenomenon “The Secret”. Her two new books, “Happy for no Reason” and “Love for no Reason”, are absolutely groundbreaking. Join David Wood as he delves into Marci’s journey of how she went from a “D+” to an “A-” in her own happiness, and along the way interviewed and researched the likes of his holiness the Dalai Lama, and other incredible people who have cracked the happiness code.  Marci is not only incredibly intelligent, passionate and driven woman, she is also a beautiful person inside and out, and I am so glad that we get to hang out as friends and am really excited about co-creating...

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002 – John Assaraf

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002 – John Assaraf

John Assaraf New York Times Best selling author of two books (including ‘The Answer’), entrepreneur, researcher and explorer of consciousness and human behavior, featured guest on the international blockbuster ‘The Secret’, John Assaraff joins David Wood as they discuss the Neuroscience of Success and achieving Peak and Personal Performance by embracing the C.R.A.P in your universe and using it as a springboard to lead a KickAss...

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001 – Introducing David Wood & The Kickass Life!

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001 – Introducing David Wood & The Kickass Life!

Introducing you to Master Trainer David Wood and The Kickass Life Podcast! In this podcast, David will be chatting with some of the worlds most fascinating and influential thought leaders who are impacting the world around us. You are invited to join in as David gets up-close and personal with these amazing people, unlocking their “success code” and letting you discover how these “ordinary” folks have gone on to do extraordinary things in the world, and truly live kickass lives. Davids insights into the human condition, coupled with his uncanny ability to read people from all backgrounds, cultures and mindsets, allow him to cut through the noise and minutia and get to the heart of what really matters,  helping listeners reframe common issues that hold them back, helping them step into and live a life that is truly kickass! Get to know David a bit better in Episode 1, where he shares a great story about a school teacher that had it in for...

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