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Make It a Great One with Dr. Dan: #1 Podcast for Inspiring Conversations to Live and Lead On Purpose

Dr. Dan Peters, Psychologist and Executive Leadership Coach
Mental Health
Parenting
Personal Growth
Resilience
Leadership
Child Development
Trauma
Neurodiversity
Anxiety
Authenticity
Self-Discovery
ADHD
Self-Awareness
Grief
Comedy
Family Dynamics
Self-Compassion
Community Support
Psychology
Personal Development

Make It a Great One with Dr. Dan is your weekly dose of inspiration, purpose, and practical wisdom for living a life aligned with your true self. Hosted by renowned psychologist and executive coach Dr. Dan Peters, this podcast helps you break free from autopilot and step fully into the life you’re meant to live. If you’ve ever wondered if you’re living up to your potential—or how to navigate chall... more

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British figurative sculptor, world champion longbow archer, and deep thinker Ian Edwards joins Dr. Dan on this latest episode about presence, self-awareness, creativity, dyslexia, purpose, and what it means to live a fulfilled life.

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In this latest episode, Dr. Dan sits down with Jay Abbasi, a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, coach, and host of the podcast Unstuck. In 2014, the sudden loss of Jay's father stopped him cold. He was successful on paper, climbing the ranks at Tesla and... more

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Achievement, intelligence, and success are often celebrated as the ultimate markers of a life well-lived. But what happens when reaching every milestone still leaves you feeling empty, exhausted, or disconnected from yourself?

In this episode, Dr. D... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Harmon
Executive leadership coach, speaker and founder of My Impossible
My Impossible
Episode: What Mount Kilimanjaro Taught Me About Resilience, Leadership, and Courage with Jeff Harmon
Chelsea Horton
Somatic coach and educator, founder of Healing Embodied
Healing Embodied
Episode: Why Overthinking Keeps You Stuck and How Embodiment Sets You Free
Matt Young
Peak performance coach and founder of Matt Young Life Coaching (Made in the Mind)
Matt Young Life Coaching / Made in the Mind
Episode: Who Are You Without the Title? Identity, Purpose, and Peak Performance with Matt Young
Sara Hirsh Bordo
Filmmaker, author, founder/CEO of Women Rising
Women Rising
Episode: Why Women Get Sick Trying to Be Good: A Conversation on Autoimmunity & Authenticity Sara Hirsh Bordo
Tom Szaky
Founder and CEO of TerraCycle
TerraCycle
Episode: Building a Business That Matters: Purpose, Courage, and Environmental Leadership with Tom Szaky
Tarah Kerwin
Founder of Relationship Renovation; co-host of Relationship Renovation Podcast
Relationship Renovation
Episode: Stop Blaming, Start Growing: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything in Love and Relationships with EJ and Tarah Kerwin
EJ Kerwin
Founder of Relationship Renovation; co-host of Relationship Renovation Podcast
Relationship Renovation
Episode: Stop Blaming, Start Growing: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything in Love and Relationships with EJ and Tarah Kerwin
Faith Freed
Licensed psychotherapist with 15+ years of clinical experience; author and founder of Freedom, author of DIY Spirituality
Freedom, diyspirituality.com
Episode: DIY Spirituality: How to Find Purpose, Connection, and Inner Peace on Your Own Terms with Faith Freed
Blake Bauer
Internationally best-selling author and speaker
Unconditional Self-Love / author of You Were Not Born to Suffer
Episode: You Were Not Born to Suffer: How to Heal, Find Purpose, and Love Yourself Again with Blake D. Bauer

Host

Dr. Dan Peters
Psychologist and leadership coach hosting weekly conversations that blend expert insight with practical tools for living and leading on purpose.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 384 ratings
  • Dr Dan is Powerful, Compassionate, and Unforgettable

    Tarah & EJ Kerwin here (this is Tarah!) — we had the absolute pleasure of being guests on the *Make It a Great One* podcast with Dr. Dan, and what an incredible experience it was. From the moment we connected, his energy and genuine compassion made me feel completely safe and seen.

    It’s easy to understand how deeply he’s impacted so many listeners through this podcast. The conversation was meaningful, uplifting, and truly memorable.

    Thank you so much, Dr. Dan, for such a thoughtful interview a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Relationship Renovation Tarah
    United States3 months ago
  • Like the title - A great podcast

    This podcast is full of great guests and topics to keep you hooked. I personally gravitate towards the shows on parenting, but I find that all the shows I've listened to have been thought-provoking or inspirational, sometimes both. Also, Dr. Dan asked the questions you wish you could ask if you were sitting with the guests. I'm happy I found it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    11ElizabethB11
    United Statesa year ago
  • Consistently Inspiring

    Every episode has a solid takeaway and lesson if you are open to hearing. In a world full of uncertainty, Dr Dan provides a space of hope and optimism. Deep genuine conversations that can be potentially life changing to those who may need some guidance. I look forward to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chuma96
    United Statesa year ago
  • Recommend to clients all the time

    So insightful and inspiring

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fraidofshadow
    United States2 years ago
  • Interview?

    I think Dr. Dan has interesting perspectives and information. I think this would be a more engaging podcast if there was less paraphrasing what he says and less layering of personal anecdotes (which doesn’t add value. Also, the personal stories are gender biased. Moms do not do ALL the parenting. This sexism annoys listeners of 2023). The patronizing dumbs down the nuggets of wisdom Dr. Dan explains. It would be more effective as a Q and A interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ErycaCT
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some critiques mention pacing or focus on certain topics like parenting.
The show is noted for high-quality guests and thought-provoking questions.
Listeners describe the host as compassionate, insightful, and engaging.
Many appreciate the actionable takeaways and relatable storytelling.
Guests are praised for practical, life-changing guidance.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#70
Finland/Education/Self-Improvement
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#249
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Talking Points

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Why Overthinking Keeps You Stuck and How Embodiment Sets You Free
Q: What differentiates your approach in training practitioners?
A core differentiator is embracing the practitioner's humanity in the room, using embodied empathy and co-regulation to create safety and deepen clients' healing, rather than remaining a neutral, blank slate.
Why Overthinking Keeps You Stuck and How Embodiment Sets You Free
Q: How does embodiment differ from traditional talk therapy?
She describes embodiment as moving beyond cognitive insight to engage the body, allowing energy and emotion to move through, which leads to deeper, lasting change that cognitive work alone often cannot achieve.
Why Overthinking Keeps You Stuck and How Embodiment Sets You Free
Q: What led you to dance movement therapy?
Chelsea explains that a blend of psychology, creativity, and performance drew her to the field, and that she pursued a path that combined her love for movement with helping people heal, ultimately finding a calling in dance movement therapy.
What Mount Kilimanjaro Taught Me About Resilience, Leadership, and Courage with Jeff Harmon
Q: What did the Kilimanjaro climb teach you about resilience and leadership under pressure?
Resilience is a choice to show up with gratitude and presence, not just push through; leadership requires vulnerability, trust, and the willingness to let others carry loads when needed.
What Mount Kilimanjaro Taught Me About Resilience, Leadership, and Courage with Jeff Harmon
Q: How did your life look before your diagnosis, and what changed after?
He described an ordinary life that grew into recognizing a deeper desire for more, which was realized through entrepreneurship and later the Kilimanjaro journey, shifting his approach to leadership and authenticity.

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4. Sara Hirsh Bordo
5. Tom Szaky
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7. EJ Kerwin
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