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The Greatness Machine

Darius Mirshahzadeh | YAP Media
Entrepreneurship
Personal Growth
Personal Development
Leadership
Mental Health
Relationships
Stoicism
Anxiety
Artificial Intelligence
Mindfulness
Business Growth
Gratitude
Core Values
Private Equity
Meditation
Wealth Creation
Networking
Business Partnerships
Nutrition
Loyalty

The Greatness Machine is on a Quest to Maximize the Human Experience! Join Award Winning CEO and Author, Darius Mirshahzadeh (pron. Mer-shaw-za-day), as he interviews some of the greatest minds in the world―turning their wisdom and experience into learnings and advice you can use in your life so that you can level up and create greatness. Join Darius as he goes deep with guests like: Moby, Seth Go... more

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In this episode of The Greatest Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh interviews John Berkowitz, a serial entrepreneur who built multiple successful companies in the real estate and technology sectors. John shares his journey from failed pharmaceutical s... more

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On today's episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is flying solo, sharing a unique story he experienced about the time a chance get-together with a friend lead to an encounter with Elon Musk... a meeting that still leaves him with deep questions.

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In this inspiring episode of The Greatness Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with legendary author Steven Pressfield to discuss his newest novel "The Arcadian" and dive deep into the creative process. Pressfield, author of over 20 books inc... more

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Recent Guests

Elena Cardone
Visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, investor, and author of Build an Empire, How to Have It All
Cardone Group / Grant Cardone Foundation
Episode: 431 | Elena Cardone | Build an Empire: How to Have it All
Don Jose Ruiz
Best-selling author, modern-day shaman, Toltec Master of Transformation
Toltec tradition
Episode: TGM Classic | Don Jose Ruiz | Living Fearlessly: The Toltec Approach to Personal Transformation
Sean Clayton
Marketing executive and entrepreneur with a portfolio of brands and AI-driven marketing products
Myosin.io; Mindful Ventures; Halo Collar; The Miracle Academy
Episode: 430 | Sean Clayton | From Prison to Purpose: How Losing Everything Unlocked a Life of Greatness
Walker Deibel
Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Buy Then Build
Acquire and Build / Buy Then Build
Episode: 428 | Walker Deibel | Buy Then Build: How Acquisition Entrepreneurs Outsmart the Startup Game
AJ Jacobs
New York Times bestselling author; immersive journalist; host of The Puzzler podcast
Author and journalist
Episode: TGM Classic | AJ Jacobs | The Year of Living Constitutionally: One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Constitution's Original Meaning
Dr. Jenelle Kim
Ninth-generation doctor of traditional oriental medicine, founder of JBK Wellness Labs
JBK Wellness Labs
Episode: 425 | Dr. Jenelle Kim | The Korean Art of Living Well: The Eight Keys of Living Meditation for Balance and Transformation
Daniel Coyle
Author and researcher focused on group dynamics and performance
Author of Flourish; author of The Culture Code
Episode: 423 | Daniel Coyle | Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment
Chris Pronger
NHL Hall of Famer, author of Earned: The True Cost of Greatness
Former NHL player
Episode: 422 | Chris Pronger | Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey's Fiercest Competitors
Keith Ferrazzi
New York Times bestselling author; former CMO of Deloitte Consulting and Starwood
Author; Consultant
Episode: TGM Classic | Keith Ferrazzi | Never Lead Alone: 10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship

Host

Darius Mirshahzadeh
Host of The Greatness Machine; known for leading insightful, high-energy interviews with founders, leaders, and creators.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • Insightful and Inspiring

    I’ve followed Darius on LinkedIn for the past four years. His podcast clips are some of the only ones I stop to watch because he has such a wide variety of guests, it’s well produced, and the content he creates to continue spreading the message of his guests is best in class - inspiring and insightful. Check it out and give him a follow on LinkedIn while you’re at it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RachelDruck
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show!

    I love this show! Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    d0000_
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Darius!

    Amazing podcast!!!!! Brilliant

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Greenstein
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspirational and Eye-Opening!

    I recently listened to the episode - "223 - Shayla Gifford - From College Dropout to Game-Changing Entrepreneur" - and was thoroughly impressed. The host's ability to delve deep into Shayla Gifford's journey, from facing societal expectations as a college dropout to emerging as a game-changing entrepreneur, was captivating. The episode was not only informative but also incredibly inspiring. It's a testament to the quality and depth of content that "The Greatness Machine" consistently delivers. H... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Highly recommend!

    I recently discovered The Greatness Machine and I’m so glad I did! I’m consistently impressed by the engaging conversations, insightful content, and actionable ideas. I truly learn something every time I listen. Thanks so much Darius for putting out such an incredible podcast. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mvelasco07
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging conversations with diverse, high-caliber guests.
Host blends storytelling with practical, actionable insights.
Energetic, entertaining interviews that stay informative and useful.
Production quality is strong with consistent value across episodes.
Guests are often high-profile and bring authentic, growth-minded perspectives.

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TGM Classic | Don Jose Ruiz | Living Fearlessly: The Toltec Approach to Personal Transformation
Q: What is the number one barrier to creating greatness that you've overcome in your life and how have you overcome it?
The barrier was disrespect and self-judgment; by rebuilding self-respect and integrity, and choosing to live in alignment with a personal masterwork, I shifted from seeing myself as a victim to an artist of my life.
431 | Elena Cardone | Build an Empire: How to Have it All
Q: How did Elena and Grant define their roles in the marriage and business?
They established explicit, pre-marital agreements about who handles what, creating a framework where Elena would lead at home while Grant led the business, and they evolved these roles as needed to support their growth.
431 | Elena Cardone | Build an Empire: How to Have it All
Q: What was Elena's origin story and what pulled her toward LA and show business?
Elena describes growing up in New Orleans with a tough early life, moving to Los Angeles at 17 to pursue acting and modeling as a way out of pain, and ultimately shifting to supporting Grant's business to build a larger enterprise.
TGM Classic | Jason Redman | Former Navy SEAL on Leading Through Tough Times and Earning Trust
Q: What is the number one barrier to creating greatness that you've overcome in your life?
Self-doubt and the internal voice telling you that you can't do it, but the difference between success and failure is getting off the X, taking action, and ignoring the negativity.
425 | Dr. Jenelle Kim | The Korean Art of Living Well: The Eight Keys of Living Meditation for Balance and Transformation
Q: What are the eight keys of living meditation?
They are: know your true self; the true right and correct method; stop being drunk on your own thoughts; how will you be remembered (legacy); seek connectedness and honor; change your reality for the better; one match to light a thousand; be like bamboo.

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A high-energy interview-focused show centered on entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. Conversations span origin stories, industry disruption, and performance development, often weaving in actionable takeaways for building scalable businesses, improving mindset, and maximizing impact. Notable is the host's ability to blend practical business lessons with storytelling, celebrity entrepreneurs, and resilience-focused leadership, making it appealing to growth-minded professionals seeking real-world insights and inspiration. The format frequently includes deep-dive narratives, founder journeys, and thought-provoking perspectives across tech, media, real estate, and wellness—with sponsor integrations woven into episodes.

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Recent guests on The Greatness Machine include:

1. Elena Cardone
2. Don Jose Ruiz
3. Sean Clayton
4. Walker Deibel
5. AJ Jacobs
6. Dr. Jenelle Kim
7. Daniel Coyle
8. Chris Pronger

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