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The James Smith Show

James Smith
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I chat to people smarter than me, hopefully, you'll enjoy listening.

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Latest Episodes

Sam Dutney is a former school director of sport and rowing coach who now runs Top Crew Academy, an online coaching service for rowers. He joins James Smith to talk about fatherhood, fear and quitting a secure school job to go full time, how a $20,000... more

Christian Ozbek joins James Smith to talk about the harsh realities of training Brazilian jiu-jitsu and why most grapplers struggle to earn money. They cover fighting heavyweights, judo versus jiu-jitsu rules, why judo conditioning is so brutal, the ... more

Ollie Marchon joins James Smith for a business masterclass on what it really takes to build a fitness brand in the UK right now. A former professional rugby player turned coach, Ollie started out cold calling leisure centre members and training clien... more

Olly Staniland joins James Smith to break down what actually makes a YouTube video work. Olly works on James's YouTube channel and, like James, studied under Ed Lawrence. They go through real thumbnails and analytics from James's channel, why one vid... more

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Recent Guests

Christian Ozbek
Brazilian jiu-jitsu and judo competitor and instructor
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Episode: Christian Ozbek: The Truth About Fighting Heavyweights, Injuries, and Money in Jiu-Jitsu
Ollie Marchon
Former professional rugby player, fitness coach and founder of Marchon
Marchon
Episode: The Truth About Rugby, Rejection, and Running a Fitness Empire: Ollie Marchon
Ross Edgley
British endurance swimmer and author
Self-Authored works and public speaking
Episode: Ross Edgley: How To Become DANGEROUSLY Self-Motivated
Allan Barratt
Founder of Grenade, protein bar entrepreneur
Grenade
Episode: $1b Founder: The Truth About Building A 10 Figure Business (Alan Barratt)
Rebecca Oliver-Mooney
Founder of Raising The Glass
Raising The Glass
Episode: The Truth About GLP-1s, Menopause, And Female Founders (Rebecca Oliver-Mooney)
Jason Fox
Former UK Special Forces soldier and television personality, co-founder of Ultra 4 Charity
Ultra 4 Charity / Thru Dark
Episode: The Truth About Balding, Booze, And Being A Dad At 50 (Jason Fox)
Frank Greeff
Australian chef turned tech founder, co-founder of RealBase and Kinso
Kinso; RealBase
Episode: What Actually Happens To Your Taxes? : Frank Greeff
Andrew Jenkins
Traitors Star, mental health advocate and motivational speaker
Yoga/fitness and media presence (as referenced in episode)
Episode: Traitors Star Andrew Jenkins: The Problem With Mental Health
Tom Hawley
Co-founder and director of Azura Financial
Azura Financial
Episode: Why The Aussie Economy is F*cked

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James Smith
Host of The James Smith Show; frequently hosts discussions around entrepreneurship, branding, and personal development.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 16.3k ratings
  • BJJ

    Got me into BJJ!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emilio P-G
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • James has gone up levels

    Always loved James from his very early days ,, but he’s gone up levels with some of these podcasts, please keep them up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dessie2407
    Ireland9 months ago
  • Really Amazing Guests

    Great Guests, James is smart but fun to listen to, doesn’t try to act smarter than he is either. Lets the guest have the spotlight mostly too when needed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I have a name maybe
    United States9 months ago
  • Cracker pod

    Love the poddy mate, I look forward to each episode. Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brycepepper
    Australia9 months ago
  • Worth a Listen

    Insightful, Honest, Real, Great Guests and Interesting Topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cynthia F Oz
    Australia10 months ago

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Shows with strong guests and practical takeaways.
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Christian Ozbek: The Truth About Fighting Heavyweights, Injuries, and Money in Jiu-Jitsu
Q: What would you say to young competitors that maybe are jiu-jitsu enthusiasts, but they haven't really done much competing?
Ozbek recommends competing regularly because repeated competition makes the experience feel more natural and helps athletes take risks instead of becoming cagey.
Christian Ozbek: The Truth About Fighting Heavyweights, Injuries, and Money in Jiu-Jitsu
Q: Tell me a bit about your jiu-jitsu history.
Ozbek says he grew up doing judo after being pinned by an international competitor who visited his school when he was seven, and he continued training judo for years before moving into jiu-jitsu.
The Truth About Rugby, Rejection, and Running a Fitness Empire: Ollie Marchon
Q: Where do you see the opportunity right now?
Marchon sees opportunity in coached, progressive group fitness, particularly strength and conditioning programs that provide structure and personalization while serving more members than one-to-one training.
The Truth About Rugby, Rejection, and Running a Fitness Empire: Ollie Marchon
Q: If you had to restart today, would you say bricks and mortar is the way, online is the way, or should someone do one and then the other?
Marchon says the choice depends on the individual, but coaches should build in-person experience before moving online. A combination can offer the benefits of real-time coaching and digital scale.
The Truth About GLP-1s, Menopause, And Female Founders (Rebecca Oliver-Mooney)
Q: What barriers do female founders face, and what practical steps can help them overcome them?
Barriers include implicit bias, access to capital, and balancing family responsibilities; practical steps include building a strong tribe, mentorship, flexible work policies, and creating equitable pathways for return-to-work after childbirth.

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What is The James Smith Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical entrepreneurship, personal development, and high-performance living, often pairing a candid host with guests who have built brands, scaled businesses, or mastered challenging fields. Episodes frequently cover founder journeys, market strategy, leadership, and mindset, with blunt discussions about taxes, economics, and work-life balance. A standout factor is the mix of revenue-focused founders, seasoned negotiators, high-achievers from sports and fitness, and notable thought leaders, creating actionable takeaways for listeners aiming to grow businesses, optimize personal performance, or navigate complex markets. The format tends to blend gritty, real-world experiences with big-picture strategy, offering listener... more

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Recent guests on The James Smith Show include:

1. Christian Ozbek
2. Ollie Marchon
3. Ross Edgley
4. Allan Barratt
5. Rebecca Oliver-Mooney
6. Jason Fox
7. Frank Greeff
8. Andrew Jenkins

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