The Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast
<p>Conversations with world-class entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders sharing practical strategies to build wealth, create freedom, and design a life of impact.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by Daniel Wood of the Swedish Wealth Institute. </p>
Episodes
Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus | John Gray on Love, Stress & Better Relationships
Why do men and women often misunderstand each other—even when they both have the best intentions?In this episode, Daniel Wood sits down with legendary relationship expert John Gray, author of the international bestseller Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, to discuss the psychology, biology, and communication patterns that shape modern relationships.Together, they unpack how men and women res
How to Rewrite Your Life Story | Celine DaCosta on Purpose, Healing & Authentic Success
We all inherit a story.Our family, culture, upbringing, beliefs, and life experiences shape how we see ourselves and what's possible. But what if that story isn't the one you're meant to live?In this powerful conversation, Daniel Wood sits down with USA Today bestselling author Celine DaCosta to discuss storytelling, purpose, visibility, healing, and what it truly means to become th
How to Become a TEDx Speaker | The Proven Formula for Landing Your TEDx Talk
Millions of people dream of giving a TEDx Talk.Very few understand what it actually takes to earn one.In this episode, Daniel Wood sits down with speaker coach and TEDx curator Tara Lafon Gooch to break down the entire TEDx process—from finding an idea worth sharing to crafting a talk that captures attention and opens doors.If you've ever wanted to become a TEDx speaker, build your personal b
Ep 41: Nilke's Story - Part 5: How Michael Jordan Made Nike a Global Empire
Most people know Nike as the world's biggest sports brand. Few know how close it came to missing the opportunity that changed everything.In the final episode of our Nike series, Daniel Wood brings together every chapter of Phil Knight's remarkable journey—from a young entrepreneur with an idea to the company that transformed the sports industry forever.This episode follows Nike through i
Ep 40: Nike's Story Part -4: The Swoosh, the Cortez & Phil Knight's Biggest Gamble
Most people recognize the Nike Swoosh. Few know the incredible story behind how it came to exist.In Part 4 of our Nike series, Daniel Wood follows Phil Knight through one of the most defining chapters in the company's history. Blue Ribbon Sports is growing rapidly, but behind the scenes, the business is hanging by a thread. Banks are pulling credit, shipments keep arriving late, and the partn
Ep 39: Nike's Story-Part 3: How Phil Knight Built Nike One Pair at a Time | The 14-Month Wait That Changed Everything
Most people know Nike as one of the biggest brands in the world. Few realize the company almost never got off the ground.In Part 3 of our Nike series, Daniel Wood follows Phil Knight through the most frustrating period of his entrepreneurial journey. After convincing a Japanese manufacturer to work with him, Phil waits an unbelievable 14 months for his first shipment of shoes while everyone around
Ep 38: Nike's Story-Part 2: Phil Knight’s $50 Gamble That Changed Sports Forever
Most people know Nike as one of the biggest brands in the world. Few know how it actually started.In Part 2 of our Nike series, Daniel Wood follows 24-year-old Phil Knight as he arrives in Japan with nothing more than an idea, a market analysis, and a dream. What happens next sounds almost impossible.With no company, no employees, no inventory, and no money, Phil walks into the headquarters of Jap
Ep 37: Nike's Story-Part 1: Phil Knight’s Incredible Journey Before Nike Existed
How does one of the world's most iconic brands begin?Not with millions of dollars.Not with investors.Not with a perfect business plan.It started with a young man who borrowed money from his father, got rejected by banks, struggled with self-doubt, and became obsessed with a simple question:Could Japanese running shoes compete with industry giants like Adidas and Puma?In this special episode o
Ep 36: From Bankruptcy & PTSD to Building a Global Brand | The Hood Motivator JR McIntire
What happens when you lose everything?In this powerful episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with JayR McIntyre — better known as “The Hood Motivator” — to talk about war, trauma, bankruptcy, rebuilding your identity, and turning pain into purpose.JayR McIntyre opens up about growing up around violence, joining the Army after 9/11, serving multiple deployments in I
Why 94% of Employees Would Rather Quit Than Have One Hard Conversation | Tessa White
Most people would rather quit their job than have one uncomfortable conversation.In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Tessa White — better known online as “The Job Doctor” — to talk about why modern careers are breaking people, why workplace conflict is being avoided at all costs, and what actually creates long-term career growth in today’s rapidly ch
Ep 34: The New Woo: Sleep, Stress & the Future of Wellness - Lawrence Ellyard
Most people wait until their body breaks down before they start paying attention.But what if wellness is less about fixing yourself later — and more about building the right rhythm now?In this episode, Lawrence Ellyard joins Daniel Wood to talk about wellness, longevity, mindfulness, and what he calls “The New Woo” — the growing shift where practices like breathwork, cold exposure, sauna, groundin
Why Being Different Is Your Advantage | Valeriya Hjertenaes
Most people spend years trying to fix what makes them different.In reality, that difference might be the exact thing that sets them apart.In this episode, "Valeriya Hjertenaes " shares her journey from struggling with OCD and seeking help in a mental health institution to becoming Miss World Norway and building a global platform around neurodiversity and leadership.This conversation cha
Why You Can Achieve Success But Not Keep It | Ozana Giusca
Most people don’t fail because they lack strategy. They fail because they can’t hold what they create.In this episode, Ozana Giusca explains why high achievers often experience cycles of growth and collapse—and what’s really happening beneath the surface.From identity patterns to nervous system limits, this conversation reveals why success alone isn’t enough.It’s not about getting there. It’s abou
How to Build Real Connections (Even If You Struggle With People) | Jennifer K. Hill
Most people don’t fail in leadership because they lack skill.They fail because they can’t connect.In this episode, Daniel Wood sits down with Jennifer K. Hill—one of the most connected people in the world—who shares how she went from self-hatred, broken relationships, and what she calls her “asshole era”… to building life-changing relationships at scale.This is not theory. This is lived transforma
Why You’re Not Growing Online (And How to Fix Your Visibility) | Aldwyn Altuney
You’re posting content. You’ve got a message. So why are you still not breaking through?In this episode, Daniel Wood sits down with media expert Aldwyn Altuney (The Media Queen), who shares what actually separates people who grow fast online… from those who stay invisible.The truth is simple: It’s not your message. It’s how you package and position it.With over 40 years of experience across TV, ra
Why High Performers Burn Out (Functional Freeze Explained) | Petra Brunnbauer
You’re still showing up. Still producing. Still pushing forward. So why do you feel numb, overwhelmed, or disconnected?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Petra Brunnbauer, an expert in nervous system regulation and functional freeze — a hidden state where high performers appear successful on the outside but are shutting down internally.Most people t
Ep 28: Why You Self-Sabotage Success (Even When You Know Better) | Ceil Stanford
Why do people sabotage their own success — even when they know exactly what to do?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Ceil Stanford, a high-performance coach who has worked with Robert Kiyosaki and Blair Singer.Ceil breaks down the real reason behind self-sabotage — and why it has nothing to do with intelligence, effort, or opportunity.Most people do
Ep 27: Arthur Samuel Joseph on Vocal Awareness, Mastery, Presence & Using Your Voice With Power
What if the real power in communication isn’t your words… but the energy, breath, and presence behind them?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Arthur Samuel Joseph — one of the world’s leading communication strategists and the founder of Vocal Awareness.Arthur has coached some of the most influential people in the world, including Tony Robbins, elite
Ep 26: Sharon Jessop on 102 Half Marathons, Mental Toughness & Turning Purpose Into Discipline
What would it take for you to keep going… when your body is breaking, your mind is doubting, and quitting feels justified?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Sharon Jessop — endurance athlete, speaker, and conservation advocate — who ran 102 consecutive half marathons while raising awareness for rhino conservation.This isn’t just a story about runnin
Ep 25: Steve Farber on Love in Business, Culture That Drives Loyalty, and Why Great Teams Commit Instead of Comply
What if the real edge in business isn’t hustle, strategy, or even talent… but love?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Steve Farber — leadership expert, culture strategist, and author of Love Is Just Damn Good Business — to unpack a word most leaders avoid and almost every great company needs more of.Steve explains why the strongest businesses don’t
Ep 24: Dr. John Demartini on Values, Motivation, and Why Your Emotions Aren’t What You Think
What if the reason you need motivation… is because you’re chasing the wrong values?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Dr. John Demartini — researcher, author, and human behavior expert — to break down what truly drives performance, discipline, and fulfillment.Dr. Demartini explains that every human being lives by a hierarchy of values — and your lif
Ep 23: Jane Gunn on Conflict “Magic,” The Murky Swamp, and Winning Without Losing the Relationship
What if the real cost of conflict isn’t the argument… but what it quietly destroys after?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Jane Gunn — a mediator and conflict resolution expert who has spent decades helping people, businesses, and major institutions handle high-stakes disputes without burning everything down.Jane breaks conflict down in a way that
Ep 22: Sandy Cohen on Focus Under Pressure, “Now What?”, and Building Unshakable Confidence
Talent gets you in the room. Focus keeps you there.In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Sandy Cohen — a mindset development coach who has worked with elite performers, including professional athletes and Olympians.This isn’t a sports-only conversation. Sandy breaks down what separates “almost great” from world-class in any field: business, leadership,
Ep 21: Jenna Jameson: Scarcity, Mainstream Marketing, and the $100M Club Jenna Exit
What does it actually take to rise above everyone else in a brutally crowded industry—and turn personal talent into a company worth over $100 million?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Jenna Jamison to break down how she transformed herself from a performer into a business operator, brand architect, and ultimately the founder of Club Jenna—one of th
Ep 20: Michael Clark on AI, UBI Myths, Data as the New Utility & Why Humans Still Matter
What if the biggest risk with AI isn’t the tech… but the way we’re thinking about it?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Michael Clark — author of Our Moment and a global advisor on the future of work, data, and AI. Michael has advised executives, central banks, and governments, and previously led global digital transformation strategy consulting at
Ep 19: AI for Entrepreneurs: Facts Over Stories, Better Decisions Faster (Jairek Robbins | Tony Robbins’ Son)
Most entrepreneurs think they know how they’re doing — until the numbers say otherwise.In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Jairek Robbins, entrepreneur and performance coach (and yes, the son of Tony Robbins) for a conversation that cuts through the hype and gets real about AI, decision-making, and what actually drives business results.Jairek explain
Ep 18: Marquez Ogden on Losing It All, Rebuilding from Rock Bottom & Moving Like a Bison Through Life
What happens when you reach the top — and then lose everything?In this powerful episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Marquez Ogden, former NFL offensive lineman turned entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and business leader, for one of the most raw and honest conversations we’ve had on the show.Marquez shares his full story — from being drafted into the NFL, build
Ep 17: Mark Victor Hansen: Chicken Soup for the Soul, 144 Rejections & the Sales Mindset Behind 600M+ Books
How does a book get rejected 144 times… and still become one of the biggest publishing success stories in modern history?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Mark Victor Hansen — co-creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul and one of the most prolific authors in the world — to break down what really happened behind the scenes: the partnership with Jack Ca
Ep 16: Stephen Shapiro on Innovation, Differentiation & Why Most Companies Solve the Wrong Problems
Being “busy” can feel productive — but it’s often the clearest sign you’re working on the wrong things.In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with innovation expert and author Steven Shapiro to break down why most companies struggle to innovate — even when they have smart people and plenty of ideas.Steven explains the two biggest reasons innovation fails: te
Ep 15: Brian Proctor: Bob Proctor’s Private Lessons, “Act As If” & The Mindset That Creates the Top 1%
What if the reason some people rise faster has nothing to do with talent, luck, or strategy… and everything to do with what they were taught at home?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Brian Proctor — son of legendary thought leader Bob Proctor and author of My Father Knew The Secret — for a rare behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world’s most
Ep 14: Robert Kiyosaki: Rich Dad Poor Dad, Cashflow 101, and the Skills That Build Wealth
Few books have shaped how people think about money like Rich Dad Poor Dad.In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Robert Kiyosaki for a wide-ranging conversation on money, skills, failure, and financial education — from the untold stories behind Rich Dad Poor Dad to why Kiyosaki believes most people were never taught how money actually works.Robert share
Ep 13: Darren Winters: Investing in 2025, Simple Trading Rules & the Market Crash Setup
What if investing could be simple, clear, and grounded in rules instead of emotion?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Darren Winters, one of Europe’s most respected investment trainers, to unpack the mindset and strategies behind long-term financial confidence.Darren shares his journey from deep debt and a £30,000 loss to learning directly from worl
Ep 12: Jack Canfield: Success Principles, Purpose & the Habits Behind 600 Million Books Sold
What if success had nothing to do with talent, luck, or background — and everything to do with a few simple choices you repeat every day?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Jack Canfield, co-creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul (600+ million copies sold), author of The Success Principles, and one of the most influential teachers in personal developme
Ep 11: Eric Edmeades: WildFit, the Human Diet & Why Modern Health Is Broken
What if your health struggles had nothing to do with willpower — and everything to do with evolutionary mismatch?In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Eric Edmeades, founder of WildFit, expert in human behavior, and one of the most insightful voices on evolutionary nutrition and food psychology.Eric reveals why modern society has taken us out of our na
Ep 10: The Science of Lasting Happiness with Marci Shimoff | Build Your Inner Home for Joy & Wealth
What if true happiness had almost nothing to do with your job, your money, your relationship, or your circumstances? In this powerful episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with Marci Shimoff — New York Times bestselling author of Happy for No Reason, Love for No Reason, and one of the most respected voices in emotional wellbeing.Marci explains why your “happiness s
Ep 9: From Paycheck to 7 Figures — How Troy Harris Mastered Crypto & Built Wealth in Under a Decade
What would you do if your paycheck vanished tomorrow? Troy Harris faced that reality — and turned it into financial freedom. In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, Daniel Wood sits down with crypto and blockchain educator Troy Harris, author of Crypto New Rich, to uncover how ordinary people can profit from digital assets without gambling away their future.Troy shares how reading
Ep 8: Ron White: Master Your Memory — 5 Steps to Remember Anything & Train Your Brain Like a Champion
What if you could remember names, speeches, and entire books — effortlessly?This week, Daniel Wood sits down with Ron White, a two-time U.S. Memory Champion and world record holder, to reveal how you can sharpen your mind, strengthen your focus, and unlock the hidden potential of your brain.Ron has trained CEOs, Navy SEALs, and top performers worldwide — and today, he’s teaching you his 5-step met
Ep 7: Raymond Aaron: The Power of Personal Branding — How to Write a Book, Build Authority & Multiply Your Income
You can be the best at what you do — but if no one knows who you are, it doesn’t matter.In this episode, New York Times bestselling author and branding legend Raymond Aaron joins Daniel Wood to reveal how writing a book can transform your business, brand, and life — even if you’re not a writer.He explains why a brand makes you different even when your skills don’t, how one London dentist became “T
Ep 6: Rob Moore: Why Everything Is Your Fault — And How to Turn Pain Into Power
What would you do if your father had a breakdown in front of a crowded pub — and that moment changed your entire life?From £50,000 in debt to becoming a multimillionaire entrepreneur, Rob Moore shares the story that turned him from a broke bartender into one of the UK’s most successful property investors.In this episode of the Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, host Daniel Wood sits down with Rob M
Ep 5: Lewis Crompton: How to Stop Trading Time for Money and Build True Financial Freedom
Most people spend their lives working for money. Lewis Crompton learned how to make money work for him.From a burned-out retail worker to an international trading mentor, Lewis reveals how he quit his job in just seven months — and built a life where freedom, not fear, drives every decision.In this episode of The Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, host Daniel Wood sits down with wealth coach and St
Ep 4: Les Brown: How to Be Hungry, Break Limits & Live Full, Die Empty
What happens when the world calls you “mentally retarded”—and you become one of the greatest speakers alive?In this powerful episode, Les Brown joins host Daniel Wood to share how he turned rejection, foster care, and failure into a life of impact. You’ll learn how to stay hungry, rise after every setback, and live full so you can die empty.EPISODE SUMMARYThe comfort zone is where dreams go to die
Ep 3: How Hidden Investment Fees Can Destroy Your Wealth | Robert Rolih
Hidden investment fees are quietly draining the retirement accounts of millions of investors. In this episode, bestselling author and wealth mentor Robert Rolih reveals how small management fees and commissions compound into six-figure losses over time. If you want to protect your money and build long-term wealth, this conversation is a must-listen.Episode SummaryMost investors don’t realize that
Ep 2: Joseph McClendon III: From Rock Bottom to Tony Robbins’ Partner | Mindset, Abundance & Neuroencoding
Joseph McClendon III: From Rock Bottom to Tony Robbins’ Partner What does it take to transform despair into abundance, fear into confidence, and setbacks into a life of global impact? In this inspiring episode of The Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast, host Daniel Wood sits down with Dr. Joseph McClendon III — neuropsychologist, performance coach, and longtime business partner of Tony Robbins — to u
Ep 1: Finding Hope, Faith & Financial Freedom with Nick Vujicic | The Swedish Wealth Institute Podcast
What does it take to turn unimaginable challenges into a life filled with purpose, resilience, and impact? In this powerful conversation, world-renowned speaker Nick Vujicic joins host Daniel Wood to share his story of overcoming depression, building financial freedom, and inspiring millions across the globe.Born without arms and legs, Nick faced isolation, bullying, and even suicidal thoughts as
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