Freedom Pact | Joseph and Lewis
Motivation. Insight. Independent Thought. Tune in to the Freedom Pact Podcast as Joseph and Lewis sit down with the world’s most original thinkers. From Nobel Laureates and Billion-Dollar CEOs to FBI Hostage Negotiators, Astronauts, Political Thought-Leaders, Elite Athletes and Bestselling Authors, to uncover the ideas that shape our world and the strategies that help us thrive in it. Past guests include; Neil deGrasse Tyson, Andrew Huberman, Robert Greene, Douglas Murray, Georges St-Pierre, Kendra Lust, Danny Trejo, Jefferson Fisher, 5 Nobel Prize Winners. & more.
Episodes
Menno Henselmans is exercise scientist, author, and researcher. In this episode, Menno and I disucss what science shows actually builds muscle, what early 'gym-bro' culture got right and wrong, how to correctly apply science-based training, getting better results without overcomplicating your training, the nuances of protein intake, recovery and progress, and much more.
Timestamps:
00:00 What Science-Based Training Is & H...
Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ) is a French-Canadian icon carver, writer, and speaker known for exploring symbolism, Christianity, and the patterns that shape culture and meaning.In this conversation, Jonathan Pageau explores a question that feels increasingly difficult to ignore: what actually breaks down at the level of a civilisation, and why now?Drawing on history, philosophy, and cultural analysis, this episode examines h...
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amir Levine - a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author of Attached. Here, we explore one of the most important yet overlooked forces shaping your life: your relationships.We dive deep into the science of attachment and uncover why your brain treats social disconnection as a serious biological threat. From loneliness and rejection to love, intimacy, and long-term health, this conver...
Dan Go is a health and performance coach who creates practical, science‑backed content on fat loss, muscle gain, and longevity. In this episode, we discuss:
00:00 The Most Overlooked Health Habit
00:16 Why Meal Timing Matters More Than You Think
02:56 The Simple Eating Rule That Improves Sleep
03:45 Why “Intuitive Eating” Fails Most People
06:18 Why American Food Keeps You Hungry
07:23 How to Read Food Labels Properly
11:06 Should Calori...
In this conversation, I sit down with Richard J. Davidson—one of the world’s leading neuroscientists and a pioneer in the science of well-being, emotion, and neuroplasticity.
Richard has spent decades studying how the brain shapes our experience of stress, resilience, and flourishing. His work bridges cutting-edge neuroscience with insights from contemplative traditions, including long-standing collaborations with the Dalai Lama.
Thi...
Jeremy Ryan Slate is the host of Hidden Forces in History & The Roman Pattern, where he studies civilizational collapse through the lens of the Roman Empire. In this episode, we discuss:
00:00 What Does “Collapse” Actually Mean?
01:52 The Biggest Myth About Rome’s Fall
03:47 Key Moments That Changed Rome Forever
05:29 The 3 Signs of Civilizational Collapse
07:13 Are We Forcing Parallels With Today?
09:14 Collapse vs Transformation
10:...
Tim Fletcher is a pioneer in the Addictions and Complex Trauma field. After 30+ years of helping others as a pastor, his own trauma recovery and work in addictions treatment led him to recognize how deeply Complex Trauma intersects with addiction, mental health, behaviour, and coping. In this episode, we discuss:
0:00 What People Misunderstand About Trauma
3:02 How Childhood Safety and Attachment Shape Trauma
6:33 Is the Psychiatric D...
Simon Jeffries is a former Royal Marines Commando and Special Boat Service (SBS) operator, who served on multiple combat deployments in Afghanistan. His career in UK Special Forces involved operating in some of the most physically and psychologically demanding environments in the military, where the ability to perform under extreme pressure is non-negotiable.After leaving the military, Simon founded The Natural Edge, where he now w...
Robert Cialdini is a psychologist and internationally recognised expert on the science of influence and persuasion. He is the author of severla bestselling books including 'Influence.' In this episode, Robert and I discuss:
00:00 – The 7 Psychological Triggers That Control Decisions
09:41 – Why Admitting Your Weakness Makes You More Persuasive
14:32 – The “Door-in-the-Face” Trick That Gets More Yeses
17:06 – How Small Yeses Rew...
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a board-certified gastroenterologist, three-time New York Times bestselling author, and one of the world’s leading voices on the gut microbiome. His new book, Plant Powered Plus, is about inflammation and how to reduce it by healing the gut.
In this episode, we go beyond “eat more fibre” and break down the real driver behind modern disease: chronic inflammation.
We explore why over 130 conditions — from heart d...
Garrett Gunderson is an author, speaker, and financial advocate. In this episode, we discuss:
00:00 What Most People Get Wrong About Money
02:10 The NFT Mistake & Chasing The Next Big Thing
05:20 Why Entrepreneurs Shouldn’t Diversify Too Early
07:10 The Scarcity Mindset That Almost Ruined My Marriage
11:45 Why No One Shrinks Their Way To Wealth
13:30 The 3 Types of Expenses (And The One That Makes You Rich)
16:20 Why Diversification C...
In this episode, I sit down with Cru Mahoney to discuss what running everyday for 2,786 days has taught him about discipline, why everyone should keep a promise to themselves every day, living an extraordinary life, reconnecting with your childhood dreams and more.
Timestamps:
0:00 – 2,786 days of running every day
6:31 – Ordinary vs extraordinary
15:51 – How real confidence is built
24:00 – How to never break a promise to yourself
27:0...
In this episode, I sit down with Dr Anthony Chaffee, a medical doctor and former professional athlete, to examine a controversial but increasingly discussed idea: that humans may be eating in a way that fundamentally conflicts with their biology.
Dr Anthony Chaffee is an American medical doctor currently practicing in Australia who, over a span of 20+ years, has researched the optimal nutrition for human performance and health. It i...
Kristen Farris is a top New York Divorce Lawyer with over two decades of experience. In this episode, Kristen uses her experience working with hundreds of divorces couples to discuss:
00:00 Why Women Are Filing for Divorce More Than Ever
03:30 The Biggest Causes of Divorce Today
04:50 Professions With the Highest Cheating Rates
06:50 The Real Reason People Cheat
08:10 Red Flags That Predict Divorce
10:55 Conversations Couples Avoid Befor...
Bret Weinstein is an evolutionary biologist, podcaster and author. He is the co-host of the Dark Horse Podcast, and the co-author of "A Hunter Gatherer's Guide To The 21st Century" with his wife Heather Heying.Timestamps:
00:00 — Is the University System Broken?
00:23 — “The University System Has Become a Racket”
03:09 — Why the University of Austin Already Failed
06:28 — Can Academia Ever Be Fixed?
08:37 — Young Men Are M...
Dr. Russell Kennedy is a physician and neuroscientist specialising in anxiety treatment. In this episode, we cover:
The #1 Cause Of Anxiety In The Modern World 00:00
Australia's Social Media Ban For Teens 04:10
How To Escape The Anxiety Loop 07:18
Does Your Childhood Explain Your Anxiety? 09:30
Can You Inherit Anxiety? 21:20
Health Anxiety 23:00
The Best Coping Mechanism For Anxiety 32:00
Starting To Heal Your Anxiety 36:50
The Worrier&...
Robin Horsfall is a former member of the British 22SAS known for his role in the famous Iranian Embassy Siege, and a best-selling author. In this episode, Lewis & Robin discuss:
U.K Vs USA Forces 00:00
Operation Mikado 08:00
Surviving Interrogation 15:00
Why 'Bad' Kids Make The Best SAS Operators 18:00
SAS Selection 26:00
How Fit Do You Need To Be In The SAS? 30:00
How To Control Fear 32:40
The Craziest Fire-Fight Of Robin'...
Glen Scrivener is a Church of England Minister, CEO of SpeakLife and author of the award winning book "The Air We Breathe." In this episode, Glen & Lewis discuss:
Debating Atheists 00:00
Debating Alex O'Connor 03:00
Can We Have Western Values Without Christianity? 16:40
Does Morality Exist Without God? 20:00
Christian Traditions That Are Essential For A Moral Culture 25:30
What Would A World Without Christianity Look Li...
Darren F. Magee ( @DarrenFMagee ) is a Psychotherapist and expert in narcissism. In this episode, Darren & Lewis discuss:
Are 1 In 6 People Narcissists? 00:00
What Is A Narcissist? 02:40
Are They Self Centred Or Narcissistic? 06:30
Red Reflags Someone Is A Narcissist 12:50
Who Do Narcissists Target? 15:30
How Narcissists Make Victims Look Like Villains 23:30
Childhood Patterns That Make Us Venerable To Toxic Relationships 28:00
Callin...
Dr. Robert Glover is a therapist, coach, speaker, and best-selling author. Dr Glover is a relationship expert with over 40 years of professional experience. Dr Glover is the author of the groundbreaking, No More Mr. Nice Guy, the best-selling Dating Essentials for Men, and the recently released, Dating Essentials for Men: Frequently Asked Questions, Dr. Glover has helped thousands of men world-wide transform their lives and get wha...
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