The Icons Motivational Podcast

Motiversity
Motiversity
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The best life, mindset and success advice from the world's most iconic people. The Icons — from NBA and NFL Hall of Fame players, to iconic CEOs and chart-topping artists — share the lessons and stories that helped them go from normal every day people to superstars. Join host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Executive in Residence — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds, succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top. Upcoming guests on The Icons include an NBA Hall of Fame player, NFL Hall of Fame player, and a singer-songwriter and actress, best known for massive global chart-topping hit. If you’re ready to start your journey to becoming an icon or just need some motivation or inspiration from someone that you look up to, tune in to The Icons podcast by Motiversity. Follow The Icons on YouTube for the full videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnTBBvGdqe4TZHQJi-3HH9Q and Motiversity for shorter, cinematic edits: https://www.youtube.com/motiversity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Oct 8

    58. Vanessa Van Edwards: The Conservation Habit That Might Be Sabotaging You (And How To Fix It)

    Check out Vanessa's new book, Conversation, available now: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/796462/conversation-by-vanessa-van-edwards/9798217048298 In our latest interview, Tyler speaks with Vanessa Van Edwards, a bestselling author dedicated to sharing science-backed practical strategies to help you thrive, and dives into her new book, the importance of conversations in a tech-based world and how to stop sabotaging your conversations before they even start. Interview Guest Vanessa Van Edwards Vanessa Van Edwards is a bestselling author of her newest book, Conversation. A self-proclaimed recovering awkward person, Vanessa teaches a course at Harvard University and has taught millions of students how to be more memorable and get the recognition they deserve in her online courses. Her biggest goal is to help people level up their people skills. Follow Vanessa: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Vvanedwards TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vvanedwards?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/?hl=en Host Join host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top. instagram.com/tylerwaye youtube.com/tylerwaye linkedin.com/tylerwaye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Sep 16

    57. Productivity Expert: The Psychological Traps Keeping You Stuck (And How To Escape It)

    What does it really take to become great? David Epstein, bestselling author of Range, The Sports Gene, and his latest book, Inside the Box, joins Tyler to challenge what we think we know about talent, success, and human potential. Check out David's new book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Inside-Box-Cons... Interview Guest David Epstein David Epstein is a bestselling author and journalist who has spent years exploring what makes people exceptional. From challenging the 10,000-hour rule to revealing why constraints can fuel creativity, his books The Sports Gene, Range, and Inside the Box challenge everything we think we know about talent, expertise, learning, and success. Follow David: https://www.instagram.com/davidepstein https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-epstein-5a37ba25 https://www.youtube.com/@UCab3eZ-9h8YQU8qCQzZwCew https://davidepstein.com/ ►Location: Tyler: Motiversity Office David Epstein : Home Office ▶Host Join host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top. Follow Tyler youtube.com/tylerwayeofficial instagram.com/tylerwaye linkedin.com/tylerwaye tylerwaye.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Aug 27

    Nothing is Impossible | Nimsdai Purja On Climbing World’s 14 Highest Peaks

    Star of the Netflix Documentary 14 Peaks, Nimsdai tragically lost his life on July 30th, 2026. He was the first person to summit all fourteen of the world’s 8000 meter “Death Zone” peaks in less than seven months. We had the pleasure of interviewing Nims, and his energy, love of adventure, and life were incredible. His life inspired many, and he will be dearly missed. We had the honour of interviewing Nims in 2025 and we want to take a moment to honour his legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Aug 6

    56. It took me 33+ years to realize what Ralph Johnson will tell you in 38 minutes...

    Ralph Johnson is a 7-time Grammy Award-winning percussionist and singer for the sensational Earth, Wind and Fire, one of the best-selling bands ever, with over 90 million records sold worldwide. But it wasn't all awards and accolades for Ralph. Through hardships and band break-ups, Ralph showcases the importance of forgiveness and going with the flow. Interview Guest Ralph Johnson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ralphjohnsonEWF/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCep4ZBGZe1YA5Ru2t9IpHkA X: https://x.com/RalphJohnsonEWF ►Location: Tyler: Motiversity Office Ralph Johnson: Home Office Interview Host Tyler Waye youtube.com/tylerwayeofficial instagram.com/tylerwaye linkedin.com/tylerwaye tylerwaye.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Jul 22

    55. I Spent an Hour with the Billionaire Toymaker and Founder of Paw Patrol

    Ronnen Harary is the co-founder of Spin Master, a Canadian children's entertainment company that prioritizes play, learning, and entertainment for millions of children around the world. In this episode of The Icons, Tyler sits down with Ronnen to talk about the journey through entrepreneurship, the release of his new book, and the lessons he learned along the way. Guest: Ronnen Harary youtube.com/noexpnec Location: The Spinmaster Headquarters in Toronto Host: Tyler Waye youtube.com/tylerwayeofficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jun 18

    54. Neuroscientist: How To Literally Rewire Your Brain Using Video Games - Dr. Adam Gazzaley

    Dr. Adam Gazzaley is changing the way we think about the human mind. As a neuroscientist, physician, and leader in cognitive research, he has dedicated his career to uncovering the science behind focus, performance, and the future of brain health. In this episode of The Icons, Tyler sits down with Adam to talk about the journey to helping people's mental health through video games, exploring his drive to make the world a better place, and the lessons he learned along the way.  Interview Guest  Dr. Adam Gazzaley  https://gazzaley.com/ https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=0aOK9u4AAAAJ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-gazzaley-6b54366 https://twitter.com/adamgazz Location:  Tyler: Motiversity Office Dr. Gazzaley : Home Office Host Join host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top. Follow Tyler https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Jun 10

    53. Silicon Valley Legend (FINAL WARNING): The Hidden Corruption Of Modern Business - Eric Ries

    Eric Ries changed the way the world builds companies. His landmark book The Lean Startup became the playbook for a generation of entrepreneurs — but two decades in, his powerful new book Incorruptible.co asks a harder question: why do great companies eventually betray the very values that made them great? That question is at the heart of Incorruptible — a blueprint for organizations that can grow, scale, and endure without losing their soul. The problem, he argues, isn't a failure of ethics. It's a failure of structure. This is a conversation about integrity, leadership, and what it means to build something you're genuinely proud of. In this episode of The Icons, Tyler sits down with Eric to trace the journey from scrappy founder to one of the most influential voices in modern business, exploring the moments of doubt, the lessons learned, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. Interview Guest  Eric Ries: Book Website: incorruptible.co  Social Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/eries/ https://x.com/ericries https://www.instagram.com/ericriesactual/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ericriesactual Newsletter: https://news.theleanstartup.com/ Podcast: https://www.ericriesshow.com/ Location:  Tyler: Motiversity Office Eric: Home Office Host Join host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top. Follow Tyler https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQ https://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/ http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. May 13

    52. 95 YEAR Old William Shatner Reveals How To Overcome Failure & Face Mortality

    William Shatner is a cultural icon whose career has spanned seven decades, but in this Icons interview with Tyler Waye, he steps away from the captain’s chair to explore the raw, unfiltered reality of being human. At 95 years old, Shatner offers a profound meditation on mortality, famously noting that "we are nothing but ruins in the making." He opens up about the "Overview Effect" he experienced in space—a journey he expected to be a celebration, but which felt more like a funeral as he witnessed the fragile beauty of Earth against the cold, dead vacuum of the cosmos. In this deeply moving conversation, we discuss the weight of regret, the sting of loss, and his controversial views on legacy, where he argues that while names are forgotten, "good deeds reverberate to the end of time." Interview Guest William Shatner https://williamshatner.com/ https://williamshatnertour.com/ instagram.com/williamshatner x.com/williamshatner facebook.com/williamshatner Location: Tyler: Motiversity Office William Shatner: Home Office Host Tyler Waye youtube.com/tylerwayeofficial instagram.com/tylerwaye linkedin.com/tylerwaye tylerwaye.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The best life, mindset and success advice from the world's most iconic people. The Icons — from NBA and NFL Hall of Fame players, to iconic CEOs and chart-topping artists — share the lessons and stories that helped them go from normal every day people to superstars. Join host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Executive in Residence — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds, succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top. Upcoming guests on The Icons include an NBA Hall of Fame player, NFL Hall of Fame player, and a singer-songwriter and actress, best known for massive global chart-topping hit. If you’re ready to start your journey to becoming an icon or just need some motivation or inspiration from someone that you look up to, tune in to The Icons podcast by Motiversity. Follow The Icons on YouTube for the full videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnTBBvGdqe4TZHQJi-3HH9Q and Motiversity for shorter, cinematic edits: https://www.youtube.com/motiversity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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