Greatness

Jonathan Watts
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Learn from history’s greatest.Each week, Jonathan Watts dives into the lives and moments of the world's most extraordinary people, uncovering timeless lessons and unforgettable stories.

  1. 5D AGO

    156. Marcus Aurelius

    Diving into the life of the last great Roman emperor, Marcus Aurelius, and his own personal notes to himself. ----- Sources The Lives of the Stoics - Ryan Holiday Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Emperor - Donald Robertson Meditations - Marcus Aurelius ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    50 min

  2. MAY 8

    155. History Dump: Henry Ford, Richard Feynman, and Chris Hadfield

    Doing a new little mini-series called a "History Dump" where I offer stories, ideas, and things I've found interesting from books, documentaries, and anything I've researched recently. This episode focuses on three individuals: Richard Feynman, Henry Ford, and Chris Hadfield.  ----- Sources My Life and Work - Henry Ford An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth - Chris Hadfield Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    40 min

  3. APR 30

    154. Howard Schultz and The Rise of Starbucks

    Diving into the early years of Howard Schultz and his unusual path to building Starbucks. "I can't give  you any secret recipe for success, any foolproof plan for making it in the world of business. But my own experience suggests that it is possible to start from nothing and achieve even beyond your dreams." ----- Sources - Pour Your Heart Into It - Howard Schultz ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    56 min

  4. APR 19

    153. The Mental Battle of Rory McIlroy

    Diving into the emotional ride of Rory McIlroy and his journey to winning the Masters. “You’re trying to overcome all of history. These memories. All these different things that are going through your head while you’re playing that golf course, and trying to win this massive tournament…And that’s one of the hurdles I have found so hard to overcome. You have to get over the demons that you have on that course.”  - Rory McIlroy ----- Sources: Rory McIlroy: The Masters Wait ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    31 min

  5. APR 11

    152. Jerry Seinfeld

    Diving into the working ways and creative process of comedian Jerry Seinfeld ----- “Your blessing in life is when you find the torture you’re comfortable with.” - Jerry Seinfeld  ----- Sources Is This Anything? - Jerry Seinfeld #485: Jerry Seinfeld — A Comedy Legend’s Systems, Routines, and Methods for Success Jerry Seinfeld Intends to Die Standing Up  Life's Work  ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    41 min

  6. APR 3

    151. Advice from the Wisest People on Earth

    Dr. Karl Pillemer interviewed a thousand elderly individuals with one common goal: what can we learn from them on how to live better? Today's episode dives into those lessons and insights.  ----- Sources:  30 Lesssons for Living ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    38 min

  7. MAR 31

    150. The Remarkable Rise of Maria Sharapova

    Diving into the inspiring story of Maria Sharapova and her rise to becoming one of the greatest tennis players ever. ----- Sources Unstoppable, My Life So Far - Maria Sharapova ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    51 min

  8. MAR 26

    149. The Making of Three Great Men - Lincoln, Roosevelt, and Johnson

    Diving into the key moments and experinces that made Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, and Lyndon B. Johnson. ----- Sources Leadership - Dorris Kearns ----- Check out my books below: Daily Greatness: Short Stories and Essays on the Act of Becoming  Chasing Greatness 2nd Edition - Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence Stay connected and check out more on our website: Chasegreatness.net

    54 min
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Learn from history’s greatest.Each week, Jonathan Watts dives into the lives and moments of the world's most extraordinary people, uncovering timeless lessons and unforgettable stories.

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  • Creator
    Jonathan Watts
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Greatness
  • Show Website
    Greatness

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