Episodes

PM Talks S2E11: Trust

Episode 631 · November 12, 2025 · 38:55

This latest edition of our monthly PM Talks series dives into a topic that underpins nearly everything we do: trust. From trusting the moment you’re in to trusting the systems you bu...

James Kimmel Jr. Talks About The Science of Revenge and the Power of Forgiveness

Episode 630 · November 5, 2025 · 48:43

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with James Kimmel Jr., JD — a Yale lecturer, lawyer, and leading researcher on the neuroscience of revenge. His new book, The...

Hannah Bookbinder Talks About ADHD, Awareness, and Unlocking Inner Superpowers

Episode 629 · October 29, 2025 · 32:13

In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Bookbinder, founder of AcademicAlly, LLC, and creator of the MyTOAD App—an innovative tool designed to help people manage time, organization, ...

Anthony Verdino Talks About Simplifying CBT and Finding Balance Through Mindful Productivity

Episode 628 · October 22, 2025 · 52:42

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Anthony Verdino — a licensed clinical social worker and author of CBT Simplified. Drawing from both his professional exp...

Skye Waterson Talks About ADHD, Attention, and Building Systems That Actually Work

Episode 627 · October 15, 2025 · 36:54

When you’re managing ADHD—or simply navigating the distractions of modern life—traditional productivity tools often fall short. My guest, Skye Waterson, knows this better than most. ...

PM Talks S2E10: Clarity

Episode 626 · October 8, 2025 · 31:05

This episode is the latest in our monthly series PM Talks, where Patrick Rhone and I dive into ideas that shape the way we approach work, time, and life. In this conversation, we exp...

Jesse J. Anderson Talks About ADHD, Extra Focus, and Finding Flow

Episode 625 · October 1, 2025 · 48:18

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Jesse J. Anderson, a writer, speaker, coach, and ADHD advocate whose work has resonated with countless people navigating...

Leslie Grandy Talks About Creative Velocity and the Future of Ideas

Episode 624 · September 24, 2025 · 35:51

On this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Leslie Grandy, author of Creative Velocity: Propelling Breakthrough Ideas in the Age of Generative AI. Leslie is a globa...

Neil Ghosh Talks About Doing More Good and Building Legacy

Episode 623 · September 17, 2025 · 36:20

I had the chance to sit down with Neil Ghosh, a seasoned executive whose work has spanned the nonprofit, government, philanthropic, and private sectors. He’s also the author of Do Mo...

PM Talks S2E9: Connection

Episode 622 · September 10, 2025 · 42:58

This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, and Patrick Rhone and I dive into the idea of connection—what it means, how it shows up in unexpected ways, and why it’s su...

Chris Ducker Talks About Long Haul Leadership and Lasting Success

Episode 621 · September 3, 2025 · 39:18

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Chris Ducker—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and longtime friend—to talk about his latest book, The Long Haul L...

Ben Amos Talks About Video Strategy and Storytelling

Episode 620 · August 27, 2025 · 01:05:11

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I welcome Ben Amos—video strategist, producer, international speaker, and author of Engage: The Definitive Guide to Video Strategy for B...

Michael Timms Talks About Inspiring Accountability Without Blame

Episode 619 · August 20, 2025 · 36:13

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Michael Timms—TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, and author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability. This conversati...

PM Talks S2E8: Creativity

Episode 618 · August 13, 2025 · 41:23

This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, where I’m joined by my friend Patrick Rhone to explore timeless ideas around productivity, creativity, and everything in be...

Brian Tracy Talks About Prioritization, Self-Discipline, and Eating That Frog [BONUS EPISODE]

Episode · August 10, 2025 · 46:07

Brian Tracy returns to A Productive Conversation to mark the launch of the 4th Edition of Eat That Frog!, the productivity classic that has helped millions worldwide stop procrastina...

Rob Shallenberger Talks About Pre-Week Planning and Leading a Life by Design

Episode 617 · August 6, 2025 · 36:41

In the latest episode, I sit down with Rob Shallenberger—CEO of Becoming Your Best Global Leadership and one of the world’s foremost authorities on productivity and time management. ...

ASK MIKE ANYTHING: Journaling, Urgency, and Letting Go of Empty Productivity

Episode 616 · July 30, 2025 · 01:02:19

In this very special "Ask Mike Anything" edition of the podcast, the tables turn. TimeCrafting Trust Premium member and all-around thoughtful guy Tim O’Hare steps in to host and ask ...

Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir Talks About Intuition, Attention, and Inner Alignment

Episode 615 · July 23, 2025 · 44:30

What does it mean to truly listen to your intuition—and why is that more vital than ever in today’s overstimulated world? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I’m joined by ...

Bree Groff Talks About Bringing Fun Back to Work

Episode 614 · July 16, 2025 · 48:22

What if “fun” isn’t the opposite of “work”—but the missing ingredient? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Bree Groff, workplace culture expert and author o...

PM Talks S2E7: Sustainability

Episode 613 · July 9, 2025 · 35:39

This episode is the latest in our monthly series, PM Talks, where I’m joined by my friend and fellow thinker, Patrick Rhone. This time around, we dig into something that often gets o...