Mike Posner on Walking America, Summiting Everest & Writing Hit Music | Rich Roll Podcast

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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:07 - Wide Open
00:03:45 - Catching Up Since Mike's Previous Time on the Pod
00:09:00 - Recap of Mike's Walk Across America & the Rattlesnake Bite
00:16:07 - 3 Weeks to Recover from the Snake Bite
00:19:52 - The Origin of the Walk Across America
00:23:43 - Mike's Daily Exercise of Discipline During the Walk
00:24:36 - Catching Up Since Mike's Previous Time on the Pod
00:28:09 - There Are No Finish Lines
00:32:10 - Mike's Mental Tools of Visualization and the Law of Attraction
00:35:48 - Traversing the Navajo Nation
00:42:40 - Going Deep and Inward
00:49:44 - Tapping into a Sense of Peace and Presence in the Everyday
00:54:36 - Charlie - When the Mind is Quiet, What's Left?
01:01:19 - Thich Nhat Hanh: Retreat is about re-entry. You should come back better.
01:03:23 - Transcending the Ego
01:08:54 - Training to Summit Mt Everest
01:18:13 - Going Out to Poland to Train with Wim Hoff
01:23:05 - Mike's Close Call with an Avalanche
01:30:38 - Dealing with the Lack of Oxygen on Everest
01:32:32 - Reaching the Summit of Everest
01:38:16 - Reflecting on the Experience
01:41:56 - You Can't Transmit What You Haven't Got.
01:47:32 - Spending Two Months at Everest Base Camp
01:52:48 - How Does Mike Take All of These Experiences into the Studio?
01:56:28 - What's Mike's Process for Writing Songs?
02:00:49 - There's No Next
02:05:46 - Closing Thoughts
02:08:02 - Redemption Song

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[chrisscanlan]

I really appreciate how Mike takes a moment to think through his thoughts to convey them. Makes me want to just relax and not rush everything.

[harmonybarry]

Mike Posner’s music and poetry have helped me through dark times. His music feels ike therapy.

[risika]

I was listening to a podcast that said, “it’s important to live life by design rather than emotion. Basically, sticking to a routine is what allows us to be the healthiest version of ourselves (especially when you're fighting these demons ex. OCD for me).

I’ve had to overhaul how I approach taking care of my brain (journaling) by practising mediocre consistency. Now I try to put in consistent 50-60% effort into my journaling habit, workouts and studying - to make sure I do it I began recording it and posting it on YT.

Because historically I have a habit of going too hard, not being able to sustain the Herculean effort, giving up and hating myself. So now I’m trying to give a small, consistent mediocre effort everyday. And its crazy how it adds up.

Hearing Mike speak on his life, and where he is now makes me feel like I can feel better too.

[rubenrichardson]

I was very proud and inspired to see Mike go against the grain and chase such seemingly impossible goals. He not only broke my perspective of a music star but of a human and the limits of the human body. I have much appreciation and respect for this man.

[madsqil]

I don't normally comment on podcasts, but OMG this was so much fun to listen to. It was just so genuine and real. I couldn't help but feel joy and gratitude for both Mike and you, Rich.

[DavorZyx]

Best 2 hours 10 minutes and 54 seconds that I spent in a while. Wow, Mike really never disappoints, such a wonderful and inspiring human being.

[wrenbisson]

Mike is my favorite human on this planet, he has taught me so much.he is wise beyond his years!! What a remarkable person.tgis interview had me in tears!! Sincerely thank you to you both!!

[canyonhaverfield]

' beginnings hide themselves in ends !' This man is very lovable..An amazing role model ! The US desperately needs millions more Mike Posner's..cause as it is now, healthy true to the bone, rock'in-out, 1 bean sprout'n heroes, speaking & living close to their heart, are a diamond in the rough. This man speaks volumes like sweet blackberries oozing from a perfect winter pie !
We see Rich taking baby steps up higher & higher, learning the fine art of inquiry, purpose, & that golden ribbon where one places aside their own line of reasoning in order to give the mike space to the guest.

[TheCallahans]

I love your podcast. My husband and I are truckers, so I spend a lot of time driving and listening to podcasts. This is hands down my favorite so far. Also love the interview with goggins. I just want to thank you for your content. You've also been a huge influence in us becoming plant based, which I can say has changed the outcome of my life. Thank you.

[kylemockler]

Who’s here who hasn’t seen Posner’s first appearance and is now going back to see the first because this was so good?! Cheers, Rich!

[joe_a_photo]

This is my favorite. I absolutely loved listening to Mike Posner. It was SUCH a pleasure.

[BMAGZ]

All of Mikes interviews makes me like him even more and become even more a fan, such a kind and genuine down to earth guy with so much talent, such an inspiring guy as well.

[richeyrich]

So many feels. Loved how it was opened and closed. The last song meant so much more after this conversation.
It gave me chills the whole way and really made me think about my own life, or lack there of… I’ve always liked his music, but now I like him more.
This was quite motivating.

[darianbroadhead]

His voice will ALWAYS throw me back to his chart toppers that were huge during my college days. Seems like an absolute awesome person.

[repurposeyou]

Artists like Mike Posner and Jason Mraz give me massive hope for humanity. They are very mature masculine role models. There's not all this ego and trying to force their will on others. Effing amazing interview.

[reflectionOfLyf]

I followed Mike throughout his journey. He is an inspiration. Mike if you are reading this, I want you to know that u are awesome.

[MrMattMcC]

Ok. Im 20 seconds in and I ALREADY KNOW this is gonna be an impactful conversation between two of the most influential people in my life. Keep going.

[bigpappachungus]

Mike is by far one of the most under appreciated humans let alone artist

[rbc]

Rich. Your interviews are fantastic! Allowing people to settle in and giving them the space to think it out and showcase their genuine self is a true gift!! Really nice job… Didn’t know about Mike Posner until this interview..but his walk~through on how he has transformed is sincere and love the childish enthusiasm, yet such a mature outlook on his journey about who he is and his identity…

[vincentkrause]

I've only heard one minute but Mikes Voice instantly calms me down.