Greatness Machine

Darius Classic | The World’s Greatest Word: NO

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 30, 2025 /

This episode of The Greatness Machine will highlight the importance of seeking out rejection as a sign that you are pushing the limits of your comfort zone and striving for more. Join me as I share personal anecdotes and practical insights on how embracing the “nos” in life can lead you to unexpected yeses and…

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358 |  Peter Singer | The Ethics of Doing Good: A Wake-Up Call for the Comfortable

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 28, 2025 /

What if doing the most good was simpler—and more within reach—than you ever imagined? In this powerful episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by world-renowned moral philosopher Peter Singer for a conversation that will challenge how you think about ethics, generosity, and your role in making the world better. Peter, best known for…

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TGM Classic | Anson Whitmer | Redefining Men’s Mental Health: Breaking Stereotypes and Seeking Solutions

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 26, 2025 /

In this enlightening episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius engages in a profound conversation with Anson, where they talk about how this groundbreaking Mental app is revolutionizing the landscape of men’s mental health. This episode redefines how we perceive and approach men’s mental health, reinforcing the idea that seeking help is an empowering step toward…

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Darius Classic | What Advice Would PAST You Give to You TODAY?

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 23, 2025 /

This episode of The Greatness Machine will also highlight the significance of embracing our emotions while maintaining a balanced perspective, shedding light on the nuanced interplay between past experiences and present choices. In this episode, Darius will discuss: Meet Darius:  Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine. Darius is a mad scientist, high-growth CEO,…

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357 | Shaahin Cheyene | Billion: How I Became King Of The Thrill Pill Cult

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 21, 2025 /

What if you could build million-dollar businesses and actually enjoy your life? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Shaahin Cheyene — entrepreneur, author, and founder of PodcastCola — for a conversation packed with insights and energy. They dive into Shaahin’s journey from launching groundbreaking products to helping others grow their…

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TGM Classic | Michael Zagaris | A Visual Archive of Sound: The Journey of a Rock ‘n’ Roll Photographer

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 19, 2025 /

This episode of The Greatness Machine explores Michael’s transition from law school to rock ‘n’ roll photography, his work with iconic musicians, and his role as a documentarian during the civil rights movement, highlighting the inspiring journey of an artist who followed his true calling against conventional expectations. In this episode, Darius and Michael will…

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Darius Classic | How to Build Your Relationship Balance Sheet

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 16, 2025 /

This episode of The Greatness Machine will prompt the listeners to think about whether the people around them are helping them grow or holding them back. By thinking of relationships like assets (things that help us) and liabilities (things that hold us back), this episode will help the audience understand the importance of surrounding themselves…

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356 | Robert Mazur | Former Undercover Money Launderer Tell All

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 14, 2025 /

What does it take to bring down a global drug empire—without losing your life or your soul in the process? In this gripping episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with legendary undercover agent Robert Mazur, whose covert work infiltrated some of the world’s most dangerous drug cartels. From near-death encounters and million-dollar stings…

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TGM Classic | Robert Brooker | Beyond Startups: The 20-Year Odyssey of Business Acquisition

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 12, 2025 /

In this episode, Robert joins Darius for yet another episode of The Greatness Machine to talk about his latest book, Albert Kner: Icon, Legend. He also discusses crucial insights for entrepreneurs and investors, emphasizing the significance of aligning business ideas with current market conditions and delves into the value of peer groups within these communities.…

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Darius Classic | Bigger Conversations = Bigger Success

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 9, 2025 /

This episode of The Greatness Machine will encourage the listeners to reflect on their own interactions, urging them to assess the environments they inhabit, the discussions they participate in, and the value they contribute.  In this episode, Darius will discuss: Meet Darius:  Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine. Darius is a mad scientist,…

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