Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Alternative Health. Intentional Living. Radical Self-Transformation. Winner of the 2025 Stevie Gold for Best Independent Podcast Winner of the 2024 Gold Davey Award for Social Impact Most personal growth podcasts push productivity. Passion Struck goes deeper—into the mental, emotional, and energetic foundations of a meaningful life. Why do so many people do everything “right” and still feel unfulfilled? That’s where Passion Struck is different. Hosted by John R. Miles—award-winning author, Navy veteran, former Fortune 50 executive, and global expert on intentional living—this podcast isn’t about external success. It’s about internal transformation. Because mattering isn’t something you earn. It’s something you choose. In each episode, John brings together the world’s leading neuroscientists, psychologists, alternative health experts, and thought leaders to explore:The science of purpose—how your brain is wired for meaningThe psychology of transformation—why change is hard and how to make it lastThe mind-body connection—how holistic health fuels passion and performanceThe new rules of leadership, fulfillment, and human potential If you're tired of drifting through life, checking boxes, and still feeling unfulfilled—this podcast is your wake-up call. Stop existing. Start mattering. New episodes drop every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. 👉 Follow now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform.
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In this powerful episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes renowned media coach and Emmy-winning journalist Bill McGowan, author of the new book Speak, Memorably: The Art of Captivating an Audience. With a client list that includes global leaders, celebrities, and top executives, Bill distills decades of e
Anna Lembke on How to Be Human in a Dopamine-Driven World | EP 625
In this compelling episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke—renowned psychiatrist, Stanford professor, and bestselling author of Dopamine Nation—to unpack the invisible crisis of our times: how a world saturated with instant gratification is quietly numbing us, hijacking our attention, an
The Connected Life: Taylor Swift and the Power of Presence w/ John R. Miles | EP 624
Taylor Swift is one of the most famous people on the planet—but that’s not what makes her powerful. What makes her powerful is presence. In an era of curated lives and performative connection, Swift has done something rare: she’s made people feel seen. Not just heard, not just entertained—seen. And in today’s world, th
In this Passion Struck episode, Dr. David Hamilton—scientist, bestselling author, and expert in the mind-body connection—uncovers the extraordinary biology of kindness. Drawing from his background in pharmaceutical research and spiritual science, Dr. Hamilton explains how intentional kindness can lower inflammation, im
What does it mean to live in alignment with your soul—and how can you access divine guidance in your everyday life? In this compelling episode, former Navy Commander turned spiritual teacher Suzanne Giesemann shares how she transitioned from skepticism to deep soul awareness after a personal tragedy shattered her world
Welcome to Passion Struck Episode 621. This week, we start our new series, The Connect Life, with a solo deep dive into the truth behind meaningful connection. The kind that isn’t built on charisma, cleverness, or charm—but on something deeper: who you are, when you speak. We often think connection is external—about ho
