Game Changers with Molly Fletcher

Molly Fletcher

  • 51 minutes 57 seconds
    Why Winning Doesn't Fix What You Think It Will with Soccer Legend Landon Donovan
    What if success doesn't give you what you thought it would? In this conversation, I sit down with soccer legend Landon Donovan—the face of American soccer—to unpack the hidden cost of success and why achieving at the highest level can still leave you feeling empty. By every measure, he made it. And yet behind the accolades, he was quietly struggling. We talk about the childhood wound that fueled his drive, the identity trap so many high performers fall into, and the moment everything unraveled after the 2006 World Cup. If you're someone who keeps chasing more but still feels like it's not enough, this episode will give you a new framework for pursuing success without losing yourself. More from Molly:
    19 March 2026, 4:00 am
  • 50 minutes 59 seconds
    How to Turn AI Into Your Advantage with Allie K. Miller

    Have you ever felt like everyone else has figured AI out except you? Even high achievers are quietly wondering if they are already behind. The pressure is not just about learning new tools. It is about staying relevant and valuable in a rapidly changing world.

    In this episode, I sit down with AI expert Allie K. Miller to break down practical ways to turn AI into your advantage. We unpack where most people are underusing it, how to create real leverage at work, and simple workflows that can free up hours each week.

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    5 March 2026, 5:00 am
  • 46 minutes 35 seconds
    How Great Leaders Create Belief and Buy-In with Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O'Connell

    In this episode, I sit down with Kevin O'Connell, head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, to talk about the side of leadership most people never see. What do you do when expectations are high, the noise is loud, and the people you lead are looking to you for answers? Kevin shares how leaders create real buy-in, create accountability without breaking confidence, and communicate a vision people actually commit to. If you lead a team and feel the weight of expectations, this conversation will give you a clearer way forward.

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    19 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 43 minutes 28 seconds
    How to Feel Like Yourself Again During Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Amy Shah

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amy Shah, author of Hormone Havoc, to talk about what's really happening during perimenopause and menopause. We unpack why symptoms like poor sleep, brain fog, anxiety, hot flashes, weight gain, and low energy show up and why so many women feel caught off guard by this stage of life. Dr. Shah breaks down the science in a clear, practical way and shares simple, research-backed strategies to support your hormones, gut, and nervous system so you can start feeling like yourself again.

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    5 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 46 minutes 17 seconds
    What to Do When You Can't Stop Overthinking with Dr. Ethan Kross

    Have you ever found yourself stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts? That voice in your head can feel impossible to shut off. But what if you could learn to make it work for you instead of against you? In this episode, I sit down with Ethan Kross, bestselling author of Chatter, to share science backed tools you can use the minute overthinking kicks in. We break down why negative self talk shows up, how to recognize it quickly, and practical ways to reset your brain in the moment. If you often replay conversations or second guess decisions, this conversation will help you quiet the noise and regain control.

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    22 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 48 minutes 39 seconds
    The Science-Backed Way to Navigate Change with Dr. Maya Shankar

    What if we came to see the hardest moments in our lives as a chance to reimagine who we can be? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Maya Shankar, cognitive scientist and author of the new book The Other Side of Change, to unpack how we can reframe change when life makes other plans. Maya shares the science behind why change feels so unsettling and what actually helps us move forward. This conversation is filled with research-backed tools to help you navigate uncertainty, build resilience, and shift your mindset so you can grow through change rather than get stuck in it.

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    8 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 41 minutes 8 seconds
    Why Waiting to Feel Ready Is the Fastest Way to Fail with Kim Perell

    Everyone wants the highlight reel. Almost no one talks about the messy middle. Kim Perell is a nine-time founder, investor, and bestselling author of Mistakes That Made Me a Millionaire. She's built her entire career by learning faster from failure, and in this conversation, she shares the mistakes that shaped her success. We talk about why waiting to feel ready is one of the biggest traps high performers fall into, how to turn setbacks into momentum, and how to know when it's time to pivot versus push forward.

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    18 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 40 minutes 50 seconds
    How to Push Past Fear with Pro Climber Emily Harrington

    What if fear isn't a stop sign, but an invitation to discover what you're capable of? Pro climber and adventurer Emily Harrington has spent her life proving that on some of the world's biggest adventures. She's summited Everest, skied 8,000-meter peaks, and became the first woman to free climb the Golden Gate route on El Capitan in under 24 hours. In this episode, Emily shares how to take the first step when you're scared, build confidence through discomfort, and turn failure into fuel.

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    4 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 43 minutes 31 seconds
    The Daily Disciplines That Make or Break Your Team Culture with Coach Buzz Williams

    Great cultures aren't built in big moments. They're built in the consistent behaviors you repeat every day. In this episode, I sit down with University of Maryland men's basketball coach Buzz Williams, a leader known for transforming programs through his relentless commitment to culture, character, and daily habits. Buzz shares the leadership disciplines he builds into every team he leads, how he earns trust by investing in relationships, and why talent means nothing without the intangibles that separate good from great. Tune in for a masterclass on building a sustainable winning culture.

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    20 November 2025, 5:00 am
  • 53 minutes 44 seconds
    How to Rebuild When Everything Falls Apart with Jen Hatmaker

    What do you do when the life you built completely falls apart? That's the question New York Times bestselling author and podcast host Jen Hatmaker faced after her 26-year marriage ended and shattered everything she thought she knew. In the months that followed, she went from a shiny, successful leader — speaking to millions of women about authenticity and agency — to a mom of five trying to survive heartbreak, anxiety, and a life she no longer recognized. In this powerful conversation, we talk about how to begin again when the life you planned falls apart and the surprising freedom that comes when you stop pretending everything's fine.

    Jen's new memoir, Awake, is out now.

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    6 November 2025, 5:00 am
  • 47 minutes 34 seconds
    The Points Guy on Travel Hacks Airlines Don't Want You to Know

    Think you're booking travel the smart way? Think again. In this episode, I sit down with The Points Guy Brian Kelly—the travel insider who's helped millions make smarter decisions every time they book a trip. Brian shares the secrets airlines don't want you to know, including how to make your points go farther, the biggest booking mistakes frequent travelers make, and the travel hacks that will save you time, money, and stress. Whether you're a road warrior or simply want to travel smarter, this episode will change the way you travel.

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    23 October 2025, 4:00 am
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