The Development by David Podcast

Campbell McLaren is the Creator and Co-Founder of the UFC, Current CEO and Founder of Hispanic MMA Franchise Combate Global and TV Executive.

All the way from the US, McLaren joins me in Glasgow, Scotland to share insider stories about the birth of the UFC, the evolution of MMA, the creation of the Octogon and his strategies for reaching untapped audiences in the sport.

He shares why the UFC became the BIGGEST threat to the U.S in the 90s, his story of hiring Joe Rogan as the UFC’s commentator and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s key...

Nina Nesbitt is a world touring Scottish Singer and song-writer. Shot in Edinburgh before her BBC recording, Nina joined me to share intimate details about her early life, career beginnings, and her love for Scotland. We explore the impact of her move to London, and the challenges of navigating fame at a young age. She opens up about the highs and lows of signing to a major label but how it feels to be dropped by them. And, how she independently pioneered her way to 1 billion streams. Nina bravely talks openly about her struggles with body-image and how she found...

Dr. Robert Glover is a renowned therapist, coach, and author with over 40 years of experience in relationships. He wrote the bestselling book "No More Mr. Nice Guy" and has helped thousands of men worldwide improve their relationships, careers, and sex lives. Dr. Glover opens with addressing the problem of being a Nice Guy, providing a raw and honest perspective on the challenges and triumphs of breaking free from this toxically ashamed pattern. He defines modern masculinity and femininity and addresses common misconceptions about attraction across the sexes. This episode promises to be a game-changer for men seeking to improve their...

David Robson is an award-winning British science writer and author who specializes in exploring the extremes of the human brain, body, and behavior.

He has written extensively for publications like the BBC and The Guardian, covering topics in medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Robson is the author of the books "The Intelligence Trap" and "The Expectation Effect," the latter of which won a British Psychological Society Book Award and was a Financial Times Best Book of 2022. With a background in mathematics from the University of Cambridge, Robson brings an analytical and in-depth approach to his wr...

My guest this week is Nathaniel "The Nightmare" Collins, the British, Commonwealth, and European Champion Featherweight boxer. Ranked number 4 in the UK by the WBC, Nathaniel shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a top-tier athlete. In this episode we cover: Tyson Fury vs Oleksander Usyk: We kick off with Nathaniel’s thoughts on last night's epic fight where Usyk won by split decision. Recent Victory: Fresh from his win for the European Featherweight Title, Nathaniel discusses the highs and lows of the fight, including battling through a broken nose and the road to recovery. Upbringing and Beginnings: Was Na...

Will Storr is a Journalist and Award-Winning Author of The Status Game, Selfie, The Heretics and the Science of Story Telling.

If you are low-status, you are more 4x more likely to die early. Status is proven to be more important than diet or exercise for health outcomes..

Status is not just a modern phenomenon; it's a fundamental part of the human experience, existing long before our current society. As writer Will Storr explains, the need for status and respect from others is not merely a luxury—it's an es...

Jimmy Carr is an world-touring comedian, writer, author, TV host for shows including, ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’, ‘Roast Battle’, and ‘Big Fat Quiz Of The Year’. He is a hero of mine. For this episode, headed from Glasgow to London to have a conversation with the deepest thinker, hardest worker, and kindest soul in comedy. Beyond the dark mask you've seen on stage and on TV, Jimmy's origin story is complex, and his thinking is philosophical. I was blown away by how he has turned his remarkable life story into a set of lessons for us all to take onward. Despite how he prese...

Ruari Fairbairns is co-founder of One Year No Beer, a subscription-based platform promoting an alcohol-free lifestyle with over 100,000 global members. Quickly, GET THIS EPISODE AND EVERY EPISODE EARLY BY SIGNING UP TO PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/developmentbydavid This episode explores the gradual transformation of society's relationship with alcohol, highlighting the need for heightened awareness of its negative impacts on mind and body. It delves into discussions on stress, trauma, ADHD, emotional sobriety, and the pivotal role of community in the transformative journey towards an alcohol-free lifestyle. The insights stem from Ruari’s turbulent and emotionally challenging childhood on th...

Dr Meg Jay is back. Dr Meg Jay is a clinical psychologist, best-selling author and TED talk phenomenon. Her new book "The Twenty Something Treatment" is a lifeline for a demographic who are struggling most with over diagnosis and over prescription. Dive into the intricacies of the twentysomething experience with Dr. Meg Jay as she unpacks vital topics on mental health, relationships, and personal growth in this engaging podcast episode. From the impact of societal causes on young minds to the challenges of navigating love and intimacy, Dr. Jay offers practical insights and strategies for thriving in the tumultuous journey...

Tracy Garrad is CEO of Aviva Canada and has held CEO positions at HSBC, First Direct and AXA Health. She is a board member of Progress Together.

Tracy Garrad joins us to share her remarkable journey from a working-class upbringing in Blackpool to becoming a successful leader in the financial services industry. Tracy reflects on the lessons learned from caring for her siblings, the challenges she faced as a female leader, and the importance of diversity and inclusion in leadership.

She discusses the difference between leadership and management, her...