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The Art of Charm

The Art of Charm

The Art of Charm is where self-motivated people, just like you, come to learn from the company’s coaches about to how to master human dynamics, relationships, and becoming your best self with the help of Johnny and AJ, the company’s founders. Johnny and AJ bring their 11 years of coaching experience from their famous Bootcamps, where they host clients in Los Angeles from all over the world and they share their stories, best practices and themselves on this weekly podcast. Not only does The Art of

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10:33

Why High Social Skills Win in the Age of AI | Social...

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2026/01/16

AJ and Johnny break down the real competitive edge in the age of AI — emotional regulation and social intelligence.As automation levels the playing field for output, human connection has become the new performance multiplier. This episode unpacks why the smartest person in the room isn’t always the most successful, and how tension management, emotional safety, and neural synchrony have replaced raw intelligence as the markers of influence. You’ll learn how to turn moments of silence, pushback, or

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62:38

Is AI Coming For Your Job? | Zack Kass

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2026/01/12

AJ and Johnny sit down with Zack Kass, AI futurist and author of The Next Renaissance: AI and the Expansion of Human Potential, to explore how artificial intelligence will reshape identity, purpose, and meaning.Zack breaks down why our fear of AI isn’t really about machines; it’s about identity displacement. They dive deep into how creativity, purpose, and work evolve when technology becomes capable of doing almost everything. From artists confronting AI-generated art to professionals watching

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9:38

AI Can’t Save You in the Conference Room (Or on a...

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2026/01/09

AJ and Johnny reveal the single most important human skill to master in 2026 — and why it’s the one AI will never replace: validation. As automation takes over the transactional side of work, the moments that matter most — the hallway conversation, the tense meeting, the post-date silence — depend on your ability to make people feel understood. This episode breaks down why being right often backfires, how “fixing” kills influence and attraction, and why validation is the real unlock for leadership,

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57:28

The Art of Charm Best Of 2025

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2026/01/05

AJ and Johnny close out the year with The Best of 2025 — sixty minutes of the most replayed, talked-about moments that defined the year on The Art of Charm. Five powerful themes — no fluff, just the tools that changed how thousands of listeners connect and communicate. From making people feel seen and breaking past small talk to influencing without pressure, sounding charismatic, and asking the one deep question that upgrades every relationship. Featuring highlights from Caroline Fleck, Adam

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62:25

Invisible Workers Get Cut First | Rebecca Hinds

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2025/12/29

AJ and Johnny sit down with Rebecca Hinds, author of Your Best Meeting Ever, to uncover why meetings aren’t broken — they’re just poorly designed. Rebecca shares how better meeting design can accelerate your career, increase visibility, and help you stand out as a leader in the AI era.They dive into how collaboration has quietly become a visibility trap, how to gain recognition without more airtime, and why treating meetings like a product can transform your influence, culture, and career. From

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44:43

Why Trying is Ruining You | Carla Ondrasik

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2025/12/22

AJ and Johnny sit down with Carla Ondrasik, author of Stop Trying, to unpack why the word try is secretly holding you back from real change. Carla shares how “trying” tricks your brain into feeling productive while keeping you stuck — and why doing, not trying, is the antidote to procrastination, perfectionism, and fear.They explore how language shapes behavior, why “I’ll try” destroys trust and momentum, and how replacing it with decisive action transforms confidence, relationships, and

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12:45

Why Smart Ideas Stall — And What’s Really Happening |...

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2025/12/18

AJ and Johnny unpack why great ideas often get rejected — even when the logic and data are flawless. The truth? You didn’t lose the argument; you triggered someone’s identity.In this episode, they reveal how ideas meet identity before logic, introducing two of the eight core competency identities that run every workplace: The Solver and The Protector. You’ll learn how to read these identity patterns in meetings, frame your ideas for alignment instead of resistance, and move conversations forward

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73:52

Friendship Fuels Achievement | Matt Ritter

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2025/12/15

AJ sits down with Matt Ritter, co-host of Man of the Year, to unpack the male loneliness epidemic and why so many men lose friendships as they get older. Matt shares his TCS framework for keeping friendships alive, why proximity and ritual are the real secrets to connection, and how to design a “friendship strategy” that fits your life instead of waiting for it to happen.You’ll learn how to move acquaintances into real friends, how to host like a pro without burning out, and why your partner can’t

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13:10

Stop DESTROYING Your Status | Social Intelligence...

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2025/12/11

AJ and Johnny break down the real status game — and why working harder, proving yourself, or chasing approval can actually lower your value. They reveal how true high-status people create influence effortlessly by shifting their frame from seeking to leading.You’ll learn the difference between chasing status signals and creating value signals, the three hidden “status leaks” most people make without realizing it, and the exact behavioral moves that raise your social gravity in every room. By the

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60:29

The Secret Power of Losing | Dave Berke

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2025/12/08

AJ and Johnny sit down with Dave Berke, retired Marine Corps fighter pilot, Top Gun instructor, and leadership coach with Echelon Front. Dave shares lessons from the cockpit, the battlefield, and the boardroom on how to lead without ego, turn failure into fuel, and build teams that thrive under pressure.From losing dogfights to learning humility, to redefining perfection and taking ownership, this episode reveals how real leaders balance confidence with curiosity — and why the best ones listen

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15:35

How High-Value People Hold Frame | Social...

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2025/12/05

AJ and Johnny break down how to hold your frame when someone takes a subtle dig or tries to knock you off balance. Whether it’s a jealous coworker, a critical friend, or a family member pushing your buttons, they reveal the psychology behind those low-value power plays — and how high-value people stay calm, composed, and in control.You’ll learn the four value positions that drive every interaction, the emotional traps that pull you into defending or proving yourself, and a simple three-step system

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64:47

Are You Chasing a Prize You Don’t Even Want? | Bree...

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2025/12/01

What if the reason change feels so hard is because you're using the wrong psychological model to navigate it? In this episode, AJ and Johnny sit down with transformation expert Bree Groff to break down the hidden mechanics of personal and organizational change. Bree reveals why people resist transitions, how to diagnose the real source of friction, and the counterintuitive moves that make change stick—whether you're shifting a habit, a relationship dynamic, or an entire team culture. You’ll learn

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11:05

Stop Trying to Be Liked — Start Being Chased | Social...

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2025/11/27

AJ and Johnny break down the X-Factor Operating System — the mindset and skill set that turns overthinkers into magnetic communicators. If you’ve ever wondered why people seem to like you less the more you explain yourself, this episode shows you how to flip the script.You’ll learn the three layers of the X-Factor OS and how to shift from approval-seeking to curiosity-creating. Discover how to master strategic withholding, read investment signals instead of approval cues, and build the calm,

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60:50

Start Designing a Life That Matters

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2025/11/24

AJ and Johnny sit down with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, Stanford professors and authors of Designing Your Life, to explore how to build a more meaningful, fully alive existence. They share why “follow your passion” is bad advice, how design thinking can help you reframe your sense of purpose, and what it really takes to live with coherence and wonder.Bill and Dave unpack the myths around self-actualization, the power of community in shaping growth, and how curiosity plus mystery creates everyday

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15:26

The One Body Language Cue That Beats All the Others |...

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2025/11/20

In this episode, AJ and Johnny reveal one of the most powerful — and overlooked — body language cues in human behavior: the freeze.First uncovered by former FBI counterintelligence agent Joe Navarro, the freeze isn’t fidgeting or eye contact — it’s the moment someone suddenly goes still. Whether you’re leading a team, negotiating a deal, or having a difficult conversation, this cue can tell you when you’ve hit something real. You’ll learn exactly what the freeze means in the brain, how to spot it

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57:48

3 Steps to Move from Stress to Strength | Jon Rosemberg

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2025/11/17

Episode Description:AJ and Johnny sit down with Jon Rosemberg to unpack how to break free from survival mode and start thriving in your work, relationships, and mindset. They explore how chronic stress, fear, and comparison keep us stuck in scarcity — and how awareness and reframing can open new paths to fulfillment. Jon introduces his AIR framework (Awareness, Inquiry, Reframing), showing how to calm the nervous system, challenge limiting beliefs, and reconnect with purpose. They also discuss

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13:53

The Elicitation Protocol | Social Intel Brief

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2025/11/13

Ever wonder how top performers turn casual small talk into career-changing conversations? In this episode of Social Intelligence Brief, AJ and Johnny reveal the 3L Protocol — a proven system used by intelligence operatives and elite networkers to make powerful connections fast.You’ll learn how to identify emotional signals in conversation, reflect them back authentically, and turn them into trust through micro-favors — all without sounding manipulative or forced. Whether you’re at a networking

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61:21

3 Mindset Shifts to Build Emotional Resilience |...

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2025/11/10

When emotions clash with reason, clarity feels impossible. In this episode, AJ and Johnny sit down with psychologists Dr. Shireen Rizvi and Dr. Jesse Finkelstein — coauthors of Real Skills for Real Life — to explore how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) turns emotional chaos into calm, actionable wisdom. They break down DBT’s balance of change and acceptance, show how to identify “skills deficits” behind recurring struggles, and reveal why mindfulness and emotional awareness are the foundation of

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14:01

The Intrigue Framework — Presence That Does the Talking

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2025/11/06

Ever wonder why some people light up a room the moment they walk in? That’s not luck — it’s aura. In this episode, AJ and Johnny unpack the science and strategy behind building an authentic magnetic presence. From making people feel good in your company to inviting them into your passions and showing up fully present, you’ll learn the repeatable steps that make others naturally gravitate toward you.Drawing from behavioral psychology and emotional intelligence research, they share how to master

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50:53

The Science of Courage and Fear | Ranjay Gulati

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2025/11/03

Why do only 9% of people and companies grow stronger during crises? According to Harvard Business School professor and author Ranjay Gulati, the answer isn’t intelligence—it’s courage. In this episode, AJ and Johnny unpack what it means to act in the face of fear, not in the absence of it.Drawing from decades of research and Ranjay’s new book The Soul of Courage, the conversation explores why we’re hardwired to freeze under uncertainty, how the most courageous people “resource” themselves to act,

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