Lewis Howes
Hosted by Lewis Howes
A former pro athlete interviews world-class experts and shares motivational lessons on how to achieve personal and professional success.
The School of Greatness is a self-improvement podcast that blends long-form interviews with solo motivational talks and occasional personal documentary-style episodes. Host Lewis Howes talks with world-renowned experts in business, psychology, health, and sports to deconstruct their success. The show is built around Howes' personal framework of turning adversity into advantage, with a consistent focus on providing actionable advice for listeners.
“The show's blend of the host's athletic background, personal vulnerability, and access to top-tier experts sets it apart. Unlike purely academic or journalistic shows, Howes centers the conversation on his own 'Greatness' framework, making complex topics feel accessible and directly applicable to personal growth.”
Who hosts this show
Lewis Howes is a New York Times best-selling author, lifestyle entrepreneur, and former professional athlete. After a career-ending football injury, he started his journey of self-discovery by interviewing successful people, which evolved into the top-rated podcast, "The School of Greatness." Howes was recognized by President Obama as one of the top 100 entrepreneurs under 30 and uses his platform to inspire people to overcome adversity and pursue their own version of greatness.
Credentials & credits
- 3x New York Times Bestselling Author
- Two-sport All-American (Football & Decathlon)
- Former Professional Arena Football Player
- USA Men's National Handball Team Athlete
- Keynote Speaker
- Contributing writer for Entrepreneur
Other ventures
- Summit of Greatness (live event)
- 418 Media LLC
- SportsNetworker (founder)
- Author of multiple books including 'The Greatness Mindset'
- Chasing Greatness (documentary series)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01The Scariest Moment of my twin's birthJun 28, 2026 · 26s
- 02The Story of the Birth of Our Twins!Jun 27, 2026 · 27s
- 03Episode 3 of Chasing Greatness Out Now!Jun 27, 2026 · 42s
- 04The Most Emotional Day of Our Lives (Our Birth Story)Jun 27, 2026 · 22 min
- 05
- 06The #1 Manifestation SECRET You Were Never Told!Jun 22, 2026 · 54 min
- 07
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01The Most Emotional Day of Our Lives (Our Birth Story)
A departure from the typical format, this documentary-style episode offers a raw, personal look into the host's life, covering his and his partner's journey to parenthood with their twin daughters.
- 02Parenting Expert: The Real Reason Kids Struggle... | Dr. Shefali
A classic example of the show's interview format, where Howes uses his own life as a new father to extract actionable advice from a leading expert on conscious parenting.
- 03My 3 Truths + Definition of Greatness
In a special episode, the host turns his own signature closing questions on himself, revealing his personal life lessons and definition of greatness, offering a concise summary of his entire philosophy.
What you'll be asked on this show
Howes often opens an interview by framing a broad, relatable problem his audience faces. He uses the guest's book or area of expertise as a roadmap for the conversation, often holding up a physical copy. He makes the topics personal by connecting them to his own life, such as using his experience as a new father when interviewing a parenting expert. A signature of his style is to ask for the single most important skill or takeaway for the audience. He closes every interview with two signature questions about the guest's 'Three Truths' and their definition of 'Greatness'.
The show alternates between several formats: deep-dive interviews with authors and experts, solo motivational episodes from Howes, and occasional documentary-style personal narratives, such as the birth story of his children. Howes is a central figure, frequently sharing his own life experiences, from his athletic career to his new fatherhood, to frame the conversations. A weekly '5-Minute Friday' episode offers a condensed dose of inspiration.
Questions Lewis Howes keeps coming back to
8 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Lewis Howes reaches for it.
mindset
3- Q.01
“What is your definition of greatness?”
This is his signature closing question, asked of nearly every guest to tie their wisdom back to the show's central theme.
- Q.02
“Why is the belief that 'I'll do it differently than my parents' a trap?”
This type of question challenges a common assumption to provoke a deeper, counterintuitive insight from the expert.
- Q.03
“Why do smart people struggle with manifestation?”
In solo episodes, he poses a paradoxical question to hook the listener and frame his core argument.
advice
3- Q.01
“If you had to leave behind three truths—three lessons you've learned—what would they be?”
This is the other half of his signature closing, designed to distill the guest's entire life experience into core principles.
- Q.02
“What is the number one skill for [conscious parenting / topic]?”
He often asks for the single most important skill to provide a clear, actionable takeaway for the audience.
- Q.03
“How can parents protect their kids from all the modern pressures coming at them?”
He often starts interviews by identifying a major pain point his audience is experiencing.
values
1- Q.01
“What is the purpose of our children being in our lives?”
He asks broader, philosophical questions to explore the deeper meaning behind the topic.
personal
1- Q.01
“What's one area of life where you know what to do but haven't committed?”
He frequently poses direct, reflective questions to the audience to encourage self-assessment and action.
Signature segments
- · What is your definition of greatness? (Closing Question)
- · The Three Truths (Closing Question)
- · 5-Minute Fridays
- · Chasing Greatness (Docu-series)
- · The School of Greatness (Branding)
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically world-class experts with a specific framework or book to share. They include #1 New York Times bestselling authors, scientists, doctors, psychologists, Olympians, and successful entrepreneurs like Tony Robbins and Brené Brown. The show seeks inspiring leaders who are making a significant impact on a large audience.
- Dr. Shefali Tsabaryon Parenting Expert: The Real Reason Kids Struggle (Say This To Help Them) | Dr. Shefali
- Meg Josephsonon Psychotherapist: 4 Trauma Responses That Control Your Behavior (Without You Knowing) | Meg Josephson
- Donald Hoffmanon Cognitive Scientist: Our “Reality” Is An Illusion (Here’s The Proof) | Donald Hoffman
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Estimated: With a large, highly engaged audience of self-described 'go-getters' interested in business, health, and self-development, the podcast is a prime channel for brands in tech, finance, wellness, and lifestyle products. Past sponsors include T-Mobile and Airbnb.
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People also ask
- What is Lewis Howes' real name?
- Lewis Howes is his real name.
- What is the format of The School of Greatness?
- The podcast primarily features long-form interviews with experts, but also includes solo motivational episodes from Lewis, and a short weekly '5-Minute Friday' episode.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, the podcast releases multiple episodes per week.
- How can I be a guest on the podcast?
- The show seeks inspiring leaders with a large existing impact, such as bestselling authors, scientists, and Olympians. Potential guests who fit this profile can submit a pitch through a form on the official website.
- What was Lewis Howes' athletic background?
- Howes was a two-sport All-American in football and decathlon, played professional Arena football, and later played for the USA Men's National Handball Team.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The School of Greatness is available on major podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and the video versions are on his YouTube channel.
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- [04]The School of Greatness Podcast - Lewis Howeslewishowes.com
- [05]Media and Press - Lewis Howeslewishowes.com
- [06]My 3 Truths + Definition of Greatness - Lewis Howeslewishowes.com
- [07]Lewis Howes | Entrepreneurentrepreneur.com
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