

497 episodes
by High Performance · English
Welcome to High Performance. Through fascinating conversations with remarkable guests, Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes uncover the secrets behind High Performance and explore how we can all become the best version of ourselves. We focus on uncovering the learnings from top performers in every field, from sport to entertainment, business, health and wellness. No matter where our guests have excelled, they all have first-hand experiences and lessons to share. On High Performance we find out what non-negotiable behaviours they employed to get them to the top and keep them there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The episode is about what Mo Salah’s departure from Liverpool says about “high performance” and about leaving a club with dignity.
1 Apr 2026 · 29m · 14 chapters
Brené Brown argues that fear is unavoidable and that “bravest leaders” are afraid all the time.
30 Mar 2026 · 1h 18m · 28 chapters
How to “think clearly when it matters most” using Farnham Street’s Clear Thinking framework: positioning, managing four “defaults” (emotion, ego, inertia, social), and thinking independently.
27 Mar 2026 · 1h · 25 chapters
The episode “What Does Healthy Masculinity Look Like?” (High Performance) discusses what healthy masculinity should look like after Louis Theroux’s manosphere documentary, and how media attention can…
25 Mar 2026 · 46m · 18 chapters
In this episode of The High Performance Podcast, hosts Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes engage in a candid conversation with General Sir Richard Shirreff, a former Deputy Supreme Allied Commander of…
23 Mar 2026 · 55m · 19 chapters
In this episode, hosts Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes engage in a candid conversation with Mark Webber, a renowned Formula One driver who achieved significant success despite facing numerous…
20 Mar 2026 · 46m · 24 chapters
In this episode of *The High Performance Podcast*, hosts Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes delve into the psychology of teams in crisis, using Tottenham Hotspur's recent struggles as a case study.
18 Mar 2026 · 26 chapters
Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes
16 Mar 2026 · 17 chapters
In this episode of *The High Performance Podcast*, hosts Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes engage in a deep conversation with author and speaker Johann Hari.
13 Mar 2026 · 51m · 16 chapters
In this episode of The High Performance Podcast, hosts Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes delve into the intricacies and chaos of the 2026 Australian Grand Prix.
11 Mar 2026 · 19 chapters
David Dein (Arsenal vice chairman, Premier League founder) recounts his shock exit from Arsenal on 18 April 2007, the financial strain of building the Emirates, and how he helped assemble the…
9 Mar 2026 · 53m · 30 chapters
Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes
6 Mar 2026 · 50m · 22 chapters
Wenger's Aura, Lampard's Trust & the Hard Truth About Being Yourself in Elite Football
5 Mar 2026 · 24 chapters
In this episode, Ollie Bearman, a promising young talent in Formula 1 and a member of the Haas F1 Team, shares his raw journey from Formula 2 to F1.
2 Mar 2026 · 59m · 29 chapters
Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes
1 Mar 2026 · 59m · 29 chapters
The Mind That Never Settled For Second
27 Feb 2026 · 59m · 27 chapters
In this episode, Jake and Damian delve into the concept of "micro habits" by sharing insights from two standout athletes: Formula One driver Lando Norris and Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty.
25 Feb 2026 · 20m · 9 chapters
Stop Obsessing Over Sleep: Why Your Morning Routine Beats Bedtime | Sleep Expert Reveals
23 Feb 2026 · 57m · 23 chapters
In this episode of The High Performance Podcast, hosts Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes engage in a profound conversation with Jonny Wilkinson, one of rugby’s greatest players.
20 Feb 2026 · 59m · 24 chapters
Paul Gascoigne, a celebrated footballer from Britain, shares an intimate look into his life, discussing his battles with trauma, fame, addiction, and the complexities of his identity.
18 Feb 2026 · 42m · 25 chapters
The Secret to a Perfect F1 Driver-Engineer Partnership | Rob Smedley on Massa, Lewis & Ferrari
16 Feb 2026 · 1h 45m · 43 chapters
In this episode, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean reflect on their legendary performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, where they won gold with their iconic routine to Ravel's "Bolero."…
13 Feb 2026 · 50m · 27 chapters
Britain's Most Successful Coach on Culture First, Trophies Second: Matt Peet
11 Feb 2026 · 1h 5m · 28 chapters
Pochettino & Perez: Truth About Spurs, How We Handled Kane, Neymar, Mbappé & Messi
9 Feb 2026 · 1h 23m · 32 chapters