97 Habits Podcast

What habits helped Erling Haaland become one of the best soccer players in the world? Tune in to find out!

Today we’re talking about Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers—the two-way marvel who just did something baseball had literally never seen before: three home runs and throw 10 strikeouts in the same game. Let’s dig into the top three success habits that power Ohtani’s greatness—and the challenges he’s had to overcome to pull off a night for the ages.

Today we’re walking into the gym with Coach Roy Williams—country drawl, plaid jacket, and a whistle that turned practices into track meets. From small-town North Carolina to Kansas to Chapel Hill, he turned fast breaks into art and players into men. He didn’t just win three national championships; he built a culture where effort was non-negotiable and joy was part of the job description.

Today we’re stepping onto the hardwood with coach Dean Smith of North Carolina—two-time national champion, mentor to legends, and the mastermind of a culture that outlived the final buzzer. He didn’t just win games; he taught habits that turned teenagers into teammates, and teammates into leaders. Let’s unpack the top three success habits that defined Coach Smith—and the challenges he faced building them.

Today we’re stepping onto a stadium stage with Taylor Swift—a songwriter who turned feelings into an empire, a performer who sells out nights in a row, and a business owner who rewrote the rules of her industry. From getting turned down in Nashville as a kid to dropping surprise albums in a pandemic, and then launching a record-shattering tour, she’s a case study in habits that compound.

Today we’re stepping onto the sideline with Coach Andy Reid—play-sheet the size of a beach towel, legendary mustache, and a résumé that reads like a football textbook. You may know him from the funny State Farm commercials. From building the Eagles into a perennial contender to turning the Chiefs into a modern dynasty, he’s proof that joyful work and sharp habits can live in the same huddle. Let’s break down his top three success habits and the challenges he had to beat to become, well, Big Red.

Today we’re stepping onto a glittering stage with one of the most influential entertainers in history. From the Jackson 5 to the moonwalk, to record-shattering albums, he turned performance into a master class on craft, courage, and creativity. Whether you first heard him on vinyl, CD, or your friend’s playlist, Michael’s work shows what happens when talent becomes a disciplined habit.

Today we’re talking about Sage Steele—the former ESPN broadcaster who went from small-market stand-ups to anchoring SportsCenter and hosting some of the biggest events in sports. She’s currently the host of “The Sage Steele Show.”  She’s interviewed icons, navigated live TV chaos, and kept her sense of humor through it all. Her story is proof that you can be both polished and real, tough and kind, professional and human—on air and off.

Today we’re talking about Joyce Meyer—the pastor, author, and voice behind “Enjoying Everyday Life.” Whether you’ve heard her on TV, radio, or scrolling a clip on your phone, Joyce has a way of making you feel like you’re chatting across a kitchen table, not sitting in a stadium. She built a global ministry not by being fancy, but by being faithful—and forming habits that anyone can practice. Let’s unpack her top three success habits and the challenges that shaped them.  

Today we’re talking about the most clutch field goal kicker in NFL history: Adam Vinatieri of the Patriots and the Colts. Four Super Bowl rings, game-winners on the biggest stage, and a career that stretched from dial-up internet to smartphones. He didn’t just kick footballs—he kicked open the door to what daily habits and relentless preparation can do when a whole stadium holds its breath.