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Lifebuilder with Stephen Courson
This podcast for ambitious people who are ready to eliminate distractions and design the life they want. Get ready for blunt truths and actionable strategies to uncover your WHY, set goals, and build true wealth.
If you’re tired of feeling stuck, overworked, or unclear about what’s next, this podcast will help you focus, gain clarity, and take control. No fluff, no distractions—just the tools and mindset you need to unlock your potential and create a life that works for you.
Stephen is an international executive coach, speaker, and podcast host who helps busy professionals find clarity, eliminate distractions, and design the life they want.
Lifebuilder with Stephen Courson
#211 Why Chasing Dreams, Living Passions And Geeking Out Make Work Better with James Buckley, LOTR Expert
Most adults stop playing long before they stop dreaming. Somewhere between deadlines and responsibilities, hobbies quietly disappear and with them, a big part of what makes life exciting.
In this episode, I sit down with James Buckley — speaker, creator, and unapologetic Lord of the Rings super-fan — to talk about how geeking out can actually make you better at your job, happier at home, and more energized in life.
We explore how Tolkien’s world of courage, creativity, and curiosity fuels James’s professional drive and why chasing passions outside of work might be the most productive thing you can do for your career.
You’ll hear us break down:
- Why hobbies aren’t a distraction but oxygen for your purpose.
- How fandoms and passions create connection, creativity, and energy that spill into your work.
- Why adults stop doing what they love — and how to reignite it.
- What Lord of the Rings can teach us about leadership, purpose, and perseverance.
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost that spark — the one that used to make you excited to wake up and chase something — this conversation will remind you what it means to live fully.
Because when you give yourself permission to chase dreams and geek out again… work gets better, life gets lighter, and purpose becomes a lot clearer.
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About Lifebuilder
The Lifebuilder Podcast helps ambitious entrepreneurs and leaders gain clarity, eliminate distractions, and achieve their goals faster. Each episode gives practical strategies for personal growth, productivity, and building a meaningful life. If you want clear direction, better focus, and proven frameworks to win at life and work, this show gives you the tools to get unstuck and move forward.