First Things THRST
by Mike Thurston
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Estimated from 31 chart positions in 31 markets.
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- 🇬🇧GB · Entrepreneurship#8030K to 100K
- 🇨🇦CA · Entrepreneurship#1105K to 30K
- 🇦🇺AU · Entrepreneurship#1685K to 30K
- 🇸🇪SE · Entrepreneurship#6810K to 30K
- 🇧🇷BR · Entrepreneurship#9210K to 30K
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56K to 197K🎙 Daily cadence·136 episodes·Last published today - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
188K to 656K🇬🇧15%🇷🇴15%🇭🇺15%+28 more - Active Followers
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56K to 197K
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E151 - Hypnotherapist: The 10 Beliefs Controlling Your Life Without You Knowing
Sep 2, 2026
Unknown duration
E150 - The Psychology of The 'Nice Guy' Who Always Loses Mercedes Coffman
Aug 10, 2026
Unknown duration
E149 - Rewire Your Mind For Success: The Psychology of the Top 1% Performers | Michael Gervais
Aug 3, 2026
Unknown duration
E148 - Why Every Man In His 20 & 30s Needs Christianity (But Won’t Admit It)
Jul 20, 2026
1h 42m 56s
E147 - He Sold His Protein Bar Company For $600M: Peter Rahal on RXBAR, David, & Going Viral
Jun 29, 2026
1h 30m 27s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 9/2/26 | E151 - Hypnotherapist: The 10 Beliefs Controlling Your Life Without You Knowing | Jim Curtis spent 25 years building major health media companies like WebMD before realising conscious knowledge only gets you halfway. He breaks down why willpower and motivation are temporary until you reprogram your subconscious beliefs, how your identity determines your reality, and what's actually holding you back from the life you want.We also cover the real difference between actual hypnotherapy and the fake billionaire hypnotists selling quick fixes on social media.The Book of Possibility (US): https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Book-of-Possibility/Jim-Curtis/9781668246498The Book of Possibility (UK): https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-Book-of-Possibility/Jim-Curtis/9781398569232Website: jimcurtiscoaching.com00:00 Introduction03:25 Jim introduces his wellness entrepreneurship journey06:10 Transition from Wall Street trader to WebMD executive12:26 Experience with a neurologist and placebo effects20:19 Navigating the subconscious mind to enhance performance28:04 Can you truly have it all in life?35:18 Understanding desires and letting go of material attachment40:02 The evolution of self-awareness and relationships45:08 Balancing ambition with enjoyment of present life50:15 Overcoming limiting beliefs and the quest for freedom55:00 The interconnectedness of spirituality and personal success1:00:15 Addressing subconscious issues in relationships1:05:42 Navigating choice and commitment in partnerships1:10:42 Embracing spirituality and trusting personal journey» Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/Website: https://hackyou.media/» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Discover Bioniq Lab peptide products- https://bioniqlab.com/mike1010% off with code MIKE10» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow JimInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimcurtis1/?hl=enWebsite: jimcurtiscoaching.com | — | ||||||
| 8/10/26 | E150 - The Psychology of The 'Nice Guy' Who Always Loses Mercedes Coffman | Mercedes Coffman is a marriage and family therapist who's noticed everyone's making the same mistake with dating, confusing intensity with compatibility.She breaks down what chemistry actually tells you (nothing about long-term potential), the nervous system's role in partner selection, and why your past trauma is attracted to familiar dysfunction. Also covers how men and women assess partners differently, and what actually needs to happen before you decide someone is your person.00:00 Introduction02:03 Modern dating challenges with instant gratification06:00 Personal experiences with dating apps and challenges12:00 Therapy's role in understanding relationship patterns18:09 Chemistry vs compatibility in relationships24:41 The importance of patience in dating30:25 Differences in dating cultures across regions36:09 Dating app experiences and their varied impacts42:56 Vulnerability and emotional risks in relationships50:08 Oversharing vs fostering emotional safety57:23 The concept of cheating and its nuances1:04:31 Long-distance relationships: benefits and challenges1:11:08 The issue with "nice guys" in modern dating1:17:09 Financial stability's role in pursuing relationships1:31:55 Can relationships survive infidelity?» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Discover Bioniq Lab peptide products- https://bioniqlab.com/mike1010% off with code MIKE10» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow MercedesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercedescoffmantherapy/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.mercedescoffmantherapy.com/ | — | ||||||
| 8/3/26 | E149 - Rewire Your Mind For Success: The Psychology of the Top 1% Performers | Michael Gervais | » Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/Website: https://hackyou.media/Michael Gervais spent 25 years coaching world-class athletes and discovered that fear of other people's opinions is more powerful than most realise it is.He explains why our brains are still running prehistoric programming and why the best in the world treat psychology like a separate skill to train, not a weakness. The uncomfortable truth about entrepreneurship and growth, it requires tolerating cold air on your skin, and most people retreat the moment it hurts.00:00 Introduction04:20 Personal struggles and psychology in sports09:05 Big wave surfing and lessons on focus14:37 Experiencing stress in entrepreneurship and optimism21:55 The essence of adventure in entrepreneurship29:40 Real-life examples of handling stress and leadership34:11 Team dynamics versus individual coaching effectiveness38:51 Mental imagery and powerful future visioning44:23 Overcoming FOPO and building self-confidence50:37 Skills and mindset investment for personal growth56:33 Perspectives on handling high-pressure moments1:04:11 Balancing personal and professional lives effectively1:10:43 Building a positive mindset and tackling challenges» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com/» Discover Bioniq Lab peptide products - https://bioniqlab.com/mike1010% off with code MIKE10» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Michael GervaisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/?hl=en | — | ||||||
| 7/20/26 | Christianityfaith+5 | Father Moses | Hack You Media | — | Christianityfaith+7 | — | 1h 42m 56s | ||
| 6/29/26 | entrepreneurshipprotein bars+4 | Peter Rahal | David barsRXBAR+2 | — | protein barentrepreneurship+5 | — | 1h 30m 27s | ||
| 6/22/26 | divorcerelationships+5 | James Sexton | Hack You Media | — | divorce lawyerrelationship skills+5 | — | 1h 29m 31s | ||
| 6/15/26 | masculinitymodern entertainment+4 | Cole Hastings | Hack You MediaEchoes Across Infinity | — | masculinityloneliness+5 | — | 1h 36m 51s | ||
| 6/8/26 | dating adviceconfidence+4 | Tristan Yoder | Hack You MediaInstagram+1 | — | datingconfidence+4 | — | 1h 42m 25s | ||
| 5/31/26 | masculinityemotional health+4 | Connor Beaton | Hack You Media | — | modern menemotional consistency+5 | — | 1h 45m 52s | ||
| 5/25/26 | personal growthentrepreneurship+4 | Matt Morsia | Fitness UnlockedMorphe Energy+2 | New York | bicep injurydream house+5 | — | 1h 34m 56s | ||
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| 5/18/26 | music managementartist ego+3 | Mani Nordine | — | — | music managementartist relationships+3 | — | 1h 30m 25s | ||
| 5/11/26 | wealthentrepreneurship+4 | Gediminas Ziemelis | Hack You Media | LithuaniaSoviet Union | wealthentrepreneurship+6 | — | 1h 17m 42s | ||
| 5/3/26 | personal developmenttravel experiences+4 | — | BioniqHack You Media | DubaiCape Town+1 | moneydating+5 | — | 1h 17m 35s | ||
| 4/19/26 | nutritionhealth+4 | Paul Saladino | Hack You Media | Costa Rica | testosteroneorgan meats+4 | — | 1h 51m 42s | ||
| 4/12/26 | angersuccess+4 | Lewis Howes | Hack You Media | — | anger-fuelled successemotional wounds+4 | — | 1h 33m 13s | ||
| 4/6/26 | music industrypersonal growth+4 | Rob Oliver | — | MiamiIbiza | house musicDJ+5 | — | 1h 32m 38s | ||
| 3/29/26 | wealthsuccess+4 | Sahil Bloom | Hack You MediaInstagram+1 | — | wealth typessuccess framework+6 | — | 59m 04s | ||
| 3/24/26 | geopoliticssafety+4 | Patrick Bet-David | ValuetainmentLouis Theroux's Manosphere documentary | DubaiIran | geopoliticsDubai+6 | Hack You Media | 1h 09m 08s | ||
| 3/17/26 | entrepreneurshipsocial media+4 | Alex Hirschi | Supercar BlondieSBX Cars | DubaiHong Kong | Supercar BlondieAlex Hirschi+6 | — | 1h 36m 03s | ||
| 3/8/26 | personal brandingAI in business+4 | Nik Setting | Hack You MediaInstagram+1 | — | AIpersonal branding+5 | — | 1h 30m 03s | ||
| 3/1/26 | health performancebiohacking+4 | Noah Laith | Hack You MediaInstagram+1 | — | biohackinggut health+6 | — | 1h 15m 22s | ||
| 2/22/26 | peptidesfat loss+4 | Dean Henry | OzempicBPC-157+4 | — | peptidesfat loss+6 | — | 1h 18m 13s | ||
| 2/15/26 | mental fitnessvulnerability+4 | Peter Crone | Hack You Media | — | mental fitnessvulnerability+5 | — | 1h 17m 45s | ||
| 2/8/26 | E128 - Powerful Life Hacks For Men To Become Dangerous, Free & Unforgettable (unfiltered) | » Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/Website: https://hackyou.media/Richard Cooper (Entrepreneur in Cars) is a men's coach who helps guys navigate relationships after getting destroyed by his own divorce, and this conversation breaks down why the nice guy strategy fails, how women punish you for giving them everything they ask for, and why successful men throughout history never committed to sexual exclusivity.Richard explains the fundamental disconnect—women demand full commitment, including sexual monogamy, but when you give them the complete package, they often lose interest and punish you. Learn why 43% of North American kids are raised in single-parent households producing boss girls and weak beta males, how daddy issues create women who don't value masculinity, and why tattoos are the most criticised red flag.The harsh reality: paying attention to behaviour versus what people say applies universally in relationships and business.00:00 Introduction02:00 First impressions of Dubai and why he’s exploring relocation04:26 Why modern dating is a minefield for young men08:52 The concept of ‘beta-tization’ through small daily concessions11:39 Should couples live together or live separately long-term?18:06 The idea that commitment and exclusivity aren’t always linked21:49 How the legal system punishes men after breakups27:39 Why modern marriage is a raw deal for most men31:44 Navigating love and ambition when building a business37:14 Social media as a threat to relationship stability40:59 How young men should focus on building long-term value45:08 Tattoos, trauma, and the markers of red flags50:48 Green flags and the women who nurture, not demand52:19 Where to find high-quality women—and why the West struggles58:53 Expectations, disappointment, and better understanding women01:05:46 The risks of fatherhood and how to vet properly» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston • 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO • 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow RichardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_unplugged_alpha/?hl=enBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00D4NYPAG?ccs_id=cae3e395-4020-4c99-ac68-456648f0baeb | — | ||||||
| 2/1/26 | 127 - The Psychology Behind Why We Fall In Love With Luxury Brands | Rory Sutherland | » Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/Website: https://hackyou.media/Rory Sutherland is Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, and this conversation reveals why personal branding works, how luxury brands are destroying themselves by chasing scale over exclusivity, and why companies optimise completely wrong metrics that customers don't actually care about.Learn why we substitute easy questions for hard ones when making decisions, how status currencies constantly shift from cars to experiences to education, and why expensive signalling through costly marketing actually works better than cheap digital messages.Timestamps00:00 Introduction02:14 Why personal branding matters more in an AI-driven world04:38 Family-owned businesses outperform PLCs in brand building08:43 Why likeability often beats performance in service brands13:45 The hidden value of charm and human interaction16:36 Making travel better through experience, not speed19:30 Obsessively specialising to build premium perception26:21 Why status travel beats local cultural appreciation34:06 Should we admire bold bling or quiet confidence?36:53 Why digital culture shifts how we signal status39:33 How luxury brands are losing cachet through ubiquity49:03 Big screens, little phones and backwards tech habits52:22 Influencer marketing revives old-school trust in digital57:13 The danger of one-size-fits-all outrage in advertising01:10:11 Expensive media still signals credibility and confidenceLinks» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life – https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique – https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST – https://thrstofficial.com» Custom Bioniq supplements – https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join Whoop and get your first month for free – join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrstFollow RorySubstack: https://rorysutherland.substack.com/X: https://x.com/rorysutherland?lang=en | — | ||||||
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Chart history for First Things THRST
Peaked at #17 in RO, currently #17 in RO.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
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| RO | — | #17 | #17 | — |
| HU | — | #18 | #18 | — |
| HK | — | #37 | #37 | — |
| PE | — | #46 | #46 | — |
| GR | — | #48 | #48 | — |
| CZ | — | #50 | #50 | — |
| Finland | — | #67 | #67 | — |
| Sweden | — | #68 | #68 | — |
| South Africa | — | #77 | #77 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #80 | #80 | — |
| RO | — | #80 | #80 | — |
| PL | — | #85 | #85 | — |
| AE | — | #89 | #89 | — |
| Denmark | — | #91 | #91 | — |
| HU | — | #92 | #92 | — |
| ID | — | #92 | #92 | — |
| Brazil | — | #92 | #92 | — |
| KE | — | #95 | #95 | — |
| Canada | — | #110 | #110 | — |
| PT | — | #110 | #110 | — |
Chart Positions
33 placements across 31 markets.
Chart Positions
33 placements across 31 markets.