James Clear
Mentioned in 54 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Author of the bestselling book *Atomic Habits* (25+ million copies sold), Clear is widely recognized for his research and frameworks on habit formation, behavior change, and systems-based personal development. He is frequently cited across podcasts for practical concepts including identity-based habits, the two-minute rule, the 1% improvement framework, and the cue-routine-reward model. His work bridges psychology and self-help, making him a go-to reference for discussing sustainable behavior change and productivity strategies.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Modern Wisdom · May 21, 2026
19 Lessons From 1100 Episodes - #1100
“Quoted on the principle that craving results without craving the process guarantees disappointment”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · May 14, 2026
3 Ways to Quickly Get Out of a Rut
“Author of 'Atomic Habits' cited for research on identity-based change and voting for future self through actions”
Financial Coaching for Women: How To Budget, Manage Money, Pay Off Debt, Save Money, Paycheck Plans · May 13, 2026
How to Stop Spending the Money You Need to Pay Your Bills | Lessons From The Sessions | 565
“Referenced for concept that financial decisions are votes for the identity you want to become”
The Rich Roll Podcast · May 7, 2026
Pay Now, Love It Later: Why I Work Out at 4 AM & The Mindset That Wins The Long Game
“Author of 'Atomic Habits' whose framework on tiny habits and compound effects is referenced throughout discussion”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Apr 26, 2026
685: David Epstein - The Freedom Trap, Narrative Values, General Magic, The Nobel Prize Winner Who Simplified Everything, Wearing the Same Thing Everyday, and Why Constraints Are the Secret to Your Best Work
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; friend of Epstein; discussed challenges of following up mega-viral book”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · Apr 23, 2026
My Process For Achieving Goals: How to Change Your Life in 5 Simple Steps
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; quoted on clarity as freedom and identity-based habit formation”
The Ramsey Show · Apr 22, 2026
Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck—Start Living With Options
“Referenced for concept of 'ask holes' from Atomic Habits regarding information without action”
My First Million · Apr 16, 2026
#1 Habit Expert: Here's how you become dramatically better
“Author of Atomic Habits; Duhigg expressed initial defensiveness about competing habit book”
Dual Coast Podcast · Apr 12, 2026
Fuel, Function, and Fitness | Metabolic Health with Sally Macklin
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; extensively quoted on identity-based behavior change and one-percent improvement philosophy”
Founder's Story · Apr 10, 2026
Mark Manson: The Subtle Art of Building a 20 Million Copy Empire | Ep. 337
“Co-author accountability buddy during book writing; fellow blogger-turned-bestselling author with similar trajectory”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Apr 5, 2026
682: Will Guidara - Obsession, Adversity, Learning From Danny Meyer, and The Only Competitive Advantage That Lasts... Unreasonable Hospitality
“Author consistently appearing on bestseller lists alongside Guidara's Unreasonable Hospitality”
Good Life Project · Mar 23, 2026
Want Real, Lasting Change? It’s Time to Try a Different Approach. | Eric Zimmer
“Author of Atomic Habits referenced for structural change approach and environmental design principles”
Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee · Mar 20, 2026
BITESIZE | How to Build Better Habits & Break Old Ones | James Clear #639
“Bestselling author of Atomic Habits discussing habit formation, behavior change, and identity-based motivation”
Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health) · Mar 16, 2026
Beyond Belief: Nir Eyal's Proven Guide to Tapping Into Your Hidden Potential | Mindset | E31
“Author of 'Atomic Habits,' mentioned as example of essential business book that Eyal's work parallels”
Modern Wisdom · Mar 14, 2026
#1071 - Bill Gurley - If You Hate Your Job, This is How to Start Over
“Noticed Gurley's YouTube presentation on career regret and promoted it, leading to book development”
Modern Wisdom · Mar 5, 2026
#1067 - Cal Newport - The collapse of modern attention (and how to get it back)
“Author; discussed with Newport regarding MasterClass decision-making process”
Finding Peak w/ Ryan Hanley · Feb 27, 2026
The Man Who Died Twice, Then Climbed Everest | Sean Swarner
“Author cited for concept that 'we don't rise to the level of our goals, we fall to the level of our systems'”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 26, 2026
Why ‘Playing It Safe’ In Your Career Doesn’t Pay with VC Bill Gurley
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; shared Gurley's career presentation, validating book concept”
TBPN · Feb 25, 2026
Full Interview: Bill Gurley Thinks College Kills Creativity
“Author who noticed Gurley's early presentation on career development”
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin · Feb 11, 2026
BIll Gurley
“Author of 'Atomic Habits' who discovered Gurley's 2,851 Miles speech on YouTube and promoted it, providing external validation”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
The 24-Hour Turnaround to Get Your Life Back on Track
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; cited for research on behavior design and friction as primary predictor of follow-through”
The Daily Stoic · Feb 5, 2026
BONUS | No One Is Coming to Give You Permission
“Cited for his 'two magical hours' daily writing practice as realistic creative productivity standard”
BratBusters Parenting Podcast · Feb 3, 2026
Does Your Anger Fuel Your Kid’s Behaviour?
“Author of Atomic Habits; Lisa references his 1% daily improvement concept to explain compounding behavioral change”
Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Feb 2, 2026
Ep. 390: What Happens When You Ditch Your Smartphone? + Assessing the Internet’s Latest Self-Help Sensation
“Author of 'Atomic Habits' cited as example of practical self-help literature genre”
THE ED MYLETT SHOW · Jan 24, 2026
The Greatest Threat to Your Dreams Isn’t Failure...It’s THIS! | Ed Mylett
“Author of Atomic Habits; explains 1% improvement framework, identity-based habits, and two-minute rule for behavior change”
GraveYard Tales · Jan 23, 2026
338: The Caspian Sea
“Author of Atomic Habits, featured in MasterClass course discussed during episode sponsorship”
The School of Greatness · Jan 21, 2026
9 Things You Rarely Do For Yourself (But Should Do Every Day)
“Author of Atomic Habits; discusses habit formation stages, trajectory-based thinking, and identity-based behavior change.”
Habits and Hustle · Jan 20, 2026
Episode 521: Dr. Shadé Zahrai, PhD: The Science of Acting Through Self-Doubt
“Author of 'Atomic Habits' cited for research on behavioral habit formation and goal science”
Good Life Project · Jan 19, 2026
How to Build Habits That Stick
“Author of Atomic Habits; discussed personal baseball injury recovery and philosophy of small incremental habit formation”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · Jan 8, 2026
The Science of Making & Breaking Habits: How to Change Your Life in 1 Month
“Author of Atomic Habits (25M+ copies sold) and habit formation researcher sharing systems-based behavior change methodology.”
The Dr. John Delony Show · Jan 5, 2026
Should We Let Our 13-Year-Old Daughter Date?
“Author quoted by Delony regarding identity-based goal setting and the concept of personal branding”
Huberman Lab · Jan 5, 2026
Best Ways to Build Better Habits & Break Bad Ones | James Clear
“Author of Atomic Habits; world expert on habit formation discussing science-based tools for behavioral change”
The Knowledge Project · Jan 1, 2026
How to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones | James Clear
“Author of Atomic Habits and primary speaker discussing habit formation, positioning, and life strategy”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Dec 29, 2025
Chris Williamson: If You Don't Fix This Now, 2026 Is Already Over!
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; cited for habit-building frameworks including the 'never miss twice' rule for consistency”
The Peter Attia Drive · Dec 29, 2025
Building & Changing Habits | James Clear (#183 rebroadcast)
“Author of Atomic Habits discussing habit formation science and behavior change frameworks”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · Dec 29, 2025
Change Your Life This Year: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; popularized habit formation research referenced in discussion”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Dec 22, 2025
667: Nick Gray - How to Host World-Class Events, Why Leaders Need a Personal Website, Writing Like You Talk, Mastering Introductions, the Viral Tokyo Trip, & Adding Value Before Taking It
“Author mentioned as example of someone not to invite to first event; represents reaching too high too soon in networking”
The Ramsey Show · Dec 16, 2025
Financial Victories Don't Happen Without Sacrifices
“Quoted on worrying about the future and taking action instead”
The Lazy Genius Podcast · Dec 15, 2025
#448 - How Wonder Shows Up When You Slow Down
“Guest featured on The Lazy Genius Podcast; mentioned as part of curated guest episode list on Spotify”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Dec 11, 2025
Discipline Expert: The Habit That Will Make Or Break Your Entire 2026! James Clear
“Habit expert and bestselling author of Atomic Habits; discusses habit formation frameworks and behavioral psychology”
Proven Podcast · Dec 4, 2025
ALL IN: Navy SEAL Secret to Proven Results - Brent Gleeson
“Author of Atomic Habits, referenced for behavioral psychology framework on habit formation and cue-routine-reward model”
The Psychology Podcast · Dec 4, 2025
End of an Era — Reflections on 11 Years of The Psychology Podcast w/ Annie Murphy Paul
“Guest whose appearance on the podcast significantly raised his profile”
Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health) · Nov 10, 2025
Jana Kramer: How to Heal, Trust Yourself, and Move Forward | Self Help | E13
“Author Tim references regarding focus and concentration, though context suggests possible reference to 'Atomic Habits'”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Nov 10, 2025
661: Suzy Welch - How to Identify Your Core Values, Close the Authenticity Gap, and Live with Purpose
“Author of Atomic Habits; met by Ryan Hawk at Ohio University event with impressive Gen Z students”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Nov 3, 2025
660: James Clear (Live at Ohio University!) - The Four Laws of Behavior Change, Systems vs Goals, Building Better Habits, Mastering the Two-Minute Rule, Having a Great Marriage, & The Plateau of Latent Potential
“Author of Atomic Habits (25M+ copies sold); discusses habit formation systems, environmental design, and long-term life strategy”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Oct 20, 2025
4 Ways to Love the People You Disagree With
“Wrote 'Atomic Habits' on behavioral science and habit reform”
Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health) · Oct 20, 2025
Robert Glazer: How to Lead with Values and Follow Your Inner Compass | Leadership | E10
“Referenced for 'Atomic Habits' and 1% daily improvement concept; Glazer uses in keynote exercises”
BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley · Oct 14, 2025
AI Bubble, Stablecoin Boom, and Runnin' Down a Dream | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner
“Author of 'Atomic Habits'; promoted Bill Gurley's career presentation that inspired book”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Sep 28, 2025
655: Morgan Housel - The Simple Formula For Happiness, Betting on Others, Gaining Independence & Purpose, Family Vacation Secrets, The Art of Spending Money, & The Death Bed Lesson Every Leader Needs to Hear
“Author of Atomic Habits; identified by Morgan as major inspiration for his writing and example of successful person without envy due to his kindness”
The Mello Millionaire with Tommy Mello · Aug 29, 2025
What's Your Relationship ROI? with Social Dynamics Expert Jordan Harbinger
“Wrote 'Atomic Habits'; Harbinger cited as best-selling business book of the decade with proven effectiveness”