Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin
Guiding you toward a life of purpose, progress, and personal growth. Each week, James interviews world-class thinkers, including prime ministers, Olympic gold medalists, billionaires, and visionaries, to uncover the habits, tools, and mindsets that drive meaningful success.
Hosted by James Laughlin—a 7-time world champion drummer, sought-after keynote speaker, and high-performance leadership consultant—this podcast brings you conversations with extraordinary individuals who have shaped industries, inspired nations, and achieved greatness.
Whether you're building confidence, breaking through barriers, or discovering your purpose, Lead on Purpose is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities and ambitions into achievements.
Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin
Dr Paul Taylor: Why “Healthy” Foods Are Making You Fat
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What if your health span is shrinking because life got too comfortable?
In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Dr Paul Taylor to unpack Death by Comfort. We get practical about ultra-processed foods, protein-first meals, and movement habits that rewire your metabolism, brain, and daily energy. Simple, science-backed tools you can use today.
We cover:
- What ultra-processed foods are, the NOVA system, and why supermarket breads and breakfast cereals often mislead.
- Protein at breakfast, 30 g targets, the 80/20 rule, shopping the perimeter, and keeping “treats” out of the house.
- Movement that changes your biology: myokines, BDNF, lactate-threshold bursts, movement snacks, and post-meal walks.
- Making it stick: match exercise to personality, use if-then rules, and model healthy habits for your kids.
You will walk away with a clear plan to reduce UPFs, lift protein, move smarter, and build a home environment where better choices become automatic.
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James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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- If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.com