Robert Greene: How To Seduce Anyone, Build Confidence & Become Powerful | E232

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Thank you very much for having me on the podcast Steven.

The one thing that I love about this podcast over some other is that you actually allow your guest to talk and express their points without interruption. That is so amazing.

Robert Greene is the epitome of the wounded healer. So humble in the way he comes across. He is becoming one of my top favorite speakers. This is one of his best interviews as well.

Topics:
00:00 Intro
02:14 Your book & its international success
11:44 What is power?
22:18 Learn how to use your enemies
24:53 Conceal your intentions & be a strategist
33:42 Is it being a narcissist good or bad?
42:10 The power of seduction
45:24 What makes you anti-seductive?
51:18 Best dating advice for single people
01:02:48 Your body language betrays you
01:11:26 Learn the art of mastery
01:26:16 Ads
01:27:17 A stroke changed my life
01:34:23 My struggles and how to overcome them
01:39:14 What have you learnt about happiness?
01:48:02 Last guest’s question

Thank you for this. I truly wish in 2003 when my dad passed, combination of cancer and stroke, that Clip-Share had existed so we could have watched these inspirational talks together. I was 33 when he passed and still miss that man.

Wow. This episode gave me real chills. So raw, authentic and honest. Thank you so much sharing this amazing content to us. More people need to listen to this.

Hi Steven, I just wanted to let you know whenever I'm in the car, mowing the lawn, or doing a workout, I listen to your podcasts. Your interview style really brings the best out of your always interesting guests (including Robert) It would be difficult to properly express the amount of ways your work has helped me in every facet of my life. From work and relationships, to purpose and lifestyle. Thank you. Daniel

I’ve been a Robert Greene fan for decades and read his books every year. He’s been a distant mentor for me during my life. Thank you Robert!

Used to think of seduction in the negative sense but from now on, I know it’s a powerful tool when well used. What a fascinating talk- thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks

I had a stroke two years ago, and everything that he said is exactly how I feel going through such a traumatic experience. It definitely changes you and you see things from a completely different perspective. I appreciate his message because he spoke some truths that I needed to be reminded of. Thank you so much for this interview.

This video was extremely interesting. I love learning about how our mind works and how different personality types thrive.

I really admire how the interviewer Steven Bartlett allows Greene to talk and listens and in fact Greene acknowledges this towards the end. Fantastic interview. Thank you.

His book is incredible - the wrong people view it as a weapon, the right people view it as a shield. Protects me from the evil in this world, thank you Mr. Greene!

What a beautiful, heartfelt interview. Robert- what a beautiful soul. And Steven- you’re a FANTASTIC interviewer. Well done ❤

Robert Greene's 48 Laws of Power and The Art of Seduction are phenomenal books. Not just as self-help books but endlessly interesting in their extensive content. I've read them both several times.

The knowledge and life skills that we get from this interview is extremely important for our survival in this changing world.Thank you much Mr. Greene.❤❤❤

I read it when I was 29yrs old! Now 20yrs later.... reading this book again and this one time I learned the advice Do not "outshine the master" Thank God in the end my ex-boss pushed me further in my career. But at my new job, I'm definately paying more attention. Boss ego's are something else. THANK YOU SO MUCH for this great interview.

This is such an awesome episode. I gotta be honest and admit I learned a lot about myself and a ton of mistakes I’ve been making socially. I’ve always struggled with social stuff being adhd but ive been working on getting better at this over time. This was much needed. I’m going to listen to his books on audible and continue to learn.

This man embodies all that he has spent his life writing about. Such a mesmerizing mind. Thank you Robert Greene for your works.

I guess Robert Greene really came from a loving family background because someone who lived through that traumatized childhood and teenage times will never want to experience that kind of life if they’ve had the choice to leave. The people who turned their most painful memories into something contributing to the society, being a better person will never say, it’s okay to experience those bad things, you’ll grow up more and be more fruitful.

I usually am too impacient to listen to a full podcast, or I do skip parts of it, to end it quickly. this one, I fully enjoyed it all. Great Interviewer, great pace. Job well done.!

Such an amazing interview . I read Art Of Seduction 13 years ago ,a brilliant work of astute observation, skillfully written and thoroughly entertaining . Two wonderful, erudite minds in conversation here . There will be more wonderful books written by Mr Greene with the same informed position and enlightened perspective .

I remember on TikTok, the community was trying to scare people with his books and its power. But this really humanizes it all despite the legitimacy of that power.

This interview was phenomenal. I purchased , “48 Laws of Power” in 2016 and after reading the titles put it on the shelf because I saw it as a ‘sword’ instead of seeing it as a ‘shield’. I appreciate what he shared about narcissism and how to shift that energy outward. By the end of the interview, I felt an overwhelming feeling of gratitude and am so thankful YT recommended this video. I immediately subscribed.

So grateful for this podcast.
Helped me a lot 🙏

Thank you for talking about becoming handicapped. A botched hip replacement 4+ years ago made my life miserable. Other surgeons said it is too risky to correct. I'm finally having revision surgery in 6 days by a hip replacement revision specialist. I'm finally feeling my life isn't over yet. Hearing Robert's experience makes me realize how lucky I am, and I look forward to making a comeback at age 70. I praise and give thanks to God and my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who I came to know only a year ago!

I love the dose of reality that was present! I'm more idealistic in nature, so this has great value to me! Thank you both for your inspiring work!

my father suffered a stroke back in 2014 I've shared this video with him, this was a really great episode love hearing Robert's wisdom

I really enjoy this podcast and appreciate all of the unseen elements involved in creating it. It’s not really your genre but I’d love to learn the behind the scenes of what the roles of 30 staff look like in order to produce your show. Perhaps a special episode?
I appreciate your commitment to providing quality interviews and authentic interactions. They provide me with insights that matter in my own life and inspiration.
I’d like to offer a learning moment that I saw at approx. 1:30 ish.
Robert shared such a beautiful reframe of his stroke story that moved me to tears and it appeared you completely missed it. You sped forward with a question on your list about losing power. It felt jarring and lacking of compassion. So much so that it took me out of the moment to share my observation with you.
That was IMHO the most powerful moment of the whole two hours. It deserved a pause and your receiving of it would have really honored him for sharing it. I believe could have inspired in you an opportunity to connect more deeply which would have demonstrated mastery in your own work.
Wishing you the best as you continue to grow your craft!

Brought this book because of this podcast - thank u!

After reading all of Robert Greene book’s, people noticed my self-esteem and confidence improved and asked me what I was doing ❤

This was truly a good episode. I've tried reading the 48 Laws of Power, but I just couldn't get into it. However, after seeing into the mind behind it, I'm motivated to give it another try

Wow! What an emotional, open and honest interview, a fabulous gentleman, a true inspiration thank so much Robert Greene x

Amazing interviewer, amazing guest and amazing content for learning. 10/10, this video deserves a LOT more views.

Wow I almost didn't watch because I was trying to get to sleep early, but I'm grateful I did. 10 min in and I couldn't stop. I am taking this all in like a sponge. Fascinating interview and love the realness from this channel always. Also, the part ab men's "cheapness of spirit for not wanting to treat a woman/not deeming her worthy" struck such a chord for me. I just recently went on a date with a man who asked to split the check...I thought it was fine in the moment, but Robert is absolutely right. It was a massive turn off and I am so glad my intuition helped me leave his tight ass in the dust :)

What a wonderful discussion. So many gems…I had an aneurysm last 2017 so the portion in reference to the stroke was extremely relatable. Thank you both!

Now this is a conversation that I could listen to over and over again. An EXTRAORDINARY interview if I must say.

Very elite interview. This was cool thanks to the both of you n the team

I am addicted and obsessed with this man’s intelligence….I’ve just read 48 Laws of Power and now reading The Art of Seduction - omg I cannot put this book down. ❤❤❤❤

I'm thrilled to have watched this podcast. Robert talks so much sense. Not pretentious on empty words, just straight to the point talk. Loved it!

You can't get enough of Robert Greene excellent interview

Wonderful, wonderful conversation. Nothing touched me this deeply in a while, on Clip-Share. I wish Robert all good and much love, and thank you, Steven, for creating this. Greetings from The Netherlands.

What a fantastic and insightful interview! This man is wonderfully honest and frank, something that is truly missing from todays people in government office and politicians. He would make a great president for the American peopke because he understands how to motivate people and give insight. He is also obviously a great thinker and instinctively seems to know the right path to take. As a side note on his talking about depression, how important it is to have someone special in your life. Adding to that get yourself a pet, a dog that will love you and not judge you no matter what. That unconditional love is something really special ❤

I enjoyed this video so much. Robert Greene you are a blessing to this world. You said "go into a field that offers the most learning opportunity" at 40 I landed a job in the tech field, completely opposite of where I've always been, and only because of the endless opportunities to learn. I've never been happier. That warmed my heart to hear. We need more people like you Robert.

Such a wonderful interviewer and wonderful guest!❤

Generally don't comment, but this is probably the best I have heard in terms from a podcast. The interviewer is very good at selecting the questions and the Expression of the answers from Robert are priceless.

I've been watching for 4 consecutive days now on your channel. I've learned a lot. Write it down, process the thoughts, questions myself about my own opinion about the topics. I'm so glad this platform exist. I've been on the process of knowing myself clearly and being straightforward with my negative traits because I really wanted to change and grow for more better version of myself. I'm 35. And sometimes, I had this regret, because I feel like I've wasted so many years. I wish I had been wise at 17, or 20. I had a lot of trauma growing up. From my parents seperation to failed marriage, to single parenting. Fighting my own darkside while I didn't have any idea how to raise my kids while I had them early at a young age. Looking back, I can say, I'm now in the stage of my life to be really brutally honest so that I can heal. Thank you for this! I really appreciate all the member of the team, even I didn't know them, you and all the guests! Salamat! From The Philippines. ❤❤❤

This has to be one of the greatest interviews I've ever came across

I had a stroke 7 months into my pregnancy and I love how you describe the serendipitousness because there was medical stuff in my body brewing that all came to a head and in the moment it happened I was there with someone when usually at that time I wouldn’t have been or I would’ve been driving. Losing that freedom forces you to find the appreciation of your life. The worst was feeling so hopeful and working hard to recover only to find you’ve hit the ceiling, you will never be the same and you’ve got to make peace with it.

I second Mr. Greene's statement: you're a great interviewer. There were a number of times where you could've gone on a tangent or really challenge what was being said, but you kept your speaking time in moderation and you kept the dialogue focused and at a good pace. It was a pleasure to listen to!

One of the best RG’s interviews. As raw as it could get! Thank you!

I'm so happy to see you both, having loving mates in your lives and allowing your vulnerability that even in this day and time humans are findimg it hard to share. I truly love you both so very much, please keep up the great work. :)

Only tonight had I heard of either of these guys, and tonight I just became a HUGE fan of both of these guys! What an amazing respectful and heartfelt interview.! Thanks to the both of you for allowing me to sit in! This kind of interview actually gives me hope in humanity again. WOW!

Thank you so very much for this interview Steven. It has given me so much more to ponder on and explore about my own life and what has been thrown at me.

This was amazing to stumble upon while I took my 3 hour bath. I’ve been having so much trouble with the way I look at life currently and I can’t wait to read his book and pass it onto my son as well.

This was a very pleasant, interesting and informative interview. This podcast was outside of my norm but clearly I have a lot to learn…Thanks for sharing!

What a incredible interview! I really enjoyed this podcast. Thank you ❤

A brilliant conversation. Thank you.

I needed this podcast 40 years ago...great interview. A lot of people figured out what was important during the pandemic. Then we were forced back into "normalcy" and we left it behind. Perhaps the next generation will find a good work/life balance.

Ive been doing this without knowing this is seduction, I have sooo many people to call friends and they are all nice, I can say I'm surrounded with good people but also... being open and being extra kind, generous and open has left me drained many times and I have to get back up again, picking myself up to maintain the energy I was giving. If I'm not in the mood, I dont go out hahahaha or else I'd ruin everybody's day, that's how powerful a seducer is.. I know I affect other people's mood by my behavior, so I try to always just give and be nice but it is draining. It is good but comes with inner strength.

Steve , you don't have any idea how your podcast has changed my life. I have lived a lie and I am untangling and dissecting a lot of stuff from my childhood . Two great men.🙏🙏👍

As I listened to Robert Greene , I almost felt like he had bird’s eye view into my mind and way of thinking. Thank you for this amazing podcast.

I love this. Words can be manipulated, Body language cannot.

This is massively helpful to everyone!
Thank you for bring this podcast to ourlives!

I bought the ‘48 laws of power’ back when it was released. It blew my mind… and still does. Robert Greene has an uncanny sense for being able to dissect human behaviour and the psychology that underlies it.

Thanks Lord! Lucky me I am too young to have this kind of knowledge. And I thank me as well for having studied English and being able to understand such a masterpiece!

Wow! That was an incredible interview . Such interesting and thoughtful questions, outstanding, and of course @RobertGreeneOfficial for articulating so eloquently and honestly the dark and light side of human nature!! I’ve learned so much! Thank you both!

"Vulnerability is seductive" - Robert Greene

Immensely powerful interview and such practical/implementable advise from Robert. Thank you Steven & team!!

Great podcast and very informative. Thank you to both.

Steve is the right person to be interviewing people like Robert Greene. His style is perfect to extract the most value out of his interviewees. Great job as always, from what I have listened to so far this is going to be a very good one.

Robert Greene is so eye-opening especially when he explains about happiness!
This gave me a bit of hope in wanting to finish my thesis on time 😊

he did such a good job in allowing robert to speak 💯

Thank you both so much for this fantastic interview. Mr. Greene is so honest and human. It feels so good to listen to somebody who is not wearing a mask. Being seductive for a woman I think is being very intelligent, confident and wise, so it's something impossible to fake. People have to work hard to build these skills. I can relate to valuing the small things as I haven't been able to walk for a year now and don't know if I ever will again. I am only 47 years old. I can't even stand up or even crawl. And I now see how lucky people are and they don't know or see it.

Yes to cheapness in spirit when a guy takes you out and expects you to pay. He never gets another date and it's not about being a gold digger at all. It's about showing me that you're kind and have a good heart and that you can make me feel secure. Women want to know that they can rely on their mate when the time comes and financial reliance might be needed. For instance, when she just gave birth and is recovering/taking care of babies, etc.

Robert never fail to amaze me with his wisdom, it's so timeless yet contemporarily relevant.

Great podcast Steven. You’re a great interviewer with a great guest. Well done.

I agree with his opinion about cheapness being antiseductive. My ex was so cheap. It was such a turn-off between that and the horrible sex, I am suprised we lasted 2 years.

Seduction isn't about playing mind based games, as Robert Greene suggests. The basis of seduction is attraction. Attraction is based on how you make other people feel. If you feel calm, relaxed, happy, confident, etc, it helps others feel the same in your company. Learning to love yourself properly by exercising, eating, and drinking healthily, meditating, and spiritual growth are so important in developing into the kind of person that others want to spend time with. They take time to develop and involve being on your own. Attracting the right person into your life will just happen naturally after that.

Such a poignant comment from Robert Greene, don't take for granted that you can run, walk, type while you can. I've had a health battle despite looking after myself and I understand what he means. My health situation wasn't as bad as Robert's but I totally understand what he means.

Amazing chat 👏 Thank you both for sharing your knowledge and wisdom 🙏 listening from Ireland 🇮🇪 ☘️ ❤

Wow this interviewer is amazing, he’s asking good questions and then *actively listening* , in a relaxed way, giving space for Robert Green to really delve into his explanations. So many interviewers have this frantic, frenetic energy and always interrupt, or try to pace too fast etc.

The best book in All of History. Thank you so much Robert Greene. I bought your book. It has helped me in life alot.

This conversation will last forever, great minds, great questions, great answers!Thank you!

Amazing interview!, didn't know about that accident Mr. Greene had, so sad. However, I love his resilience and his capacity to walk through adversity and come out stronger!. Greets from Honduras

Steven 💫
Exquisite/insightfullll podcast with excellent questions 🙏🏼❣️
Thank you

That was a great interview. Thanks for asking very deep and meaningful questions 🙏

Your podcasts bring me joy during my dark days. Thank you team. Robert is right about being grateful for the little things: the ability to feel, to read, to work, to run, to walk etc. I am grateful to be on this Earth.

Confidence comes from competence . Competence comes from know yourself and operating in it.

This is so good , I find a lot of what robert greene said align with my life journey and I bet tho ,so , there're still lots of depth from this speech that yet for me to be able to comprehend and missed out as like he said society and our civilization nowadays confuse us, or like the dhamma said , it's instead my own self and desire that confuse myself and makes me this unfairness. Thanks for the podcast both of you

Wow. This interview is incredible. My brain is in heaven ❤

So true about being around kids! Haha. I have been trying to get myself back to just being my complete self. I dont really know what i did to myself. But its soooooo true. Every single time inencounter a kid. They completely just see right through me! Haha. Its great. They help a lot!

This is the definition of being comfortable in vulnerability, this is man is one of the greatest authors will go down in history, What a journey!

Wow...Steve your guests are getting bigger and bigger it's crazy, I absolutely love Robert Green his one of my favourites. When he told his story I just wanted to cry my eyes out, what a mentally strong human being. This is in my top 5, what a great episode.🙏🏾

This was the first one of these I found and i LOVED it. Greene is right, you are an amazing interviewer and was continually shocked. That can make or break an interview-style podcast for me. Greene mentions a couple books in this episode and I neglected to write them down. If anyone knows where in the episode timeline or knows the titles, I would love a reply. Thank you!

What an enlightening and knowledgeable interview with Robert Greene. I was gifted his 48 laws of power,; however this interview has put more meat on the bone 👏🏽👏🏽

Very intersting episode, I loved how you navigate towards the different concepts presented in his books. I was sceptical about reading them but after seeing this interview I will absolutely read some of them (Mastery and Seduction probably). Many thanks for your work, very inspiring.

This made me rewrite my CV while I was hating the idea of returning to work that I hate for purely practical reasons

I read his book 48 Laws in high school back then I didn’t really get it because I had no clue about life now in my mid 30s I carry this book like a bible… I actually just purchased the box set with all of his titles I too am an inspiring writer and it’s true u had to work different jobs and experience a bunch of crap and hang ups just to have something to write about. Very inspirational figure here glad we can give this man his flowers well deserved much respect!!!