SHOW HOST
Ian Dawson Mackay
I’m the host of Next Level Guy—a podcast where I dig deep with top performers across industries to uncover the routines, hacks, and strategies that make them the best in the game. I’m not claiming to be an expert myself; I’m right there with you, asking the questions and learning what it takes to level up in every aspect of a man’s life.
My own journey has been packed with awkward moments and awesome discoveries. Living with OCD and pushing through bouts of depression, shyness, and a lack of motivation, I know what it’s like to feel lost—and how it feels to get back on track, charging ahead with unstoppable drive. Back when I was starting out, I craved a podcast that actually offered practical fixes and actionable advice. When I couldn’t find it, I built it myself.
Born in the ’80s and proudly Scottish (a true “Teuchter”), I currently live in the UK, balancing podcasting with passions like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 5-a-side football. Life’s thrown some unusual adventures my way—like setting my own foot on fire mid-read and assisting in sheep birthing. Chasing that “Next Level” isn’t just the podcast’s name; it’s how I live my life, and I’m here to help you do the same.
The NEXT LEVEL GUY MISSION:
To BECOME HAPPIER, HEALTHIER & BETTER.
1% Better Somewhere. EVERY DAY.
ABOUT THE SHOW!
Next Level Guy is your go-to podcast for uncovering the secrets of top achievers from every industry. Join me as I dive into the minds of experts, innovators, and game-changers who are living life on their own Next Level—and learn how you can, too!
Each (almost weekly) episode brings you fresh insights and powerful strategies from high-caliber guests who’ve mastered their craft. From life hacks and peak-performance techniques to routines and rituals, you’ll get everything you need to kickstart your own transformation.
Ready to level up? Hit play, absorb the insights, and start applying what you learn. It’s time to listen, adapt, and thrive—so fire up an episode now, and discover just how epic your life can be when you push for that Next Level!
WHAT IS THIS?
In each episode of Next Level Guy, I bring you conversations with standout figures from fields like self-development, sports, music, business, and beyond. But we go beyond the typical interview—we dive deep to uncover the hidden gems, practical tips, and unique insights that can help you elevate your own life. My goal isn’t just to tell the guest’s story but to unpack what truly makes them tick and to translate those insights into strategies you can use.
Forget the usual recycled questions and surface-level chats you find on other shows. Here, we explore a wide range of topics, unconventional viewpoints, and thought-provoking questions that push past the standard fare. We break down the behaviors, mindsets, and techniques that fuel each guest’s success, giving you practical hacks, routines, and perspectives you can adapt to your own journey.
Unlike podcasts that promise complete life overhauls (which can feel overwhelming), Next Level Guy focuses on targeted areas to help you grow step-by-step. Each week, you’ll gain specific, actionable advice that’s manageable and impactful—setting you up for constant, achievable progress as you reach for your own Next Level.
These will not be the usual interviews that you see being repeated on many sites, giving the same tired old rehashed answers, instead, I will cover a wide range of topics, interesting viewpoints and unusual queries to provide great interviews.
We will delve deep into what makes the interviewee so successful, outlining hacks, tricks, and routines that you can use to rapidly improve your life and start living on the Next Level!
Unlike other shows, who try to get you to transform your entire life, which can seem impossible to you, especially if you are just starting out, on NextLevelGuy we work on particular areas, which make things more manageable and allow rapid improvement throughout your life each week, giving action steps you can take until the next weeks episode.
If nothing else, I want you to leave this site feeling like you’ve learned something and a better man than you were before. Knowledge is amazing but without actual action, it is just a fact. Learn it, use it, to evolve to become the best version of you possible!
The show is non political, not religious, or swayed one way or the other mostly, I want to focus on concrete actions that will help us all improve and become better men, today and forever!
ABOUT THE GUESTS
A Note on the Guests: I invite each guest on Next Level Guy because they bring a unique skill, perspective, or experience that can inspire and support self-improvement. However, this doesn’t mean I agree with everything they believe, say, or do—either during the interview or beyond it. My goal is to learn from their expertise and share valuable insights, not to endorse every viewpoint they hold.
While I respect my guests, I remain thoughtful and discerning. I’m committed to exploring ideas and practices that can genuinely benefit us, and I’ll challenge perspectives where needed. In the same way we hold ourselves accountable, we should also approach others with a balanced perspective—respecting what’s helpful and constructive without blindly following all their beliefs or actions.