The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Oliver Burkeman challenges our age-old pursuit of happiness with a surprising way of thinking about life. Is it our very pursuit that brings us misery? Perhaps setting the best goals for the new year requires a contrarian approach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever wondered how your brain functions when setting goals? How does it differentiate between the basic, more primal goals and the more complex goals we as humans can create? Srini Pillay is an expert in the “head and heart” approach to personal development, and he knows all about how the brain works and the tricks you can do to help set more attainable goals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Welcome to an insightful episode of Unmistakable Creative, where we are joined by the esteemed Lydia Denworth, an expert in science and psychology, to explore the fascinating world of friendship. Join us as we uncover the science behind human connections and the profound impact of friendships on our well-being and happiness. Denworth shares her extensive research on the psychology of friendship, o...

You don’t have to work at a news outlet to be a broadcaster. At least not according to former CBS News anchor Michele Gielan. She believes we’re all broadcasters in our own lives, and she wants everyone to be a positive broadcaster for themselves. Listen to her story and hear her explain how we’re all broadcasters in our every day lives, why we miss the meaning of certain moments, her 7 strategies...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Scott Galloway, a professor at NYU Stern School of Business and a renowned public speaker. Scott shares his profound insights on 'The Algebra of Happiness', a topic he explores in depth in his work. He emphasizes the role of hard work, resilience, and self-awareness in achieving succ...

Dr. Tal Ben Shahaar decodes the mystery of happiness and spells it out in a simple, yet profoundly inspiring way. Find out how ordering 4 hamburgers at a restaurant is what led him to come up with The Happiness Model, why the goal of goals is to find a goal and then let go of it, why movies end where love begins, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Storr, an award-winning journalist and novelist, joins us for this episode of The Unmistakable Creative. Will takes us on a journey through the history of 'self'. He explains how early human societies are responsible for much of how we live in the modern-day world. Why have we become so self-obsessed and what is it doing to us? The irony is that we’d love to know and Will has an answer at wil...

Daniel Lieberman wants to shed light on the fascinating hormone that drives every one of us to pursue the future that we desire. Find out how this single neurotransmitter in the brain ultimately drives many of our decisions, emotions and behaviors as we unknowingly pursue the molecule of more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Unmistakable Creative, where we delve into the mind's intricacies with our esteemed guest, Ethan Kross. A renowned psychologist and author, Ethan Kross, is a leading expert in controlling the inner voice that often leads us astray. In this episode, titled 'Ethan Kross | How to Deal With The Voice in Your Head,' we explore the science behind self-talk and...

Luke Burgis introduces us to the power of mimetic desire and how it influences our wants, fears, fulfillment and much more. Understanding why we want what we want helps us to desire differently, influence the desires of others and build a more fulfilling future.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Unmistakable Creative, we are joined by Emily Fletcher, the founder of Ziva Meditation and the leading expert in meditation for performance. Emily has taught meditation to over 40,000 people, helping them to stress less and accomplish more. Her best-selling book, "Stress Less, Accomplish More," debuted at #7 on Amazon and has been translated into 12 languages, making her a world...

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jerry Colonna, the CEO and co-founder of Reboot. Jerry coaches CEO’s and their teams to realize the true reasons behind their work and the lives they’ve created. He believes that work can help us become whole, healthy adults. Our discussion kicks off with Jerry sharing a few intimate memories of his past as well as the life changing lessons he learn...

Drew Plotkin, tattoo artist and filmmaker, shares his journey of self-discovery through tattoos in this episode. He recounts his adventures, from death row to Hollywood, and uses his experiences to inspire listeners with his resilience and determination to live life on his own terms. Don't miss this raw and honest account of success, failure, and finding the strength to always get back up. Hosted...

Amy Chan takes a scientific approach to healing the heart. She has explored the psychology behind love, lust and desire which we get to dive into in this episode. Take a listen to learn how to rewire your heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Wolynn says that inherited family trauma can become a core language that we tell ourselves – leading to our own unexplained anxiety, depression or other mental illnesses. He joins us to share the redeeming truth that even though this trauma didn’t start with you, it can end with you. Through healing we can find a way to change and break inherited family patterns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Laura Huang is a professor at Harvard Business School. She joins us on the show to to dissect the topic of adversity and how we can find a way forward when it comes into the picture. During our discussion, we talk through her framework, a how-to on turning adversity into advantage, as well as discover why hard work and grit is, in fact, the last thing you should focus on. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Blaine Graboyes shares his insights on what it takes to innovate and stay ahead in the technology, media, and gaming industries. As a category pioneer and inventor with nearly 30 years of experience, he discusses his approach to launching and commercializing innovations, and how he continues to push the boundaries with his work. Graboyes also shares his thoughts on the importance of creativity and...

In this inspiring podcast episode, Anthony Chin-Quee, a medical professional and author, shares his journey of self-discovery and how it changed his life for the better. Through his unflinching examination of what it means to be a physician, he discovered the power of storytelling in helping to forgive himself and others, which allowed him to chart a new way forward. His memoir, "I Can't Save You,...

Discover how Tiffany Largie, a successful entrepreneur and sought-after business speaker, turned her struggles into strengths. From selling candy out of her backpack in fifth grade to building a worldwide brand and movement, Tiffany shares how she persevered through abuse and poverty by harnessing her entrepreneurial spirit to create a life of purpose and success. Through her inspiring story, you'...

We speak with Sheena Iyengar, an expert in the science of choice. Iyengar provides practical steps for generating big ideas by drawing from recent advances in neuro- and cognitive sciences. She upends the myth that only a select few can come up with revolutionary ideas and offers an evidence-backed method for anyone looking to innovate and solve complex problems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

In this episode, we learn from Ozan Varol, a rocket scientist turned award-winning author and speaker, about how to unleash our creativity. Through exploring your first principles and shedding limiting beliefs, you'll learn how to break free from intellectual prisons and awaken your genius. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Gautam Mukunda, a Research Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School's Center for Public Leadership, to discuss what we can learn about leadership from presidential elections. Drawing on insights from his book 'Picking Presidents', which examines the qualities that make for successful leaders, Mukunda provides a fascinating analysis of filtered and unfiltered p...

In this pilot episode of "How They Met Each Other" we explore the unique stories behind arranged marriages in India. Despite the initial reluctance and doubts, our guests Sirish and Rama share their journey towards finding love through an arranged marriage. The process may seem outdated to some, but for many couples in India, it's a tried and true method of finding a life partner. Join us on this...

In this episode, Matt Cooke interviews Srini Rao, the author of "The Artificially Intelligent Creative". They discuss the ways in which AI can be used to enhance creativity and assist in various creative processes, from writing to graphic design. Srini emphasizes that AI is not a replacement for human creativity but rather a tool to amplify it. He shares his own experiences using AI tools to gener...

Smiley Poswolsky says the average American hasn't made a new friend in the last five years. We discuss why loneliness is a growing epidemic and how we can combat it by connecting with others. Smiley offers practical habits and playful reminders on how to create meaningful connections, make new friends, and deepen relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.