The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

For decades, there’s been one, big definition of “the American Dream.” But Courtney Martin doesn’t buy in to that, and she believes instead of the American Dream being financial success and the “white picket fence,” it’s developing healthy relationships and finding your success through the deep, genuine relationships you form. Hear her theories on her new definition of success and more in our late...

Jason Connell grew up performing as a magician as a child, and he developed some scars from those years but also learned lessons about performance and communication. Now he helps professional entertainers, athletes, executives, politicians, psychologists, and many more find authentic confidence, self-love, and new levels of personal integrity. Hear his journey and how he’s nurtured his ability to...

What is creative success? For Lucy Bellwood, there is no singular, one definition for that success. For her, it’s a nebulous thing that is different for nearly everyone. Some view it as financial success while others view it as peace of mind. Hear her story about growing up in an immigrant culture, her adventures on the sea, and her role as a cartoonist in our latest episode! Lucy Bellwood is an a...

Discover the secrets to living a fulfilling life with Jonathan Fields in this enlightening episode of the Unmistakable Creative podcast titled 'How to Live a Good Life'. Jonathan Fields, a renowned entrepreneur, author, and host of The Good Life Project, shares his insights on the iterative process of growth and learning. He emphasizes that success is not the only metric but rather the lessons lea...

We sometimes close our hearts off for various reasons. Whether it’s because of a traumatic event, losing someone close to us, or any other number of reasons, we are very prone to buying in to the “Doomsday scenarios” our mind creates. Scott Stabile knows all about that, but he’s learned how to live life with an open heart. Hear his story about how his parents were killed, joining a cult, making th...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dan Millman, a world-renowned author and former world-champion athlete. Known for his book 'Way of the Peaceful Warrior,' which was adapted into a film in 2006, Millman shares his journey from being a gymnast and martial artist to becoming a yoga enthusiast and prolific author. His books, translated into 29 languages, have touched millions of lives wor...

You should never stop asking for what you want. That’s one of the many things that AJ Leon discusses in our latest episode while talking about how to live a life of intention, meaning, and purpose. He tells his story about evacuating a life plan after it had gone horribly wrong, speaks about starting his company, Shakespeare, and much more. AJ Leon is the founder of Misft Inc , and the author of T...

The unknown doesn’t have to be a dark, scary place. According to Meera Lee Patel, it can be a fantastic place where you can find yourself and your creativity. She believes everyone has creativity inside them; it’s just a matter of being able to find it and sift through the darker times and the unknown. Listen to her story and how she turned the unknowns in her life into the creativity and art she...

Eric Gorges grew up not caring about school and then developed a panic disorder early on in his professional life. It got to the point where his panic and anxiety made him nearly agoraphobic. But he was able to overcome that obstacle and get back to his craftsman roots from his childhood, and now he’s gone on to be a successful businessman and host of popular television series. Hear his story on o...

Are you ready to discover the secrets behind creating work that captivates and compels others? Join us in this engaging episode as we dive deep into the realm of irresistible work with the renowned author and speaker Sally Hogshead. Sally Hogshead is a world-class branding expert, best-selling author, and a captivating storyteller. In this thought-provoking interview, she shares her valuable insig...

Suzy Batiz almost didn’t get to realize her creative potential. She nearly committed suicide at a young age and struggled with herself for years. But she was able to overcome those hardships, and eventually she found massive success as an entrepreneur. Listen to her story and how she nurtured her curiosity as a child into the super power that it is today! Suzy Batis is an entrepreneur, author, and...

Why don’t we follow through with our New Year’s resolutions? What prevents us from going through with the goals we set? Dr. Srini Pillay knows why, and he knows what it takes to get past that and accomplish your goals for a new year. Hear the psychological and emotional reasons why you don’t accomplish your goals and how you can change that in our latest episode! Dr. Srini Pillay is Assistant Prof...

Welcome to a captivating episode of Unmistakable Creative, featuring the esteemed Michael Gervais, an expert in human performance, as we delve into the world of high-stakes situations. Join us as we uncover the secrets to achieving peak performance and thriving under pressure. Gervais shares his profound insights into human psychology and performance, offering valuable strategies to excel in chall...

In this awe-inspiring episode of Unmistakable Creative, we have the privilege of hosting the extraordinary Jim Kwik, the world-renowned brain and memory expert. Prepare to unleash your inner superhero as Kwik reveals the secrets to turning on your superhero brain and tapping into your limitless cognitive potential. Kwik, a best-selling author and memory coach to A-list celebrities and CEOs, shares...

What exactly is “genius” and how do you use it? Gay Hendricks, a renowned psychologist and writer, has an idea of how to discover your “genius” and how you can use it to exceed what you previously thought you could do. Everything from contemplating what you love about your work to simply focusing on breathing for a short period of time, Hendricks understands how to find your zone of genius and exc...

Join us on Unmistakable Creative for an inspiring conversation with Austin Kleon, a New York Times bestselling author known for his unique approach to creativity in the digital age. In this episode, Kleon shares his journey from a child who never stopped drawing to a bestselling author of books like 'Steal Like an Artist,' 'Show Your Work,' and 'Newspaper Blackouts.' Discover how scheduling time t...

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. Dr. Srini Pillay is Assistant...

Do you want to know how to effectively use the science of persuasion? Bushra Azhar knows how to utilize persuasion in both business and personal life to help find your way in this world! As someone who went from making $10 a month to $100,000, Bushra is a master at the science of persuasion. She helps dismantle the stigma around persuasion, explains why you shouldn’t mistrust curiosity, and more i...

Have you been believing in “potential” more than actual, tangible results? According to Todd Herman, the word “potential” is taboo in his practice because it’s “the crutch that average people use to describe their mediocre results.” Take a listen to our latest episode as Todd discusses what it’s like to be a performance coach and how there are many, many myths to being a successful person in this...

Unleash the power of unconditional giving with Phillip Mckernan on the Unmistakable Creative podcast. This episode delves into the profound impact of giving without expecting anything in return. Mckernan, a renowned speaker, coach, and creator of the film 'Give and Grow: A Journey to Uncover Your Gift,' shares his insights on the transformative power of unconditional giving. He discusses the trage...

Frank Ostaseski has noticed that we as a society obsess about death. We spend a great deal of time trying to prepare for it and hope that we are “ready” for it when the time comes. But according to him, the best way to prepare for death is by living your life the best way you possibly can. Listen as Frank details how simply waiting on the dying of our loved one and ourselves makes us miss all the...

In our interview with the “rock and roll engineer,” Adam Steltzner discusses how exploration expresses our humanity and is an entirely unique trait among us all. He believes it’s a fundamental part of our humanity and is just like art and theater in that it’s a “gesture of who we are.” Take a listen to hear how a NASA engineer views humanity and what makes us the way we are! For 10 years, Ada...

The question no longer is whether or not technology is good or bad for us; it’s now “What do we do with it?” And there’s nobody in the world right now who can better answer that question than Amy Blankson. Through technology, Blankson has been working on implementing positive psychology strategies in new and inventive ways. Take a listen to hear how she does that and how she views the new technolo...

Unlock the secrets of successful interpersonal interactions with the brilliant Vanessa Van Edwards in this captivating episode of Unmistakable Creative. Vanessa, a celebrated human behavior expert, and bestselling author, takes you on a journey through the science behind connecting with people and navigating social situations with ease. In this thought-provoking interview, Vanessa Van Edwards shar...

You can find confidence in many ways. But for Ben Weston, dancing is one of the best ways to do so. Ben teaches men to dance with confidence and power at parties, clubs, and weddings. Dancing can be something foreign or terrifying to men, but not to Ben. And he has a unique story about how he got here and became the dancer he is today. Ben Weston , the Men’s Dance Coach, helps men learn how to dan...