The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Join us for this one of a kind of episode with Matt Cooke as he flips the mic around to our host, Srini Rao. We get to hear from Srini some of what went into writing the book that sparked the Unmistakable Creative Podcast and changed his life. Matt and Srini have the desire to help other people, like you, to find the book within them that will change their life. They’ve put their heads together and have decided to host a Writer’s Retreat. You’ll get to hang out with them, see how they think and most importantly, leave with the tools you need to put what’s inside on paper. If you’d like to write a book but don’t feel fully equipped, head over to unmistakable.com/author to sign up.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dolores Hirschmann is an author, coach and TEDx Organiser from Masters in Clarity. In this inspiring episode, we get to discuss the pillars of finding your purpose and reaching clarity in your life. Dolores has a message that applies to each and every one of us. Listen closely as she imparts her wisdom and sheds light into your life, it’s guaranteed that you will walk away with something valuable.Reach out to Dolores Hirschmann at www.mastersinclarity.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this incredibly interesting episode, we get to chat with Albert-Laszlo Barabasi, a Physicist and Data Scientist in Network Theory. Why does hard work not always measure up to success? We out-perform expectations to go the extra mile but somehow always finish a mile short of where we want to be. For too long the link between performance and success has remained a mystery. Now, Albert has used raw data and historic case studies to uncover the unspoken rules behind success so that we can leverage them to our advantage. This is definitely an episode you’ll want to revisit.To find out more about Albert-Laszlo Barabasi and his work, you can easily find him on Google or visit www.Barabasi.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Unmistakable Creative Wesley Chapman shares his personal story of 12 documented suicide attempts, and the tremendous power of accepting the transparent reality of our core identities.Wesley Chapman is the co-founder of a non-profit called A Human Project, where his mission is to create a community of empowered youth, while preventing teens from self harm and suicide.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this unique episode, we get to sit down with two Unmistakable guests, Nick and Katherine North. Nick is a trans-man married to Katherine, a fierce feminist who have both had their fair share of wearing different masks throughout their lives. Everybody wears a mask at some point in their life. For most of us, that’s everyday. From as small as putting on a fake smile to as daunting as hiding your true identity from the world, every mask we wear is an attempt to keep ourselves safe. It’s time to be courageous. It’s time to take them off.Connect and find out more about Nick at NickNorth.co and Katherine at DeclareDominion.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is an inspiring and heart-filled discussion with David Wood, a life coach and CEO at Play For Real, about finding your true purpose and place in life. David talks about the concept of playing the game of life, unapologetically and wholeheartedly. He explains that losing at a game doesn’t need to spoil the fun or even worse, prevent you from playing. Our discussion makes for a captivating episode as David shares some valuable stories, many profound lessons and much more.Visit playforreal.life to take a 1-minute reality check. If you find a large gap between where you are and where you want to be, maybe David Wood can help you out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You should never stop asking for what you want. That’s one of the many things that AJ Leon believes helps you 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, the influence of Shakespeare in his life, and much more.AJ Leon is the founder of Misfit Inc, and the author of The Life and Times of a Remarkable Misfit. You can follow him on twitter as @aljeon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When navigating the twists and turns of life, there are 3 important things that we tend to forget to do along the way. This leaves us frustrated, unguided and disappointed… maybe without even knowing why. Tim Shields is a writer and he joins for this episode of the podcast to discuss the power of surrendering to life, being grateful for what you have and being intentional with the way you spend your time. So don’t waste this time, listen to what Tim has to share, it’s empowering.Connect with Tim Shields or find out more about his book at www.acuriousyear.comGo to Amazon to get a copy of Tim’s latest book, A Curious Year in the Great Vivarium Experiment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren Virassammy is the Chief Operating Officer at 34 Strong, a team of Organizational Consultants who help other companies become a great place to work. Darren is a leader and a visionary. He joins us for this episode of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast to share a message that can help you re-shape the workplace or even transform your life. He explains how we can get on track and take ownership of our own zone of genius while giving others the opportunity to do the same.You can connect and work with Darren Virassammy and 34 Strong at www.34strong.comTo find out more about Darren and his work, check him out on Linkedin at www.linkedin.com/in/strengthsfinder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Kurson shares his journey from being an F-student in high school, to a desperately unhappy Harvard educated Lawyer and eventual New York Times Bestselling Author.You can find out more about Robert and his work at www.RobertKurson.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rahaf Harfoush is a Strategist, Digital Anthropologist and Author who has a powerful message to share in this episode of the Podcast. In a world where we are taught that attention is a measure of success and that our success determines our worth, the true value of self has become distorted. Take a listen to our discussion, it might just be exactly what you’re needing to hear.To find out more about Rahaf’s latest book, Hustle and Float, head on over to HustleandFloat.comYou can connect with Rahaf on any social media platform as @RahafHarfoush Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Speed has been a graffiti artist since he was 18 and is now doing it professionally with his company, Graffiti Life. Take a listen for an extraordinarily grounded look into the world of graffiti. From the high-octane, train yard cop chases to the ethical, professional industry of the art form, David has seen it all. The stories as well as the message he has to share are both captivating and inspiring. Don’t miss out.David Speed has a podcast that recently made it to no. 1 on the iTunes business podcast chart called Creative RebelsYou can connect with David on social media using @DavidSpeedUKYou can also find his company on social media as @Graffiti_Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does an entrepreneur go from starting a business to wanting to run for president? Andrew Yang discusses the journey his life has taken from “scrappy entrepreneur-type” to a 2020 presidential candidate. He talks about what sparked his interest in running for office, the growing student loan debt, the shifting technological and economical policies, and much more.Andrew Yang is an American entrepreneur, the founder of Venture for America, and is a 2020 presidential candidate for the Democratic party. You can interact with him and follow him on Twitter @AndrewYangVFACheck out this hilarious video of Andrew Yang on The Daily Show – Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang’s Campaign for Universal Basic Income | The Daily ShowThe Architects of Reality is an in-person, 2-day event put together by chief creative instigator and host, Srini Rao. Over the course of 2 days, you will have the opportunity to connect, communicate and collaborate with some of your favorite Unmistakable guests. To get on the list, visit unmistakablecreative.com/realityHow does an entrepreneur go from starting a business to wanting to run for president? Andrew Yang discusses the journey his life has taken from “scrappy entrepreneur-type” to a 2020 presidential candidate. He talks about what sparked his interest in running for office, the growing student loan debt, the shifting technological and economical policies, and much more.Andrew Yang is an American entrepreneur, the founder of Venture for America, and is a 2020 presidential candidate for the Democratic party. You can interact with him and follow him on Twitter @AndrewYangVFACheck out this hilarious video of Andrew Yang on The Daily Show – Democratic Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang’s Campaign for Universal Basic Income | The Daily ShowThe Architects of Reality is an in-person, 2-day event put together by chief creative instigator and host, Srini Rao. Over the course of 2 days, you will have the opportunity to connect, communicate and collaborate with some of your favorite Unmistakable guests. To get on the list, visit unmistakablecreative.com/reality Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes taking control of your own brain can be a lot easier said than done. Lara Honos-Webb is a clinical psychologist and author of 6 books relating to ADHD. During our discussion, Lara shares some fantastic insight into dealing with negative thoughts, managing attention and distraction and ultimately improving executive functioning to become the boss of your brain.To find out more about Lara Honos-Webb, visit ADDisagift.comLara has 6 books on Amazon, the latest one being Brain Hacks. Go check it out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Unmistakable Creative, we get to sit down with the co-founder of The Mad Optimist soap company, Anthony Duncan. Anthony lived with his two friends in college when the three of them decided to figure out how to make their own soap. What started out as a fun experiment soon turned into a business model that is now aptly known as The Mad Optimist. Take a listen to find out how 3 college friends making soap for fun went on to start a successful business in the face of industry behemoths.To find out more about Anthony Duncan and The Mad Optimist, visit www.TheMadOptimist.comYou can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram as @TheMadOptimist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Peck is a writer, designer and entrepreneur whose life has been deeply influenced by swimming and writing. In this chat, we discuss the lessons she has learned during her journey of progressing from being a college swim team member to becoming a writer and open water swimmer, whose swims have included braving the treacherous waters of San Franciscobay to Alcatraz and back.If you’d like to find out more about Sarah Peck and her work, you can visit her website at SarahKPeck.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zeke Zelker is a creative entrepreneur and filmmaker who recently finished producing the feature film, Billboard. Zeke started out working in an amusement park, founded by his grandfather. He then began his career in filmmaking and refinanced his Jeep to produce his first film. Now, Zeke has been producing films for over 20 years and is the founder of the production company, iDreamMachine. In this episode we get to hear about his journey and his present-day work, as well as gain perspective on how he has navigated the geography of life without losing himself along the way.Zeke has a blog where he shares his knowledge, experiences, and passions. You can find it by visiting zekezelker.comHis company website can be found at idreammachine.com You can also find the company on all social media platforms as iDreamMachine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patrick Campbell, a former strategist at Google, now co-founder and CEO of ProfitWell, joins us for this episode of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast. Patrick’s life, which has had a unique upward trajectory, carries an inspiring message of staying true to one’s self and having the courage to choose your own path. Discover the how and why behind Patrick’s decision to pursue his ambitions despite what others expected of him as well as the great and many things he has accomplished along the way.You can find out more about Patrick Campbell and connect with him on LinkedInFollow Patrick on Twitter @Patticus If you’re interested in ProfitWell (formerly Price Intelligently) and would like to find out more, simply visit www.profitwell.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Loya’s life trajectory of rising up and moving forward took a radically different turn after losing his mother at an early age and then stabbing his father in the neck at the age of 16. This was the beginning of a life of crime, including a 14 month bank robbing spree in which he robbed a total of 30 banks. In this amazing chat about his life, we discuss the amazing power of innovating with your story.Joe Loya is an essayist and playwright, as well as a contributing editor with the Pacific News Service. His essays have appeared in several national newspapers and magazines, including the San Francisco Examiner, the Los Angeles Times, and El Andar magazine.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we get to have a great discussion with digital economy researcher, data scientist and entreprenuer, Kartik Hosanagar, about artificial intelligence in the modern world. Kartik expands on his background and on his work before we dive into some of the insight found in his latest book, A Human’s Guide to Machine Intelligence. Take a listen to find out more about the eye-opening impacts of AI technology on humanity and, more importantly, how to stay in control.To find out more about Kartik Hosanagar and his book, simply visit www.Hosanagar.comYou can follow Kartik on Twitter @KHosanagarTo get a copy of his book head over to Amazon and pick one up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this thought-provoking episode, we get to sit down with Anjali Nath, a political scientist, philosopher, and educator, who runs a grassroots adult learning program called Liberation Spring that aims to decolonize and unlock the potential of their learners. We get to discuss the beginnings of Anjali's journey as well as the inspiration that lead her to where she is now. More than this, Anjali shares a fierce message of liberation, enlightenment and wisdom.To find out more about Anjali Nath and Liberation Spring, simply visit liberationspring.comAnjali is the host of the Feral Visions podcast which you can find on iTunes, SoundCloud or YouTubeYou can also follow Liberation Spring on all social media platforms.SponsorsDelesign is a design service that offers unlimited graphic design, motion graphics, website design, branding and more for a flat rate of just $375 per month. They have a special offer for Unmistakable listeners right now. Just visit www.delesign.com/unmistakable and use the coupon code ‘unmistakable' to get 30% off!In this thought-provoking episode, we get to sit down with Anjali Nath, a political scientist, philosopher, and educator, who runs a grassroots adult learning program called Liberation Spring that aims to decolonize and unlock the potential of their learners. We get to discuss the beginnings of Anjali's journey as well as the inspiration that lead her to where she is now. More than this, Anjali shares a fierce message of liberation, enlightenment and wisdom.To find out more about Anjali Nath and Liberation Spring, simply visit liberationspring.comAnjali is the host of the Feral Visions podcast which you can find on iTunes, SoundCloud or YouTubeYou can also follow Liberation Spring on all social media platforms.SponsorsDelesign is a design service that offers unlimited graphic design, motion graphics, website design, branding and more for a flat rate of just $375 per month. They have a special offer for Unmistakable listeners right now. Just visit www.delesign.com/unmistakable and use the coupon code ‘unmistakable' to get 30% off! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In one of the best interviews we’ve had, we spoke with James Clear, author and entrepreneur, who talks about how habits impact entrepreneurship, health, and creativity and about how to treat your failures as data points that are required for mastery. Take a listen to help tear down myths you’ve learned about creativity and habits and how James can help you change your life!James Clear writes at JamesClear.com, where he shares strategies based on proven research and real-world experiences that make it easier to stick to good habits and live a healthy life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny Iny left school in the 10th grade to become an entrepreneur. Years later he is the host of the Business Reimagined podcast, best-selling author of the book Leveraged Learning, as well as founder and CEO of Mirasee, a business education company. During our discussion, Danny paints a picture of how he got to where he is today, as well as use his story to shed light on how disrupting education helps those who are life-long learners.You can get a copy of the book Leveraged Learning on Amazon or you can read the entire book for free at leveragedlearningbook.comIf you are either an expert with something to teach, a business leader or a lifelong learner, visit mirasee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What kind of life do you want to live? Now ask yourself, how much money do you need to live that life? You may find it’s a lot less than you expect. Grant Sabatier, author of Financial Freedom and founder of Millenial Money, joins us to share his message about how to use money as a tool to live a richer life and achieve financial freedom. To find out more about the book, visit financialfreedombook.comFollow @millennialmoney on Twitter, as well as the book @financialfreedom on InstagramGrant has a blog and a website at millennialmoney.com You’ll find out more about him and his work at GrantSabatier.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After losing his mother and battling depression and alcoholism, Glenn Beck took control of his life and rose to stardom. In one of our best interviews, the captivating storyteller and sometimes controversial media personality and entrepreneur shares his personal story of going through rock-bottom into what life is like for him now. He talks about why we become our best selves because of our struggles and why we have the right to failure.Glenn Beck is a television and radio host, political commentator, author, television network producer, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and CEO, and owner and founder of Mercury Radio Arts, the parent company of his television and radio network TheBlaze. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we are joined by Paul Jarvis, author of Company of One, software creator, designer and online course teacher. Paul has an understanding that growth isn’t always a good thing for businesses. He brings a message that helps lift the veil of thinking bigger is better and to understand how knowing what you want and wanting less often go hand in hand.Find out more about Paul Jarvis’ book at Company of One: Why Staying Small is The Next Big Thing for BusinessTo find out more about Paul, his work and to listen to his podcast, visit pjrvs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we get to talk with Austin Netzley, an investor, author and entrepreneur who’s aim is to help others create a business that scales. A business that runs like a simplified, successful machine. He shares an inspiring story about how he got to where he is today and how we can build a business that can be used as a tool for a meaningful life.You can find Austin on Facebook as Austin NetzelyTo find out more about 2x and to get involved, visit scale2x.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another riveting episode of Unmistakable Creative, where we dive into the mind of Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator and the CEO of the Black Swan Group. This episode, titled 'Jedi Mind Tricks of an FBI Hostage Negotiator with Chris Voss,' offers a unique perspective on negotiation and the power of deference.In this episode, Chris Voss shares his wealth of knowledge and experience from his years in international crises and high-stakes negotiations. He discusses the concept of deference and how ceding the illusion of control can give you the upper hand. Voss's insights are not just applicable to hostage situations but also to the business world and everyday life.Voss also talks about his book, 'Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It,' and his company, the Black Swan Group. The company applies the techniques proven in global crisis situations to the business world, providing a unique program for negotiation and communication. Don't miss this episode to learn from one of the most influential voices in negotiation and gain insights that could transform your life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Natalie Nagele is the co-founder and CEO of Wildbit, a successful software company that started in the year 2000. Natalie has a unique outlook on the way we work and she likes to do things differently. At Wildbit, they work a 32 hour work week over 4 days. Then they take 3 days to clear their heads and reconnect with home. Natalie wants us to rethink what’s truly important in our lives and how we can honor those things in the way we work. She shares a thought-provoking message that has the power to change lives.To find out more about Natalie Nagele and her work, simply visit wildbit.comYou can find Natalie on Twitter as @natalienagele Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The workplace can feel like a pretty unemotional place sometimes. Elisabeth Fosselin is an author and speaker who’s work with Mollie West Duffy focuses on the power of embracing emotions in the workplace. In this episode, we get to discuss the ideas behind their book, No Hard Feelings. Elisabeth gives us an inspiring and in-depth look into the framework of their book, as well as what inspired this quirky and interactive guide that ultimately allows us to be the same person in and out of the workplace.More about Liz and Mollie’s book, No Hard Feelings: The Secret Power of Embracing Emotions At Work can be found at lizandmollie.com/bookYou can find out more about Liz and Mollie and their work on their website lizandmollie.com as well as @lizandmollie on Twitter and Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philip McKernan speaks around the world about the importance of overcoming personal obstacles, gaining clarity, and cultivating the confidence to believe in yourself. In one of the most inspiring and poetic conversations from 2015, Philip talks about the 3 pillars of a meaningful life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for Part 2 of our inspiring conversation with Ishita Gupta. Ishita helped Seth Godin publish his book Linhchpin: Are You Indispensable?, as well as another 6 bestselling books at The Domino Project. She is now a writer and speaker who works with clients who are serious about living up to their potential. She joins us for this special 2 part episode of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast where she gives a beautiful anecdote of her newly found friendship with David, a homeless man from New York, as well as an inspiring look into the past and present of her work and how she got to where she is today.To find out more about Ishita Gupta and her work, visit her website at ishitagupta.comYou’ll find Ishita on most platforms as Ishita Gupta, including Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ishita Gupta helped Seth Godin publish his book Linhchpin: Are You Indispensable?, as well as helped publish 6 bestselling books at The Domino Project. She is now a writer and speaker and works with clients who are serious about living up to their potential. She joins us for this special 2 part episode of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast, filled with wisdom and beautiful insights into building confidence and self-worth, living without fear and pursuing your dreams.To find out more about Ishita Gupta and her work, visit her website at ishitagupta.comYou’ll find Ishita on most platforms as Ishita Gupta, including Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In one of our most enthralling interviews we’ve had, Nadia Bolz-Weber tells us her story about faith and the founding of the House for All Sinners and Saints. Nadia was raised fundamental Christian, and her frustrations with organized religion later in life caused her to create the kind of church that she wanted to attend. What started out as a living room congregation, eventually grew into the House for All Sinners and Saints. Take a listen to our latest episode to hear her compelling story and view on God and religion!Nadia Bolz-Weber is a Lutheran minister who founded and is the pastor at the House for All Sinners and Saints, a mission congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in Denver, Colorado. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode of the podcast, we are joined by blogger, author and inspirational speaker, Allie Casazza. Allie is a wife and a mother of four kids who she and her husband happily home-school. The two of them also work together on her blog-turned-business. Allie has discovered a profoundly simple and liberating outlook on motherhood. You’ll find out how she has woven minimalism into her life as well as into the way she teaches and raises her kids. The benefits pave the way to a richer life.To find out more about Allie and her work, visit her website at alliecasazza.comCheck out Allie Casazza’s blog hereFollow Allie on Instagram on @allie_thatsme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Unmistakable Creative, we delve into the philosophy of Digital Minimalism with Cal Newport, a computer science professor at Georgetown University. As our world becomes increasingly digital, maintaining a healthy mindset can become a cluttered and stressful experience. Newport offers insightful advice on how Digital Minimalism can be the key to living a focused life in an increasingly noisy world.Newport, a New York Times bestselling author of seven books, including "A World Without Email," "Digital Minimalism," and "Deep Work," discusses the importance of being intentional with our use of technology. He emphasizes the need to align our digital habits with our core values and to be mindful of how our online activities impact our overall well-being.In this enlightening conversation, Newport shares strategies for implementing digital minimalism in our daily lives. From taking a break from all optional technologies for 30 days to creating 'operating procedures' for the tools we let back into our lives, Newport provides a roadmap for navigating the digital world without letting it overwhelm us. Tune in to learn more about how you can embrace digital minimalism and thrive in the new economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I truly do believe that this is both the very best time in the history of the universe, as far as we can tell, to make something because the tools for creation have never been more easily gotten, they’ve never been cheaper. They’ve never been better. They’ve never been as diverse. And they truly make things more accessible. So if you want to make something that has been made already like a book, a movie, a song, the tools do that are just about free, which means almost anybody in the world can get their hands on it. And many of these things in previous generations were prohibitively expensive and relegated to the elites. But now you can make a book that looks as good as a best-selling author can make, and you can distribute it, and it costs very little do…We are at a moment right now in terms of what’s ahead of us, that it’s a very rapidly expanding opening. We’re on the cusp of all these very transformative technologies and trends that will produce more stuff and opportunities in the next 50 years than in the past 50 years as much as that’s hard to believe. – Kevin KellyKevin Kelly is the founding executive editor of Wired Magazine, and author of The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aaron Dignan is the founder of The Ready and author of the book, Brave New Work. He joins us for this episode to discuss some of the major points in his book which focuses on rewriting the system of operation within a business to be more efficient and provide a richer experience on every level. Consider that many of the workflows within our businesses are outdated and time-consuming. Well, Aaron has a method to update our operating system.Aaron’s book can be found at www.bravenewwork.comTo find out more about Aaron and his work, simply visit www.theready.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode of the podcast, Daniel Levin, Connectivity Expert and Author, shares a captivating recount of the life-changing events that lead him to go on to write the book, The Mosaic, and become the person he is today. Throughout this discussion, Daniel talks about losing both his parents at a young age, choosing to walk away from H&R Block when he was 16, as well as discovering the true power of connection, and much, much more.To find Daniel Levin’s book, The Mosaic, as well as more about him and his work, simply visit: https://themosaiconline.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the podcast, Tom Yorton, CEO of SecondCity Works, Chicago’s world renown improv theater whose alumni include Steven Colbert, Tina Fey and many other high profile comedians, talks about what the world of improv can teach us about creation, communication and collaboration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cheryl Heller is a business strategist, designer and author of The Intergalactic Design Guide. She joins us in this episode for an inspiring, jam-packed discussion, focused on how we can transform the limits in our lives through social design and creativity. In light of achieving the impossible, Cheryl covers many inspiring and interesting topics such us how to define your sense of identity, how to apply the principles of communication design, why we should rely on experiments more than planning, and ultimately, how we can alter what we see as possible on our own lives.Cheryl Heller is the Founding Chair of the first MFA program in Design for Social Innovation at SVA. To view and apply to the DSI program, simply visit https://dsi.sva.edu Cheryl is the author of The Intergalactic Design Guide: Harnessing the Creative Potential of Social Design To find out more about Cheryl and her work, visit www.linkedin.com/in/cherylheller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode, we are joined by David Johnson, a renowned music producer and writer who has grown up around the likes of Miles Davis and Buddy Rich, and performed alongside artists such as Bruce Springsteen. Needless to say, David has experienced his fair share of the music industry. You’ll find out what its like to be 18 and touring the world, building honest friendships, or even losing your home and music studio to 25 inches of water, twice! Our discussion is that of a wholesome journey with honest, good-hearted lessons learned a long the way. Moreover, David gives an inspiring lesson on the universal language of music.David Johnson is currently working on a documentary called Patch.CV that focuses on the growing movement of modular synthesis which you can find on www.patchcv.comYou can reach David on [email protected] also has a Record Label and Film/TV sync music company called Gearkids Creative as well as a label called Organic Vinyl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We like winners. We like to be around winners. We like to work with winners. We like to be friends with winners. That is because we know unconsciously that could activate our feedback loop to win. University of British Columbia did a research study on athletes. They studied athletes around the world. They also studied athletes who’d been blind since birth. They found that across races and genders athletes have the exact same body language when they win or lose a race. Pride body language very specifically is when people take up as much space as possible. They tilt their head up towards the sky. They open their arms wide. They’ll jump up into the air or firmly plant their feet. It’s as if they’re saying “I feel good in the world so I want to take up more space in it.” Whereas defeated athletes, this is the body language of losing and shame, is when they take up as little space as possible. They roll their shoulders in. They tilt their heads towards their chest. They usually will grip their hands in a fist or clenched fashion. They even will stand or sit in fetal position. This is the universal gesture of shame. What happens is when we first see someone, in that first few seconds, we’re very quickly trying to decided “who do you look more like a winner or a loser?” We can pick up how prideful someone feels based on how much space they’re taking up and how much movement they have”- Vanessa Van EdwardsVanessa Van Edwards is a published author and behavioral investigator. She is a professional people watcher—speaking, researching and cracking the code of interesting human behavior for audiences around the world. She’s also the author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People  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. In this discussion, Will takes us on an enlightening journey through the history of self. He paints an intriguing picture of how early human societies and the modern-day western world are hugely connected. 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 that will blow your mind.If you’d like to find out more about Will Storr, follow him on twitter @wstorr or visit his website at www.WillStorr.comIf you liked this episode, you’ll love Will Storr’s latest book: Selfie: How We Became So Self-Obsessed and What It’s Doing to Us Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philip McKernan returns to the show for yet another awe-inspiring discussion. In this episode, Philip talks about taking ownership of your struggles and of your suffering, what it means to speak your truth and how that frees you up to be the person you are destined to be, which ultimately allows us to love and be loved by others. Philip also shares how he went about writing a book with dyslexia, some of his insight into using our gifts to make an impact and much more.Philip McKernan is a speaker, film-maker, coach as well as author of his latest book One Last TalkTo find out more about the book, visit OneLastTalk.com, and to find out more about Philip and his work, simply visit PhilipMcKernan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Unmistakable Creative, artist and designer James Victore shares his personal journey, what’s required to succeed in a creative career, and uncovering the defining ethos of our lives.James Victore runs an independent design studio hell-bent on world domination. He is an author, designer, filmmaker and firestarter. James has been exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and is represented in the permanent collections of museums around the globe. He is the host of Burning Questions. He also hosts a dinner series that consists of four days and nights that are chock-full of creation, communion, deep thought, and play. It’s an intense and intimate mastery program for conscious creatives who are ready to see and be seen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryder Carroll is a digital product designer, inventor of the Bullet Journal and author of his latest book, The Bullet Journal Method, which focuses on the art of intentional living. He joins us in this episode to share some valuable insights into his early career, experiences that helped shape him and lead him to where he is today, as well as what inspired him to create the Bullet Journal. Not only this but Ryder also gives us a first-hand look into his long awaited book: The Bullet Journal Method.To get your copy of The Bullet Journal Method or to find out more about Ryder Carroll and the Bullet Journal, simply visit https://bulletjournal.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Srini Rao, creator and host of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast, is the guest rather than the host for this episode! He discusses his latest book, Audience of One, and details why it’s important to pursue creative ventures for their own sake rather than only doing things so you can put them on a resume. He also discusses the importance of flow, mastering distraction, and much more.Srini Rao is the creator and host of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast. He’s the author of several books, including his newest book, An Audience of One. 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.Dr. Srini Pillay is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry (Part-Time) at Harvard Medical School. He is known for combining “head and heart” (figuratively and literally) in an approach to personal development and goal mastery that blends science, spirituality, and horns-grabbing joie de vivre to combat the stresses faced by ambitious and high-achieving people in academia, business, and life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Janelle Hanchett wasn’t sure if she was crazy or the rest of the world was when she became a mother. She saw all the ideals and characters of “motherhood” and realized she didn’t fit hardy any of them. So she began her blog, Renegade Mothering, to see if others felt that same way. She attempts to break down the cultural narratives of what being a mother truly is, and she discusses her addictive past as well.Janelle Hanchett created the blog Renegade Mothering in 2011 to determine if the rest of the mothering world was crazy or she was. She invited readers to join her in “the fight against helpful parenting advice” and wrote candidly about the darker sides of motherhood, including her own recovery from alcoholism. She’s the author of I’m Just Happy to Be Here as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.