The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Along with the many useful and constructive benefits of technology, we need to be mindful of the vices that come with it. Having access to a cyber-universe at our fingertips can be severely detrimental to our focus, squashing our productivity into a shadow of what it once was. The result? A weakened sense of well-being, accomplishment and purpose. Cal Newport, author of Digital Minimalism, joins us to explain the nature of this network and what we can do to avoid falling victim to the everlasting cycle of distraction.

To find out more about Cal Newport and what he’s up to, visit his website at www.CalNewport.com

Cal is the author of multiple books including Digital Minimalism which you can get your hands on here.

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Embark on an extraordinary journey into the fascinating realm of future technology with renowned author and futurist Steven Kotler, in this captivating episode of Unmistakable Creative.

In this thought-provoking conversation, Steven Kotler takes us on a compelling exploration of cutting-edge technologies and their profound impact on human civilization. As a leading expert in the fields of technology and innovation, Steven shares invaluable insights into the latest advancements and trends shaping the future.

Drawing from his extensive research and work with top thinkers and innovators, Steven delves into transformative technologies, such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, virtual reality, and more. Gain a glimpse into the potential of these game-changing innovations to revolutionize industries, redefine human experiences, and address some of the world's most pressing challenges.

As we peer into the future, Steven unravels the ethical considerations and societal implications that accompany these emerging technologies. Join us as we ponder the balance between progress and responsibility and explore the role of human consciousness in navigating the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Whether you're a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the unfolding possibilities of tomorrow, this episode promises to expand your horizons and ignite your imagination. Discover the profound impact of future technology on our lives, and gain unique perspectives on how to embrace the opportunities it presents while maintaining our humanity and values.

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“So even if you say “I’m not trying to do deep work now. I”m in line at the supermarket. I’m bored let me look at something.” That actually affects your deep work the next morning or the next day when you actually want to do it. There’s this whole notion of passive training where you basically are embracing boredom. You give your mind plenty of practice in actually resisting the urge for distraction, being bored, and being present. That actually has the same sort of ramifications on your ability to focus down the line, just like smoking having to do with cardio vascular fitness. If you’re smoking outside of your practice as a professional athlete, when you get to your actual game you’re going to struggle. If your attention is constantly shifting towards things that are novel and interesting, if you can’t tolerate boredom, it’s going to be hard when it becomes time for you to focus to actually do it.” – Cal Newport

Cal Newport is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004.

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The recent history of humanity has witnessed an explosive, exponential growth like we’ve never seen before: that of technology. It is one that has now begun to drastically reshape many aspects of modern living, one of which being the way we make our money. For this episode, we are joined by entrepreneurial advocates, Anne Driscoll and Chris Schultz as they share how they built the company Launch Pad, a community and workspace geared towards catalyzing the success of entrepreneurs.

Go to www.LP.co to find out more about Launch Pad and how to get involved.

Follow Launch Pad on Twitter @LaunchPad

Follow Chris Schultz on Twitter @CSchultz

Follow Anne Driscoll on Instagram @AED311

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Michael Ventura, author of Applied Empathy and CEO of Sub Rosa, joins us on the show to talk about empathy: what it means, why it plays a pivotal role in effective leadership and how to apply it. Michael offers a wealth of insight into why leaders of all levels need to truly understand people in order to connect with them and lead effectively. Whether you know it yet or not, you are a leader. Now all you need to do is apply empathy.

Michael Ventura’s book, Applied Empathy, can be read up on at his website, as well as everything else you need to know, at www.AppliedEmpathy.com

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In one of our most fascinating interviews ever, Dr. Wallace Nichols explained to us the surprising science behind water and the human condition. Studies had been done on the effect music and stress had on the mind, but when Wallace went to search for research done on the effect water had on the mind, his results came up empty. So he decided to conduct his own research, and the results may surprise you! Take a listen and find out how water affects us all!

Dr. Wallace “J.” Nichols, called “Keeper of the Sea” by GQ Magazine and “a visionary” by Outside Magazine is an innovative, silo-busting, entrepreneurial scientist, movement maker, renown marine biologist, voracious Earth and idea explorer, wild water advocate, bestselling author, sought after lecturer, and fun-loving Dad. He also likes turtles (a lot).

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There is no Calvary coming to save the day. We are the iconic leaders that we’re waiting for. Shawn Dove is the CEO of the Campaign for Black Male Achievement (CBMA) and he joins us for this episode of the podcast. As an only child raised by a single mother, Shawn has many impactful and astoundingly rich life lessons to share with our listeners. Tune in to our discussion and find out how he and the CBMA are taking a stand for better life outcomes of black men and boys.

To get involved, become a member of the campaign at www.blackmaleachievement.org

Shawn Dove can be contacted via his email, [email protected]

Follow Shawn on Twitter as @DoveSoars, and Instagram as @shawn_dove

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Niraj Naik began his career as a pharmacist where he was appalled by the nature of the pharmaceutical industry. He longed to help his patients with effective methods of treating their ailments at the source. The spirit. The word ‘spirit’ means breath, or to breathe, an emanation of life-force. Niraj was later diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis and depression. He used an ancient breathing technique, pranayama, to heal himself without medication or surgery. He joins us now for this episode to impart his wisdom and to set you on your own spiritual journey to wellness.

Visit www.somabreath.com/awaken to gain access to a free guided meditation webinar and find out more about Niraj and his work.

You can find Niraj Naik’s blog at TheRenegadePharmacist.com, among many other resources, tools and supplements.

Follow Niraj on Instagram @The_Renegade_Pharmacist

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From her first ever heartbreak to finding love many times after, Megan Poe has had her fair share of experiences with love. Now she wants to share her passion for love and embrace both the art and science behind one of life’s most complex emotions. Listen to her story and how she views love, life, and relationships.

Dr. Meg Poe, M.D. is a psychiatrist and interpersonal psychoanalyst. She wants to find out how do we each live, love, and work well, and she created and teaches the first curricular course on Love at NYU for undergraduates, an interdisciplinary class drawing from film, poetry, philosophy, art, psychology, and neuroscience.

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For this episode of the Unmistakable Creative, we are joined by Rick Coste, who may be one of our most prolific guests on the show to date. Rick is a writer and audio producer, best known for his work in audio drama. Rick has achieved a remarkable level of productivity in his daily life and is eager to share the secret to how, despite having a day job, he has maintained an unwavering desire to express and create.

You can find out more about Rick Coste and his work at www.RickCoste.com

Rick is the producer behind many successful audio dramas including Behemoth, which can be found at www.modernaudiodrama.com

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