The Unmistakable Creative Podcast
Srinivas Rao
Timeless Practical Wisdom For Living a Meaningful LifeInspiring stories and practical advice from creatives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, misfits, and rebels to help you become successful on your own terms Our listeners say, “If TEDTalks met Oprah you’d have the Unmistakable Creative.” Eliminate the feeling of being stuck in your life, blocked in your creativity, and discover higher levels of meaning and purpose in your life and career. Listen to deeply personal, insightful, and thought-provoking stories from the world’s leading thinkers and doers including best-selling authors, artists, peak performance psychologists, happiness researchers, entrepreneurs, startup founders, artists, venture capitalists, and even former bank robbers. Former guests have included Tim Ferriss, Seth Godin, Justine Musk, Scott Adams, Rob Bell, David Heinemeier Hansson, Elle Luna, Jordan Harbinger Brett Mckay, and Simon Sinek.Join The Unmistakable CollectiveThe Unmistakable Collective is a monthly membership for writers, bloggers, podcasters, and content creators that gives you access to workshops, AMA's, and accountability from other like-minded peers to help you accomplish any creative goals! Click here to become a member.Connect with Us On Social Twitter: @unmistakableceoInstagram: @unmistkablecreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 22, 2024 • 56min
Martin Gonzales | What Makes An Effective Founder?
Martin Gonzales, author of 'The Bonfire Moment,' discusses the key insights on effective startup founders and the role of human psychology in entrepreneurship. Topics include building strong team dynamics, avoiding common pitfalls in startup culture, and blending organizational psychology with real-world business challenges.
May 20, 2024 • 56min
Mary Jo Hoffman | Embracing Childlike Wonder in Adulthood
Mary Jo Hoffman, a former aerospace engineer turned nature-inspired visual artist, discusses her daily practice of mindfulness through photography. She shares insights on creativity, aging, and finding inspiration in everyday objects, emphasizing the importance of embracing creativity in adulthood.
May 17, 2024 • 52min
Listener Favorites: Anne Jacoby | Designing Organizations and Individuals for Creative Thinking
Anne Jacoby, with 15 years of experience in cultivating creativity in the workplace, discusses designing thriving creative cultures, navigating career transitions, inspiring creativity in the workplace, fostering risk-taking, and overcoming blocks to creativity in organizations.
May 15, 2024 • 60min
Jessica Calarco | How Women Became America’s Safety Net
Join us as sociologist Jessica Calarco explores the myths surrounding meritocracy in today's society. In this enlightening episode, Jessica discusses how entrenched societal myths influence our understanding of success and the systemic structures that shape our lives. She delves into the impact of these myths on education, social safety nets, and gender roles, offering insights into how we might reimagine these structures for a more equitable future. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the deeper forces at play in our quest for equity and justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 13, 2024 • 57min
Jeremy Toeman | The Power of Actionable Ideas
Entrepreneur Jeremy Toeman discusses actionable ideas in successful entrepreneurship, AI in business, startup culture, and team dynamics. Topics include the power of immediate action, importance of co-founders, reshaping education with AI, and the impact of AI tools on creative content creation.
May 10, 2024 • 50min
Listener Favorites: Dr. Melanie Salmon | Why Forgiveness is the Key to All Change
Dr. Melanie Salmon shares her transition from medicine to Quantum Energy Coaching to help traumatized patients find peace. Topics include addressing trauma with forgiveness, societal struggles, racial prejudice, business growth, alternative healing approaches, power of forgiveness, and navigating depression with trauma-based therapy.
May 8, 2024 • 59min
Scott Harrison | The Power of Clean Water: How One Organization is Making a Global Impact
Former nightlife impresario turned champion for clean water, Scott Harrison, discusses the global water crisis, personal redemption, and the transformative power of service. From shallow relationships to profound purpose, he shares his journey towards creating a worldwide movement for sustainable water solutions.
May 7, 2024 • 1h 1min
AJ Jacobs | One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Constitution's Original Meaning
AJ Jacobs embarks on a year-long experiment following the U.S. Constitution's original words. Topics include living by the Constitution's original meaning, the evolution of free speech rights, free speech restrictions throughout history, exploring the Supreme Court and prison reform, and embracing imperfections for unmistakable excellence.
May 3, 2024 • 52min
Listener Favorites: Heather Smith | Preserving the Stories of Humanity for Future Generations
Heather Smith, preserving humanity's stories for the future, discusses family roots, entrepreneurship challenges, success strategies, and the importance of preserving memories. She showcases Story File as a tool for capturing and sharing narratives for generations to come.
May 1, 2024 • 50min
Jordi Forniés | From PhD to Philanthropy: How a Spanish Artist Built a School in India
Spanish artist Jordi Forniés talks about transitioning from a PhD to philanthropy, building a school in India. He discusses the challenges of navigating foreign bureaucracy, fundraising, and the impact of cross-cultural contributions to education.
