

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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Jul 10, 2019 • 57min
Giving a Voice to Those Who’ve Been Marginalized with Shawn Dove
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.orgShawn Dove can be contacted via his email, sdove@blackmaleachievement.orgFollow Shawn on Twitter as @DoveSoars, and Instagram as @shawn_dove Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8, 2019 • 55min
Increasing Your Vitality by Accessing Your Spirituality with Niraj Naik
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 5, 2019 • 1h 16min
Best of: The Art and Science of Love with Megan Poe
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 3, 2019 • 50min
Funding Your Creativity with Your Day Job with Rick Coste
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.comRick is the producer behind many successful audio dramas including Behemoth, which can be found at www.modernaudiodrama.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 1, 2019 • 1h 1min
Living an Artful Life with John Weiss
John Weiss is a former police chief who retired early to pursue a creative life. John believes it is possible for anyone to life an artful life, whether that means drawing cartoons on the notice board of the police department or painting landscapes in the studio. Beauty, creativity and art are vitally important to our health. Take a listen to find out what it means to be living an artful life.John is the author of Living an Artful Life – Inspirational Stories and Essays for the Artist in EveryoneTo find out more about John Weiss and his artful work, check out his website at www.JohnPWeiss.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 2019 • 49min
Best of: How to Live a Good Life with Jonathan Fields
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 learned and personal growth achieved along the journey.Fields encourage listeners to answer a deeper calling within themselves, acknowledging that the path to creating something meaningful often takes years if not decades. He references the classic Ira Glass quote, highlighting that one's sense of taste develops long before the ability to produce at that level. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the essence of living a good life and the importance of being open to the possibility of a long, rewarding journey.In addition to the enlightening conversation with Fields, this episode also features a guide to unlocking your mind's full potential. Learn how to build a 'second brain' with Mem.ai, a tool designed to capture, organize, and retrieve your knowledge effortlessly. Never let a good idea slip away again and supercharge your productivity. Start building your second brain today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 26, 2019 • 50min
A Deep Exploration of Our Most Important Human Needs with Tui Fleming
Tui Fleming is a coach, author and speaker who is all about living life to the fullest. We get to have a wholesome discussion that explores some of the most pivotal moments and experiences of Tui’s life as well as take deeper look into how these lessons have lead her to become the woman she is today. If you don’t feel like you’re fully connected with who you are, then you’ll want to take a listen to this podcast. It’s time to learn the art of Self.Follow Tui on Instagram @tuifleming Tui has recorded a 10-minute, mindful meditation specifically for listeners of the Unmistakable Creative. To take a listen, visit www.TuiFleming.com/unmistakableTui Fleming’s website can be found at www.TuiFleming.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 2019 • 50min
How to Stress Less and Accomplish More with Emily Fletcher
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 worldwide authority on the subject.Emily's journey from Broadway performer to meditation teacher is both inspiring and relatable. She shares her personal experiences with stress and anxiety and how meditation became her number one tool for dealing with these challenges. Emily's approach to meditation is unique, combining mindfulness and manifestation with traditional meditation techniques. This combination, known as the Ziva technique, is designed to manage different kinds of stress and has proven to be effective for thousands of individuals.In this enlightening conversation, Emily offers valuable insights into how to go from being full of need and seeking fulfillment, to being fulfilled and looking for need. She provides practical advice on how to incorporate the Ziva technique into your daily routine, regardless of how busy you are. Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how to stress less, accomplish more, and unlock your full potential with Emily Fletcher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 2019 • 48min
Best of: Redefining What it Means to be a Man with Brett McKay
To Brett McKay, the definition of “what it means to be a man” has taken a turn for the worst and is now a caricature of what it was just seven or eight decades ago. During a visit to his local bookstore, he was frustrated by the quality of the men’s magazines they had for sale which inspired him to start The Art of Manliness. Hear what he thinks makes a “real man” and why he wants to change the definition.Brett McKay is the founder and editor-in-chief of The Art of Manliness and author of The Illustrated Art of Manliness: The Essential How-To Guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 2019 • 44min
Transforming Body Image Through Photography with Kinzie Ferguson
Kinzie Ferguson is an empowerment photographer dedicated to transforming body image in the women and femme community through capturing raw beauty and allowing her models to be comfortable in their own skin. Society has placed daunting expectations on body image and set unrealistic standards for what ‘beautiful’ means. We get to redefine that. Kinzie has a message that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to love yourself.Follow Kinzie on Instagram – @empowermentphotographerLearn more about Kinzie’s work and get involved at www.empowermentphotographer.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


