

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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Oct 4, 2017 • 47min
Cara Thomas: Building a Life of Serendipity, Adventure, and Connection
Cara Thomas, founder of Serenflipity and former innovation consultant, built a deck-of-cards experience to spark serendipity and human connection. She recounts a sabbatical of 90 friend-suggested adventures, surprising encounters like snagging advice from Steven Tyler, and how vulnerability, travel, and chance meetings shaped a life of spontaneity and meaningful micro-moments.

Oct 2, 2017 • 40min
Nicole Moore: Dating for Growth
Nicole Moore's parents were told not to become too attached to their children early on because their children were very sickly and had a high likelihood of passing away. Because of that, her parents distanced themselves from saying “I love you” to their children till much later in life. From that childhood experience to a devastating breakup with her college boyfriend, Nicole built up an unhealthy relationship with love and dating. But after years of fighting within herself, a simple mindset shift changed her entire life. Take a listen as Nicole tells her story and how she began to date for growth rather than validation!Nicole Moore is a relationship coach and creator of the Love Works Method. She runs several “love boot camps” for women and help women realize how to create and pursue healthy relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 2017 • 45min
Best of: The Surprising Science of Water with Wallace Nichols
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). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 2017 • 50min
Sarah Kaler: Becoming Indestructible
Life was going smoothly and according to play for Sarah Kaler, but then she was diagnosed with epilepsy. That diagnosis changed her entire existence, and her life was threatening to spiral out of control. But Sarah was able to find a way to regain control, and she learned how to become indestructible in the process. Take a listen to our latest episode to hear Sarah's story and how she overcame such dramatic adversity!Sarah Kaler is an entrepreneur and formerly worked for Lululemon. She is the co-creator of Soul Powered and offers the tools needed for empowering women to be leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sep 25, 2017 • 48min
Tiago Forte: Building a Second Brain
In this episode, we're privileged to have Tiago Forte, a productivity expert and founder of Forte Labs. Tiago shares his profound insights on 'Building a Second Brain', a methodology he developed to help individuals become more productive and creative. He emphasizes the role of digital note-taking and knowledge management in achieving success.Tiago Forte is a thought leader in the realm of productivity. In this episode, he delves into the concept of 'Building a Second Brain' and how it can help individuals organize their ideas and information efficiently. His insights are not just for high performers or business owners. They're for anyone who wants to unlock their potential and achieve their best self.In this episode, Tiago also shares insights from his online course 'Building a Second Brain.' He discusses how the principles outlined in his course can be applied to everyday life, helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve their goals. This is a must-listen episode for anyone interested in personal development and peak performance.Listen to the full episode to learn more about Tiago's insights on productivity and the concept of 'Building a Second Brain.' You can find the Unmistakable Creative Podcast on all major podcast platforms. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 2017 • 1h 5min
Best of: Jedi Mind Tricks of an FBI Hostage Negotiator with Chris Voss
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.

Sep 15, 2017 • 59min
Best of: Overcoming Learned Helplessness and Understanding Irrational Behavior with Dan Ariely
In one of our most insightful interviews we've had, Dan Ariely shared his perspectives on suffering, irrational behavior, and how most time management systems allow others to hijack our time. Learn how to overcome your own learned helplessness and how to separate your decisions from the outcomes. Take a listen! Dan Ariely is the founder of The Center for Advanced Hindsight and co-founder of BEworks, Timeful, Genie and Shapa. He is a three-time New York Times best-selling author.In one of our most insightful interviews we've had, Dan Ariely shared his perspectives on suffering, irrational behavior, and how most time management systems allow others to hijack our time. Learn how to overcome your own learned helplessness and how to separate your decisions from the outcomes. Take a listen! Dan Ariely is the founder of The Center for Advanced Hindsight and co-founder of BEworks, Timeful, Genie and Shapa. He is a three-time New York Times best-selling author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 2017 • 42min
Andy Molinsky: The Psychology of Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone
Andy Molinsky wasn’t always comfortable with being uncomfortable. He often struggled with moving out of his comfort zone, and he would go out of his way to make excuses to find reasons why he shouldn’t and wouldn’t stray from the path his life was already on. But with time, he learned how to stretch himself beyond his comforts and challenge himself to embrace the paths he wasn’t familiar with. His new book, Reach, is all about helping others do the same, and he discussed those strategies with us. Take a listen to learn how you can step out of your comfort zone and be okay with it!Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. His work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. He is the author of Reach: A New Strategy to Help You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone, Rise to the Challenge and Build Confidence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 2017 • 42min
Vasavi Kumar: Breaking Free from the Prison of Your Own Mind
Going to jail completely changed Vasavi Kumar’s life. Before then, she was trapped by her addiction for certainty and her need of knowing that everything will be okay. And all that led to bad habits, bad tendencies, and bad behavior. But going to jail changed how Vasavi perceived the world and herself, and since then she’s learned how to break free from the prison of her own mind and wants to help others do the same through social work. Take a listen to her transformative story in our latest episode!Vasavi Kumar is a licensed social worker, special education teacher, and a certified coach. She holds dual Masters degrees in Special Education from Hofstra University and Social Work from Columbia University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 8, 2017 • 1h 26min
Best of: How to Live Well and Die Well with Greg Hartle Pt. 2
In one of our best interviews ever, Greg Hartle joined us to share his wisdom on living life and why temporary circumstances don’t define our lives. Greg shares his thoughts on a multitude of topics, including why you can’t let past experiences always define your beliefs, the importance of having advantages in your life, and much more. Take a listen to Part 2 of this two-part episode!Greg Hartle is a an entrepreneur and smartist who has survived a misspent youth, a kidney transplant, and visited all 50 states using nothing more than ten dollars and a laptop. You can follow him on twitter @greghartle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


