The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Best of 2020: Patricia Zo | How to Stop Playing it Safe

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you're walking through life avoiding conflict, frightening situations and conversations that make you feel uncomfortable? Patric...

Best of 2020: Michelle Poler | Learning to Embrace, Live and Negotiate with Fear

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Poler inspired a movement, Hello Fears, by facing 100 fears in 100 days. She went skydiving, she held a tarantula, she did trapeze and even w...

Best of 2020: Mark Wolynn | How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Wolynn says that inherited family trauma can become a core language that we tell ourselves – leading to our own unexplained anxiety, depression...

Best of 2020: Lydia Denworth | The Science and Psychology of Friendship

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to an insightful episode of Unmistakable Creative, where we are joined by the esteemed Lydia Denworth, an expert in science and psychology, to...

Best of 2020: Kelly McGonigal | How Physical Activity Contributes to Human Happiness

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this captivating episode of Unmistakable Creative, we are honored to welcome Kelly McGonigal, a renowned health psychologist, and author, to explor...

Best of 2020: Greg McKeown | Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Essentialism is a different way of doing everything. Being an essentialist sets you free from becoming too thinly spread, from having your time slip t...

Best of 2020: Frank Stephenson | The Man Who Designs the Most Expensive Cars in The World

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we get to meet Frank Stephenson, designer of the worlds most elite exotic cars. Having been the head of design for Ferrari, Maserati a...

Best of 2020: William Deresiewicz | The Death of the Artist in the Age of Permission-less Leverage

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode we are joined by William Deresiewicz, a remarkable author and speaker who's aim is to share the cold truth about the current digital ...

Tal Ben Shahaar | The Science of Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the secrets to unlocking daily joy and lasting fulfillment with the renowned positive psychologist, Tal Ben-Shahar, in this enlightening epis...

Daniel Lieberman | How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity―and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on Unmistakable Creative as we delve into the mind of Daniel Lieberman, a distinguished professor and vice chair for clinical affairs in the D...

Listener Favorites: Tom Bilyeu | Transforming Human Behavior Through Nutrition

27 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Humans are emotional creatures. We all have the chance right now today to decide, and that word is so important, to decide to live a beautiful life, ...

Seth Godin | The Emotional Journey of Shipping Creative Work

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by Seth Godin, prolific author, entrepreneur and former business executive, for yet another fascinating conversation. This time, Seth ta...

Todd Henry | The Hidden Forces that Drive Your Best Work

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Henry helps us uncover what it is that drives us, whether it's exploration, organization, creativity, impact or anything in-between. Getting in t...

Listener Favorites: Grant Sabatier | Money is Only Important if You Know Why You Want It

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What kind of life do you want to life? Now ask yourself, how much money do you need to live that life? You may find it's a lot less than you expect. G...

Hitendra Wadhwa | How to Use Ancient Indian Wisdom to Maximize Positive Impact in Modern Times

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hitendra Wadwha helps us to understand the essence of ancient Indian wisdom and how it can positively impact our lives in this modern world. Do these ...

Bret Lockett | How to Play The Game of Life at The Highest Level with an Ex-NFL Player

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by Bret Lockett, a former NFL player, entrepreneur and international speaker, as we discuss what it looks like to play the game of life ...

Listener Favorites: Albert-Laszlo Barabasi | The Universal Laws of Success

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this incredibly interesting episode, we get to chat with Albert-Laszlo Barabasi, a Physicist and Data Scientist in Network Theory. Why does hard wo...

Sunny Vanderbeck | An Ex-Army Ranger's Advice on Personal and Professional Success

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sunny Vanderbeck gives us critical insight into business strategy, personal growth and success that he has gained from his time as a military leader, ...

Jeff Harry | The Power of Play to Bring More Joy to Your Life

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Harry is helping adults tap into what drove them as a kid by entering a state of play and rediscovering their true selves. Through play, we can a...

Listener Favorites: Jordan Harbinger | Exploring Social Dynamics

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"There are influencers in your office. There are influencers in every social circle, entrepreneur circle. We just don’t think of it as such because ...

Laura Robbins | An Exploration of Identity, Racism, and Bigotry

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Robbins gives us look into the reality of racism and bigotry in the day to day lives of ordinary people. We get to hear about the first incident...

Steven Goldstein | How the Most Powerful People from Washington to Wall Street to Hollywood Make Us Like Them

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Goldstein shares his insightful story from childhood to activism as well as the interesting ways in which the powerful make us like them. Steve...

Listener Favorites: Katie Patrick | How to Save the World - A Research Backed Approach

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Patrick is an environmental engineer and software designer dedicated to helping people use real scientific data to change the world. Instead of ...

Sean Giovanni | The Difference Between Being an Influencer and Creating Influential Art

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sean Giovanni share's his incredibly inspiring story of relentlessly pursuing his purpose against all odds. From buying his first 4-track at 13, to ha...

Dr. Dain Heer | Using The Power of Consciousness to Transform Your Reality

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When Dain Heer was young, all he wanted to be when he grew up was happy. He knew that if he was happy, everything else would fall into place. In this ...

Listener Favorites: Jay Baer | Spreading Your Message and Mission through Word of Mouth

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jay Baer is an award-winning Internet pioneer who helps brands improve their digital marketing and customer experience. In this episode, we get to dis...

Kermit Jones | The Role of Race in How Our Lives Turn Out

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The year of 2020 has been one of disruption, reform and rage. The latter being deservedly in response to racial injustice. We know that race and racis...

Joe Jackman | The 5 Principles of Organizational and Individual Reinvention

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Change is coming at us fast and there's no stopping it. In an age of disruption, we have 2 choices: embrace it or as Joe Jackman says, ride it off a c...

Listener Favorites: Ryan Holiday | Why Stillness is the Key to a More Rewarding Life

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to an enlightening episode of Unmistakable Creative, where we delve into the profound wisdom of best-selling author and renowned thinker Ryan ...

Sarah Rose Cavanagh | The New Science of Tribalism in Our Divided World

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Rose Cavanagh uses social neuroscience to unveil the fascinating existence of a hive mind in our society, a phenomenon whereby a group of people...

Rhiannon Rees | From Awareness to Extraordinary Accomplishment

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From losing her marriage and business 12 years ago and being homeless for 3 years, Rhiannon Rees has managed to rise above tragedy and achieve extraor...

Listener Favorites: Nolan Bushnell | The Creation of Atari and Finding The Next Steve Jobs

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nolan Bushnell, founder of Atari and Chuck E. Cheese, as well as Steve Jobs’ mentor, shares views on education, reconnecting with your curiosity and...

Rod Cate | Living an Amazing Life Regardless of Your Circumstances

07 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When Rod Cate was 15, he made a tackle in a high school football game that changed his life forever. The impact crushed two of the vertebrae in his ne...

Shane Robitaille | The Power of Hope in the Face of Adversity

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From becoming homeless at just 14, to being emancipated at 15 and getting his first apartment at 16, Shane's life has been steeped in adversity. Despi...

Listener Favorites: Jeff Warren | Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meditation can accomplish many things for many different people, and Jeff Warren has experienced that firsthand. Despite having attention issues, Jeff...

Veronica Kaulinis | The Four Agreements of Vulnerability

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If connection is what you look for, you'll find a lot to take away from this insightful conversation with Veronica Kaulinis, founder of Vulnerable AF....

Greg McKeown | Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Essentialism is a different way of doing everything. Being an essentialist will set you free from becoming too thinly spread, from having your time sl...

Listener Favorites: Dan Ariely | Overcoming Learned Helplessness and Understanding Irrational Behavior

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In one of our most insightful interviews we've had, Dan Ariely shared his perspectives on suffering, irrational behavior, and how most time management...

Alex Jamieson & Bob Gower | How to Have Game Changing Conversations That Will Transform Your Life and Business

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The way you show up in conversations has the power to transform your life and business, yet we're never taught how to build the necessary communicatio...

B. Jeffrey Madoff | Making a Living with Your Ideas

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How do you make a living with your ideas? B. Jeffrey Madoff's done it, he's written a book about it and now he joins us to tell us how. Jeffrey i...

Listener Favorites: Cal Newport | Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"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 ...

Patrick Solomon | LSD, Joseph Campbell and Creativity

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph Campbell's work in comparative mythology and religion unveiled a common story found across all faiths and beliefs which he called 'The Hero's J...

Gillian Sandstrom | The Psychology of Talking to Strangers

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Gillian Sandstrom is a psychologist who, one day, sparked a conversation with a stranger on the subway. After this spontaneous conversation, she decid...

Listener Favorites: Kate Swoboda | The Courage Habit

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Swoboda grew up in a split household. Her mother was very liberal and her father was very conservative. Now she's a life coach and the creator of...

Dr. Uma Naidoo | This is your Brain on Food

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the phrase "You are what you eat". Well, Dr. Uma Naidoo has done the research and found a fascinating link between our stomachs a...

Michael Brody-Waite | Great Leaders Live Like Drug Addicts

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you think about Ivy League schools and the students they produce, the last thing you would consider is the possibility that their lives are the p...

What it Means to Be Black in America

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"When you watch Ahmad Aubrey being shot and you hear that those men have been released and were it not for the video and the outrage, those people wou...

Michelle Poler | Learning to Embrace, Live and Negotiate with Fear

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Poler inspired a movement, Hello Fears, by facing 100 fears in 100 days. She went skydiving, she held a tarantula, she did trapeze and even w...

Meta Wagner | Harness the Power of Your Artistic Personality

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What enabled the greats like Picasso and Hemingway to accomplish such incredible work during their prolific careers? Meta Wagner shares her model of t...

Listener Favorites: Cal Fussman | The Art of Emotionally Resonant Storytelling

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Unmistakable Creative, where we delve into the art of emotionally resonant storytelling with the legendary ...

Kristin Neff | Self Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kristin Neff says that just as every baby is born worthy of compassion and unconditional love, so too is every adult and we have the ability give that...

Buzzy Cohen | The Learning Strategies of a Jeopardy Champion

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Buzzy Cohen is a Jeopardy! champion who won $164,603 in 2016 and later returned in 2017 to claim the grand prize of $250,000 in the tournament of cham...

Srini Rao | Behind The Scenes of Indian Matchmaking

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your host, Srini Rao, sits down with Akshobh Giridharadas for a special behind the scenes interview on the hit Netflix series, Indian Matchmaking.Srin...

Sandy Greenberg | How Friendship and Love Can Lead to An Extraordinary Vision for Life

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From the loss his father at age 5, to facing blindness in his junior year and finding friendships that would last a lifetime, Sandy Greenberg's journe...

Joze Piranian | Turning Your Greatest Insecurity into Your Greatest Asset

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joze Piranian went from once begging his professors to exempt him from giving presentations in class to doing stand-up comedy in front of a thousand p...

Listener Favorites: Alex Jamieson and Bob Gower | Getting to Hell Yes

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we get to sit down with Facilitator, Advisor and Connector, Bob Gower, as well as natural foods Chef, author, speaker, TV per...

Why You Should Start a 100 Day Project

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with our community manager, Milena, as we dive into the inspiring concept of starting a 100 day project. With all our research and planning...

Patricia Zo | How to Stop Playing it Safe

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you're walking through life avoiding conflict, frightening situations and conversations that make you feel uncomfortable? Patric...

William Deresiewicz | The Death of the Artist in the Age of Permission-less Leverage

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this intellectually stimulating episode of Unmistakable Creative, we are joined by the acclaimed cultural critic and author, William Deresiewicz. D...

Listener Favorites: Simon Sinek | Finding Your Why

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Sinek is the instigator of an idea that has fundamentally changed the way we do business, live life, and create art. The notion that people don’...

Michael Neill | Accomplish an Impossible Goal in 90 Days

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Neill joins us to share his wisdom on accomplishing impossible goals with impeccable timing. He teaches us about detaching from expectations, ...

Rana el Kaliouby | A Scientist's Quest to Bring Emotional Intelligence to Technology

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of Unmistakable Creative featuring the brilliant Rana el Kaliouby, a scientist on a mission to revolutionize em...

36 Questions and The Mystery of Love

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is it that makes people fall in love? It's one of the greatest mysteries of being human. I walked into the bookstore here in Colorado and stumble...

Listener Favorites: Greg Hartle | How to Live Well and Die Well With Greg Hartle Pt. 2

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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. G...

Minnie Ingersoll | The Psychology and Personality Traits of Successful Founders

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Minnie Ingersoll is an investor and host of LA Venture podcast and she joins us on the show to spell out the psychology and personality traits of succ...

Listener Favorites: Greg Hartle | How to Live Well and Die Well Pt. 1

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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. G...

David Mauro | How Hitting Rock Bottom Can Lead You to the Highest Place on Earth

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When David was in his forties, his life hit rock bottom. Looking up from the bottom of the barrel, he decided to embark on a 7 year journey to climb t...

Dr. Benjamin Hardy | Why Personality Isn't Permanent

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our identity and personality are closely related, however we are lead to believe that although our identity can be altered, our personalities are set ...

Listener Favorites: Sally Hogshead | Creating Work That's Impossible to Resist

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to discover the secrets behind creating work that captivates and compels others? Join us in this engaging episode as we dive deep into t...

Mark Wolynn | How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Wolynn says that inherited family trauma can become a core language that we tell ourselves - leading to our own unexplained anxiety, depression o...

Sarah Vandella | Demystifying and De-stigmatizing the Adult Film Industry

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The adult film industry is a subculture that most of us have little knowledge or understanding of. It's something we that we only see from the outside...

Listener Favorites | Anders Ericsson: Mastering Your Craft Through Deliberate Practice

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Unmistakable Creative, we delve into the mind of Anders Ericsson, a globally recognized psychologist and professor at Florida State...

Jesse Schell | The Cultural Impact of Virtual Reality

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jesse Schell is a video game designer, author and CEO of Schell Games and he joins us for this interesting episode to discuss the present and future o...

Kevin Hancock | Leading When Your Voice Isn't Being Heard

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Hancock, CEO, author and speaker, joins us to talk about leadership, power dispersion and embracing your voice. Find out how with no known cause...

Listener Favorites: Nick Notas | The Foundation of Meaningful Connections

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dating can be scary. For both men and women. But Nick Notas is here to help men realize that dating is more than just trying to form a physical connec...

Rachel Friedman | Creativity, Potential, and The Imperfect Art of Adulthood

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Friedman, author of And Then We Grew Up, joins us to talk about the marvelous journey of living a creative life. We talk about knowing when to ...

John Perkins | Transforming Perceptions Through a Revolution in Consciousness

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by John Perkins, author of Confessions of an Economic Hit Man and Touching The Jaguar. We find out exactly what an economic hit man does...

Listener Favorites: Dani Shapiro | The Perils and Pleasures of a Creative Life

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Life as an artist can be full of wonder and joy, but it can also have its fair share of trials and hardships. Dani Shapiro has experienced both, and s...

Amy Smith | How to Stand Up For Yourself Without Being an A-Hole

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We chat with Amy Smith, a sassy life coach, about the art of standing up for yourself without being a total A-Hole. During our discussion, you'll hear...

Tobi Fairley | The Power of Making of Intentional Choices to Design Your Life

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tobi Fairley joins us to share her wisdom on designing the life that allows you to be healthy, happy and profitable. We talk about finding internal va...

Listener Favorites: David Speed | Preserving History and Humanity with Graffiti

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 extrao...

Meredith Fineman | The Art of Fearless Self-Promotion

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meredith Fineman joins us to talk about the art of bragging. We discuss why the world needs you to talk about your work, why so many people experience...

Sarah Sarkis | Managing Your Mental Health in the Midst of a Pandemic

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about how to make sure your voice is heard, the unforgiving and complex nature of family, how to strike a balance between del...

BLM: TK Coleman | Living a Life of Hope, Faith and Love

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by author and entrepreneur, TK Coleman who is the education director at Praxis, a professional bootcamp and startup app...

BLM: Gahmya Drummond-Bey | Redesigning The Future of Education

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are joined by Gahmya Drummond-Bey, a Global Education Curriculum Designer, TED-Resident and Visionary Educator. Gahmya shares the childhood e...

BLM: Desiree Adaway | Exploring the Intersections of Race, Culture and Class

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a touching yet powerful episode in which Desiree Adaway dares to venture into the intersections of race, culture and class with the intention ...

BLM: Shawn Dove | Giving a Voice to Those Who've Been Marginalized

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 Ach...

Listener Favorites: Kamal Ravikant | The Profound Power of Personal Commitment

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If we make a practice in our lives, like going to the gym or eating healthy, if you want to lose weight and be fit, or you want to be chiseled, you’...

Molly Fletcher | The Power of Audacity

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, you'll learn how Molly Fletcher used pizza coupons and tennis lessons to move into her apartment for free, how she then went on to ma...

Andrew Horn | Conscious Emotional Mastery

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andrew Horn joins us to talk about emotional transformation and modern masculinity. We discuss how to stop your perceptions of people...

Listener Favorites | Ryder Carroll: Track Your Past, Order Your Present, and Plan Your Future

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Josh Linkner | Leveraging Entrepreneurship to Design the Future We Want

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Linkner joins us to talk about his unique perspective of entrepreneurship and how it will enable us to become the architects of our future. Find ...

Listener Favorites: Paul Jarvis | The Power of Wanting Less and Staying Small

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Jarvis 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...

Patrick McGinnis | Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode breaks down our fear of better options, F.O.B.O, in an attempt to help our listeners become masters of decision-making in a world brimmin...

Jennifer Louden | Why Bother and Figuring Out What's Next

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Unmistakable Creative, we have the pleasure of hosting Jennifer Louden, a best-selling author, speaker, and teacher. Louden takes u...

Listener Favorites: Srini Pillay | The Power of the Unfocused Mind

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Often I will ask people “do you want to live an exceptional life?” And most people will say yes. But an exception by definition is low probability...

Jim Kwik | Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Unmistakable Creative, we are joined by the renowned brain and memory expert, Jim Kwik. Prepare to have your mind blown as Kwik sha...

Nora Herting | The Power of Visual Thinking to Understand Ideas

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nora Herting is the founder and CEO of Image Think, a graphic recording firm based out of NYC. Nora has spent 10 years using visual mediums to unleash...

Listener Favorites: Aerosyn Lex | Finding Your Creative Identity

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, artist and designer Aerosyn Lex whose work has been exhibited at New York's Museum of Modern Art, and who has collabor...

Gareth Pronovost | How to Turn a Little Bet into Big Success - Part 2

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Pronovost is a data specialist who helps businesses make more profit by saving them 10's of hours of work every week through automation. I...