The life coaching industry has really taken off over the past decade. Some people swear by having a life coach, while others don't actually understand what a life coach is. How is a life coach different from a therapist? What kinds of qualifications and certifications does a life coach have? Is there any difference between hiring a life coach and just seeking the advice of your trusted friends and family? Kiki Ura, life coach and founder of the Namaslay brand, joins the podcast to share her expe...
Jan 28, 2020•41 min
What is it like to live with an intellectual disability? Jeffery Masci was deprived of oxygen during his birth, which led to lifelong challenges with intellectual disability. This manifested as slower information processing, as well as language and speech difficulties. While his condition has led to significant social and professional challenges, Jeffery has persevered to accomplish much during his life. He joins the podcast to discuss preconceptions regarding his disability and to challenge the...
Jan 21, 2020•25 min
Shinji Mikamo is a survivor of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. His daughter, psychologist Dr. Akiko Mikamo, joins the podcast to share her father's story of survival and resilience in the face of the most deadly bomb to ever be dropped on the planet. She speaks about some of the common historical misconceptions regarding the necessity of dropping the atomic bomb and shares her father's lessons of forgiveness and empathy that he has urged others to adopt throughout his life. Hosted on Ac...
Jan 13, 2020•43 min
What exactly is hypnosis? And how much do we truly understand about the subconscious and the thoughts that lurk deep in our minds? Hypnotist Luke Chao joins the podcast to discuss both the theories of hypnosis and the practical applications of hypnotherapy that are often used to help people quit smoking and conquer fears such as public speaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 08, 2020•43 min
Mike Holding is a wildlife cinematographer who makes wildlife films in the heart of Africa’s wilderness. Based out of Botswana, he has collaborated on many wildlife documentaries including the critically acclaimed series Planet Earth. Mike joins the podcast to discuss common preconceptions regarding the wildlife filmmaking process, what he has learned from his time living amongst animals and how humans can become more connected to our natural environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Jan 04, 2020•56 min
Amit Gupta was a successful entrepreneur by all accounts, having started several very innovative and successful companies. But when he was suddenly diagnosed with leukemia at a young age, his whole life changed immediately. At one point being given less than 25% chance of surviving, Amit's story is a phenomenal recount of resilience, friendship and reflection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 10, 2019•43 min
Circumcision of newborns is a Jewish and Muslim tradition. Beyond that, demographic studies suggest that over 50% of males in the United States are circumcised. Yet ultimately, circumcision in the typical circumstance equates to performing an elective surgical procedure on a non-consenting newborn. How has the situation come to be as such? Yale and Harvard Ethicist Brian Earp joins the podcast to discuss the ethical considerations and preconceptions surrounding both male and female circumcision....
Dec 03, 2019•39 min
When we meet somebody, we immediately apply certain stereotypes to try and “figure out” who they are. The first three things that we subconsciously assess in any encounter are a person’s age, gender and race. Yet while the anti-racism and anti-sexism movements are prevalent in society, the widespread issue of discrimination on the basis of age is rarely considered. Dr. Rachael Stone joins the podcast to explain how stereotypes develop, and in particular, how stereotyping based on age contributes...
Nov 26, 2019•46 min
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) encompasses both euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. In Canada and many parts of the world, MAID is slowly becoming incorporated into medical practice, in order to help end the suffering of patients who no longer wish to live. But how will the medical field adjust to this change in paradigm, which is in many ways contrary to the traditional role that doctors have always had in saving lives, not ending them? Palliative Care physician Dr. Craig Goldie join...
Nov 18, 2019•40 min
It can be tough to understand how so many Americans are on the "pro-gun" side of the gun debate. For many, the issue seems simple - "guns are bad, and we should do everything we can to limit them". But what is the background of gun legislation? What is the often well-informed and intelligent perspective of many people who support gun rights yet also share the same goal of lowering crime rates in the United States? Trevor Burrus of the Cato Institute joins the podcast to shed some light on this c...
Nov 11, 2019•51 min
Society conditions us to have particular expectations regarding our careers. Many believe that our work must align with our passions. As the adage goes, if you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life. But is that realistic? And should blending passion with your career always be the goal? Entrepreneur Seira Flores joins the podcast to challenge the preconceptions regarding what makes a fulfilling career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 05, 2019•38 min
The Death Penalty is the most severe sentence that can be passed down onto someone in the judicial system. John H. Blume of Cornell University is the Samuel F. Leibowitz Professor of Trial Techniques and the Director of the Cornell Death Penalty Project. He joins Zale to discuss the preconceptions regarding capital punishment and some of the disturbing realities of arbitrariness, unreliability and prejudice that are embedded in its sentencing patterns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Oct 28, 2019•39 min
Yoga teacher Karina Guthrie shares her insights on yoga and what it can unlock for those who practice it. How and why did yoga in Western culture develop differently from its origins in the East? When referring to concepts like "energy" and "soul", are these meant metaphorically, or as real entities? Karina is a yoga teacher and coordinator at The Practice in Bali, Indonesia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 20, 2019•46 min
What is like to lose your vision? What is like to live with a disability? Taylor Katzel joins the podcast to discuss his experience losing his vision from a rare hereditary condition and what it has taught him about life and disabilities in general. Does he like when people ask him about his blindness, or can it sometimes come off as odd small talk? How has losing his sight affected the various domains of his life? And find out how losing one's vision can compound issues you probably wouldn't ev...
Oct 07, 2019•49 min
We are constantly exposed to advertisements, whether we are always aware of it or not. Forbes 30-under-30 award-winning marketer Tyler Rochwerg joins the podcast to discuss which tools a marketer uses to captivate its target market, some of the ethical concerns surrounding advertisements, and some of the preconceptions about marketing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 22, 2019•36 min
Former Toronto Mayor David Crombie was known as "The Tiny Perfect Mayor", and as the name reflects, he is one of Toronto's most beloved political figures from the last many decades. Mayor Crombie joins the podcast to share some thoughts on politics and to impart some wisdom on life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 09, 2019•49 min
How does one make the ever important decision of whether or not to have kids? And do enough people really approach this milestone as a conscious decision, or do their preconceptions of what a normal life entails get in the way? Merle Bombardieri, author of The Baby Decision, joins the podcast to offer her insights on the choice of having kids versus having a child-free life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 26, 2019•43 min
Have you ever sat down at a restaurant and felt out of sorts pretending to know which wine to order? What stories and backgrounds can be told in one bottle of wine? Sommelier Svetlana Atcheva of Pearl Morissette winery breaks down wine in a way that can help the novice appreciate it without feeling intimidated, while discussing new trends and perspectives in the global wine market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 11, 2019•44 min
Zale is joined again by Eli Gladstone and Eric Silverberg of Speaker Labs for a deep dive on happiness. What makes us happy and what are some of the biggest barriers to happiness? Has the importance of happiness been exaggerated in modern culture? Zale and the guests explore and debate their different perspectives on the topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 22, 2019•47 min
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Jul 08, 2019•41 min
Dr. Brian Goldman joins the podcast to discuss his latest book, "The Power of Kindness: Why Empathy is Essential in Everyday Life". Is empathy innate, or can it be learned? What are some common threads that can be found amongst the most empathic people in society? Dr. Goldman walks Zale through the journey of his worldwide search to better understand empathy and the concurrent exploration of his own inner kindness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 24, 2019•47 min
What has led to the escalating opioid crisis in North America? Why has opioid addiction increased in recent years? What are some of the best ways to combat the problem? How does mental illness factor into one's reliance on opioids? And why is society so judgmental of those who struggle with addiction? Dr. Sarah Elliott joins the podcast to discuss the history of opioids and what has led to the current opioid crisis. 1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 10, 2019•47 min
In this episode from May of 2019, anthropologist Juanita Duque Serrano joins the podcast to discuss nationalism, borders and territories, and how these concepts inform the way we look at immigration. Leaning on her background in anthropology and on her own experience migrating to the United States from Colombia in 2002, Juanita delves into philosophical questions such as whether immigration is a right or a privilege, and what kind of assimilation is reasonable for a host country to expect of new...
Jun 03, 2019•49 min
Food photographer and co-founder of food company Fidel Gastro's, Kyla Zanardi joins the podcast to discuss her experiences in Toronto’s food industry. How has social media shaped the way we look at food? How does Kyla reconcile her involvement in foodie culture with the bigger issues of hunger and waste that face society? What are some of the challenges that she has experienced as a woman in the food industry, and what was it like to run a successful downtown Toronto restaurant with her partner ...
May 06, 2019•42 min
How does someone go from having no tattoos to a body covered in them? How do one's views on living in the moment, permanence and preoccupation with others' perceptions factor into one's decision to get tattoos? Oren Jourdan sits down with Zale to discuss his transformation from no tattoos to many tattoos and explains why he is just getting started! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 22, 2019•40 min
In the grand scheme of the universe, it can be tough to truly ascribe meaningful value to the brief and minuscule existence of our lives on earth. This can be a terrifying prospect or potentially a liberating one. Do any of our experiences in life truly hold any inherent meaning ? And if not, how do we decide to give our lives a meaning of our own choosing? Zale is joined by the owners of Speaker Labs to delve into the perplexing yet liberating philosophy on life that Nothing Matters. 325450 Hos...
Apr 11, 2019•41 min
Why is it that certain fictional characters resonate so much with the public at large ? What is it that we learn from our favourite television and movie characters that we find so compelling ? Would we truly cherish our favourite characters on Game of Thrones if they were real people in our lives? How would we connect with compelling but flawed characters such as Mad Men's Don Draper if they de-fictionalized? Why do we root for a television character's redemption but have trouble giving the bene...
Mar 25, 2019•49 min
People typically have strong views on abortion. What informs these views ? Is the Pro choice vs. Pro life argument an overly simplistic framework of dissecting the issue ? An obstetrician who specializes in abortion services joins the podcast to share her insights on reproductive justice and to inform our listeners regarding the medicine, legislation and ethics regarding abortion. 325450 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 21, 2019•39 min
Does age really matter ? Is life so simple that it can be broken down into milestones typically associated with specific ages ? Zale breaks down the preconceptions of aging with his mother Robin Mednick, who has taken many twists and turns in her life, starting with an extensive education in law, economics and politics, but ultimately veering in completely different career paths. Robin challenges the notions that "younger is better" and urges us to continue to "Jump in" to new facets of life. Ho...
Mar 05, 2019•40 min
Welcome to Preconceived, a podcast where we examine the preconceptions that shape how we view the world and challenge the paradigms by which we have been conditioned to live our lives. We explore philosophical themes such as aging and the pursuit of happiness, examine practical issues such as mental illness and our political and economic institutions, and dive into more seemingly simple topics, such as how someone winds up with a body full of tattoos. The show is hosted by ophthalmologist Zale M...
Feb 25, 2019•2 min
