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Preconceived

Preconceived, hosted by Zale Mednick, dives deep into the intricacies of human experience, challenging the assumptions that shape our understanding of the world. In each episode, Zale engages with leading experts, thought leaders, and individuals with unique perspectives to uncover the layers beneath societal norms and expectations. From exploring cultural phenomena to dissecting scientific breakthroughs, Preconceived invites its listeners to question their preconceptions about love, life, technology, health, history, and beyond.


With a blend of curiosity and critical thinking, Zale navigates through complex topics, offering his audience a chance to gain new insights and broaden their horizons. Whether it's debunking myths, confronting biases, or simply indulging in the joy of learning something new, Preconceived is more than just a podcast; it's an invitation to view the world through a different lens.


Join Zale Mednick every week on Preconceived for enlightening conversations that promise to inspire, inform, and intrigue. Perfect for the inquisitive mind, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone eager to challenge their understanding of the world and embrace the complexity and beauty of human existence.


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Education Philosophy Self-Improvement Learning Society & Culture
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
44 minutes
Episodes
336
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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15. Advertising

15. Advertising

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 us…
00:35:32  |   Sun 22 Sep 2019
14. Toronto Mayor Crombie on Politics

14. Toronto Mayor Crombie on Politics

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 jo…
00:48:44  |   Mon 09 Sep 2019
13. The Baby Decision

13. The Baby Decision

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…
00:43:20  |   Mon 26 Aug 2019
12. Wine Deconstructed

12. Wine Deconstructed

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 Pe…
00:44:06  |   Sun 11 Aug 2019
11. Happiness Roundtable

11. Happiness Roundtable

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 …
00:46:59  |   Mon 22 Jul 2019
10. Animal Intelligence

10. Animal Intelligence


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00:40:50  |   Mon 08 Jul 2019
9. Empathy With Brian Goldman

9. Empathy With Brian Goldman

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 threa…
00:46:55  |   Mon 24 Jun 2019
8. The Opioids Crisis

8. The Opioids Crisis

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…
00:46:47  |   Mon 10 Jun 2019
7. Immigration In America

7. Immigration In America

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.…
00:49:01  |   Mon 03 Jun 2019
6. Food Culture

6. Food Culture

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 …
00:42:23  |   Mon 06 May 2019
5. Tattoos - a Timestamp

5. Tattoos - a Timestamp

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 …
00:39:33  |   Mon 22 Apr 2019
4. Nothing Matters

4. Nothing Matters

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 …
00:41:15  |   Thu 11 Apr 2019
3. Fictional Characters: what they can teach us

3. Fictional Characters: what they can teach us

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 …
00:48:58  |   Mon 25 Mar 2019
2. Abortion: Reproductive Justice

2. Abortion: Reproductive Justice

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 special…
00:39:10  |   Thu 21 Mar 2019
1. Jump In!

1. Jump In!

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 Medn…
00:39:52  |   Tue 05 Mar 2019
Preconceived

Preconceived

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 phi…
00:01:30  |   Mon 25 Feb 2019
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