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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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 336
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
226. Free from Desire - No Sex, No Romance
Sex and romance are core aspects of most people's lives; yet for some, the role they play is different. Aline Laurent-Mayard has never been attracted to anyone—not sexually, not romantically. On her …
00:51:32 |
Tue 23 Jan 2024
225. Jihad
When people hear the word 'Jihad', they likely think of extremism, terrorism, and utter disdain for the West. But what is exactly is Jihad? What are its true origins? Is Jihadist philosophy truly vio…
00:44:22 |
Tue 16 Jan 2024
Love and Anxiety - Relationship OCD
There are so many adages in regards to love and relationships. Many hinge on the notion that we must be absolutely certain in our choice of a romantic partner and that there should be no doubts when …
00:43:18 |
Wed 10 Jan 2024
224. Climate Change - 'Science for People Who Give a Shit'
For most of us, it’s a known that global warming and climate change are real and problematic Yet at the same time, despite society’s apparent concern at large, the issue has persisted for decades and…
00:54:04 |
Wed 03 Jan 2024
223. Taylor Swift - What's all the Hype?
Taylor Swift is arguably the most famous person in the world – a pop star the likes of whom many of us haven’t seen in our lifetimes. Especially over the past year with the release of her latest albu…
00:50:38 |
Tue 19 Dec 2023
222. Salem Witch Trials
Sometimes our convictions can be so indoctrinated that it’s tough to separate them from reality and the facts in front of us. One such example is the Salem Witch Trials from 1692-1693, where an epis…
00:47:10 |
Tue 12 Dec 2023
221. Female Sexual Pleasure
At its core, sex is supposed to be pleasurable. It’s typically considered much easier for a male to reach orgasm than a female, and although orgasm is not the only way to experience pleasure from se…
00:38:46 |
Tue 05 Dec 2023
220. Botox and Fillers
With the advent of botox and fillers, cosmetic procedures have become much quicker to administer and more accessible to the masses. In many ways, one could argue this is a good thing – it offers a s…
00:53:34 |
Tue 28 Nov 2023
Napoleon
Napoleon Bonaparte is considered one of the greatest military leaders of all time. He is often mentioned alongside names such as Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, but whereas they existed thousa…
00:59:20 |
Tue 21 Nov 2023
219. Choosing a Baby Name
Choosing a baby name can be stressful. While a name is just a name, it will follow your child around for the rest of their life. What are some of the factors that go into this decision, and what are …
00:40:56 |
Tue 14 Nov 2023
218. America The Great
We often hear American politicians recite lines like, ‘The United States is the greatest country in the world’. Especially when it comes to US presidential elections, the notion that the United State…
00:47:29 |
Tue 07 Nov 2023
217. Criminal Lawyer Turned Clown
One of the most significant preconceptions that governs our lives revolves around our career trajectory. For the most part, the status quo typically involves us choosing a general career path in our …
00:37:42 |
Tue 31 Oct 2023
216. 'Wellness' and 'Mental Health' - Gone Too Far?
The terms ‘wellness’ and ‘mental health’ have been around for many years, but over the last decade, it’s taken on a life of its own. And while most of us would agree that looking after our wellness a…
00:38:16 |
Tue 24 Oct 2023
215. Terror In Israel
On October 7th, Israel experienced its bloodiest day since its founding in 1948. In the immediate aftermath of these crimes, anti-Israel and anti-Semitic protests erupted around the world, coinciding…
00:42:19 |
Mon 16 Oct 2023
Dopamine Nation
We live in a world in which we have easy access to almost anything we want. We see something online that we want, and we can have it delivered to our home that same day. And while increased access an…
00:50:08 |
Tue 10 Oct 2023
214. The Truth About Recycling
Pretty much everyone knows that recycling is important. But what exactly is recycling? The concept that’s been disseminated to society is that when you recycle thing, it gets repurposed and reused, h…
00:41:44 |
Tue 03 Oct 2023
213. Artistic Authenticity - Actor and Author Limitations?
Over the past several years, there has been controversy in many fields of the art world, including literature, film and television. Questions have been posed regarding the appropriateness of authors …
00:41:24 |
Tue 26 Sep 2023
212. Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder is an oft-misunderstood condition by the public. It can be tough to comprehend, because it requires an understanding of each of depression, mania, and the swings that can occur betwe…
00:38:37 |
Tue 19 Sep 2023
211. Is Torture Justifiable?
Torture is generally thought of as a bad things - an unacceptable means to an end. But what if that end is justifiable? In many cases, torture is clearly unethical - for example when used as a mean…
00:46:17 |
Tue 12 Sep 2023
Money - A Made Up Thing
Money did not always exist in its current form. There was a time when goods and services were just exchanged for one another, without actual coins or cash changing hands. The preconception is that ou…
00:47:06 |
Tue 05 Sep 2023
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