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
56. Revolution - How to Influence Change
As Black Lives Matter takes the world by storm, one might wonder how the change being sought in this moment can be long-lasting? Dr. George Lawson, author of Anatomies of Revolution, takes both a his…
00:40:49 |
Tue 07 Jul 2020
55. The Divorce Doctor
As common as divorce is, it is not devoid of stigma. Many view divorce as a failure of sorts, a failure for a couple to keep alive a marriage to which they were once so devoted. Dr. Elizabeth Cohen, …
00:36:27 |
Wed 01 Jul 2020
54. Cryptocurrency - The Future of Money?
Money is the currency by which society runs. But our modern conception of money is certainly not reflective of how currency has operated throughout history and perhaps may be different to monetary co…
00:35:57 |
Mon 29 Jun 2020
53. Criminal Law with Brian Greenspan
Brian Greenspan is one of the most well-respected criminal defence lawyers in Canada. He joins the podcast to share his stories and lessons from years of work in the criminal justice system. What is …
00:48:39 |
Tue 23 Jun 2020
52. Nonna Nighty's - Passions, Projects, Hobbies
When COVID-19 sent us into quarantine, Michael Nightingale's dental practice took a three month hiatus. So what did he do with his time? The only natural thing a dentist would do - he started a famil…
00:37:10 |
Tue 16 Jun 2020
51. Generational Divide - Boomers, Gen X and Millennials
Age is one of the primary ways by which society is divided. And with this division comes certain stereotypes about each generation. What historical events and cultural conditions account for why cert…
00:37:51 |
Wed 10 Jun 2020
50. Fifty Shades of Preconceived
For episode 50 of Preconceived, Zale relinquishes his hosting duties to become this week's guest. Zale reflects on the past year of the podcast and some of the biggest preconceptions that he has trie…
00:46:41 |
Tue 02 Jun 2020
49. Capitalism: Fairness and Equal Opportunity?
Living in a capitalist society, it is easy to believe that it is the best and most fair economic system. We often hear messages that capitalism allows equal opportunity for all and that the rewards y…
00:43:15 |
Tue 26 May 2020
47. Virtual Healthcare
As healthcare continues to evolve, particularly in these times of COVID-19, many services that used to be strictly offered in person are now being offered virtually. Telemedicine is increasingly bein…
00:30:43 |
Thu 21 May 2020
46. The Era of Personalized Medicine
The field of medicine is rapidly changing. With the advancement of artificial intelligence, computers are often able to make faster and more accurate diagnoses than doctors. As DNA testing becomes mo…
00:34:18 |
Mon 18 May 2020
45. Wealthsimple: A New Way to Invest
Mike Katchen, co-founder and CEO of Wealthsimple, explains how his company challenges the traditional paradigm of investing. When should we start investing? How much should we be investing? Mike also…
00:42:13 |
Tue 12 May 2020
44. The Pickup Artist: Mystery from The Game
The Pickup Artist community is one that is easily misunderstood. At its core, pickup artistry involves techniques that help men to feel more confident in approaching women in whom they are romantical…
00:34:17 |
Tue 05 May 2020
43. Helicopter Parents: How to Raise an Adult
When Julie Lythcott-Haims worked as Stanford Dean of Freshmen, she became concerned by the seemingly increasing lack of independence of her students. Whereas students once came to college prepared to…
00:46:04 |
Tue 28 Apr 2020
42. Religion, Faith and God: Nobody Knows
Karen Silberman had a successful corporate career as an accountant and then a headhunter. But in her forties, she made an unexpected pivot in her life when she decided to become a Rabbi. During Rabbi…
00:37:26 |
Tue 21 Apr 2020
41. Cannabis: Turning a New Leaf
Cannabis was legalized in Canada over a year ago. But has public perception towards cannabis changed since its legalization? How is cannabis viewed in comparison to traditionally more accepted substa…
00:37:56 |
Tue 14 Apr 2020
40. COVID-19: A Canadian Update
CBC's Dr. Brian Goldman joins the podcast to discuss the current state of COVID-19 in Canada. What is it like for healthcare workers on the front lines of hospitals? Where is Canada on the curve comp…
00:46:09 |
Thu 09 Apr 2020
39. Influencers
Influencers have taken the worlds of social media and marketing by storm. As this new type of public figure emerges and continues to shape society, it is helpful for people to understand what exactly…
00:41:01 |
Tue 07 Apr 2020
38. Unsettled: Working Remotely and Traveling Differently
As the coronavirus pandemic changes much about the world, two of the most affected domains in our lives have been work and travel. Yet as many shift to working remotely, the concept is not entirely …
00:41:33 |
Tue 31 Mar 2020
37. Most Likely to Succeed: Exploring Education Reform
Most of us assume that we couldn't have gotten to where we are today if it weren't for the rigorous education system we had endured. But what if that's not true? What if both the teaching methods and…
00:40:47 |
Tue 24 Mar 2020
36. Love Drugs: the Chemical Future of Relationships
Can you imagine if there was a drug that helped you get over a tough breakup? What about medications to reinvigorate the romance in your relationship? Well, some of these drugs DO exist. Brian Earp, …
00:42:48 |
Tue 17 Mar 2020
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