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
176. Napping
Many of us don't know what to make of napping; does napping provide health benefits, or is that just something we tell ourselves when we feel guilty for dozing off? Professor Sara Mednick is a cognit…
00:33:55 |
Tue 08 Nov 2022
175. Transition-Related Surgery
There are many preconceptions about what is entailed in transitioning, both from a medical and a surgical perspective. In this episode, Zale speaks with a urologist who specializes in transition-rela…
00:29:49 |
Tue 01 Nov 2022
174. Shakespeare - What's all the fuss?
The works and plays of William Shakespeare have endured for centuries. But what is it about Shakespeare that has made his works such a mainstay in our culture for so long?
Are his works truly as tran…
Are his works truly as tran…
00:41:09 |
Tue 25 Oct 2022
173. To Buy or To Rent?
Part of 'The American Dream' is predicated on home ownership. Conventional wisdom suggests that it is a financially sound and important decision to buy a home rather than to rent from a landlord. But…
00:52:56 |
Tue 18 Oct 2022
172. Astrology - science, religion, or neither?
Scorpio, Leo, Taurus, Pisces. These are just a few of the Zodiac signs in the world of astrology. But what exactly is astrology, and why do so many people follow it so closely? Is there any scientifi…
00:42:29 |
Tue 04 Oct 2022
171. Sole Survivor - A glimpse into reality TV
Survivor is the most iconic reality television competition of the last twenty years. And Todd Herzog, the winner of Survivor's 15th season, is one of the show's most iconic winners. Todd joins the sh…
00:50:25 |
Tue 27 Sep 2022
170. Preconceived - A Collection of Insights
The much anticipated anthology, "Preconceived: Challenging the preconceptions in our lives" launches today on Amazon ! The book is a collection of stories, thoughts, and beliefs of over fifty of the …
00:31:35 |
Wed 21 Sep 2022
169. The War Correspondent
Most people veer away from dangerous places. Yet there are some people in this world, who not only don’t avoid such places, but rather seek them out; journalists who report on some of the most danger…
00:34:09 |
Wed 14 Sep 2022
168. Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)
You might have heard of the term NFTs, short-form for non-fungible tokens. Some NFTs include virtual memorabilia such as art pieces and virtual real estate, worth upwards of millions of dollars, whil…
00:46:03 |
Tue 06 Sep 2022
Would Being a Millionaire Make You Happier?
“Money can’t buy you happiness” … so the adage goes. But deep down, most people would probably still prefer to have more money in their pockets if given the opportunity. And despite the notion tha…
00:42:22 |
Tue 30 Aug 2022
167. Midwives and Home Births - An 'Alternative' Pregnancy
In modern 'Western' society, it is routine for women giving birth to be under the care of a physician in a hospital. The preconception is that the safest and most normal birth process should take pla…
00:43:51 |
Tue 23 Aug 2022
166. The Talent Agent - Finding the Next Star
Many actors do their best to 'make it' in the entertainment industry. But does talent always win out? What are the factors that help or hurt someone's foray into acting? And equally as important, how…
00:52:58 |
Tue 16 Aug 2022
165. 'Relationship OCD' - The Anxiety of Love
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 …
00:42:20 |
Tue 09 Aug 2022
164. The Metaverse
For a long time now, people have been ‘living online’, so to speak, communicating and maintaining friendships via social media, and using the Internet to optimize many facets of their lives. For some…
00:42:33 |
Tue 02 Aug 2022
Children of Nazis (Re-Post)
How would you react if you found out that your parent was a monster? This hypothetical situation isn't far off from the experiences of the children of leading Nazis who participated in the Holocaust…
00:40:24 |
Tue 26 Jul 2022
163. Disciplined Minds - The Subordination of Professionals
We urge people to be creative, with phrases like ‘think outside the box’, and ‘push the envelope’. But for the most part, is all our talk of innovation and free thinking just rhetoric? Does society t…
00:36:51 |
Tue 19 Jul 2022
162. Financial Independence - ChooseFI
Do you feel like you truly have a good grasp on your finances? Or do you ever wonder if you're just following the motions and simply 'trusting' in conventional financial wisdom in regards to savings …
00:51:42 |
Tue 12 Jul 2022
161. 'Sage on the Stage' - Are Lectures Passé?
Doctors have been trained in pretty much the same way for many decades. Prior to any hands-on practical training, medical students spend about 2 years going through a series of lectures delivered by …
00:32:10 |
Tue 05 Jul 2022
160. 'The New I Do' - Reimagining Marriage
Divorce is so common that it's reasonable to call into question the establishment of marriage itself. Does marriage in its current form still make sense? Do newer types of marriages, such as 'trial m…
00:45:16 |
Mon 27 Jun 2022
The Other Side - 'Pro Life'
The "pro-life" vs. "pro-choice" dilemma regarding abortion is the centre of much heated debate in the United States. On a previous episode of the podcast, we spoke with an obstetrician regarding abo…
00:33:42 |
Thu 23 Jun 2022
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