Ep 15 | Creativity, Mastering AI, & Staying Human in the Age of Machines — Will Cady

Host Misha da Vinci engages in a profound conversation with Will Cady, Reddit's global brand ambassador, about the essence and necessity of creativity in the rapidly evolving future. The discussion delves into Cady's multifaceted role as a musician, marketer, mystic, author, and meditation teacher, underlining his approach to enhancing human creativity and decision-making in personal and professional realms. They cover practical steps to tap into one's creative self, the integration of AI in the creative process, and the importance of maintaining a human-centric approach in the digital age. The episode is enriched with a guided meditation exercise led by Cady, aimed at fostering listener's creativity and readiness for future challenges. 00:00 Introduction to Creativity and Meditation 00:30 Welcome to The grftf Podcast: A Dive into Creativity 01:00 Exploring Creativity with Will Cady 01:34 Will Cady's Multifaceted Journey: From Music to Meditation 02:50 Embracing Multiple Identities and Staying True to Oneself 04:46 The Power of Context in Shaping Identity 06:11 Will Cady's Roots: Growing Up in a Countercultural Household 07:57 Navigating the Sameness of the Internet Era 08:58 Creativity as a Counter to Digital Overload 25:47 The Human Element in Creativity and Mistakes 29:23 Harnessing Technology as Scaffolding for Human Potential 32:22 Exploring the Depths of Creativity and Spatial Design 32:45 The Power of Creativity: From Books to Emotional Landscapes 34:56 Harnessing Creativity and the Role of Technology 37:00 A Guided Meditation to Unlock Creative Potential 44:22 Creativity in the Workplace: A New Approach to Wellness 47:21 The Magic of Collective Creativity and Meditation 53:37 Navigating the Future with AI and Creativity 58:58 Extended Reality and Immersive Experiences: A New Frontier 01:01:24 Simple Practices to Enhance Creativity and Connection 01:03:24 Looking Ahead: Personal Journeys and Creative Adventures   Connect with Will Cady Get the book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731274/which-way-is-north-by-will-cady/ Will's website: https://www.will-cady.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcady Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willcady   Listen, subscribe, and follow on our YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. Let's get ready for the future! Misha da Vinci is a futurologist, tech thinker, and writer. Connect with Misha The GRFTF Newsletter (a free life-changing newsletter): https://mishadavinci.substack.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mishadavinci Website: https://www.mishadavinci.com/  

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I’m Misha da Vinci. Welcome to The grftf podcast! Grftf stands for get ready for the future. Right now, that’s something we all have to do. Humans have always dealt with change, but what’s happening in the 21st century is unprecedented. Our work, lives, relationships, even our brains and how we think are being completely transformed. If we’re going to succeed, we have to keep up. On this podcast, I’ll be having in-depth conversations with leading technologists, startup founders, futurists, scientists, psychologists, wellbeing experts, and other top thinkers. And I will get answers to the questions we all have. So, join me. Listen, subscribe, and follow on our YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. Let’s get ready for the future!