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Unmapped with Mike Kelly

Unmapped is an exploration of the world through the eyes of remarkable humans on extraordinary journeys. Mike speaks with pioneers, adventurists and trailblazers from around the planet, hearing their stories and unlocking the life secrets they’ve learned from their time on (and off) the beaten path. This Podcast has been produced by Joshua Ryan & Bondi Radio Media Group, and creative illustrations of the host and authors contributed by Moral Studios.

  1. 031 - Jock Fairweather - The Unstoppable Nature of Conviction, Leveraging Yourself Effectively for Maximum Joy, Strategic Creativity & Building a Game-changing Platform for Founders

    JUL 26

    031 - Jock Fairweather - The Unstoppable Nature of Conviction, Leveraging Yourself Effectively for Maximum Joy, Strategic Creativity & Building a Game-changing Platform for Founders

    In this insightful episode of Unmapped, Mike and Jock delve into resilience, self-belief, the intense personal journey of an all-in entrepreneur and Jock's new project, Community VC. Jock discusses his philosophy of integrating work with life and his unshakable internal motivation, sharing personal stories of overcoming adversity and rebuilding confidence over six years. We explore the innovative model of Community VC, which focuses on collaborative due diligence and advisor support for early-stage startups. Jock also talks about his commitment to helping overlooked 'diamonds in the rough,' the importance of diversity and long-term support, and his strategies for staying grounded amid challenges. The episode concludes with Jock's vision for the future, his approach to investing, and his unwavering dedication to fostering successful founders and impactful businesses globally. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:25 Work Ethic and Internal Motivation 02:59 Community VC and Personal Philosophy 05:13 Daily Routine and Self-Awareness 10:22 Creativity and Analytical Thinking 14:06 Failures and Lessons Learned 27:59 Rebuilding Confidence and Incremental Growth 42:51 The Journey to Community VC 47:31 The Open Due Diligence Experiment 49:48 Revolutionizing Early Stage Engagement 01:16:46 Personal Reflections and Future Vision 01:26:40 Final Thoughts

    1h 32m
  2. 030 - Jack Shukman - From Solving Brexit to Co-Founding a Meditation App with Your Zen Master Uncle, The Sacred Path of Awakening, Seeing Through the Delusion of Thought, and Is Bolivia Even Real?

    JUN 21

    030 - Jack Shukman - From Solving Brexit to Co-Founding a Meditation App with Your Zen Master Uncle, The Sacred Path of Awakening, Seeing Through the Delusion of Thought, and Is Bolivia Even Real?

    Jack Shukman is the co-founder and CEO of The Way, a pioneering meditation app designed to lead users on a structured journey of awakening and self-discovery. Having spent a decade in the corporate world of investment banking and strategy consulting, Jack experienced firsthand the high-paced, high-stress environments of top-tier consulting firms. Motivated by a desire for deeper meaning and fulfillment, he transitioned out of the corporate sphere and into the world of meditation. Guided by his uncle, Henry Shukman, an esteemed Zen master and meditation teacher, Jack has began a deep journey of self-discovery into the nature of self, and the process of awakening. Together, they launched The Way with a mission to make the profound benefits of deep meditation practices accessible to everyone, regardless of their experience level. Jack's journey from the boardrooms of London to the serene spaces of meditation underscores the transformative power of mindfulness and the pursuit of awakening. With The Way, Jack and Henry aim to provide a supportive, accessible, and enriching experience for all who seek to explore the depths of their own consciousness. This is an epic conversation - quite deep into the process of meditation and awakening. For anyone curious about their place in this universe, this one’s for you.  Download The Way from Apple or Google Play stores, and check out more details here: www.thewayapp.com Your first 30 meditations are free - and I cannot recommend this app enough. TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction and Initial Greetings 08:27 Jack's Background and The Journey to Meditation 15:08 Corporate Life and Mental Health 25:26 Designing Life for Work-Life Balance 30:25 Meditation Insights and Practices 36:50 Zen Master Henry Shukman 48:21 Understanding the Self & Life Through Meditation 53:12 Is Bolivia Real? 55:11 Exploring Awakening 59:50 Introducing 'The Way'  01:01:25 The Vision Behind 'The Way' 01:04:59 Building 'The Way': A Structured Path to Awakening 01:06:21 Mike’s Love of ‘The Way’ 01:16:46 The Four Elements in Meditation 01:25:43 The Origin Story of ‘The Way’ 01:29:47 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

    1h 35m
  3. 029 - Dr. Kaushik Ram - Why on Earth did TED Censor Kaushik’s TEDx Talk? The Importance of Human Instinct, Communion with Nature & the Ethical and Spiritual Dilemma of Immortality

    JUN 7

    029 - Dr. Kaushik Ram - Why on Earth did TED Censor Kaushik’s TEDx Talk? The Importance of Human Instinct, Communion with Nature & the Ethical and Spiritual Dilemma of Immortality

    WATCH KAUSHIK'S TEDx TALK HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wpl5ahX1gpU In this episode, neuroscientist and author Dr. Kaushik Ram shares his extraordinary journey from surviving a near-death experience to living in a cave in Thailand. Dr. Ram's experiences forged a unique perspective on the importance of instinct and humanity's disconnect from nature's rhythms. The discussion covers his TEDx talk where he argues that technology threatens our instinctual behaviors, leading to profound implications for mental health and societal structures. The episode also touches on the censorship of his TEDx talk and its implications for free speech and open discourse. Finally, the episode emphasizes reconnecting with nature as a vital part of understanding our instinctual selves. 00:00 Introduction 04:13 The Start of the Conversation 05:41 The Coding Neuroscientist 09:44 The Near-Death Experience 16:35 Writing 'Hidden World' in a Cave 22:59 Living in Communion with Nature 29:19 Exploring Instincts and Technology 41:09 The Argument of the TEDx Talk 47:13 Transhumanism as an Ethical & Spiritual Dilemma 48:54 Ethical and Moral Implications 56:29 The Deployment of Technology 01:02:36 Censorship of the TEDx Talk 01:14:23 Reflections and Future Conversations

    1h 26m
  4. 028 - Devin Mancuso & Jack Baldwin - Selling Out an NFT Drop in 5 Hours, Developing Shinsei Galverse, The World’s First Community Funded Anime & The Magic of Interoperability

    APR 5

    028 - Devin Mancuso & Jack Baldwin - Selling Out an NFT Drop in 5 Hours, Developing Shinsei Galverse, The World’s First Community Funded Anime & The Magic of Interoperability

    As Co-Founders of Shinsei Galverse, Devin Mancuso & Jack Baldwin take us deep on an adventure through the world of creativity, anime and NFTs. You'll notice the artwork this week is of fictional characters - these are Devin and Jack's characters in THEIR OWN ANIME. SO. COOL. I'm an anime nerd, so getting to have this chat was PRIMO. YEW. You can check out their amazing project here: www.galverse.art or on IG - @shinsei.galverse TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 10:56 - Intro, VTubers & Doxxing 10:56 - 18:36 - NFTs & The Galverse NFTs, Web3 Community 18:36 - 23:01 - Web3 Communities & Co-Creation 23:01 - 31:16 - Galverse Origin Story 31:16 - 43:44 - Selling out a Multi-Million Dollar NFT Project 43:44 - 49:06 - NFTs in Japan & NFT Scene’s Evolution 49:06 - 1:07:52 - NFT Royalties & Tech’s Race to the Bottom 1:07:52 - 1:30:46 - The Future of NFTs & Interoperability 1:30:46 - Outro - Recommended Anime’s & End

    1h 39m
  5. 027 - Jess Koncz - What a Polyamorist Can Teach a Monogamist, Co-Creating The Right Relationship for you, Navigating Pain vs. Discomfort & Finding Unconditional Love in Evolving Connections

    MAR 28

    027 - Jess Koncz - What a Polyamorist Can Teach a Monogamist, Co-Creating The Right Relationship for you, Navigating Pain vs. Discomfort & Finding Unconditional Love in Evolving Connections

    I guarantee you: this episode of Unmapped will make you a better partner, friend and lover. On Unmapped this week, I have the honour and privilege of speaking with Jess Koncz, who has been - along with one of my best friends - my life’s most influential teacher on relationships. She’s the Founder of The Open Circle and FAR (Festival of Alternative Relationships) and predictably, this episode is an honest and vulnerable deep dive into the world of polyamory, open relationships and Jess’ journey to ethical non-monogamy (ENM).  What’s less predictable is the immense value this conversation has for those of us in traditional relationships. Jess is an incredibly wise woman. Here’s what I loved about this episode: When people think of open relationships, they think of sex. At no stage was sex the primary topic of conversation in this episode.When a trigger is causing you discomfort, go deeper to work through it. When it’s causing you extreme pain, ease up - perhaps this isn’t for you.If you really love someone unconditionally, the role they play in your life won’t matterThinking scarcely about opportunities to connect with someone (this might be my only chance!) actually creates disconnection Enjoy this one folks. In the future, Jess is going to be one of the world’s thought leaders on creating meaningful, loving and beautiful connections. For those of us already in her circle, she already is. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 16:40 - Intro, Letting go of the Entrepreneurial Identity, Giving Yourself Space to Breathe 16:40 - 35:13 - The Journey to Non-Monogamy, Polyamory & Love, Polyamory vs Open  35:13 - 49:03 - Co-Creating Gorgeous Relationships & Relational Structures, The Importance of Security, Thresholds for Jealousy 49:03 - 59:24 - Pain vs. Discomfort, Unconditional Love in Evolving Connections 59:24 - 1:13:04 - Principles of ENM 1:13:04 - 1:27:58 - Communication in Relationships, Abundance & Scarcity 1:27:58 - 1:42:40 - The Open Circle & FAR 1:42:40 - 1:56:45 - Creating Safe, Connection-first Spaces  1:56:45 - 2:06:07 - FAR Tickets & Outro

    2h 6m
  6. 026 - Jess Walker - What Happens when your Business Grows 10,000% in 48 Hours, Exiting (Selling) a Business at 25, Dealing with Co-Founder Betrayal, VC Life & Doing What Scares You

    MAR 21

    026 - Jess Walker - What Happens when your Business Grows 10,000% in 48 Hours, Exiting (Selling) a Business at 25, Dealing with Co-Founder Betrayal, VC Life & Doing What Scares You

    I’m going to put it simply: I think Jess Walker is one of the most brilliant, savvy, wise, beautiful and kind human beings I have ever met. She’s one of those humans who sprinkles gold dust. I had been planning to interview Jess for years because I have always marvelled at how she lives her life. She operates at such a high level in her career and away from it exhibits a kind heart, listens incredibly well, knows how to have fun and can’t help but make you smile. She’s an incredible friend - it’s a privilege to be in her world. We explore Jess’ journey to her current role at AirTree and dive into her mindset. Here’s a few talking points I really enjoyed: Processing 10,000% growth in a business in 48 hoursDoing a stand up comedy course to become more comfortable with public speaking The similarities between setting up a fund and starting a businessSome tech entrepreneurs really did sell chocolates on the school bus Jess was a candid and insightful guest - detailing her process when learning to exit her first business, dealing with a co-founder betrayal and how determination and resilience are founder superpowers are examples of where this conversation becomes a goldmine to anyone in startups or thinking about starting their own business. Enjoy this one folks: Jess is a superstar and deserves all of your ears. TIMECODES 00:00 - 08:50 - Intro & Jess’ Origin Story 08:50 - 21:02 - Exiting a Business, Moving to Australia 21:02 - 24:32 - A Co-Founder’s Betrayal 24:32 - 30:22 - Black Nova & AirTree 30:22 - 34:44 - Fishburner’s Board Role, Steep Learning Curves and Comedy Reliefs 34:44 - 41:11 - Facing Your Fears, 10000% growth in 48 hours 41:11 - 48:41 - The hyphen?, Coping with Burnout & The Value of Determination 48:41 - 50:37 - The Billboard & Outro

    52 min
  7. 025 - David Goulet - 55 Years of Yoga, How Breathing Properly Adds Years to Your Life, Telomere (DNA) Testing & Experiencing the Mechanics of Existence

    MAR 14

    025 - David Goulet - 55 Years of Yoga, How Breathing Properly Adds Years to Your Life, Telomere (DNA) Testing & Experiencing the Mechanics of Existence

    This week Unmapped brings the spiritual and health-conscious of us an absolute treat. We’re speaking with David Goulet; one of the world’s most experienced practitioners of yoga. No, seriously. After studying with the revered Swami Gitananda in the early 70s, David has maintained an hours-long, daily practice of yoga for FIFTY-FIVE years. To put that in perspective: at the chronological age of 78, he had his DNA tested to tell him his biological age: 48 years old. Yep. This guy has been doing yoga for longer than his own cells think his body has been alive. David now lives on Ko Phan Gan, where he runs Chakra Yoga, one of the world’s most extensive teacher training programs for would-be yoga instructors. The depths of our human and universal existence can be examined at levels barely believable to the naked, over-stimulated human senses. David takes us on a deep journey through the human body and into the cosmos, detailing with precision realities Eastern contemplative practices have known for centuries; realities science is beginning to (loosely) comprehend. This one is a banger. Scarcely believable at times, but for those willing to approach it with an open mind, a treasure trove of universal wisdom. TIMECODES 00:00 - 12:00 Intro, Strawberry Fields & Journey to Yoga 12:00 - 14:50 - Yoga & Youth 14:50 - 24:30 - Telomere Testing & The Power of Breath 24:30 - 30:30 - Breath and the Interconnected Body 30:30 - 44:57 Yoga, Vipassana, Quantum Physics & Universal Creation 44:57 - 50:40 - Swami Gita Nanda, Four Months of Yoga 50:40 - 58:08 - Pilgrimage with the Sadhu’s, Beyond The Body 58:08 - 1:04:17 - Mike on Ayahuasca 1:04:17 - 1:14:42 - Chakras & The Media’s Negative Bias 1:14:42 - 1:18:01 - Navigating the World Post-Awakening 1:18:01 - 1:34:37 - Hindu Gods, Chakras & their Relevance to the Human Universe

    1h 35m
  8. 024 - Craig Swann (pt. 2) - Temporal Energetic Resonance, The Wonders of Jamming, Optimising for Human Connection & Co-creating Southstart with it's Community

    MAR 8

    024 - Craig Swann (pt. 2) - Temporal Energetic Resonance, The Wonders of Jamming, Optimising for Human Connection & Co-creating Southstart with it's Community

    As _SOUTHSTART comes to a close, it's only fitting we drop the second part of this interview with Craig Swann. Off air, any conversation Craig and I have will tend to veer wildly between discussing technology and the future through to exploring the more grounded elements of human experience: nature, community, connection, creativity. This episode focuses on how we live as human beings. Riffing on the creative process, the beauty of jamming.

    1h 4m
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Unmapped is an exploration of the world through the eyes of remarkable humans on extraordinary journeys. Mike speaks with pioneers, adventurists and trailblazers from around the planet, hearing their stories and unlocking the life secrets they’ve learned from their time on (and off) the beaten path. This Podcast has been produced by Joshua Ryan & Bondi Radio Media Group, and creative illustrations of the host and authors contributed by Moral Studios.

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