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The Half Has Not Been Told: Work, Pop Culture & Stuff That Matters
For anyone looking for just a little less AI, and a focus on what makes us human.
The Half Has Not Been Told, is a podcast about the human side of work and life. The stuff that matters but doesn’t make it onto LinkedIn.
I'll share honest and free flowing conversations about everything from technology to parenting to navigating career and other things that matter to us. Told from the perspective of someone who beleives humanity is worth fighting for.
Hosted by Kenny Temowo — musician, writer, ex-Netflix, dad of three, and VP at an AI infrastructure company. Joined regularly by co-hosts, including his children, as well as Maktuno Suit — psychotherapist, consultant, and entrepreneur.
Expect honesty. Expect laughter. Maybe some tears. But hopefully you’ll leave a little different from how you came in.
Formerly Inside the Art of Making.
Topics include: leadership, creativity, corporate life, vulnerability, fatherhood, marriage, relationships, faith, some AI, technology, music, culture, meaning, purpose, personal growth, honest conversations, all from the perspective of what it means to be human.
The Half Has Not Been Told: Work, Pop Culture & Stuff That Matters
Adventures, Philosophy and the Great Uber Car Jacking with Nick Shackleton-Jones (Part 1)
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In this engaging conversation, Kenny Temowo and Nick Shackleton-Jones explore a range of profound topics, from personal updates and reflections on life to the implications of AI and the struggles of corporate life. They discuss the importance of seeking adventure in everyday life, the philosophical underpinnings of technology, and the emotional weight of death. The dialogue also touches on social media engagement and the nuances of entrepreneurship, culminating in a light-hearted quickfire round of questions that reveal personal insights and humor.
takeaways
- Nick discusses the emotional weight of current global issues.
- AI's rapid development raises concerns about its impact on humanity.
- The importance of creating meaningful experiences in corporate settings.
- Reflections on death can provide perspective on life.
- Nick's background in philosophy informs his views on technology.
- How social media can be a platform for genuine expression and connection.
- Life's adventures can be found in both the extraordinary and mundane.
Sound Bites
- "Oi, we thought you were the Uber!"
- "What's on your heart?"
- "I like to be reminded of death."
- "I hate coat hangers!"
00:00
Introduction and Personal Updates
02:53
What's on Your Heart: A Deep Dive
05:31
Concerns About AI and Global Issues
08:15
Reflections on Death and Perspective
10:35
The Role of AI in Creativity and Leadership
13:30
Nick's Journey: From Philosophy to Corporate Life
16:05
The Origin Story of AI and Technology's Impact
19:06
Struggles in Corporate Life and the Leap to Entrepreneurship
22:10
Navigating the Challenges of Leaving Corporate Life
25:02
Feedback and Learning from Experiences
33:17
Navigating Corporate Life and Attention to Detail
35:44
The Cynicism of Corporate Culture
37:57
Mastering Social Media Engagement
45:13
Embracing Life's Adventures
47:31
Quickfire Questions and Personal Insights
