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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
How to deal with Feedback
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
In this conversation, Mak and Kenny explore the multifaceted nature of feedback, discussing its significance in both personal and professional contexts. They delve into the complexities of giving and receiving feedback, the emotional responses it can evoke, and the importance of context and trust in these interactions. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they highlight the art of constructive criticism and the need for humility and self-awareness in feedback dynamics. In this conversation, Kenny Temowo and Mak explore the multifaceted nature of feedback, emphasizing its importance in personal and professional relationships. They discuss the complexities of giving and receiving feedback, the significance of timing and delivery, and the challenges of navigating both positive and constructive criticism. The concept of relational debt is introduced, highlighting how unresolved feelings can impact relationships. Ultimately, the discussion underscores the value of honest communication as a means of fostering growth and understanding.
Chapters
00:00 Polling Day and Local Elections
03:12 The Importance of Feedback
05:46 Feedback in Personal Relationships
08:58 The Art of Giving Feedback
11:53 Memorable Feedback Experiences
14:56 Understanding Feedback Context
18:00 Navigating Feedback Triggers
21:02 The Complexity of Feedback
24:10 The Johari Window and Self-Awareness
27:03 Feedback Dynamics in Organizations
34:02 The Power of Feedback Conversations
36:34 Understanding Feedback Trends
39:32 The Complexity of Receiving Feedback
40:27 The Art of Delivering Feedback
45:07 The Importance of Timing in Feedback
49:50 Navigating Positive Feedback
53:31 The Challenge of Honest Conversations
56:33 Relational Debt in Relationships
