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The meez Podcast

The meez Podcast

Business:Entrepreneurship

Seamus Mullen (Part 2)

Seamus Mullen (Part 2)

2023-05-30
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#13. From the intrinsic motivations that drive chefs and individuals, to the concept of outsourcing happiness, and the importance of finding joy in cooking, part two of our conversation with Chef Seamus Mullen dives deep into personal fulfillment in the culinary industry.

During the episode, Josh and Seamus reflect on the unique role of cooking in their lives and its ability to provide a sense of love, connection, and self-expression. The two share personal stories and insights into their motivations as chefs, touching on the intricate relationship between cooking, ego, and external validation.

The conversation also takes an intriguing turn into the world of keto, autophagy, and the connection between stress and cellular fortification. Plus, ponder the significance of suffering, connecting to nature, and the search for meaning in human existence.

Tune in to explore the profound relationship between cooking and our relationship with food, ourselves, and the world around us.

Where to find Seamus Mullen: 

  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Where to find host Josh Sharkey:

  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

In this episode, we cover:

(1:19) Building consistant habits
(1:59) The Ketogenic diet
(4:49) Can keto help treat cancer?
(7:10) What is autophagy?
(10:04) Why stress is important
(12:55) The pain and pleasure spectrum
(13:48) Will AI increase our happiness?
(16:34) Reconnecting with nature
(19:56) Why Seamus cooks
(22:40) Cooking and observation
(24:06) The Intrinsic vs Extrinsic part of cooking
(25:16) Finding joy in cooking
(28:29) Cooking for your dish
(30:10) Standardization and consistency

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