Arash's World Podcast

Ramblings and Takeaways on the Oscars 2022

In this episode of Ramblings & Takeaways, I take on the Oscars 2022, which has now become historic and infamous and feels like a slap in the face! Moreover, I provide some reflections on the main incident as well as some of its repercussions. 

One of the most noteworthy consequences of the fallout has been that it has overshadowed the accomplishments of various talented actors, actresses, filmmakers, and films as well as a higher level of inclusion and diversity across the board.

At the end of the program, I provide the three main takeaways from the Oscars 2022, which include thoughts on violence, the state of Mental Health of celebrities as well as including and giving a voice to those who cannot speak.   

Creating and Owning your Own Power and Magic as a Black Woman with Michelle Goodloe

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to talk with Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Wellness Author Michelle Goodloe about her inspirational Book/Self-Care Journal "I Own my Magic: Self-Talk for Black Women". We discuss how it is important to engage in positive and compassionate self-talk and to be patient and curious with oneself versus being overly critical of oneself. It is not selfish to rest and take care of the self, and it is important to create space and to set boundaries.

We also talk about the specific challenges that black women face who often feel pushed to the margins and how they can create their own versions of success, gain courage and align themselves with their authentic selves and embrace and celebrate their unique power and magic

The Chris and Arash Show on Religion and Spirituality

Welcome to another rendition of The Chris & Arash Show! In this episode, we take on the rather controversial issue of Religion and Spirituality ranging from Christianity to Buddhism and atheism. We discuss the problem of evil, organized religion, faith, conservative and liberal views, different interpretations of the Bible as well as emanations of spirituality.

Shukr, Gratitude and Counting your Blessings in a Dua Journal with Gabrielle Deonath

In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk with writer, editor, and journalist Gabrielle Deonath about what it means to be a global citizen and how cultures and religions form part of our complex identities. We talk about her guided journal "Shukr: An Inspirational Dua and Gratitude Journal for Women", what it feels like to be a modern Muslim woman, the importance of gratitude and of understanding and integrating faith into our daily lives, practicing holistic self-care as part of personal and spiritual growth and development, and honoring our relationships with others and our connection with the global community.

Focus on the Positive and Reduce Negativity with Useful Strategies with Dr. John F. Tholen

In this episode, I talk with Clinical Psychologist Dr. John F. Tholen about his book "Focused Positivity: The Path to Success and Peace of Mind". We discuss helpful strategies to deal with and cope with dysfunctional thoughts, negative self-talk, and negativity bias. John Tholen underlines the importance of trying to focus on what we can control in our lives and practicing forgiveness, gratitude, and positivity to make us feel better and inspire our best efforts.

He also mentions how certain trauma and adverse childhood experiences may make us more understanding, sensitive, and aware, whereas mindfulness would be the first step to recognizing and identifying dysfunctional thought patterns and developing willpower, self-discipline, and resilience. Finally, we also talk about addiction in its different forms and patterns and how the Serenity Prayer can offer all of us much-needed wisdom and guidance.

Leadership, Crisis Management, Personal Effects and the Value of Life with Robert A. Jensen

In this episode, I have the privilege to speak with Robert A. Jensen, who is a Global Leader in Crisis Management and Mass Fatality Response, the former Chairman of Kenyon International Emergency Services, and an Advocate and Educator. Throughout his life, he has been responding to tragedy and disasters, including the Oklahoma City Bombing, 9/11, Hurricane Katrina as well as the 2004 Tsunami, and the 2010 Earthquake in Haiti.

In this interview, we talk about his book "Personal Effects: What Recovering the Dead Teaches me about Caring for the Living", how personal effects memorialize lost loved ones and the value of human life, how media and Social Media fail to capture the violence and suffering in a multidimensional context as well as his views on leadership and managing difficult, devastating and heartbreaking situations.

Overcoming Emotional Trauma By Releasing Unconscious Contracts with Sarah Peyton

In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk with Sarah Peyton, International Speaker, Certified Nonviolent Communication Trainer, Neuroscience Educator, and Author of "Your Resonant Self: From Self-Sabotage to Self-Care" and the very timely "Affirmations for Turbulent Times"!

In this interview, Sarah discusses how to acknowledge, deal with and overcome emotional trauma. Moreover, she explains how personal, intergenerational, and cultural trauma fossilizes in unconscious contracts that often result in blame, self-sabotage, violence, and aggression toward oneself and others. Finally, she details how to release those unconscious tendencies in order to attain more peace, well-being, freedom, and the overall healing of our psyche.

The Chris and Arash Show and the Potential Effects of Artificial Intelligence on Our Lives and Livelihood

Welcome to another edition of The Chris & Arash Show! In this episode, we talk about AI and how Artificial Intelligence can be helpful and useful for our daily lives but that it could also pose various threats and dangers.

We also touch upon potentially dating humanoid androids, driving driverless cars, and the effects and repercussions on the economy and jobs as well as the possible implications of basic universal income on our livelihood and personal identity.

Ramblings and Takeaways on Social Media with its Dangers and Benefits with Arash Farzaneh

In this episode of Ramblings & Takeaways, I take on Social Media, my personal history, and my own use of platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn with their benefits and drawbacks.

Then I look at some general issues and problems with Social Media regarding algorithms, extreme content, echo chambers, and confirmation bias as well as the need for empathy, diversity, and the other point of view.

The show ends with my Three Takeaways from Social Media and what we should beware of and be aware of to make its use less problematic and controversial and more joyful and rewarding.

Savoring the Positive: Finding Your Own Happiness Recipe with Becky Morrison

In this episode, I have the pleasure to speak with Mom, Lawyer-Turned Happiness, and Leadership Coach Becky Morrison on looking for and finding your own recipe for happiness in your personal and professional life.

Becky talks about her book "The Happiness Recipe: A Powerful Guide to Living What Matters" and discusses the paths and means of increasing joy, maximizing happiness, and personal satisfaction by using evidence-based findings in neuroscience, gaining insights into our core selves and desires, and being led and guided by our intuition so that we can fill our lives with more positivity, authenticity, and lasting happiness.

We also discuss how the Great Resignation is an era of global reprioritization but why it could be a mistake for some people, how happiness is contagious and why it is important to share it with others, how communication is key in all our relationships as well as the joys and challenges of parenthood and how children bring us and teach us about happiness.