Best Persian Girl Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Judeo Persian Literature with Alan Niku Pt. 2 58:31

27d ago58:31

58:31

Alan Niku returns to the podcast to discuss another selection of Judeo-Persian writers, including poets, philosophers, and biblical commentators such as Emrānī, Baba'i ben Lotf, and Simantov Melamed. Their exploration of these writers raises questions about how Jews engaged with Sufism as Islamic rulership in Persia intensified, leading to forced c…

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Judeo Persian Literature with Alan Niku 1:11:25

2M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Judeo-Persian literature (Modern Persian written in Hebrew characters) is likely the largest untapped group within Jewish and Persian vernacular texts. Manuscripts are scattered worldwide, found in the bottoms of drawers in people's homes and some in libraries, yet they remain untranslated and largely inaccessible. Alan Niku, a filmmaker and writer…

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Interview with Matthew Nouriel: connecting Iran and Israel 47:02

3M ago47:02

47:02

In this episode, Millie speaks with Matthew Nouriel (sometimes known as The Empress Mizrahi) an activist, content creator, and drag queen from the Persian Jewish diaspora. Matthew is an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, Iranians, Jews and the state of Israel. Together they discuss the connections between a free Iran and the fight against Hamas/the Islami…

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Finding hope in Queen Esther's story 39:46

4M ago39:46

39:46

Zoei Cohen, a spiritual guide and teacher, offers her perspective on Esther's transformation from orphan to Queen in the Persian empire by taking a closer look at the original Hebrew text to capture the nuances often lost in translation to other languages. She simultaneously derives a radically positive interpretation of the story and relates it in…

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Reflections on Esther 40:09

4M ago40:09

40:09

In this episode, Maxine (from episode 3 Ancestral Healing) returns to reflect on the lessons from the Book of Esther/Purim from the Torah, which revolves around a Jewish woman in Persia named Esther who becomes Queen in the Persian Empire (5th BCE) and hides her Jewishness in order to survive. When Esther's uncle Mordecai, discovers that an officia…

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How To Heal & Prevent Trauma: Emotional Resolution with Cedric Bertelli 1:02:21

4M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

How To Heal & Prevent Trauma: Emotional Resolution with Cedric Bertelli How to get control and regulate your emotions. Find out in today’s episode!IN THIS EPISODE: • Is it possible to resolve emotional difficulties? If so, why don’t we do it more often? • Why do some emotional difficulties stay with us? • How do we overcome ingrained emotional diff…

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Reclaiming Motreb: The Dardashti Family Legacy 54:51

5M ago54:51

54:51

In this episode, Millie delves into the history of the Dardashti family with sisters Danielle and Galeet, the creators of the podcast documentary series, "The Nightingale of Iran." Unveiling the captivating saga of their grandfather, Younes Dardashti, a revered religious Jewish singer in 1950s Iran, who graced the Shah's Palace and radio with his m…

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Zar Amir Ebrahimi: Holy Spider, Life in Exile, and Iran 37:31

5M ago37:31

37:31

Archival episode from November 25, 2022 In an independent interview, Millie Efraim speaks with Zar Amir Ebrahimi, lead actress of Holy Spider (winner, Best Actress, Cannes)— the uncompromising film noir (dir. Ali Abbasi) painting the life of a serial killer targeting prostitutes in Mashhad, about how she built her character, Islamic fanaticism vis-…

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Ancestral Healing 1:27:48

6M ago1:27:48

1:27:48

In this episode, Maxine Divon shares her personal journey into the self and spirituality for a discussion about the way our ancestral history impacts us. Maxine shares from her personal experience - as a woman in the Persian Jewish community and in the business world - and from the fields she’s studied including Jungian Psychology, Ancestral Healin…

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Episode 201: Dating During The Holidays with Aleeza Ben Shalom (Netflix's Jewish Matchmaking) 39:09

7M ago39:09

39:09

WOW! I cannot believe I'm saying this but.... Welcome Back to a NEW episode of "Behind The Rainbow"?!? It's been 3 YEARS since I posted my last episode and of course the only person that could inspire me to create a new episode is the one and only, Queen of Matchmaking-- Aleeza Ben Shalom from Netflix's Jewish Matchmaking. In this episode we talk a…

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Interview with Debbie Lechtman of Roots Metals 1:03:19

8M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

PGP hosts, Millie Efraim and Natalie Sanandaji, bring on historian Debbie Lechtman to discuss the history of Ancient Judea/the Kingdom of Israel, Jewish presence in the land for the last 3000+ years, the events leading up to 1948, and what is at the core of the Israel-Palestine conflict. Debbie is a Jewish, Israeli, and Latina author, educator, con…

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Palestine special with Rania Masri El Khatib 39:56

8M ago39:56

39:56

This episode was recorded in homage to the Palestinian people and their unwavering cause. The Silk Narratives lends its mic to remarkable Palestinian voices to share their pain, experience and what their heritage means to them. In this episode I am joined by Rania Masri El Khatib who is one of the most prominent players in the Middle Eastern retail…

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Special episode: In Conversation with Ricardo Karam 41:55

10M ago41:55

41:55

Ricardo Karam, is one of the Arab region's most celebrated Talk Show Hosts. He's worked tirelessly for decades to 'elevate' his audience's interests and knowledge, so he took the unpopular route of showcasing not singers or politicians but what he calls 'unsung heroes'. Apart from his captivating TV shows, Ricardo is public speaker, author and the …

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Interview with Rana Salam: the Queen of Arab Pop Culture 32:00

10M ago32:00

32:00

Rana Salam's name is synonymous with Arab pop culture, which she has managed to carefully gather and construct turning old objects and posters into 'vintage chic'. She has partnered with glowing collaborators such as Harvey Nichols in London, the Victoria and Albert Museum, Paul Smith, Sonia Rykiel, Comptoir Libanais, just to name a very few. The f…

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Rencontre avec Lamia Bousnina (FRENCH) 25:01

12M ago25:01

25:01

Lamia Bousnina is founder and owner of 'Musk & Amber', one of Tunis' most prestigious art galleries. The Tunisian-born mother of two , was raised in Saudi Arabia, where she fully embraced a cosmopolitan environment equipping her with openness towards others, and a curiosity to always know more and see more. Having studied law in Paris and Geneva, s…

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Persian Wedding Etiquette 32:35

1y ago32:35

32:35

PGP returns after a 9 month hiatus (no, we did not have babies-sorry/motasefaneh). We discuss our time off the podcast and get into the unspoken, yet known standards of what is "appropriate" when attending a Persian wedding as someone who isn't yet married (so is technically single). We give our own thoughts and share what is normally expected from…

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Late for Tea with Tamara Chalabi 42:31

1y ago42:31

42:31

In conversation with Tamara Chalabi, a cultural entrepreneur and New York Times critically acclaimed author, curator and commissioner who specialises in contemporary Middle Eastern art. The Harvard-trained historian and author of Late for Tea at the Deer Palace, is also co-Founder of Ruya Foundation. We speak about her incredible memoir, Iraq's Gol…

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UP, close & personal- In conversation with Saudi's 1st female rock climber 38:10

1y ago38:10

38:10

Yasmin Gahtani is Saudi Arabia's 1st female rock climber. She holds a degree in computer programming but found her passion in a sport that is not for the faint hearted. Today, the mother of two twin boys, manages the Rock Climbing Federation under the Ministry of Sports in Saudi. She says she wanted to be a superhero to her boys and speaks about th…

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A Persian Princess in Kuwait 41:59

1+ y ago41:59

41:59

In conversation with Amira Behbehani, self- taught Kuwaiti Artist. Amira grew up surrounded by art – her uncle is Jawad Boushahri, a renowned Kuwaiti artist and owner of Boushahri Gallery, with whom she worked full time before deciding to become a full time artist. Since she started painting in 2001, she has exhibited locally and worldwide. Being o…

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Be Well with Lana 21:22

1+ y ago21:22

21:22

Join me as I sit down with Lana Al Taweel in her family home in Amman. Lana who is not 25, is a King's Collage graduate, a clinical psychologist and the proud founder of Be Well. Lana founded Be Well, with the mission to build a safe space for mental health expression in Jordan through content creation and the provision of psycho-educational therap…

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Affordable Treatments for Female Hormonal Imbalances like Endometriosis, PCOS, Menopause, Thyroid, and so much more from Moment Health with CEO Alannah Slingsby 50:23

1+ y ago50:23

50:23

Affordable Treatments for Female Hormonal Imbalances like Endometriosis, PCOS, Menopause, Thyroid, and so much more from Moment Health with CEO Alannah Slingsby If you want to quickly and affordably treat your hormonal imbalances, thyroid issues, menopause, endometriosis, or even autoimmune condition this is an absolute MUST WATCH episode! We'll to…

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Oranges from Jaffa 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

29:08

In conversation with Nadine Sayegh, author of Oranges from Jaffa. Born in Beirut to a Palestinian father and a Syrian mother. Nadine grew up in Vienna, where she's today based. She followed a French education and worked for over 20 years as a manager for Coca-Cola in Europe. She now runs together with her husband, one of Vienna's largest laboratori…

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Her very own Artinerary 17:31

1+ y ago17:31

17:31

In conversation with Amman-based Art collector and buyer Dina Dabbas Rifai who is also the co-founder of the first Art-fair in Jordan Dar Art Fair. Dina tells us about the story behind the project, and and how her path lead her to dedicating her time to what she loves most: Art and being surrounded by Artists. Direct and faff-free, Dina also shares…

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The Power Legal 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

32:21

Arzu Cakmak is a Vienna based full time lawyer, personal trainer, and fitness instructor at the very hip Super Cycle studio . With her positive energy and contagious determination, Arzu has gathered her very own community that moves with passion. In this episode, we discuss stigma surrounding her identity and how she turned her Turkish roots into a…

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Dancing with the Ancestors 16:17

1+ y ago16:17

16:17

The Silk Narratives' very first guest is Amman-based collage artist, Zaina El Said. Zaina comes from a family of political figures and artists. She opens up about the influence her unique Iraqi and Circassian heritage and family history has had on her personality and how the different cultures she grew up surrounded with have shaped her and her mag…

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Eradicate Hidden Toxins in the Body and Balance Hormones Once and for All with Dr. Peter Kozlowski 55:23

1+ y ago55:23

55:23

Hidden Toxins and Hormonal Balance Dr. Koz will talk about the 7 most-common hormone imbalances in the human body. He’ll share easy-to-understand explanations about how the hormones at the center of these imbalances work, how they are damaged by exposure to toxins, how to test for imbalances and damage, and how you can easily improve hormone functi…

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Stop the Root Cause of Migraines using Functional Medicine with Dr. Meg Mill 56:34

1+ y ago56:34

56:34

Find the Root Cause of Hormonal Migraines with Dr. Meg Mill Are you suffering from migraines or chronic headaches? In today’s episode Dr. Meg Mill goes over all the many root causes of migraines and headaches. Learn triggers to avoid, supplements to consider, and how Functional Medicine may be your answer to finally stop the headache, migraine cycl…

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Reverse Aging with Age Reversal Expert and Epigenetic specialist Larisa Petrini 1:00:36

2y ago1:00:36

1:00:36

The Importance of Sleep & the Impact of Sleep Deprivation Reverse Aging; Turn Back the Clock 10 Years Larisa Petrini, founder of BODYOLOGY and epigenetic specialist known for turning back the clock 10 years. Larisa uses a scientific approach to helping women see results without plastic surgery or exhausting beauty regimens. IN THIS EPISODE: You cal…

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Parentification and Childhood Trauma with Roxana Karimi, LMFT 45:19

2y ago45:19

45:19

Roxana Karimi, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She completed her Masters in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. She worked as a therapist in community mental health programs, running groups, and doing individual and family therapy at a residential eating disorder facility. Following her degree, she started working at a n…

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Persian Mothers of LGBTQ 1:10:32

2y ago1:10:32

1:10:32

PGP returns for an episode where they're joined by Orna Simkhai and three other Persian mothers. They share the story of how they formed We Do Care: Iranian-American Parents of LGBTQ, a community formed in 2013. Orna and her friends also share advice and discuss their own experience with their children coming out. More info on We Do Care: https://w…

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The Real Mediterranean Diet and How to Create a Healthy Eating Plan with Dr. Maria Castillo-Catoni 32:34

2y ago32:34

32:34

TikTok Diet Advice is Misleading, Here's How to Create a Healthy Eating Plan for Your Family How would you differentiate the Mediterranean from say a Paleo diet? What are some Mediterranean recipes for healthy eating? What are some important factors to take into consideration when constructing the right healthy eating plan for you and your family? …

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The Gut, Liver, Thyroid Connection with Jenn Malecha 1:00:13

2y ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Jenn Malecha is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and trained in NLP neurolinguistic programming, she works with health-minded professionals to take back control of their health and wellness. In today’s episode we talk avoiding environmental toxins, supporting your thyroid, the gut-liver-and-thyroid connection, and so much more. IN THI…

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How to Clear the Clutter and Optimize Your Home for Joy with Certified KonMari Constultant, Amy Chinitz 47:55

2y ago47:55

47:55

In today’s podcast we learn how to clear the clutter once and for all using the KonMari Method by Marie Kondo. You’ll learn the 6 key principles and 5 categories to follow. We will go over how to decide if something sparks enough joy to keep, and how decluttering leads to more calmness and joy. IN THIS EPISODE: How is the KM Method different from o…

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Is your diet making you stressed out and less productive? With Ana Vucetic. 1:03:05

2y ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Is your diet making you stressed out and less productive? With Ana Vucetic. In today’s podcast we have Ana Vucetic, she is a psychologist, Certified Wellness Coach, and Founder of “Balanced by Ana”. In this episode we drive deep into the importance of finding the root cause and psychological reasons that trigger emotional and binge eating. She offe…

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Using Functional Medicine to Find the Right Diet for Chronic Health Conditions, Detoxing, and more with Risa Groux, CN. 57:44

2y ago57:44

57:44

Risa Groux is a Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach. Risa works with issues like diabetes, autoimmune disease, cancer, digestion, thyroid, and hormone imbalances. In this episode we talk about functional medicine, finding the right diet for your health issues, supplements, and so much more. Risa is currently offering all of you a…

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Why Conventional Medicine Has Failed Women with Hormonal Imbalances with Vince Pitstick of Nutrition Dynamic 43:51

2y ago43:51

43:51

Conventional medicine leaves women wondering if they can ever truly balance their hormones and lose weight. In this episode, Vince Pitstick discusses why conventional medicine has failed women with hormonal imbalances. We go over my DUTCH hormone test as an example to show how hormones change throughout a women's life and all the ways in which trad…

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Women's Weight Loss and the Importance of Strength Training with Bryce Henson of Fit Body Boot Camp 55:49

2y ago55:49

55:49

Bryce Henson is the CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp. With nearly 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, he is committed to inspiring and educating audiences on how to improve their lives by improving their fitness. In today’s podcast we talk about women’s fitness and weight loss, the importance of strength training, and the obesity pandemic. IN …

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Did Modern Feminism Lie to Women? With Aly Drummond AKA RealFemSapien 1:03:10

2y ago1:03:10

1:03:10

In today’s podcast we have Aly Drummond aka RealFemSapien. She promotes modern conservatism, masculinity, and femininity, as well as embracing your options as a woman. In this episode we talk about the decline of marriage and the rise of single parent households. This may be a triggering episode for some, but please only listen if you can do so wit…

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Misdiagnosis and How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health with Susan Salenger 1:01:17

2y ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Susan is an author and researcher who wrote SIDELINED: How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health. Today we will be talking about gender biases of the medical community, why women are misdiagnosed more than men, and why they may delay visiting their doctor or neglect to ask doctors the necessary questions about their own health, ending up in inaccur…

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How to Set Boundaries and Manage Perceptions in Relationships with Mandy Goodwin Caporaletti, Ph.D. 59:34

2y ago59:34

59:34

How can you properly set boundaries in your relationships? What about managing perceptions? Are they really mad, or were they just tired? Learn the tools from Penn State Communication Arts & Sciences professor, Mandy Goodwin Caporaletti, Ph.D. IN THIS EPISODE: -Why should people set boundaries? -When is the best time to set a new boundary? -What ar…

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Meditation & How to Raise Your Conscience with Leonard Perlmutter (Ram Lev) 1:01:07

2y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

We will be discussing Meditation to focus attention, deal with anger, prepare for sleep, and how Meditation can improve your ability to trust and access your conscience. With Leonard Perlmutter aka Ram Lev. IN THIS EPISODE: What can we do to control our own thoughts and therefore emotions? What do you think news and the shock and fear attention tac…

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Narcissistic Abuse in Relationships and Toxic Friendships with Chelli Pumphrey, MA, LPC 1:02:36

2y ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Narcissistic Relationships and Abuse Both Romantic and in Friendships In today’s episode we talk about narcissistic relationships both romantic and in friendships. Narcissistic abuse can happen in both romantical and friendship relationships. Stopping, avoiding, and getting out of these relationships is vital to happiness. Our guest, Chelli Pumphre…

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Autoimmune Issues and the Gut Health Connection with Hope Pedraza 48:09

2y ago48:09

48:09

Hope Pedraza. She is a certified Holistic Nutritionist, nutrition coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and certified Pilates instructor and the founder of inBalance studio. We will be talking about autoimmune issues and the gut health connection. IN THIS EPISODE: What’s the connection between autoimmune issues and gut health? Why do…

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Why Couples Need to Talk About Money, with Emily Blain Premarital Financial Coach 51:25

2y ago51:25

51:25

Why Couples Need to Talk About Money, with Emily Blain Premarital Financial Coach Emily Blain is a premarital financial coach who helps engaged couples figure out how to discuss money and build a stronger relationship. Communication around money is one of the leading causes of marital stress and tension. Talking about money early and getting on the…

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Hypnosis for Emotional Eating with hypnotherapist, Cyndal Wallace 1:15:41

2y ago1:15:41

1:15:41

In today’s Episode we have Cyndal Wallace. She is a licensed hypnotherapist, life coach, Best-selling author, and owner of Blooming Lotus Hypnosis. She works with women one-on-one to overcome emotional eating, food guilt, and find their way to food freedom. In this episode we dive deeper into what hypnosis really can and cannot do. Then we get into…

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What is Chronic Pain? Pain Neuroscience Education Applications for Chronic Pain with Sam Visnic 1:00:12

2+ y ago1:00:12

1:00:12

Sam Visnic has studied dozens of systems and methodologies for uncovering the root cause of aches and pains, along with postural and movement issues. Pain science, the art and science of hands-on soft tissue massage techniques, myofascial release, and coaching movement is essential in his practice. Sam Visnic CMT/ Release Muscle Therapy Founder. St…

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Optimize Your Detoxification Systems with Functional Medicine Gynecologist, Dr. Wendie Trubow 58:09

2+ y ago58:09

58:09

Dr. Wendie Trubow, she is a functional medicine gynecologist who struggled with her own mold and metal toxicity, Celiac disease, and a variety of other health issues. In this episode, we talk about detoxification, health impacts, histamine intolerance, and why we have so many more environmental toxins than previous generations. IN THIS EPISODE: Wha…

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How to Reverse Myopia or Nearsightedness with Jake Steiner 39:50

2+ y ago39:50

39:50

Today we will be talking about nearsightedness and the possibility it may be reversable. Our guest, Jake Steiner claims just that. Jake hosts the Web’s largest vision improvement community with many tens of thousands of participants and has written over 1,200 articles on vision biology and myopia control. Nearsightedness isn’t a genetic defect, it’…

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Interview with Maz Jobrani 43:16

2+ y ago43:16

43:16

In this episode, Persian comic legend Maz Jobrani comes on PGP to discuss his path to standup and his early education and career experiences, and the ways in which it conflicted with his families expectations at the time. He also shares how he breaks the caricatures often imposed on Middle Eastern talent in Hollywood and gives insight to his approa…

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How Subconscious Energies are Running Your Life and How Energy Medicine Can Help with Katara Sky 1:05:43

2+ y ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Kat is a medicine woman, an explorer of life and a seeker of truth. She helps people find their truth by teaching intuition, working with our subconscious mind and through the natural medicine of shamanism. Her mission through her work, connections and influence is to Transform 1 billion people to collectively better the world and live in harmony w…

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