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Comfortable being Uncomfortable

Comfortable being Uncomfortable

By: Dak Mills
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Hi, my name is Dak, and welcome to Comfortable Being Uncomfortable. Here, we discuss various topics, including politics, relationships, entertainment, travel, etc. By the end of each episode, I hope you understand better, and I challenge you to think outside the box constantly.Dak Mills
Episodes
  • Episode 30: How to spot “pseudo-patriotism” (and why it matters)
    May 31 2024
    ⁠Russell Jack⁠, a retired air marshal, discusses his book '⁠Is MAGA a Terrorist Movement?⁠' and his experiences in law enforcement. He highlights the challenges of the book writing process, including fact-checking and addressing misinformation. Russell explains his motivation for writing the book, which stemmed from witnessing the support of MAGA terrorism within counter-terrorism agencies and the escalation of violence by MAGA supporters. The conversation explores the motivations and beliefs of MAGA supporters and the threats they pose to liberal democracy. Our conversation also touches on the role of media, the decline of American reputation, and the need for open-mindedness and education. Finally, Russell shares his insights and experiences, emphasizing protecting the Constitution and the dangers of extremist ideologies. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbuc/message
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    53 mins
  • Episode 29: Web3 mass adoption powered by ecommerce
    May 29 2024
    ⁠Eric McHugh⁠ is an entrepreneur and meditation enthusiast. We discuss Eric's experience attending a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat, the benefits of meditation, and the importance of breaking negative thought patterns. They also touch on the significance of cryptocurrency and its potential to fix society's base incentives. Eric shares his background as an entrepreneur and offers advice for those interested in starting their own company. Be sure to check out Eric's companies: ⁠ShopX⁠ and ⁠Dataing⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbuc/message
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    42 mins
  • Episode 28: Resilience/Overcoming Adversity & Personal Branding
    May 24 2024
    ⁠Victoria⁠ and I discuss various topics, including our shared experiences living in different locations, our love for travel, and the challenges of balancing work and personal life. Victoria shares her insights on work-life integration and the importance of finding joy in what you do. She also emphasizes the need to set boundaries, delegate tasks, and prioritize activities that align with your values and passions. Victoria underscores the importance of being appreciated and valued in the workplace and the need for effective communication and leadership skills. The conversation also touches on the benefits of a hybrid work environment and the challenges of traditional office settings. Finally, Victoria shares her insights on personal branding and the four critical elements of building a solid personal brand. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbuc/message
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    56 mins
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