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EZ Conversations

EZ Conversations

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 Are you ready to embark on a remarkable journey of self-discovery and growth? Welcome to EZ Conversations, a groundbreaking podcast that dives deep into mental health, societal issues, and the incredible human ability to overcome adversity. This captivating podcast is designed to uplift, inspire, and provide practical insights while fostering a sense of community and shared understanding. Hosted by mental health advocate and therapist Furkhan Dandia. You can also support this podcast through Patreon: https://patreon.com/EzConversations. Musical credit to Michael from Piano Hooks. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/furkhan-dandia/support485541 Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • Understanding Socialism's Challenges: Dr. Doug Cardell Explains

    Understanding Socialism's Challenges: Dr. Doug Cardell Explains
    Dec 18 2025
    In this conversation, Furkhan is joined by guest Dr. Doug Cardell, an economist with a PhD and extensive experience in mathematical modelling, who discusses the intricacies of socialism and its economic challenges—highlighting insights from his book, 'Why Socialism Struggles,' Dr. Cardell explains the theoretical and practical shortcomings of socialism. He delves into the concepts of spontaneous order, the role of government in maintaining a level playing field, and the importance of value creation in a capitalist economy. The conversation also covers the misconceptions about democratic socialism, the consequences of progressive taxation, and the inefficiencies of modern government interventions. The episode ends with Dr. Cardell's thoughts on spontaneous order, meritocracy, and the pitfalls of attempting to create a utopian state. Dr. Doug Cardell is an economist and an economic policy expert with a unique perspective. His diverse career includes roles as an aide to a Member of Congress, a corporate CEO, an award-winning educator, a consultant to the Arizona Department of Education, and a Professor of Mathematics. His expertise spans economics, economic policy, mathematical modelling, and system dynamics modelling. He holds advanced degrees and certificates from the University of Arizona, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Phoenix, as well as a PhD in Economic Policy from Liberty University. His comprehensive understanding of economics, both from a theoretical and practical standpoint, his proficiency in mathematics and modelling, and his success as an educator make him uniquely qualified to explain economics and evaluate economic systems and ideas. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:43 Doug's Background and Book 00:57 Concerns About Socialism 04:11 Defining Socialism and Its Threats 06:35 Historical Context and Examples 10:42 Capitalism vs. Socialism 16:05 Taxation and Economic Implications 23:41 Utopian Ideals and Realities 27:10 The Autonomy of Body Cells 28:09 Spontaneous Order in Nature 29:32 The Role of Government in Capitalism 31:26 Economic Stressors and Government Intervention 32:32 The Impact of Minimum Wage on the Economy 34:46 Creating Value in a Free Economy 39:40 The Pitfalls of Socialism 40:50 Meritocracy and Diversity 42:03 The Importance of Physical and Mental Strength 43:23 The Role of Employers in Maximizing Value 48:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Diving Deep: Free Diving, Psychedelics, and Personal Transformation

    Diving Deep: Free Diving, Psychedelics, and Personal Transformation
    Dec 11 2025
    Furkhan welcomes Jeremy "Falcon" Stephan, who shares his journey from being a competitive swimmer to becoming a seasoned free diver. Jeremy, now going by the name Falcon, delves into fascinating stories of his experiences free-diving in Europe and the U.S. and how these have shaped his life. The conversation also explores Jeremy's integration of psychedelics like psilocybin into his personal growth, revealing how these experiences have helped him untangle childhood traumas and develop a more profound sense of presence and agency in his daily life. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and intentional living, shedding light on how daily ceremonies and meditation practices contribute to a fulfilled and aware existence. Jeremy "Falcon" Stephan is an accomplished sales and operations strategist who has spent over 20 years scaling teams, accelerating growth, and advising founders across emerging industries. As the creator of The Mind Shift Network, he blends executive coaching, experiential transformation, and integrative practices to help leaders reconnect to clarity, intention, and purpose. Outside of business, Jeremy is a dedicated freediver who finds his greatest inspiration underwater, where discipline meets surrender, and truth becomes impossible to ignore. His work is rooted in one belief: when people shift their inner world, their outer world transforms with it. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:57 Jeremy's Background and Free Diving Journey 03:35 The Origin of the Name 'Falcon' 06:33 The Power of Choice and Presence 10:13 Integrating Free Diving into Daily Life 18:41 Navigating Childhood Trauma and Psychedelic Healing 26:29 Forgiveness and Compassion 27:13 The Power of Eye Gazing 28:23 Integration of Psychedelic Experiences 30:31 Maintaining Humility on the Spiritual Path 32:38 Understanding Projection 43:18 Navigating Relationships and Vibrational Frequencies 47:15 Daily Life as a Ceremony Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Overcoming Adversity and Addiction Through Hope and Health

    Overcoming Adversity and Addiction Through Hope and Health
    Dec 4 2025
    In this episode, Rob Rene shares his transformative journey from being a functional alcoholic to establishing a holistic health supplement company. He discusses the pivotal moments that led to his newfound faith and purpose, including his battle with addiction, near-death experiences, and a serious heart condition. Rob emphasizes the importance of hope, natural health remedies, and building a relationship with God, and offers practical advice on hydration, nutrition, and mindfulness. Please tune in to learn how Rob is helping others lead healthier lives through his innovative products and holistic health solutions. Rob Rene is a former elite athlete and near-death survivor who transformed his life after uncovering the deep flaws of the pharmaceutical system. Now a frequency medicine specialist and founder of Exodus Strong, he helps people heal naturally through biblical ingredients, molecular hydrogen, and faith-based wellness. Rob’s mission is to guide people in “exiting the old you” and stepping into a healthier, more purpose-driven life aligned with God’s design. 00:00 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast 00:11 The Power of Hope 01:15 Rob's Journey: Near-Death Experiences 02:44 Struggles with Addiction 07:05 The Turning Point: Quitting Alcohol 15:22 Heart Failure and Health Challenges 22:04 Faith and Health: A New Perspective 27:14 Understanding the Root of Disease: Inflammation 27:36 Personal Transformation Journey 28:51 The Importance of Gut Health 30:59 Mind, Body, and Spirit Connection 32:14 Free Health Tips for a Better Life 41:38 The Power of Supplements 43:38 From Software to Supplements: A Personal Story 50:08 The Inspiration Behind Exodus 52:04 Conclusion and How to Connect Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
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