Philosophy of life

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I reflect on the uncertainty of the future and the fear it brings, while introducing my upcoming discussion on Al-Ghazali’s Kimiya-yi Sa‘ādat (The Alchemy of Happiness). From the meaning of Sa‘ādat to the struggle for hope and the defense of rights, this episode sets the stage for a deeper conversation about philosophy and our times. Support the show my email addr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Philosophy of Life, Reza Sanjideh explores the life of Fyodor Dostoevsky and his powerful work Notes from Underground—a story of contradictions, freedom, and suffering. Through Dostoevsky’s words, Reza reflects on his own journey from Iran to Germany, exile, and struggle, and how stories can carry us through life’s darkest moments. Support the show my email addr...

Send us Fan Mail Philosophy of Words: Gunah or Sin, and the Philosophy of LanguageIn this episode of Philosophy of Life, we explore the power of words; how they shape meaning, culture, and our everyday lives. Starting with the difference between Gunah in Persian and sin in English, we move through Wittgenstein’s philosophy of language, and uncover how words like reason, freedom, azadi, awful, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Philosophy of Life, I explore the power of stories — from the ancient wisdom of Kalileh and Demneh, to my own memories, to Kafka’s Metamorphosis. Stories connect us to history, reveal our struggles, and carry lessons no book alone can teach. For me, stories are not just tales — they are philosophy in action. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.c...

Send us Fan Mail In this anniversary episode, Reza reflects on three years of creating the Philosophy of Life podcast. He shares the struggles of finding his voice, the inspiration behind the show, and how philosophy lives in everyday choices and ordinary people. Through personal stories, reflections on revolution, and today’s struggles for hope, this episode reminds us that philosophy is not dist...

Send us Fan Mail A personal journey through anger, loss, and exile—reflecting on Iran’s revolution, its missed opportunities, and the lessons of history, carried forward in memory of Ghassem and a generation whose voices still guide us today. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail A personal story of friendship, loyalty, and political awakening in revolutionary Iran told through memories of a friend whose life was caught in the crossfire of history. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail What happens when life doesn’t go the way we hoped? In this episode, we explore how unmet expectations impact our emotions, our bodies, and our sense of self. Through real stories, personal reflection, and quiet truths, Reza unpacks why expectations hurt—and how letting go can lead to deeper peace. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezav...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean when something is circumstantial—and why does that matter? In this episode, we explore the word circumstantial through the lenses of language, law, philosophy, and everyday life. From Latin roots to legal reasoning, from Kant’s ethics to the subtleties of daily judgment, we unpack how context shapes truth, decision-making, and meaning itself. Is our understanding...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the age-old debate between free will and determinism—are our choices truly ours, or shaped by fate? Through stories and philosophy, we uncover the balance between control and surrender: "Amr Bayn al-Amrayn"—the path between two extremes. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail Episode 26 – IndoctrinatedWhat if the beliefs you hold weren’t yours to begin with? In this episode, we explore how stories, culture, and repetition shape our minds — and how reclaiming those stories can lead us back to freedom, self-discovery, and truth. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal and philosophical episode, we explore the unseen weight of generational trauma — how pain, silence, and unresolved grief are passed down across families, cultures, and nations. From the tragedies of 20th-century Europe to the enduring Palestinian struggle, we trace how inherited suffering shapes identity, choice, and freedom. Through the lens of thinkers li...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 24: Calculated RiskIn this episode of Philosophy of Life, Reza Sanjideh explores what it means to take a calculated risk — in war, in business, and in life. From Abraham Lincoln’s bold gamble during the Civil War to the rise of China as a global superpower, this episode examines how philosophy can guide critical decisions when the stakes are high. It’s a call for clarity,...

Send us Fan Mail What We Still Get Wrong About Learning from the Past Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail Edward Bernays life and his legacy Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail If you haven’t read Kalila and Demna, you’re missing out on one of the most powerful books ever written. I highly recommend it — truly, everyone should read it at least once. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail Life of Ali my Brother Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail Episode 19 — Fighting the Fog: My Life with ADHDIn this deeply personal episode, Reza Sanjideh shares his lifelong journey with undiagnosed ADHD — from silent struggles to late discovery, and the tools he's found to live with it, not against it. Blending story with insight, Philosophy of Life invites listeners into a vulnerable, hopeful reflection on neurodiversity, resilienc...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode — one I’ve personally wrestled with — is called The Paradox of Power. Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail Philosophy of Life – Episode 17: The Anatomy of NothingnessWhat if the emptiness we fear… is where truth begins? In this episode, I dive into the meaning of nothingness — not as despair, but as sacred space. From Sartre’s existentialism to Persian stories of migration, we explore how silence, distance, and the unknown shape our lives. Support the show my email address gholamrezava...

Send us Fan Mail This is episode sixteen, and in it, I want to return to where it all began—my very first episode on The Scout Mindset. At the time, I was just starting out and still learning the ropes of podcasting. To be honest, I think I didn’t quite do that book justice. It’s such a powerful and important read that I felt it deserved a second, more thoughtful look. That’s why I created this ep...

Send us Fan Mail Self-defined philosopher. I am a self-defined philosopher, drawn to the endless pursuit of understanding, reflection, and growth. My journey began with a desire to bridge my cultural roots and my experiences living in the United States for over 30 years. It continues through my exploration of spirituality, identity, and knowledge. I believe that true wisdom comes from questioning...

Send us Fan Mail Self-defined philosopher. I am a self-defined philosopher, drawn to the endless pursuit of understanding, reflection, and growth. My journey began with a desire to bridge my cultural roots and my experiences living in the United States for over 30 years. It continues through my exploration of spirituality, identity, and knowledge. I believe that true wisdom comes from questioning...

Send us Fan Mail Sofi and Arash interview.  Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava

Send us Fan Mail This episode is the animal in our life and their effect in our human lives.   Support the show my email address gholamrezava@gmail.com  Twitter account is @rezava