Arash's World Podcast

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Childhood Trauma Educator and Founder of the Stephood Project Lisa Goodpaster who is the author of “ Alienated: When Parents Won’t Parent ”. We talk about her personal experiences as a stepdaughter of being purposely and intentionally alienated from her parents by a narcissist and what divorce and abandonment look and feel like to a child...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Sigourney Award recipient Daniel Pick who is a Historian, Psychoanalyst, and Author of the thought-provoking book “ Brainwashed: A New History of Thought Control ”! His historical perspective combined with a psychoanalytic approach adds wonderful insights and helps us see connections between various issues and matters that are of extreme...

In this episode, I have the great opportunity to talk with Dr. Mike Van Thielen about the Izod Method, attaining optimal health, and even going beyond by maximizing it and fulfilling our life's goals and dreams. Dr. Mike is the author of " The Izod Method - Unleash Your Superpower " and apart from being an international keynote speaker, he is also a physical therapist, a biohacker, a coach and men...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran , a psychologist, psychoanalyst, transformation leader, and leadership coach who has the mission of bringing a cure to depression and whose book “ You are not depressed. You are un-finished ” works as a guide, a resource, and an inspiration to ease the emotional and physical pain and suffering of people worldwide. It c...

In this episode (more of a webinar really!), I have the distinguished pleasure of talking with Robert Kramer and Kirk Schneider , two of the organizers as well as upcoming speakers for the long-awaited and fascinating Otto Rank International Conference to be held online via Zoom on November 4th and 5th! We talk about the amazing work and wonderful and profound insights provided by Otto Rank, whom...

In this podcast, I have the great pleasure of speaking with John Purkiss who wrote the bestselling book “ The Power Of Letting Go: How To Drop Everything That’s Holding You Back ” which focuses on “letting go” and how it can bring you not only better health, happier relationships, more creativity, and greater prosperity but how it can also connect you with pure and supreme consciousness. We talk a...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure and honor of speaking with the eminent neuroscientist and renowned expert on Intermittent Fasting: Dr. Mark Mattson . His book “ The Intermittent Fasting Revolution: The Science of Optimizing Health and Enhancing Performance ” covers his research and findings as well as the background and explanations of the processes in addition to the many health benefi...

In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of speaking with Bob Roth , meditation teacher, author, and CEO of the non-profit David Lynch Foundation . We talk about the wonderful evidence-based meditation technique of Transcendental Meditation introduced by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and which Bob Roth has practiced and taught for over fifty years! I was curious to know what Transcendental Meditation...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of talking with trauma-informed Author and Coach Laura Connell about her fascinating book “ It’s Not Your Fault: The Subconscious Reasons We Self-Sabotage and How to Stop ”. Laura explains that at the root of many issues in our personal and professional lives is childhood trauma often stemming from dysfunctional families and unhealthy environments in whic...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with the versatile and multi-talented TikTokTraumaDoc Dr. Christy Gibson who wears many hats including but not limited to being a physician, speaker, trauma clinician & specialist, and the author of “ The Modern Trauma Toolkit: Nurture Your Post-Traumatic Growth with Personalized Solutions ”! We talk about the prevalence of trauma, how it...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Researcher and Psychiatrist Dr. Norman Rosenthal , the author of “ Defeating SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder): A Guide to Health and Happiness through All Seasons ” and the very person who put SAD on the map. At the time, Dr. Rosenthal experienced pushback from colleagues but once it made it to Jeopardy, people became more aware of this dis...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of talking with the UnDoctor, the Non-Diagnosing Psychiatrist, Author, and Podcaster Dr. Fred Moss about transforming mental health diagnosis and treatment and the importance of creativity, true self-expression, and listening to and connecting with our fellow beings. There is a general lack of authenticity and genuine relationships with ourselves and othe...

In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk with Susan Servais, the daughter of Kathe Mueller Slonim who wrote the chilling, moving, and inspiring book and memoir “ Escape from Dachau: A True Story of Survival, Courage, and a Daring Escape in the Face of Unthinkable Evil ”. Susan gives an overview of Germans of Jewish origin that were living and contributing to the arts, music, and science of the...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with ethnologist and author Dr. Cornelius N. Grove about his fascinating book “ How Other Children Learn: What Five Traditional Societies Tell Us about Parenting and Children’s Learning ” which examines the parenting styles and learning of those communitarian cultures and compares and contrasts them with the North American individualistic setting...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with actor, singer, writer, speaker, and indigenous facilitator of the Rise of the Sacred Feminine, Andrea Menard about her book and deck of cards “ Seeds from the Sacred Feminine Wisdom Cards ” painted and illustrated by Métis painter Leah Marie Dorion . Andrea explains the importance of planting seeds, the earth, the “womb of creation” and M...

In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of talking to the founder of Joy School and author of the inspiring and inspirational book “ Free Your Joy: The 12 Keys to Sustainable Happiness ” Lisa McCourt ! Lisa is a teacher and curator of psychological and spiritual wisdom, and she explains how joy is and ought to be the core of our essence and existence. However, we often get stuck and trapped...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with the author of “ Own Your Opportunities: A Story of Self-Discovery and Self-Determination ” and leadership advisor Juliet Hall about the importance of owning your opportunities and manifesting your dreams and deep desires. We talk about how self-discovery and staying true to yourself are integral parts of success, while authenticity has no co...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure and honor to (once again!) speak with Congressman Adam Smith about the founding father Thomas Jefferson, the American experiment, and the desire and quest for attaining a more perfect union with greater equality and diverse viewpoints and opinions. We also talk about his wonderful and candid book " Lost and Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Cr...

In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure to speak with Emotional Healing and Relationship Coach Rebeccah Silence who is also the author of the inspiring & inspirational book " Coming Back to Life: A Roadmap to Healing from Pain to Create the Life You Want "! Rebeccah is no stranger to extreme forms of trauma, but she has not only overcome and recovered from it all but she has attained emo...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Elaine Hoem , Psychotherapist, Meditation Teacher, Life Coach, and author of the magnificent book “ Everyday Soul Dances: A Guide to Soulful Living in the Midst of Uncertain Times ”. Elaine explains the difference between mindful and soulful living and how the former is about taming the mind and focusing on the present, while the soul is mor...

In this episode, I have the great honor and pleasure to speak with Congressman Adam Smith , author of “ Lost and Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Crippling Anxiety ” about his personal struggles and difficulties with mental health issues and various methods and approaches of dealing with them. Member of U.S. Congress Adam Smith went through longstanding struggles with chronic pain, an...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Physician-Psychiatrist Dr. Grant H. Brenner co-author of “ Making Your Crazy Work For You: From Trauma And Isolation To Self-Acceptance And Love ” with Mark B. Borg, and Daniel Berry about not only individual and collective trauma and the path to posttraumatic growth, meaning, and wisdom but also the importance of being open to new experienc...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to talk with Dr. Julie Beaulac and Casey Berglund , two of the authors of the inspiring and inspirational book " The Mind-Body Way: The Embodied Leader's Path to Resilience, Connection, and Purpose ." We embark upon the question of what makes a good leader and how a company can become more effective and successful if they use and take advantage of embodim...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to talk to Rabbi Daniel Cohen , a mentor, guide, motivator, and the author of the book “ What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone: Creating a Life of Legacy ”. The Rabbi talks about the uniqueness and beauty of each person and moment, how no day should be wasted or squandered, and how we can bring and shine our light wherever we are and wherever we...

In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with spiritual advisors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries Gary Logan and Rob Grover on how psychedelic plant medicine with proper guidance, support, and the right setting can serve as a tool for not only empowerment but also spiritual understanding, insight, and awakening. Gary and Rob are founders of the “ Journeymen Collective ” that they describ...