Chai Chat

In this episode of Chai Chat, Reza Abdoli sits down with dentist Joshua Barkhordar to talk about purpose, impact, and the quiet moments that shape who you become. Inspired by his favorite book The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Joshua shares how everyday interactions, patients, mentors, and unexpected challenges influence a life more than titles or success ever do. This is a grounded conversation...

In this episode of Chai Chat, you hear the real story of Hossein Bassir, cofounder of SprintRay. He shares his journey from building with LEGO as a kid to industrial design and launching a global hardware startup. You learn how curiosity turned into engineering skills, how design thinking shaped real products, and what it actually takes to build something people want. Hossein also talks about mist...

This episode of Chai Chat features Ehsan Jahanpour, Senior Data Scientist at Meta and a startup founder. Ehsan shares his real journey from Iran to the United States. He talks about earning his master’s degree, breaking into Silicon Valley, and landing a role at one of the biggest tech companies in the world. You hear how he transitioned into data science, how he prepared for big tech interviews,...

Resilience, and Success: Niloufar’s Story استقامت و موفقیت با نیلوفر In this episode, I sit down with Niloufar to discuss her incredible journey from earning a chemistry degree in Iran to pursuing a PhD in biology and building a new life in San Diego. Niloufar shares the challenges and triumphs of her academic and personal journey, along with her thoughts on her favorite book, The Silent Patient....

Dentistry, Dreams, and Daring Surgeries with Nader دندانپزشکی، رویاها و جراحی‌های جسورانه با نادر In this episode, I sit down with Nader to explore his incredible journey from dental school in Iran to becoming a successful oral surgeon in the United States. Nader shares the challenges and triumphs of his career path, along with fascinating stories about some of the exciting surgeries he has perfor...

From Underground Iran to LA, Farid’s Journey از موسیقی زیرزمینی ایران تا لس‌آنجلس: سفر فرید In this episode, I talk with Farid about his inspiring journey from the underground music scene in Iran, where he navigated immense challenges, to starting a new chapter in Los Angeles. Farid opens up about the hurdles he faced in both worlds and how they've shaped his creative process. Tune in to hear...

From Malaysia to San Diego, Inspiring Pediatric Dentistry Story with Shiva از مالزی تا سن دیگو, داستان الهام‌بخش دندانپزشک کودکان  In this episode of ChaiChat , I sit down with Shiva, a passionate pediatric dentist whose journey spans across Malaysia, Iran, and finally, San Diego. Shiva opens up about her love for Hispanic culture, the motivations that drive her to work with children, and how her...

From Engineering Dreams to Reaching for the Stars از رویای مهندسی تا پرواز به سوی فضا با آرش In this episode, I sit down with Arash, a passionate engineer who embarked on an inspiring journey from his homeland to the United States to pursue his dream of becoming a rocket engineer. Arash shares the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the way, along with some fascinating stories from his ca...

From Engineering Dreams to Reaching for the Stars از رویای مهندسی تا پرواز به سوی فضا با آرش In this episode, I sit down with Arash, a passionate engineer who embarked on an inspiring journey from his homeland to the United States to pursue his dream of becoming a rocket engineer. Arash shares the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the way, along with some fascinating stories from his ca...

Shabnam’s Guide to Winning in Life & Work رازهای موفقیت از زبان شبنم برای پیشرفت شغلی و شخصی In this inspiring episode of ChaiChat , we welcome Shabnam, an expert in the psychology of success, to share her insights on achieving personal and professional goals. Shabnam dives into the mindset shifts and strategies that helped her along her journey, giving us an inside look at what it truly takes...

Financial Secrets, Golden Tips & Tricks with Saber رازهای مدیریت مالی, نکات طلایی و ترفندها با صابر In this episode of ChaiChat, I’m joined by Saber, a financial expert with a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on navigating the financial world. Saber shares his background, along with practical financial advice and clever tricks to help listeners manage their money smarter. We also d...

In this episode of Chai Chat, I sit down with Nasim, a dynamic leader with a fascinating background. We dive into her journey, from her personal experiences to her professional growth, as she shares invaluable leadership insights. Nasim also opens up about her love for literature, including her favorite books Climates and Love’s Executioner , which have deeply influenced her perspective on life an...

In this episode of ChaiChatPod , we sit down with Keivan to explore "Ways to Enhance Creativity in Work and Life." Keivan shares his personal journey of unlocking creativity and overcoming obstacles. He offers insightful tips on staying innovative in both professional and personal settings, inspired by his favorite book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F ck.* Tune in to hear his fresh pers...