Chatting With Slava The Jordanian

Send us Fan Mail What if true healing isn't about forgetting the past—but understanding it well enough to move forward? In this inspiring episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava welcomes Destry Wardle , Chief of Staff at The Dauphinee Group and a therapeutic coach with more than 22 years of experience helping individuals heal from grief, trauma, and life's deepest challe...

Send us Fan Mail The workplace has changed—and so have the people entering it. In this thought-provoking episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Slava sits down with executive leader Rachel Capano to unpack one of the biggest challenges organizations face today: bridging the gap between experienced leadership and the emerging workforce. Together they explore why recruiting has become more d...

Send us Fan Mail What becomes possible when immigrants are not simply expected to survive in new environments, but are truly seen, supported, and empowered to build the lives they came here to create? In Episode 58 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava welcomes Vasanthan Ramakrishnan (Vas) , an Indian-American immigrant, founder, advisor, and advocate whose mission is to help talented i...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when love, culture, faith, and identity intersect across generations and continents? In this heartfelt episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Slava is joined by her husband of 35 years and co-host, Dr. Ihab, for an honest conversation about marriage, cultural expectations, immigration, spirituality, and personal growth. Together, they explore how marriage evol...

Send us Fan Mail What if the next level of your life isn't about learning more—but becoming more? In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava sits down with global executive coach Dana Ackland from New Zealand to explore the real purpose of coaching, the misconceptions surrounding personal growth, and why even the most successful people need support. For more tha...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 55 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , STJ sits down with Zimbabwean-American speaker, author, leadership strategist, and dental professional Dr. Tsitsi Hungwe for a powerful conversation on resilience, career transitions, emotional intelligence, and multigenerational leadership. From immigrating between Zimbabwe and the United States to becoming a respected voice in...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal solo episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , STJ reflects on her journey from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to the United States and the emotional complexity of navigating identity between two cultures. As a Muslim Arab woman raised in a sheltered environment who later pursued education and professional success in America, Dr. Slava opens up about the tensio...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 53 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava sits down with returning guest Naio, a first-generation Dominican American, for one of the most raw and important conversations yet. After being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2022, Naio opens up about the physical symptoms that changed her life, the emotional toll of living with a chronic illness, and the h...

Send us Fan Mail In this thought-provoking episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Slava sits down with Elizabeth Shahid, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Your Story Therapy, for a powerful conversation about the growing role of therapy in modern American culture. From the emotional aftermath of COVID-19 to the pressures of social media, shifting family dynamics, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava reflects on what it means to face criticism as a newcomer in the podcast space and how to respond without losing your voice, vision, or peace. She breaks down the difference between constructive feedback, misunderstanding, and emotional judgment disguised as critique. With honesty and perspective, Dr. Slava remi...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s fast-moving culture, where attention is currency and image often outweighs substance, traditional values can feel like a lost language. But every now and then, you come across someone who challenges that narrative completely. In this episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , host Dr. Slava sits down with Taylor—a Gen Z professional —who represents a rare balance of...

Send us Fan Mail What does a flag really represent—and why does it hit differently when you’re an immigrant? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Slava sits down with returning guest Haitham Khraishi to unpack the deeper meaning behind flags—not just as national symbols, but as emotional anchors tied to identity, belonging, and lived experience. They go beyond surface-level history and tap into some...

Send us Fan Mail Before stepping foot in the United States, many immigrants believed they already knew America—through television. In this powerful episode, Slava the Jordanian sits down with Dr. Ihab Abdahim to unpack how iconic 1970s TV shows shaped their perception of American life long before they experienced it firsthand. From Happy Days to The Brady Bunch , these shows painted a polished pic...

Send us Fan Mail Entrepreneurship isn’t glamorous—it’s intentional. In Episode 47, Slava the Jordanian sits down with Michael Wilkie and Dr. Ihab to break down the real journey of building a business from the ground up. From years of preparation to finally taking the leap, they share the mindset shifts, discipline, and systems required to succeed—not just start. This episode challenges the idea th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava and co-host Dr. Ehab explore how personality and communication styles influence business success, hiring decisions, and cross-cultural interactions. They break down the DISC personality model and how it is used in corporate environments to understand behavior, improve team dynamics, and increase productivity. The con...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , host STJ (Dr. Slava) sits down with returning guests Naio and Giselle to unpack a conversation that hits deep—identity, emotional intelligence, and what it really takes to navigate life between cultures. As first-generation American women with Latino heritage, both guests bring real-world insight from their work in he...

Send us Fan Mail What if everything you’ve been told about immigrant women is incomplete—or just flat-out wrong? In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Slava challenges the narratives placed on immigrant women and replaces them with truth, nuance, and lived experience. This is not a story of struggle for sympathy—it’s a story of strength, strategy, and self-definition. From navigating language barrier...

Send us Fan Mail What does it feel like to return to the place your story began after nearly half a century away? In this reflective episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , STJ sits down with co-host Dr. Ehab Abdraeim to share the emotional and cultural experience of returning to Egypt after decades of living abroad. After almost 50 years as an immigrant in the United States, stepping back...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , host Dr. Slava (STJ) sits down with Haitham Khraishi , a Palestinian-American storyteller whose life has been shaped by navigating two cultures, two identities, and two worlds. Born in the Washington DC area and raised between Maryland and Palestine, Haitham shares the emotional and cultural realities of growing up in...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 41 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava sits down with her longtime friend Michael Wilkie , founder and owner of Aspire Health and Fitness. What began nearly two decades ago as a personal training relationship evolved into a deep and lasting friendship built on trust, discipline, and mutual growth. Despite differences in culture, faith, race, and professiona...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Dr. Slava and co-host Dr. Ihab reflect on their 30+ year journey as life partners, entrepreneurs, and evolving leaders. What began as a simple plan — a dentist and a scientist building quiet careers — transformed into owning three dental practices across two states, launching the Greenwood Dental Franchise Group, and stepping...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to rise beyond displacement, doubt, and rejection — and reach for the stars? In this powerful special edition of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , STJ sits down with Ranim Shaheen , one of the first Palestinian American women selected on a path to space. From her family’s beginnings in Gaza and Ramallah to growing up in Houston, Texas, Ranim’s journey reflects...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian , Slava is joined by JD and Ihab for a thought-provoking conversation exploring the role of women across history, cultures, and belief systems. Together, they unpack how Eastern and Western societies have shaped gender expectations, how those roles have evolved over time, and how cultural narratives continue to influence...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply reflective conversation, Slava sits down with Gisselle Alvarez , a certified phlebotomist and first-generation immigrant, to explore how two women from opposite ends of the world experienced strikingly similar realities growing up in conservative immigrant households. This episode unpacks the unspoken truths around mental health in immigrant families—ho...

Send us Fan Mail In this Season 2 premiere, Dr. Slava is joined by her life partner and co-host Dr. Ihab Abdelrehim for a reflective and deeply grounded conversation welcoming 2026. Together, they look back on 2025—the lessons learned, the challenges faced, and the growth experienced as entrepreneurs, business owners, leaders, and life partners. This episode moves beyond surface-level goal setting...