Dangerous Ideas

This weeks episode is all about the moves we will be making in 2024. Shawn debuts his new motto "Strategy is Energy" while he and Navin discuss their 2024 plans. Listen in to hear what we all should be focusing on in the new year, and to hear about the ultimate app for e-commerce and creators alike. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 0:37 | Spotify Wrapped 4:55 | Strategy is Energy 13:31 | Navin’s...

Shawn takes the pod on solo in this weeks episode where he talks all about status. Status is a huge contributor to our happiness, but at what point does it become too much? Is keeping up with the Jones' actually leading to our downfalls? SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 2:48 | Defining Status 11:27 | Mimetic Desire 17:02 | Keeping up with the Jones' 26:52 | Most Things are Just Status Symbols 33:0...

In this week's episode Shawn is joined by his creative lead Niamh. The pair discuss how to keep people's attention in this new era of fleeting fame, the value outlandish production and theatrics can have on your career and more. Follow the pod: https://www.instagram.com/dangerousideaspod https://www.tiktok.com/@dangerousideaspodcast Follow Shawn: https://www.instagram.com/shawnkanungo http...

In this weeks episode Shawn is joined by guest Navin Ramharak to catch up on some new dangerous ideas. Explore the pendulum effect taking our society toward a new "sassy man" revolution. Get the guy's opinion on what the next big thing is, and reassess your own lack of agency and where it'll have you end up. All of this and more on this weeks episode of Dangerous Ideas! SHOW NOTE...

The Untitled Studio guys catch up and discuss their progress and content they're putting out. Get Shawn, Moh, Adam, and Navin's hot takes on Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian and the longevity of Luxury Brands. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 00:51 | What Are We Doing Here? 10:27 | How are you Measuring Success? 16:10 | We Just Like New Things 24:53 | Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years? 34:05 | Trav...

In this weeks episode Shawn is joined by guest Rahul Bhatia. The guys talk about traps they've fallen into from watches to mini-vans, and weigh the benefits of keeping a "cocaine" phone. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:55 | Falling into Traps 16:26 | Lighting Strikes 24:57 | C*caine Phones & Kale Phones 37:11 | Employee Advocacy & Creation 48:29 | Deep Generalist w Specialist Focu...

Is irrationality a superpower? Why are we in a friendship crisis - and how do we get out? On episode 13 of Dangerous Ideas Shawn is joined by guest Faaiza Ramji to discuss some more ideas and concepts to change your life. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:43 | Irrationality is a Superpower 17:04 | Doomerism is Sexy 37:53 | We are in a Friendship Crisis 49:39 | Intellectual Ozempic 56:42 | The Jay Shetty...

In this episode, Shawn is joined by Moh and Mazen to get their opinions as filmmakers on the concept of creating something more viral than the product. Additionally, the guys discuss what they think people in the future might say about us. SHOW NOTES: 1:41 | Create Something More Viral Than the Product Itself 10:36 | Forming Opinions Without Facts 19:32 | People Appreciate Effort 48:19 | What Will...

Shawn Kanungo and guest Kenny Bhullar explore the psychology behind suffering and motivation. Tune in to hear the guys' thoughts on Instagram Threads and why balance is key. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 2:49 | The Greatest Thinkers Don’t Have Balance 11:44 | Are you Willing to Suffer? 19:56 | What is Your Motivator?  34:35 | No One is Coming 46:51 | Instagram Threads

In this episode, Shawn and guests Justin Delhon and Sachin Sahel talk about taking risks and only paying mind to those that matter most. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:32 | Don’t Believe Anything 12:05 | Moh’s Takeover 13:44 | Be in the Arena 22:44 | Shawn’s Return 32:20 | Russell Westbrook Trap 48:45 | The Era of the Individual 58:08 | The Barbie Movie 63:46 | Liv Golf & PGA FOLLOW THE POD: https...

Shawn and guest Omid Qaderi (Qashus) discuss the concept of fame being currency and how people following people has shifted the narrative for how things are being done today. Who do they think will win the fight, Mark Zuckerberg or Elon Musk? SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 3:27 | One True Fan 11:37 | Fame is Currency 17:17 | Being the Black Sheep 25:03 | Document the Process 34:52 | People Follow People...

Hailing from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Shawn and guests discuss whether or not you can truly "make it" to the big leagues without needing to relocate. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:20 | You Can Make it Anywhere 14:30 | Find Your Passion 21:00 | Two Types of Companies 35:35 | Memetic Desire

In this episode, Shawn and guests discuss their takes on the Messi - Inter Miami deal and how important it is to ultimately invest in culture. Asking if they are truly happy and the positivity behind picking fights, tune in for some dangerous ideas. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:10 | Messi Signed Inter Miami 9:35 | Investing in Culture 12:47 | Tim Duncan Problem (Personality is Key) 23:07 | Are You H...

The end is the beginning, don't believe in yourself, and getting people drunk; Shawn twists this seemingly bad advice into frameworks that can change your life. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:34 | The End is the Beginning 5:56 | The 10x Creative 8:40 | Get People Drunk 12:43 | Do Something More Viral than Your Product 19:44 | Don’t Believe in Yourself 25:14 | Be Wary of Anything Free

In this episode, join Shawn as he goes into detail about the blessings found in failure and how important they can become in long term success. But are we coddling our society too much? Has failure become over stigmatized by new generations? SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Intro 1:14 | There is a Blessing in Failure 4:17 | Have the Longest View in the Room 6:54 | Are we Coddling Society? 11:42 | One True Fan 1...

In this episode, Shawn and Navin explore the relationship between content and luck, and how creating and sharing valuable content can help get your name out there and increase your chances of success. They also delve into the idea that we are the average of the five podcasters we listen to, and how being mindful of the content we consume can impact our thinking and behaviours. Shawn introduces the...

In this episode of the Dangerous Ideas Podcast, host Shawn Kanungo is joined by guests Adam O'Brien, Navin Ramharak, and even his own brother to discuss a range of topics. They start by examining the downfall of the NHL and how it has struggled to engage audiences due to a lack of storytelling. They discuss the importance of narrative in sports and how the NHL can learn from other leagues to i...

In this episode Shawn takes the time to introduce himself and discuss concepts that have shaped his life. From his belief that competition is for losers to the idea that there are no rules, you’ll be met with frameworks to disrupt your ways of thinking. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to the Show 1:01 | Introduction to Shawn Kanungo 3:41 | Competition is for Losers 7:18 | Mass is Dead 8:49 | Innov...

Welcome to the first episode of Dangerous Ideas! In this episode Shawn is joined by Adam O’Brien and Moh Zee to discuss the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence platforms and the impact they will have on the 9-5 as well as for creators. The guys also remind themselves that no one really cares about you and why that should inspire you to make bold moves. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to t...