Explore and Engage with Anam

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.26 Are you thinking about starting a podcast, but do not know where to begin? In this episode, I am sharing with you information on how I started my podcast. Please reach out to me with questions. WWW.TAWSIFANAM.NET ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has e...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.25 As a voter in battleground Wisconsin, I have many thoughts regarding the 2020 election for the office of the president of the United States. While votes are still being counted and lawsuits are moving forward, here is my reaction to the latest news and updates about the election. #Election2020 #Elections2020 ABOUT: Tawsif Anam...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.24 Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to express our gratitude to God for all that we are blessed with. This year, Thanksgiving would be an opportunity for people to heal and unite, especially after a very challenging year due to the pandemic. #Thanksgiving ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public po...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.23 As a nationally published writer in the United States of America, I often think about how I started writing when I was a young boy growing up in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Writing, I believe, is a very powerful medium of expression. In this episode, I talk about my journey to becoming a writer. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally publis...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.20 Not everyone receives hate mails. But for those who do, it can be a very unpleasant experience. In the world of politics, hate mails are very common. In this episode, I discuss my thoughts after receiving a hate mail.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.19 The first presidential debate between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden was heated, to say the least. In this episode, I highlight a few important points of the debate, and analyze these to provide an opinion on which candidate is best suited to serve in the Oval Office.--- This episode is sponsored by...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.18 There are calls to defund, and even abolish, the police. On the other hand, millions of Americans want to live in safe communities. Will lesser number of police officers or reduction in law enforcement resources make America a safer country? Join me for a discussion on this matter.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.17 Can face masks, during the pandemic, increase the likelihood of people falling in love? When surrounded by death and disease, the human heart craves for love. In this episode, I discuss the science of love, and how the pandemic can result in people falling in love.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to ma...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.16 Death is always present. During the coronavirus pandemic, the fear of death has been intensified. In this episode of Explore and Engage with Anam, I discuss how we can accept the reality, overcome the fear of death, and move forward to make to improve the lives of our fellow humans and make the best use of our finite time in th...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.15 The pandemic shook the entire country, and the world. Yet, the American stock market is heading in the right direction with the Dow Jones Industrial Average being close to its all time high. In this episode, I discuss the entry of many Millennials in the stock market, the influence of Tesla in driving the buying and selling of...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.14 The pandemic has not only resulted in infections and deaths due to coronavirus, but has also lead to mental health problems for many people. Due to economic uncertainty and despair, cases of drug abuse and overdose have increased. In this episode, I discuss the ongoing fight against drug epidemic and mental health problems in t...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.13 Coronavirus has tremendously impacted our daily lives. The pandemic resulted in schools being shut down, and lessons and instructions being delivered virtually. As we approach fall, school districts are trying to decide whether to have classes in-person, or to continue using a virtual model for the next few months or until COVI...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.12 The coronavirus pandemic has short-run and long-run effects on the American economy. It is not just the rationing of toilet paper and hand sanitizers that people suffered from. From experiencing a shortage of meat and freezers to facing bankruptcy, Americans continue to endure a lot of pain because of COVID-19 lockdowns. This e...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.11 The coronavirus pandemic has shaken the entire world. Here in the United States, people faced severe economic losses and disruption in their everyday lives. Now, as people are trying to resume their regular lives and go back to work, various mandates from local and state governments are presenting challenges. In this episode, I...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.10 Fourth of July - Independence Day - is one of the most special holidays celebrated by Americans. This year, we celebrate the 244th birthday of the United States of America. While I was not born as an American, I became an American after coming to the United States as an immigrant. On Independence Day, I have a message for my fe...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.9 Social media helps in the exchange of information, sharing of ideas, raising awareness, etc. However, users’ carelessness and lack of knowledge can create a lot of “clutter” on social media, and contribute to the spread of misinformation. In this episode, I share some of my pet peeves regarding social media, and provide suggesti...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.8 There are widespread calls to defund police, in cities across America. The hashtag #defundthepolice and #abolishthepolice are spreading on social media. But what would society look like, if police is defunded, or if law enforcement services are greatly reduced? How would middle and low-income Americans ensure their safety. I dis...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.7 #TrumpIsUnwell is trending on Twitter. Do we know the reason for this? It started after President Donald Trump was seen slowly descending from the stage at West Point, where he delivered a commencement address for the 2020 graduates, using a ramp. People on social media are claiming that he is unwell. Here are my thoughts on thi...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.6 Anarchists have taken control of a six-block area in Seattle, and formed a territory named CHAZ, which stands for Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone. They are demanding that the police department be abolished, among other things. What are elected leaders in Washington state doing to address the crisis? When will this occupation end?--...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.5 School Resource Officers (SRO) are sworn law enforcement officers responsible for safety and crime prevention in schools. In Madison, WI, there are calls for SROs to be removed from schools. In this episode of Explore and Engage with Anam, I discuss my viewpoints on this matter.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easi...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.4 Elected officials in various cities are calling for police departments to be defunded, dismantled, or abolished altogether. There are some questions that these officials need to be asked, such as, would taxes be cut if law enforcement services are reduced or no longer available? I discuss this and more in this episode of Explore...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.3 The pandemic and ongoing social unrest have severely impacted the mental health of people. During this difficult time, each of us can play an important role in helping others. www.tawsifanam.net--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https:...

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.1 E.2 We are all suffering. As a country, as human beings, we are suffering after watching the video of the killing of George Floyd. People want justice, and people deserve justice.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.  https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tawsifa...