Gen Z Speaks

This episode we talk with author and travel enthusiast R.C. Hand about his experiences traveling and what he has learned. R.C. has traveled to 90+ countries including North Korea and has many exciting stories about his journeys. To Check out his Stuff: CowboyProductions52.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Gen Z Speaks Podcast Hosts: Ibrah...

This week we discuss how we’re dealing with our post-graduation anxieties and the pros and cons of therapy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Gen Z Speaks Podcast Hosts: Ibrahim Ahmed is a graduate from the University of Southern California (USC) where he studied politics, philosophy, and law. He’s currently a digital strategist at Fireside C...

This week we interview Marshall Morris, President and Co-Founder at HomeLife Media, an e-commerce and pet-publishing company. We talked about Marshall’s journey from being a veteran to becoming a serial entrepreneur. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Gen Z Speaks Podcast Hosts: Ibrahim Ahmed is a fourth-year undergraduate student at the Unive...

This week we talk about our thoughts on the newly released Netflix film, “Spiderhead,” based on the 2010 short story, “Escape from Spiderhead,” by George Saunders. We discuss the philosophical implications of the film and how it could’ve explored the short story in more depth. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show Notes (statistics and information dis...

This week we had an open conversation on our post-graduate anxieties about the economy and labor market. We also discussed how the macro trends in the economy are affecting our personal work industries. Info and statistics were derived from the following: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/15/fed-hikes-its-benchmark-interest-rate-by-three-quarters-of-a-point-the-biggest-increase-since-1994.html https://...

This week we talk about the horrific mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. We discuss what actionable policy steps we can take as a country beyond just our thoughts and prayers to stop these tragic mass shooting atrocities. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show Notes (statistics and information discussed during the pod were derived from the following source...

Ty Smith is a highly decorated retired United States Navy SEAL. He was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan six times and earned various military awards for valorous actions during combat, including the Bronze Star Medal and a Navy Joint Commendation Medal, both with distinguished honors for heroism or valor in combat. After 20 years of service, Ty Smith founded CommSafe AI, a technology company that...

This week we talk about Ibrahim’s visit to notorious Republican pollster Frank Luntz’s house. We also discuss our takes on the Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard Trial. Matt opines on the housing market, and we all share our thoughts on the future of the streaming industry amid Netflix' concerning Q1 earnings report. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Ibr...

This week we talk about Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan who was ousted from office. We also discuss rising oil prices, NATO’s revised military strategy in Eastern Europe and the future of Russia. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Elon Musk and Twitter 06:27 Imran Khan’s ouster as PM 39:26 Rising Oil Prices 54:38 NATO and Russia -------------...

This week we talk about our spring break adventures. We also discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the fate of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, the manufacturing problems within a lot of electric car companies & more topics! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Personal Updates 12:22 Russia and Ukraine Updates 36:12 Pakistan and Imran Kh...

This week we continued our ongoing discussion on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We are joined today with another Ukrainian student, Max Franko who is a student at USC studying Economics and Math and in this episode help us break down the latest updates from Ukraine. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Resources on how you can support Ukraine that our g...

This week we're joined with Davyd Slesarenko. Davyd graduated from USC last year with a degree in Cultural Anthropology and is an aspiring law student. He was born in Lviv, Ukraine, and lived there for 9 years. He shares his perspective on Russia's war against Ukraine. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Gen Z Speaks Podcast Hosts: Ibrahim Ahme...

This week we discuss the book that all of us are currently reading, “The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter--And How to Make the Most of Them Now” by Meg Jay. We also talk about some updates regarding the Russia/Ukraine situation and briefly discuss the protests led by the truckers in Canada. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Why your 20s...

This week we discuss Putin’s deployment of over 130,000 Russian troops across the Ukrainian border. We further discuss the threat of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. We also talk about real estate NFTs and give our opinions on the recent Joe Rogan controversies . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction 02:04 Russia and Ukraine Crisis 33:37 N...

Paul Niehaus is an economist and entrepreneur who’s researching the impact of large-scale anti-poverty programs. He’s currently an Associate Professor of Economics at UC San Diego. Formerly, he co-founded Give Directly and served as its chairman which is one of the biggest international NGOs. It has delivered over $500 million in conditional digital cash transfers across 9 different countries. Ibr...

Scott Soames is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Southern California (USC), where he chairs the philosophy department. He received his undergraduate degree from Stanford and received his PHD in linguistics and philosophy from MIT. Ibrahim, Jenish & Matt discussed the importance of philosophy and the current political climate with Professor Soames. We also had a friendly debate re...

This week we discussed the rise in COVID-19 cases as the omicron variant continues to spread. Matt and Ibrahim talked about the stock market and had a cordial debate on the efficacy of an increased federal minimum wage. Jenish informed us of the Theranos fall out and the conviction of Elizabeth Holmes on charges of fraud. Lastly, we all opined on the Metaverse and the recent real estate deals with...

Josh McGinnis is a biotech startup founder and software engineering generalist. He is currently researching the genetic transformation of fungi for novel commercial biotech, agricultural and medicinal applications. In this episode we talk about a host of topics, from how Josh taught himself genetic engineering in less than a year to his opinions on the future of pandemics and the impact of COVID-1...

This week we discussed Chris Cuomo’s firing from CNN, Co-Host Ibrahim’s COVID infection, the build back better plan & more. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Ibrahim gets positive for COVID 17:56 Chris Cuomo 36:17 Michigan School Shooting 56:30 Build Back Better Plan 01:07:43 Matthew McConaughey -----------------------------------------------...

This week we discussed the verdict of the Kyle Rittenhouse trial and whether or not we agree with it. We also talked about the economy, the continued supply chain shortages, inflation and Russia’s reported military aggression in Ukraine. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Kyle Rittenhouse Trial 28:32 The Economy 48:47 Russia’s aggression in Ukrain...

This week we discussed the ongoing Kyle Rittenhouse trial and our opinions around the case. We also talked about Travis Scott and the death of 10 people at his Astroworld concert in Houston and the negative consequences of the idolization of celebrities . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Kyle Rittenhouse Trial 41:50 Travis Scott & Astroworld 59:...

Lawrence Lessig is one of the most influential voices in American politics. He is currently a professor of law and leadership at Harvard Law School. He is the author of numerous books, and founder of the non-profit & non-partisan group "Equal Citizens," which is "dedicated to reforms that will achieve citizen equality." Professor Lessig ran for President during the 2016 election cycle. You can fin...

This week we discuss the election results from this week’s election in Virginia, New Jersey, & New York and Facebook’s name change to Meta. Jenish, Matt, and Ibrahim also share some other cool news stories that grasped their attention this week. --------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Cricket World Cup Recap 02:45 VA and NJ election results 23:15 Pfizer COVID Pi...

This week we discuss the recent vaccine mandate controversy in Texas and NBA Player Kyrie Irving’s refusal to take the vaccine, and comedian Dave Chapelle's latest Netflix special. We also discuss the resignation of Pentagon’s Chief Software Official, Nicholas Chaillan. Lastly, co-hosts Ibrahim and Matt recount their recent travel trips.