Shiva Dhana | Dhana Studios

Learn or Be Learned

Society EN ↓ 143 episodes

Welcome to the Learn or Be Learned Podcast, where we discover the rich tapestry of the human experience through the lenses of anthropology, entrepreneurship, human nature, and health. Join Anthropologist Shiva Dhana in our three captivating series - books, guests, and solo episodes - as we delve into society, culture, and the complex facets of our collective journey. Amidst the rapid pace of the technological revolution, we find ourselves navigating uncharted territories. Adaptation is essential for evolution; so, the pivotal question remains - will you choose to learn... or be learned from?

Author

Shiva Dhana | Dhana Studios

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Society

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www.solo.to

Latest episode

Oct 28, 2025

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Episodes

18. The POWER and Benefits of Waking Up Early 16.03.2021

Hi Friends. In this episode I share with you how waking up early can give you the momentum, boost, and power you need to get more done. Thanks for listening! Email | shivadhanasekar@gmail.com Apple Ratings & Reviews: Click Here for Apple Podcasts Show Notes, Tips & More: Click Here for Linkedin Page Contact Me or Be a Guest: Click Here for Podcast Website Share a link to my podcast: Click...

17. The REAL Secret to Growth 09.03.2021

This is the first episode of the Mastermind Series in my Podcast. This series is all about how we can grow our mindset and progress forward, together. This series is going to be kept short (around 5 min). In this episode, we talk about the biggest mistake that is holding you back from crushing it. Email | shivadhanasekar@gmail.com Apple Ratings & Reviews: Click Here for Apple Podcasts Show Not...

16. The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less by Richard Koch 25.02.2021

Ever heard of working smarter not harder? Richard Koch is a huge influencer in the ratio principle that illustrates much of life's crazy outcomes. Listen to the episode to figure out how you can achieve more in life (productivity, relationships, fitness, etc.) with less time. Time is our most valuable resource so make sure you know how to capitalize it! Email | shivadhanasekar@gmail.com Apple Rati...

15. Delayed Gratification, Discipline, and Self-Reflection in 2020 ft. Seth Parker 18.02.2021

Seth Parker is an old friend of mine (since third grade) who has shared his experience of how COVID-19 has impacted him and how his growth mindset helped him overcome adversities. He discusses his lessons of delayed gratification, discipline, self-reflection and how one can do the same. Join us to hear how you can make your 2021 the best year YET. Links and Contact Information below. Thanks for li...

14. Unshakeable: Your Financial Freedom Playbook by Tony Robbins 09.02.2021

This books dives deep into how you can remain calm during down turns in the economy and how to invest. This book does not delve into what to invest in but rather how one ought to invest such as diversifying portfolios, hiring an independent advisor or RIA, sticking through correctional and bear market periods in stocks and investing in low-index funds like the S&P 500. Like what I do? Please R...

13. Inside Scoop on Undergrad, PAs, and Power Dynamics ft. Kenzie Gibbs 03.02.2021

I reached out to an old friend, Kenzie, to share her story on her path becoming an aspiring physician assistant. Mckenzie O'neil Gibbs is a college graduate (class of 2020) from the University of Arkansas’s J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences with a B.A. in Psychology. Currently, she is received her registration behavioral technician license at AIM's Autism in Motion Clinic in NW Ark...

12. Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Dr. Matthew Walker 31.01.2021

Is it ironic that (although this is rare) I got 3 hours of sleep before making this episode about a book I read on sleep? Eh, we've all been there. Dr. Matthew Walker explains a lot of science behind sleep and how it is easily the most neglected and underrated tool in our survival essentials pack (food, water, oxygen, and sleep). I will briefly explain what Dr. Walker believes the evolutionary ben...

11. Spikeball, a Niche Sport, and What it's all About ft. Solomon Berry 26.01.2021

Solomon Berry, an old high school debate friend of mine, is an undergraduate at BYU. He shares his love for the niche sport that has engulfed his life in more ways than he imagined. Solomon is in the top division of this college sport. Spikeball, also formally known as Round Net, is a fast pace, team sport that is gaining some heat and popularity in the last 10 years or so. Watch to learn about wh...

10. Med School, Becoming a Doctor, and the Medical Blueprint ft. Saswat Das 15.01.2021

(Warning: audio is okay (it happens) but the talk is great!) Saswat Das is a third year medical student receiving his D.O. in osteopathic medicine. He received a B.S. in Biology & Psychology at University of Tulsa. We discuss what medical school is like, what you can expect, what his experiences were like, how to get into medical school and advice for high schoolers, premedical students in the...

9. Rapping, Radiator Springs, and DMT ft. Rodney Alan 06.01.2021

AJ, also known by his artist name Rodney Alan, is an old friend of mine who has jumpstarted and accelerated his music career. He discusses his struggles as a rapper and artist and how he has reached over 65,000 streams in 2 months. He shares how he started and how you can start too! We then dive into the topics of DMT and drugs on the brain and transition lastly into multiple dimensions and how th...

8. Five REMARKABLE Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Jolly Old Christmas (Holiday Special) 25.12.2020

Christmas during a pandemic, what a time... Ever wonder where these certain traditions came from? How capitalism endorsed these iconic and branded traditions? Let's take a quick look together! This is a little different of an episode. A holiday special: As an Anthropologist and Religion major, cultural activities fascinate me and Christmas is one of many culturally engulfed holidays in the United...

7. Amazon FBA, Side Hustles, and Growth Perspectives ft. Parker Stone 24.12.2020

Parker Stone discusses his struggles as a business hustler and avid product flipper. He goes into his latest venture that brought him 18,000 dollars in sales and how you can begin your journey too. His current endeavors are in the Amazon business and how to do Amazon FBA. For those of you interested and want to learn more from him, DM him below on Instagram:  Parker Stone's Instagram Handle:...

6. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind (Pt. 2) 18.12.2020

What makes humans human? This is the ancient question that is still unanswered in Anthropology. These 2 part episodes will discuss how Harari demonstrates the History of Mankind and how unique of a position we are in. Let's See how we can apply what Harari clearly and jaw-droppingly demonstrates to us. Part ONE: Cognitive and Agricultural Revolution.  Part TWO: Agricultural and Scientific Rev...

5. Premed, MCATs, and Bonobo Balls ft. Alyssa Forsyth 17.12.2020

Alyssa Forsyth is an Emory Undergraduate Senior (Class of 2021) who is also on the pre-medical track taking Neurological and Behavioral Biology and Spanish and Portuguese majors. She dives into what makes you a compelling student for medical school and higher education, shares her favorite anthropology topics, and yeah... Bonobo Balls. (IYKYK... #clowntake).  CLICK BELOW FOR MORE (hyperlinked...

4. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind (Pt. 1) 12.12.2020

What makes humans human? This is the ancient question that is still unanswered in Anthropology. These 2 part episodes will discuss how Harari demonstrates the History of Mankind and how unique of a position we are in. Let's See how we can apply what Harari clearly and jaw-droppingly demonstrates to us.  Part ONE: Cognitive and Agricultural Revolution. Part TWO: Agricultural and Scientific Rev...

3. Death, Drugs, AND Disney in Religion ft. Professor Gary Laderman 10.12.2020

In this episode, host Shiva Dhanasekar sits down with Dr. Gary Laderman to discuss religion, culture, and society. They explore Dr. Laderman's recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience and his work studying religious intersections. The conversation delves into topics like the symbolism of healthcare, the Jonestown cult, and themes of death in Walt Disney films. Shiva and Dr. Laderman also...

2. Bored and Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive & Creative Self by Manoush Zomorodi (Pt. 2) 10.12.2020

Are you bored? Is quarantine a drag? Learn how YOUR boredom can propel you into your MOST creative self yet. I’m going to be real with you. This won’t be easy, but wouldn’t it be nice to look back at 2020 and realize that this was the year we changed our behaviors and finally achieved all our biggest new year resolutions? Part ONE: Actions to take, Part TWO: Benefits from doing these actions. Foll...

1. Bored and Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive & Creative Self by Manoush Zomorodi (Pt. 1) 10.12.2020

Are you bored? Is quarantine a drag? Learn how YOUR boredom can propel you into your MOST creative self yet. I’m going to be real with you. This won’t be easy, but wouldn’t it be nice to look back at 2020 and realize that this was the year we changed our behaviors and finally achieved all our biggest new year resolutions?  Part ONE: Actions to take, Part TWO: Benefits from doing these actions.  Fo...

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