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Bahá'í Books & AuthorsSparks of Fire: Unknown Poetry of Tahirih with John S. Hatcher and Amrollah Hemmat"The exceptional character of Táhirih in the secular and sacred history of humanity is increasingly being discovered and disclosed. Táhirih’s transcendental and transformative universal love, expressed in her poetry, announces the onset of a new era in human civilization. Sparks of Fire, the fourth volume containing original poems of Táhirih and their English translation by Hemmat and Hatcher, is one of the most wonderful scholarly events of the twenty-first century. It is most unfortunate that the publication of Hemmat and Hatcher’s previous volumes translating Táhirih’s poetry—'The Poetry of Táhirih, Adam’s Wish,' and 'T...
2025-12-1517 min
Firm FactorThanksgiving Vibes and New Studio FeelsHappy Thanksgiving, everyone! We’re kicking things off with some exciting news about our new podcast studio. We’ve spruced things up around here, and it’s looking real nice. Since it’s the holiday season, we decided to do something special. Today, John is chatting with one of the associate attorneys from Hemmat Law to dive into what recruiting looks like at a firm that people actually want to be a part of.For those who’ve been following us, you might have noticed that we’ve been recording in a more basic setup for a while now. B...
2025-11-2627 min
Beyond the CasePiece by Piece: David Hemmat on Building a Business Like LegosSend us a textIn this episode, host Sohin Shah speaks with David Hemmat, founder and sole shareholder of Blue Coding, a 150-person software development company based in the Dominican Republic. He shares the story of his first failed venture funded partly by selling his father’s car and using student loans. Weak sales and operational challenges forced them to sell at a loss, teaching him early lessons about failure. David explains how Blue Coding began almost accidentally: needing more income, he took on a contract job at...
2025-11-2135 min
Firm FactorThe Secret Sauce of Hemmat Law: It's Not What You ThinkHemmat Law is a family law firm based in Seattle that's been on a wild ride of growth. We talk about how we started small, just two people, and now we've expanded to a team of 30, making big moves in family law litigation. The main takeaway here is that enjoying your work can really set you apart in this game. We dive into the story behind Hemmat Law, explaining what it is and how we got to where we are today. It's all about making a difference in people's lives and having fun while doing it.Takeaways:
2025-11-1850 min
Firm FactorThe Truth About Social Media for Law FirmsToday, we're diving into some common misconceptions about legal marketing that can really mess up a law firm's game. We kick things off by discussing how many firms think they need to be on every social media platform to reach clients, but that's not always the way to go. Instead, we talk about focusing on just one or two platforms where your ideal clients actually hang out. We also explore how good branding can lead to charging higher fees and why just having traffic on your website doesn't guarantee new clients. It's all about creating a solid experience for...
2025-11-1139 min
Saucy Not BossyEP|14 From Passion to Purpose | The Hummus Chick Story with Javaneh HemmatIn this uplifting episode, @ShannaFerrigno chats with Javaneh Hemmat, founder of @HummusChick, about turning passion into purpose. 🌿 Javaneh shares her journey from growing up in the multicultural UAE to building a successful hummus brand in the U.S.They explore how food connects people, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and why intuition, resilience, and balance shape a meaningful life. It’s a heartfelt conversation about following your calling, honoring your roots, and creating success with soul.✨ If you love stories of courage, culture, and conscious living — this one’s for you.About/Follo...
2025-11-061h 00
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E27: The RICO Ride: Uber's Legal Blitz in LA [VIDEO]On July 21st, Uber filed a massive federal racketeering lawsuit against two Los Angeles law firms and a Los Angeles doctor for allegedly working together to create a scheme that repeatedly defrauded the company. Uber is alleging that the defendant attorneys conspired with medical providers to send victims for unnecessary or unrelated medical treatment in a kickback scheme designed to generate fraudulent injury claims. Uber said that fraud like this inflates the cost of ridesharing for all users, while one of the defendant law firms, Downtown LA Law, said that Uber is more interested in ignoring a system where their d...
2025-08-1556 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E26: Subnautica 2: The Deep Rift Between Developer and Publisher [VIDEO]The gaming industry, if you were not aware, is about big budgets, high stress, and working developers hard to meet consumer demands. When you get C-suite executives butting heads between collaborating companies, there’s sure to be some kind of fallout — and the fallout between video game developer Unknown Worlds and their game publisher Krafton is one of the strangest and most public in recent memory within the gaming world. Skip to 14.25 to skip the cold openSupport our work, find our links, and join our community!Sources:Krafton Unkno...
2025-08-0853 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E25: Marriage, Morality & the Senate: Ken Paxton’s New Political CrisisOn July 10, Texas state senator Angela Paxton announced via her X account that she was seeking a divorce from her husband of 38 years, the Texas state attorney general Ken Paxton. Angela cited “biblical grounds” as the reason for their separation, which would appear to contradict the fundamentalist Christian beliefs that the Paxtons are known for. However, it’s not the first time they’ve brought the language of scripture into their public announcements, whether it’s during their electoral campaigns or Ken Paxton’s numerous political scandals which include securities fraud, bribery and abuse of power. The divorce could spell trouble for...
2025-08-0149 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E24: Bribery, Influence & Gold: The Fall of Senator Bob Menendez [VIDEO]On June 17, 2025, former US senator Bob Menendez showed up to federal prison to begin his 11 year sentence for bribery. From 2018 to 2022, Menendez and his wife Nadine Menendez exercised extreme abuse of power, specifically in relation to Bob's position as the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and throughout his tenure as a member of the Senate from 2006 to 2022. So, who is Bob? Let’s paint a picture of how this career politician devolved into selling his own clout for bribes, becoming the “Gold Bar Bob” that we know today.Support our work, find our links...
2025-07-2553 minGossip Without PrejudiceS1E23: Flavortown’s Got Legal Trouble: The Guy Fieri Lawsuit [VIDEO]Kevin Cooper, the winner of celebrity chef Guy Fieri’s 2022 reality show “Guy’s Chance of a Lifetime,” is suing Fieri’s Chicken Guy! restaurant chain, alleging that the company breached the terms of their contract. As the winner of Fieri’s show, Cooper says he was promised a franchise of Chicken Guy! Including full restaurant build out, startup capital, and a full first year salary. Cooper did open his franchise of Chicken Guy! in February 2024, but it only survived about a year before closing. So what happened here? Were promises not kept? Can we still love and trust Guy Fieri? Let’...
2025-07-1834 minGossip Without PrejudiceS1E22 Silk Road Reopened: The Ross Ulbricht Pardon [VIDEO]Today we're getting deep into the chaotic story of Ross Ulbricht and his massive invention – the OG darkweb marketplace called Silk Road. You may or may not be familiar with Silk Road, but its legal and social impacts and implications are far reaching. As we’ll learn, Ulbricht was sentenced to prison back in 2015, but he’s walking free and in the news once more, thanks to President Trump. One of the first things Trump did when he took office again this past January was give Ulbricht a full and unconditional pardon for his charges of narcotics and money launde...
2025-07-111h 18
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E21 Inside Lochner v. New York: Work, Rights, and the Constitution [VIDEO]The case of Lochner v. New York is widely considered a landmark in Supreme Court history, one which kicked off an era of aggressive adherence to business interest protections and wealth accumulation during the Gilded Age of the robberbaron. This case kicked off the so-called Lochner or Lochnerian Era, which lasted about 30 years until the political atmosphere of the Great Depression prompted the court to reverse its stance on labor protections in West Coast Hotel v. Parrish, a detour that SCOTUS has stuck with in all proceeding rulings to this day — but the truth of the modern labor law la...
2025-07-0453 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E20: Adrian Diaz - Love Letters, Lawsuits, and Leadership Meltdowns at Seattle PD [VIDEO]Seattle’s Office of Inspector General has released a long-awaited trove of documents undergirding the investigation that led Mayor Bruce Harrell to fire then-Seattle police chief Adrian Diaz for dishonesty in December of 2024. Today, let's dive into the history of SPD leadership in the aftermath of the George Floyd protests in 2020 to present times. Spoiler: heaps of lawsuits, corruption, and fakes jobs for your mistress – and a huge mess for city hall to clean up. We talk a little bit about the plight of SPD beat cops, and the measures city governments take to hold their employees acco...
2025-06-2755 minGossip Without PrejudiceS1EX: Hannah Krieg - Seattle's struggle with Police, ICE, and Protest [VIDEO]As local and federal powers become increasingly entangled,the question of who truly governs our cities grows more urgent. We sat downwith Hannah Krieg to talk about reporting from the front lines of recentprotests, the blurred lines between local police and federal agencies like ICE,and what real policy change might look like in Seattle’s near future.Hannah hosts The Burner podcast and is an independentjournalist based in Seattle, covering city politics, protests, and publicaccountability. Known for her sharp reporting an...
2025-06-2628 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E19: ICE Raids, Protest Risks, and the Social Media Spiral [VIDEO]John and Sam catch up on what’s been going down in LA — from ICE raids and protests to the growing risks for journalists. They also get into how social media keeps us chasing distractions, and why some media outlets are happy to feed that cycle instead of digging deeper.Support our work, find our links, and join our community!GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc. production.
2025-06-2130 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Cameron, John, and Jordan take the Bar Exam [VIDEO]Enjoy this extended cut of our latest bar exams! Let us know what topics you want us to cover in the lead up to the July Bar Exam!More episodes coming soon. Join our community, find our socials, support the podcast. GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-06-1723 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E18: Chappin Eze – Community, Politics, and Social Media in the Face of Oppression [VIDEO]For better or worse, the Federal government is imposing increasing culturalinfluence over local politics in urban centers. We brought in Seattle creativeChappin Eze to share his thoughts about society, politics, and the attentioneconomy in the age of Trump. Chappin is a writer and creative director based in Seattle. A graduate with a Masters inLegal and Ethical Studies, he currently runs Seattle Film Club - a grassrootscollective uplifting film photography and local artists through events, zines,and public art. C...
2025-06-1542 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E17: The Rust shooting - Alec Baldwin's Tragedy Film (Part 2 of 2) [VIDEO]Our finale coverage of the Rust shooting! We examine the Brady violations and prosecutorial misconduct that allowed Alec Baldwin to walk away from Halyna's death without spending a day in prison.While tragic in circumstance, this is a prime example of the justice system working as intended. Prosecutors should not be able to conceal favorable evidence from defense counsel if any of us value our essential freedoms. Let us know what you think of the Part 1 / 2 format. Support our work, find our links, and join our community!Sources:Gutierrez...
2025-06-1333 minGossip Without PrejudiceOH: John & Sam Take the Bar Exam [VIDEO]Enjoy this extended cut of our latest bar exams! Let us know what topics you want us to cover in the lead up to the July Bar Exam!More episodes coming soon. Join our community, find our socials, support the podcast. GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-06-1145 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E16: The Rust Shooting - Alec Baldwin's Film Tragedy (Part 1 of 2) [VIDEO]Today we unpack the infamous accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of Alec Baldwin's indie film: Rust. Tune in to hear how confusing chains of command, cost cutting, nonunion film crews, and an inexperienced nepo baby weapons armorer created the perfect storm of confusion and danger that culminated in one of modern film's greatest tragedies. More importantly, learn about the consequences and legal miasma Alec Baldwin and prop assistant Hannah Gutierrez Reed faced in the aftermath. This is our first episode in two parts! Next week, we will examine the Brady violations and prosecutorial...
2025-06-071h 03Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Mike Rafi Takes the Bar Exam [VIDEO]In honor of Mike joining us on the main pod, we are releasing a supercut of our Mike Takes the Bar Exam clips we are posting on our socials - it contains a lot more discussion and analysis than we can post on TikTok. Let us know who else we should invite on the pod!Support our work, find our links, and join our community!Follow Mike Rafi:YouTubeTikTokInstagramMike Rafi LawGWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc. production.
2025-06-0415 minGossip Without PrejudiceS1E15: Mike Rafi - TikTok's Personal Injury Attorney [VIDEO]Mike Rafi is one of Georgia's most dynamic personal injury attorneys, and host of the podcast Married to the Law. Known for his sterling advocacy in the courtroom, but also for his impressive digital presence, he graciously sat down with us tell us about his perspective on life, justice, family, and his rise to internet stardom. As the founder of Rafi Law, Mike has built a reputation for relentless representation of accident victims, securing millions in verdicts and settlements along the way. Through social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, he has been tirelessly educating the public ab...
2025-06-031h 15
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E14: Disney v. YouTube Executive Lawsuit, Workday Class Action Rumble [VIDEO]This week, Sam and John go over two major lawsuits to take a break from the 24/hour news doom cycle. Disney is suing conglomerate Alphabet (YouTube) in state court for allegedly poaching a top media strategy executive. For our second story, HR platform Workday is facing a nascent class action of individuals that claim the platform's AI discriminated against them by improperly ranking them lower than other applicants. Hiring, AI agency, and tortious interference! Oh my!Support our work, find our links, and join our community!Sources: Disney's Complaint v. YouTube...
2025-05-311h 02
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E13: The Presumption of Regularity - The Executive's Greatest Weapon [VIDEO]This week, we are reviewing the presumption of regularity - the legal theory that inclines the Judicial branch to believe the government is generally acting in good faith. BUT, we are trying something different this week: Lindsey will be taking point and walking John through the details. Join us, as we remind ourselves that (usually), the judicial and executive are really on the same side. Submit stories and contact us here!GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-05-2740 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Lindsey and John do a LOT of Bar Exam Questions [VIDEO]In honor of our TikTok and socials blowing up, we wanted to release an extended cut of LTBE - including extended explanations and commentary that accompany each question that we often have to leave on the editing room floor. Let us know what topics you want us to cover in the lead up to the July Bar Exam!More episodes coming soon. https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-05-2351 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E12: The Tragic Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan & Why it's Crazy [VIDEO]In the aftermath of it's massive Federal immigration crackdown, the Trump Administration arrested Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan. For the sin of ushering a man out a clerk door, Judge Dugan is now facing 6 years of prison time and $350k in fines. We also review a similar case from 2018, where a Massachusetts Judge shepherded a fugitive out of a court basement and out a back parking lot - and how that case differs from Dugan's. Is this normal? Has this happened before? And what are the elements of the charges and the likely ou...
2025-05-1450 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E11: Walker v. City of Birmingham - What Happens When you Know a Court Order is Unconstitutional? [VIDEO]What happens when you know a court has issued an order that is blatantly unconstitutional? What happens if you disobey that order? And what if you are then held in contempt for it? What are the consequences, and what recourse do you have?That was the exact question asked in Walker v. City of Birmingham, Alabama – a Supreme Court decision founded in the volatility of the civil rights era. A district court issued a clearly unconstitutional order, and the protestors and marchers (rightfully?) ignored it. Find out what the Supreme Court thinks about the enforcement of...
2025-05-0940 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E10: Mark & Patricia McCloskey - The Menaces of the BLM Movement [VIDEO]Mark McCloskey - strict republican, anti-communist, and *almost* felon. Back in 2020, after George Floyd's murder, Mark and his wife Patricia waved guns at protesters who were passing by their home, and were eventually found guilty of misdemeanor assault and harassment. In this episode we're diving into the McCloskey's litigious history, how they've abused their legal licenses, failed a senate bid, and are right back to practicing today. At least Mark doesn't have a talk radio show anymore. Follow us along on this silly journey. Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/...
2025-05-0646 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Google Ads are Changing, Bar Exam Quiz [VIDEO]Google Local Service Ads are changing soon - if a potential client calls your firm by clicking an ad, Google will record the call and retain the data! So if you work for a law firm and use LSAs, we highly recommend that you reconsider that... Oh, and we also highly recommend that you play Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam with us! Special thanks to Quimbee for the questions.Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-05-0324 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNews Without Prejudice: Immigration, Alien Enemies Act, Uthmeier, & DuganThis week on the news, Lindsey is joined by Callie from Law on The Street! Go follow them. Here's the latest: Kilmar Abrego Garcia is still in prison. He wasn't deported under the Alien Enemies Act, but there is an interesting ruling on that - Judge for the Southern District of Texas Fernando Rodriguez Jr, has ruled that Trump misused the Alien Enemies Act back in March when he deported a few hundred Venezuelans. Rodriguez's full ruling is in the sources below. Florida's attorney general James Uthmeier is trying to make it illegal for undocumented immigrants to enter the...
2025-05-0112 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E9: The Start of Birthright Citizenship - U.S. v Wong Kim Ark [VIDEO]U.S. v Wong Kim Ark is the foundational case that started Birthright citizenship - defining who can participate in the American Dream. More than 125 years of caselaw later, and the United States still stands as a melting pot of multi-culturalism. With the Trump administration attempting to overturn Birthright citizenship, it's time to talk about Wong Kim's story. This is a tale of xenophobia, civil war reconstruction, and the distant triumph of ideals over fear. Explore this incredible story with us, and check out the sources below to dive even deeper.Oral arguments before the...
2025-04-291h 09
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Tariffs & Bar Questions [VIDEO]Today we're talking: Where did Trump's tariffs go, and why? John is excited to share his thoughts on Liberation Day, and we'd love to hear what you think. Plus - another round of Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! We're focusing on contract questions today, so maybe Lindsey has a chance...Thanks to Quimbee for sponsoring LTBE!Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-04-2824 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Bar Exam AI, Student Loan Collection, Ukraine, & a University's Defense Pact [VIDEO]This week in the news: there's a lot. The California Bar's February exam was riddled with technical issues, and now we know part of the story why - the test writers trusted AI far too much. The Trump administration's appearance of power continues to erode, with Pete Hegseth accused of another Signal leak, and Kristi Noem's purse stolen in a public restaurant. The war between Ukraine and Russia continues to be TENSE, with Trump pushing Ukraine to cede Crimea to Russia. Plus things continue to be messy for universities - the Feds have decided to start collecting on defaulted...
2025-04-2429 min
Tech Scenes with Jeff James MartinTech Scenes Santa Monica with Amir Hemmat CEO and Co-founder of Welcome Tech"We’re building the digital Ellis Island—for the modern immigrant journey." - Amir HemmatIn this episode of Tech Scenes Santa Monica, Jeff James Martin sits down with Amir Hemmat, CEO and Co-Founder of Welcome Tech, to explore how technology, data, and deep cultural insight are transforming the immigrant experience in the United States. Welcome Tech, through its SABEResPODER® platform, serves over 9 million Hispanic immigrants annually—providing trusted information, services, and tools to help families thrive in a new country.Amir shares the inspiration behind the company’s mission, the challenges of building a scalable platform for underserved communities, and how d...
2025-04-2341 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Bar Exam LTBE Power Hour [VIDEO]We love doing LTBE and we know you love it too, so we're skipping the legal practice questions, and going straight into Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! Please let us know what you think! And make sure to lock in your LTBE answer in the comments before John tells Lindsey the answer... And a special thanks to our Sponsor: Quimbee.Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-04-2313 min
Training That WorksThe Mindset Shift That Changes Everything with Hameed HemmatWhat separates forgettable reps from must-poach talent? In this high-energy episode, Hameed Hemmat, Director of Enterprise Sales at Solix, unpacks how great salespeople become business leaders—and why most companies fail their sales teams through weak training. He shares the secrets behind weekly training rhythms, building product mastery, and using AI tools to dominate your workflow.You’ll also hear Hameed’s take on building legacy, and why investing in yourself is non-negotiable. Stick around—this one’s packed with gold.📈 Remember, business growth doesn’t have to be linear — it can be exponential. When you need a quick...
2025-04-2133 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E8: Tyler O'Brien - The Longhair Lawyer on fulfillment, non-attorney firm ownership, public discourse, & the rule of law. [VIDEO]Tyler O'Brien is a triple-admitted attorney and law firm owner redefining what it means to forge your own path in the legal industry. We discus everything from finding fulfillment as a lawyer, to Washington's new pilot program that allows non-lawyers to own law firms. Outside the legal world, Tyler is a hunter, hiker, climber, watersport enthusiast, spartan racer, brewer, and dog lover. Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/Find Tyler:https://www.longhair.lawyer/https://www.instagram.com/longhair.lawyer/https://www.youtube.com...
2025-04-1957 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: 4th Circuit of Appeals Agrees: Bring Abrego Garcia Home [VIDEO]Latest update in Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia's lawsuit against the Trump Administration. The Court of Appeals has ruled that the government's motion to halt the Supreme Court's order to "facilitate" Garcia's return is not permitted! The hammer has been brought down, US courts have ruled unanimously that Abrego Garcia must be returned to the US. Listen for a detailed breakdown of this order from the 4th circuit - Lindsey and John really enjoyed dissecting this piece, and we hope you'll join us to continue seeking justice for Kilmar.Submit stories and contact us here!https...
2025-04-1826 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Trump v Harvard - Higher Ed's Tax Exemption Showdown & What's Next [VIDEO]The latest of 7 private universities to be attacked with unfounded demands by the Trump administration - Harvard - is fighting back! John and Lindsey dive into the administration's return blow: which is an investigation into whether the government can rescind Harvard's tax exempt status. We learned A LOT about how non-profit and tax-exempt organizations deal with these changes. Luckily for Harvard, there is precedent.Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-04-1721 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: More Abrego Garcia, Harvard's Fight, Katy Perry in STEM [VIDEO]We're going over the latest in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case, and how everybody in the administration is punting responsibility. Harvard is the latest university to be targeted by the Trump administration, and we're happy to report that they are not capitulating! But in fact fighting back against the potentially unlawful attack. Finally we're going over a lawsuit against United Airlines and their flight school for providing far less education that was promised. Come with us to explore these stories, and let us know what you think in the comments! Or let us know if we missed something....
2025-04-1520 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Garcia is Coming Home(?) - Noem et al. V. Abrego Garcia et al. [VIDEO]The Supreme Court has unanimously announced that Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be returned to the US! Maybe? Let's talk about it. Note: Since this episode was recorded, Government attorneys have argued that El Salvador is the only country capable of returning Mr. Garcia to the U.S. Meanwhile, the Court has ordered daily updates on his status - setting up an even more direct confrontation between the Judicial and Executive branches. We remind our listeners the Trump administration previously intervened under far less ideal conditions to save the Tate brothers from Romanian prosecution by bringing...
2025-04-1417 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E7: Castle Rock v Gonzales - The Police Will Not Protect You [VIDEO]What if we told you that 'protect and serve' was a meaningless slogan? What if the government actually has not duty to protect you - even if you have a court order. In 1999 a mother had a restraining order for herself and her daughters against their father. The father kidnapped the kids, the mother contacted the police multiple times, but police refused to help. Castle Rock v Gonzales is a landmark case decided by the Supreme Court of the United States of America. Let's talk about it. Lindsey got heated on this one...
2025-04-1136 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Alien Enemies Act & Trump's Tariffs [VIDEO]Welcome back to News Without Prejudice in a new studio! We're coming to you from Hemmat Studios. John and Lindsey are continuing to examine the legal chaos surrounding the deportation of Venezuelan and El Salvadorean migrants. Plus we're diving into the hot topic of Trump's tariffs - hear our thoughts, and hear the leader of Singapore share his. Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-04-1018 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: SCOTUS Flips 9 - 0! Abrego Garcia is Coming Home!Emergency episode! The Supreme Court has unanimously announced that Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be returned to the US! Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-04-1010 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Attack on Justice, and Making Business Moves [VIDEO]Welcome back to Office Hours! Join John and Lindsey to explore a topic that is on a lot of minds right now: in the face of this administration's abuse of the judicial branch, how can we as legal professionals fight back? Plus, how do you know when to expand your solo practice? Many chose to do so after they get the business to support expansion, but then they're way too busy to expand... How did you do on this week's LTBE? Make sure to comment your answer, then see if you got it right!Submit...
2025-04-0620 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E6: Houthi PC Small Group - National Security Nightmare [VIDEO]Signalgate. In this episode, John and Lindsey dive head-first into the first 5 days of the Trump Administration's Houthi PC Small Group, how messy the response has been, and what some legal consequences could look like. Hear Lindsey get HEATED, plus hear John talk on his own experience having government secrets security clearance...Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/Here are some sources:https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/03/trump-administration-accidentally-texted-me-its-war-plans/682151/https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/03/25/congress/jeffries-calls-for-hegseth-firing-00249433https://ground.news/article/gabbard-ratcliffe-contend-signal-chat-did-not-include-classified-informationhttps...
2025-04-0447 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Unconstitutional Prisons, NY's Shield Laws, & More Federal Cuts [VIDEO]Catch up on your latest legal news with News Without Prejudice! In this episode, John and Lindsey talk a lot about Texas. First: A judge ruled that Texas prisons without AC are unconstitutional! But.. no one is doing anything about it. Also in Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton is trying his hardest to prosecute a doctor in New York who provided abortion medication to an individual in Texas. However as per New York's so-called Shield Laws, he's not succeeding. The Department of Health & Human Services is the latest US department to take a huge hit. Around 20,000 people are being...
2025-04-0224 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Whoopsie Motions, Striking Out, & LTBE [VIDEO]Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice's weekly legal operations segment, Office Hours! We're glad you're joining us today. First Lindsey and John discuss the necessities of Whoopsie Motions, and when to stay quiet. Then they dive into tips and tricks for setting up a solo firm to succeed from the start. Plus - don't miss out on Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! Comment your answer while Lindsey ponders, then see if you got it right! Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-03-3019 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E5: Rippling v. Deel - Corporate Espionage and the Irish Spy [VIDEO]Lindsey and John are excited to dive into something they've never explored before - corporate espionage! On St Patrick's Day 2025, HR tech giant Rippling sued another HR tech giant Deel. Over: a confidentiality-breaking spy, and the honeypot operation of the century. Do you use Slack at work? Then you should probably listen to this episode...Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/Sources:https://rippling2.imgix.net/Complaint.pdfhttps://www.rippling.com/blog/lawsuit-alleges-12-billion-unicorn-deel-cultivated-spy-orchestrated-long-running-trade-secret-theft-corporate-espionage-against-competitorhttps://www.theinformation.com/articles/the-bitter-fintech-feud-that-stretches-from-silicon-valley-to-moscowhttps...
2025-03-2849 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Venezuelan Deportees & Paul Weiss's Capitulation [VIDEO]Welcome to this week's News Without Prejudice! John and Lindsey dive into the latest legal happenings, while trying to keep their heads on straight. Listen to learn why Judge Boasberg and Trump are fighting over deportation, and how another law firm has responded to Trump's pointed executive order. Spoiler Alert: Paul Weiss's response was the opposite of Perkins Coie. And we're disappointed. Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/Here are some sources:https://ground.news/article/trump-administration-accuses-judge-of-overstepping-in-venezuela-deportations-casehttps://apnews.com/article/trump-deportation-courts-aclu-venezuelan-gang-timeline-43e1deafd66fc1ed4...
2025-03-2720 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Get Ahead of OCIs, Charging for Consults, & Compensation Structures [VIDEO]Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice! A new episode every Friday, plus News Without Prejudice on Wednesday, and Office Hours (plus LTBE) on Sunday. On this week's Office Hours, John and Lindsey dove head first into some pertinent questions. Our first submission is asking for advice on how to get ahead of the absurdly fast-paced legal recruiting game. Our second question is on whether or not a rural lawyer should charge for consults. We understand that this can be tough, but Lindsey loved John's answer. And our final ask for today is: if I'm struggling to keep...
2025-03-2328 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E4: Joe McGaugh's Judicial Negligence and Court Apathy [VIDEO]Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice! A new episode every Friday, plus News Without Prejudice on Wednesday, and Office Hours (plus LTBE) on Sunday. What does it take for a judge to get suspended? A lot more than you'd think. Today Lindsey and John dive into the story of Judge Joe Don McGaugh of Carroll County MI, who was recently suspended for a full year without pay. The Commission on Retirement, Removal, and Discipline has alleged 12 counts against him for breaking the judicial code. Do you agree that he should be suspended? Comment your thoughts, we'd love...
2025-03-2241 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Lawsuits Against Trump, Perkins Coie's Rebuttal, No Bibles for Oklahoma Schools [VIDEO]Welcome to this week's News Without Prejudice, where John and Lindsey discuss the latest legal happenings. Join us every Wednesday! This week we talked about the legal pushback that the Trump administration is facing, a potential government shutdown, and an update on death row inmate Brad Sigmon. Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/Here are our sources:https://ground.news/article/double-murderer-is-first-us-inmate-executed-by-firing-squad-in-15-yearshttps://ground.news/article/dem-ags-sue-over-trump-administrations-education-department-layoffshttps://ground.news/article/judge-orders-fired-probationary-federal-employees-reinstatedhttps://ground.news/article/us-judge-orders-doge-musk-to-produce-cost-cutting-records_5cc98e...
2025-03-2015 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceOH: Modernizing Family Law Practice, AI Potential in Personal Injury Law [VIDEO]Welcome to our newest segment, Office Hours! Where John and Lindsey discuss all things practice management, lawyer lifestyle, and navigating the legal industry. Plus, play LTBE with us!Submit stories and contact us here!https://gossipwithoutprejudice.com/GWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-03-1617 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceNWP: Virginia Police Shooting Clemency, Death by Firing Squad, The CA Bar Debacle [VIDEO]Welcome to our new segment from GWP: News Without Prejudice (NWP)! Join us for the latest in legal and political news every week.Here are some sources for today's news: https://apnews.com/article/virginia-police-shooting-youngkin-clemency-4afe8b89f591159a12f7e12601120c82 https://apnews.com/article/firing-squad-brad-sigmon-south-carolina-execution-cab4c3e71f4e94e1004918193b2597a2https://www.abajournal.com/web/article/furious-bar-candidates-square-off-with-california-state-bar-demanding-remediation#google_vignetteGWP is a Hemmat Interactive, Inc production.
2025-03-1416 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E3: Double Prosecution & the Gun Trace Task Force [VIDEO]What if we told you that the government can convict multiple people for the same single crime? Can prosecutors oppose your defense, and then turn around and hold your story as true in another trial to convict another man? This week, we learn about the Baltimore Gun Trace Task Force’s corruption, and how Keyon Paylor’s case exposed a pattern of alarming prosecutor misconduct prevalent in the U.S. justice system since the 70’s. What do you do when the system insists innocence isn't enough? Submit stories and contact us her...
2025-03-1234 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS1E2: The Libertarian Utopia Overthrown by Bears [VIDEO]Libertarians. Hate them or love them, they are an enduring part of Americana and the dream of prosperity - free spirits just looking for their chance to escape the trappings of regulation and modern society. But what happens when Libertarians get the chance to run the government?Well, that is exactly what happened in the town of Grafton, New Hampshire in 2004 when social architects choose the small town as ground Zero for the 'Free Town' project. The ultimate expression of deregulation. This week Lindsey and John dive into the plight of Grafton, and the experiment's...
2025-03-0543 minGossip Without PrejudiceS1E1: Roland Freisler & the Nazification of Germany's Legal System [VIDEO]John and Lindsey discuss the modern state of world affairs, how fascism distorts justice, and how we can remain hopeful in the face of political turmoil. We also dive into the story of Roland Freisler, a lawyer and judge who rose to power as Hitler's legal fixer during the Nazi regime, and what we can learn from his story. We don’t like how things are going, so lets talk about it. Submit stories and contact us here!Support the podcast and join our community.Timothy Snyder’s On Tyra...
2025-02-2747 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS0E7: Hawk Tuah Girl and Law School SatisfactionThis week, John and Lindsey tackle some hot topics making waves outside the courtroom in our first commentary episode. First, they discuss the looming TikTok ban and break down the crypto rug pull tied to the infamous Hawk Tuah girl and her newest meme coin.In the main segment, John and Lindsey dive into a revealing study that looks back on two decades of law student satisfaction. They explore how experiences differ based on race, what the numbers tell us about systemic inequities, and what it all means for the future of the legal profession....
2025-02-2650 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS0E6: The Orphan ThiefThis week, John and Lindsey return for more trouble in a “War Story” featuring John Milton Merritt, the Oklahoma attorney who betrayed the trust of some of the most vulnerable clients he could. From stealing funds meant for orphans to defrauding injured clients for hundreds of thousands, Merritt’s shocking crimes highlight the devastating consequences of greed within the legal profession.John and Lindsey unpack the details of Merritt’s scheme and of course, his downfall. They explore how his actions came to light, the impact on his victims, and the implications for others in like his clients...
2025-02-2639 minGossip Without PrejudiceS0E4: The Streaker and the Anti-MaskerThis week, John and Lindsey unravel two outrageous tales packed with drugs, alcohol, and more disastrous decisions – including an attorney charged with harassing his own staff (and who wasn't fired for it). But the drama doesn’t stop there—John and Lindsey examine what drives these shocking breaches of ethics and examine the lasting impact they have on the legal profession. Ft. accidental airport rock smuggling. And, of course, no episode would be complete without the ever-hilarious Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! Can Lindsey crack the code of this week’s tricky question, or will she be l...
2025-02-2647 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS0E5: The Bernie Madoff of LawThis week, John and Lindsey take a look at the “War Story” of Marc Dreier, the disgraced lawyer who orchestrated a Ponzi scheme so elaborate it rivaled Bernie Madoff’s. From impersonating executives to forging documents, Dreier’s bold crimes shook the legal world and landed him behind bars - and how he was caught by a secretary. They dig into the details of his audacious schemes, the ripple effects on his victims, and the sheer hubris that led to his downfall. Could there have been warning signs, or was this guy really an evil genius?Suppor...
2025-02-2651 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS0E3: The Drug Smuggling Criminal LawyerThis week, hosts John and Lindsey dive into a jaw-dropping case involving a defense attorney, court documents drenched in liquid meth, and the unexpected role of a pair of court dress shoes in an operation designed to get drugs into the King County Jail masterminded by a partner at one of Seattle's largest criminal defense firms. In addition, the hosts take a closer look at the potential sale of InfoWars and discuss what could be next for the controversial media outlet. John offers a unique perspective on the legal and financial implications of the case and how...
2025-02-2640 minGossip Without PrejudiceS0E2: The Drunk Stopper and UPLIn this episode, guest Paige Blake returns with Part 2 of an unforgettable War Story featuring the daring (or dubious?) “Michael Bennington” and a gripping tale of self-defense—if that’s really what it was.Join us for another round of jaw-dropping legal drama, outrageous lawyer antics, and a sprinkle of bar exam chaos as Lindsey tackles this week’s challenging question.Don’t miss your weekly fix of lawyers behaving badly and all the messy courtroom intrigue you crave!Support the podcast and join our community.BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS!
2025-02-2642 min
Gossip Without PrejudiceS0E1: The Washington State Court Hack [VIDEO]Welcome to Gossip Without Prejudice – the podcast where we profile misconduct acrossthe legal industry, while also (hopefully) humanizing the profession too!Join hosts John Socha and Lindsey Costlow each week as they cover the latest inlegal news, gossip and drama – interview novice and veteran practitioners,examine REAL legal cases and much more!From authentic discussion about the legal industry and tips on how you can guideyour career – to unbelievable stories of judges, lawyers and otherofficers of the court behaving less than optima...
2025-02-2623 min
Lawyers in the Making PodcastE86: John Socha Chief Operating Officer at Hemmat Law GroupJohn is a University of Washington Foster School of Business Graduate and works as the Chief Operating Officer at Hemmat Law Group. In this episode, we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of John, a rising star in the legal world whose career is just getting started. From humble beginnings at the University of Washington to becoming the COO law firm at the age of 21, John's story is packed with insights, grit, and a relentless drive to make things happen.John's time at the University of Washington was marked by government internships and academic challenges, but grades...
2024-10-031h 13
The AppleOne ShowHiring Made Human: Social Entrepreneurship StartupIn this episode of the AppleOne Podcast’s Hiring Made Human series, host Brett Howroyd speaks with Amir Hemmat, co-founder and CEO of Welcome Tech, a company redefining how immigrants navigate life in the U.S. The two delve into the intersection of social impact and entrepreneurship, exploring how businesses can thrive while serving underserved communities.Hemmat, a leader in social entrepreneurship, shares his journey from aspiring physician to tech entrepreneur, driven by a mission to create meaningful impact. He discusses how Welcome Tech is bridging the gap between immigrants and essential services, describing the company’s visi...
2024-09-2334 minThe AppleOne ShowHiring Made Human: Social Entrepreneurship StartupIn this episode of the AppleOne Podcast’s Hiring Made Human series, host Brett Howroyd speaks with Amir Hemmat, co-founder and CEO of Welcome Tech, a company redefining how immigrants navigate life in the U.S. The two delve into the intersection of social impact and entrepreneurship, exploring how businesses can thrive while serving underserved communities.Hemmat, a leader in social entrepreneurship, shares his journey from aspiring physician to tech entrepreneur, driven by a mission to create meaningful impact. He discusses how Welcome Tech is bridging the gap between immigrants and essential services, describing the company’s visi...
2024-09-2334 minThe AppleOne ShowHiring Made Human: Hiring in HealthcareIn this episode of Hiring Made Human, host Brett Howroyd delves into the complexities of hiring in healthcare, featuring insights from Dr. Matin Hemmat, MD, FASAM, Chief Medical Officer and Founder of Peninsula Health Center.Howroyd hosts a conversation with Dr. Hemmat to explore his journey from a resident physician to founding a dual diagnosis addiction treatment facility. Dr. Hemmat shares personal experiences, the challenges faced in hiring for a healthcare startup, and the strategies employed to attract and retain top talent. The discussion covers the therapeutic environment at Peninsula Health Center, the importance of a multidisciplinary...
2024-08-1229 minThe AppleOne ShowHiring Made Human: Hiring in HealthcareIn this episode of Hiring Made Human, host Brett Howroyd delves into the complexities of hiring in healthcare, featuring insights from Dr. Matin Hemmat, MD, FASAM, Chief Medical Officer and Founder of Peninsula Health Center.Howroyd hosts a conversation with Dr. Hemmat to explore his journey from a resident physician to founding a dual diagnosis addiction treatment facility. Dr. Hemmat shares personal experiences, the challenges faced in hiring for a healthcare startup, and the strategies employed to attract and retain top talent. The discussion covers the therapeutic environment at Peninsula Health Center, the importance of a multidisciplinary...
2024-08-1229 min
FULL COMP: The Voice of the Restaurant Industry RevolutionAmir Hemmat on the solution to our labor crisisToday’s labor crisis stems from a labor shortage. There just aren’t enough people willing to work in restaurants anymore…or are there? Today we’re sitting down with Amir Hemmat of Welcome Tech to uncover the solution to our labor crisis. Amir and his company have access to literally millions of legal workers qualified and excited to work in our industry. Who are these folks and where do they come from? Tune in to find out.
For more information on Amir and Welcome Tech, visit https://welcome.tech/.
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2024-01-3037 min
The Geek WithinEp135: David HemmatToday's guest is David Hemmat. David is the founder and CEO at Blue Coding, a software development firm focused on nearshore development in Latin America. He started his career as a telecom engineer, transitioned to software development and later became an entrepreneur. Aside from running Blue Coding, David teaches Innovation for Entrepreneurship at Barna Management School, where he got his MBA. In his free time, he enjoys riding motorcycles and Brazilian jiujitsu.
You can engage David here:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhemmat/
Website - https://www.bluecoding...
2023-08-3031 min
Genius Leadership: Overcoming Everything PodcastBeing Excessively Kind to Yourself as a CEO - with David HemmatBeing a CEO of a growing company is fulfilling yet often tough, tiring and frustrating. And we don't hear about those challenges and how to solve them enough. That is why my guest David Hemmat, the founder and CEO of Blue Coding LLC, and I are discussing his journey of building a company from scratch. With over 9 years since the start of Blue Coding, David has many experiences and insights to share with you.
In this episode, you will hear about:
asking for help to process different stages in life
value of therapy for a CEO
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2023-06-2131 minGenius Leadership: Overcoming Everything PodcastGoing Fully Remote as a Company - with David HemmatWhat's your stand regarding working remotely vs being office-first or going hybrid? My today's guest David Hemmat, the founder and CEO of Blue Coding LLC, shares his decision process to close down the company's office and go fully remote.
In this episode, you will hear about:
ways to think about bootstrapping your company vs taking external capital
getting rid of the company office and going fully remote
why you should ensure your employees set up a proper workspace when working from home
Blue Coding's trial and error process to nurture community and culture while working in...
2023-06-1443 min
Next Legacy PerspectivesAmir Hemmat: Welcome Tech Founder & CEO While immigration is a polarizing topic in the US, Welcome Tech and their vision to become the digital Ellis Island somehow manage to rise above the politics. Amir Hemmat, Welcome Tech's founder, explains that if you think of a country like a company, attracting the best talent and then creating ideal conditions for their success is a no brainer. This is Welcome Tech's mission. With millions of immigrants in the United States now leveraging the Welcome Tech platform, the company is well on its way. In this conversation, Amir digs into the many reasons why a company like Welcome Tech n...
2023-02-2844 min
DealMakers: Entrepreneur | Startups | Venture CapitalAmir Hemmat On Raising $70 Million To Build The Future Of ImmigrationAmir Hemmat pivoted careers and threw himself all in when he discovered social entrepreneurism. He has now built a sizable business around that, with the backing of some of the most notable international investors. His latest venture, Welcome Tech, has raised funding from top-tier investors like TTV Capital, Owl Ventures, Mubadala Capital Ventures, and SoftBank's Opportunity Fund
2022-08-1633 min
New Books in Middle Eastern StudiesThe Kushnameh: The Persian Epic of Kush the TuskedThe Kushnameh is unique, literally. Only one copy of the “Epic of Kush”exists, sitting in the British Library. Hardly anything is known about its author, Iranshah. It features a quite villainous protagonist, the tusked warrior Kush, who carves a swathe of destruction across the region. And it spans nearly half the world, with episodes in Spain, the Maghreb, India, China and even Korea.It was that last reference that encouraged academics in Korea to study the Kushnameh, and bring Kaveh Hemmat to do its first-ever English translation, published by the University of California Press this year. Kave...
2022-07-2139 min
New Books in Iranian StudiesThe Kushnameh: The Persian Epic of Kush the TuskedThe Kushnameh is unique, literally. Only one copy of the “Epic of Kush”exists, sitting in the British Library. Hardly anything is known about its author, Iranshah. It features a quite villainous protagonist, the tusked warrior Kush, who carves a swathe of destruction across the region. And it spans nearly half the world, with episodes in Spain, the Maghreb, India, China and even Korea.It was that last reference that encouraged academics in Korea to study the Kushnameh, and bring Kaveh Hemmat to do its first-ever English translation, published by the University of California Press this year. Kave...
2022-07-2138 min
New Books in Medieval HistoryThe Kushnameh: The Persian Epic of Kush the TuskedThe Kushnameh is unique, literally. Only one copy of the “Epic of Kush”exists, sitting in the British Library. Hardly anything is known about its author, Iranshah. It features a quite villainous protagonist, the tusked warrior Kush, who carves a swathe of destruction across the region. And it spans nearly half the world, with episodes in Spain, the Maghreb, India, China and even Korea.It was that last reference that encouraged academics in Korea to study the Kushnameh, and bring Kaveh Hemmat to do its first-ever English translation, published by the University of California Press this year. Kave...
2022-07-2138 min
Asian Review of BooksThe Kushnameh: The Persian Epic of Kush the TuskedThe Kushnameh is unique, literally. Only one copy of the “Epic of Kush”exists, sitting in the British Library. Hardly anything is known about its author, Iranshah. It features a quite villainous protagonist, the tusked warrior Kush, who carves a swathe of destruction across the region. And it spans nearly half the world, with episodes in Spain, the Maghreb, India, China and even Korea.It was that last reference that encouraged academics in Korea to study the Kushnameh, and bring Kaveh Hemmat to do its first-ever English translation, published by the University of California Press this year. Kave...
2022-07-2138 min
The Bob Johnston PodcastAn OS for Immigration – Amir Hemmat, CEO, WelcomeTechAmir Hemmat is Co-Founder and CEO of Welcome Technologies (Welcome), the “digital Ellis Island '' and future operating system for immigration. Welcome is a venture funded technology platform that is building innovative financial solutions for this cohort, including a digital wallet, to ensure access to previously elusive opportunities and to propel this consumer sector, and our society, forward. Welcome is currently focused on the Hispanic community, the largest immigrant group in the world, through its consumer platform SABEResPODER® (SEP). The platform reaches over 9 million immigrants a year across 50 US markets and connects these consumers to custom financial services. To dat...
2022-07-121h 04
Bank On ItEpisode 522 Amir Hemmat from Welcome TechThis episode was produced remotely using the ListenDeck standardized audio & video production system. If you're looking to jumpstart your podcast miniseries or upgrade your podcast or video production please visit www.ListenDeck.com. You can subscribe to this podcast and stay up to date on all the stories here on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio. In this episode the host John Siracusa chats remotely with Amir Hemmat, Co-founder & CEO at Welcome Tech. Welcome Tech is a digital platform that builds data-driven services for immigrant communities. Tune in and Listen....
2022-06-3032 min
Follow the WooWaking the ShamanEpisode 54: I'm baaaaack! After a 6 week hiatus, shit is weirder than ever. Check out my chat with Michael Hemmat, a shamanic practitioner who focuses primarily on the power of breathwork. We talk about the importance of our intuition, his experiences with non-physical/ non-human entities (including the archangel, Michael), the details of some of his most harrowing plant medicine encounters, the power of breathwork, his book Waking the Shaman, & more!STAY WEIRD, WEIRDOS.*Link to Michael Hemmat's Website: https://warriorbreath.life/
2022-05-111h 41
CornerHos Michelsen: Uenighetene som kostet ham prestisjejobben, eventyrsesongen og ambisjonene med HamKamI denne episoden av Hemmat kan du bli bedre kjent med HamKams nye hovedtrener, Jakob Michelsen. Han forteller om sin karriere hittil, skepsisen han har møtt som ung i treneryrket, eventyrsesongen som åpnet uante dører, uenighetene som har kostet ham jobber, et helt spesielt frieri, ambisjonene på Hamar og mer til. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-01-1345 min
CultureKlatschEp. 9 - Gentrification: The Denver ExperienceGentrification: The Denver Experience
We talk about the history and politics of gentrification here on the CU Denver campus, as well as in the Denver Metro Area. Many news organizations and libraries have documented the ongoing disenfranchisement of the “Displaced Aurarians”—a largely Hispanic neighborhood “relocated” by the Auraria Campus, which houses CU Denver, Metro State University, and Community College of Denver. However, very few news sources have framed that notorious displacement within Denver’s larger culture of gentrification. According to a 2020 study by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, Denver is the second most gentrified city in the nation, with over 27% of...
2021-12-1542 min
CornerDette er Hemmat-podcastenHar du savnet en podcast om HamKam. Hamar Arbeiderblad er nå freidige nok til å invitere oss selv hjem til personer tett på HamKam. Det blir en uformell podcast, men med gode historier, og med et mål om å bli kjent med forskjellige Hamarkammerater. Programleder Jacob Sundblom Nygaard og Arve Hovelstuen Blystad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-09-2901 min
Fintech Family HourNews(ish) #6: Welcome Tech + Atomic Partnership with Amir Hemmat, CEO @ Welcome TechWelcome to our sixth News(ish) Breakdown with Lindsay Davis and Zach Anderson Pettet. Lindsay is the Head of Markets at Atomic and an all around fintech expert. Amir Hemmat, CEO @ Welcome Tech joins the conversation to break down their recently announced partnership with Atomic. Welcome Tech is the largest neobank focused exclusively on the needs of the Hispanic immigrant population. Welcome Tech has helped nearly 3 million account holders and 9 million community members access financial services.One of the biggest pain points for the community is access fairly priced digital financial services. By digitizing a...
2021-05-2921 min
Money MemoriesBuilding A Digital Ellis IslandAmir Hemmat is the co-founder and CEO of Welcome Technologies. Welcome Tech is the “digital Ellis Island” and future global platform for immigration. It is currently focused on the U.S. Latinx community, the largest immigrant community in the world. Amir shares how his parents’ immigrant experience influenced his relationship with money, and how overcoming cancer shifted his perspectives.Bonus: with Memorial Day weekend around the corner, I asked you to share your vacation budgets in this week’s listener submissions.
2021-05-2619 min
What Didn't Kill You? with Michael SilvermanTurning Adversity into Opportunity, with Amir HemmatIt can be a hard concept to wrap our heads around the idea of shifting our personal hardships into genuine opportunities and life lessons for self-growth and it isn’t a thought process that is built overnight. My guest today, Amir Hemmat, has experienced these life lessons first hand. Having overcome stage three Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma nearly eight years ago, he is a true example of how our situations in life do not define us. In this episode, we discuss how his entrepreneurial path at Welcome Technologies began, why a gratitude practice has been so beneficial for h...
2020-12-011h 04
RETHINK RETAILRetail Rundown - Aug 31, 2020 - with Karl Haller and David HemmatNo time for news? We've got you covered. Welcome to the Retail Rundown, your go-to weekly podcast where RETHINK Retail teams up with industry experts to deliver the top trending news stories in retail.
August 31, 2020: IBM breaks down its 2020 US Retail Index findings, Best Buy pushes ahead with its store hub model, Nike to close major wholesale accounts.
Hosted by Julia Raymond
Written and produced by Gabriella Bock
Edited by Trenton Waller
2020-08-3133 min
The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork ProfessionThe State of PPE in Massage with Alison Harmelin and Amir Hemmat of Zeel Zeel Co-Founder Alison Harmelin and Zeel Senior Director of Public Health and Workplace Safety Amir Hemmat discuss the current state of PPE for massage therapists, including how to prioritize which products to use and which partners to trust, how to plan ahead so you're not caught unprepared in your practice, and what steps Zeel is taking to ensure the safety of their therapists and clients. This episode is sponsored by: Anatomy Trains Links: Zeel How to test PPE (blog post) ...
2020-08-2534 min
The South Bay ShowRestauranteurs Lisa Hemmat-Lupercio & Nancy VrankovicOur guests this morning are Lisa Hemmat-Lupercio, Owner of Lido di Manhattan Restaurant in Manhattan Beach, and Nancy Vrankovic, Operating Partner of Sausal in El Segundo. Nancy began her career as Director of Catering and Special Events with Simms Restaurants in 2010. It was the perfect opportunity to combine the things she loves most – hospitality and guest services – with a chance to do something she’d never done before, build a business from the ground up. She left Simms as Director Marketing and PR in 2016, and was excited to team up with Chef Anne at Sausal.
Lisa took over management of the It...
2020-08-1300 min