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Stroke of Silence - A Raw, Real, and Unfiltered storyEpisode 3 - The Long Night of No Answers-Every minute mattered. No one moved - Click to listen.In Episode 3 of Stroke of Silence, Malini recounts the harrowing night she spent in the emergency room after her husband showed clear signs of a stroke. Despite arriving in time, they were left waiting for over 14 hours without any diagnosis, urgency, or meaningful action. Monitors beeped, nurses came and went, but the silence from doctors was deafening.As the hours dragged on, her husband’s condition worsened—he was exhausted, immobile, and vulnerable. Malini describes her helplessness, sitting beside him, torn between exhaustion and rising panic. She reflects on the crushing guilt: wondering if she should have shou...
2025-06-1308 min
Awake at the WheelThe Dynamics of Friendships in Adulthood: What are you doing wrong?Awake at the Wheel | Ep 79In this episode of Awake at the Wheel, Malini Ondrovcik and Dr. Oren Amitay explore the complexities of adult friendships and the challenges of forming and maintaining meaningful connections. They discuss how friendships evolve from childhood to adulthood, the impact of life demands, and the dynamics of toxic relationships. The conversation delves into the differences between introverts and extroverts in social settings, the loneliness epidemic, and the potential for workplace friendships. Malini and Dr. Amitay also examine the nuances of platonic relationships, the role of empathy and communication in...
2025-02-1942 min
Awake at the WheelPost-Election Blues and Reds | Are you feeling anxious about the results?Awake at the Wheel | Ep 73In this episode of Awake at the Wheel, Malini Ondrovcik and Dr Oren Amitay discuss the implications of the recent US election on society and the emotional responses of their clients. They explore themes of change, extremism, resignation versus acceptance, disappointment in female leadership, and the dangers of political isolation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives and the need for open dialogue in a politically charged environment. In this conversation, Doc Amitay and Malini Ondrovcik explore the themes of political divisiveness, cognitive dissonance, and the importance of compassion and understanding...
2024-11-1339 min
Awake at the WheelDid Inside Out 2 get it all wrong?Awake at the Wheel | Ep 64In this episode, Malini and Oren dive deep into the movie Inside Out 2 from a psychological perspective. They share their disappointment with the film's portrayal of anxiety, noting its failure to differentiate between normal and disordered anxiety. They critique the movie for its ethnocentric viewpoint and lack of representation of diverse experiences, highlighting the stigmatizing visual depiction of anxiety and the overemphasis on happiness and joy. Malini and Oren argue that Inside Out 2 missed a crucial opportunity to explore the complexities of emotions and the importance of balance. Their discussion focuses on...
2024-07-1042 min
Awake at the WheelThe State of Education | Awake at the Wheel | Chanel Pfahl Pt 2 | Ep 40Oren and Malini deepen their dialogue with Chanel Pfahl, delving into the pervasive ideologies infiltrating schools and their impact on fundamental education. Chanel offers strategic insights for parents and teachers on pushing back against disagreeable ideologies, fostering a compelling discussion on reclaiming the essence of education. Follow Chanel on X: https://twitter.com/chanlpfaChanel's substack: https://www.freepfahl.com/Buy her a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/freepfahlWe want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your c...
2023-12-0640 min
Awake at the WheelFearlessness and Conviction | Awake at the Wheel | Chanel Pfahl PT 1 | Ep 39Malini and Oren are joined by Chanel Pfahl, a former teacher committed to exposing and combating the infiltration of ideology in schools. Chanel candidly discusses how she uncovered these issues and the personal repercussions she faced for speaking out against what she believes is wrong. The conversation revolves around the qualities that help individuals resist ideological influence, "wake up," and effectively discuss and stand up for their beliefs. It's a straightforward exploration of the challenges and strategies involved in navigating ideological conflicts within the education system.Follow Chanel on X: https://twitter.com/chanlpfaChanel's substack...
2023-11-2940 min
Awake at the WheelSocial Work, Adversity, and Diversity | Awake at the Wheel | Shara Ruffin | Ep 38Social Work, Adversity, and Diversity | Shara Ruffin | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 38Malini and Oren welcome Shara Ruffin, a distinguished guest with an impressive array of professional titles: LCSW, QCSW, ACSW, C-SWHC, BC-TMH. Shara is not only a Social Worker but also a Podcaster, Professional Development Coach, and the CEO at Journey to Licensure LLC. During this enlightening conversation, Shara delves into her personal journey, providing insights into the profound role of Social Workers. She articulates the distinctions between Social Workers, Psychotherapists, and Psychologists, sharing her perspectives on adversity, resilience, diversity, and affirmative action. Tune in to...
2023-11-221h 16
Awake at the WheelDo you have ADHD? | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 37Oren and Malini dive into a discussion on identifying ADHD in this podcast episode. Together, they react to three widely watched videos on the subject, dissecting the valuable information within them while also addressing the shortcomings and gaps inherent in short-form content. Gain insights into the nuanced process of identifying ADHD, exploring how various disorders can mimic its symptoms, leading to confusion. Tune in as our hosts explore the complex question: Do you have ADHD?We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions...
2023-11-1553 min
Awake at the WheelCould TikTok Save Your Marriage? | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 36Join Malini and Oren as they provide a professional, critical analysis of three popular TikTok videos on marriage and relationships. They explore topics like reasons for staying in challenging relationships, infidelity, privilege, and the stages and cycles of love, offering valuable insights into these complex issues. Dive into this thought-provoking discussion for a concise yet enlightening perspective on the world of relationships as presented on TikTok.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your...
2023-11-081h 01
Awake at the WheelDo You Know What Your kids Are Watching? | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 35Malini and Oren delve into the concerning trend that has emerged in recent years: the proliferation of low-quality, misleading, and harmful content targeting children. Join them as they dissect the multifaceted issues arising from this trend, from the unintended consequences like children's indoctrination to a worrying increase in juvenile delinquency. Discover how parenting practices, or the lack thereof, play a pivotal role in exacerbating these challenges.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your q...
2023-11-0158 min
Awake at the WheelIn the Shadow of Tragedy: Perspectives on Israel-Palestine | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 34Malini and Oren discuss the far-reaching effects of the recent escalation of the Israel-Palestine conflict following the devastating attack on October 7th. They explore its impact on different populations worldwide and strategies to combat divisiveness while maintaining calm and rational during distressing times.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment on this video!
2023-10-2530 min
Awake at the WheelBehind Closed Doors: Secrets of Intimacy | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 33Oren and Malini discuss the potential advantages of pornography, such as its potential to enhance one's sexual vocabulary and potentially break down barriers in a relationship. Additionally, they explore the topic of sexual dysfunction within marriages, the prevalence of sexless marriages, and the impact this can have on the overall health of the relationship.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us @awakepod, send us a message...
2023-10-1851 min
Awake at the WheelParenting: Real Questions, Real Strategies | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 32In this episode, Dr. Amitay and Malini tackle everyday parenting challenges, including techniques to improve children's listening skills, strategies for effective discipline, and navigating the sea of misinformation and bad advice on today's social media landscape.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment on this video!EmailInstaYoutube
2023-10-1141 min
Awake at the WheelPSSD: A Hidden Epidemic? | Awake at the Wheel | Ruben & Simon from PSSD Network | Ep 31What if the antidepressants, the very pills meant to be your lifeline, turned out to be the source of your suffering instead? Today, Malini and Oren engage in a conversation with two distinguished guests: Ruben, the founder of PSSD Network, and Simon, the head of PSSD Network UK, a nonprofit organization committed to shedding light on and fostering a supportive community for survivors of PSSD, or Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction. Tune in to hear Simon's poignant narrative, as he candidly shares his experience of feeling chemically castrated and emotionally numbed after a decade-long journey with SSRIs and SNRIs. Discover how...
2023-10-0451 min
Awake at the WheelPornography: Risks and Realities | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 30In this episode, Oren and Malini delve deeper into the subject of pornography. They analyze the findings of current research and insights from clinicians in this field. The discussion covers the associated risks, potential advantages, and psychosocial factors that should be taken into account. Additionally, they address the frequently debated question of whether pornography can be addictive and detrimental.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us...
2023-09-2748 min
Awake at the WheelWhat's in a Dead Name | Awake at the Wheel | Brandon Showalter, Taylor Reece | Ep 29In this episode, Malini and Oren interview the director and a contributor of the documentary film Dead Name. This film is an intimate portrait of three parents whose lives have been shaken and forever altered because their children have declared (or have been given) a transgender identity. Our hosts dig in to what inspired the creation of this film, and what was uncovered in the process of making it? Watch the film now: https://www.deadnamedocumentary.com/We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and D...
2023-09-201h 14
Awake at the WheelBirds and Bees in 2023 | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 28How do you talk to your kids or teens about sex in the modern age? The landscape has been changing for some time, and the change has only grown more rapid in recent years. Malini and Oren dig in to this conversation, tackling issues such as gender differences in sex, motivations for sex, alcohol and drug use, pornography use, and wrap it up with strategies to help you start the conversation with your kids today.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions...
2023-09-1346 min
Awake at the WheelFighting Fair | Jonah Part 3 | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 27In this final part of the conversation, Malini and Oren weave together all the threads of their conversation, delivering a comprehensive conclusion. They peel back the layers of their discussion, delving into the intricacies of dating and the art of sustaining a meaningful relationship. They provide recommendations for navigating the often challenging terrain of arguments within a partnership, offering practical strategies and actionable steps for resolving conflicts constructively.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas...
2023-09-0629 min
Awake at the WheelEmpowerment... or oppression? | Jonah Part 2 | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 26In this continuation of a previous conversation (https://youtu.be/p6wCliTbUyo), Malini and Oren delve deeper into the Jonah Hill texts, which leads to a discussion about modern female empowerment, and whether it is truly empowering, or is just another tool of oppression. Watch this fascinating discovery, and let us know what you think, is modern sexual empowerment a good thing, or are today's young women fooling themselves?We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your i...
2023-08-3036 min
Awake at the WheelEveryone's a therapist... | Jonah Part 1 | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 25In this captivating episode, Malini and Oren engage in an exploration of the rise of acceptance surrounding discussions about mental health. They delve into the remarkable repercussions stemming from this shift, including the emergence of what can be termed "therapy speak" within everyday conversations—an evolution accompanied by instances of its unfortunate misapplication. The episode delves further into the intriguing phenomenon of the counter-movement against therapy, alongside the intriguing observation of the seemingly pervasive inclination to pathologize even the most mundane behaviors. Tune in to immerse yourself in their insightful dialogue and be sure to share your perspectives with us...
2023-08-2333 min
Awake at the WheelParenting: Raising a Winner Pt 2 | Awake at the Wheel | Dr Henry Svec | Ep 24In this continuation of their discussion (https://youtu.be/aarUsM2rtjk), Malini, Oren, and Hank discuss the ten steps to being a lifetime loser (https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7077966836822130688), the challenges and adversity that other generations and modern peoples face, and where their strength and resilience comes from. Our hosts share strategies for finding yours and your child's inner resilience, and Hank shares his tools for winning every day, and beyond.__The ADHD Fix podcast: https://www.podserve.fm/series/website/the-adhd-fix,6574/Invest Like a Honeybee podcast...
2023-08-1631 min
Awake at the WheelParenting: Raising a Winner Pt1 | Awake at the Wheel | Dr Henry Svec | Ep 23In part 1 of this Rounds Table episode of Awake at the Wheel, Oren and Malini welcome retired psychologist Dr Henry Svec, to discuss the importance of winning across various contexts, including parenting, and instilling those values into our children.Part 2 coming August 16!__The ADHD Fix podcast Invest Like a Honeybee podcast The ADHD Fix book What Grandpa Learned from His Honeybees:We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions...
2023-08-0948 min
Awake at the WheelThe Dating Game | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 22In this episode, Malini and Oren discuss the perils of modern dating and navigating early relationships. From how to select a partner to the importance of knowing exactly what you are looking for, and tips for communicating those needs clearly to your partner.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment on this video!
2023-08-0258 min
Awake at the WheelPandemic: The Psychological Effects of COVID-19 | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 20In this episode, Oren and Malini delve into the profound psychological and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. They explore various aspects, including the effects on education at different levels, the impact on relationships and connectedness, and the changes experienced by various professions. With a focus on empathy and understanding, they discuss the challenges of isolation, the rise of divisiveness in opinions, and the importance of face-to-face interactions in a digital world.We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments...
2023-07-1928 min
Subhashitha Sambhashanam (सुभाषित सम्भाषणम्)Episode 17: kaale varShathu parjanyah prThivee sasyashaalinee | dhesho ayam kShoBharahithah sajjanaassanthu nirBhayaah ||काले वर्षतु पर्जन्यः पृथिवी सस्यशालिनी ।देशोऽयं क्षोभरहितः सज्जनास्सन्तु निर्भयाः ॥kaale varShathu parjanyah prThivee sasyashaalinee |dhesho ayam kShoBharahithah sajjanaassanthu nirBhayaah ||Meaning: Let there be timely rains and Mother Earth be covered with plants. Let this land be free of misery and the good citizens live without fear.In this episode, Dr. N. Hema Malini, Madhavi Nadig and Chidu Nadig discuss what it takes for people to live contentedly, without fear.Chidu narrates a story from the Bhagavatha. When Indra was angry with the residents of Vrindhavana, he made it rain incessantly for 7 days. Krishna lifted the Govardhana mountain with the little finger of his left hand and sheltered...
2023-07-1511 min
Awake at the WheelThe Pronoun Puzzle | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 19In this episode, Malini and Oren delve into the world of pronouns, examining the rise of neopronouns and the role of social contagion. They critically explore the significance of this linguistic phenomenon, unraveling the complexities of identity and societal influence. From neopronouns challenging traditional binaries to the impact of social contagion on pronoun usage, this episode offers a nuanced perspective on why pronouns have become such a contentious issue in today's world. We want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, a...
2023-07-1256 min
Awake at the WheelParenting: Beyond the Hype | Awake at the Wheel | Ep 18In this episode, Malini and Oren take a critical look at current trends in parenting and provide practical, evidence-based recommendations that parents can implement into their parenting practice today.Read the book:Don't be a Wimp Raise a Strong LeaderWe want your questions! Future episodes will feature a new segment, Rounds Table, where Malini and Dr Amitay will answer your questions, discuss your comments, and explore your ideas. Send your questions to rounds@aatwpodcast.com, tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment...
2023-07-051h 08