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Spirit Gym with Paul Chek354 — Plant Medicines: Magic or Doors to Healing With PayamIf you’ve watched the news lately, the pharmaceutical world is beginning to embrace the use of psychedelic medicines as a safer and more effective means to treat deep emotional challenges. That’s the good news…However, are people using these ancestral medicines like allopathic medicines to bypass the deeper work they truly need that can create real pathways to personal growth and lasting healing?Payam, a renowned international master of psychedelic medicines, describes the real and false promises of these medicines and how they can be used wisely to heal the wounded child within all of...2025-07-152h 02
The CLS Experience with Craig SiegelSpiritual Capitalism With Payam ZamaniOn this episode of The CLS Experience, we have a very exclusive treat. Visionary entrepreneur Payam Zamani shares his transformative journey from a young refugee to a pioneering advocate for spiritual capitalism. His story is not just about building successful businesses like AutoWeb and One Planet Group, but also about intertwining deep spiritual beliefs with everyday business practices. Payam's unique perspective challenges traditional views on capitalism, emphasizing the importance of valuing individuals beyond their economic contributions and fostering meaningful interactions in the business world.We explore Payam's personal experiences growing up as a Baha'i facing persecution in...2025-07-0846 min
Real Estate Development Insights(29) Beyond Density: Building Mid-Rises for Community and Connection - Jaegap Chung - Studio JCISend us a textIn this episode, Join Payam and esteemed architect Jaegap Chung as they delve into the complexities and future of urban housing design. Jaegap, a first-generation immigrant and seasoned architect focusing on housing solutions, shares insights on creating livable and sustainable mid-rise buildings in Toronto. The conversation navigates through the evolution of housing trends, the quality of city design, public and private realms, and the importance of creating functional living spaces. Discover the challenges and solutions related to urban housing, including the benefits of mid-rise buildings, the importance of public transportation, and how prefabrication...2025-05-271h 06
It Starts with Yoo with Anna YooBuilding Connections: The Light DAO Community and Love Story of Payam SafaBuilding Conscious Relationships: A Conversation with Payam SafaIn this episode of 'It Starts With Yoo,' host Anna Yoo speaks with Payam Safa, founder of the Light DAO community. Payam shares insights into the mission and values of Light DAO, which focuses on raising global consciousness and promoting dignity and self-worth. He also delves into the story of how he met his fiancée, Hannah Kim, highlighting their serendipitous connection and the pillars that form the foundation of their relationship: mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual alignment. Payam further emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself through exercises l...2025-04-2823 minReal Estate Development Insights(25) Landlord to Real Estate Developer - Mike Zavershnik - 17A PropertiesSend us a textIn this episode, Payam hosts Mike, a seasoned entrepreneur who has made the shift from a landlord to a real estate developer. Mike shares his experiences, challenges, and learnings, from starting a tech-incubator company that didn't survive the dot-com burst to build a successful real estate portfolio with 300+ units. They dive deep into the importance of relationships, the misconceptions about developers, and the complexities of being a landlord. The conversation also tackles the pressing issues in the housing crisis, the political and regulatory landscape, and the critical need for policy reforms. Tune in...2025-04-0153 minReal Estate Development Insights(24) Construction Innovation Checklist - A Practical Framework For Your Next Project.Send us a textIn this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, host Payam Noursalehi discusses the importance of adapting to changes in the construction and real estate development industry. With no guests, Payam shares his personal experiences and insights from working on various projects over the years. The episode focuses on the need for new, sustainable, and efficient building methods and presents a practical framework for evaluating new systems. Topics covered include challenges in the industry, such as labour shortages and rising costs, the importance of proven track records for new products, project definition...2025-03-1848 minReal Estate Development Insights(23) Canada Vs. US - Housing Crisis; Similarities & Differences - Edd Hamzanlui of MassCan CapitalSend us a textIn this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, host Payam Noursalehi is joined by Ed Hamzanlui, founder and operator of Masscan Capital in Boston, Massachusetts. Ed shares his experience and insights into the housing crisis solutions being implemented in Massachusetts. They discuss various initiatives like the MBTA Act, which encourages density around public transportation hubs, and the Gateway Cities program aimed at revitalizing older industrial cities. The conversation also touches on the similarities between Massachusetts and Toronto’s housing challenges and the concept of ‘Light Touch Density’ for cre...2025-03-0451 min
Successful IraniansActing, Comedy, Courage & Chasing Dreams: Payam Banifaz JourneyImmerse yourself in a deeply engaging conversation with Payam Banifaz, an Iranian-American actor and comedian who has captured the hearts of many through his humorous portrayal of cultural experiences. Payam shares pivotal moments from his journey. With a refreshing perspective on the immigrant narrative, he discusses how laughter became a tool to bridge cultural gaps and foster connections.Payam’s viral videos depicting the quirky yet relatable dynamics of Iranian dads highlight not only the humor but also the tenderness underlying familial bonds. He dives into the cultural nuances that shape his comedic lens, revealing how he us...2025-02-2550 min
Leaders Of Tomorrow Podcast401 | Payam Zamani | Building More Than Wealth: Merging Business with a Higher CallingWhat does it take to turn adversity into success and build companies that make a positive impact on the world? In this inspiring episode of the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast, Chris Thomson sits down with Payam Zamani, entrepreneur, investor, author, and proud alumnus of the Student Works Management Program.Payam shares his extraordinary journey from escaping religious persecution in Iran at 16 to co-founding AutoWeb, the first online car marketplace, which went public with a $1.2 billion IPO. He reflects on how his experience with Student Works was a transformative "boot camp" for entrepreneurship, teaching him critical lessons in...2025-02-0445 min
The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 22 - Brett DierActor, artist, lover, and all around great guy Brett Dier is here to have I SWEAR TO GOD one of the greatest conversations ever.
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saatkorn Podcast#427 mit PAYAM PARNIANI von Be Real.Payam Parniani, Founder & Creative Director von Be Real., ist in dieser SAATKORN Podcast Episode zu Gast.
Die authentischen und interessanten Employer Branding Videos von Be Real. werdet Ihr vermutlich alle kennen. Und Payam Parniani wird den meisten von Euch auch schon virtuell oder in real life über den Weg gelaufen sein - zum Beispiel beim letzten EMBRACE Festival.
In dieser SAATKORN Podcast Episode habe ich mal versucht, mit dem Meister des "Deep Talks" selbst in die Tiefe zu gehen. ;-) Unsere Themen in dieser SAATKORN Folge sind unter anderem:
Wie aus Leichtathletik, Rap und Psychologie Be Real. wurde
Was es g...2024-10-1831 min
SAATKORN#427 mit PAYAM PARNIANI von Be Real.Deep Talk mit Payam
Payam Parniani, Founder & Creative Director von Be Real., ist in dieser SAATKORN Podcast Episode zu Gast.
Die authentischen und interessanten Employer Branding Videos von Be Real. werdet Ihr vermutlich alle kennen. Und Payam Parniani wird den meisten von Euch auch schon virtuell oder in real life über den Weg gelaufen sein - zum Beispiel beim letzten EMBRACE Festival.
In dieser SAATKORN Podcast Episode habe ich mal versucht, mit dem Meister des "Deep Talks" selbst in die Tiefe zu gehen. ;-) Unsere Themen in dieser SAATKORN Folge sind unter anderem:
Wie a...2024-10-1831 minThe Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 19 - Dave TheuneMr. Milwaukee himself, Dave Theune, is here for one of The Greatest Conversations ever. We talk dying music, Joker 2 or as I call it Joker POO, Maury Povich and other daytime talk shows, horses' and cows' obsession with hay, and lastly, FIBs, which is a derogatory term that you do NOT want to be called. Catch Dave on Bangarang and Planet Weird!TGCE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tgcepod/Questions to tgcepod@gmail.comTGCE YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheGreatestConversationEverLink to apple pods - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...2024-10-161h 03The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 18 - Ronnie AdrianThe Sciatica boys are in the building!Our main man Ronnie Adrian stops by in a sick panama hat and sunglass combo that he never felt the need to take off. Payam is dropping tons of knowledge as usual, and Ryan chortles along as we talk languages, dialects, sciatica pain, foggy old London town, stashing money in the Caymans, and much much more.Ronnie on IGThe Big TeamBangarangRonnie Stuck in the Car
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How to Choose to Live with Host Meridith AlexanderEP 10 Harmony or Disease: Demystifying Your Potential to ReIgnite Your Health w/ Dr. Payam HakimiEP 10 Harmony or Disease — Demystifying Your Natural Potential to Heal, Enrich and Ignite Your Own Health with Dr. Payam Hakimi
It’s said that our bodies are our temple, but for many of us, there are times when it can feel like our bodies are our adversary — a ticking time of hereditary illnesses and afflictions beyond our control.
In today’s episode with the esteemed director of Body of Harmony in Beverly Hills, Calif., and Miami, FlaDr. Payam Hakimi, you’ll learn about:
-- The harmony (or dis-ease) between body, mind and spirit
— The control that we DO have over our bodies...2024-10-081h 21The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 17 - Will HinesOur Guru friend Will Hines stops by to have one of The Greatest Conversations Ever. He give us his big theory about how nobody can crossover comedy/drama wise in Hollywood, and then goes immediately back on it. This episode is both wild roller coaster, and almost nothing at all. Like Yin and Yang, perfectly balanced.
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Link to apple pods...2024-09-251h 14The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 15 - Erin KeifErin Keif joins the boys today to talk about shopping meltdown with sisters, finding consciousness in mushrooms, baguette hacks, and run ins with famous people. Erin is awesome, and we're grateful to have her on the show.
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...2024-09-191h 32The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 14 - Phil Augusta JacksonThe multi-hyphenate entertainment powerhouse Phil Augusta Jackson sits down for The Greatest Conversation Ever and boy did we get there in this one. From skydiving to the submersible, music to television, and even pondering how to make like feel longer.
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The Remarkable Leadership PodcastThe Power of Embracing Life’s Difficult Journeys with Payam Zamani What if the challenges you've faced are the key to unlocking your leadership potential? Kevin sits down with Payam Zamani to discuss the cyclical nature of peaks and valleys in our lives. Payam highlights the value of challenges and how they prepare individuals for greater achievements. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining hope and the need for spiritual capitalism—where business success is aligned with serving humanity. Payam and Kevin also explore deep topics such as unity, intention in leadership, and the noble nature of all human beings. Listen For 00:00 Introduction 02:56 Payam Zamani's Journey an...2024-09-0435 minThe Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 12 - Mike CastleOur good pal Mike Castle stops by for TGCE and the ep does not disappoint!
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Ryan’s comedy group @biggrandepics - http://biggrandewebsite.com2024-08-291h 01The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 11 - Dan LippertDan Lippert is the man, and our good buddy, an actor, writer, comedian, basketball player, the list goes on and on. We had a delightful time gabbing it up and achieved TGCE status for sureTGCE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tgcepod/Questions to tgcepod@gmail.comTGCE YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheGreatestConversationEverLink to apple pods - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-greatest-conversation-ever/id1754305136Link to Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7polY13qI5vllc8H4cALbL@pbani - https://www.instagram.com/pbani/?hl=en...2024-08-211h 31The Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 10 - Vic MichaelisComedian, actor, and all around super star Vic Michaelis joins Payam and Ryan for a nice long chat that some people are calling the greatest conversation ever. We're talking hearing aids, getting points on the back end, singing, seasoning yourself, being creeped out by the ocean, getting vulnerable, and more...
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Lily Sullivan stops by to be dumb with us for an hour. This one is a blast.
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@pbani...2024-07-241h 11Real Estate Development Insights(7) Heritage, Adaptive Reuse, & Building Unique Projects; A Conversation with Joey Giaimo, OAASend us a text(7) Heritage Buildings, Adaptive Re-use, & Building Unique Projects; A Conversation with Joey Giaimo, OAA. www.realestatedevelopmentinsights.com#realestatedevelopment #realestatedeveloper #podcast #torontorealestate #heritage #heritagebuilding #adaptivedesign In this real estate development insights podcast episode, I interview Joey Giaimo, an esteemed heritage expert and architect. Joey shares his journey into the heritage conservation field and discusses the complexities and rewards of integrating modern design with heritage buildings. Discover Joey's perspectives on architectural training, preserving existing structures, and the importance of community input in development projects. Learn about successful heritage projects, the...2024-07-2354 minThe Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 6 - Jacob WysockiJacob is the best, and he wore a big ass cowboy hat to the record. Check out the video on youtube.
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Case Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking694: How to Build a "People-First" Culture (with Unicorn Founder and CEO of One Planet Group, Payam Zamani)Welcome to an interview with the author of Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys, Payam Zamani. In this episode, Payam shares the most important lessons he learned from building a record-breaking billion-dollar IPO called AutoWeb, and how it fell apart. He took those early lessons and created his current company, One Planet Group, with the “people-first” culture he wanted all along for AutoWeb. As a result, One Planet Group’s success has allowed Payam to reacquire AutoWeb and bring it back to profitability. In Payam’s book, Crossing the...2024-07-1547 minThe Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 5 - Betsy Sodaro
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The Chase Jarvis LIVE ShowFrom Refugee to $1B Entrepreneur: Payam Zamani's JourneyIn this episode, Payam Zamani shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Iran during the Iran-Iraq war as a Bahá'í to becoming a successful tech entrepreneur and author in the United States. His new book, Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys, chronicles his inspiring story of overcoming numerous hardships. Payam co-founded AutoWeb.com and founded One Planet Group, which invests in early-stage companies to positively impact society. We discuss his challenging experiences in Iran, his daring escape, and the power of hope and perseverance. Additionally, we explore his concept of spiritual capitalism, where bu...2024-07-0356 minThe Greatest Conversation EverTGCE - Episode 4 - Patrick McDonald
Patty McDonald, very funny actor, writer, director, professor, and many other things joins us for an hour of, honestly, some of the greatest conversation ever. I felt lucky to be a part of it.
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The WICKEDly talented and truly hilarious Nicole Byer stops by, basically to Audition for Frozen 3. Let's make it happen pixar. Thanks for listening!
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Payam and Ryan's good buddy and brilliant actor and comedian Dhruv Uday Sing stops by for a nice chat. Thanks for listening!
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The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving460: How to Build a "People-First" Culture with Unicorn Founder and CEO of One Planet Group, Payam ZamaniWelcome to Strategy Skills episode 460, featuring an interview with the author of Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys, Payam Zamani. In this episode, Payam shares the most important lessons he learned from building a record-breaking billion-dollar IPO called AutoWeb, and how it fell apart. He took those early lessons and created his current company, One Planet Group, with the “people-first” culture he wanted all along for AutoWeb. As a result, One Planet Group’s success has allowed Payam to reacquire AutoWeb and bring it back to profitability. In Payam’...2024-06-2649 min
Soul BoomPayam Zamani: From Impoverished Refugee to Tech MogulIn this episode of Soul Boom, Rainn Wilson sits down with tech entrepreneur and philanthropist Payam Zamani. They explore Payam’s incredible journey from fleeing religious persecution in Iran for his Baháʼí faith to founding an incredibly successful tech company in the United States. Delving into themes of resilience, optimism, and the integration of spiritual principles in business, this conversation is both inspiring and thought-provoking. Discover how Payam’s experiences have shaped his approach to life and work, and learn why he believes in leading with love and intention.Get Payam's book, Crossing the Desert...2024-06-2556 min
Business Minds Coffee ChatPayam Zamani | From Escaping Persecution to Securing a Billion-Dollar IPOPayam Zamani, tech entrepreneur, CEO & founder of One Planet Group, investor, philanthropist, and author joins me on this episode. Payam and his brother, Frank, founded the first online car buying service, helped take the company public, and completed a successful IPO reaching a market cap of $1.2 billion. In 2015, Payam launched One Planet Group, a private equity firm that invests in mission-focused businesses that give back to communities. Topics we cover include Payam’s incredible story of escaping religious persecution in Iran and immigrating to the U.S., embracing life’s difficult journeys, launching a tech star...2024-06-201h 02
Created in the Image of GodCrossing the Desert with Payam Zamani | Created In The Image of God Episode 102Join us for a captivating episode as we delve into the remarkable journey of Payam Zamani, a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for a new model of capitalism. From escaping religious persecution in Iran to achieving a billion-dollar IPO on Wall Street, Payam's story is one of resilience, determination, and a commitment to redefining success in the business world.In his forthcoming book, "Crossing the Desert," Payam shares his deeply personal experiences, including his harrowing escape from Iran at the age of 16 and the founding of One Planet Group—a company built on the principles of spiritual ca...2024-06-141h 17
INspired INsider PodcastCrossing the Desert: Embracing Life’s Challenges With Payam Zamani of One Planet GroupPayam Zamani is the Founder and CEO of One Planet Group, a hybrid tech firm that embodies his principles of combining business with a life of service. He is an Iranian-born entrepreneur, investor, and author who fled his homeland as a teen due to religious persecution. Payam co-founded AutoWeb, one of the first online car marketplaces, which went public in 1999. He is also the author of Crossing The Desert, an autobiography reflecting on his experiences of perseverance and embracing life's demanding journeys. Payam is a mission-driven individual who has invested in numerous companies while committed to improving the world.2024-06-1249 min
Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutPsychedelics and IFS with Payam (Part 2)In this episode of "Going Inside," I'm joined by Payam for a Part 2 of Psychedelics and IFS. We discuss the complexities of healing, the role of facilitators, and the importance of setting healthy boundaries when finding the right facilitators. Key Takeaways from this Episode:1. Facilitators must be attuned to their clients' needs, delivering therapeutic interventions in a way that is safe and manageable for both the mind and body.2. It's crucial to be aware of facilitators or therapists who may use their social following, looks, and charisma to exploit clients, creating u...2024-06-091h 26Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside OutPsychedelics and IFS with Payam (Part 1)In this episode, I am joined by Payam, a facilitator specializing in plant medicine, psychedelics, and trauma healing. We explore the intricacies of integrating shamanic practices with Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, gaining insights into self-awareness, capacity building, and ethical facilitation in transformative healing journeys. Part 1 of our conversation delves into navigating complex trauma, understanding self-energy, and the delicate balance required when working with psychedelic medicines in therapeutic contexts. Join us next week for Part 2!Key Takeaways from this Episode:1. Understanding Our Limits as a Therapists and Healers: It's crucial for t...2024-06-0356 min
Age Rebels RevolutionEP 67: Where the answer to all life’s mysteries is found with Payam Safa - founder of Light DAOPayam experienced an awareness of his own source before the age of 10. Growing up in a scenario that developed an art of creating order from chaos - this deeply curious soul now brings unity to where there is chaos. He displayed this at a young age when he courageously confronted an abusive martial arts instructor and brought him from abuse to tears.
A natural entrepreneur - he was the ‘candy man’ selling candy to his school peers with a 50% profit and the journey of entrepreneurship continues today.
Payam has an education in computer science and elec...2024-06-0259 minReal Estate Development Insights(2) Risk, Creativity, & Design Excellence: Real Estate Development with Sheldon RosenSend us a textIn this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights Podcast, host Payam Noursalehi sits down with Sheldon D. Rosen, and architect turned developer and founder of the SDR Group. They discuss Sheldon's journey from architecture to development, the challenges and strategies involved in the real estate development process, and key advice for aspiring developers. The conversation covers risk management, networking, financing, and the importance of creativity and research in successful projects. Sheldon also shares insights into dealing with market cycles, attracting investors, and the impact of world events on development. The episode contains...2024-05-271h 04Real Estate Development Insights(1) IntroductionSend us a textThis episode introduces the Real Estate Development Insights podcast. Payam, explains the podcast's purpose of sharing insights, best practices, case studies, and interviews with industry experts to improve decision-making in real estate development. He also mentions providing a free PDF resource with top industry resources for listeners.For more information, please refer to RealEstateDevelopmentInsights.Com.2024-05-2006 min
Built to Sell RadioEp 436 Turning Down a Quarter Billion Dollar Offer From State Farm with Payam Zamani This week we’re bringing you an extraordinary story of resilience and determination as we delve into the lives of Payam and Frank Zamani. Starting their American dream with a mere $75, the brothers embarked on a venture that led to the founding of Autoweb, a groundbreaking lead generation service in the auto industry. Autoweb’s journey to success reached its zenith with an IPO that valued the company at an astonishing $1.2 billion, with shares peaking at $50. However, the narrative took a dramatic turn as investor demand for a new CEO led to a steep decline, plumm...2024-04-0552 min
The How to ABA PodcastBehaview with Payam Moghaddam and Shadi HortamaniPayam Moghaddam and Shadi Hortamani are the founders of Behaview, a staff training and supervision solution for ABA providers. Behaview simplifies staff training and supervision for BCBAs with its comprehensive scheduling, remote supervision, data tracking, individualized progress reports, and BCBA fieldwork tracking. Behaview is built with ABA’s unique needs of data collection, supervision, and staff training in mind. All of this allows practitioners to achieve better results, with less effort.Here, Payam and Shadi share details about their backgrounds and how they were inspired to create Behaview. They walk through the technology they used to develop Be...2024-03-0530 min
Leaders on a MissionLeaders on a Mission: Payam Pourtaheri, CEO of AgroSpheres, on building an innovative sustainable agriculture company, Episode 78 In this episode, AgroSpheres CEO Payam Pourtaheri discusses how he tackled pesticide issues using RNA technology for crop protection. He shares challenges, including target specificity and scale-up. Payam learned to voice disagreements and focused on encapsulation for potent biomolecules, differentiating from microbial approaches. Transitioning from a student project to a startup, Payam stresses the importance of funding, technology validation, and building credibility. He highlights the difficulty of gaining trust from major AgTech players, emphasizing it's tougher than securing venture capital.Key successes include scaling up, obtaining field trial data, developing new products, and forming partnerships. Payam emphasizes m...2024-02-0744 min
"Woher kommst du wirklich?"Episode 8: Identität zwischen Selbst- und Fremdwahrnehmung // mit Payam ParnianiIn der aktuellen Episode geht es u.a. um eine spezifische und prägnante Erfahrung, die viele mit Migrationsgeschichte in Deutschland kennen: die Konfrontation mit Fragen zur eigenen Herkunft in alltäglichen Situationen. Mein Gast Payam erzählt von einem Moment, der kurz nach seinem Umzug in ein Dorf außerhalb Hamburgs stattfand. Trotz seiner Geburt und Aufwachsens in Hamburg, wird er am Gartenzaun von seinem neuen Nachbarn gefragt, woher er "wirklich" komme, da er für anders "anders" aussieht.Dieses Gespräch am Gartenzaun öffnet unsere Diskussion darüber, wie solche Fragen das Gefühl der Zugehörig...2023-12-261h 07
Healing The Mind with Greg SchmausHealing Through Sacred Plant Medicine with PayamIn this episode, we speak with Payam. Payam is an amazing practitioner who integrates the use of sacred plant medicines in healing ceremonies. During our conversation together, we explore the healing path utilizing the power of these psychedelic compounds. We dive into how to properly prepare for a ceremony, common red flags to be mindful of when choosing a ceremony or facilitator, and the importance of an integration process following. There is a lot of talk and popularity around these substances and Payam guides us through the absolute essentials in how to navigate this space consciously and responsibly. 2023-10-021h 04
The InfiniteYouniverse PodcastAm I on the Right Path? How to Make Decisions That are Aligned with Your HIGHEST SELFIn this episode, we uncover how we can observe what the world is telling us about the choices we CHOOSE to make every day. The choices have a direct impact on the life we experience. The CRAZY THING is we have the POWER TO CHOOSE DIFFERENT.But we don't.How come? As you listen to this episode, I share with you TWO WAYS that you can learn to become self-aware when it comes to your life choices so that you can tune in and find out if you are on the...2023-09-1917 min
Healing Ourselves & Healing the World in Times of Peril & PromiseThe Power of Ancient Plant Medicines for Healing Trauma with PayamI love Payam. He is a man who lives in his heart and walks his talk. With all the many people offering entheogens, I know him to be a skilled and ethical practitioner. In our talk, we not only explore what healing is and how his work facilitates the transformation of trauma, but also how every effort spent doing this sacred work affects the whole planet in this time of peril and promise. Here is his website and read below for his bio: payam.comYou can also find this podcast on a variety of p...2023-09-131h 04The InfiniteYouniverse PodcastLETTING GO TO RECEIVE - Main Lesson From My Recent Mushrooms ExperienceDuring my recent mushroom experience, I had a profound realization that has stuck with me ever since. I learned to move forward in life and attract what I truly want. I need to know to "let go" of the baggage I willingly carry with me. This could be anything from negative thoughts and emotions to past experiences, relationships, and responsibilities that no longer serve me. By releasing these burdens, I can create space for new things to come into my life and truly thrive.The journey of life is a JOURNEY. We are meant to fuck u...2023-09-1119 min
BVL Podcast#181: Berechnung und Reduzierung von CO2-Emissionen in der Transportlogistik (Prof. Dr. Payam Dehdari)Der BVL Podcast (Bundesvereinigung Logistik)
Die Nachfrage nach klimaneutralen Transporten steigt von Jahr zu Jahr. Doch wie misst, berechnet und reduziert man als Unternehmen eigentlich den CO2-Ausstoß seiner Transporte.
Über diese Problematik spricht unser Host Boris Felgendreher in der heutigen Folge des BVL Podcasts mit Prof. Dr.Ing. Payam Dehdari. Payam ist Professor für umweltorientierte Logistik an der Hochschule für Technik in Stuttgart.
Unter anderem geht es um folgende Themen:
Warum das Thema CO2-Management in der Logistikbranche aktuell so wichtig ist und was die Treiber hinter dieser Entwicklung sind
2023-09-0644 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastThe Longest Road We Will Ever Travel Is From Our Mind To Our HeartThe longest road we can take as humans is from our minds to our hearts. Everything we operate from is mainly from our mind complex. From the masses trying to survive their hardship to wondering what to do next, we have a primed nervous system on over-drive while our entire reality is stuck in the space between our heads. Many of us (me included) can find ourselves physically there but mentally gone. You're in outer space. This distortion causes us to lose touch with our innate POWER: LOVE.When we lose tou...2023-08-2819 min
AUIS PodcastPayamIn this episode of the AUIS Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Payam, a recent engineering graduate from the American University of Iraq Sulaimani (AUIS) and the former president of the university's linguistics club. Payam has taken an intriguing career path, as she is now a part of AUIS' Communications Department. Join us as we delve into Payam's experiences and insights, discussing how her background in linguistics and engineering provides a unique perspective in her current role. Tune in to find out more about this brilliant story!2023-08-2351 min
Chronic Pain Rewired with Posture Monster JonProcessing Pain and Trauma with PayamAs you probably know by now, the techniques I use for tackling chronic pain with psychedelics revolve mostly around combining this experience with posture therapy. And while I see great results with my techniques, they are by no means the only way to target pain using psychedelics. There are most certainly other ways to go about it, and in this episode I had the pleasure of talking with someone who does just that. When it comes to pain that is firmly rooted in emotional trauma, the techniques we discuss here might be even better suited for the task than...2023-08-041h 31The InfiniteYouniverse Podcast2 Ways God/Universe Speaks To YOUIn this episode, we discuss two main ways the universe/God speaks to you.We discover how synchronistic numbers play a role and the messages they can bring, as well as how the higher web of intelligence can send intentional messages to us THROUGH other people. Everything around us is the creation of an internal dialogue inside our minds. We can start to learn how to mute out the noise and tune into the frequency of God/Universe. This is our 10th episode together! Thank you so much for being on t...2023-08-0129 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastValue Systems - How to Navigate Past FOMO & Build a Better LifeIn this episode, we delve into various daily choices that embody unique value characteristics. These choices can serve as our guiding light or true north, should we choose to adopt them.In our pursuit of building a fulfilling life, we often face distractions and temptations that offer temporary relief but do not align with our true desires and values. These distractions can include vacations, partying, and promiscuity, but they lack intrinsic value in pursuing our genuine aspirations.With love,Payam | TheInfiniteYOUniverseSupport the show2023-05-2316 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastDo You REALLY Love Yourself? (Probably Not)This episode (recorded 2 weeks before upload) uncovers the notion of "self-love" and what we've been taught to believe it is and isn't. Self Love is often taught by society as taking an action (or consistent) action that deviates AWAY from our greatest potential. The unfortunate thing is that once we allow mediocre thinking to infect us, we start to deviate away from OUR truth and OUR SELF-LOVE a small degree at a time, and by the time we know it, we've entrapped ourselves in a life that we seek to escape daily. I'm here to te...2023-05-1815 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastDoors of Polarity - Universal Truth of YinYangIn this episode, we uncover the brilliant wisdom represented to us when we look at the YinYang symbol and how we can carry out its wisdom with us in our everyday lives. Our world is not black and white. Our world runs with so much artistry and machinery "in the backgrounds of our lives" that we often look past and don't even know it's there. In this episode, we uncover what happens when doors close before us and what that means when we look at it from an abundant mindset with the law of polarity as...2023-05-0116 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastYou are the Common DenominatorIn this episode, we unpack the principle of self-accountability and how being accountable for our trials and tribulations can help pave the way to growth in every aspect of our lives. When we allow the fingers of judgment to point at us instead of another, we begin to free ourselves from our own self-created and limited conditioning that we have forged over the years growing up in a society that subtly and bluntly teaches us to disregard self-accountability but instead cast judgement and blame on others as it's much easier to do so (at least in its t...2023-04-2422 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastFollowing the BreadCrumbs of Life - A Payam Riazi PhilosophyOur actions are rooted in the energetic code/footprint of either fear or love. Every choice we make in our daily lives has this encoded energetically. In this episode, we uncover how to tap into our intuition and listen to the universe's magic. Our day-to-day reality is filled with inspiration, magic and play; we must put ourselves in its vibrational accord to notice it. As we go about our lives, we are often gifted an innate internal "whisper," a "breadcrumb" that comes from our soul for us to follow. Unfortunately, most of us are...2023-04-1826 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastOh, Human - Poem Series & ReflectionIn this episode, we explore a piece of artistry that I wrote which highlights the shared theme of all of human existence, which is to learn how to love ourselves. From my perspective, we either act on love or fear. Whatever actions we take in our daily lives carry an energetic footprint, its DNA, of either love or fear energy. Therefore, as we all go about our daily lives, our own stories, I see it from the fundamental string that connects us all: how we all innately want to be and feel love. We won...2023-04-1010 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastWhat & Who Is God? Who Am I?In this episode of The InfiniteYOUniverse Podcast, we uncover the mystic and wonder who we are in our truth. We discuss how God, the universal light and energy of all things and beings, is within us. It is the underlying force of creation that brings us all to unity. We uncover the miracle and utter beauty of what it means to be alive and how we can start to be more mindful and grateful to have God given us the ability to wake up today. Thank you for listening.PayamSupport the show2023-03-2917 minThe InfiniteYouniverse PodcastWelcome to The InfiniteYOUniverse Podcast!Welcome to The InfiniteYouniverse Podcast. I'm your host, Payam Riazi. I created this show to share my message and wisdom with this new and growing community. Our motto here is to be a light for change. Like a lighthouse, if we can illuminate the light of our best, highest self, we can bend and alter the fabric of our reality and create profound experiences in our external world by creating a shift from within first. We explore how we operate and honour our individuality as...2023-03-2106 min
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive ParentHow to Support Restful Sleep Without Side Effects Using Homeopathy with Dr Payam Hakimi from BoironIs your child struggling with sleep? You’re not alone. In this empowering episode, Dr Elana interviews integrative physician Dr Payam Hakimi about how homeopathy can be a game changer for improving sleep in both kids and adults. You’ll learn why melatonin may not be as safe as it seems, especially for growing children, and how homeopathy offers a safer, gentler alternative without side effects or dependency. Dr Hakimi brings decades of clinical experience and a deep respect for both conventional and holistic medicine to this discussion, helping parents understand exactly how to use homeopathic remedies to s...2023-01-3140 min
Just Another Mindset PodcastPayam: Sacred Medicine, Societal Trauma and lowering our shields of protection | #043In this episode, you will learn about Internal Family Systems and Sacred Medicines. We talk about the expectations that the current society places on us and how those expectations elicit and catalyse our trauma. You will get a clear understanding of intergenerational and intercultural trauma and you will learn which quick fix solutions definitely do not work. We talk about external validation, workshop hoppers and what you must be aware of before embarking on the journey of healing. Payam shares with us which sacred medicines he is using to help seekers and why he choses to use these specific ones...2022-11-081h 51
Evrim Sümer | Laylu ve BenBade & Payam Işık: Bir ergen ile annesinin gözünden beyin göçüSend us a textBu bölümdeki konuklarım birilerine göre çok “süfli.” Kendilerine bambaşka bir ülkede sıfırdan bir hayat kurdular. Hedefleri de bildiğim kadarıyla daha çok konsere gitmek, daha iyi bir telefon veya araba kullanmak değildi. Sekiz yaşındaki kızlarına güvenli, güzel bir gelecek sunmaktı birincil sebepleri. Diğerleri ise malum; Türkiye’nin ekonomik ve siyasi gidişatı. Yani, bana sorsanız süfli dışında her şey, hatta ulvi.Evet, konumuz aile boyu beyin göçü. Payam-Burak ve Bade Işık’tan oluşan bu çekirdek aile 2017’de Anka...2022-09-2935 min
Modern Persian FoodConnecting with Culture with Payam BanifazSpecial guest actor/comedian Payam Banifaz joins Beata and Bita on the podcast to talk about Persian food, favorite LA restaurants, and building community within the Iranian-American community. Payam confides he was a picky eater growing up, and shares the dish he dislikes the most! Find Payam on Instagram at: Payam Banifaz (@pbani) Restaurants Referenced: Sadaf in Encino Raffi’s in Glendale All Modern Persian Food podcast episodes can be found at: Episodes Co-host Beata Nazem Kelley blog: BeatsEats – Persian Girl Desperat...2022-09-1429 min
The One Inside: An Internal Family Systems (IFS) podcastIFS and Relationship with Sacred Psychedelic Medicines with PayamOn today's episode I chat with Payam, a Psychedelic Somatic Internal Family Systems Practitioner who interfaces with various traditional and non-traditional psychedelic compounds in the treatment of trauma and chronic pain. He collaborates internationally with world-renowned doctors and therapists in the treatment of an underserved population. Additionally, he has presented his work at numerous medical conferences reporting on the nature of pain through the unitary Mind-Body paradigm while also demonstrating how to alleviate pain at the intersection of traditional shamanic psychedelic medicines and Western evidence-based practices. His work factors in the biopsychosocial and spiritual elements of...2022-06-0356 min
Health InterruptedEpisode 12: Dr. Payam Hakimi And Shiva Hakimi: The Shift To Functional Medicine For A Body Of HarmonyWelcome to Health Interrupted hosted by Celebrity Personal Trainer, Gina Lombardi and Former Miss America, Laura Kaeppeler. Today’s guests are Dr. Payam Hakimi and Shiva Hakimi. A Board Certified, award winning, Family Physician, Dr. Payam Hakimi has had diverse medical training and has combined his knowledge of medicine with specialized alternative medical modalities to create an integrative and comprehensive medical practice. He is currently the Medical Director of Body of Harmony in Beverly Hills, CA. as well as in Miami, Florida. Body of Harmony offers Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine, Anti-Aging Medicine, Clinical Homeopathy, Osteopathic Ma...2021-04-2857 min
OZ Whitehead FiresidesBusiness and Economy, the need for a new framework , a fireside Chat with Payam ZamaniA conversation with Payam Zamani. He will share his personal journey growing up in Iran, escaping Iran as a teenage refugee, settling in the U.S. and his entrepreneurial experiences. The business world is in a dire need of a new framework, one that is based not solely on the maximization of wealth and profits but rather a framework that considers the positive impact businesses can have on communities and the betterment of the world. Is there a framework offered by the Baha'i Faith? Are there elements of a spiritual approach shared in the Writings that can be our guide?
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OZ Whitehead FiresidesPayam Akhavan presents "The One World Virus : Pandemics Solidarity & Social Imagination"Payam Akhavan has encountered the grim realities of contemporary genocide throughout his life and career. He argues that deceptive utopias, political cynicism, and public apathy have given rise to major human rights abuses: from the religious persecution of Iranian Bahá’ís that shaped his personal life, to the horrors of ethnic cleansing in Yugoslavia, the genocide in Rwanda, and the rise of contemporary phenomena such as the Islamic State. In the context of the current pandemic, Payam Akhavan will share examples of the inspiring resilience of the human spirit in times of suffering and how embracing the reality of our inex...2020-12-2439 min
The JOMOcast with Christina Crook7: The Joy of Missing Out on Hustle, with Payam Shalchian and Jessica BrunetteThis season we are talking about the two elements of Joy: Well-being and Success. Success is the achievement of goals, whatever they are. Well-being is having a positive relationship with our abilities and our limits, whatever they are. We need to miss out on some things to get there. Some beliefs. Some habits. Some hustle. All the FOMO. DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT | A Fireside Special This week, we’re releasing two special JOMOcast episodes with guests from Fireside Conference: an offline conference for techies. Meet Jessica Brunette and Payam Shalchian. Payam, a former management consultant working 70-hour weeks, had little time for th...2019-09-1853 min
Sharpen Your Sword5. Blind Optimism & Failing Forward with Payam BiparWhen I think about dudes who have a clear vision, values and a rock solid mindset, Payam Bipar is one of the first that comes to mind. He’s one of the most insightful and knowledge dropping dudes that I’ve had the pleasure of connecting with, and the man is only 22 years old. That’s not to taking anything away from anyone in that age bracket, but for his age, he has already been through a ton whether it’s been on the business side of things, or just life in general. He’s unapologet...2019-09-021h 03
The Virah Payam Show20. Are t@b00 k1nks ethical?The next few episodes are going to be a series on k1nk and the ethics around indulging in more "tab00" fantasies. Part one is an intro to consent and k1nk: what it is, what it is NOT and dispelling some common myths and misconceptions. With k1nk and SM being the "trendy" new thing, I think it's important to talk about what these practices actually look like in real life. As much as I love indulging these kinds of fantasies in my chat room on Ch@turbat3, I feel like it's also important to talk about the...2019-07-2538 minThe Virah Payam Show19. What race am I?Whether on cam or in my real life, I get asked this question A LOT (like to a degree that, it honestly makes me really uncomfortable). So I decided to make an episode dedicated to answering this question, my personal experience with it, and why I personally don't like to talk about it.I want to make it perfectly clear, that I am not speaking for any other group or individuals. I am only speaking for myself and my personal preferences around my racial monikers. This video is about my personal experience with race, culture and how...2019-03-0237 minThe Virah Payam Show18. HopeEven for the most positive people, hope can sometimes be hard to come by. What brings one person hope, may not work for another. Some days we are filled with love and inspiration, and other times we're hard pressed to find anything besides doubt and despair. So this episode is about all the things that bring me hope and keep me striving, even when it's dark and I can't quite see where I'm going. This episode was recorded right before I left on holiday, so you can hear me stamping and gluing all of your holiday cards in the...2019-01-0637 minThe Virah Payam Show17. Tis the seasonThis is a really great episode for anyone who struggles with depression or knows someone who does. There is a lot of pressure around the holidays to be joyful and put on a happy face, but not everyone feels the "holiday cheer." In this episode I talk about my personal experience with seasonal depression and the things I do that help keep me steady grinding through the chilly winter months. One of the major things I do is focus on compassion and gratitude. I put this into practice by making holiday cards for all of my fans, friends and family...2018-12-0451 minThe Virah Payam Show16. Sobering upGetting sober was a real turning point in my life and has played a large role in keeping me in my integrity. In this episode I talk about drug and alcohol addiction, specifically, my own. Similar to the episode "Overcoming Anxiety and Fear," I felt like it was important to talk about. Whether you yourself struggle with substance abuse, or you know someone else who is struggling, it's important to know you're not alone.
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2018-09-2630 minThe Virah Payam Show15. Overcoming anxiety and fearWe all have hurdles to overcome in our path to success and happiness. Regardless of what they are, what matters is that we show up and find ways to work around them. Sometimes we're successful and sometimes we might fall short of the mark, but nothing is worse than not trying. The worst thing we can do is nothing at all. In this episode I talk candidly about what it means to live with and move through severe anxiety and fear. I hesitated to talk about this because while it does affect all aspects of my life, including my...2018-09-2022 minThe Virah Payam ShowSW ethicsThis episode is about my ethics as an adult entertainer and a SW. The adult entertainment industry has a reputation for being exploitative and a destructive force in people's lives. As an adult entertainer, I wanted to give my perspective on the industry and what I think the pro's and con's are.
Every system or industry can be a force for good or for evil. The difference is in how it is set up, what the rules are and how we are playing the game. The adult entertainment industry and SW in general are large umbrella terms...2018-09-1338 minThe Virah Payam Show13. Identity and IntegrityThe more I talk about ethics, the more I understand what my goals are. My goal for this podcast isn't to tell people what to do, but to encourage everyone toward greater self reflection. This episode is about the connection between identity and integrity. There is no "one size fits all" set of ethics that is going to work for everyone in every situation. However, I think taking a beat in difficult moments to pause and reflect can really make a difference in the decisions we make and how we choose to conduct ourselves.
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2018-08-1847 minThe Virah Payam Show11. Broken TrustNot everything that's broken can be fixed.
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2018-07-1719 minThe Virah Payam Show10. Owning your shitThis is mine and it's gonna get ugly...
**This podcast was originally titled KW1S, or The Kinky Wild1 Show. My Patreon fans suggested renaming it The Virah Payam Show to make my branding more cohesive. The name officially changes around episode 10**
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2018-02-1746 min