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The Senchy PodyChristopher Cayton: Education, Business, and the Future of AI | The Senchy Pody #13I was roommates with Chris while we were studying abroad in Rome, Italy. During our time there, I got to know him as a confident and energetic individual with a clear vision for his future. It was an incredible experience learning from him. In this episode, we discuss starting a business, politics, traveling, and much more.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
2:44 - Is College Necessary?
10:31 - Owning a Business and Entrepreneurship
19:44 - U.S. Politics
26:10 - Elon Musk, Electric Cars, and Other Cars
31:38 - Vision and Lifestyle
38:35 - Studying Abroad and Traveling
46:10 - Influencers and Social Media
52:15 - The...2024-12-131h 11
The Senchy PodyMalick Lo: Senegal, Sufism, and the Power of Language | The Senchy Pody #12I first met Malick when he arrived in the USA, as I was part of the welcome team for new international students. We later connected while playing soccer, where I discovered he’s a fantastic player. As we spent more time talking, I came to admire his deep passion and knowledge about languages, learning, and religion. I’ve learned so much from him, including during this episode. Together, we explore the Muridiyya movement, the history of Islam in West Africa, Jollof Rice, and much more.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:59 - Introduction/History of Senegal
11:17 - Importance of Our Own Language
15:56 - Wo...2024-11-251h 14
The Senchy PodyJunior Quaynor: Music, Brotherhood, and Exploring Geopolitics | The Senchy Pody #11I first got to know Junior through the classes we had together. He was always very positive and sharp, and I always felt he was very real. As I got to know him more, I found him to be a great person who is humble and has experienced a wide range of things and has learned a lot. In this episode, we talk about his journey into producing music, his relationship with his brother, geopolitics, and much more.
All credits for the intro and outro music go to Junior.
You can follow him on Instagram: @st.Rasheed
And SoundCloud...2024-11-221h 28
The Senchy PodyTamara Dávila: Activism, Culture, and the Struggle for Democracy in Nicaragua | The Senchy Pody #10Tamara Dávila joined our class, a few weeks ago, to speak about her activism and the current situation in Nicaragua, and I was immediately struck by her strength, positivity, and impactful work. She proudly identifies as a feminist and activist, titles that truly reflect who she is. I had the privilege of hosting her on my podcast, where we discussed the history and present state of Nicaragua, explored cultural differences (Latin America and USA), shared thoughts on books, and covered a variety of other topics.
Chapters:
0:00- Introduction
0:36- History of Nicaragua
17:32- Current Situation in Nicaragua
28:28- W...2024-10-241h 50
The Senchy PodyAshhad Abdullah : South Asia, Hapiness, Islam | The Senchy Pody #9Ashhad is a fellow international student who I met during my first days at college. Over time, we've shared great experiences, and I've learned a lot from him. I've also seen him grow in remarkable ways—he's kind, strong, and has a great sense of humor. In this conversation, we explore a variety of topics, from the history of South Asia to Psychedelic mushrooms and God.
Chapters:
0:00- Introduction
0:34- History of South Asia
8:06- Our Goverments and Countries
14:32- Pre & Post Colonial South Asia
23:08- Childhood in Pakistan & Nepal
28:04- Hinduism, Islam & Society
35:50 - Governance (Switzerland, Singapore)
39:31- Le...2024-10-111h 31
The Senchy PodyDr. Peter Erdi : Cybernetics, Lessons from Moana , Writing Books | TheSenchyPody #8Message from Dr. Erdi:
"I thank my former students Brad Flaugher, Elliot Paquette, Griffin
Drutchas, Jerrod Howlett, and Trevor Jones for establishing the Interdisciplinary Fund for Complex Systems Studies at Kalamazoo College"
Dr. Erdi is Henry R. Luce Professor of Complex Systems Studies at Kalamazoo College, and one of the most fascinating and unique professors I've had the privilege of learning from. His teachings are not only incredibly interesting but also highly relevant to human society, though often misunderstood by many. In this podcast, we explore a wide range of topics—from life in Hungary and complex systems to le...2024-06-011h 41
The Senchy PodyAly & Ashley: Love language, Teaching, Bullets Through Walls | TheSenchyPody #7
Aly is a person with a great heart—kind, sensitive, and loving. Ashley is strong, empathetic, and equally kind. Both of them are people who have enriched others and my college experience better. I have learned much from them, and being friends with them is a pleasure. In this long-overdue episode, we talk about everything, ranging from love languages and bullets going through walls to life back in their home countries, and much more.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:11 - Leaving
3:30 - Life in College
7:20 - Teaching
15:00 - Expectations
20:22 - Love Language?
27:45 - Spanish & English
30:00 - Intermission
32:00- American Dream?
41:50...2024-04-201h 29
The Senchy PodyShahriar Tafti : Something Vs Nothing, Neuroscience, Self-Reflection, Religion| The Senchy Pody #6
To me, Shahriar A. Tafti is a modern Renaissance man, blending a diverse array of interests such as yoga, neuroscience, psychology, and spirituality. To me, he is someone who has dedicated considerable time and effort to thoughtful reflection on his journey to becoming his best self. I have learned a lot from him and it is a pleasure being his friend. In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including eating pork, academia, handwriting, the philosophical question of why there is something instead of nothing, and much more.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:05- Spending Time
2:40- UAE
7:23...2024-04-152h 10
The Senchy PodyJacob Lynett: After College, Habits, Soccer, God | The Senchy Pody #5
Jacob is someone I've gotten to know over my years at college and has struck me as someone silent yet confident, wise, and hardworking. In this episode, we get to know each other better and talk about many things, including our views on work, sports, sleep habits, God, and much more.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:12- Passage of Time in College
2:30- Plans after Graduation
4:51- For Relaxation
5:41- Soccer + 'Normal Job'?
10:02- Habits
13:08- God?
17:40- Soccer + Other Sports
26:30- Transition in College + Burnout
30:15- Daily Routine/ Practices
37:10- Study Abroad (Italy) + Living
49:13- Back To Nepal + Cultural Differences
52:32...2024-04-091h 22
The Senchy PodySean: Pets, Addictions, Free Will and Art | The Senchy Pody #4Sean, to me, is someone who stands out in the best of ways. Not in the 'popular' way but in his own way. I had a great time talking with someone so wise and who appreciates the finer things in life: radio, theater, and Taco Bell.
Chapters:
Intro- 0:00
3:18- Weed
8:20- Free Will
11:49- Aquarium/ Zoos
14:09- Vegetarian
16:55- Pets
24:43- Pharmaceutical
33:00- Weed
36:53- AI
43:25- Philosophy
46:50- Intermission
49:32-Addictions
59:33- On Girls
1:06:40- Theater
1:13:00- Aliens and Art?
1:19:42- Immortality?
1:26:50- Fulbright
1:30:16- Tao Te Ching
1:32:54- Meditation2023-08-301h 36
The Senchy PodyCristian: Languages, Confidence, Ecuador and How to Cook | The Senchy Pody #3
Cristian is one of the coolest people I've had the pleasure of meeting. He has an amazingly unique way of looking at the world and expressing himself. In this episode, we talk about topics ranging from college, countries, Doritos, and dreams.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:41 - Time in College/ Getting to know people
3:20 - Advice for the past Cristian
5:17 - Overthinking
7:40 - Learning from Everyone?
9:04 - Ecuador and USA
10:29- Performing on Stage
12:20- Universities
14:00- Languages
18:08- Motivation for Learning Languages + Pick Up Line
23:02- Filler
24:22- Columbia + Mexico + Doritos
26:30- Coke
27:05- Opportunities + Living in the...2023-08-221h 12
The Senchy PodyBrian and May: Nature, Future, 'Bless You ?' and Governments | The Senchy Pody #2Brian and May are two very kind and cool people. They are wonderfully independent and insightful thinkers. In this episode with cohost Lelo, we discuss a wide range of topics, including nature, why we say 'bless you', globalism and much more.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:11 - Human Perception
2:58 - Concept Vs Reality
4:07 - The Mandela Effect
5:28 - Buddhist Mandala/ Similar Human Symbols
8:17 - Creation Vs Discovery
11:49 - 'Perfection' of Nature
14:45 - Nature in a vacuum?
22:09 - Observation...2023-06-112h 01
The Senchy PodyChilo: God, Kindness, Growth, and Girls | The Senchy Pody #1Chilotam Urama, also known as Chilo, is someone I deeply cherish and hold in high regard. Spending time with him is truly enjoyable. In this episode, he opens up and shares his experiences and insights.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - Standing Out
1:46 - Growth
3:21 - Growing Up/ Reading
8:37 - Values/ Christianity
14:27 - Kindness/ Own Standards
23:15 - Value Systems/ Subconscious
28:12 - Girls
35:58 - Relationships (USA | Nigeria)
42:50 - Maturity
43:18 - Friendships
49:06 - Message for the Future...2023-06-041h 12