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Curated Advice on Better Living

By Khaled Soltan

A podcast by Khaled Soltan. Features unique guests from all walks of life living in Qatar. A space for growth by reflecting on different perspectives and experiences.
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#26: It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle - Ali El Dali

Curated Advice on Better LivingJun 25, 2022

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#30: Creative Passion, Navigating Difficult Client’s - Johnatan Machado
Nov 19, 202201:07:08
#29: Space Exploration: Evidence of Life Beyond Earth? What planet will Humans Live on? - Dr. James Green (NASA)
Oct 05, 202237:40
#28: Autism: How One Mother Turned Struggle into Positive Impact - Hasna Nada
Sep 10, 202250:56
#27: Artist Management & Casting: Reflecting on 14 Years (Valuable Advice!) - Shahd Ahmed (@thisisshoosh)

#27: Artist Management & Casting: Reflecting on 14 Years (Valuable Advice!) - Shahd Ahmed (@thisisshoosh)

Shahd Ahmed, also known as @thisisshoosh on social media, has over 14 years of experience in events and production in the UAE and Qatar for some of the biggest brands. It would be too long to list them. She recently started The Abstract Agency and was the casting director for the official FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 TV commercial and was part of the first and second edition of Qatar Creates. 

In this episode, Shahd is candid about her journey, the challenges, and everything in between. From models fainting last minute at fashion shows to the challenge of being a woman in this male-dominated industry and the importance for social media personalities to take more responsibility when sharing content, Shahd shares her highlights along with the lessons learned along the way. If you want to support the podcast, please leave a review! Don't forget to subscribe and hit that notification bell to stay updated on new episodes. 


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Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com 


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/   

Aug 06, 202201:01:25
#26: It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle - Ali El Dali
Jun 25, 202248:02
#25: Power of Thoughts: Psychosomatic Theory Explained - Ali El Dali
Jun 10, 202246:07
#24: Important Mindset Shift for Creatives with Hard Rock Band Winterburn - Naser Mestarihi
May 28, 202247:49
#23: How the Modern Music Industry Actually Works (Truth!) with Hard Rock Band Winterburn - Naser Mestarihi
May 14, 202201:20:05
#22: I Taught a Workshop on How to Start Your Own Podcast (Take Notes!) - Solo Episode

#22: I Taught a Workshop on How to Start Your Own Podcast (Take Notes!) - Solo Episode

I taught a two-day workshop titled 'How to Start a Podcast: Finding Your Voice' as part of Tasmeem Doha 2022: Radical Futures at Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar. This was my first time sharing my craft and passion with a group. I usually consult or help people on a one-to-one basis, and let me tell you, this workshop was at full capacity! So many talented people showed up wanting to learn how they could start their podcast. In this episode, I share advice on how you can develop your idea and then launch your podcast. It all begins with asking yourself the right questions, which help you through the creative process. There's also a bonus; I play the unreleased improvised podcast we did during our second session. This is unedited, and you will notice the volume changing at times and different speakers hoping on. The idea behind this was to get them to engage with the technology and to make it a lot less intimidating. Most importantly, have fun! Thank you, Michael Hersrud and Fae Siddiqui, for assisting with the workshop, and a massive shoutout to those who attended: Al-Anood Al-Thani, Azza Alawad, Rand Assad, Christopher Fink, Gabriela Prince Gonçalves, Dila Hayati, Sherin Karawia, Sara Nabet, Maha Nasr, Rawan Odeh, Ayza Sheikh, Malaika Jenine Tayach. If you want to support the podcast, consider sharing it with a friend! Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on a new episode.
Contact:
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/
Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com
Relevant Links:
radicalfutures.qatar.vcu.edu/contributors/khaled-soltan/
Apr 30, 202235:20
#21: Selling Planes to the World & Valuable Life Advice - Cristiano Carvalho
Apr 14, 202250:39
#20: Being an Actor on a TV Show (About Cinema/عن السينما). Why Men Struggle to Express Emotions? - Abood
Mar 31, 202201:08:17
#19: Metaverse, NFTs & Blockchain. What Does the Future Look Like? - Wasim Ahmed
Mar 17, 202201:06:43
#18: Nightmare in Somalia: Surviving a Bombing, Driving Through Red Zone & Pirates? - Buzaki Hayir
Mar 03, 202247:48
#17: Downside of Mainstream Education & How Can We Rethink School? (Synthesis by Elon Musk & Scandinavian Model) - Kim Wyatt (Mama Baba Ganoush)
Feb 24, 202201:01:58
#16: Tough Times in Kosovo, Being an Actress & Importance of 'Besa' for Albanians? - Gentë Retkoceri
Feb 17, 202259:49
#15: I Hate my 9-5! How to Become a Digital Nomad? - Aida Al Barwani
Feb 10, 202201:07:22
#14: Wild Dirt-bike Adventures & Teacher's Perspective on What this Young Generation is Like? - Michael Anderson
Feb 03, 202201:07:50
#13: I Lost Momentum, How Do I Get it Back? (12 Simple Ways) & Funny Stories
Jan 27, 202224:07
#12: Friend Circle is Getting Smaller, Law of Attraction & Letting People Go - Moby Buhmaid

#12: Friend Circle is Getting Smaller, Law of Attraction & Letting People Go - Moby Buhmaid

We're back again with my friend Moby Buhmaid a Qatari actor/screenwriter who was on episode one of this podcast. This was also recorded at his farm the same day I got COVID for a second time. We caught up on how things are going with his web series. He's currently in the casting process. Moby discusses lessons from one of the most influential books on the law of attraction - The Game of Life and How to Play It (1925) by Florence Scovel Shinn. We get into more honest truth on the difficulty of pursuing creative work and the importance of developing a thick skin. In fact, moving into 2022, Moby wants to focus on becoming less reactive to the external things around him and being ok with letting people go. Why has Moby attracted many toxic friendships in his life? He details past experiences with narcissism, gaslighting, and manipulation. I haven't seen the new Netflix film Don't Look Up (2021), but Moby thinks it's a perfect reflection of the world we live in.   The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own. The podcast is a space for open dialogue and a variety of perspectives. If you want to support the podcast, please consider sharing it! Don’t forget to subscribe for more free content. Contact:   Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/  Relevant Links: https://www.amazon.com/Game-Life-Play-Prosperity-Classic/dp/0875162576/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=The+Game+of+Life+and+How+to+Play+It&qid=1642848282&sr=8-2 https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/dont_look_up_2021
Jan 22, 202201:09:55
#11: Benefits of Journaling, Different Approaches & How to Start (Complete Guide!)

#11: Benefits of Journaling, Different Approaches & How to Start (Complete Guide!)

This episode is different than the usual format. It's a solo episode and a complete guide on one of the easiest, cheapest, and most versatile self-help tools you can do, which is the art of journaling. There is a lot of confusion and hesitation when it comes to people not knowing how to approach this simple habit. I'll clear all of that in this episode. I highly recommend journaling to everyone I know, and I have been doing it for years because it continues to improve my life drastically. In this episode, I get into the benefits of journaling, the different approaches, going in with the right mindset, and everything you need to know to get you started. One of the things I covered in the approaches section of the episode is morning pages from Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. I also look at Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and a stoic philosopher whose work is still admired by many today. We talk about the night journal, something many therapists often recommend for people struggling to sleep due to overthinking and anxiety. I also touch on Dr. Jordan Peterson's Self-Authoring Program, an online structured program that has helped me tremendously. All that and more on this episode! If you found value, please rate the show and share it with someone who might also benefit. Good luck! 

Contact:

Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/

Relevant Links:

https://www.selfauthoring.com

https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-Morning-Pagess-Journal/dp/B009NFYBXU?tag=dailystoic07-20&geniuslink=true

https://highexistence.com/journal-marcus-aurelius/

https://www.developgoodhabits.com/start-journaling/

https://www.healthline.com/health/best-guided-journals#how-people-use-it

https://dailystoic.com/the-most-important-ritual-you-can-practice-this-year/

https://dailystoic.com/stoic-art-of-journaling/

https://www.amazon.com/Meditations-New-Translation-Marcus-Aurelius/dp/0812968255/ref=pd_sbs_3/137-4564757-4752659?pd_rd_w=62ujQ&pf_rd_p=3676f086-9496-4fd7-8490-77cf7f43f846&pf_rd_r=FF0SM2F8NWDTQ8SGMZYH&pd_rd_r=24aea2e6-4242-4b3d-9ada-51c48973df42&pd_rd_wg=GIfmn&pd_rd_i=0812968255&psc=1

Jan 13, 202217:52
#10: Climate Activist Responds to Episode 7: Climate Change Denial is an Existential Threat - Neeshad Shafi

#10: Climate Activist Responds to Episode 7: Climate Change Denial is an Existential Threat - Neeshad Shafi

Neeshad Shafi is a climate activist considered one of the 'World 100 Most Influential People in Climate Policy' by Apolitical. He's also the Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Arab Youth Climate Movement, the first registered non-profit association focusing on climate change in Qatar. This conversation is a response to the claims made by Mikhail Tretyak on episode #7, and Neeshad came prepared with an impressive list of counter-arguments. We begin with excessive carbon in the atmosphere and the link between abnormal weather events and the increasing rate of natural disasters. Then, we move on to the truth about afforestation efforts and Mikhail citing NASA satellite images to claim the world is getting greener. We unpack what it means for Qatar to host the first carbon-neutral FIFA World Cup in 2022. Can the climate fund help less developed countries transition to renewable energy? What is carbon capture, and is it a viable solution? What about the carbon credit system? And will millions of people die if we go net-zero? I asked Neeshad about his experience attending the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 21) when the historic Paris agreement was signed and Trump pulling the United States out of the agreement. He also touches on Mikhail's comments on Greta Thunberg and details when an African climate activist, Vanessa Nakate, was cropped out of an Associated Press picture. Neeshad urges more youth in the region to get involved and perhaps attend (COP 27), which will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, and (COP 28) in the United Arab Emirates. Finally, we end with the notion of individual shaming, suitability lifestyle as a trend, and how beach clean-ups send the wrong message.

The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own. The podcast is a space for open dialogue and a variety of perspectives. If you want to support the podcast, please consider sharing it! Don’t forget to subscribe for more free content.

Contact: 

Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/ 

Relevant Links: 

https://neeshad.com

https://www.aycmqatar.org

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is the United Nations body for assessing the science related to climate change. - https://www.ipcc.ch/

Climate Change: How Do We Know? https://climate.nasa.gov/evidence/

Global Climate change, Vital Signs https://climate.nasa.gov/

Tracing Big Oil’s PR war to delay action on climate change

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2021/09/oil-companies-discourage-climate-action-study-says/

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change https://unfccc.int/

Net Zero by 2050, A Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector https://www.iea.org/reports/net-zero-2050

Qatar targets 25% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 under climate plan https://www.reuters.com/business/cop/qatar-targets-25-cut-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-2030-climate-change-plan-2021-10-28/



Jan 06, 202201:04:16
#9: Mental Health: Getting a Dog, Powerlifting & Therapy. What Happened to Sit Down with Seth? - Ahmad Abbas (Seth)

#9: Mental Health: Getting a Dog, Powerlifting & Therapy. What Happened to Sit Down with Seth? - Ahmad Abbas (Seth)

Ahmad Abbas, also known as Seth, is one of the earliest podcasters in Qatar. He’s had several podcasts on Facebook, Soundcloud, but you might know him from Sit Down with Seth on YouTube. Since he’s my cousin and a fellow podcaster, expect a raw back and forth conversation. I ask him for a simple burger recommendation, which leads to a semi-tragic story about discovering his love for Five Guys in London. Bonnie, Seth’s puppy, was with us while recording this episode. From chewing my bag full of equipment to sleeping on the couch, it was nice to see how he's bringing Seth a ton of joy. What are the challenges of owning a dog? Who does he think shouldn’t own a one? We then discussed Sit Down with Seth: difficult interviews, his incredible team, financing, and why the show eventually came to a halt. Plus, a question from his buddy, Adnan Mryhij, the host of Unmuted Podcast on Twitch, got Seth deeply thinking - will he ever podcast again? He shares valuable advice for anyone wanting to podcast or create content. As I look back at this episode, the overall theme here was mental health, and I’m glad we had this conversation. There’s a stigma attached to mental health in the Middle East and seeking help. Seth leaves the listener with an important mental health message and why you should never suppress how you’re feeling. If you want to support the podcast, please consider sharing it! Don’t forget to subscribe for more free content. A new episode drops every Thursday.
Contact:
Email:
curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/
Relevant Links:
www.instagram.com/sitdownwithseth/
www.youtube.com/channel/UCENDu5qMFtD6DGNx-GwEOIA
www.instagram.com/force_sports/
www.instagram.com/unmutedshow/
www.betterhelp.com
Dec 30, 202153:05
#8: Intimacy & Sexuality Coach: Honest Relationship Advice & Why You Need a Pleasure Practice? - Anca Stefania Iorgulescu

#8: Intimacy & Sexuality Coach: Honest Relationship Advice & Why You Need a Pleasure Practice? - Anca Stefania Iorgulescu

Dec 23, 202101:06:49
#7: Fear & Loathing in China (Wild Story!), Why Greta Thunberg & Environmentalists Are Wrong? - Mikhail Tretyak

#7: Fear & Loathing in China (Wild Story!), Why Greta Thunberg & Environmentalists Are Wrong? - Mikhail Tretyak

Mikhail Tretyak is a Ukrainian-American working in one of the giant energy corporations. His career began at Universal Oil Products (UOP), traveling to different sites worldwide to investigate and troubleshoot technical issues. Our conversation starts with Mikhail’s experiences in China in the 90’s one of them being a gut-wrenching story of him helping a group of Russian women sold into human trafficking. Things take a turn when an unlikely encounter with Mike Chinoy, CNN’s Bureau Chief in Beijing, leads Mikhail to help arrange an interview with one of the girls in his hotel room. When the story aired on CNN, the Chinese authorities discovered Mikhail’s role, leading to a series of unfortunate events. We then move on to the climate debate, where Mikhail debunks many environmentalist talking points while criticizing the use of Greta Thunberg as a symbol for the movement.  The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own. The podcast is a space for open dialogue and a variety of perspectives.  If you want to support the podcast, please consider sharing it! Don’t forget to subscribe for more free content. A new episode drops every Thursday. Contact:  Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/ Relevant Links: https://www.amazon.com/Alchemy-Air-Jewish-Scientific-Discovery/dp/0307351793/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=alchemy+of+air&qid=1639644098&sr=8-1
Dec 16, 202101:17:28
#6: Radio Culture in Philippines, Dangers of Adult Film Industry, Scuba Diving - Dianne Matibag (DJ Chloe)

#6: Radio Culture in Philippines, Dangers of Adult Film Industry, Scuba Diving - Dianne Matibag (DJ Chloe)

Dianne Matibag (DJ Chloe) has worked as a radio host across several stations in the Philippines and Qatar, including Mellow 94.7fm, Wave 89.1fm, Qabayan 94.3fm, and now QBS 97.5fm - where we both met. This was a great conversation!  Dianne reflects on her beginnings and details the hazing culture that existed in the radio industry back then. Did you know radio is a big deal in the Philippines? So are podcasts; she hosts “Great Connections” with Podcast Network Asia, where she speaks to overseas Filipino workers about their experiences abroad. We weighed out the pros & cons of being signed to a podcast network. What was her most memorable live celebrity interview? Avril Lavigne, John Legend, Jessica Sanchez, the one I got fixated on, was Maria Ozawa, a pornstar who was prominent in Japan. From then on, the conversation took many bizarre turns. I chime in with a story about a rehabilitated arsonist in New Zealand to yet another Illuminati invitation (the first one was in episode #2). She shares her passion for scuba diving, and of course, sticking with the theme of the podcast, I had to ask Dianne for advice on “how to live a better life?” She had a whole list to offer; this is one you don’t want to miss.  Subscribe to the podcast for more! New episode drops every Thursday. If you’re on apple, support the show by giving us a review.  Contact: Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/ Relevant Links: https://www.instagram.com/djchloeonair/ https://open.spotify.com/show/3mFKNOJjsugPewoivIsbep
Dec 09, 202139:34
#5: Gastric Sleeve Surgery to Competing in CrossFit Competitions, What Losing his Father Taught Him? - Jassim Al-Shamali

#5: Gastric Sleeve Surgery to Competing in CrossFit Competitions, What Losing his Father Taught Him? - Jassim Al-Shamali

Jassim Al-Shamali is a CrossFit athlete whose inspirational story is well-known in the CrossFit community. We begin with a turning point in his struggle with weight loss. Still, before we could dig any deeper, we had to establish what defines an ‘influencer’ and whether he considers himself one? Then we get into the heavy stuff, where he details his experience going through a gastric sleeve surgery and then gaining the weight again. When he tried CrossFit, it changed his life. Years later, he began to compete all over the world. Jassim drops essential keys when it comes to a suitable approach to losing weight and how to keep it off. He was brave enough to open up about recently losing his father and the harsh lessons he’s learned along the way. Should we let go of all expectations?  Support the podcast, hit subscribe! Maybe tell a friend?  Here’s a timestamp for the episode: (00:44) - What is an influencer? Is he a CrossFit Influencer? (4:44) - Losing his father, lessons learned & the importance of a support circle. (11:55) - Consistency = Key to Success. Contact: Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/ Relevant Links: https://www.instagram.com/jassim.al.shamali/ https://www.crossfit.com
Dec 02, 202116:25
#4: Being a Radio Host (Truth!) Modern Dating: Why Relationships Fail? - Ahmed Shaheen

#4: Being a Radio Host (Truth!) Modern Dating: Why Relationships Fail? - Ahmed Shaheen

Ahmed Shaheen is a radio host based in Qatar. Ahmed tells us the truth on how he got started in radio at the age of 18, nearly a decade ago. He reflects on his beginnings, lessons learned, and the challenge of doing live on-air interviews with some guests. Do radio hosts put on a personality? I also asked him for the weirdest request he got from a listener and how his attempt to help backfired. The conversation shifts when I ask him about the political turmoil in Sudan. How does he identify as someone with a Sudanese background? African? Arab? Or both? This leads to a discussion on home and identity in the diaspora. He shares his experiences dating as a man in his 30’s and why he believes there’s a misunderstanding between men and women regarding modern relationships, particularly in societies like the Middle East.  Make sure you hit subscribe if you haven’t already! And maybe tell a friend :)  Here's a timestamp for the episode: (00:44) - Reflecting on nearly a decade in radio. (10:52) - Live on-air interviews with difficult guests. (14:27) - Weirdest request from a listener. (16:26) - What's happening in Sudan? Notion of home & identity in diaspora. (22:05) - Modern dating, gender roles, misunderstanding between men & women. Contact: Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/ Relevant Links: https://www.instagram.com/callme_shaheen/ https://www.amazon.com/Islam-Between-East-Alija-Izetbegovic/dp/0892591390 https://www.amazon.com/Amin-Maalouf/e/B000AP82XC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Nov 25, 202134:50
#3: Toxic Relationship to Lockdown, Journaling for Mental Health, Controversial Art & Cancel Culture - Abdulaziz Yousef Ahmed (Temsa7)

#3: Toxic Relationship to Lockdown, Journaling for Mental Health, Controversial Art & Cancel Culture - Abdulaziz Yousef Ahmed (Temsa7)

Abdulaziz Yousef Ahmed (Temsa7) is a well known artist in Qatar. I interviewed him for the radio back in 2020, but this time we go way deeper.  Temsa7 details an embarrassing public breakup then having to go straight into lockdown, forcing him on a journey of emotional healing and self-discovery. We get into the idea of shame as a manipulation tool in many Arab societies. He details his flourishing art career and some of his exciting up-incoming projects, including an aqua sports resort in Fuwayrit, Qatar. We take deep dive deep into the benefits of journaling for mental health, a habit we both swear by from the book (The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron). Finally, he shares his most controversial work inspired by the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and how he was almost canceled for it - you don't want to miss this.  If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe for more!   Contact:  Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/  Relevant Links:  https://www.instagram.com/temsa7comics/?hl=en  https://www.jordanbpeterson.com  https://www.theartistswaybook.com  https://www.eltonjohn.com/stories/300-rocket-hour  Here's a timestamp for the episode:  (1:27) - Coming out of a toxic relationship & into the pandemic.  (7:03) - The notion of shame in Arab society.  (10:08) - Art career & up-incoming projects.  (14:02) - Benefits of journaling & how to get started.  (19:19) - Controversial artwork & attempts to canceled him for it. 
Nov 18, 202126:01
#2: Growing up in Trinidad, Gustave Le Bon on Crowd Psychology & Climate Debate - Chris Thomas

#2: Growing up in Trinidad, Gustave Le Bon on Crowd Psychology & Climate Debate - Chris Thomas

Chris Thomas is an energy expert working in the gas industry. He details what it was like growing up in Trinidad and his experiences at an all-boys school. We discuss the British vs American school system and how one of them builds confidence while the other destroys it. Chris shares insights from one of the most influential books on crowd psychology (The Crowd by Gustave Le Bon). Chris describes his journey to the energy sector and Trinidad's oil & gas economy, which sparks thought-provoking conversation on the climate debate. If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe for more! Contact: Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/ Relevant Links: https://www.amazon.com/Crowd-Gustave-Lebon/dp/1515435911 https://www.searchanddiscovery.com/pdfz/documents/2016/70231archie/ndx_archie.pdf.html https://diggingforgoldintrinidadandtobago.wordpress.com/world-war-i-and-ii-on-trinidads-oil-industry/ Here's a timestamp for the episode: (1:24) -  What it was like going to an all-boys school in Trinidad? (6:10) - British vs American school system - which one destroys confidence? (8:43) - Gustave Le Bon on Crowd Psychology - did Donald Trump read it?  (14:50) - Trinidad's energy economy - how Chris got started? (19:36) - Climate debate - things they don't tell you. (28:24) - Illuminati scam - who would this work on?

Nov 11, 202130:43
#1: Creative Process, Hollywood as an Arab, Jocelyn Mitchell Scandal - Moby Buhmaid

#1: Creative Process, Hollywood as an Arab, Jocelyn Mitchell Scandal - Moby Buhmaid

Mohammed 'Moby' Buhmaid is a Qatari actor/screenwriter and a longtime friend. We recorded this episode at Moby's family farm, since he's moved back from LA he spends much of his time alone working on his new web series. We get into the reality of pursuing creative work, and the unrealistic expectations people have when first starting out.  While trying to make it in Hollywood, Moby was offered a role to play a terrorist - this sparks a conversation on the portrayal of Arabs and Muslims in cinema.  Finally, we discuss the Jocelyn Mitchell incident at Northwestern University in Qatar and how it inspired one of his characters. If you enjoy the podcast, subscribe for more! Contact: Email: curatedadviceonbetterliving@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekhaledsoltan/Relevant Links:https://www.headspace.com/headspace-meditation-apphttps://www.dohanews.co/breaking-professor-jocelyn-mitchell-withdraws-from-research-project/Here's a timestamp for the episode: (0:00) - Creative process & does environment influence writing? (7:49) - Moby's experiences as an actor in Hollywood. (13:23) - Meditation - how to get started?(15:36) - Jocelyn Mitchell Scandal at Northwestern University in Qatar.

Nov 05, 202119:58