Beyond the Present Podcast

Beyond the Present Podcast

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Beyond the Present Podcast episodes

  • #19-People & Personalities

    Have you ever had one of those moments when you were not quite sure who you were and what your inherent talents, strengths, and weaknesses were? If so then don’t worry because discovering our personalities has always been one of our biggest concerns as a species and in this episode of Beyond the Present podcast Danny and Poujix join Floriana an expert in the fields of psychology, psychiatry, and neuroscience to discuss the issue of personality.


    What are the common methods of measuring one’s personality? Do such methods accurately represent one’s emotional makeup? Is personality fixed or can it be changed? How can we develop certain aspects of our personality and get rid of some of the negative ones?

    The aforementioned are but a very small number of questions and themes addressed in this episode of BTP podcast and since we all do have a personality then we all could benefit from a deeper understanding of what guides our emotional inclinations and this episode is designed to do just that so don’t miss it out! 

    42 min
  • Let's Talk: Learning

    The hallmark of all exceptional individuals is that they have learned a lot of different skills and abilities which allow them to get results in life; however, the biggest of all challenges is learning how to learn! 


    In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the various aspects of effective learning by not only categorizing people into three distinct groups of learners (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic) but also providing unique tips for learning in different situations.

    This program is meant for the ambitious individuals out there who understand that in order to earn more they have to learn more and that the ability to boost one’s efficacy in learning is indeed the best of all investments, you will surely enjoy this program and learn a lot from it!

    42 min
  • Let’s Talk: Learning

    The hallmark of all exceptional individuals is that they have learned a lot of different skills and abilities which allow them to get results in life; however, the biggest of all challenges is learning how to learn! 

    In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the various aspects of effective learning by not only categorizing people into three distinct groups of learners (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic) but also providing unique tips for learning in different situations.

    This program is meant for the ambitious individuals out there who understand that in order to earn more they have to learn more and that the ability to boost one’s efficacy in learning is indeed the best of all investments, you will surely enjoy this program and learn a lot from it!

    42 min
  • #18-How to connect with people on the first meeting

    Regardless of what profession or background you come from, networking and meeting new people is an essential part of everyone’s life and in this episode of Beyond the Present podcast Danny and Poujix join Ishaan to discuss the magic of making a good first impression!


    Why is meeting and networking so essential? What are the best ways to meet new people? How does making a good first impression differ on dates from doing so in professional networking? Do first impressions last or can we later correct an otherwise poor first impression?

    These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of BTP podcast. Making a good first impression when meeting others for the first time will have a far more significant impact on your social success than any other perceivable factor and if you want to know more about the art of making friends and influencing people then this episode is right for you! 

    38 min
  • Let's Talk: The Art of Not Giving a ****

    When it comes to the notion of happiness there are many different and often contradictory approaches but ultimately all of them could be categorized in two major groups: acquiring happiness by changing our perception of reality vs acquiring happiness by changing the circumstances that lead to a better life experience!


    In this program as a part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life by Mark Manson that seems to offer a unique solution to attaining happiness that cannot be fully placed in either of the aforementioned categories. 

    As one of the best selling titles of this year this book has dramatically affected the perspectives of its readers worldwide and regardless of how happy or unhappy you may be at the present moment, grasping the major points offered in this book can indeed lead to experiencing a higher level of contentment in your life.

    41 min
  • Let’s Talk: The Art of Not Giving a ****

    When it comes to the notion of happiness there are many different and often contradictory approaches but ultimately all of them could be categorized in two major groups: acquiring happiness by changing our perception of reality vs acquiring happiness by changing the circumstances that lead to a better life experience!

    In this program as a part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life by Mark Manson that seems to offer a unique solution to attaining happiness that cannot be fully placed in either of the aforementioned categories. 

    As one of the best selling titles of this year this book has dramatically affected the perspectives of its readers worldwide and regardless of how happy or unhappy you may be at the present moment, grasping the major points offered in this book can indeed lead to experiencing a higher level of contentment in your life.

    41 min
  • #17-Back to School

    Some think of going to college as a step in life taken at the dawn of adulthood as a means of preparing one for entering the work force and once it is finished then the book of university is closed as one enters the real life with its endless responsibilities! But what if this step could be taken in reverse? Or taken multiple times?


    In the 17th episode of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix join Kenny to discuss all the reasons why someone might consider going back to school after having been out in the real world for years.

    What are the best reasons why someone might consider going back to college? What are the benefits that universities offer beside academic education? Which types of people should consider enrolling in a university course after having been in the work force for a while? 

    These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of BTP podcast. The undergraduate and graduate students all around the world are preparing themselves for the new academic year and if you are one of the aforementioned students or someone who has been considering going back to school for a while then this episode is definitely for you! 

    38 min
  • Let's Talk: Story telling on Dates

    Have you ever seen a couple on a date who seemed bored out of their mind? Worse yet, have you ever been on a date and suddenly ran out of things to say? This is a common problem that many people face with and that is predominantly due to the fact that men and women communicate differently with the same gender and when it comes to dates, both genders could face with many communication barriers that could prevent them from attracting the other party.


    In this program as a part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the art of storytelling that can make your date interesting and successful for both sides. 

    The best way to convey your personality to your potential partner is through story telling and if you are about to go on a first date then give this program a listen before you ruin yet another date by taking about logical nonsense that will not be interesting for your partner! 

    42 min
  • Let’s Talk: Story telling on Dates

    Have you ever seen a couple on a date who seemed bored out of their mind? Worse yet, have you ever been on a date and suddenly ran out of things to say? This is a common problem that many people face with and that is predominantly due to the fact that men and women communicate differently with the same gender and when it comes to dates, both genders could face with many communication barriers that could prevent them from attracting the other party.

    In this program as a part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the art of storytelling that can make your date interesting and successful for both sides. 

    The best way to convey your personality to your potential partner is through story telling and if you are about to go on a first date then give this program a listen before you ruin yet another date by taking about logical nonsense that will not be interesting for your partner! 

    42 min
  • Decentralized World & Blockchain

    Since the dawn of the 21 century technology has been responsible for democratizing many things that previously belonged to the elite but the rate of disruption caused by technology has never been as high as today as we are heading towards a world that is more decentralized than ever.


    In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix join Govind, an expert in the field of blockchain technology along with crypto currencies and encryption who in addition to many things is the founder of the startup Data X (www.datax.one), to discuss the way the decentralized world has touched our lives and how it will be  developed in the future.

    What is the blockchain technology and how does it lead to decentralization? What are the pros and cons of the decentralized world? How does decentralization democratize data transference and enhance privacy and security? Should you invest in bitcoins?

    These are but a small portion of the questions that are answered in this episode of BTP podcast and whether you are someone who could mistake blockchain for keychain or an experienced investor in crypto currencies you will find something useful in this program regarding a trend that is just getting started and will probably sweep our lives in the years to come! 

    37 min

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The main themes of BTP are success, leadership, education, futurism, technology, and foreign language education. The podcast includes various editions such as the standard episodic edition, Let’s Talk…