Episode Summary: Have you ever dreamed of financial freedom—of living life entirely on your own terms? In this episode, we explore Naval Ravikant’s wisdom on money, success, and freedom by diving deep into The Almanack of Naval Ravikant. But this isn’t just about getting rich; it’s about shifting your mindset, finding work that feels like play, and understanding that true wealth isn’t just about numbers in a bank account—it’s about time, freedom, and meaning.

I also share my personal experiences witnessing extreme wealth—from Barcelona’s yachts to the extravagance of Dubai—and what they taught me about what truly matters. Let’s embark on this journey together, learning from one of the greatest minds on wealth.

Timestamps

[0:00] Introduction: A Personal Story About Wealth

[3:20] Realizing What Wealth Is Really About

[5:13] A Deep Dive in The Almanack Of Naval Ravikant's Wealth Formula

[52:20] Closing thoughts

Resources Mentioned:

1. Shoe Dog, Phil Knight
2. The Almanack Of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgenson
3. The Anthology of Balaji: A Guide to Technology, Truth, and Building the Future by Eric Jorgenson

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Episode Summary:

In this episode, I start with a personal story before diving deep into the four horsemen of chronic disease—the conditions most likely to shorten our lives: metabolic disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative disease. Inspired by Peter Attia’s Outlive, we explore what it truly takes to live a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

Timestamps:

[00:00] - My Personal Story & Why This Topic Matters

[12:41] - Medicine 1.0, 2.0, and the Rise of Medicine 3.0

[15:00]- Where Should We Begin: The Strategies

[26:46] - What Makes A Centenarian

[36:21] - The First Horseman: Metabolic Disease & Obesity

[43:05] - The Second Horseman: Cardiovascular disease

[48:38] - The Third Horseman: Cancer

[56:27]- Alzheimer’s: The Final Battle

[1:07:00] - Are All These Screenings & Treatments Really Worth It?

[1:11:47] - Final Thoughts & What’s Coming Next

Resources Mentioned:

• Outlive by Peter Attia
• Mortality by Christopher Hitchens

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Happy New Year !

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, we take a moment to reflect on the lessons, growth, and moments that shaped the last months of 2024. Together, we dive into timeless wisdom from Stephen Covey's "Begin with the End in Mind" and the revolutionary concept of the 12 Week Year, exploring how these ideas can help you approach 2025 with clarity, purpose, and momentum.

You'll discover how to reframe your year into actionable, impactful sprints and build a vision that fuels your drive. This isn’t just another reflection—it’s an invitation to step into your best self and start chasing your hero.

Timestamps:

• [00:00] Intro
• [02:35] How I started 2024
• [06:52] Matthew McConaughey: We shouldn’t just look for reasons why we fail—we also need to ask why we succeed
• [9:48] Stephen Covey’s Wisdom: How to begin with the end in mind and build a vision that drives you.
• [21:33] Reflecting on 2024: Lessons learned, growth experienced, and inspiration for the future.
• [29:25] Ali Abdaal's 5-steps Process to Actually Achieve our Goals in 2025
• [30:43] The 12 Week Year: Why redefining a year as 12 weeks can revolutionize your productivity.
• [45:25] Closing Thoughts: Gratitude, promises for the future, and wishing you a miracle-filled 2025.

Resources Mentioned:

1. Matthew McConaughey https://www.rev.com/transcripts/matthew-mcconaughey-motivational-speech-transcript
2. Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – A guide to living with purpose and intentionality.
3. Ali Abdaal Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WONRS7BLh4g&t=793s
4. Mo Gawdat's Solve for Happy
5. Brian P. Moran’s The 12 Week Year – A transformative system for achieving more in less time.

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Episode Summary: Love of the Country, Fame, and the Power of Criticism

In this episode of Chasing My Hero, we dive into ideas that will challenge the way you see the world—and yourself.

What does it mean to truly love your country? Is fame a blessing or a burden? And how can we use criticism, not as a weapon against us, but as a tool for growth?

Inspired by the wisdom of thinkers like Naval Ravikant and Charlie Munger, I unpack concepts that will leave you questioning your decisions, your ambitions, and the stories you’ve been telling yourself. We explore the courage it takes to expose your ideas to the world, the pain of rejection, and the unexpected beauty of seeing reality for what it truly is.

This isn’t just about decision-making or content creation—it’s about rewiring how you approach failure, criticism, and success.

If you’ve ever wondered how to align your deepest values with the actions you take every day, or how to embrace the uncomfortable truths that lead to real growth, this episode will resonate with you.

Tune in for a conversation that’s honest, inspiring, and maybe a little uncomfortable—but isn’t that where all great change begins?

Timestamps

[0:00] Intro – The power of community, Unity, and belonging

[5:10] Criticism And Fame

[17:05] Learning Critical thinking and Building Judgment

[48:35] Closing thoughts

Resources Mentioned

1. Amancio Ortega- Founders podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/founders/id1141877104?i=1000678682722
2. 11 Reasons Not to Become Famous (or “A Few Lessons Learned Since 2007 by Tim Ferris https://tim.blog/2020/02/02/reasons-to-not-become-famous/
3. Blog Post : https://www.prolificliving.com/the-moral-obligation-to-market-and-promote-your-brilliance/
4. Share Your Work By Austin Kleon
5. The Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgenson
6. Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
7. Charlie Munger (Referenced Quotes)

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In this episode of Chasing My Hero, I reflect on a pivotal moment in my journey—one where I faced failure, doubt, and the realization that maybe I hadn’t truly started the way I wanted to. I dive into the story of trying to build a business from scratch, the lessons learned from my animated medical YouTube channel, and the challenges of balancing creativity, ambition, and medical school.

From hiring my first collaborator—who quit on day one—to grappling with the ethics of charging students like myself, this episode is an honest exploration of what it means to confront flawed ideas, let go of unworkable plans, and refocus on what truly matters.

I also share insights from Paul Graham’s essay How to Do Great Work and discuss how ability, interest, and effort are essential ingredients for success—alongside the occasional dash of luck.

If you've ever struggled with starting something new, felt overwhelmed by the weight of your dreams, or wondered how to align passion with purpose, this episode is for you.

Tune in to explore the beauty of recalibrating your journey and chasing what’s truly worth fighting for.

Timestamps

[0:00] Intro – Reflecting on the journey so far.

[0:57] The Story Of My YouTube Channels

[8:36] The Desire To Create A Business – Balancing financial needs with fairness.

[11:20] What is valuable enough for me?

[11:50] Insights from Paul Graham’s How to Do Great Work – Why ability, interest, and effort are the keys to success.

[16:41] The defining decade- Just Work

[27:00] Closing thoughts

Key Themes

• The importance of starting imperfectly and learning through doing.
• Balancing ethical considerations in business.
• Lessons from failure: letting go and recalibrating your vision.
• The role of ability, interest, and effort in chasing great work.
• The intersection of passion and practicality in career and business.

Resources Mentioned

• Paul Graham’s essay: How to Do Great Work https://paulgraham.com/greatwork.html
• Book: The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter--And How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg Jay
• My Medical Youtube Channel BIP: https://youtube.com/@bip40?si=EWmFKLZiwa_zjCP4
• My first ever YouTube channel Dounia cover songs: https://youtube.com/@douniacoversong316?si=NXeb64I_szqOCCjT
• My Motivational videos Youtube channel Be The greatest :https://youtube.com/@bethegreatest8933?si=LEOxrHGzuMdUftMv
• My other singing Youtube channel sing for fun: https://youtube.com/@singforfun6961?si=lpJKLSVlD_KvcVVA

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Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the struggle of uncertainty and the challenges of finding one’s path in life. Join us as we reflect on the cycle of overthinking, the weight of societal expectations, and the profound insights shared by Denzel Washington in his "Put God First" speech. We dive deep into the dreams that linger in our hearts and the courage it takes to pursue them, while also examining the importance of effective communication in nurturing relationships.

Key Themes:

• The Challenge of Uncertainty: Understanding the emotional toll of feeling lost and the impact of overthinking.
• Dreams and Aspirations: Recognizing that our dreams are valid and exploring what they mean for our future.
• Balancing Realism and Ambition: Examining the tension between pursuing grand ambitions and the comfort of a more ordinary life.
• Creating Impact: Considering how to make a meaningful contribution in the medical field and beyond.
• Navigating Relationships: Introducing Nonviolent Communication (NVC) as a tool for expressing needs and feelings without judgment

Resources Mentioned:

• Denzel Washington's "Put God First" speech
• The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco
• Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall Rosenberg
• Steve Harvey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCgb5tJ-Ybg

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In this episode, we dive into the power of mastering the basics and embracing first-principles thinking to achieve lasting success. Drawing inspiration from Naval Ravikant’s concept of perpetual learning, Elon Musk’s approach to problem-solving with first principles, and Kobe Bryant’s relentless focus on fundamentals, we explore how simplifying complex challenges can lead to breakthroughs in any area of life.

From building wealth and health to pursuing personal growth and career excellence, we’ll discuss why foundational skills matter more than ever.

Join me as we explore the messy, rewarding process of chasing our heroes, one fundamental at a time.

Timestamps:

0:00 intro:Naval Ravikant on learning and expertise

1:20 Elon Musk’s first principles thinking at SpaceX

2:20 Kobe Bryant’s focus on fundamentals in basketball

3:25 Applying first-principles thinking to life goals

7:10 The messy process of growth and perseverance

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Overview: In this episode, we delve into the early stages of building a successful business, addressing the fears and doubts that often accompany this journey.

We also explore key lessons from the realms of pricing, filmmaking/storytelling, and the legendary McDonald's story. Additionally, we discuss the importance of support and belief in relationships, drawing insights from inspiring stories of entrepreneurship and personal growth.

Timestamps:

0:00 intro: Speed reading Episode

1:00 Context, perfectionism and

2:22 What I've been up to and How I want To Start My Business

7:36 Psychology of Sales

9:46 Rosalie and Isadore Sharp

12:08 Storytelling and Video Tips from Johnny Harris

14:52 The McDonald's Story

18:33 Wrap-Up

Links:

1. Rosalie and Isadore Sharp: http://www.billgladstone.ca/rosalie-sharps-improbable-life/
2. Why every Johnny Harris video goes viral: https://youtu.be/dIKsEhX-vyU?si=59AOnXaKJtwn9Pph

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Welcome to the beginning of something extraordinary. In this first episode, we'll delve into the dreams and ambitions that have shaped my life, sharing the vision I've always held close to my heart. But this isn't just about me—it's about us, embarking on a journey together, hand in hand, towards our aspirations.

I'm genuinely excited for you to join me on this path. I hope this episode resonates with you, that you find it as inspiring and enjoyable as I did while creating it. Let's make this journey unforgettable.

Links to Motivational Videos:

• Matthew McConaughey winning Best Actor | 86th Oscars (2014)
• Put God First - Denzel Washington Motivational & Inspiring Commencement Speech

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Welcome to “Chasing My hero”.

Today is about you, your dreams, your future, and the aspirations you've always held close to your heart…Today is about embarking on a journey of self-discovery, about finding and becoming your hero.

Start here to change your life, and make the most out of it

Your hero is waiting. Are you ready to chase them?

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• Matthew McConaughey winning Best Actor | 86th Oscars (2014)

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