Podcast Title: Banning Bully Breeds, Calisthenics, and Privacy in the Age of Social Media

Guest: Yathy (@yathy.g, @thedogfather__ and @biohackhz) – Dog Trainer, Calisthenics Athlete & Biohacker

Drop Date: March 23, 2025

Episode Description: In this episode, Yathy, a dog trainer, calisthenics enthusiast, and founder of Biohackhz, a natural supplement brand, dives into the controversial debate around banning bully breeds. He breaks down the misconceptions about pitbulls and highlights the importance of responsible dog ownership. Yathy emphasizes that training the owners is just as crucial as training the dogs to foster a healthier relationship. He shares how he got into calisthenics during COVID to improve his mental health and build physical strength. The conversation also touches on Biohackhz, his natural supplement brand, and how it supports overall wellness. Lastly, Yathy discusses digital privacy and social media, exploring how to use these platforms to inspire others while protecting personal data in a world of surveillance. This episode blends fitness, dog training, entrepreneurship, and privacy in the digital age.

Key Themes:

• Bully Breed Myths: Debunking misconceptions about pitbulls and discussing responsible dog ownership versus breed bans.

• Dog Training & Owner Education: Training dogs and educating owners for a healthier, responsible relationship.

• Calisthenics for Mental Health: How Yathy got into calisthenics during COVID to improve his mental well-being.

• Biohackhz & Natural Supplements: A look at Yathy’s natural supplement brand, Biohackhz, and how it supports wellness.

• Privacy & Social Media: The realities of digital privacy, social media surveillance, and using these platforms to inspire others.

Episode Keywords:bully breed ban, pitbull stigma, dog training, responsible dog ownership, calisthenics training, mental health fitness, natural supplements, Biohackhz, digital privacy, social media privacy, fitness motivation, supplement brand, privacy in the digital age, surveillance culture.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#BullyBreedBan #Pitbulls #DogTraining #Calisthenics #MentalHealthFitness #NaturalSupplements #Biohackhz #PrivacyMatters #SocialMediaPrivacy #DigitalPrivacy #FitnessMotivation #SupplementBrand #InsideOutUniverse #Season5

Podcast Title:  Drug Overdose, Toxic Relationships, and the Journey to Recovery

Guest: Adrian (@itsyourboy.age) – Advocate & Survivor of Addiction

Drop Date: March 9, 2025

Episode Description: In this raw and riveting episode, Adrian opens up about his battle with drug addiction, surviving a near-fatal overdose, and how his mother saved his life. The night before he was about to die from an overdose, Adrian's mother had a dream about him, which led to her taking action and ultimately saving his life. He takes us through the chaos of hitting rock bottom — sharing the painful realities of self-destruction, the powerful moment of clarity that pushed him to fight for his life, and how he struggled with relapsing on his road to recovery. Adrian’s story is one of resilience, survival, and rebirth: from the early days of withdrawal and mental health struggles to the ongoing journey of rebuilding trust, finding strength in support systems, and overcoming toxic relationships. It’s an unflinchingly honest look at addiction, recovery, and the importance of mental health, proving that no matter how far one falls, a path to redemption is possible.

Key Themes:

• Overdose & Survival: The wake-up call of nearly dying and the immediate aftermath of an overdose, including how Adrian’s mother saved his life.

• Drug Use & Addiction: The painful realities of addiction, the struggle with relapsing, and the long road to recovery.

• Mental Health & Support Systems: The role of mental health and the importance of building strong support systems during recovery.

• Toxic Relationships: How enabling and unhealthy dynamics can hinder recovery, and the strength needed to break free.

Episode Keywords:drug overdose, addiction recovery, relapse, surviving overdose, drug use, support systems, toxic relationships, mental health struggles, recovery journey, healing from addiction, family support, second chances, substance abuse recovery, overcoming addiction, withdrawal, recovery from relapse.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#DrugOverdose #AddictionRecovery #Relapse #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryJourney #SurvivalStory #ToxicRelationships #SupportSystems #HealingFromAddiction #DrugUse #SecondChances #FamilySupport #OvercomingAddiction #InsideOutUniverse #Season4

Podcast Title: Getting Shot, Homelessness, and How Tattooing Saved My Life

Guest: Classy Coop (@Classycoop) – Tattoo Artist & Survivor

Drop Date: March 2, 2025

Episode Description: In this raw and unfiltered episode, Classy Coop shares his gripping story of survival, redemption, and artistic transformation. He discusses how he went from being homeless to becoming a successful business owner, with tattooing being the key that saved his life and pulled him off the streets. Coop opens up about the struggles of homelessness, the toll it took on his relationship with his family, and how it led him into a life of crime. However, everything changed when he discovered tattooing — it became the one thing that mattered and gave him purpose. Coop also shares the harrowing story of getting shot and almost dying, an experience that further deepened his connection with his family and propelled him on the path to recovery. He reflects on how meditation played a key role in his healing process after the shooting. Today, Coop is dating a fellow tattoo artist, and tattooing has become not just a career, but a shared life passion between them. Along the way, Coop shares some fascinating tattoo stories, the pet peeves of tattoo artists, and how tattoos have been a form of therapy for him. This is an inspiring story of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and turning pain into power through art.

Key Themes:

• Homelessness to Business Owner: The journey from the streets to owning a business and finding redemption through tattooing.

• Struggles of Homelessness: How homelessness affected his relationship with his family and pushed him into crime.

• Tattooing as a Lifeline: How tattooing became the one thing that mattered and ultimately pulled him out of a destructive lifestyle.

• Surviving a Shooting: How surviving a near-death experience changed his life, brought him closer to his family, and helped him heal through meditation.

• Love & Tattooing: Dating a tattoo artist and building a life around their shared passion for the art.

• Tattoo Artist Pet Peeves & Stories: Fun tattoo stories and a look at the unique culture of tattoo artists.

Episode Keywords:homelessness recovery, tattoo artist, business owner journey, surviving a shooting, tattoo healing, recovery through meditation, tattoo artist pet peeves, tattoos as therapy, overcoming adversity, street life to success, family healing, second chances, tattoo stories, life transformation, redemption story, crime to recovery, healing from trauma.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#HomelessToBusinessOwner #TattooingSavedMyLife #SurvivingAShooting #TattooArtist #TattooHealing #HomelessnessRecovery #LifeTransformation #MeditationForHealing #OvercomingAdversity #TattooStories #CrimeToRecovery #SecondChances #FamilyHealing #InsideOutUniverse #Season4

Podcast Title: Salvador Dalí, Conceptualizing Death, and the Ultimate 20th Century Scam: ADHD

Guest: Sina Shakib – aka Sina Roopol (@sina_roopol and @roopol_studio), Owner of Roopol Studios

Drop Date: February 23, 2025

Episode Description: In this episode, Sina shares his unique perspective on treating ADHD, discussing how he doesn't believe in the conventional use of modern medicine. Instead, he advocates for a more holistic approach, focusing on practices like meditation and feeling grounded in the body to manage the condition. Sina also delves into his artistic journey, drawing inspiration from the surreal works of Salvador Dalí, and explains how his creative process as a videographer and photographer has shaped his life and work. The conversation takes a deeper turn as Sina opens up about death and how people cope with loss in different ways. He shares how he dealt with the emotional loss of his cat, using his art as a medium to process his grief and honor his pet. This episode explores the intersections of mental health, art, and personal healing, offering a thoughtful look at how creativity can be a powerful tool for emotional expression and healing.

Key Themes:

• Holistic ADHD Treatment: Sina’s belief in a holistic approach to ADHD, emphasizing meditation and body awareness over traditional medicine.

• Artistic Inspiration: How Salvador Dalí’s surrealism has influenced Sina’s artistic journey as a videographer and photographer.

• Videography & Photography: Sina’s creative journey in the world of videography and photography, and how it shaped his perspective on life.

• Coping with Loss: How different people handle the grief of death, and how Sina used art to process the loss of his beloved cat.

• Art as Healing: Exploring the role of art in emotional healing and self-expression.

Episode Keywords:ADHD treatment, holistic approach to ADHD, meditation for ADHD, Salvador Dalí inspiration, videography, photography journey, creative process, art therapy, coping with loss, grieving through art, dealing with death, mental health and creativity, personal healing through art, emotional expression, artistic healing.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#HolisticADHD #MeditationForADHD #ArtAsHealing #VideographyJourney #PhotographyJourney #SalvadorDali #CreativeProcess #GrievingThroughArt #MentalHealthMatters #CopingWithLoss #ArtisticExpression #HealingThroughArt #InsideOutUniverse #Season4

Podcast Title: Depression in North America, Role Play, and Dating as a Young Adult

Guest: Eberworks (@eberworks) – Dominican Musician & Artist

Drop Date: February 15, 2025

Episode Description: This episode dives into the topic of depression in North America, with Eber, a Dominican musician, sharing his unique perspective on mental health. He reflects on how he never struggled with or saw as much depression in his native Dominican Republic as he has since moving to Canada. Eber and the host explore why depression seems more prevalent in North America, diving into societal, cultural, and environmental factors while making several dark jokes along the way. They also discuss the challenges of dating as a young adult, including how to be confident and avoid toxic relationships, emphasizing the importance of being straightforward in relationships. The conversation gets even more playful as Eber and the host role-play how they would approach a girl at the bar, adding a humorous yet insightful touch to navigating relationships in today’s world. As an artist and musician, Eber shares his creative journey, discussing his music career and the inspiration behind his new song "Mata," featuring Roko Santana. This episode offers a candid and often humorous look at mental health, dating, creativity, and the challenges of living in a new culture while navigating personal struggles.

Key Themes:

• Depression in North America: Eber’s observations on the rise of depression in Canada compared to his experiences in the Dominican Republic.

• Cultural Impact on Mental Health: Exploring how moving to a new culture can affect mental health and well-being.

• Dark Humor and Mental Health: Discussing the role of humor in coping with heavy topics like depression.

• Dating as a Young Adult: How to be confident in dating, avoid toxic relationships, and approach dating with clarity and straightforwardness.

• Role-Playing in Relationships: A playful role-play on how to approach a girl at the bar, showing how confidence and communication can make a difference.

• Eber's Artistic Journey: How being an artist and musician has shaped his life and his latest music, including the release of "Mata" featuring Roko Santana.

• The Power of Music: How creativity, especially music, can be a tool for emotional expression and healing.

Episode Keywords:depression in North America, Dominican musician, mental health struggles, cultural differences and mental health, dark humor and depression, mental health awareness, coping with depression, Eberworks, Mata song, Roko Santana, music for mental health, creative journey, music therapy, emotional expression through music, dating as a young adult, toxic relationships, dating confidence, role play in relationships, relationship communication, avoiding toxic relationships.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#DepressionInNorthAmerica #MentalHealthMatters #Eberworks #DominicanMusician #MataSong #RokoSantana #MentalHealthAwareness #CulturalImpact #DarkHumor #CopingWithDepression #MusicForHealing #MusicJourney #YoungAdultDating #RelationshipConfidence #AvoidingToxicRelationships #RolePlayInDating #InsideOutUniverse #Season4

Podcast Title: Open Relationships, Middle Eastern Taboos, and Sexual Education

Guest: Sahar Golshani (@sahar_golshani, @chaladzdesign and @generationsocial.inc) – Content Creator, Business Owner & Podcastor

Drop Date: February 2, 2025

Episode Description: In this candid conversation, Sahar Golshani, a content creator, podcaster, and business owner, opens up about her personal experiences navigating the complexities of masculinity, femininity, and open relationships. Sahar shares her journey of breaking free from a toxic relationship, finding an open-minded Iranian partner, and exploring the dynamics of a non-traditional relationship. She talks about how her work as a content creator aims to break Iranian taboos, particularly those surrounding sex, women, and gender roles in Middle Eastern societies. Sahar also discusses the challenges faced by Iranian artists in today’s music industry, offering her critiques on the state of Iranian music. Through her activism and content, Sahar strives to dismantle societal norms and promote sexual liberation, creating space for open conversations about love, identity, and sexuality in a restrictive cultural environment.

Key Themes:

• Masculinity & Femininity: Understanding gender roles and their impact on relationships and identity.

• Toxic Relationships: Overcoming unhealthy dynamics and embracing healthier, more open-minded partnerships.

• Open Relationships: The realities of non-monogamy and balancing freedom with commitment in relationships.

• Challenging Iranian Taboos: Sahar’s work breaking sexual and gender taboos in Iranian culture through content creation and activism.

• Sexual Education: Advocating for open conversations about sex, sexual liberation, and breaking cultural taboos in conservative spaces.

• Iranian Music Industry: Sahar’s perspective on the state of the Iranian music industry and her critiques of its challenges and limitations.

Episode Keywords:open relationships, Iranian culture, masculinity and femininity, toxic relationships, Iranian taboos, Middle Eastern women, sexual education, Iranian music industry, Iranian artists, breaking stereotypes, non-monogamy, cultural liberation, gender roles, women’s rights in the Middle East, sexual liberation, podcasting, content creation, business owner.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#OpenRelationships #MasculinityAndFemininity #IranianCulture #SexualEducation #MiddleEasternWomen #BreakingTaboos #ToxicRelationships #IranianMusicIndustry #NonMonogamy #GenderRoles #PersonalLiberation #SaharGolshani #InsideOutUniverse

Podcast Title: Balancing Artist Life, Leaving Home Country, Creative Process

Guest: Catchy Beatz – aka Tiktaaksr (@tiktaaksr) – Music Producer, Rapper & Artist

Drop Date: January 26, 2025

Episode Description: In this heartfelt and candid episode, CatchyBeatz, an Iranian-Canadian music producer, shares the story of how he and the host connected on Instagram and began making music together. CatchyBeatz talks about the realities of being an artist while working a regular job, and the constant balancing act between his career and his family responsibilities, especially caring for his sick father. Despite his growing success, he emphasizes how his family remains his priority, and the pressure it places on him as an artist. He also shares his life-changing experience of having to flee Iran when the government discovered he was making music, an illegal activity in the country. As one of the first Iranian artists to gain international recognition, CatchyBeatz reflects on the struggles and triumphs of breaking into the music scene. The conversation touches on his views on dating, what he's looking for in his next partner, and how his personal life affects his creative journey. He also discusses his upcoming projects and the financial struggles independent artists face while building their careers.

Key Themes:

• Family vs. Career: Balancing the demands of being an artist with family responsibilities and personal struggles.

• Fleeing Iran: The decision to leave home due to the government’s crackdown on music and creative expression.

• Immigrant Artist Experience: The challenges of adapting to a new culture while staying true to one’s roots and pursuing a music career abroad.

• Balancing Jobs and Art: The realities of working a regular job while chasing artistic dreams.

• Breaking Barriers: CatchyBeatz’s journey as one of the first Iranian artists to make a name for himself internationally.

• Dating & Relationships: Insights into dating as an artist, what CatchyBeatz looks for in a partner, and how relationships intersect with creative life.

• Financial Struggles: The financial hurdles and challenges independent artists face while building their careers.

Episode Keywords:artist life balance, immigrant artist, Iranian music, music career struggles, creative hustle, family and career, music in Iran, financial struggles of artists, dating as an artist, Iranian artist journey, pursuing dreams, balancing jobs and art, breaking barriers in music, creative independence, Iranian-Canadian artist.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#ArtistLife #ImmigrantArtist #FamilyAndMusic #MusicInIran #CreativeHustle #FinancialStruggles #IranianMusic #BreakingBarriers #IndependentArtist #PursuingDreams #CatchyBeatz #InsideOutUniverse

Podcast Title: Don Benjamin, Addiction, Finding God, and Social Media Culture

Guest: Parsa (@itsparsasideas) – Content Creator & Influencer

Drop Date: December 8, 2024

Episode Description: In this powerful episode, Parsa shares his transformative journey from battling addiction to discovering faith and purpose. Through candid reflections, he discusses how hitting rock bottom led him to reconnect with his spirituality — even drawing inspiration from figures like Don Benjamin — and how that faith fueled his recovery. Parsa and the host also dive into the impact of influencer and social media culture on mental health, pulling back the curtain on the highs and lows of living life online. The conversation touches on the importance of authenticity in an age of curated identities and the challenges of staying true to oneself amidst external pressures. It’s a raw tale of redemption and self-discovery, highlighting that the path to healing often involves both looking inward and reaching upward.

Key Themes:

• Overcoming Addiction: Parsa’s struggle with substance abuse and the road to sobriety.

• Finding Faith: How embracing spirituality and God helped pull him out of darkness.

• Social Media & Mental Health: The toll of influencer life and maintaining authenticity online.

• Personal Transformation: Rebuilding one’s life, identity, and purpose after hitting rock bottom. Episode Keywords: addiction recovery, faith and spirituality, finding God, social media culture, influencer life, mental health journey, authenticity online, personal transformation, overcoming adversity, redemption story Episode Tags/Hashtags: #AddictionRecovery #FindingFaith #SocialMediaCulture #MentalHealthJourney #InfluencerLife #AuthenticityMatters #SpiritualAwakening #PersonalGrowth #Redemption #InsideOutUniverse #Season3

Podcast Title: Diddy Scandal, Career as a Rapper/Videographer, and Family Taboos

Guest: Payam Shahvar (@p.shahvar) – Rapper, Videographer & Multimedia Artist

Drop Date: December 1, 2024

Episode Description: In this insightful episode, Shahvar dives into his multifaceted career as a "multimedia artist," sharing his journey as a rapper, videographer, photographer, and the head of his own production team. Shahvar reveals the smart strategy behind using music visuals to promote his videography and editing skills, and how his various creative pursuits all feed into one another. The conversation also touches on what it means to be Iranian in the art and music world, particularly in the context of pursuing a career in a field that doesn't always align with traditional expectations. Shahvar opens up about the difficulty of breaking away from conventional jobs to follow his passion for art, discussing the emotional challenges of opening up to his family about his career choices and how it has affected their relationship dynamic. The episode also covers the infamous Diddy scandal, reflecting on the 90s celebrity culture, and dives into how art, music, and activism intersect. Shahvar discusses how he uses his creative work as an act of revolution, raising awareness about the brutality of the Iranian government. The episode ends on a lighter note with a humorous role play about inspiring an immigrant Uber driver, showcasing the power of influence and positivity in everyday life.

Key Themes:

• Multimedia Artist: The journey of being a versatile artist in multiple creative fields, from videography to photography to managing a production team.

• Using Music for Promotion: How Shahvar strategically combines his music visuals to showcase his editing and videography skills.

• Being Iranian in the Arts: Navigating the challenges of pursuing a career in music and art while dealing with cultural expectations.

• Family Dynamics & Career Choices: The emotional toll of pursuing an unconventional career and the impact it has on family relationships.

• Diddy Scandal & Celebrity Culture: Discussion on the Sean "Diddy" Combs scandal and reflections on celebrity culture in the 90s.

• Art as Revolution: Shahvar’s use of music and art to raise awareness about the political struggles in Iran.

• Inspiration & Humor: The power of inspiring others and the humor that can come from everyday encounters, including a funny role-play with an immigrant Uber driver.

Episode Keywords:multimedia artist, videography career, photography, production team management, Iranian artist, music visuals, family dynamics, Iranian music industry, breaking cultural expectations, Diddy scandal, 90s celebrity culture, activism in art, Iranian revolution, artistic revolution, immigrant stories, art as activism, personal storytelling, creative resilience.

Episode Tags/Hashtags:#MultimediaArtist #Videography #Photography #ProductionTeam #IranianArtist #DiddyScandal #90sCulture #CreativeResilience #ArtAsActivism #MusicAndArt #FamilyAndCareer #InsideOutUniverse

Podcast Title: Cancel Culture, Fitness and Rejection Therapy Guest: Roko (@roko.santata) – Musician, Producer & Fitness Enthusiast

Drop Date: October 27, 2024

Episode Description: In this episode, the host interviews her childhood best friend, Roko Santana—a musician, producer, and fitness enthusiast. Roko opens up about the transformative power of fitness, discussing how making the gym a regular habit has not only shaped their bodies but also their minds. They dive deep into how fitness has become an essential part of their lives, helping them navigate mental health challenges and find balance. From managing stress to building mental resilience, they explore the profound impact that physical wellness has had on their personal growth. Roko also shares insights into his career as an independent artist, revealing the highs and lows of pursuing a music career on his own terms. The conversation takes a turn towards cancel culture, with the two friends discussing its complexities, the role of individual responsibility, and using their voices for positive change. They also explore rejection therapy and other mental health practices aimed at overcoming adversity and building emotional strength.

Key Themes:

• Fitness & Mental Health: How making the gym a habit has shaped both body and mind.

• Independent Artist Journey: Navigating the ups and downs of a music career without major label support.

• Cancel Culture: A deep dive into the impact of cancel culture and the role of personal responsibility in a public world.

• Rejection Therapy: Using rejection as a tool for emotional resilience and mental toughness.

Episode Keywords: fitness for mental health, gym habit, independent artist, musician career, mental health and fitness, cancel culture discussion, rejection therapy, mental resilience, emotional growth, overcoming adversity, fitness and wellness, personal growth, music career challenges.

Episode Tags/Hashtags: #FitnessJourney #MentalHealthMatters #IndependentArtist #MusicCareer #CancelCulture #RejectionTherapy #EmotionalResilience #GymLife #PersonalGrowth #InsideOutUniverse #Season2