Jolianne Ray on Growth, Resilience, and Backing Yourself When It’s Uncomfortable

In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin sits down with Jolianne Ray for an honest conversation about growth, self-belief, and the uncomfortable moments that shape who we become.

Jolianne shares her journey through challenge, change, and self-discovery—talking openly about what it really takes to back yourself when things aren’t clear, easy, or guaranteed. From navigating uncertainty to learning how to trust the process, this episode dives into the mindset shifts that help you move forward even when doubt is loud.

This is a conversation about resilience, perspective, and choosing progress over comfort.

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The Link Between Mindset & Physical Health | Dr Katie Chimes

Your body doesn’t operate in isolation.Neither does your mindset.In this episode, Amin and Dr Katie Chimes talk about the powerful link between how you think, how you move, and how your body responds — from pain and recovery to consistency, discipline, and long-term health.Change the mindset.The body follows.👉 Watch the full episode here:https://youtu.be/3wmLgfNBzkQ#Mindset#MindBodyConnection#MentalAndPhysicalHealth#WellbeingLifestyle#KatieChimes#TheRicePuddingProject

Mohamad Ali Akkaoui: Leadership, Pressure, and Building Yourself Under Fire | The Rice Pudding Project

In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin sits down with Mohamad Ali Akkaoui to unpack what leadership really looks like when the pressure is on. From navigating responsibility at scale to making decisions that shape teams, careers, and personal identity, this conversation goes far beyond titles and job descriptions.

Mohamad shares honest reflections on growth, accountability, and the unseen weight that comes with leadership in the modern Middle East business landscape. We talk about ambition, resilience, self-doubt, and the discipline required to keep showing up when expectations are high and margins for error are low.

This episode is about building yourself before you build anything else—and understanding that real leadership starts long before anyone is watching.

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Social Media, Steroids, and the Pressure to Perform

In this short, Rory Buck breaks down how social media has amplified the pressure on young athletes — pushing many toward steroids, shortcuts, and unrealistic expectations. His message is simple: health comes first, not hype.

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Justin Anthony’s life changed the moment breathing became a daily battle.

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Anthony, a pulmonary hypertension (PH) warrior, advocate, and survivor who shares the raw reality of living with a life-threatening lung condition.

Justin opens up about:

• What it’s really like living with pulmonary hypertension
• Facing uncertainty, fear, and mortality at a young age
• The mental strength required when your body keeps failing you
• Why awareness, organ donation, and community support matter more than ever
• Finding purpose, faith, and meaning when every breath counts

This is not just a medical story — it’s a human one.
A reminder that resilience isn’t optional when life forces you to fight to breathe.

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In this short, Tatum Storm, founder of Bees & Honey, talks about what it really means to go all in — taking bold risks, trusting yourself, and backing your vision even when the odds are uncertain.

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Carl Jrei joins Amin Soltani to share how following what excites you can evolve into a life of purpose. A candid conversation on creativity, leadership, and staying grounded while building something meaningful.

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In this teaser, Nader Amiri shares a glimpse into the early days of building not just a business — but a community.
From the challenges of starting El Grocer to the mindset needed to build something that lasts, this episode delivers pure value.

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In this episode, Amin Soltani sits down with Nader Amiri, founder of El Grocer, to uncover the truth behind building a startup in the UAE.
From moving fast and adapting under pressure, to building a community-first brand, this conversation digs into the mindset, lessons, and turning points that shaped Nader’s journey.

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Before ambition comes discipline.
In this episode, we unpack why mastering the fundamentals — consistency, repetition, patience, and mindset — is the real secret behind lasting success.

🎙️ A conversation that reminds us: ambition is nothing without a strong foundation.
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