Shared Experiences

On today's episode, Dr. Julie Pearlman stops by. She is an ophthalmologist based out of the Chicagoland area. Her and Josh discuss all things eyes. Everything from glasses, to cataracts, to eye color-changing surgery, to glaucoma. Josh throws a lot of questions her way, and Julie does an amazing job of answering everything as simplistically and easy-to-digest as possible. Questions asked include: With so many eye drops available, how can a person choose the best one? Are glasses better than contacts? Are we ruining our vision from constantly staring at screens? Is blindness correctable now? And much much more!

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Part 2 has arrived! On today's episode, Josh brings on his other set of grandparents to spread some of their life wisdom and enlighten us all. What do they think of today's generation of kids? How about the state of the country? Or perhaps, what advice would they give to sustaining a sixty-two-year marriage? All of that, plus more, are answered!

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Welcome back! On today's episode, Josh brings on his grandparents to spread some of their life wisdom and enlighten us all. What do they think of today's generation of kids? How about the state of the country? Or perhaps, what advice would they give to sustaining a sixty-one-year marriage? All of that, plus more, are answered!

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes hardly any time at all, and it really makes a difference in helping to spread the word.

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If you have questions that you'd like answered on the podcast, you can reach out via email at [email protected].

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Marcelo Ogata (aka @BugDreamer) is an underwater filmmaker and photographer. For over ten years, he has been to more than 40 different countries and has logged nearly 4,000 dives with his camera. He is completely self-taught and has had the privilege of working with incredible operations and brands while exploring the most biodiverse destinations on Planet Earth. He uses his camera as a weapon to help fight oceanic degradation and pollution.

Together, Marcelo and Josh dive (pun intended) into how he got started, favorite dive spots, tips for being a better underwater filmmaker / photographer, and so much more. They also nerd out (just a slight bit) on the various incredible corals and species seen in oceans around the world today. Even if you are a novice photographer or have no knowledge at all, you will most certainly learn some new things in today's episode. Marcelo is incredibly friendly, and he transfers that kind demeanor into his passion to help save our fragile oceans.

I HIGHLY recommend checking out some of his work, which is nothing short of spectacular. He can be found on Instagram (@_bugdreamer_) as well as his Youtube (@bugDreamer), Facebook (@bugDreamer), and of course his personal website (https://www.bugdreamer.com/).

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00:00:00 - 00:19:40 – The Working World
00:19:40 - 00:35:37 –Influencers & Social Media
00:35:37 - 00:45:21 – Heritage & Nationalities
00:45:21 - 00:55:00 – Dating & Visiting India
00:55:00 - 01:18:05 – Stereotypes & Cultural Differences

Casey Eisenberg joins us again for another special episode of Shared Experiences. He is joined by his roommate, Abhi Yadava. Ironically, both Abhi and Casey work for the same company. They each share what their experiences (pun intended) has been like thus far. We break into the nuances of the traditional workplace setup and how things have evolved. We talk remote work, efficiency in the workplace, the supposed millennial laziness factor, and how things should be changed for the better.

Growing up with Indian parents, Abhi tells us what expectations came with that and Casey shares his own personal/cultural anecdotes as well. What pressures are there? How connected do you truly feel? What are the stereotypes? They had also traveled to India together, so they elaborate on the differences between life there and in the states as well as what they learned upon reflection.

This wouldn't be a Shared Experiences podcast if we didn't at least touch upon dating. So, we are of course given status updates on their love life's and talk about the difficulty of dating today.

Lastly, as a fun side segment, we discuss influencers, entrepreneurship amongst young people, and the growing impact of social media.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes hardly any time at all, and it really makes a difference in helping to spread the word.

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If you have questions that you'd like answered on the podcast, you can reach out via email at [email protected].

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The environment is a very complex topic with a complex set of issues. However, Josh Willis is here to simplify it all. He is an oceanographer at NASA as well as the head of their OMG: Ocean's Melting Greenland mission.  On top of all that, he is also a graduate of second city and  one of the few scientists who tries to bring a softer, more comedic approach to global warming.

Why does climate change sometimes lead to more extreme cold? Is nuclear energy the way of the future? What is the response to climate change deniers? How much does deforestation contribute to global warming? All these questions and more are answered on today's episode.

You can find Josh on Instagram (@omgnasa) or on Facebook (@climateelvis).

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes hardly any time at all, and it really makes a difference in helping to spread the word.

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If you have questions that you'd like answered on the podcast, you can reach out via email at [email protected].

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Check out Josh's Book HERE

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Stephanie RETURNS!

Stephanie Konczal joins the pod again for another fun episode. She enlightens us on what has changed since her last podcast. Together, her and Josh discuss their job situations and what has pushed them both down the coding route. They talk about their experience (or soon to be experience) with coding bootcamps. Are they worth it? What do they entail? What bootcamp is recommended? All is covered.

Now that Stephanie has relocated to Chicago. They compare and contrast cities, what life is like living in one of the big cities, and more!

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Today's guest is a very bright individual with an appetite for travel and adventure. His name José Jiménez. He is an aerospace engineer and a world citizen operating currently out of Menorca, Spain.

José and Josh start by discussing the COVID situation on the island. Where things stand at the moment and what the future holds. José delves into the history of the island, what it means to him, and what it was like growing up there. He also shares how a viewing of the movie Apollo 13 inspired him to pursue a career in the aerospace industry, Multiple internships, offers around the world, a stint at NASA...boy did he succeed.

Together, Josh and him exchange stories and experiences having lived and visited other countries. They compare and contrast the differences mainly between the United States and Europe. The good, the bad, and the ugly. They get into it all. Finally, José tells us all about his travels and how he is able to do so. He provides you with tips and tricks to getting good rates, traveling smart, and finding yourself along the journey.

You can find José on Instagram (@joearoundtheworld). Click the link to have a look.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes hardly any time at all, and it really makes a difference in helping to spread the word.

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Hair styles are constantly evolving. Just have a look back at your yearbook and you'll see what I am talking about. However, keeping up to date on trends as well as finding a cut that suits your face can be quite a difficult task. That's why I knew I had to have Joseph Salazar on. He's a hairstylist based out of Chicago, IL.

Joseph starts by sharing how he first got into the business, and how his father played a role in inspiring him to do so. We talk about what styles are currently trending as well as where he finds the latest cuts. He tells you the key to finding a good stylist in your area as well as finding a good style and color that suits your face. We also tackle the problem of balding and thinning hair. How to overcome it and what options you have at your disposal. Overall, it was a pleasure having him on, and I hope you are able to go forward with confidence and find a style that frames your face perfectly!

You can find Joseph on Instagram (@joeysalza). Click the link to have a look. If you have any questions you can write him via email at [email protected].

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes hardly any time at all, and it really makes a difference in helping to spread the word.

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If you have questions that you'd like answered on the podcast, you can reach out via email at [email protected].

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Men's fashion often does not get enough attention. However, today, we are going to change that. Asif Somji is a personal men's stylist based out of Dubai. He knows the in's and out's of the fashion industry and how to have men looking their best. He decided to stop by and spread his wealth of knowledge.

Josh and Asif discuss the beginning. How an unfortunate battle with cancer turned into a blessing in disguise and helped Asif find his path. Transitioning into the state of men's fashion today, they discuss style and how it differs based on location. They determine if there is truly an overall look that represents "good" style.  Moving onto fast fashion versus high end, they discuss the pros and cons of each, sustainability in fashion, and why designer brands should actually be given more credit. Should you invest in cheap men's clothes? How about designer men's clothes? It all gets answered. Lastly, they discuss how men can up their style game. Where to start if you have no idea. What materials to look for, how to incorporate colors into your wardrobe, and grooming habits that can turn any man into a style icon. 

You can find Asif on Instagram (@styledindubai). Click the link to have a look. He also writes for The Rake Middle East, The Permberley Magazine, and Arte & LUSSO. So, if you have a chance, definitely be sure to check out some of his articles.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review? It takes hardly any time at all, and it really makes a difference in helping to spread the word.

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If you have questions that you'd like answered on the podcast, you can reach out via email at [email protected].

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Check out Josh's Book HERE

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Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk.