The Weekly Vasl by Ahad

The Weekly Vasl by Ahad

By Ahad BudhaniSociety & Culture
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The Weekly Vasl by Ahad episodes

  • Why is it considered to be patriotic if we are blindly supporting our national team?

    Ahad and Mudassir are back, and this time they're diving into a crucial topic, just in time for the upcoming Cricket World Cup in India where they discuss sports and tribalism in depth. They emphasize that while rivalries can run deep, there's an underlying shared love for the game that unites fans. But they don't stop at cricket; they also explore the world of football, particularly the Premier League. Ahad and Mudassir discuss the distinct game styles of various football clubs and how each style reflects the essence of the team. They shed light on the intriguing connection between football supporters and their chosen teams Tune in to their podcast, where they even touch upon the political aspects related to sports. Join them for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation that's sure to leave you with a new perspective on sports and tribalism.


    Sections

    0.00 - 2.50

    How big is sports  for people?


    3:30 - 5:10

    How sports and domestic violence are interconnected?


    5:11 - 10:45

    Tribalism?


    10:46 - 15:00

    Do we always support winning teams?


    15:10 - 22:30

    Terrorist football?


    22:33 - 23:30

    Why do we still support losing teams?


    23:31 - 29:25

    Do different personalities attract love for different football clubs?


    29:26 - 34:20

    When did tribalism start?


    34:21 - 37:20

    Tribalism and evolution


    37:21 : 46:00

    Sports and politics


    46:01 - 50:32

    Is sports really the healthier way of letting go  frustration ?


    50:31 - 52:23

    Conclusion


    #sports #sportsnews #premierleague #tottenhamhotspurs #manga #indiacanadarow #cricketworldcup2023 #india #narendramodi #tribalism #sportsrivalry #brightonfc #harrykane #pepguardiola #arsenal #cricket #indiapakistancricket #frustration #domesticviolence #sportsweek #footballweek #footballnights #footballshorts #eindhoven #podcastshow #podcastinglife #podcastersofinstagram #youtubeshorts #vasl #rotterdam #netherlands

    53 min
  • How Generative AI can prove to be good and bad for us?!

    Ahad and Phil address the pressing concern of how generative AI could diminish the demand for human expertise. They stress the significance of striking a harmonious equilibrium between automation and the unique human capacities of judgment and intuition. This dialogue offers a well-rounded view of generative AI's capacity to revolutionize industries, showcasing both the advantages it brings and the hurdles it poses. Additionally, it underscores the necessity for flexibility and ethical deployment of technology as we chart our path forward.


    Sections


    0.00 - 1:40

    Introduction


    1:41 - 4:00

    Fomo when it comes to AI


    4:31 - 7:55

    What is Generative AI?


    7:56 - 18:40

    AI tools to discuss


    18:41 - 24:20

    How AI can be problematic


    24:21 - 26:08

    AI tagging?


    26:09 - 31:00

    Chatbots and large language model


    31:01 - 40:00

    Human assistant AI or just unassisted AI?


    40:01 - 49:42

    Human vs AI


    49:43 - 53:40

    Chat bot lawyers?


    53:41 - 58:30

    Can AI easily replace us?


    58:33 - 59:29

    Conclusion


    Learn More: https://www.simplilearn.com/best-ai-tools-to-boost-productivity-article


    #generativeai #chatbot #aicontentcreator #aicontentwriting #virtualassistant #nft #downsizing #copywriting #triggered #expatsinmexico #expatsingermany #redditstories #triggers #family #eindhoven #foodie #junkfood #tuesdaytransformation #footballshorts #facebook #startup #podcastshow #podcastinglife #premierleague #podcastersofinstagram #youtubeshorts #vasl #rotterdam #chatgpt

    1 hr
  • The Emotional Rollercoaster of a Expatriate Life

    Today, Ahad and Sezzen are uncovering a deeply nuanced and often overlooked aspect of expat life, one that revolves around the daily struggles tied to culture, language, climate and what not. These challenges are an inherent part of life in a foreign land, and while they may pave the way for a more comfortable existence in some regards, they also exact a toll on one's mental and emotional well-being. Living far from the familiar comforts of home, and sometimes even fun, can be a draining experience. Become part of this difficult conversation and let us know if you resonate well with us on this.

    Sections:
    0.00 - 1:00
    Introduction
    1:01 - 6:39
    Weather challenges
    6:40 - 7:50
    Cultural shock - language barriers
    7:51 - 11:00
    Emotional and mental health challenges
    11:01 - 21:30
    Introspection before big decisions
    21:33 - 28:00
    Societal pressure and expectations
    28:05 - 31:02
    FOMO
    31:03 - 37:34
    Retrospection after taking decisions
    37:35 - 47:53
    Being present in the moment
    Working on inner self
    47:54 - 50:18
    Conclusion
    50:19
    Learn More:
    https://www.kozaigroup.com/unique-challenges-faced-by-expats-in-2022-and-how-to-help-them-prepare-for-overseas-assignments/
    #expats #expatlife   #expatstories   #expatseverywhere    #languagebarriers   #depression   #seasonaldepression   #abroad  #worklife  #livingalone   #reddit
    #redditstories      #redditposts    #asiacup2023    #eindhoven    #foodie    #makingfriends
    #spotify      #footballshorts     #facebook      #startup   #podcastshow     #podcastinglife   #premierleague  #podcastersofinstagram   #youtubeshorts   #vasl   #rotterdam   #chatgpt
    #expatsingermany #amsterdam #berlin #expatsinmexico

    52 min
  • Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness

    Join Ahad and Indre in today's podcast as they dive into the science of happiness, exploring how the fusion of Positive Psychology and Mindfulness can fortify your resilience in the face of adversity and nurture meaningful relationships. In this episode, they'll not only discuss the theory but also provide practical, user-friendly exercises to seamlessly integrate these principles into your daily life, empowering you to lead a more enriched and fulfilling existence.


    Segments:

    Foreword

    0.00 - 1:52


    Positive Psychology

    1:53 - 5:59


    Eating Disorders

    6:00 - 8:17


    History of Positive Psychology

    8:18 - 12:15


    Gratitude

    12:16 - 19:45


    Savouring Positive Moments

    19:46 - 28:40


    Mindfullness

    28:42 - 38:30


    Positive Thinking

    39:00 - 46:33


    Afterword

    46:34 - 51:25


    Learn More: https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/positive-psychology


    #mindfulliving #gratitudeattitude #staypositive #positivepsychology #meditation #thankfulthursday #dailythanks #goodvibesonly #joyfullife #depression #happiness #spreadlove #countyourblessings #blessed #food #foodie #capcut #spotify #redditstories #facebook #startup #podcastshow #podcastinglife #premierleague #podcastersofinstagram #youtubeshorts #vasl #eindhoven #rotterdam #amsterdam

    52 min
  • Exploring the Future of Technology

    As we gear up for this discussion, we'll uncover the Fediverse's unique approach to uniting individuals through decentralization, delve into the remarkable journey of Semiconductors reshaping the electronic landscape, and analyze how AI's prowess is enriching our daily tasks with heightened productivity.

    Sections:

    0.00 - 2:13

    Prelude

    2:14 - 3:28

    Fediverse

    3:29 - 10:52

    Centralised or decentralised?

    10:53 - 16:00

    Problems with Fediverse?

    16:04 - 19:11

    Threats to Fediverse?

    19:12 - 21:27

    Power dilution

    21:28 - 26:47'

    Semiconductors

    26:48 - 32:54

    Semiconductors proprietary right rifts

    32:55 - 35:11

    Technology restriction

    35:12 - 38:40

    Consumer Tech

    38:41 - 40:00

    Internet is changing

    40:01 - 50:00

    Future of tech

    50:01 - 53:46

    Do we need to be cautious about future of technology?

    #MachineLearning#ArtificialIntelligence#AIResearch#SmartTech#FutureOfAI#SemiconductorTech#Microelectronics#DecentralizedNetwork#FediverseCommunity #DecentralizedSocial #PrivacyOnline#OpenSourceNetwork#FediverseEcosystem#vasl#eindhoven #netherlands #amsterdam#netflix#genderdisparity

    Learn More: https://www.abiresearch.com/blogs/2023/05/26/consumer-technology-trends-2023/

    54 min
  • Social Media & The Culture of Always Being Online

    The impact of social media is evident as the pressure to stay online and engaged can lead to anxiety and a fear of missing out (FOMO). Individuals often feel compelled to be always online to keep up with the rapid flow of information and maintain their social presence.

    Sections
    0.00 - 4:05
    Initial thoughts
    4:06 - 9:00
    Is social media really a problem?
    9:00 - 14:00
    Can social media cons be ignored?
    14:00 - 20:00
    Self monitoring
    20:03 - 29:50
    Disconnecting from Technology
    30:00 - 35:00
    Impact of mental health due to social media
    36:00 - 40:48
    Self Regulation is not easy
    40:50 - 46:30
    Interplay of Technology and virtual earning
    46:30 - 55:00
    Final Thoughts
    #DigitalDependency #ScreenTimeStruggles #SocialMediaEffects #AlwaysConnected #FOMOReality #VirtualOverload #MentalHealthMatters #DisconnectToReconnect #TechBoundaries #OnlineObsession #RealLifeVsOnlineLife #UnpluggedMind #SocialPressure #DigitalWellbeing#whatsapp #tiktok #facebookmarketplace #asianbusiness
    Learn More: https://www.abiresearch.com/blogs/2023/05/26/consumer-technology-trends-2023/

    55 min
  • Billionaires

    Many of us are now in the hunt of becoming filthy rich and to get there it is important that we get our hands to those hidden secrets which every billionaire has so far used to make their way into the list. Ahad and Mudassir discuss some of the few Billionaires like Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and Elon Musk to understand their wealth in a better way and how being them wealthy has created a much bigger problem of money disparity in open.

    Sections
    0.00 - 0.34
    How big is a Billionaire?
    0.35 - 6:04
    Are Billionaires really smart?
    6:05 - 9:45
    Self made fallacy
    9:46 - 14:00
    Is it wrong to have so much money?
    14:10 - 15:26
    Why can't we be filthy rich?
    15:27 - 18:30
    Why First World Countries are far richer than the Third World Countries?
    18:31 - 22:00
    Can there be a world without Billionaires?
    22:01 - 25:20
    Smart or cheating?
    25:22 - 28:12
    Exploitation by billionaires?
    28:13 - 30:22
    Morality
    30:23 - 33:54
    No tax for riches?
    34:00 - 35:20
    Third World Countries Dependent on Billionaires ?
    35:21 - 38:16
    Philanthropy - the feel of being needed?
    28:19 - 40:23
    Conclusion
    #rich #billionaire #filthyrich #siliconvalley #billgates #jeffbezos #elonmusk #tesla #amazon #capcut #microsoft
    #spotify #billion #florida #billiondollars #startups #podcastshow #podcastinglife #podcastersofinstagram #google #youtubeshorts #california #lifecoaching #lifecoachingtips #vasl #eindhoven #rotterdam
    Learn More: https://mkorostoff.github.io/1-pixel-wealth/

    41 min
  • Charity

    Ahad and Phil have joined again for another very interesting podcast to discuss the nagging issue if charity really is an effective way to go about. Seeing it from both East and West lens, they come to identify better solutions to make charity more meaningful and also devising systems that can make charity more on human level.

    Sections
    0.0 - 3:35
    Preface
    3:36 - 6:40
    Moral Obligation?
    6:45 - 13:00
    Charity a necessity?
    13:01 - 17:30
    Human element - a part of charity
    17:36 - 32:00
    Is charity effective in West as it is in East?
    32:30 - 50:56
    Good salary an effective way of making people self reliant ?
    50.57 - 55:00
    Effective Altruism
    55:01 - 56:52
    Conclusion
    #charity #tourist #finedining #nonprofit #nikefootball #slumdogmillionaire #beggars #poorcountries #unicef #ramadan #eid #tax #eindhoven
    Reference: https://lifeclub.org/books/with-charity-for-all-ken-stern-review-summary

    57 min
  • Utopian Societies

    Ahad and Mudassir are back with another episode of podcast where they discuss the concept of Utopia and how throughout history leaders have utilized visionary narrative to inspire and rally their citizens, to name some Donald Trump, Imran Khan, Modi etc.


    Sections


    0.00 - 5:04

    Preface

    5:05 - 9:51

    Perfect Society

    9:52 - 11:29

    Selling Utopia

    11:30 - 23:56

    Overcoming Utopian Mindset

    24:00 - 26:42

    Prioritising agendas

    26:43 - 35:25

    Educated Masses too inspired by utopia - US vs Afghanistan

    35:26 - 45:36

    Epilogue


    #utopia #imrankhan #pti #donaldtrump #modi #smallvictories #civilization #civ #sidmeierscivilization #riverside #elections #diet #scrum #agile #redditstories #politicalnews #roterdam #amsterdam #england #berlin


    Reference: Davis, J. K. (2010). Voting as empowerment practice. American Journal of Psychiatric Rehabilitation, 13(4), 243–257. doi:10.1080/15487768.2010.523352

    Brook Farm: The Dark Side of Utopia by Sterling F. Delano


    @Riverside

    46 min
  • Paradox of the Individual

    Get to see Ahad and Aroovi explore various cultural aspects, from family values to work ethics and social structures, shedding light on how these diverging mindsets such as that of Individualism and Collectivism impact societal norms in the much awaited podcast which is the Paradox of the Individual.


    ** Apologies, as we faced some audio loss at 15:00.


    Sections:

    Preamble - 0.00 - 4:58

    Individualism Inclination - 4:59 - 6:53

    Surviving with individualistic approach - 6:54 - 10:25

    False Individualism - 10:26 - 11:45

    Collectivist society - 11:49 - 13:52

    South Asia As Collectivist society 15:20 - 16:12

    Loneliness attached to Individualism- 16:14 - 17:36

    Individualism impacting on environment - 17:51 - 22:08

    Individualism impacting societies 22:09 - 23:10

    Self Awareness

    23:11 - 29:08

    Role Of Individual - 29:25 - 33:27

    West vs East Individualism vs Collectivism- 33:28 - 38:38

    Epilogue - 38:39 - 44:53


    #stress #finland #socialanxiety #peerpressure #happiestplaceonearth #finnish #workout #gardening #hikikomori #japan #isolation #selfsufficient #alone #tips #tiktokviral #Individualism #collectivism #fashionindustry

    45 min

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