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The Exploration Files

I’ll discuss how these amazing people cultivated their talents, how they carved their own paths, where they draw their self-esteem from and more! We’ll also take some deep dives, and talk about mental health, and other pertinent issues affecting our collective narratives today. My goal is to connect with people and find the common threads that bind us.

Arts Comedy Religion & Spirituality Mental Health Islam Self Help Motivation
Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
49 minutes
Episodes
37
Years Active
2018 - 2021
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Episode 17 - How Being Diagnosed With M.S. Changed Her Life - Fatimah Aulaqi

Episode 17 - How Being Diagnosed With M.S. Changed Her Life - Fatimah Aulaqi

My friend Fatimah Aulaqi joins me today. She opens up about being diagnosed with M.S. How it changed her entire life and how its made her work hard for people in need.

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00:32:15  |   Mon 18 Feb 2019
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Episode 16 - "Where The Hell Are Your Pants?!?!" - Jennifer Armstrong

Jennifer, has lived all over the world for the last 15 years and we talk about her childhood in this episode and an incident that left her legally blind in one eye. 

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01:04:24  |   Mon 04 Feb 2019
Episode 15 - Directing Jack Black, Post Malone, Megan Fox and more! - John Warder

Episode 15 - Directing Jack Black, Post Malone, Megan Fox and more! - John Warder

John Warder is the Short Form Creative Director for Mythical Entertainment. He grew up in Texas and made his way to LA. He talks to me about his struggles and the hurdles he had to overcome to get to…

01:05:22  |   Mon 21 Jan 2019
Episode 14 - How the Tragedy of 9/11 Lead Her To Convert To Islam - Nahela Morales

Episode 14 - How the Tragedy of 9/11 Lead Her To Convert To Islam - Nahela Morales

Nahela is a single mother to a teenage boy and works tirelessly to support and advocate for people who are marginalized within American and Islam. She talks about being abused as a child and breaking…

00:56:39  |   Mon 07 Jan 2019
Episode 13 - How To Become The Janitor Of Your Soul - Dr. Andrew Stoker

Episode 13 - How To Become The Janitor Of Your Soul - Dr. Andrew Stoker

Dr. Andrew Stoker is the Senior Minister of the First United Methodist Church of Dallas. He is a friend and when you are around him you can't help but smile. We talk about a silent retreat he was rec…

00:59:08  |   Mon 24 Dec 2018
Episode 12 - America's Imam Used To Identify As Agnostic - Sh. Omar Suleiman

Episode 12 - America's Imam Used To Identify As Agnostic - Sh. Omar Suleiman

Sh. Omar Suleiman, is an Islamic Scholar, Civil Rights activist, Founder of Yaqeen Institute, and a friend. I’ve known him for almost 8 years and I am extremely thankful for the guidance he’s given m…
00:45:14  |   Mon 17 Dec 2018
Episode 11 - A Rabbi's Opinion & Perspective on Israel - Rabbi Nancy Kasten

Episode 11 - A Rabbi's Opinion & Perspective on Israel - Rabbi Nancy Kasten

Today’s guest is Rabbi Nancy Kasten and this episode was supposed to be about Hanukkah, since today is the last day of Hanukkah. But our conversation quickly turned to Israel.  In this episode she ta…
00:43:06  |   Mon 10 Dec 2018
Episode 10 - Preparing Yourself For Negativity And Doubt -Alia Salem

Episode 10 - Preparing Yourself For Negativity And Doubt -Alia Salem

Alia Salem, prepared herself for the backlash she would get from breaking new ground with F.A.C.E. Her job isn't easy and it is often thankless, but she sees the need to help those in need.

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01:05:34  |   Mon 19 Nov 2018
Episode 9 - Coping With The Worst Of Humanity And Staying Positive - Alia Salem

Episode 9 - Coping With The Worst Of Humanity And Staying Positive - Alia Salem

Alia Salem, known to those that don't understand her mission as the 'Imam Hunter'. She shares with me her vision for her organization F.A.C.E. and how she coped with abuse. She is an amazing woman an…
01:14:38  |   Mon 12 Nov 2018
Episode 8 - Raising 7 Children As A Single Mother - Sofia Sharieff

Episode 8 - Raising 7 Children As A Single Mother - Sofia Sharieff

Sofia Sharieff is a single mother of 7 wonderful children. We talk about the pain of divorce, watching your child struggle for their life, and raising 7 unique unicorn children.

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00:57:56  |   Mon 05 Nov 2018
Episode 7 - Take A Leap Into The Unknown For Better Mental Health - Joel Lopez

Episode 7 - Take A Leap Into The Unknown For Better Mental Health - Joel Lopez

Joel Lopez has overcome quiet a bit and he is an exceptional human. We discuss taking leaps of faith and relocating to help restructure your mental health. And how new environments help you grow into…
01:21:51  |   Mon 22 Oct 2018
Episode 6 - Chase The Best In Your Industry & Beat Them - Fawzi Yahya

Episode 6 - Chase The Best In Your Industry & Beat Them - Fawzi Yahya

Fawzi Yahya, is an amazing film maker. He talks about how you shouldn't try to compete within your small community. Chase the best in the industry, and do better.

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01:12:11  |   Mon 15 Oct 2018
Episode 5 - Breaking Expectations and Making Your Own Path - Naim Rahman

Episode 5 - Breaking Expectations and Making Your Own Path - Naim Rahman

Naim Rahman is a UX/UI designer with a passion for food and free thinking. He defied cultural expectations and made his own path.

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01:06:58  |   Mon 08 Oct 2018
Episode 4 - The Difficulties of Motherhood and Fighting Expectations - Sahara Elmoumi

Episode 4 - The Difficulties of Motherhood and Fighting Expectations - Sahara Elmoumi

Sahara and I talk about body image, expectations of motherhood, breast-feeding and my social awkwardness.

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01:05:13  |   Mon 01 Oct 2018
Episode 3 - Following Your Dreams & Taking Opportunities - Oliver Caddy

Episode 3 - Following Your Dreams & Taking Opportunities - Oliver Caddy

Today's guest is Oliver Caddy. He was visiting us for a short time and he is an amazing travel companion. Surprise guest towards the end of the episode.

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01:03:34  |   Mon 24 Sep 2018
Episode 2 - Rebuilding After Betrayal - Sadaf Ahmed

Episode 2 - Rebuilding After Betrayal - Sadaf Ahmed

Today's guest is Sadaf Ahmed. I hope those that have been through personal trauma can find hope in Sadaf’s story. The journey is never easy and filled with speed bumps. There is hope and light at the…
00:59:10  |   Mon 17 Sep 2018
Episode 1 - How To Not Take Stress Home With You - Aceil Rashid

Episode 1 - How To Not Take Stress Home With You - Aceil Rashid

Victims Advocate, Aceil Rashid, is on the pod today!

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00:50:42  |   Mon 10 Sep 2018
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