The Journey: Recent Episodes
Mashrur Kazi
This is a podcast where I talk and discuss about different topics surrounding life such as hardships, mental health, education, relationships etc.
I sit down with Logan McColl, founder of McColl therapy and an Edmonton based Mental Health Occupational Therapist, to have an in-depth conversation about the intersections of occupational therapy and mental health, emotional regulation, neuroscience/physiology concepts of mental well being and tools to employ on a day-to-day basis to thrive in daily engagement.
In this episode I sit down with my mentor and friend Dr. Turin Chowdhury and discuss a wide array of topics regarding Community based research. Dr. Turin's primary research interests are challenges in access to care and unmet needs faced by the socially vulnerable population of the society, including new immigrants, refugees, and ethnic communities. He leads his program of research through the approach of Community Based Participatory Research and Integrated Knowledge Translation where efforts for Meaningful Community Engagement is at the core.
We discuss the nuances of community based research and how research identities impact the research process and provide potential advantages and drawbacks as well. Through the conversation, Dr. Turin shares his experiences, expertise and personal journey regarding community based participatory research.
Hey everyone, In this episode of the podcast I had a chance to sit down with my friend Noel. We discuss ideas of potential, growth, discipline, mental health. We also share our own journey towards physical and mental self betterment. Hope you enjoy!
Hey everyone, the podcast is back and in this episode I had an insightful and inspiring conversation with my friend Vikram. We talk about a wide range of topics including Vik running a marathon to raise money to support Punjabi farmers in India who's livelihoods have been impacted by unfair laws. We talk about the need of honest action, habits, physical fitness, being through our creations, caring for pets and much more. If you would like to support this cause, please consider donating to his fundraiser in the description of the episode.
https://sahaita.org/vikramsfundraiser/
Hey everyone, after a long 3 month hiatus, the podcast is finally back! In this episode I had the chance to sit down with my friend Turna and discuss her fitness journey. We talked about a wide range of topics including building healthy habits, overcoming internal resistance, being kind to yourself and starting a business.
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In this Sunday Shorts Episode I talk about how I got my podcast started and how you can start yours too.
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Hey everyone, In this Sunday Shorts episode I discuss in detail about my hair loss regiment.
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Hey everyone, in this episode of the podcast I got to sit down with my friend Kaustubh and talk about a wide range of interesting topics. Kaustubh is a co-host of the Futbol Masterminds podcast (themastermindsite.com). We talked about how falling in love with the process of different pursuits is more serving than the outcome in the long run, we talked about South Asian mental health and a wide range of other topics.
Thank you for all the support you guys have shown me!
Hey everyone, in this episode I had the chance to sit down with my friend Nathan and discuss quite few interesting topics such as environmental sustainability, veganism, openness to ideas, mental health and much more. Hope you enjoy!
In this Sunday shorts episode I talk about how being inconsistent with my habits over the pandemic left a negative impact on the quality of my life.
https://mashrurk.wordpress.com/2021/03/28/how-inconsistencies-accrue-over-time/
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In todays episode I had the chance to sit down with my friend Daivik to discuss a whole array of topics. Daivik is a content creator, writer and the host of the Almost Dropouts podcast. In this episode we talked about the silver linings of the lockdown, the future of remote work and school, the interplay of creativity and discipline, origins of ideas and much much more. Please check out Daiviks work linked in the description.
https://anchor.fm/thealmostdropouts
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzkRfrCXIrW1v60Wyasgq7Q
https://www.instagram.com/outsourcedthinker/
http://medium.com/@daivikgoel
In this Sunday Shorts episode of the podcast I discuss the benefits of being resilient and not letting your current life situation dictate your identity. These ideas are from the book "You Are Awesome" by Neil Pasrischa. Enjoy!
Hey everyone, I had a fantastic conversation with Michael about all things physics. We touched upon a whole array of topics including the value of formal education, biggest questions in physics, the beginning of the universe, open mindedness in the context of science and Politics. Michael has a brilliant mind and I think you guys will love this conversation. I have started a instagram page now where I will be posting clips so please follow that page to consume bite sized audio (@the_journey_pod)
Hey everyone, in this episode I had an unfiltered and vulnerable conversation with my friend Spondon about a wide variety of topics such as free will, determinism, men's mental health, music and how our pasts have shaped us. One reoccurring theme throughout the entire episode has been religion and seeking more knowledge. Hope you enjoy!
Hey everyone, in this episode I sat down with coach Arrjun and discussed a wide variety of topics include mental and physical resilience, vegan and carnivore diets, exercise and more. Follow @arrjunaso on social media to find more interesting gems in the world of fitness.
Hey everyone, in this Sunday monologue I talk about how comparisons can negatively impact your mental health.
Hey everyone! Happy new year and welcome back to the Journey Podcast. In today's episode I had the chance to nerd out with my friend Presish about all things music! We talked about a lot of different aspects regarding the topic and I had a blast having this conversation. Please check it out!
Hey everyone, in this episode I had a chance to sit down with my friend Tate and discuss a variety of topics including the benefits of seeking uncomfortable experiences in the journey of growth. Please enjoy!
Hey everyone, for this week's Sunday Shorts episode, I elaborate on my experiences with journaling and the benefits I have accrued from the practice. Please enjoy this episode!
Corresponding blog: https://mashrurk.wordpress.com/2020/12/14/the-benefits-of-journaling/
Hey everyone, in this episode I sat down with my friend Shardar and we discussed the importance and benefits of self-reflection, given our current circumstances. Had a ton of fun during this conversation, so I hope you enjoy as well!
Hey everyone, I am publishing a new episode every Sunday from now as separate mini series where I briefly have a monologue (5-10 mins) about a specific topic. This week I talk about countering the innate negativity bias that we all feel. One of the main reasons as to why I am doing is because I feel like it will help me build momentum and also create more. So from now on, expect 2 episodes a week (Monday and Sunday). Thank you for your support!
Had an incredibly cerebral conversation with my brother Adam on a wide range of topics including morality, social discourse, mass hysteria, spirituality, Buddhism, meditation and so much more. I learned a lot from this conversation and I hope you do as well. If you enjoy what I do please consider sharing and supporting the show.
In this episode I sat down with my friend Milan and we discussed his experiences in martial arts. We also discussed mental health during the pandemic the impact that social media has on our thoughts and behaviours.
In this episode I have a conversation with my friend Razee who has been battling Corona. Given the circumstances, this was a very insightful episode as it gives the listeners a perspective of what the symptoms of COVID are like. The second half of the episode focuses on Razee's art and photography. Please check out his instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/razee_a/
Hello friends, in this episode we have Zak returning to discuss spirituality, death and dying. Zak also performed 4 songs live on the show so please enjoy this introspective and entertaining episode.
A fun episode of me just hanging out with my friend Armand and exchanging ideas. I vented a lot in this episode and it felt like a therapy session. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode I had a conversion with my friend Rae about her experiences planting over 185,000 trees in the span of 2 summers in Northern Ontario and Quebec. Hope you enjoy this episode.
After a 3 week hiatus, the Journey podcast is finally back on for weekly episodes. In this episode I have a fun and insightful conversation with my good friend Ashish about finding meaning in life and the benefits of being multi-faceted, among other interesting topics. Please enjoy!
In this episode I had the chance to sit down with my good friend Amir and touch upon a wide array of topics regarding health, technology, growth and friendship. Please visit his website: https://amirbagheri.ca/ for great content!
In this episode of the podcast, I had the chance to sit down with my good friend Ali and discuss a wide range of topics surrounding happiness, spirituality and mindfulness in the context of our lives. Hope you enjoy!
This episode was recorded a couple of months back and I just had a blast talking to my baby brother who was 8 when we recorded this. It was a super silly and fun conversation that I want to share with everyone. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode I have discussion with my friend Sid about overcoming obstacles and power of learning new things. We also touch upon a wide variety of topics such as discipline, honesty and personal growth through struggles. I had a wonderful time having this conversation and I hope you enjoy.
In this episode I catch up with my friend Shopnil. We talk about our personal growth over the past ten years and how we became the people that we are today. We talk about a lot of different topics including self-acceptance in the context of growth. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode I have a fun conversation with my friend Jane about her experiences with traveling the world. We talk about the importance of art and the importance of having multiple avenues of expression. Jane is also the artist behind the artwork for this podcast!
In this episode I sit down with my mentor from the University of Waterloo, Dr. Wade Wilson. Dr. Wilson has a strong background in sports psychology and mental strength training. We discussed different aspects of mental health such as anxiety, dealing with feelings of inadequacy, positive habits, expectations, comparisons, coping with mental health and much more in the current context.
In this episode I talk to my friend Kevin Wang about prioritizing your life such that you can have the best possible outcome, we talk about the Corona Virus and many other interesting topics. Please enjoy!
In this episode, I talk to my friend Annick about naturopathic medicine, holistic approaches towards health, building healthy habits, meditation and more!
In this episode I speak with one of my close friend Vlad about battling with Mental Health and overcoming these obstacles in the context of today through habits and other forms of therapy.
In this episode I sit down with my friend Rahul and talk about how our cultural identity was shaped through our experiences and interactions with our environments. We also talk about flaws within the system and systemic racism in the context of these system.
Dr. Frankie Condon is an associate professor of English at the University of Waterloo. Her interest and expertise lie in intersections between critical race, labor, and rhetoric studies, in narrative and performativity, and in critical pedagogy. She is also the author of Performing Anti-Racist Pedagogy in Rhetoric, Writing and Communication, I Hope I Join the Band: Narrative, Affiliation, and Antiracist Rhetoric. and The Everyday Writing Center: A Community of Practice. Given her field of study and the current circumstances of dissent, I thought it was necessary to have a conversation with her. In this episode we have a conversation about the history of systematic racism, Black Lives Matter protests, systematic racism in the Canadian and American context, police brutality and future steps for a more just world.
Please consider donating and spreading the word to the BLM movement: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Hi friends, in this episode I discuss the importance of resilience in life with my friend Theresa. We talk about her experiences in learning and teaching music. Theresa also enlightens us about the current vaccine situation about the Corona virus. Please enjoy!
On this episode I talk to my good friend Armand about accountability and the importance of friendships in the context of growth.
Welcome to the first episode of The Journey with Mashrur Kazi podcast. My name is Mashrur Kazi and I will be your host for this podcast. For the first episode I am joined by my friend Zakir Virani to discuss spirituality and travel among other things. Please enjoy !