Beyond the Present Podcast

The year 2020 is here and the crew behind Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast is here to celebrate the first day that marks the beginning of not only a new year but also a new decade. As is common at this time of year many of us write our New Year’s Resolutions, however, the unfortunate fact is that most of us abandon the goals that we set at the beginning of the New Year by January 15th of that same year, but why is that? To answer this question Daniel and Pouya sit down to discuss goal setting that lasts so that we can keep all of our resolutions and realize them in the fullness of time. Happy New Year to all of our listeners and we are happy to share with you this program to make 2020 the best year of your life!

There is no denying the fact that our environment, situation, and the events in our lives all have an impact on our emotional state and sunny days, lucky wins, and happy endings can make anyone feel positive. But what if the weather is too cold and snowy, the day is filled with one unlucky event after another, and your efforts seem to yield no results! How could you remain positive in those situations? The answer lies in having an internal locus of control and generating a positive state from within. In this program as part of the solo edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Daniel shares with you how to become a source of positivity in a world that thrives on negativity. One of the most important skills in leadership is the ability to motivate and cheer up those who have lost hope, this short talk will show you how to do just that!

On our 100th episode we are here to answer a few handpicked questions by our listeners as part of the Ask Dan Anything edition. Join Pouya as he asks the top questions from Daniel regarding a variety of things ranging from personal to esoteric!

We all know that we got to risk it to get the biscuit but why don’t we actually do it? In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present podcast Daniel and Pouya discuss living life on edge vs playing it safe and articulate the importance of taking risks to achieve greatness in any facet of life. You will also be introduced to the concept of risk mitigation through the creation of options so that you are more willing to take bigger risks that can take your personal and professional life to the next level. Stop playing it safe and start listening to this program!

Why do most problems remain unsolved? Why are most dreams not achieved? Why do a lot of us don’t get what we want? The answer will surprise you: because most people do not even make one attempt to achieve them as they are afraid of being rejected. In this solo round of Beyond the Present Podcast Daniel shares his personal motto of “no inner limits or outer borders” and discusses how we can live without any internal or imagined barriers and learn to never reject ourselves in attempting to get what we want. If you feel stuck, this short talk will hopefully make you unstuck!

Kanwar shares with us what being a Plurilingual means, how it has shaped his identity and in what ways it can help him become a better teacher. Enjoy! Download Show Notes

Your ability to effectively deal with the emotional ups and downs of life is not only essential to your happiness, it is actually a vital factor in achieving success since nothing reduces your overall motivation and hinders your progress more than having to constantly stop or slow down due to having gone through an emotional roller coaster. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast, Daniel and Pouya discuss emotional resilience in detail and offer key steps to take so as to boost one’s emotional resilience in tough situations.

Your self confidence is nothing more than your psychological immune system that protects you from negative emotions caused by facing with setbacks, failures, and rejections and by taking the right steps to boost your level of self confidence you can insure your emotional well-being irrespective of the situations that you find yourself in. The latest solo edition of Beyond the Present Podcast will help you distinguish situational confidence and fake confidence from authentic confidence and offers tips on how to build and boost true confidence.

The Matrix is not merely one of the most renowned blockbusters of all times, it is also one of the deepest and most philosophical movies ever made to not only entertain the audience but to make them ask key questions about life, freedom, autonomy, and free will. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast Daniel and Pouya discuss both the movie as well as the matrix of life that is kept hidden from the eyes of most of us. Understanding the matrix behind most social events can open up the gateway to the knowledge that very few possess and if you want to have access to this secret gateway then listen to this program to see how deep the rabbit hole goes!

Anyone who has ever changed the world did so by first coming up with a dream and then acting on it until the inner world of desires and ambitions gave their place to the outer world of reality for everyone to see and cherish. In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Daniel and Pouya join Olga and Ilya to discuss the importance of discovering our dream, coming up with a plan of action, and then getting busy working on realizing our dreams and achieving our goals! Life is too short to live without a dream and if you want to get started on the journey of goal setting and goal achieving then let this program show you how! You can listen one of Olga's music here

The BTP team is proud to present a new addition to Beyond the Present Podcast dedicated exclusively to responding to the questions asked by the listeners of our shows. Even though all the questions that we received were quite worthwhile we selected a hand few that we thought would offer useful insights not only to those who asked the questions but also to anyone listening to the podcast. Feel free to submit your questions for future ADA programs on our website or directly contact @pouyalj the producer of the show.

Criticism is an inevitable if not frequent part of our lives and the more ambitious our plans and ideas the more criticism we tend to receive, thus, knowing how to deal effectively with criticism is an essential skill on the path to prosperity. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast, Daniel and Pouya sit down to discuss all things criticism and they go on to describe the four types of criticism and how we can deal with them effectively. Not knowing how to respond well to a criticism can threaten your relationships as well as your plans so give this short program a listen to insure the safety of both.

It is said that you randomly come up with four ideas per year during your daily commute each one of which could make you a millionaire, yet the vast majority of us fail to materialize our ideas and convert them into a business or practical means of serving others. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast, Daniel and Pouya share with you some ideas on how to bring your ideas into reality and overcome the inner obstacles that prevent you from doing so.

Pouya sits down with Ali and Kanwar to talk about depression, mental health, social media, what it means to be depressed and how we can cope with it in today's world. Our guests will be sharing some personal insights into how they dealt with depression and/or anxiety and how they managed to overcome them. In this episode we address some of the missing pieces of mental health as we come to see and understand them in our own lives.

One of the biggest issues in learning a foreign language is acquiring proper pronunciation habits so as to be well understood when communicating with the other speakers of that language. Alas, most of us struggle with a thick foreign accent upon speaking our target languages. In this program as part of the Polyglot Edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast you will be reminded of the importance of developing good pronunciation habits and are offered a few tips on how to actually do just that. If you don't want to speak your target languages just to see that the native speakers can't understand a single word you are saying then make sure to listen to this program.

Apart from death all other defeats are psychological, this is the belief that many high achievers live by! In this program as part of the Let's Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Daniel and Pouya delve deep into the concept of refusing to accept failure and moving on after having faced with obstacles and setbacks. Developing a strong mindset can make the difference between inspiring victory and utter failure and having a long term mindset that allows you to think on a macro level rather than a micro one makes the development and maintenance of this mindset possible! If you want to internalize the aforementioned concept then give this program a listen and make sure to tune back whenever you face with setbacks on the way to your goals.

If you think UFO’s were a fad that belonged to the 20th century and they have since disappeared then think again! The Pentagon’s new interest in all things UFO’s following the announcement of US Space Force has made many wonder whether UFO’s can actually be the next big thing on humanity’s expedition in search of alien technologies. In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast Daniel and Pouya join Deep Prasad to discuss the issue of UFO’s and how it might affect our societies, economies, and very future. Whether you are a firm believer in UFO’s, an agnostic one, or someone who openly rejects their existence, you can find tons of useful information in this episode so don’t miss out!

If you have no plan for a good financial future then you cannot have one which is why in this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast (BTP) Daniel and Pouya discuss the issue of personal finance and help the listeners understand the formula for building wealth so as to move from financial insecurity to financial security and beyond towards financial independence and eventually financial freedom. They also emphasize on the importance and practicality of real estate investment and discuss the prospect of building wealth with the help of Airbnb, the online service that has transformed renting houses all over the globe. You will never become wealthy through income alone no matter how high your income and in this program you will learn what millionaires and billionaires have done for centuries to amass their wealth.

Your social circle will set the boundary as to what you can and cannot do and what outcomes you will obtain in your life. Following a question asked by one of the avid listeners of Beyond the Present Podcast, Daniel delves deep into the issue of social circle management and how to end friendships and relationships that no longer serve a purpose and instead making them with like minded men and women who are on the same path in life as you. Either your friend, contact, or partner is growing with you or is stopping your growth which is why you want to do what Brian Tracy recommends and “never make useless acquaintances!”. In this solo round you will learn exactly how to implement this strategy in your own social circle.

It is said that you are the sum of the five people you spend the most time with and in this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast, Daniel and Pouya discuss the issue of friendship and shed light on what it means to have true friends! True friendship is founded upon a win-win dynamic among two sides with mutual interest and in this program you will learn why thinking win-win can pave the way for acquiring true success and happiness in life!

Govind Mohan is a Mathematician, Philosopher and an entrepreneur . Deep Prasad is a Physicist, Philosopher and an entrepreneur. More information about them can be found in the show-notes. In the 20th century, we reached a synergistic pinnacle in mathematics, computing and the sciences that allowed us to abstract a very fundamental human task -- learning. One of the major contributing factors to this was David Hilbert's undertaking to create a foundation for mathematics. This subsequently allowed for the development of inference/deduction engines that were able to automatically prove theorems (since there was now a rigorous definition for a proof). Following this, our focus was shifted towards the study of probability, which allowed us to use uncertainty to model events. However, there is no widely accepted unification of these methods. What would such a unification look like? How can we teach computers to make clear, explainable inferences that make use of probability? Is there more to human cognition than this combined process? VIEW/DOWNLOAD SHOW NOTES

Throughout the history many changes and revolutions in the field of medicine have led to the creation of new approaches to the subject and many patients have benefited from various types of therapies and healing; however, modern medicine has stood against the former approaches and labeled them unscientific, but is the scientific community right about this? In this episode of Beyond the Present Podcast Daniel and Pouya join Emilija to discuss the shortcomings of modern medicine and criticize alternative medicine for those who might opt for the latter. Medical error is one of the causes of death in the United States as well as the rest of the world and if you are concerned whether you should trust your doctor or not then you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode!

One year ago this time, the idea behind a podcast centered on the notions of futurism and success sparked in the minds of the cofounders of a program that was later dubbed Beyond the Present Podcast. Ever since the podcast has undergone changes and development so as to offer its listeners not only quality information but also motivation and the spirit of self education. In this anniversary edition of BTP podcast, Daniel and Pouya discuss what has occurred in their lives since the beginning of the show and offer interesting insights on what they have learned over the course of the year that went by. They also share some insights about the future plans that they have for the podcast. This anniversary edition is jam packed with information and you are recommended to listen to it if you have been enjoying our shows over the past 12 months.

One of the most common reactions upon facing with difficulties or experiencing hardships is to start looking for people or things to blame so as to make ourselves feel good, alas, this strategy leads to short term gain for long term pain! In this program as part of the Solo Edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast Daniel will share with you why the top performers in any field refuse to blame anyone or anything for their problems and instead take responsibility for what they have and what they want to achieve in the future. This program will help you stop the blame game once and for all and if you want to become the master of your destiny then give this short program a listen.

Helen Keller so aptly once said “your life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all” and she did so to demonstrate the importance of risk taking in life. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Daniel and Pouya discuss the issue of taking risks in all areas of life from business and entrepreneurship to relationships and hobbies. The biggest risk you can ever take is to not take any risk and to avoid making that mistake you are recommended to listen to this program.

One of hottest debates with respect to relationships is concerned with the issues of monogamy, polygamy, and polyamory which affect the lifestyle of both men and women in their relationship with the opposite gender. In this controversial program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Daniel and Pouya not only define all three approaches to romantic relationships but also share their own experiences with the aforementioned. There are no universal solutions when it comes to romance and love and in this program you will find out the reason why.

It is said that the quality of discipline is the chain that links motivation and success together and in this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Daniel and Pouya discuss the aforementioned elements. They offer solutions regarding sustainable motivation that lasts long after the initial motivation caused by the novelty has dissipated and mention how choosing the right goals based on your inherent talents will lead to a natural state of discipline and persistence in the face of obstacles and setbacks. If you want a key chain made of motivation, discipline, and success then this program is right up your alley!

The more words you know in a foreign language the better you can understand others and express yourself in that language. However, not all words are created equal and certain words are of higher importance for language learners than others. In this Polyglot edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast, Daniel talks about the importance of constantly expanding your vocabulary in your target language using the 80/20 rule and offers a few tips on how to do just that. If you are a language learner then this program is a must for you.

How much of the food and groceries that you purchase on a regular basis is being wasted? This question dominates the majority of the conversations that take place as Daniel and Pouya join Jaya, an expert in the field of agriculture and food production, to discuss the issue of food waste. What is food waste and how preventable a problem is it? What are the consequences of letting fruits, vegetables, and other food products get wasted? What measures can be taken to reduce food waste? What role does technology play in this issue with things such as lab made meat? The aforementioned are but a small portion of what is addressed in this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast and if you are someone who cares about the environment or happen to be a food lover then this program is right up your alley.

The issue of human rights has been used by governments around the world to find out how well one nation’s leadership measures against others but the same nations who claim to be support human rights ultimately undermine the rights of their citizens. Sweden reduces the rights of men in favor of feminism, France attacks and suppresses its own citizens who are protesting against the government, the US government taps the phones of its citizens, Middle East, well let’s not even talk about the Middle East! In this controversial program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Daniel and Pouya take a critical approach towards the issue of human rights and even go as far as proposing the privatization and promotion of human rights with the help of non-profit as well as for profit organizations around the world given the fact that most governments have only managed to promise human rights without delivering on it. This program will make you rethink the concept of human rights!

What if most of what you have been told or taught was wrong? The aforementioned question dominates the entire discussion in the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast as Daniel and Pouya talk about the ways in which we can discern good information from bad. In this program the notion of truth as well as misinformation are discussed and the reasons as to why they might not always go along with one another to keep the societies functional and in order. More importantly, you will find many tips on how to know what sources of information to pay heed to and which ones to avoid. This program will help you see a portion of the matrix behind the day to day information that you receive and if you want to see how deep the rabbit hole goes then give this program a listen.

The number one mistake when it comes to studying foreign languages is the word “studying” and tearing a foreign language like a school subject that one has to study. The second biggest mistake is tearing a foreign language as something foreign. Luckily for language learners both mistakes can be corrected by incorporating the method of immersion and making a new language a part of one’s life instead of something that one has to study. In the second episode of the Polyglot Edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast, Dan will introduce you to the concept of immersion in learning foreign languages and how you can take your language learning program to a whole new level.

As the threat of technological disruption becomes more and more real and reports after reports list out the jobs that are supposed to disappear in a matter of decades if not years due to automation and artificial intelligence, some governments have already begun working on realizing the notion of universal basic income so as to make sure technological disruption doesn’t undermine the survival of lower and middle class citizens. In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Dan, Marvin, and Pouya discuss the issue of universal basic income from all its perspectives, criticize the negative consequences of free money, praise the lives that could be saved by it, and analyze the practicality of the concept as a whole. This episode shows how technology can force politics and economics to change their rules and if that seems interesting to you then give this episode a listen.

Almost all of us know that the very best things in life are located on the other side of fear and outside of the comfort zone, but why is it that we decide to remain in the comfort zone despite it all? As requested by one of our listeners, in this Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the ins and outs of the comfort zone, explain why we remain in the comfort zone, and offer solutions on how to get ourselves to leave the comfort zone. Success is the very result of leaving your comfort zone in order to expand it and if you feel like you are stuck in the old way of thinking and doing things then this program will tell you how to break out of it.

BTP podcast is proud to present the polyglot edition, short programs focused entirely on learning foreign languages. Daniel Molgan’s upcoming book is meant to help you become fluent in your chosen foreign language(s) and the programs in this new edition will cover various aspects of foreign language learning in short informative episodes. In the first program as part of the polyglot edition you are introduced to the concept of knowing why you should learn a foreign language and how should you take the first steps on the path to fluency. You can subscribe and listen to BTP podcast on iTunes, Podbean, and GooglePlay.

Almost everything in the Information Age has to either undergo change to become compatible with the new reality or risk going extinct and education is no exception. In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix join Kenny to discuss a new and refined approach to education in a manner befitting the 21st century. What are the main responsibilities of education and educators in the 21st century? Why is there a decline in passion and zest in education and what could be done about it? How can we transform the field of education and make it compatible with the contemporary world? These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of BTP podcast.

It is said that the best decisions are made logically but does that mean that we can simply switch off our emotions to make our decisions? In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the logical and emotional hemispheres of the brain and why we need to rethink the whole concept of logic vs emotion as the human essentially runs on emotions and being logical is nothing more that controlling and managing emotions and not switching them off. Striking a balance between your logical and emotional mind is the key to reaching fulfillment in life so listen to this program to learn to do just that.

The concept of warfare taking place in the outer space was one of the most popular and sought after trends in the 20th century entertainment but the concept of humanity raging war in space is not far from reality in the 21st century especially after the recent announcement of a US Space Force by the Trump administration. In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix join Emaad to discuss the consequences of mixing politics with space exploration. How does politicizing human presence in space affect the decisions of the leaders of nations? Could humanity go to war in space? What will a space war between two or more nations look like? Could space force save humanity from space danger such as asteroids? These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of BTP podcast and if you want to know how future wars will look like then do not hesitate to listen to this program.

The New Year is upon us and in this Christmas special Danny discuses the ins and outs of New Year’s Resolution as part of the solo edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast. If you want to know how to set the goals that will make 2019 one of the best years of your life then you need to give this 15 minute program a listen.

We all admire the heights reached by athletes but the truth is that often the major contributing factor to the success obtained by top athletes is their way of thinking and emotional makeup. In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix join Ishaan to discuss the ins and outs of an athletic mindset. What is an athletic mindset? How does one acquire the emotional resilience found in top athletes? How can one develop discipline, consistency, and grit on the way to victory? How can we build a competitive edge in what we do? These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of BTP podcast and if you want to know why kids love athletes then listen to this program while running on the treadmill!

The holiday season is upon us and most of us are now wondering what gifts to buy our loved ones. We at Beyond the Present Podcast consider books to be one of the best gifts to ever give or receive and as a result in this program as a part of the Let’s Talk edition of BTP podcast Danny and Poujix offer their book suggestions for this holiday season. From the unease feeling caused by reading Homo Deus: A Brief History of Future and Fear: Trump in the White House to the awe inspiring moments when reading 21 Lessons for the 21 Century and How Democracies Die to the enlightenment felt by The Laws of Human Nature and Rich Dad Poor Dad 20th Anniversary Edition the books that we recommend for the holiday season have all the potential to change your personal and professional lives for the better and if personal transformation and self-study are concepts that you find interesting then you should give this program a listen.

Despite all the benefits that we enjoy in the modern world humanity is concerned regarding its wellbeing or even survival endangered by threats such as global warming, artificial intelligence, asteroids, but the biggest threat that most of us have overlooked is the menace caused by super bugs! In this episode of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix join Emmy to discuss the next biggest crisis that is expected to afflict human health care in the coming decades. What are super bugs and where do they come from? What are the dangers posed by super bugs? How can we prevent being infected with super bugs and keep them at bay? Why does the world politics needs to step away from privatized health care and shift towards a more universal health care system that has the means necessary to deal effectively with health hazards like super bugs? If you are health conscious then please go wash your hands and then come back and give this episode of BTP podcast a listen.

Living in the complex world of communication with massive amount of data generated daily one wonders what's to happen, how can one remain secure and what the future entails? These questions and what DataX is trying to accomplish are explored in conversation with Govind. DataX is a one-stop shop for all data needs! find out more at DataX

Ever since the first man walked on the moon humanity’s interest in space exploration and colonizing other plants has led to the creation of many works of fiction from Star Wars and Alien to Mass Effect and Gravity but how much of what are depicted in such masterpieces is accurate? In this episode of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix joins Emaad to discuss all things astrophysics and delve deep into space exploration. What is astrophysics and how is it applied to our lives? How is space exploration technology being developed and what is its future? How could humanity live on other planets? Could we send our children to school on Mars?! These are but a few of the questions that are answered in the first part of the space exploration program as part of Beyond the Present Podcast. How many astrophysicists does it take to change a lightbulb on Mars? If you want to know then give this episode as the first part of our space exploration program!

Most of us agree that learning a foreign language is indeed useful but not all of us are aware of the subtle changes that learning a foreign language makes in our personality and behavior. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) podcast Danny and Poujix discuss how learning foreign languages can affect one’s personality and hint at the Danny’s upcoming book The Polyglot Guidebook: How to Become Fluent in Speaking Foreign Languages set to be released on April 27th 2019. A language is not just a means of transferring your ideas to someone else, it is a new window for looking at the world and in this program you will find out why that is the case.

We all admire those who are committed enough to their visions and convinced enough to try to realize those visions which is why founders and entrepreneurs have received so much attention in the media these days. In this episode of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix join Meghavi Patel, founder of the nonprofit Animal Care Zone (animalcarezone.org) to discuss what it takes to become a founder of an organization, company, or small business and what it takes to lead one’s team toward a common goal. What is leadership and how does it differ from management? What are the required characteristics to become a founder? How should we deal with the obstacles and difficulties of management and leadership? These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of BTP podcast and even if you have the slightest interest in entrepreneurship, leadership, or management then this episode is meant for you.

In a world where due to our hyper connectivity we are sharing more and keeping fewer secrets, the issue of privacy remains as one of the major concerns for most of us not only online and on social media but also in our personal and professional relationships. In this program as part of the Let’s Talk edition of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix discuss the issue of personal privacy online and off by analyzing how our sharing culture despite its merits in terms of reaching a wider audience has actually taken away our privacy and they also offer solutions on how we can protect our privacy when interacting with the people around us. Privacy is a fundamental human need and in this program you will learn how to satisfy this very need.

One of the prominent factors that determines whether or not you can achieve long term goals is how motivated you are, but what if your goal is not to just remain motivated but to make others motivated? In this episode of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix join Ishaan to discuss the ways by which we could motivate the people around us. What is motivation and how can we be motivated? What are the ways by which motivation can be shared with or aroused in others? Why your social circle and daily habits have so much to do with your level of motivation? These are but a few of the questions discussed in this episode of Beyond the Present Podcast and if you or someone you care about needs motivation then this episode is right for you!

Long term thinking makes the difference between a reactive life where the the events of the outside world determine your experiences and results versus a proactive life where you get to choose how to live according to your own design. In the third program as part of the Solo Edition of Beyond the Present (BTP) Podcast Dan talks about why in order to be happy in the present moment we actually need to think long term by first designing a vision for our future and then making decisions in the present moment based on that future ideal. They say if you don’t know where you are going any road will get you there, in this brief program you will be reminded of the importance of knowing your destination before starting the march!

If someone were to tell you that he or she would prefer to spend some time alone you would probably think that the individual has a serious problem or is suffering from depression; however, spending time alone to reflect has been practiced by some of the greatest men and women throughout history. In this episode of Beyond the Present Podcast Danny and Poujix join Ali to discuss the ways in which we could enjoy spending time alone. What are the benefits of spending time alone to reflect on the events of our lives? How does our distracted world interfere with reflection? How can we spend our time alone based on our unique personality and inclinations? These are but a few of the questions discussed and answered in this episode of BTP podcast and whether you are someone who hates being alone or someone who spends most of her time alone then this episode can tilt your mind and give you some good idea on how to spend your time alone!