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AWESOME People
by Unite & Conquer
This is dedicated to anyone that’s been knocked down, but not out. The ones that fell to their knees, but rose back up. The ones that scratched and clawed, but never let go. The ones willing to admit their faults, move past their failures and improve...every...single...day. I hope these conversations encourage you to think critically, make you laugh hysterically, inspire you profoundly and remind you to practice gratitude...daily. My name is Iman Huschmand.Welcome to the conversation. Welcome to AWESOME People.
Episodes
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#27 | Dr. Shabnam Namin | From Lab Coat to Entrepreneur: Dr. Shabnam Namin's Journey to Revolutionize Skincare with Genix
Stepping out of the lab coat and into the entrepreneurial limelight, Dr. Shabnam Namin brings a fresh face to the beauty game with Genix. This trailblazing biomedical engineer turned skincare maven walks us through her transformative journey, from her roots in Miami to revolutionizing the…
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#26 | Sogol Asfharjavan | Cultivating Community Through Interior Design
Welcome back to AWESOME People, and I'm your host, Iman Huschmand, here to bring you another inspired episode with deeper level conversations. Today marks an exceptional moment, as we launch the 2.0 version of our podcast with our first in-person guest, Sogol Afsharjavan. From a childhood...
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#25 | Tymaz | Finding HOPE Through MUSIC
On my most recent birthday, May 31st, I was on a mission to make it special. I decided to do an AWESOME People episode with a real life warrior who has defied all odds. His name is Tymaz (which fittingly means “warrior” in Persian) and he’s a 23 year old, 3-time cancer survivor and 2-time bone...
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#24 | Dr. Mona Vand | Advance Your HEALTH To Advance Your WEALTH
On Thursday, April 21st I had the pleasure of having Dr. Mona Vand as my guest on AWESOME People. We talked about a wide range of things from her Persian immigrant life growing up, living a bicoastal life, her journey into Pharmacy, building her brand that has amassed a community of more than 2...
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#23 | Payam Banifaz | Do Or Do Not. There Is No Try.
It was a pleasure having Payam "Peter" Banifaz as my guest on AWESOME People. Many of you probably know him from his hilarious character, Mr. Esfahani, who kept us entertained during quarantine and throughout the pandemic playing the role of the "quintessential Persian Baba". What you might not...
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#22 | Dr. Mojgan Hakimi | Birth of PAWC and Helping Iranian Refugees
On Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 I had the pleasure of having a virtual sit down with Dr. Mojgan Hakimi. Dr. Hakimi is the Department Chair at the School of Psychology at Touro College in Los Angeles and the founder of the Persian American Women's Conference. PAWC is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit,...
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#21 | Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi & Princess Yasmine Pahlavi | Helping Iranian Refugees
What a treat it was for me to get into the mind and hearts of the Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and Princess Yasmine Pahlavi. I am sincerely grateful not just for the opportunity they gave me, but the trust they instilled in me to have such a “khodemooni” (casual) chat...on air. The wide ranging…
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#20 | Nazanin Nour | Forget The Haters: Just Do You!
My friendship with Nazanin, who like me is originally from the DC area, dates back to more than 15 years, including some time with us at Exclusively Entertainment. She’s come a long ways since then as an actor, writer and most recently, a judge on Persia’s Got Talent, alongside Ebi, Arash, and...
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#19 | Sami Beigi | Be Real With Yourself and Others
I'm super excited to have a candid conversation with a long time friend of mine, Sami Beigi. Our friendship dates back to more than 15 years ago and since then, he has become one of the most recognizable Persian pop stars in the world. With an endless list of hit songs including HMG, Ey Joonam…
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#18 | Shally Zomorodi | Love, Relationships, and Mental Health
In this episode of AWESOME People, my guest is Shally Zomorodi the Anchor on Fox 5 San Diego and social media darling. Shally is a popular news anchor, incredible mother, and vibrant spirit who embodies love. She is known for bringing Persian music to the forefront of American television with her...
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#17 | Introducing The Drop In | Raymond, DJ Pierre, DJ Saam
We already know it's been a crazy 2020 so are we really surprised that this New Year's Eve is going to be different too? But have no fear because my Exclusively Entertainment family has something special in store for you so that you can ring in the new year with amazing vibes and global tunes as…
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#16 | Keila, Stephen, & Jeremy | Honoring Kristopher Vincent
In this episode of AWESOME People, Iman's guest will be Kelia Speight and Jeremy MacLively who is the Manager at the Custom Ink store in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. In mid-November of this year, Kelia entered Jeremy's store requesting to have shirts made to help raise funds for her 4 year old son...
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#15 | Thanksgiving Special | Let's All Be Grateful and Give Thanks!
Episode 15 of AWESOME People marks the re-start of a podcast that Iman Huschmand started during Quarantine. After a self-imposed hiatus, he's back with not just a great line up of guests but with a lot on his mind. Just in time for the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, this Wednesday, November 25th,...
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#14 | Azin Mahoozi Shalan | Be True to Your Heart
In this episode of AWESOME People, Iman has a virtual chat with his long time friend Azin Mahoozi Shalan, the founder of Born2Dance studio. Recently, Azin publicly shared on her Facebook for the first time, the details and personal tragedy that she and her husband Rami experienced with the loss…
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#13 | Neema Naz | Taking a Break from Social Media and Being Healthy
On this episode of "AWESOME People", Iman has a virtual sit down with Neema Nazeri, better known as Neema Naz. Neema is an Iranian-Canadian comedian born and raised in Toronto. Growing up in such a diverse city, he is known for touching on many different cultures and backgrounds including his…
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#12 | Amir K. | Finding A Personal Voice In Comedy and Knowing When it's Right
In this episode of "AWESOME People" Iman Huschmand had a virtual hangout with the talented and hilarious comedian, actor and writer Amir Kamyab, better known as Amir K. Known for his appearances on MADtv, Argo and comedy stores around the country and abroad, Amir continues to expand his diverse...
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#11 | Haleh Gianni | How to Thrive During a Pandemic
On this episode of "AWESOME People" Iman Huschmand has a virtual sit down with Haleh Gianni. Haleh is the the founder of 505 Living, LLC, and a certified Life and Relationship Coach. With over a decade in practice, she has helped her clients understand their natural behavior, perception…
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#10 | Sareh Nouri | Having Resiliency as a Business Owner and Doing Things All The Way
In this episode of AWESOME People, Iman Huschmand had the opportunity to catch up his long time friend, and talented fashion designer, Sareh Nouri. The Virginia native has spent the majority of the past decade creating some of the most beautiful bridal gowns and sashes, and growing her fashion...
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#9 | Alibi of TM Bax | Alibi and TM Bax's Interesting Rise in the Persian Music Scene
In this episode of “AWESOME People” Iman Huschmand has a candid conversation with Alibi Rafeon, from the Persian Pop Group TM Bax. Alibi talks about growing up in the "ghetto" of Denmark, his relationship with his TM Bax brothers and what he hates the most! Please note that the original video was...
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#8 | Parsa Afsharjavan | Into the Mind of an Artist: The Paths We Take
In this episode of AWESOME People, Iman has a super candid conversation with his nephew Parsa Afsharjavan. Parsa (23) is a multi-faceted artist and has a unique and fresh perspective on life. The topics discussed were certainly wide ranging as the uncle/nephew ventured into topics including bed...
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#7 | Andy Madadian | The King of Persian Pop’s Charming Positivity
In this episode of AWESOME People, Iman Huschmand has an intimate chat with the legendary Persian Pop star, Andy Madadian. In this wide ranging and in-depth interview, Andy discusses what his recent star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame means to him, his opinion on the lyrics in today's music, his...
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#6 | Alan Berg | How to Get Proactive With Sales and Marketing During Lockdown
With more than 25 years in sales, marketing and sales management, Alan Berg has been called “The Leading International Expert on the Business of Weddings & Events”. He’s a Certified Speaking Professional™️, the highest earned designation conferred by the National Speakers Association, and one of...
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#5 | Maz Jobrani | What it Takes to be a Good Comedian and a Good Person
In this episode of "AWESOME People", Iman Huschmand has a candid conversation with one of the most beloved comedians, Maz Jobrani, who is Iranian-American. Now a father of two, Maz shares how he's been spending time during Quarantine, his advice to parents especially as it relates to supporting…
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#4 | Farzy Loko | Identify Your Audience and Define Your Niche
Farzy Loko (full name Farzam Kazemi) was born and raised in New Jersey, USA and currently residing in New Jersey. Growing up, he we went to Farsi school every Saturday which is where he learned how to read, write, and speak Farsi. He graduated college with a film making degree. "Throughout my…
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#3 | Bita Milanian | Why You Need the Right Mindset to Succeed
In this episode of "AWESOME People", Iman Huschmand has a candid conversation with Bita Milanian. Bita is the SVP of Global Marketing at Ribbon, Communications Strategist, Community Leader & Producer, just to name a few of her titles and roles. A true badass lady! As expected, Bita kept it 100%...
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#2 | DJ Bliss | Success and Blessings During This Unique Point In Time
In this episode of "AWESOME People", Iman Huschmand has a wide ranging conversation with Aras, who is best known for being Canada's celebrity Persian DJ...DJ Bliss. Born in Shiraz, Iran, is a place known for its rich culture, producing some of the greatest wine, mystics, and an entertainer who...
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#1 | Tehran Ghasri | How Entertainers and Comedians Are Dealing With The Lockdown
In this episode of "AWESOME People", Iman Huschmand sits down with the hilarious Tehran Ghasri, professionally known as Tehran, is an Iranian-American comedian, actor, host, television and radio personality, entertainer of African-American and Iranian descent. He performs stand-up comedy...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is dedicated to anyone that’s been knocked down, but not out. The ones that fell to their knees, but rose back up. The ones that scratched and clawed, but never let go. The ones willing to admit their faults, move past their failures and improve...every...single...day. I hope these conversations encourage you to think critically, make you laugh hysterically, inspire you profoundly and remind you to practice gratitude...daily. My name is Iman Huschmand.Welcome to the conversation. Welcome to AWESOME People.
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This is dedicated to anyone that’s been knocked down, but not out. The ones that fell to their knees, but rose back up. The ones that scratched and clawed, but never let go. The ones willing to admit their faults, move past their failures and improve...every...single...day. I hope these...
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