Beyond the Summit with Amir Golshani
by Amir Golshani
Welcome to Beyond the Summit podcast with Amir Golshani, a global conversation with the athletes, artists, scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, thinkers and explorers who are redefining what it means to climb in life. Every episode brings you into the mind and journey of someone who has built, failed, recovered, evolved, and ultimately discovered a deeper understanding of health, wealth, purpose, and freedom. Each guest brings a unique story filled with insights you can apply to your own life. If you’re someone who wants to grow, build a meaningful life, expand your perspective, and learn directly from people who have walked the hard paths, you’re in the right place.
Episodes
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A Venture Capitalist’s Brutal Truth About Money, Power & Success - Seth Levine
Seth Levine, co-founder of Foundry Group and co-author of Capital Evolution, joins host Amir Golshani on Beyond the Summit to pull back the curtain on Silicon Valley, venture capital, and the true price of building an empire. From nearly losing their life savings starting a firm from scratch to...
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What Happens When the Global Economy Stops Growing? | Professor Tim Jackson
What if modern society’s obsession with infinite economic growth is actually destroying our physical health, our planet, and our core sense of meaning? In this eye opening episode of Beyond the Summit Podcast, host Amir Golshani sits down with world renowned ecological economist and author...
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Stop Trying to 'Fix' Your Life (Do This Instead) - Atousa Raissyan
Are you stuck in a cycle of "survival mode," constantly fixing things and feeling drained? You aren't lazy, you’re likely carrying a "tired identity." In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with spiritual mentor and artist Atousa Raissyan for a deep-dive conversation…
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Did the U.S. Just Fail in Iran? | Professor Kian Tajbakhsh
Is the United States facing a quiet, strategic humiliation in the Middle East? In this episode of the Beyond the Summit podcast, host Amir Golshani rejoins renowned international relations expert and former political prisoner Dr. Kian Tajbakhsh to dissect the hidden mechanics of a chaotic...
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The Illusion of Iranian Power: Why the Regime is Imploding | Jason Brodsky
In this high-stakes episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Jason Brodsky, Policy Director at United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI), to expose the "hollow" reality of the Iranian regime in 2026. As the naval blockade tightens and the Islamic Republic faces a "terminal"…
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U.S. Retired Admiral Mark Montgomery: The IRGC Must Be Punished
This episode of Beyond the Summit delivers a masterclass in global strategy as host Amir Golshani sits down with Retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery, the "chief architect" of modern cyber sovereignty and a definitive voice on integrated deterrence. In this explosive first episode, Montgomery…
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Is the Iranian Regime Actually Close to Collapse? Aaron David Miller
Is the Islamic Republic reaching a "hurting stalemate," or is the worst yet to come? In this urgent episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with veteran diplomat Aaron David Miller, a man who spent 25 years "in the room" serving six U.S. Secretaries of State, to deconstruct the...
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The End of the Regime: Canada’s Role in Iran’s Collapse | Peter MacKay
"Kick them out." These are the three words former Canadian Defense and Foreign Affairs Minister Peter MacKay has for those tied to the Iranian regime living in Canada. As the Iranian economy faces a 180% inflation "death spiral" and a naval blockade, we are at a historical hinge point. Is the...
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Save Its Head or Save Its Face? Iran’s Final Gamble | Dr. Nazee Moinian
In this high stakes episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Dr. Nazee Moinian, a diplomat, PhD scholar, and adjunct fellow at the Middle East Institute, to dissect a regime in its final bind. From the "unthinkable" possibility of a nuclear dirty bomb to the "Lionesses" of...
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"I Despise My Own Government" | Jeffrey Sachs’ Shocking Apology to Iran
In this explosive episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani goes head to head with world-renowned economist and geopolitical strategist Professor Jeffrey Sachs in a debate that challenges the very foundation of Western foreign policy. You are about to witness a rare, unfiltered...
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$435 Million a Day: The Math That Destroys The Iranian Regime | Miad Maleki
As a US naval blockade tightens around the Strait of Hormuz and a fragile ceasefire hangs by a thread, the Iranian regime is bleeding $435 million every single day. In this urgent episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Miad Maleki, Senior Fellow at the Foundation for...
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Iran’s Regime Thinks It’s Winning | Meir Javedanfar
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Dr. Meir Javedanfar, a leading Iranian-Israeli analyst and lecturer at Reichman University. As tensions reach a breaking point in the Strait of Hormuz and secret negotiations surface in Pakistan, Dr. Javedanfar delivers a...
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Iran Is Closer to Collapse Than Anyone Admits | Mehrdad Marty Youssefiani
Is the Islamic Republic closer to collapse than anyone admits? While the world watching the fragile ceasefire, a deeper crisis is unfolding inside Iran. The regime is no longer fighting to win, it is fighting to survive. In this high stakes episode of Beyond the Summit, we go behind the headlines...
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Why Iranians are "Afraid" of the Ceasefire | Behnam Ben Taleblu
Is this the end of the Islamic Republic, or just a strategic breather? At this historic inflection point, Amir Golshani sits down with Behnam Ben Taleblu (FDD) to dissect the fragile ceasefire in Islamabad and why the Iranian people are "afraid of peace." As the first high level physical...
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Iran’s Next Move: Dirty Bomb, Ceasefire… or War Again? | Farzin Nadimi
Is the Iran ceasefire a tactical masterstroke or a catastrophic trap? Dr. Farzin Nadimi reveals why the IRGC is racing toward a "Dirty Bomb" while the world looks away. The missiles have stopped, but the gears of war are turning faster than ever. In this urgent episode of Beyond the Summit, host...
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Trump’s Iran Strategy — The Real Game Behind It | Abteen Vaziri
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Abteen Vaziri, attorney, investment expert, and former U.S. Congressional candidate, to pull back the curtain on "Trump’s Gambit." While the mainstream media focuses on the surface-level chaos, Abteen reveals the "Real Game"…
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Iran Has Reached a Point of No Return | Professor Ali Ansari Explains
Has Iran reached the point of no return? In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Professor Ali Ansari, one of the world’s most preeminent historians of modern Iran, to navigate the "fog of history" and uncover the terminal decline of the Islamic Republic. While the...
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What Happens After the Fall of Iran’s Regime? | Mariam Memarsadeghi
What happens after the fall of Iran’s regime, and is the world ready for what comes next? In this urgent conversation, Amir Golshani sits down with Mariam Memarsadeghi, Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and co founder of Tavaana, to confront the question few are truly prepared to...
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Iran War Is Entering a Point of No Return | Prof. Robert Pape
If we cross that line, there may be no way back. What happens when power creates the illusion of control? In this episode, Robert Pape, one of the world’s leading experts on war and escalation, breaks down why the current Iran conflict may be approaching a point that cannot be reversed. Hosted by...
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Iran at the Breaking Point: Collapse, Chaos… or Democracy? | Kian Tajbakhsh
In this high stakes episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani sits down with Professor Kian Tajbakhsh, a respected scholar of urban policy, governance, and civil society whose profound insights are forged from both elite academia and the harrowing reality of political imprisonment inside...
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Iran After the Regime: Vali Nasr on Collapse, IRGC, and the Vacuum
This high stakes discussion with world renowned analyst Professor Vali Nasr provides a definitive look at an Iran currently undergoing its most seismic transformation in decades. In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani challenges the conventional wisdom that the Islamic Republic…
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Iran Ends in 1 of 3 Ways, Richard Miniter Explanis
In this gripping episode of Beyond the Summit, investigative journalist and national security expert Richard Miniter joins Amir Golshani to deconstruct the escalating conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States. Shifting the focus from headlines to the harsh realities on the ground,...
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Who Takes Power After Khamenei in Iran? Alex Vatanka on Iran’s Next Battle
Alex Vatanka, a renowned Iran analyst, talks to Amir Golshani and shares insights on Iran's internal power struggles, regional geopolitics, and the prospects for regime change. This conversation explores the complexities of Iran's regime, the impact of internal factions, and the potential future...
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The Fall of the Islamic Regime? Eli Lake on the "End of the Failed Experiment"
The fall of the Islamic Regime of Iran is no longer a question of "if," but "when." Renowned investigative journalist Eli Lake joins Amir Golshani to break down why the Iranian regime is at its weakest point in 47 years. From Israel’s unprecedented intelligence penetration to the "stolen...
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The Biggest U.S Mistake On Iran — Behnam Ben Taleblu Explains
In this episode, Behnam, a leading Iran analyst and senior director at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, talks to Amir Golshani and dives deep into Iran’s missile expansion, nuclear thresholds, and regional proxies. You'll discover how Tehran’s technical advancements, like 60% enriched...
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Will Iran’s Regime Collapse Or Is the IRGC Too Strong?
In this conversation, Dr. Afshon Ostovar joins Amir Golshani and delves into the intricate power dynamics within Iran, focusing on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its evolution from a disorganized group to a formidable institution. He discusses the IRGC's multifaceted role in...
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The Hidden Cost of Staying Quiet - Annahid Dashtgard
In this conversation, Annahid Dashtgard talks with Amir Golshani and shares her insights on belonging, leadership, and the personal journey of navigating identity as an immigrant. She discusses the profound impact of exclusion and the importance of confronting personal trauma to foster a sense of...
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Iran Is Closer Than You Think — Nazanin Afshin-Jam on Unity & People Power
In this conversation, Nazanin Afshin Jam talks with Amir Golshani about the importance of unity for Iranian people and emphasizes on the power of people's collective strength and also shares her journey as an activist, discussing the importance of collective action, the challenges of navigating...
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How to Build Discipline When Motivation Is Gone
Most people misunderstand pressure and discipline. This conversation resets both. In this conversation, Coach Willy Manigat talks with Amir Golshani and shares his journey from a competitive childhood in Montreal and Ottawa to becoming a successful coach at Brock University. He discusses the...
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Why “Islam Is the Problem” Feels True (And Why It Isn’t) | Dr. Reza Aslan
In this conversation, Reza Aslan discusses the enduring relevance of his book 'No God but God' with Amir Golshani and reflects on the evolution of his thoughts on Islam, identity, and the role of religion in society. He emphasizes the importance of understanding Islam in its historical context…
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How to Stop Waiting for Life to Begin (Without Quitting Your Job)
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, Amir Golshani interviews Sarah Doss, a product designer at Disney, who shares her unique approach to life and design. Sarah emphasizes the importance of curiosity, storytelling, and intentional living, discussing how she balances her full-time job with travel...
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Meditation Finally Works (Do This 5 Minutes a Day) | Forrest Knutson
In this enlightening conversation, Amir Golshani and Forrest Knutson delve into the practical aspects of meditation, emphasizing the importance of understanding how meditation works rather than relying on mystical interpretations. Forrest shares his journey into meditation, the challenges many...
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No Money. No Contacts. No Idea. Professor Sean Wise’s 24-Hour Playbook
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Sean Wise sits with Amir Golshani and shares his extensive experience in entrepreneurship, discussing the importance of willpower, the science behind successful startups, and the role of mentorship. He emphasizes the need for founders to embrace customer...
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He Spoke the Truth… and They Tried to Silence Him | Dr. Hessam Nowzari
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, Dr. Hassam Nowzari sits with Amir Golshani and shares his profound insights on health, culture, and the importance of integrity in science. He reflects on his diverse upbringing, the journey into science, and the significance of gratitude and curiosity in…
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What We Get Wrong About Trafficking, Power & the Fight for Freedom
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, Dr. Pardis Mahdavi shares her journey with Amir Golshani, as an anthropologist, storyteller, and university leader. She discusses her experiences growing up between cultures, the importance of amplifying marginalized voices, and the emotional challenges faced...
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Dr. Ali Khademhosseini: Printing Organs, Rethinking Meat & Betting on AI
A scientist who prints human tissues, builds meat without slaughter, and now uses AI to speed up discovery. In this conversation, Dr. Ali Khademhosseini sits with Amir Golshani and shares how he went from Tehran to MIT and Harvard, turned lab work into real treatments, and why the next decade of…
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The Secret Deal That Stole an Election? Inside Craig Unger’s 30 Year Investigation
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani engages with Craig Unger, a renowned investigative journalist and author, exploring his journey through the evolving landscape of journalism, the importance of truth, and the human lessons learned from decades of reporting on power and...
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She Escaped an Abusive Marriage — Then Changed Thousands of Lives : Dr. Roksana Bahramitash
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, Amir Golshani interviews Dr. Roksana Bahramitash, an Iranian-Canadian sociologist, writer, and filmmaker. They discuss her journey from Iran to Canada, her academic pursuits focused on women's empowerment, and the resilience of women in challenging...
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The Hidden Rule Every Champion Follows: Patrice Gheisar, Football coach
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, Amir Golshani sits down with football coach Patrice Gheisar, who shares his journey from a player to a transformative leader in sports. Gheisar discusses the importance of cultural roots, personal growth, and the shift from chasing personal success to...
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What They DON’T Tell You About Doing What You Love
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, Master Minji Jung shares her journey with Amir Golshani, shares insights on finding freedom in her profession and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. As a Taekwondo instructor, discussing the balance between her passion for martial arts and the challenges…
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From Proving Them Wrong to Finding Peace | National Champion
In this conversation, Gokhan Bozygit shares his transformative journey with Amir Golshani, from being a competitive swimmer to a coach, emphasizing the importance of redefining success, finding balance in life, and the lessons learned from failure. He discusses the significance of resilience, the...
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From War-Torn Iran to the American Dream | Siavash Fashi
In this episode of Beyond the Summit, host Amir Golshani interviews Siavash Fashi, founder of Six Packs Gym, who shares his incredible journey from a war-torn childhood in Iran to becoming a successful entrepreneur in America. Siavash discusses the importance of resilience, community, and...
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Startup Founder: Losing My Job Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me
In this conversation, Amir Golshani interviews David Sharpe, a startup founder and software developer, about his journey through various career shifts, the importance of health and wealth in achieving freedom, and the lessons learned from personal and professional challenges. David shares…
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About this show
Welcome to Beyond the Summit podcast with Amir Golshani, a global conversation with the athletes, artists, scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, thinkers and explorers who are redefining what it means to climb in life. Every episode brings you into the mind and journey of someone who has built, failed, recovered, evolved, and ultimately discovered a deeper understanding of health, wealth, purpose, and freedom. Each guest brings a unique story filled with insights you can apply to your own life. If you’re someone who wants to grow, build a meaningful life, expand your perspective, and learn directly from people who have walked the hard paths, you’re in the right place.
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