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Searching for Something Podcast
by Isaac Avena
Sometimes things make sense, sometimes they don't. Become a disciple of truth and follow the whims of curiosity. Maybe you'll learn, laugh, or waste your time. The ball is in your court.
Episodes
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Searching for Something #55 - Brain Rot Is Stealing Your Soul
When was the last time you sat alone with your thoughts… without reaching for your phone? After a 9-month hiatus, I’m back. This episode is about brain rot, dopamine, algorithms, and the quiet death of attention. We explore why people are terrified of silence, how short-form content casts a spell...
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Searching for Something #54 - Hussein Hallak
I searched for something with Hussein Hallak, founder, entrepreneur, strategist, and CEO of Next Decentrum, where he's helped startups and leaders around the world find clarity in chaos. He's also the author of The Dark Art of Life Mastery, a guide to living fearlessly, second-guessing less, and...
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Searching for Something #53 - How to Lock In
In this episode, I break down a simple, no-bullshit system to climb out of the mental fog: wake up earlier, walk in the sun, clean your room, and journal with purpose. We go deep on identity, soul alignment, and the subtle ways your life is hijacked by expectations, algorithms, and fake goals. I...
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Searching for Something #52 - Free Will, Corporate Puppets, and Divine Energy
Most people never realize they've been sleepwalking their whole life. This episode is about breaking out of autopilot and remembering you have a choice. From Newton's laws to Plato's cave, from my time at AWS to the corporate cuckoldry of LinkedIn, I unpack what it means to live with purpose...
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Searching for Something #51 - Assumptions, Thoughts Crimes, and a Month in India
What if posting online is the closest thing we have to living forever? What if your mind isn’t broken, it’s just a bull you’re too scared to ride? What if questioning the Holocaust or 9/11 could actually get you jailed? In this episode, I talk about taming mental chaos, taking a break from weed,...
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Searching for Something #50 - The iPad Generation: Our Post-COVID Reality
I talk about how life after COVID has changed everything—from skyrocketing anxiety and depression to kids practically born with iPads, small talk disappearing, and AI gobbling up jobs. I explain how to escape the doomscrolling loop by creating content that uplifts others, reminding you that the...
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Searching for Something #49 - Kevin Salinas
I searched for something with Kevin Salinas, entrepreneur, dating coach, and dating expert. We talk about heartbreak, self-awareness, and why prioritizing sex can sabotage genuine connections. Kevin highlights the power of intention, showing how deliberate action leads to more fulfilling...
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Searching for Something #48 - Rejection Therapy
I talk about rejection therapy and how facing fear can unlock your true potential. I dive into how our evolutionary drives for survival and replication shape our actions and how we operate on outdated hardware. Risking embarrassment is the price of living the life you want. I discuss the…
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Searching for Somthing #47 - God Gene, Self Belief, Looking Within
I talk about a theory of the Anunnaki and the God Gene—did ancient beings manipulate ape genetics to create humans? Ever wonder why gold has captivated us for thousands of years? We dive into these mysteries and what they might mean for us today. Then, I dive into the power of self-belief and how...
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Searching for Something #46 - DaShawn Neal
I searched for something with DaShawn Neal, a former party promoter and SoundCloud rapper who’s carved out a niche as a sales guru. Dive into our lively chat about the tricks of job interviews (or as I call it, professional lying), the transformative power of visualization inspired by Jeff...
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Searching for Something #45 - How to find your Gift
I talk about envisioning your legacy: What will your Wikipedia page say about you? I discuss the importance of living fully to leave a memorable impact, escaping societal expectations, and finding your true gift by giving love and elevating others. Learn actionable strategies like journaling to…
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Searching for Something #44 - Jordan Auerbach
I searched for something with Jordan Auerbach, engineer and yoga enthusiast. We talk about psychedelics, the rise of drug-centric apps like Telegram, and debate over drug legalization. We discuss why Instagram distributes softcore porn and TikTok's unrivaled algorithm, alongside Facebook's...
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Searching for Something #43 - Artie, Thoughtfully Mindless
I searched for something with Artie, the host of the Thoughtfully Mindless podcast. We talk about the death of Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew’s memory lapses, and dive into AI’s trickery with deepfakes. We also discuss 9/11 conspiracies, drag queens, gender conversations, autism, and secret…
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Searching for Something #42 - Johnny Scogins
I searched for something with Johnny Scogins, an Air Force veteran turned eminent LA photographer. Uncover the truth behind military camaraderie, the battle with mental health, and the unexpected paths to healing through humor. Johnny breaks down the transition from serving the nation to…
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searching for something #41 - Break the consumption cycle
I talk about swapping consumption for creation and transforming your energy into something meaningful. Why it matters: In a world dominated by consumptive habits, our lives often circle around endless intake—social media, news, and products, pushing our creative essence to the sidelines. This...
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Searching for Something #40 - How to make friends
I talk about the importance of not isolating ourselves and the necessity of being social. Discover how stepping out and connecting can transform our lives, emphasizing that true wealth lies in our relationships. Learn practical ways to foster meaningful friendships, from understanding others'…
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Searching for Something #39 - Samir Nasr
I searched for something with Samir Nasr, an entrepreneur and lifestyle influencer mastering Miami's dynamic social arena. We dive into the city's intense dating culture, exploring the impact of status and social hierarchy. Our conversation then shifts to the power of social media in personal...
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Searching for Something #38- Identity Formation, Age of AI, and Snoop Dogg
I talk about navigating self-identity in today's AI-driven world. I discuss how technology is reshaping industries but also challenging our notions of lucrative careers and self-worth. I explore the intriguing dynamics of personal branding, drawing lessons from Snoop Dogg’s ingenious advertising...
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Searching for Something #37 - DaShawn Neal
I searched for something with DaShawn Neal, a former party promoter and emerging rapper with a tale of struggle and triumph. We delve into his escape from an abusive, drug-laden past and the bullying that shadowed his high school years, culminating in a dramatic paramedic episode. Our discussion...
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Searching for Something #36 - Insta-Explicit, Porn Psyche, Dark Web Darkness
I talk about Instagram's evolution into a platform saturated with sexually suggestive posts, spotlighting how casual scrolling can become a pipeline to more explicit material. I discuss the 'Pornography Consumption and Cognitive-Affective Distress' study by the National Library of Medicine,...
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Searching for Something #35 - Drake vs Kanye, Middle East Conflict, and Drag Queen Story Time
I explore Drake’s repetitive hits versus Kanye’s sonic innovation, questioning if music today is mere comfort food for the ears. Navigating from pop culture to geopolitics, I scrutinize celebrity stances on Israel-Palestine, challenging the depth of their advocacy. I delve into the realms of...
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Searching for Something #34 - Demarcus Daquavious
I searched for something with Demarcus Daquavious, diving deep from his early days as a sneakerhead to his rise as a digital innovator. We talked about the secrets of big-time resellers who've transitioned from sneakers to scouring online price glitches for the next big margin. We talked about…
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Searching for Something #33 - God, Aliens, Political Parties, and Anti-Human Behavior
I talk about the potency of breath and the ecstasy of 'God's Time' in the flow state. Picture 'God': is it a malleable entity, shape-shifting like a balloon animal, unique to each of us? Together, we explore the vast mysteries of the world, the intricacies of what's beyond our comprehension, and...
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Searching for Something #32 - Hip-Hop, Drugs, Satanism, and Love
I talk about the profound influence of music on our psyche. Does the music we listen to have the power to lower our vibrational energy? We explore how prominent artists like Future might be shaping youth perspectives on drug use. I share a personal tale about an experience with Pop Smoke and the...
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Searching for Something #31- BXI
I searched for something with BXI, Seattle's breakout artist with a backstory as compelling as his tracks. From the turbulent streets of Missouri, where gang affiliations and unexpected challenges marked his youth, to academic triumphs that saw him skipping grades, acing the ACT, and diving into...
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Searching for Something #30 - Caleb John
I searched for something with Caleb John, a seasoned entrepreneur, and self-taught coding expert. From his audacious launch of a robotics company at just 16, to his latest venture, Pongo - an innovative AI-powered search tool transforming how businesses interact with documents and messages -...
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Searching for Something #29 - Samir Nasr
I searched for something with Samir Nasr, from Eagle Scout to financier to entrepreneur. Sparking the discussion, we challenge the societal norm - the accepted lifecycle of study, work, retire, and eventually die. Samir boldly breaks away from the mold, questioning this regimented pathway and...
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Searching for Something #28 - Paige Easter
I searched for something with Paige Easter, a women's empowerment coach who uniquely combines hypnotherapy with her coaching methods. As a co-host of 'The Shift to Freedom' podcast, she delves into personal development, mindset, and freedom. In our enlightening conversation, we dived into Paige's...
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Searching for Something #27 - Jake Laes
I searched for something with Jake Laes, the youngest-ever Program Manager at Techstars, a global startup powerhouse. We navigated the AI wave, exploring ChatGPT's vast potential to shape life and tech's future, drawing parallels to the internet revolution. We delve into the possibility of a…
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Searching for Something #26 - Mass shootings, Prostitution, OnlyFans, and Dating Apps
I talk about the web of controversial issues that shape our society, from the distressing phenomenon of mass shootings to the divisive debates around prostitution, OnlyFans, and dating apps. I delve into the patterns and motivations underlying our stance on these topics, painting a vibrant…
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Searching for Something #25 - The Shadow's Agenda
I talk about how our darker tendencies can align us with the most disturbing aspects of humanity's past. I recognize the wisdom found in patterns that surface through our behaviors. This awareness, cultivated through mindfulness of our thoughts and feelings, allows us to externalize our internal...
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Searching for Something #24 - Mikey Halim
I searched for something with young internet entrepreneur Mikey Halim, the creator of SRELIX Jerseys. He shares his journey to success, starting with early internet success in Madden Mobile coin automation mining, to making money off YouTube, and the value of money. Mikey talks about improving as…
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Searching for Something #23 - Mirai O-C
I searched for something with Mirai, a multidisciplinary artist, designer, and psychonaut. We talked about how cigarettes unite strangers, a breakdown of his art style, how we're receivers of ideas rather than creators, why there's no such thing as a "bad trip", getting stuck in thought loops,...
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Searching for Something #22 - Sue Johnson
I searched for something with Sue Johnson, a gifted medium, able to effortlessly pierce through the veil of consciousness and interact with the spirit realm. We talked about time being an illusion, predicting things that come true (like knowing her cousin's baby would die and knowing the winning...
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Searching for Something #21 - Procrastination is Not The Problem
I talk about why only 9% of people achieve their New Year's resolution goals, the importance of a winning mindset, how procrastination is the symptom and not the problem, a detailed look into the Ted Talk "The Master Key to Influence " by Dr. Myron Golden, how humans are singularly motivated by…
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Searching for Something #20 - Following Your Passion is Wrong
I talk about the importance of understanding who you are, how it's easy to live life on auto-pilot, how to recognize the trajectory of your life through an evaluation of your habits, why following your passion creates an overwhelming experience of choice-overload, how to realize where north is on...
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Searching for Something #19 - Kevin Salinas
I searched for something with Kevin Salinas, an entrepreneur, freelance copywriter, dating coach, and dating expert. We talked about what inspired him to create his company Effortless Dating, his customer demographic, becoming a better version of yourself, how pursuing women from a place of ego...
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Searching for Something #18 - Will Crocket
I searched for something with Will Crocket, an outdoor enthusiast, future journalist, author, poet, and overall student of life. We talked about hiking in the backcountry, Bigfoot researchers, if whether or not there is such thing as a pure selfless deed, if we could kill someone in self-defense,...
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Searching for Something #17- Annalise Litchard
I searched for something with Annalise Litchard, a quick-witted, articulate, constant flux of energy that cannot be tamed. We talked about whether or not we have souls, how everything can't be proved by science (yet), creationism, how it's in our nature to need answers; the importance of…
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Searching for Something #16- Logan Sitkin
I searched for something with Logan Sitkin, an ex-bookie, sports fanatic, and future attorney-at-law. We talked about sports and why people love rooting for teams, the integration of politics and social justice movements within sports, how people don't know how to disagree, the Texas school...
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Searching for Something #14- Don't Kill Yourself
I talk about reasons why you shouldn't kill yourself, that you are the entire culmination of your bloodline, how we rationalize ourselves into isolation, trauma is like experiencing war, why we need a community to heal, and a high-level breakdown of the concept of the Dao, and the different…
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Searching for Something #13- Sheikh Sai
I searched for something with Sheikh Sai, a music producer who is absolutely on the rise. If you listen to Lil Tjay, Roudie Rebel, Bryson Tiller, and Cardi B, you will know his sound. We talked about networking in the music industry, the process of getting your music played for A-list artists…
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Searching for Something #12 - Michael "Prod" Kare
I searched for something with music-producing aficionado, Michael Kare who is more popularly known as Prod Kare. We talked about how he developed his sound, music influences, the music industry's current state, how he goes about producing music, the challenges as a sound engineer, and much more....
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Searching for Something #11 - The Oscar's Conspiracy, Comedy, and Free Speech
I talk about the conspiracy theory of this year's Oscars, Will and Jada Smith, ad memorability, financial interest in getting eyeballs, my thoughts on the slap that was heard across the "world", and the gradual encroachment of our rights.
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Searching for Something #10- Toshi Take
I searched for something with Toshi Take, a senior in electrical engineering at the University of Washington. We talked about how corporations know how to exploit you through the use of data, doom scrolling, how children are most at risk of being influenced, ethical dilemmas faced in tech, the...
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Searching for Something #9- Friedrich Nietzsche, Viktor Frankl, Meaning, and David Goggins' 10 Rules
I talk about two of my favorite quotes from Friedrich Nietzsche, Viktor Frankl and his approach towards finding meaning in life, the importance of goals, meditation in motion, David Goggins and his 10 rules to help shift your mind to become a winner.
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Searching for Something #8 - Therapy or DMT?
I talk about why we get tired of drinking water, how our mind is an ever-evolving escape room that you can't escape, therapy, DMT, symbols of the unconscious, the importance of laughter backed up by research, finding your compass to guide your life, allegory of the cave, programmed-out adults…
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Searching for Something #7- Jake Laes
I searched for something with Jakes Laes, a cooking enthusiast, alcohol connoisseur, musician, and future venture capitalist with a passion for the intersection between biology and technology. We talked about different types of liquor and wine, the artistic expression in cooking, different…
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Searching For Something #6- Will & Joe
I searched for something with Will and Joe, two students from the University of Washington. We talked about mental health, the implications the Metaverse will have on our well-being, how partisan the world is, censorship, who gets to define what hate speech is, biases, why people hate LeBron and...
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Searching for Something #5 - Walking, Social Media, Kobe Bryant, and Massages
I talk about how walking allows you to keep up with your mind, passively consuming social media is like chasing the dragon for a heroin user, Kobe Bryant mythologized himself to escape public scrutiny, and that you can't get a massage late at night without looking like a pervert.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Sometimes things make sense, sometimes they don't. Become a disciple of truth and follow the whims of curiosity. Maybe you'll learn, laugh, or waste your time. The ball is in your court.
HOSTED BY
Isaac Avena
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