Beyond the Present Podcast

Let's Talk: Most of the information you get isn't good for you!

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. 

Polyglot Edition Episode 2: The Method of Immersion

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.

#37-Technological Disruption and UBI

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. 

Let's Talk: Comfort Zone

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.

Polyglot Edition Episode 1: Starting the Journey of Language Learning

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.

#36-Education

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. 

Let's Talk: Logical V Emotional

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.  

#35-Space Wars!

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. 

Solo Round#4: New Year's Resolution

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. 

#34-Athletic Mindset

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! 

Let's Talk: Books for holidays

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.

#33-AMR aka Superbugs

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.