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In this episode, Mindie sits down with Grammy Award-winning producer, composer, and author Barry Goldstein for a rich conversation about music as a tool for healing, heart coherence, creative flow, and energetic management. Barry shares his unlikely journey (from house music and hip hop in the Bronx, to winning a Grammy with Les Paul, to pioneering the use of music and sound as medicine) and offers deeply practical wisdom for entrepreneurs looking to protect their energy and bring their biggest visions into the world.Episode HighlightsFrom the Bronx to the Grammy stage — Barry grew up with a love of music planted by his mother at the piano, learned guitar in the '70s (sporting what he calls "the Jaffer," a Jewish Afro), and eventually won a Grammy for Best Rock Instrumental working alongside Les Paul, the inventor of the electric guitar.Burnout led to breakthrough — After achieving success in club music and hip hop production, Barry hit a wall. Determined to reconnect with the joy of music, he set his metronome to 60 BPM and began composing long, unstructured soundscapes, unknowingly pioneering what we now understand as heart coherence music.The science of sound and heart coherence — Barry breaks down how music at 60 BPM can synchronize your heart rate, slow your breathing, and produce smooth, orderly heart rhythms (the very definition of heart coherence) while simultaneously shifting the brain into alpha and theta waves associated with creativity and flow state.Music as energetic management — Barry reframes music not just as art or medicine, but as a tool for scheduling and protecting your energy throughout the day. He lays out a simple "three meals a day" approach: an activating song in the morning, a mid-day reset during your energy dip, and 60 BPM music in the evening to wind down and unlock insight before sleep.Creativity belongs to everyone — Barry makes the case that creativity isn't reserved for artists. Every interaction, every moment of connection, ripples outward in ways we can't always see. He encourages listeners to carve out even five minutes a day for their vision and watch momentum build.Embrace the edge — Barry's closing message to entrepreneurs on the precipice of something new: the edge is exactly where you want to be. Whether it leads to a fall or to soaring, the gift is in being there at all, alive to possibility and in motion on your HeartPath.

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Dr. Shelina Jaffer's physician burnout journey is textbook—until it isn't. This London-based GP normalized stress and physical symptoms for months before a moment of emotional darkness forced recognition: this was advanced burnout. Her recovery story and the creation of Haven Within offers a roadmap for healthcare professionals seeking sustainable wellbeing.  Is your practice growth-ready? See Where Your Practice Stands: Take our Practice Growth Readiness Assessment  Read the full show notes, memorable quotes, and key takeaways.  Shelina shares the classic burnout progression many physicians experience: taking work everywhere, dismissing new health issues as "just stress," and pushing through until the body demands attention. Her immediate physical improvement after changing roles highlights how directly occupational factors impact health. But full recovery took three years—a timeline that challenges quick-fix wellness approaches.  Today, Shelina works with organizations and universities through experiential programs focused on respect, trust, and reconnecting with inner wisdom. One university student's feedback captures the impact: "You taught me to be bold." This episode explores why organizational culture matters more than wellness perks, how limiting beliefs hold professionals back, and why the shift toward human-centered healthcare is accelerating globally.  Is your practice growth-ready? See Where Your Practice Stands: Take our Practice Growth Readiness Assessment  Read the full show notes, memorable quotes, and key takeaways.  Connect With Us:  Be a Guest on the Show  Thriving Practice Community  Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy  Tracy's LinkedIn  Business LinkedIn Page 

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How can AI truly transform teaching without adding another fragmented tool to an educator's already overflowing plate? In this thought-provoking episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, we welcome Arman Jaffer, CEO and Founder of Brisk Teaching, to share his journey with working to solve the problem of ever-increasing teacher workload and EdTech fragmentation. Arman explains how Brisk is fundamentally different from other AI tools. Instead of a separate dashboard, it functions as a Chrome extension/Edge add-on, delivering AI capabilities directly where the teacher is working, whether it's drafting feedback in Google comments or instantly changing a text's reading level. Key Takeaways You'll Explore: The Three Phases of AI in Education: The shift from initial fears over academic integrity to a focus on educator productivity, and finally to the emerging era of student-facing AI. The Power of AI for Formative Data: Why student-facing AI tutors provide richer, more targeted instructional data than traditional exit tickets, helping teachers identify and address student misconceptions. Defining "Teacher In The Loop": Arman clarifies this buzzword, emphasizing the importance of the teacher initiating and setting up AI activities intentionally to ensure equitable use and hold students accountable for the learning objective. The Spectrum of AI Exposure: A discussion on what intentional AI integration looks like across grade levels, from K-5 (focusing on voice and prescriptive tasks) to high school (preparing students for ubiquitous AI use in college and career). Action-Oriented Design: How Brisk simplifies the teacher's process into just five core buttons, ensuring the technology supports high-quality instructional actions without becoming overwhelming. Whether you're a classroom teacher looking for genuine time savings, an administrator seeking a strategic approach to AI, or a leader focused on driving student outcomes, this conversation offers an essential roadmap for leveraging the next generation of EdTech. Learn more about Brisk Teaching at https://www.briskteaching.com/

Feisal Jaffer, global head of LXR Hotels & Resorts, and Brooke Thomas, brand leader of Curio Collection by Hilton, talk with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at ILTM North America, held at Baha Mar in the Bahamas. Jaffer details the latest developments in LXR's luxury resort brand, while Thoms reveals new members of the Curio Collection. For more information, visit www.hilton.com.  All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

We reflect on the biggest issues the 2025 campaign. Plus, we cover advance voting turnout and some last little bits of election analysis. Here are the relevant links for this episode:2021 ElectionOct. 15, 2021: Episode 151 - It's Election ThymeTaproot SurveyComparison of Cartmell, Jaffer, Knack, and WaltersCandidate PitchesThe Taproot Survey is helping voters and candidates ahead of Election DayTaproot SurveyTake the survey and match with candidatesAdvance VotingAdvance voter turnout higher than in 2021 with 1 week until Edmonton electionEdmonton Election ResultsFears for depressed turnout in the 2025 Calgary meh-lectionCampaign themesEdmonton's next city council will have to get creative balancing goals and taxes, former mayor saysToo much, too fast: Majority polled in Calgary, Edmonton unhappy with pace of population growthKeith Gerein: This has been Edmonton's infill election, but we're getting only one side of the storyThe big picture on housing, density and affordabilityHow do Edmonton's election issues in 2025 compare to 2021?Election analysisKeith Gerein: Edmonton's money woes need more than wishful thinkingEdmonton Votes 2025: Voting records reveal close councillor alignment ahead of election dayAnalysis: Cartmell's fundraising has significant crossover with UCP, while Knack has support from city staffIf 'undecided' was a person, they'd be on track to be Edmonton's next mayor, poll suggestsRapid fireYour province, your plateSpeaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free!Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

The Pepper & Dylan took some time to get to know mayoral candidate Rahim Jaffer. Remember, the 2025 Edmonton Election is on Monday, October 20, 2025. Stations open from 9am to 8pm. Find more info online at: https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/edmonton-elections

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In this episode of the Investor Fuel podcast, host Michelle Kesil speaks with Jaffer Hussain, a seasoned real estate investor with over 20 years of experience. Jaffer shares his journey from corporate America to real estate, discussing the various branches of his business, including fix and flip, buy and hold, and mentorship programs. He emphasizes the importance of philanthropy in his business goals and the lessons learned from past failures. Jaffer also provides insights into his mentorship program, focusing on community building and helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing.     Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

This week, we talk about infrastructure, incumbency, and infill developments. Plus, a promised update on spray parks, and we talk about where you can find Taproot at some upcoming events.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Spray parksSpray ParksCoun. Cartmell's Instagram postInfrastructure policyBridges, Roads and Results: Tim Cartmell's Plan to Fix Edmonton's Infrastructure and Rebuild Public TrustEpisode 296 - BridgelockedShift against incumbentsEdmonton votes: Could incumbents be in deep election trouble?New poll shows Edmontonians feel city is on wrong track, Knack with slight lead in tight mayor's racePublic safetyWhere Edmonton's mayoral candidates stand on tackling city crimeEdmonton Police Service – 2024 Annual ReportEdmonton Police Service sees jump in departing officers in 2022Jaffer listens to Edmontonians: vows to take back our streets — Jaffer for Mayor for all of EdmontonClimate changeClimate Justice Edmonton is organizing volunteers for canvas for city council candidatesHousing projectsFive New Housing Projects - MichaelJanz.caFort Edmonton ParkCity of Edmonton taking control of managing historic Fort Edmonton ParkUpcoming eventsSept. 13 A City for Life - Community Conversation on Inclusive TransportationSept. 24: Alberta Avenue Municipal Election ForumSept. 25: ECAMP Trivia Night – Elections Edition – Edmonton City as Museum Project ECAMPOct. 9: Edmonton Mayoral Candidates Forum - EPLRapid fireCampaigns heat up for 6 Edmonton mayor hopefuls as polling releasedHousing ComplexHousing Complex wins Collaboration of the Year awardThis episode is brought to you by Triovest, which manages ATCO Centre Edmonton. One of the greenest office buildings in Canada is a 43-year-old tower in the heart of downtown Edmonton. ATCO Centre Edmonton has earned top honours from ENERGY STAR Canada, as well as many other accolades, due to a commitment to continuous improvement. Learn more in a series brought to you by Triovest, a Colliers Company.This episode is also brought to you by Edmonton Startup Week, which returns Oct. 6 to 10 with five days of workshops, socials, and events celebrating the vibrancy of the startup community in Edmonton. It's a time to build connections, discover what is possible, celebrate new companies, and inspire entrepreneurship in all of us.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free!Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

5:30 | Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi responds to criticism from business leaders during our August 27 episode, counters criticism around the $400M Fan Park deal with the province, and tells us why he despises the word "woke," in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  42:45 | Rahim Jaffer tells us what lured him back into politics after 17 years out of the spotlight, explains how his troubles with the law shaped who he is today, and lays out his plan to trim the fat as Edmonton's next mayor. CHECK OUT RAHIM'S CAMPAIGN: https://www.votejaffer.ca/ 1:26:10 | Jespo and Johnny share two major announcements. 1:39:00 | Trevour Bouds has words for Max Fawcett (and Mark Carney), Adam C. and Cole chime in on infill, Alberta Gengar's hardly a fan of Return To Work policies, Gillian's bracing for (looking forward to?) a teachers' strike, Lisa says no pay for work travel is nothing new, and Alex has a word of warning for vapers. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com  When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, and Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you!  SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Several groups of professors in the United States are suing the Trump administration over its policy of arresting, detaining, cancelling visas, and deporting students who participate in pro-Palestinian advocacy. The crackdown on free speech is creating a chilling effect across US academia, argues Jamil Jaffer, executive director of the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University, which is one of the organisations that brought the lawsuit. Jaffer tells host Steve Clemons that the issue is much wider than the rights of non-citizens in the country. The government's actions have the effect of "stifling a political viewpoint that the government doesn't like". Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #aljazeera #aljazeeraenglish #aljazeeranewslive

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Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 10th Muharram 1447 AHSaturday, July 5 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Ashura Day Maqtal - Sheikh Khalil JafferAshura Day 1447 AHSaturday, July 6 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Our heartfelt condolences to you all on the sorrowful tragedy of Ashura. Together, we mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (as), along with his noble family and loyal companions. This week, we're honoured to be joined by the esteemed Sheikh Jaffer H. Jaffer from Toronto, who guides us through the deeper meaning of Imam Hussain's (as) mission. His courageous stand against Yazid son of Mua'wiyah,reshaped the trajectory of Islam and inspired generations. Together, we explore the political, spiritual, and social dimensions of Karbala, and reflect on the timeless lessons drawn from his unmatched character and unwavering resolve.

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Dr. Jan Jaffer, founder and Chief Visionary Officer of TREC Dental, a values-based dental organization out of Calgary, Alberta. Broadcasting live from the Thrive Live exhibition hall in Las Vegas, the two dive into the unique structure of TREC Dental—an 18-practice group that operates without production targets, budgets, or bonuses.  Dr. Jaffer shares how simplicity, trust, and a patient-first mindset have helped their model thrive, while maintaining a 25–30%+ profit margin across practices. He also discusses their global and local charitable efforts, how volunteerism shaped his personal life, and why building genuine relationships with patients is at the core of everything they do. With AI integration, full-hour new patient consults, and a heavy focus on gratitude and team health, TREC Dental is proving that scaling can be both impactful and deeply human. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://drjanjaffer.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

The Middle East insurance market is expected to grow significantly as a hub over the next several years, with predicted growth of almost 29% by 2028. In the fifth episode of Skadden's yearlong podcast series on global prudential solvency requirements, host Robert Chaplin and colleague Caroline Jaffer explore the regulatory landscape in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman. During the discussion, Mr. Chaplin and Ms. Jaffer explore the state of the Middle East insurance sector, including “financial free zones,” capital requirements, solvency margins and the growing influence of international standards in the region's evolving insurance markets.

Amir Jaffer is an award-winning director and producer with nearly two decades of experience in filmmaking. Since 2005, he has built an impressive body of work that spans documentaries, feature films, short films, web series, and music videos. His projects have streamed on Amazon and aired on PBS and MTV, reaching audiences across platforms and cultures.Amir's passion for storytelling began in his teenage years when he started experimenting with his father's video camera. Now based in the United States, he draws from his immigrant experience to craft stories that are bold, meaningful, and socially relevant. His films often shine a light on the lives of people at the margins—fearlessly exploring taboo subjects with a blend of sensitivity and depth.In 2021, Amir co-founded the SF Queer Film Fest (SFQFF) to give back to the community that has supported his creative journey. Under his leadership, the festival has become a vital platform for under-represented LGBTQ+ filmmakers, fostering visibility, dialogue, and connection among diverse audiences. Each year, SFQFF continues to grow, cementing its place in the cultural landscape of San Francisco.

In today's episode we discuss the attack on Jaffar Express, Foreign involvement in Balochistan, Sindh rejecting new Canals, Fight within PTI and the crackdown on Columbia University.Uzair Younus and Shehzad Ghias do the round up of this week's news in our new show 'This Week in Pakistan. The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction3:00 Attack on Jaffer Express9:40 Is India behind BLA?15:30 Good Taliban failed policy18:30 America's involvement in Balochistan23:15 Iran's interest in Balochistan25:50 Increased terrorism in Pakistan28:50 Sindh rejects canals33:40 News Wrap up: Fight within the PTI?38:39 World Watch: Crackdown on Columbia University42:22 Absurd News of the week: Private Guard fires on Person49:00 Things to keep an eye on

In the third installment of The Dynamist's series exploring AI and copyright, FAI Senior Fellow Tim Hwang leads a forward-looking discussion about how market dynamics, technological solutions, and geopolitics could reshape today's contentious battles over AI training data. Joined by Jason Zhao, co-founder of Story AI, and Jamil Jaffer, Executive Director of the National Security Institute at George Mason University, the conversation moves beyond current lawsuits to examine practical paths forward.The discussion challenges assumptions about who really stands to gain or lose in the AI copyright debate. Rather than a simple creator-versus-tech narrative, Zhao highlights how some creators and talents have embraced AI while others have shown resistance and skepticism. Through Story's blockchain-based marketplace, he envisions a world where creators can directly monetize their IP for AI training without going through traditional gatekeepers. Jaffer brings a crucial national security perspective, emphasizing how over-regulation of AI training data could threaten American technological leadership - particularly as the EU prepares to implement strict new AI rules that could effectively set global standards.Looking ahead to 2025, both guests express optimism about market-based and technological solutions winning out over heavy-handed regulation. They draw parallels to how innovations like Spotify and YouTube's Content ID ultimately resolved earlier digital disruptions. However, they warn that the US must carefully balance innovation and IP protection to maintain its AI edge, especially as competitors like China take a more permissive approach to training data. The episode frames copyright not just as a domestic policy issue, but as a key factor in national competitiveness and security in the AI era.

SEASON 5 BABY!!!! Join us for the opener with this phenomenal human, Alyssa Jaffer, a passionate storyteller and activist at heart, who's redefining success through truth and authentic connections. Born in the U.S. and a proud UC Berkeley alumna, Alyssa has carved out a dynamic career in communications, currently as a Senior Comms Manager at Deliveroo while freelancing and contributing to prestigious outlets like Forbes, Allbright, and Business Insider. Alyssa opens up about her journey from her American roots to navigating the fast-paced world of global communications. Discover how she balances corporate demands with her activist spirit, embracing the power of storytelling to make meaningful change. Tune in to hear her career highlights, challenges, and the insights that continue to shape her inspiring path. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Wave and connect with Alyssa on RISER. RISER, the world's first video led career matchmaking app. AD

Send us a textArman Jaffer is the founder and CEO of Brisk Teaching. Brisk is an AI tool that helps educators personalize their instruction and save hours of time on administrative tasks.Emily Bennett currently serves as a Principal investor at Owl Ventures. 

In this episode I spoke to Alyssa Jaffer who is a Global Communications Manager + Freelance Journalist In this episode we talk about the following: 1. Who Alyssa is and what she does 2. Portfolio careers vs Multifaceted careers 3. Why are more people diversifying their careers 4. Alyssa's career aspirations when she was younger and how did they change when she went to university 5. What is it really like working in Comms and some of the preconceived ideas when it comes to it. 6. What skills are needed for a Comms career and what does Alyssa think about the type of people who should consider this career 7.  How Alyssa manages stressful situations and stress in general in her working life 8. Alyssa's freelance writing career and how did it start 9. Alyssa shares a story about promoting yourself and pitching in her freelance writing career in linking with comparison and self-doubt 10.  Workplace culture and some of the themes that people should be thinking about right now. How can you connect with Alyssa LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-jaffer/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alyssajaff If you have questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com  

Show notes: In this episode, Shireen and Jeffrey discuss her journey from Pakistan to the US at age 7 and the incredible sacrifices her parents made to make it possible. We also cover the duality she experienced growing up in Palo Alto, the variety of jobs she worked from ages 12-18, when she realized what's valuable in life vs. in our educational system, transforming education, and much more Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/-y4xdKbGgSY Learn more: Host: Jeffrey M. Zucker Producer: Kait Grey Editor: Nick Case Recording date: 5/23/24   Shireen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shireenjaffer/ https://www.instagram.com/shireenjaffer_/ Skillify: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillify/ https://www.skillifynow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/skillifynow/ https://www.facebook.com/Skillify/ https://twitter.com/skillify Other resources: https://cosmosinstitute.substack.com/ Bio:  I'm a people-obsessed product builder based in San Francisco. I was born in Pakistan, won the luck lottery at age 7 and immigrated to Palo Alto, where I was bred to solve real world problems and build my first business at 17. While attending USC full-time, I bootstrapped my first company Skillify to challenge our societal obsession with college and helped 150,000 high school students get real world exposure via internships and mentors. I focused on impact and profitability from day 1 and scaled Skillify programs to 220 schools by the time I graduated three years later. I'm so proud to have helped hundreds of thousands of students discover what they love, and be recognized as Forbes 30 under 30 for work I love doing. The longer story? I can tell you live - say hi at Shireen@skillifynow.com Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - What Motivates you? 3:46 -  Immigrating 13:06 - Early Life in US 19:08 - Education 25:50 - Skillify 31:02 - Changing People's Lives 44:03 - Life After Skillify 1:10:20 - Education, Vocation 1:16:58 - Most Grateful for 1:18:02 - Snap Your Fingers

In this episode of OODAcast, Megan Jaffer joins the conversation to discuss her journey in the intelligence community and the creation of Iron Butterfly Media Group. Megan also discusses the expansion of Iron Butterfly Media, including new podcast series and a documentary on women in intelligence. Megan shares her background, including her studies in international relations and her experiences in South Korea. She highlights the origins of the Iron Butterfly podcast, which began as a small project during COVID-19 and has grown significantly, becoming influential in both academia and intelligence agencies. The Iron Butterfly podcast aims to share stories of women in the intelligence community, documenting their contributions and leadership. Throughout the podcast, Megan has shared numerous impactful stories. For instance, Carmen Medina's insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of avoiding humiliation in interactions, and Maria Whitcup's emotional recount of engaging with a murderer, highlighting the necessity of understanding even the darkest aspects of human behavior. Future Endeavors Looking ahead, Iron Butterfly Media is expanding. The team has grown, and the podcast has moved to video format. They are also launching a new podcast, “Women in the Arena,” focusing on military women. Moreover, they are in post-production for a documentary on women in the intelligence community, aiming for completion by the end of the year. Building a Supportive Community In addition to the media group, Megan has founded the Iron Butterfly Foundation. This 501c3 organization aims to provide resources and support for women to develop and execute their ideas, fostering a community of creators. Megan Jaffer's journey is a testament to the power of determination, networking, and passion. Her work through the Iron Butterfly podcast and foundation continues to inspire and support women in the intelligence community, ensuring their stories and contributions are recognized and remembered. For more insights and to support Iron Butterfly Media, visit their website and follow them on LinkedIn and Instagram. Related Reading: Technology Convergence and Market Disruption: Rapid advancements in technology are changing market dynamics and user expectations. See: Disruptive and Exponential Technologies. Corporate Board Accountability for Cyber Risks: With a combination of market forces, regulatory changes, and strategic shifts, corporate boards and their directors are now accountable for cyber risks in their firms. See: Corporate Directors and Risk Geopolitical-Cyber Risk Nexus: The interconnectivity brought by the Internet has made regional issues affect global cyberspace. Now, every significant event has cyber implications, making it imperative for leaders to recognize and act upon the symbiosis between geopolitical and cyber risks. See The Cyber Threat Challenges in Cyber “Net Assessment”: While leaders have long tried to gauge both cyber risk and security, actionable metrics remain elusive. Current metrics mainly determine if a system can be compromised, without guaranteeing its invulnerability. It's imperative not just to develop action plans against risks but to contextualize the state of cybersecurity concerning cyber threats. Despite its importance, achieving a reliable net assessment is increasingly challenging due to the pervasive nature of modern technology. See: Cyber Threat

Ashura has occurred - now what? In this week's episode, we're joined by Br. Muntazir Jaffer, student of the Islamic seminaries. We reflect on the profound lessons learned from the day of Ashura, drawing deep connections between Imam Hussain's (as) sacrifice and the parallel teachings of the Holy Quran. We discuss how to implement Islam as a constant guiding force in our daily lives, ensuring that our actions and decisions are rooted in our faith. By exploring the ways in which Imam Hussain exemplified making the right decisions in Karbala through his unwavering connection to Allah (swt), our guest provides practical advice on how listeners can strengthen their own relationship with Allah (swt) through the Quran and emulate the virtues of Imam Hussain (as) in their own lives.

Jamil Jaffer, founder and executive director of the National Security Institute and assistant professor of law at George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School, knows better than anyone the growing threats to national security during these rapidly changing times. In this fast-paced episode of Access to Excellence, Jaffer and George Mason President Gregory Washington discuss the U.S.'s position on the global stage, the power of the American Dream, and what we as citizens can do to start solving some of the country's stickiest problems. 

The NSI Cyber and Tech Center hosted an event exploring generative AI and its vast implications for U.S. national security. We explored the opportunities and challenges AI poses for our national security and defense community – including the military, intelligence agencies, and other security stakeholders. It also analyzed how the U.S. can continue to promote AI innovation and defend against AI threats.Speakers: Paul Lekas, Head of Global Public Policy, Software & Information Industry AssociationKatrina M. Mulligan, National Security Policy and Partnerships, OpenAIJamil N. Jaffer, Founder and Executive Director, National Security Institute (moderator) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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From January 14, 2017: At this week's Hoover Book Soiree, Jack Goldsmith interviewed Jameel Jaffer about his new book, The Drone Memos: Targeted Killing, Secrecy, and the Law.It's a wide-ranging discussion about targeted killing and its legality, and of Jaffer's work at the ACLU—where he ran national security litigation until recently—in holding the government to account for its practices. And it includes a fascinating debate between him and Jack about whether, in that role, he won more than he lost or lost more than he won, a debate in which each side takes exactly the opposite view than one might expect.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/c/trumptrials.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker is joined by Jan Jaffer, CEO of TREC Dental. Join them as they discuss the importance of culture, different approaches to growth, prioritizing patient care, and the future of dentistry.

Hasanain is a father, social justice educator, and longtime activist and organizer. I personally have been learning so much from him about the way oppressive systems are impacting all of us regardless of our privileges, where we live, or how we identify. In this conversation, we talk about whiteness as a construct, the role of propaganda, and why representation is not enough. Hasanain's ability to show us how all the dots connect is liberatory in an of itself.  Hasanain reminds us that we must move into and through all the suffering and injustice and build the future that we want to see. We are all meant to be here in this moment — we have work to do.  Hasanain's IG Leah's IG

Last year, Jaffer Ajani, MD, Professor in the Department of Gastrointestinal (GI) Medical Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center, served as co-chair of i3 Health's Virtual Tumor Board, Building Comprehensive Care Plans in Esophagogastric Cancers, along with Lei Zhao, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pathology at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Kelly Rone, DNP, RN, AGNP-c, Advanced Practice Nurse at the Mayo Clinic. With numerous developments in the field occurring since recording the activity, Dr. Ajani sat down with Oncology Data Advisor to provide an update on the evolving field of esophagogastric cancer research and advances to look forward to in the coming years.

Rivka and Frank are joined by comedian Jaffer Khan for a conversation about the 1998 Peter Weir / Jim Carrey masterpiece, The Truman Show. They discuss how Truman's arc serves as a metaphor for radicalization, Guy Debord's Society of the Spectacle and the commodification of genuine human experience, and how the film prophesied the self-surveillance state of social media. CeasefireToday.com 5Calls For next week's movie, we'll be watching the 1998 Robert Zemeckis film Who Framed Roger Rabbit.

NSI hosted an event to foster discussion around policy positions and recommendations found in its latest publication, Addressing the National Security Threat of Chinese Technology Innovation. This panel of experts expanded upon the policy solutions found in NSI's latest paper and explain how the U.S. and our allies can lead in free-market innovation and what Congress can do to support and promote U.S. technological leadership. The panel discussion featured national security policy and industry experts and will take place in-person on Capitol Hill on November 2nd, 2023.Panelists:Carl Holshouser, Senior Vice President & Corporate Secretary, TechNetRobert Strayer, Executive Vice President of Policy Information Technology Industry CouncilLiza Tobin, Senior Director for Economy Special Competitive Studies ProjectJamil N. Jaffer, Founder & Executive Director, National Security Institute, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer is the Research Scholar for the Islamic Center at New York University and an Associate Chaplain for the Center of Global & Spiritual Life at NYU.  In addition, he is currently a doctoral candidate at NYU Steinhardt's School of Education. Sheikh Faiyaz attained an MA degree in Islamic Studies (UK), with a concentration on early Islamic history, after his undergraduate degree from SUNY Stony Brook University in Political Science and Religious Studies.  He has had his research published by academic journals. In pursuing the classical course of Islamic education, Faiyaz studied in the Seminary of Karbala, Iraq, one of the most prominent centers for Islamic learning. As a faith leader and social activist, Faiyaz Jaffer has lectured at various universities, seminars, and workshops across the United States, Canada, Europe, East Africa, and the Middle East. Due to the political and social climate, he has been making strides in the greater New York area by taking part in a number of interfaith seminars and discussions in the aspiration of increasing dialogue with various faith leaders. His outreach efforts have allowed him to be featured in some of the country's most prominent media outlets. As a highly sought-after lecturer and religious leader, Faiyaz regularly leads prayer services and delivers sermons across North America.Support the Islamic Center at NYUOur operating and programmatic budget comes directly from donations and as our community grows, so do our expenses. If you are interested in making a one-time, monthly, annual, or general donation to the Islamic Center at NYU, please do so at https://icnyu.org/donate/.

Dr. Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer is the Research Scholar for the Islamic Center at New York University and an Associate Chaplain for the Center of Global & Spiritual Life at NYU.  In addition, he is currently a doctoral candidate at NYU Steinhardt's School of Education. Sheikh Faiyaz attained an MA degree in Islamic Studies (UK), with a concentration on early Islamic history, after his undergraduate degree from SUNY Stony Brook University in Political Science and Religious Studies.  He has had his research published by academic journals. In pursuing the classical course of Islamic education, Faiyaz studied in the Seminary of Karbala, Iraq, one of the most prominent centers for Islamic learning. As a faith leader and social activist, Faiyaz Jaffer has lectured at various universities, seminars, and workshops across the United States, Canada, Europe, East Africa, and the Middle East. Due to the political and social climate, he has been making strides in the greater New York area by taking part in a number of interfaith seminars and discussions in the aspiration of increasing dialogue with various faith leaders. His outreach efforts have allowed him to be featured in some of the country's most prominent media outlets. As a highly sought-after lecturer and religious leader, Faiyaz regularly leads prayer services and delivers sermons across North America.Support the Islamic Center at NYUOur operating and programmatic budget comes directly from donations and as our community grows, so do our expenses. If you are interested in making a one-time, monthly, annual, or general donation to the Islamic Center at NYU, please do so at https://icnyu.org/donate/.

International listeners can support TBT here: https://buy.stripe.com/6oEaFEdAXbGe69W6ou Jaffer Haider is the Founder of PosterMyWall. #thoughtbehindthings #muzamilhasan #product #startups #design Check out the trainings from Sarmaaya Financials: Training List: https://sarmaaya.pk/trainings/?src=tbt Technical Training Masterclass 2.0: https://sarmaaya.pk/trainings/details?tid=1&src=tbt Fundamentals of Capital Market: https://sarmaaya.pk/trainings/details?tid=2&src=tbt Do not forget to subscribe and press the bell icon to catch on to some amazing conversations coming your way! Socials: TBT's Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings Muzamil's Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan Support our podcast: https://anchor.fm/syed-muzamil-hasan-zaidi3/support Jaffer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jafferhaider/?originalSubdomain=pk Podcast Links: • Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3z1cE7F • Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/2S84VEd • Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3cgIkfI --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/syed-muzamil-hasan-zaidi3/support

This week on the podcast I am joined by Jaffer Hussain. Jaffer is a yoga teacher based out of Toronto, Canada who teaches in person classes and has his own online membership. Jaffer came on the podcast in June 2021 to share how he created a unique yoga membership offering audio classes, and now more than 2 years later he's back to share what he's been up to and how his business has evolved. One of the biggest additions that Jaffer has made to his offerings over the last few years has been to provide mentorship to other yoga teachers. In this episode, we talk about yoga teacher mentorship and why having a mentor can benefit both the quality of your teaching and your business, as well as tips to avoid burnout, business lessons and more. Enjoy! Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by OfferingTree. If you're interested in finding an all-in-one platform for online or in-person teaching, then you should check out OfferingTree. OfferingTree has been supporting M.B.Om for over a year now and I not only love the product but I also love the people. OfferingTree is providing special pricing for M.B.Om listeners, so be sure to visit offeringtree.com/mbom. My new yoga book is out now: www.mbomyoga.com/book In this episode: What Jaffer has been up to since we last spoke with him in 2021 The silver linings that have come out of the pandemic for yoga businesses How mentorship has benefitted Jaffer in his life and business Building a network and community of yoga teachers Avoiding burnout as a yoga teacher Other tips and strategies to avoiding burnout Guest links: Jaffer's Website: https://www.jafferyoga.com/

Miqdad Jaffer brings a background in engineering to his role as director of product for digital marketplace platform Shopify. Users might recognize the commerce platform as one that enables a fast and secure online checkout experience. On the merchant side, Shopify enables business owners to set up e-commerce sites where they can list and sell their products.  Using generative AI, the platform also now offers merchants the ability to complete administrative tasks much more quickly, including writing product descriptions and customizing their sites. As Miqdad explains, a key to enhancing Shopify's offerings with generative AI technology is ensuring that users always remain in control. He shares Shopify's approach to doing this while incorporating cutting-edge tools to help entrepreneurs start, operate, and grow their businesses more efficiently. Read the episode transcript here. Guest bio: Miqdad Jaffer is the director of product for Shopify, where he is responsible for the oversight and development of the company's AI-powered offerings. He joined the company in 2018 and has overseen the launch of Shopify Magic, its suite of AI-powered tools, and Shop.AI, an AI-powered shopping assistant. Before joining Shopify, Jaffer was the director of product management for the mobile consumer marketplace app Flipp. He has more than 15 years of product development and oversight experience. Me, Myself, and AI is a collaborative podcast from MIT Sloan Management Review and Boston Consulting Group and is hosted by Sam Ransbotham and Shervin Khodabandeh. Our engineer is David Lishansky, and the coordinating producers are Allison Ryder and Sophie Rüdinger. Stay in touch with us by joining our LinkedIn group, AI for Leaders at mitsmr.com/AIforLeaders or by following Me, Myself, and AI on LinkedIn. We encourage you to rate and review our show. Your comments may be used in Me, Myself, and AI materials.

BONUS CONTENT ON PATREON!   We're joined by our good buddy Jaffer Khan (Tik Tok fame) to discuss the situation in Palestine, bad comedian responses to the conflict, and trump impressions--it's fun!

This week Donnie and Tid are back and have a super fun episode for you! Our featured guest is a long time entertainment journalist, and the king of reality TV - Murtz Jaffer. Murtz has some great stories including the time he pulled a scam to get up close and personal with Donald Trump.The guys also talk about some big stories from the past week including the passing of an NFL legend, controversy surrounding the end of the writer's strike, a streaming platform looking to the future - and more! Check it out!

This week Donnie and Tid are back and have a super fun episode for you!  Our featured guest is a long time entertainment journalist, and the king of reality TV - Murtz Jaffer.  Murtz has some great stories including the time he pulled a scam to get up close and personal with Donald Trump. The guys also talk about some big stories from the past week including the passing of an NFL legend, controversy surrounding the end of the writer's strike, a streaming platform looking to the future - and more!   Check it out!   Godfathers of Podcasting Archive www.godfathersofpodcasting.com

Dr. Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer is the Research Scholar for the Islamic Center at New York University and an Associate Chaplain for the Center of Global & Spiritual Life at NYU. In addition, he is currently a doctoral candidate at NYU Steinhardt's School of Education. Sheikh Faiyaz attained an MA degree in Islamic Studies (UK), with a concentration on early Islamic history, after his undergraduate degree from SUNY Stony Brook University in Political Science and Religious Studies. He has had his research published by academic journals. In pursuing the classical course of Islamic education, Faiyaz studied in the Seminary of Karbala, Iraq, one of the most prominent centers for Islamic learning. As a faith leader and social activist, Faiyaz Jaffer has lectured at various universities, seminars, and workshops across the United States, Canada, Europe, East Africa, and the Middle East. Due to the political and social climate, he has been making strides in the greater New York area by taking part in a number of interfaith seminars and discussions in the aspiration of increasing dialogue with various faith leaders. His outreach efforts have allowed him to be featured in some of the country's most prominent media outlets. As a highly sought-after lecturer and religious leader, Faiyaz regularly leads prayer services and delivers sermons across North America.Support the Islamic Center at NYUOur operating and programmatic budget comes directly from donations and as our community grows, so do our expenses. If you are interested in making a one-time, monthly, annual, or general donation to the Islamic Center at NYU, please do so at https://icnyu.org/donate/.

The Roman army, with 10,000 soliders, outnumbered the Muslims 3:1 at the Battle of Mutah. Some of the Muslims feared the large army and wanted to retreat, but the senior companions bolstered their courage.Prophet Muhammad had appointed a leader for the army, with two backup leaders in case the first one was martyred.This was a hard battle. Jaffer ibn Abi Talib was the first leader, and he was martyred in the battle. Zayd ibn Haritha was the second leader, and he also became martyred. Abdullah ibn Rawaha was the final designated leader, and fell as well. Overall, about 11 Muslims were martyred in the battle, and the Muslims eventually ended up retreating.Back in Medina, the prophet was witnessing the battle through his ilm ul ghayb (knowledge of the unseen) and narrated the battle in realtime, both the heroics and the shahadats.The final verdict on the battle is mixed. Some historians called it a defeat since the Muslims retreated, others call it a draw due to the insignificant numer of casualties, where neither side took over the other's land, and some historians called it a strategic victory since fighting a non-arab army put htem on the map on a global stage and gave them experience to fighting non-arab armies.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=665.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU0X1QqHad0&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.