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45. Reveal Avocado Seed Brew, Starting with Why, and Leaning into Feminine Entrepreneurship — Sheetal Bahirat & Zuri Masud

“And it was like this whole universe that was just hidden from me. Because I had never thought to explore it. And I think that idea haunts me all the time because I haven’t stopped, for a moment, from making the decisions or the assumptions that I’ve lived my life with. And if I challenge my own assumptions it can change everything. And it excites me. I love to go through my day thinking, 'Oh I wonder what I can find today.'” - Sheetal Bahirat
How to Create a Health Drink from Recycled Avocado Seeds?
Sheetal Bahirat @sheeta_bahirat) and Zuri Masud (@zuri_masud) are culinary scientists and the founders of the Hidden Gems Beverage company (@drinkreveal). Their first drink, Reveal, is one of the most innovative products we’ve ever heard of.
Reveal is made from uncycled avocado seeds— yes, the ones that are typically thrown away— to create an antioxidant-rich health drink, available in three delicious flavors.
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Sheetal and Zuri to hear the story and mission of Reveal and Hidden Gems Beverage Company. They passionately share the overall purpose of the company— reducing food waste and creating sustainable, circular, businesses. They also share their personal journeys in education and entrepreneurship, as well as the profound impact that food has had on their respective lives.
This is one of our favorite conversations to date, and we highly recommend checking out the episode. Especially for those avocado lovers out there.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us, Sheetal Bahirat and Zuri Masud.
Please check out Drink Reveal's website: drinkreveal.com

44. Examining the Social Media Dilemma and the Impact of Technology — Jorge Requena

"Social Media has made us less sociable when we are with physical people. I have friends with an apple watch, whenever it rings, and we would be in mid-conversation and they would stop and check their phones, or check their messages because they got a buzz. You're interrupting a physical encounter to attend to that message." - Jorge Requena
This week, we continue our conversation with Jorge Requena.
Jorge is a Bolivian tech consultant who has a wide perspective about the world we live in.
In this episode, Jorge explains his decision to be “social media dark” despite the social pressures to take part, and we collectively share social media’s impact on our lives, as well as our strategies for a healthy relationship with it.
We believe that every decision has both intended and unintended consequences, whether that be the technology we use or the food we eat or, and we explore this idea throughout the episode.
Jorge also shares his passion for mechanical watches, which leads to a conversation about art, design, and aesthetics.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us, and Jorge Requena.

43. The Empty Canvas Mentality and the Realities of Tech Consulting with Jorge Requena

"It's about really understanding what the issue is, and then from there figuring out the best way to try to attack that. I am somewhat successful at my job because I have this black piece of paper mentality. It's about finding a prescription that's not anywhere, but to talk to people and to dig deep to figure out what's happening. - Jorge Requena
Jorge Requena is a Bolivian tech consultant who has a wide perspective about the world we live in.
In this episode, Jorge shares about his upbringing and education in the Dominican Republic and Bolivia. His international experiences lead to a conversation around the importance of travel and exposure, as well as the education systems in America and abroad.
We also discuss the realities of his tech consulting career, and how consulting has taught him to think about the world. We collectively speculate on the COVID-19 situation, and what future implications it may have.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us, and Jorge Requena

42. Balancing Cynicism and Mental Health, and Seeking Understanding through Shared Humanity with Jon Shahar

"Taking a rest day, because you need to for your mental health. Also, understanding that your experiences are your own, and it's real and legitimate, but there are also 350 million people in this country, and 7 plus billion people in this world. Each of them has experiences and stories as fully encompassing as your own, and as valid as your own. And, also kind of similar to your own. It makes the fire and the conflict a little bit more manageable." - Jon Shahar
Jon Shahar (@jonshahar2040) is a third-year law student at Temple University and a passionate political activist.
This week, we continue our conversation around today’s political climate and what we can do to navigate the polarity of it all.
To use Jon’s words, 2020 has been a “monstrosity of mental heath stress,” so we discuss strategies for managing mental health and the importance of therapy in today’s world.
Jon also provides valuable approaches to resolving conflict, such as empathizing with the other side and seeking to understand their points of view.
Further, Jon shares about his gap year experience teaching English to students in Israel and how that fundamentally shifted his belief system, as well as his time as the president of a Penn State fraternity, and what it taught him about effective leadership.
This episode is wide-ranging and packed with insight and entertainment.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Jon Shahar.

41. Navigating Today’s Political Climate and Reflecting on the Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Jon Shahar

“We live in a different time. Today vs. Yesterday. Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable is probably the number one lesson I learned in law school and probably the number one piece of advice I can give to anybody who’s trying to delve into this nuance and who’s trying to learn more things and to really push the bounds of your own belief systems, and probably, what’s going to make this country and the world a little bit better.” - Jon Shahar
Jon Shahar (@jonshahar2040) is a third-year law student at Temple University and a passionate political activist.
As our country enters one of the most polarized political seasons of our lifetimes, we wanted to bring someone with a deep understanding of politics and discuss the importance of this election. (Please VOTE!)
In this week’s episode, Jon shares his journey into politics and law, as well as the strategies that allow him to navigate the complexities of today’s political system.
The interview took place just 12 hours after the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, so Jon courageously reflects on her legacy and speculates around the future implications of her passing.
He also explains many powerful and potentially transformational ideas, such as the empathetic use of knowledge, the interconnectedness of political issues, and most importantly, the necessity for nuance and admitting when you’re wrong.
This episode is packed with insight and entertainment for anyone looking to learn about politics and to have a good laugh.
We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Jon Shahar.

40. Connection through Self-Acceptance, Authenticity, and Vulnerability with Meleki Wamalume

"Just be your authentic self. That’s the biggest advice I would give. At the end of the day, if you can accept yourself and know who you are, that’s going to take you further than trying to fit in." - Meleki Wamalume
Meleki Wamalume (@iammeleki) is a wellness coordinator at Drexel University and fitness coach at F-45 Northern Liberties.
Meleki was born and raised in Zambia, and was forced to grow up quickly because of the challenges he faced.
However, through and from those challenges, he evolved into one of the most self-reliant and (authentic/self-aware) people we know.
In this week’s episode, he shares the story of his American immigration process, his struggles accepting an African identity, as well as the powerful idea of curing loneliness through deep self-exploration and self-acceptance.
We also discuss a wide range of topics including, the unifying role of sports, the subjective nature of trauma, the transformational power of vulnerability, and much more.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Meleki Wamalume. Thank you.

39. Discover More Books: The Impossible First by Colin O’Brady

"The idea of impossibility and possibility is entirely self-determined. And, it is our personal responsibilities to identify the potential sticking points and reframe them as growth points. We have to commit the effort, the time, and the energy to venture into the unknown. That is the most effective way to conquer your own impossible first."
Welcome back to another episode of Discover More. 
This week, we have another episode of Discover More Books, where we’ll be reviewing and discussing the book, “The Impossible First” by Colin O'Brady.
The Impossible First tells the story of how Colin O’Brady became the first person to cross the landmass of Antarctica, completely unassisted and unsupported. The expedition spanned 54 days, with absolutely zero companionship or supply drop offs. This required pulling a 375 pound sled for 932 miles through temperatures as low as -112 degrees Fahrenheit.
While the journey itself is powerful & inspiring, we believe the true value of this book lies in the lessons, mindsets, and approaches to life that Colin shares throughout his journey. When he was visiting Thailand at age 22, he severely burned his legs during a flaming jump rope accident. He was told he would never walk again, shattering his identity as a high-level endurance athlete. However, instead of focusing on the negative, his optimistic mother challenged him to set a goal and take the first step during recovery.
Colin set a goal of running a triathlon, a seemingly impossible goal for someone in his position. Through his patience, visualization, and hard work, Colin went on to not just complete, but win the Chicago triathlon, just two years later. This story illustrates the very ethos of the Impossible First, that anything is possible if we remove the limits we put on ourselves.
He believes that we are the stories we tell ourselves, and by re-writing these narratives, everyone has the power to change what is possible. We highly recommend reading this book, not just for the entertaining story, but also for the profound and inspiring lessons that O’Brady shares.
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38. Successfully Retiring at 30 through Mindset Development and Real Estate with Tu Pham

"I like to describe wisdom as the self-reflection of past experiences. It’s like, what are you extracting out of these moments to make you a wiser person." - Tu Pham
Tu Pham (@tupham918 ) is an accountant turned real estate Investor who successfully achieved his American dream by retiring from his 9-5 at the age of 30.
The crazier thing, he submitted his two weeks in March 2020, in the middle of a global pandemic.
Tu was also the first guest on the Discover More Podcast, where he courageously announced his vision on our first interview. Now, just one year later, he has even more than he predicted, and we are remarkably excited to have him back in the studio.
In this week’s episode, Tu shares the mindsets that enabled him to achieve this goal, including the transformational powers of vision and belief. Further, we discuss the challenges of retiring in such an uncertain time, as well as the importance of self-reflection and mentorship.
Please check out Tu's favorite book “Twelve Universal Laws of Success” by Herbert Harris.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Tu Pham. Thank you.

37. Balancing Entertainment and Entrepreneurship through College On Tap with Sarah Bennett

"One main thing I learned is that it's really not that easy to start a business. That may sound simple, but I think a lot of kids are looking for quick money scheme, and I just don't think those really exist out there." - Sarah Bennett
Sarah Bennett is the founder of College On Tap, an entertainment blog written by college students, for college students. Imagine the platform of Barstool Sports, with a mission of information and empowerment.
In this episode, we discuss the story and mission of College on Tap, as well as Sarah’s beliefs around the growth mindset and the process of entrepreneurship.
Sarah shares the story of her first business; a custom sock company that she founded at age 14. Although this venture ended up failing, it instilled in her the ethos of entrepreneurship; taking risks, failing often, and extracting lessons from those failures.
Fast forward to quarantine 2020, when Sarah found herself with more free time than she’s ever had, and therefore, rediscovered her passion for entrepreneurship. She realized that college students deserved a social media site where they can learn and have fun at the same time, so she decided to launch College On Tap, with the partnership of her co-founder and best friend, Carly Christofi.
Please check out their brand @c0llege0ntap (website: http://collegeontap.com ; twitter: @TapCollege; fb: College On Tap) and Sarah’s favorite book “Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World” by Adam Grant.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Sarah Bennett. Thank you.

36. Redefining Success and Connecting Passion with Purpose with Aamer Rehman

"Success is subjective. Everyone has their own level and definition of what success is." - Aamer Rehman
Aamer Rehman (@Heelaamer)is a Personal Trainer and a Specialized Sales Manager in the healthcare industry.
In this week’s episode, we shift our discussion from Aamer’s personal and fitness journeys to his masterful understanding of sales and relationship building.
We believe that sales is one of the most underrated, yet practical skillsets in life.
The truth is, we are practicing sales on a daily basis. Whether it be in business, relationships, or social media, we are constantly selling ourselves, our values, and/or our ideas.
We also discuss how we believe success should be defined, as well as the importance of connecting purpose and passion.
Follow Aamer on social media (@Heelaamer) and reach out to him if you’re interesting in training to bring out the best version of yourself.
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We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Aameer Rehman. Thank you.