Mazshow
Mazshow is your gateway to deeper understanding. In this thought-provoking podcast, host Maz explores the intersection of books, current events, and social dynamics bringing history to life and asking the essential question: What can the past teach us about building a better future? From timeless literature to breaking news, from ancient civilizations to modern society, Mazshow offers fresh perspectives and powerful lessons to help you think critically, grow wiser, and live more intentionally. Tune in each week for insights that inform, inspire, and empower.
Episodes
Afghanistan has experienced a long history of invasions spanning centuries, from Alexander the Great to the British, Soviets, and the United States. These conflicts have shaped Afghanistan's political landscape and resulted in various periods of foreign rule and resistance movements.
Here's a chronological overview:
- Ancient Period: Alexander the Great conquered the region in the 4th century BC.
- Muslim Conquests: The regi...
Inspired by The Art of Spending Money, this podcast explores the unspoken truths behind how we use money—not just to live, but to define who we are. Through a series of thoughtful, story-rich episodes, we peel back the layers of spending to reveal what our choices say about identity, values, memory, and meaning.
Whether you're a finance enthusiast or simply curious about the psychology behind your purchases, these episodes are d...
Ghormeh Sabzi is the crown jewel of Persian cuisine—a deeply aromatic herb stew that’s as comforting as it is complex. Here’s how to make it from scratch, plus some excellent video guides to walk you through every step.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Fresh herbs: Parsley, cilantro, chives (or green onions), and a small amount of dried fenugreek
Protein: Stewing beef or lamb (about 500g–700g)
Legumes: Red kidney beans (soaked overnight or ...
What if wealth isn’t just about dollars and digits—but about focus, discipline, and playing the long game?
Inspired by Scott Galloway’s The Algebra of Wealth, this podcast series decodes the timeless formula for building a rich life, not just a fat wallet.
Host Maz unpacks each core element of the wealth equation—focus, stoicism, time, and diversification—blending powerful real-life stories, practical tools, and thought-provoking pr...
Execution Over Ego: The Real Workplace Superpower
Being “easy to work with” doesn’t mean saying yes to everything. It means knowing when to speak up, when to ship, and how to get things done—without slowing everyone else down.
In this kick-off episode of The Collaboration Code series, Maziar takes aim at performative professionalism, bottleneck behaviour, and the myth that being demanding equals delivering excellence. With no-fluff i...
In a world obsessed with “thought leadership” and “strategic positioning,” we often overlook a quiet powerhouse trait: being genuinely easy to work with. Not soft. Not a pushover. But efficient, collaborative, and momentum-focused.
In this episode, Maziar dismantles the myth that being demanding equals delivering excellence. Instead, we explore why execution trumps ego, and how friction masquerading as “standards” can quietly destro...
In this reflective close to the series inspired by Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow, we tie together the key lessons from fast and slow thinking, cognitive biases, and decision-making under uncertainty.
With highlights from past episodes and fresh takeaways for daily life, this wrap-up episode invites listeners to step back, sharpen their awareness, and embrace better thinking going forward. Because understanding how we th...
In this practical follow-up to Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow, we shift from insight to action.
This episode explores how to recognize—and resist—the hidden mental shortcuts that distort our judgment.
From using decision journals to applying the outside view, listeners will learn science-backed strategies to think more clearly, slow down when it counts, and sidestep the most common cognitive traps.
Based on Daniel Kahneman’s acclaimed book Thinking, Fast and Slow, this episode unpacks the “I knew it all along” trap—better known as hindsight bias.
From breakups and broken dishes to botched forecasts and historical judgments, we explore how our minds reshape the past to make outcomes seem inevitable.
With relatable stories and surprising insights, this episode reveals why memory isn’t just selective—it’s often misleading.
Drawing from Daniel Kahneman’s insights in Thinking, Fast and Slow, this episode uncovers the hidden power of framing. How can two statements with identical facts lead to completely different choices?
From medical decisions to marketing copy, we explore how the presentation of information—not just its content—shapes what we think, feel, and ultimately decide.
It’s a revealing look at how language steers our minds more than we reali...
Inspired by Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow, this episode unpacks why high confidence doesn’t always mean high accuracy.
From failed forecasts to bold-but-wrong business decisions, we explore how overconfidence bias can trip up even seasoned professionals—and what it means for your own judgment.
It's a candid look at how certainty can cost us more than we think.
In this revealing follow-up inspired by Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow, we examine how intelligence alone can’t shield us from poor judgment.
From seasoned investors to medical pros, this episode explores how even the brightest minds fall prey to cognitive traps—like anchoring, confirmation bias, and flawed intuition.
With real-world case studies and eye-opening insights, we uncover the hidden mental glitches that sabota...
In this deep-dive into Daniel Kahneman’s insights from Thinking, Fast and Slow, we explore the mysterious power of intuition.
Is your gut feeling a hidden genius—or a shortcut to error? From firefighters sensing danger to costly snap judgments, this episode unpacks the science behind fast thinking (System 1) and reveals when to trust your instincts—and when to hit pause.
In this premiere episode, we explore the groundbreaking insights of Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman from his bestselling book Thinking, Fast and Slow.
Dive into the fascinating world of System 1 and System 2—your brain’s intuitive autopilot and deliberate analyzer—and discover how they shape everyday decisions, snap judgments, and even your biggest life choices.
Through real-world stories and surprising experiments, we reveal why you...
Understanding the lead-up really helps frame the crisis in its full historical weight. Here’s a breakdown of the key events that set the stage for the 1979 U.S. embassy hostage crisis in Iran:
U.S. support for the Shah: For decades, the U.S. had backed Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Shah of Iran, especially after helping reinstate him during the 1953 CIA-backed coup that ousted Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh. This alliance bred d...
The Reformist Pulse – Mohammad Khatami and the Dialogue of Civilizations
This episode explores the hopes, challenges, and quiet revolutions of the late 1990s—when Iran briefly opened to the world and its youth dared to dream of change.
War and Resilience – The Iran-Iraq Conflict (1980–1988)
This chapter explores a brutal eight-year war that reshaped Iran’s national psyche and fortified the Islamic Republic’s narrative of endurance and sacrifice.
The 1979 Revolution – Collapse or Rebirth?
This episode captures the tensions, hopes, and chaos that defined one of the most transformative moments in Iran’s modern history—setting the stage for what came next.
In this gripping episode, we break down the full story behind the 12-day Iran–Israel conflict that shook the Middle East.
From Israel’s surprise strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities to Tehran’s retaliatory missile attacks and the high-stakes U.S.-brokered ceasefire, we cover all the turning points.
Hear how regional power dynamics shifted, how civilian lives were impacted, and what the fragile peace means for the future. Perfect fo...
Khomeini – From Exile to Revolution (1963–1979)
This episode unpacks the journey of a cleric who became the voice of a revolution—his years in exile, ideological evolution, and the wave of unrest that swept him back into Iran’s spotlight.
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