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The Detached podcast

Sophia Delavari

Welcome to the podcast. This is a space where I get to vocalize my thoughts and dive deep into conversations with some truly remarkable individuals. It’s not about surface-level chit-chat—this is where we get into the real stuff. We talk about the things that matter: health, fitness, relationships, and the process of breaking free from the limitations we place on ourselves.I don’t believe in small talk, because nothing meaningful ever comes from it. So, let"s dig deep into the topics that can

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EP100 - A Thousand Lessons: Connection, Identity, and...

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2025/10/21

Send us a text A plastic chair, a budget mic, and a stubborn belief that simple habits can change a life—this is how our show began. Hitting the 100-episode mark, we pull back the curtain on what truly compounds: explaining ideas simply, practicing love-led coaching, and choosing connection over noise when shortcuts tempt us to forget the basics. We trace the arc from emotional eating and low self-trust to a durable process that rebuilt identity from the inside out. You’ll hear why “confiden...

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EP 99 : Finding Purpose After a Heart Attack Changed...

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2025/09/26

Send us a text What happens when a successful entrepreneur with two MBAs and a fashion empire faces a near-fatal heart condition? For Allaoua, it became the catalyst for complete transformation. In this deeply personal conversation, Allaoua shares his extraordinary journey from high-powered businessman to yoga instructor—a path that surprised everyone in his life, including himself. Having spent 15 years training with Russian special forces in Sistema (a combat system teaching emotional cont...

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EP : 98 From Dubai Bling : DJ Bliss Unplugged

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2025/09/19

Send us a text What does it take to carve your own path in a city known for its glitz and glamour? DJ Bliss pulls back the curtain on his remarkable journey from a college student renting DJ equipment to becoming one of Dubai's most recognized entertainment personalities. With disarming honesty, Bliss reveals how meditation became his sanctuary amid fame's chaotic demands. "Practicing gratitude and being humble takes effort and practice, like everything else," he shares, describing how these...

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EP 97 : Dr. Nas - Beyond the Prescription: Rethinking...

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2025/09/12

Send us a text What if everything you thought you knew about healthcare was just scratching the surface? Dr. Nas takes us on a remarkable journey from traditional medicine to functional wellness, revealing why conventional healthcare often falls short of truly optimizing health. Growing up in a family of Iraqi immigrant doctors in the UK, Dr. Nas was destined for medicine from an early age. But it wasn't until he found himself staring out his rainy GP office window—funeral home on one side, ...

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EP 96 : Dr. Eng Suaad Al shamsi : The First Emirati...

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2025/08/28

Send us a text What happens when you chase a dream everyone says is impossible? For Dr. Suaad, the first Emirati female aircraft engineer, it meant transforming an industry and inspiring thousands of women across the Middle East. Growing up watching planes from her home near Dubai International Airport, Dr. Suaad developed an obsession that would define her life's work. But when she tried to pursue aircraft engineering after high school, she hit a wall universities explicitly stated "male" u...

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EP: 94 Stefania Lo Gatto - From Rock Bottom to...

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2025/08/09

Send us a text What happens when everything you've built crumbles beneath you? I was speechless introducing Stefania, she has an unstoppable energy, rock bottom became the foundation for extraordinary success. After 23 years of marriage and three children, Stefania found herself divorced, betrayed, and completely broke. "I literally didn't even have 10 euros," she recalls. Her parents refused to help, believing she should return to her unfaithful husband. With no choice but to rebuild, Stefa...

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EP: 93 The Mind Behind Champions: Javier Mendez on...

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2025/07/28

Send us a text Javier Mendez opens up about the extraordinary journey that took him from a bullied Mexican immigrant to becoming one of MMA's most respected coaches. With disarming honesty, he reveals how a chance encounter at a nightclub led him to martial arts and eventually to founding the legendary American Kickboxing Academy. The conversation delves deep into Mendez's relationships with his most famous fighters. He shares intimate details about preparing Khabib Nurmagomedov for the psyc...

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EP: 92 From Struggling Teacher to Seven-Figure...

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2025/07/05

Send us a text What happens when life throws you a £160,000 curveball in a single day? For Jamal, it became the catalyst that transformed his e-commerce business and ultimately led to a seven-figure exit. In this riveting conversation, Jamal takes us through his remarkable journey from a stammering student who couldn't afford books to a successful entrepreneur who now coaches others. With disarming honesty, he reveals the seasons of extreme imbalance that entrepreneurship demanded—moments wh...

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Ep: 91 From Pool to Profit: Building a Business...

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2025/06/22

Send us a text What happens when a lifelong passion collides with entrepreneurial drive? Faris, founder of the world's first swimming app for Apple Watch, takes us on his remarkable journey from childhood pool sessions to building a seven-figure business centered around his love for swimming. Born to Syrian immigrants in America, Faris found freedom and control in the water from an early age. "I love the feeling of being weightless in the water and completely separated from the world," he ex...

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Ep: 90 From Rock Bottom to Empire Builder: Mark Coles...

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2025/06/15

Send us a text Mark Coles takes us on a riveting journey from his early struggles to becoming a fitness industry titan in this deeply personal conversation. After abandoning a seemingly secure path in his father's property business, Mark followed his passion for fitness despite uncertainty about his future. "I said I don't know, but I need to be happy first... whatever I do that I'm happy, I'll know I'll be successful," he reveals, highlighting the courage required to pursue authentic fulfill...

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EP 89: Who Are You When No One is Watching? Dr. Shaheem

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2025/05/25

Send us a text What happens when you leave home and recreate your identity in a new place? How can you break free from people-pleasing patterns that no longer serve you? And what does it really take to design an authentic relationship that thrives long-term? In this thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Shaheem draws from her extensive experience as a psychologist and researcher to explore the architecture of our identities and relationships. Having studied diaspora experiences and personality...

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EP : 88 From Drug Addiction to Crypto Influence: One...

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2025/05/18

Send us a text Ever wonder what's really happening behind those flashy crypto promotions and million-dollar influencer deals? In this raw, unfiltered conversation with crypto entrepreneur James, we strip away the hype to reveal the uncomfortable truths about blockchain technology, cryptocurrency investments, and the often-manipulated world of digital assets. James pulls no punches as he shares his journey from ambitious 19-year-old recruitment company founder to successful crypto influencer....

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Ep: 87 Mastering Your Intuition with Keyen Lage

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2025/04/27

Send us a text What if the key to unlocking your full potential lies not in chasing external validation or rigidly following someone else's system, but in truly listening to your own intuition? In this profoundly illuminating conversation, ex-NFL player turned elite mindset coach Kian reveals how disconnection from our deepest intuitive wisdom creates the conditions for anxiety, depression, and a life governed by others' expectations. Drawing from his extraordinary journey from professional ...

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Ep: 86 Behind the Mask: The Self-Proclaimed Victim of...

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2025/04/13

Send us a text Simon Leviev sits across from me, remarkably composed for someone who became 2022's most Googled man after Netflix branded him "The Tinder Swindler." His notoriety has created a paradox - worldwide infamy that he simultaneously rejects and capitalizes on. Growing up in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community as a rabbi's son, Simon describes a world without television, secular education, or exposure to modern life. "I grew up in a house without a TV, without anything, only religion...

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Ep: 85 Mr.Taster - The Real Cost of Food Fame

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2025/04/01

Send us a text Mr. Taster, also known as Hubert, shares his remarkable journey from a shy marketing professional to a global food sensation with over 4 million followers across multiple platforms. • Born in Manchester but raised primarily in Iran after age 5 • Created Mr. Taster brand to prove digital marketing works, not expecting it to become his career • Received golden visa invitation from Dubai government as a creator • Balances being naturally shy with his exuberant on-camera personali...

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EP: 84 Magic, Dreams, and Near-Death Escapes -...

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2025/03/21

Send us a text Drummond Money-Coutts shares his journey from being captivated by magic as a child to becoming a world-renowned magician who faced death-defying stunts for Netflix, all while turning away from his family's prestigious banking legacy. • Found his passion at age eight when his father took him to a fourth-generation magic shop beneath Coutts Bank in London • Practiced magic relentlessly with a school friend rather than participating in sports at Eton • Briefly worked at Goldman S...

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Ep: 83 Why You Should Never Settle for Less than Your...

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2025/03/14

Send us a text This week, we share an inspiring journey of a multi-sport athlete who reflects on the lessons learned through basketball, football, and beyond. His story is one of passion, resilience, and continuous growth in both sports and life. • Exploring the impact of continuous sports participation on injury prevention • Discussing the influence of family and initial sports exposure • Sharing pivotal moments of learning from legendary athletes, like Michael Jordan ...

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EP: 82 Luke Powell - Unveiling the Secrets of...

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2025/03/07

Send us a text Luke shares his transformative journey from aspiring footballer to successful fitness entrepreneur, emphasizing how failure played a pivotal role in shaping his path. He discusses mental health, the importance of resilience, and the holistic approach behind his Shredfast principles. • Importance of embracing failure for growth • Impact of childhood on personal ambitions • Navigating the transition from sports to entrepreneurship • Mental health as an essentia...

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Ep: 81 The Courage to Chase Dreams at Any Age Daniela...

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2025/02/28

Send us a text What happens when you leave behind familiar surroundings in search of a place that feels like home? On this episode of the Detached Podcast, we welcome the inspiring Daniela Bowman, an accomplished entrepreneur and author, who shares her transformative journey from feeling disconnected in Germany and Switzerland to discovering a vibrant community in Dubai that sparked both personal and professional fulfillment. Through Daniela's story, listeners will gain insight into how her E...

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Ep: 80 The number one aspiring Product developer in...

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2025/02/21

Send us a text Kian Golzari shares his transformative journey from Scotland to Dubai, revealing how his Iranian heritage has shaped his identity and career. He emphasizes the importance of building meaningful relationships, embracing opportunities, and balancing ambition with personal fulfillment, particularly through family connections and self-awareness. • Kian’s multicultural upbringing and its impact on his identity • The influence of personal experiences in shaping his career path • ...

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