<![CDATA[Being Epic]]>Empowering individuals to embrace adversity, take ownership and build purpose driven success stories.

]]>https://www.rezaeisa.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:06:11 GMTSun, 10 May 2026 21:06:10 GMT60Arash Rezaei<p>Empowering individuals to embrace adversity, take ownership and build purpose driven success stories.</p>episodicArash Rezaeiepic@rezaeisa.comno<![CDATA[Being Epic | E10]]>The conversation delves into the themes of personal accountability and self-reflection, the impact of social media on perception, and the rise of the alpha mentality. It explores the need for individuals to take responsibility for their actions, the influence of social media on public opinion, and the shift towards a more assertive and alpha-oriented mindset in society. The conversation delves into the topics of extremism, forgiveness, dealing with idiots, earning respect, and appealing to a higher intellectual level. It explores the power of forgiveness as a sign of strength and the importance of earning respect. It also discusses the challenges of dealing with individuals who display idiotic tendencies and the shift towards appealing to a higher intellectual level.

Takeaways:

  • Personal accountability
  • Impact of social media
  • Alpha mentality Forgiveness is a sign of strength
  • Respect must be earned

Chapters

  • 00:00 Personal Accountability and Self-Reflection
  • 02:59 Impact of Social Media on Perception
  • 23:07 Rise of the Alpha Mentality
  • 25:39 Extremism and Normality
  • 29:10 The Power of Forgiveness
  • 36:02 Dealing with Idiots
  • 42:16 Earning Respect
  • 43:37 Higher Intellectual Level
]]>1696b0af-96fc-4361-bda0-134dfd692788Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:19:48 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the themes of personal accountability and self-reflection, the impact of social media on perception, and the rise of the alpha mentality. It explores the need for individuals to take responsibility for their actions, the influence of social media on public opinion, and the shift towards a more assertive and alpha-oriented mindset in society. The conversation delves into the topics of extremism, forgiveness, dealing with idiots, earning respect, and appealing to a higher intellectual level. It explores the power of forgiveness as a sign of strength and the importance of earning respect. It also discusses the challenges of dealing with individuals who display idiotic tendencies and the shift towards appealing to a higher intellectual level.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p></p><ul><li>Personal accountability</li><li>Impact of social media</li><li>Alpha mentality Forgiveness is a sign of strength</li><li>Respect must be earned</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Personal Accountability and Self-Reflection</li><li>02:59 Impact of Social Media on Perception</li><li>23:07 Rise of the Alpha Mentality</li><li>25:39 Extremism and Normality</li><li>29:10 The Power of Forgiveness</li><li>36:02 Dealing with Idiots</li><li>42:16 Earning Respect</li><li>43:37 Higher Intellectual Level</li></ul>no00:50:47110Being Epic | E10full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E9]]>The conversation begins with light-hearted banter and transitions into a discussion about controversial football games and referee decisions. This leads to a deeper exploration of raising kids and dealing with autistic children. The conversation then delves into societal attitudes and accountability, highlighting the changing perspectives and behaviors in today's society. The conversation delves into the definition of success and financial freedom, highlighting the importance of providing a worry-free and luxurious lifestyle for loved ones as a measure of success. The concept of financial freedom is explored in the context of being able to afford a comfortable and secure life for oneself and others.

Takeaways:

  • Raising kids and dealing with autistic children
  • The changing societal attitudes towards accountability and behavior Financial freedom
  • The meaning of success

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Light-hearted Banter
  • 03:01 Controversy in Football: Rigged Games and Referee Decisions
  • 08:29 Raising Kids and Dealing with Autistic Children
  • 22:25 Societal Attitudes and Accountability
  • 29:44 Defining Success and Financial Freedom
]]>650bf51a-6f0c-4055-af6c-e92655512d03Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:10:03 GMT<p>The conversation begins with light-hearted banter and transitions into a discussion about controversial football games and referee decisions. This leads to a deeper exploration of raising kids and dealing with autistic children. The conversation then delves into societal attitudes and accountability, highlighting the changing perspectives and behaviors in today's society. The conversation delves into the definition of success and financial freedom, highlighting the importance of providing a worry-free and luxurious lifestyle for loved ones as a measure of success. The concept of financial freedom is explored in the context of being able to afford a comfortable and secure life for oneself and others.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p></p><ul><li>Raising kids and dealing with autistic children</li><li>The changing societal attitudes towards accountability and behavior Financial freedom</li><li>The meaning of success</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Light-hearted Banter</li><li>03:01 Controversy in Football: Rigged Games and Referee Decisions</li><li>08:29 Raising Kids and Dealing with Autistic Children</li><li>22:25 Societal Attitudes and Accountability</li><li>29:44 Defining Success and Financial Freedom</li></ul>no01:00:0119Being Epic | E9full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E8]]>The conversation delves into the evolution of seriousness in the podcasting world, the concept of integrity, the influence of others on personal integrity, the dilemma of being a people pleaser, unlocking true potential, and the culture of entitlement in relationships and business.

Takeaways:

  • Integrity is a fundamental aspect of conduct in personal and professional relationships.
  • The culture of entitlement has led to transactional and hardcore interactions in dating and business.

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Evolution of Seriousness
  • 06:11 The People Pleaser Dilemma
  • 11:38 The Culture of Entitlement
]]>93b9883f-28fb-4c52-bbed-7c149a98155cThu, 02 Jul 2026 17:42:38 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the evolution of seriousness in the podcasting world, the concept of integrity, the influence of others on personal integrity, the dilemma of being a people pleaser, unlocking true potential, and the culture of entitlement in relationships and business.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p></p><ul><li>Integrity is a fundamental aspect of conduct in personal and professional relationships.</li><li>The culture of entitlement has led to transactional and hardcore interactions in dating and business.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Evolution of Seriousness</li><li>06:11 The People Pleaser Dilemma</li><li>11:38 The Culture of Entitlement</li></ul>no00:46:1718Being Epic | E8full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E7]]>The conversation explores themes of unity in diversity, the illusion of time, the power of calmness, humility vs. self-sabotage, the most expensive lie, wisdom and awareness, and discernment and power. It emphasizes the importance of handling situations with calmness and discernment, and the impact of wisdom and awareness on personal power and relevance.

Takeaways:

  • Unity in diversity promotes respect for different beliefs and religions.
  • The illusion of time leads to a realization of the value of the present moment.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Unity in Diversity
  • 08:19 The Illusion of Time
  • 22:45 Humility vs. Self-Sabotage
  • 30:31 The Power of Calmness
  • 38:36 Wisdom and Awareness
  • 49:55 Discernment and Power
]]>0408d1f3-99c4-449d-8b4d-2073256ac977Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:59:14 GMT<p>The conversation explores themes of unity in diversity, the illusion of time, the power of calmness, humility vs. self-sabotage, the most expensive lie, wisdom and awareness, and discernment and power. It emphasizes the importance of handling situations with calmness and discernment, and the impact of wisdom and awareness on personal power and relevance.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p></p><ul><li>Unity in diversity promotes respect for different beliefs and religions.</li><li>The illusion of time leads to a realization of the value of the present moment.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Unity in Diversity</li><li>08:19 The Illusion of Time</li><li>22:45 Humility vs. Self-Sabotage</li><li>30:31 The Power of Calmness</li><li>38:36 Wisdom and Awareness</li><li>49:55 Discernment and Power</li></ul>no00:50:3417Being Epic | E7full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E6]]>The conversation begins with a humorous welcome to 2026, followed by a discussion on certainty and change, and concludes with a reflection on the most expensive lesson learned in life. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including gaming and collecting, life lessons, financial stability, the importance of respect, self-reliance, and reflections on life. The speakers shared insights on following dreams, the value of respect, and the impact of social dynamics. They also discussed the influence of friends, the importance of financial stability, and the balance between being liked and being respected. Additionally, they explored the significance of self-reliance and the role of education in parenting.

Takeaways:

  • Certainty and change are inevitable
  • The most expensive lesson is the inability to be fluid The influence of friends in shaping life trajectories
  • The importance of financial stability and self-reliance

Chapters

  • 00:00 Welcome to 2026
  • 20:42 The Most Expensive Lesson
  • 27:28 Following Dreams vs. Corporate Success
  • 35:10 Being Liked vs. Being Respected
  • 43:32 The Value of Respect and Quality
  • 48:50 Reflections on Life and Lessons Learned
]]>705997c2-9785-4f33-bcbd-86aa47090e1fTue, 16 Jun 2026 18:49:45 GMT<p>The conversation begins with a humorous welcome to 2026, followed by a discussion on certainty and change, and concludes with a reflection on the most expensive lesson learned in life. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including gaming and collecting, life lessons, financial stability, the importance of respect, self-reliance, and reflections on life. The speakers shared insights on following dreams, the value of respect, and the impact of social dynamics. They also discussed the influence of friends, the importance of financial stability, and the balance between being liked and being respected. Additionally, they explored the significance of self-reliance and the role of education in parenting.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p></p><ul><li>Certainty and change are inevitable</li><li>The most expensive lesson is the inability to be fluid The influence of friends in shaping life trajectories</li><li>The importance of financial stability and self-reliance</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Welcome to 2026</li><li>20:42 The Most Expensive Lesson</li><li>27:28 Following Dreams vs. Corporate Success</li><li>35:10 Being Liked vs. Being Respected</li><li>43:32 The Value of Respect and Quality</li><li>48:50 Reflections on Life and Lessons Learned</li></ul>no00:58:3216Being Epic | E6full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E5]]>The conversation begins with a focus on reconnecting and the benefits of online conversations. It then delves into the illusion of success and the concept of virality, followed by a discussion on the priorities of the self-reliant business person. The conversation concludes with insights into marketing and the role of human emotions in business. The conversation delves into the power of positive energy, respecting individual realities, maintaining refinement in adversity, composure in tough times, basic principles in challenging times, discernment and impression, and impressing the right people. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, respecting individual perspectives, and returning to basic principles in tough times. It also highlights the value of discernment in relationships and the pursuit of recognition from those of true value.

Takeaways

  • Online conversations facilitate global accessibility and diverse perspectives.
  • Success and virality are often illusory, and true success comes from creating value and meeting market demand.
  • Prioritizing strategic partnerships, virtual business mindset, client acquisition, and team alignment are crucial for self-reliant business success.
  • Human emotions play a significant role in business interactions, and maintaining a positive attitude is essential for success. Maintaining a positive attitude is crucial in business and life
  • Respecting individual perspectives and self-worth is essential
  • Returning to basic principles and self-care is important in challenging times
  • Discernment in relationships and influences is valuable for personal growth and success

Chapters

  • 00:00 Reconnecting and Online Conversations
  • 11:08 Priorities of the Self-Reliant Business Person
  • 17:39 Marketing and Human Emotions in Business
  • 26:46 The Power of Positive Energy
  • 32:17 Refinement in Adversity
  • 42:55 Basic Principles in Challenging Times
  • 50:05 Impressing the Right People
]]>cfa5f2f6-606a-4a8a-906c-ecebb55aa6e0Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:11:58 GMT<p>The conversation begins with a focus on reconnecting and the benefits of online conversations. It then delves into the illusion of success and the concept of virality, followed by a discussion on the priorities of the self-reliant business person. The conversation concludes with insights into marketing and the role of human emotions in business. The conversation delves into the power of positive energy, respecting individual realities, maintaining refinement in adversity, composure in tough times, basic principles in challenging times, discernment and impression, and impressing the right people. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, respecting individual perspectives, and returning to basic principles in tough times. It also highlights the value of discernment in relationships and the pursuit of recognition from those of true value.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Online conversations facilitate global accessibility and diverse perspectives.</li><li>Success and virality are often illusory, and true success comes from creating value and meeting market demand.</li><li>Prioritizing strategic partnerships, virtual business mindset, client acquisition, and team alignment are crucial for self-reliant business success.</li><li>Human emotions play a significant role in business interactions, and maintaining a positive attitude is essential for success. Maintaining a positive attitude is crucial in business and life</li><li>Respecting individual perspectives and self-worth is essential</li><li>Returning to basic principles and self-care is important in challenging times</li><li>Discernment in relationships and influences is valuable for personal growth and success</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Reconnecting and Online Conversations</li><li>11:08 Priorities of the Self-Reliant Business Person</li><li>17:39 Marketing and Human Emotions in Business</li><li>26:46 The Power of Positive Energy</li><li>32:17 Refinement in Adversity</li><li>42:55 Basic Principles in Challenging Times</li><li>50:05 Impressing the Right People</li></ul>no00:52:3515Being Epic | E5full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E4]]>The conversation delves into the importance of a consumer-centric approach to business, the evolution of Silicon Valley, the simplification of the investment process, the role of AI in investment, and the introduction of StartX as a technology marketplace for the investment industry.

Takeaways

  • Consumer-centric approach
  • Simplifying the investment process

Chapters

  • 00:00 Consumer-Centric Approach to Business
  • 09:04 The Role of AI in Investment
]]>1a15d8c8-fb26-46c0-9cb2-4ba710e79931Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:58:27 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the importance of a consumer-centric approach to business, the evolution of Silicon Valley, the simplification of the investment process, the role of AI in investment, and the introduction of StartX as a technology marketplace for the investment industry.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Consumer-centric approach</li><li>Simplifying the investment process</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Consumer-Centric Approach to Business</li><li>09:04 The Role of AI in Investment</li></ul>no00:15:1714Being Epic | E4full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E3]]>The conversation revolves around the themes of integrity, loyalty, and authenticity in personal and professional relationships. It emphasizes the importance of being genuine, honest, and credible, and the consequences of betrayal and dishonesty. Arash Rezaei shares insights on navigating social circles and making choices based on character and integrity.

Takeaways

  • Integrity and loyalty speak volumes about a person's character.
  • The table you sit at says everything about who you are, not the words and intentions.

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Consequences of Betrayal and Dishonesty
  • 06:09 Navigating Social Circles with Integrity
]]>9650ce64-d77b-4e78-9cbb-adfd65f43572Mon, 25 May 2026 16:29:39 GMT<p>The conversation revolves around the themes of integrity, loyalty, and authenticity in personal and professional relationships. It emphasizes the importance of being genuine, honest, and credible, and the consequences of betrayal and dishonesty. Arash Rezaei shares insights on navigating social circles and making choices based on character and integrity.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Integrity and loyalty speak volumes about a person's character.</li><li>The table you sit at says everything about who you are, not the words and intentions.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Consequences of Betrayal and Dishonesty</li><li>06:09 Navigating Social Circles with Integrity</li></ul>no00:08:1213Being Epic | E3full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E2]]>The conversation covers the importance of having a vision, pursuing dreams, and overcoming obstacles to achieve success. It emphasizes the significance of self-belief, determination, and the internal drive to create a meaningful and impactful life.

Takeaways

  • Vision is essential for success
  • Self-belief and determination are crucial for achieving goals

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Power of Vision
  • 06:10 The Importance of Self-Belief
  • 13:20 Creating a Vision for Success
]]>4f78595a-ca3d-4b17-baca-6c530e407d45Mon, 18 May 2026 18:24:12 GMT<p>The conversation covers the importance of having a vision, pursuing dreams, and overcoming obstacles to achieve success. It emphasizes the significance of self-belief, determination, and the internal drive to create a meaningful and impactful life.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Vision is essential for success</li><li>Self-belief and determination are crucial for achieving goals</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Power of Vision</li><li>06:10 The Importance of Self-Belief</li><li>13:20 Creating a Vision for Success</li></ul>no00:20:4312Being Epic | E2full<![CDATA[Being Epic | E1]]>Arash Rezaei is a dynamic entrepreneur with numerous highly successful businesses dedicated to guiding individuals towards personal and professional growth.

]]>48fcb11f-dcbf-4f90-81f4-231918600347Mon, 11 May 2026 20:05:05 GMT<p>Arash Rezaei is a dynamic entrepreneur with numerous highly successful businesses dedicated to guiding individuals towards personal and professional growth.</p>no00:06:1211Being Epic | E1full