The DEE & Stanley Podcast

The DEE & Stanley Podcast

The DEE & Stanley podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Former CFL player & business owner Daniel English along side content creator Stanley Rashai. Each week they discuss topics from current culture, comedy, business, Vancouver and more. It is uncut & unedited.

  1. How "MELT INFUSIONS" Started, Mental Health & Bringing Friends With You on Your Journey

    2023-04-10

    How "MELT INFUSIONS" Started, Mental Health & Bringing Friends With You on Your Journey

    In this week’s episode, the boys had a special guest Sanaz Bahrami the founder of MELTS INFUSIONS. A Plant-based supplements company whose product helps boost energy, mood and focus. Sanaz shares with us how she used her painful experience and turned it into a very successful business. While struggling with anxiety and depression for years and attempting to get much-needed relief, physicians encouraged Sanaz to take antidepressants. However, she was never a fan of over-the-counter medications and didn't like the idea of taking a potentially habit-forming pill to alter my mood.After taking traditional medication for over ten years, she began researching medicinal herbs and their effects on the human body. With her health sciences and biomedical engineering background and the assistance of her lab mate's mother, who provided her with a world of knowledge on ayurvedic medicine. She taught her how to use herbal remedies are used for relaxation and balance. This is how MELTS INFUSIONS was born. We had a very interesting conversation as Sanaz was very vulnerable about her struggles with her mental health. She explains how she was able to overcome a victim mentality during the pandemic and build a six-figure business. We discussed the struggle she faces dating as a successful woman and running a business. The episode ends on poignant note with Sanaz sharing how she believes her success isn’t just for her but to help those around her. She thinks it doesn’t have to be lonely at the top if we all there together.

    1h 16m
  2. Dating a Vancouver Girl, Capitalism and The Desire to Produce Viral Content

    2023-04-10

    Dating a Vancouver Girl, Capitalism and The Desire to Produce Viral Content

    The boys had a special guest Coach Rod in this week's episode. They discuss his experience as an outsider moving to Vancouver and adjusting to the fast past life here. We also talk about the dating scene where Coach Rod passionately describes what it is like to date in Vancouver.@mrrodericki clearly wasn’t ready for his first date with a girl from Vancouver as he recalls biking the seawall on the date.We also discuss the difficulties experienced by content creators, such as not sitting on content and always wanting to go viral The episode ends on a passionate tone, with Daniel and Rod having a discussion about Capitalism and taxing the rich.

    1h 14m
  3. Career Goals, Breakup Story & Creative Process

    2023-04-10

    Career Goals, Breakup Story & Creative Process

    In this week’s episode, the boys had a special guest Sean McDonnell a talented comedian. Right out the gate you could tell why Sean became comedian. We dive into his journey into comedy and how he uses his life as the source of his material. We also discuss the struggles comedian face to be themselves and fully express their thoughts in world that is more censored The episode ends with a hilarious story of how Sean almost ended up on Worldstar after a disagreement with a now ex-girlfriend in public on the beach. You gotta tune in to get the full story. Its one you don’t want to miss

    1h 35m
  4. Fake Positivity, Growing up without a Father & the Death of Stephen "Twitch" Boss

    2023-04-10

    Fake Positivity, Growing up without a Father & the Death of Stephen "Twitch" Boss

    New Year same vibes as the boys kicked off the year with a new episode. In this episode, we discuss the difference between being selfish and protecting your peace, and establishing boundaries. We Talk about Daniel’s desire to try something new and get his real estate license. We also discuss the complexity of navigating a relationship with an absent father. The episode end with a discussion Stephen “Twitch” Boss’ death. We discussed how humanity often glorifies the lives of celebrities over the lives of those closest to them. How this obsession overshadows the things that matter in life.

    2h 10m
  5. Providence Hosting Art Awards, Elderly People Driving & Vancouver Terrible Nightlife

    2023-01-08

    Providence Hosting Art Awards, Elderly People Driving & Vancouver Terrible Nightlife

    In this week’s episode, the boys come in hot with a debate about why the Nightlife and some business never reach their full potential. In this discussion, Daniel stresses the importance of hiring young people you can trust and not letting the process create a crippling fear that stops you from acting. We also discussed Prov’s experience hosting the Abbotsford Art Awards which helped him realize his growth as a comedian. As this was the first time he had performed in front of his parents with their full support The episode ends with a hilarious discussion about why people over the age of 50 should be required to retake their driving test as they can create havoc on the roadorretha

    1h 25m
  6. Guys Fake Orgasms, Highschool Reunions & Jeffery Epstein

    2023-01-02

    Guys Fake Orgasms, Highschool Reunions & Jeffery Epstein

    In this week’s episode, the boys came in hot with a debate about inappropriate/ wild places to have sexual encounters stories. They delve into the importance of good meaningful relationships and how to deal with “haters”. We talk about our experiences growing up in immigrant families and the intricacies of it. We also discussed Daniel’s experience at his Highschool Reunion and the motivation It created seeing the growth or lack therefore is his classmate. The episode ended with a discussion about bias Media had when reporting about Black people and other races. Which is seen in how the Kyrie incident was more televised than the Epstein Scandal.

    1h 40m
  7. Provy Takes on A Heckler, Vancouver Strip Clubs, Spicy Food in Uganda

    2022-12-14

    Provy Takes on A Heckler, Vancouver Strip Clubs, Spicy Food in Uganda

    In this week’s episode, the boys take a trip down memory lane to the Black Out Comedy Show hosted by our previous guest Ola. We discussed the highlights and the wild moments of the show. Particularly the mystical mind reading magician. We got into a spirited debate about what is worse bad breath or bad odour. We dug deep into a how Provy thinks we are “weirdos” which is why we all hang out.  We finished off the show with their usual light banter about our first experiences with bidet.  Enjoy.

    1h 46m
  8. How Ola "Showtime" dada Got into Comedy, The Creative Process, New Found Fame & More

    2022-11-23

    How Ola "Showtime" dada Got into Comedy, The Creative Process, New Found Fame & More

    In this week’s episode, the crew had a special guest. We had the notable comedian, Ola Dada who appeared on the first Season of Canada’s Got Talent as a semifinalist (2022). Featured in notable magazines such Maclean. He released his debut comedy album with 604 Records called DADA PLAN. Ola has performed with international comedians such as Godfrey, White Yardie, Okey Bakassi, Andrew Santino, Rosebud Baker, Bryan Simpson, Donnell Rowling, and Bovi. He placed runner-up on Canada’s largest comedy competition SiriusXM top comic (2019). He has performed at Just for Laughs Vancouver, Montreal, and Toronto festivals. Ola dada was featured on CBC Gem The New Wave of Stand Up, which was broadcasted across the country. They talk about his journey to stardom as a comedian. From his first set which started as a dare from his friends to his creative process and his growth and courage leave a 9 to 5 to pursue his dream. They also discuss what is like to be black in the industry and the logistics of running a comedy show. They finished off the show with their usual light banter with Ola highlighting some of his favourite moments about Provy on the podcast and an insightful conversation about Tik Tok.

    1h 40m
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The DEE & Stanley podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Former CFL player & business owner Daniel English along side content creator Stanley Rashai. Each week they discuss topics from current culture, comedy, business, Vancouver and more. It is uncut & unedited.

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  • Creator
    The DEE & Stanley Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
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