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Sophia Delavari
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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 actually change your life. I want to bring you value, provoke your thinking, and help you see the world differently. If you resonate with these conversations, I’d love for you to share the podcast with others. Your support means everything. Let's get into it.Sophia

  1. DEC 12

    EP 105 : From Hostel Floors To Leading Journeys In Iraq, Iran, And Beyond - Janet Newenham

    Send us a text The moment Janet sings by the rivers of Babylon from the roof of Saddam’s abandoned palace, you realize this isn’t a typical travel story. It’s a blueprint for turning curiosity into a career, fear into discernment, and far-off headlines into human moments you can feel. We invited Janet Irish traveler, founder of women-centered group adventures, and former OG travel blogger to unpack how she built a thriving tour company guiding people through places like Iraq, Iran, Papua New Guinea, Namibia, and Sri Lanka. If you’re looking to travel smarter and braver, to see places with your own eyes, and to feel the world’s complexity without flinching, hit play. Then share this with a friend who needs a nudge. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: where would you dare to go next? Check Janet out on instagram below : https://www.instagram.com/janetnewenham/ Support the show

    1h 6m

  2. DEC 5

    EP : 104 - What If Health Care Started With Love, Sleep, And Truth - Alejandro Bataller/Part 1

    Send us a text A cancer diagnosis changed one family’s trajectory and sparked a relentless quest to redefine health care as health creation. We sit down with Alejandro, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at SHA to unpack how a “crazy idea” in a Spanish country house grew into an award-winning longevity program built on science, measurement, and human connection. This story isn’t about living forever. It’s about adding life to your years anchored in the foundations most people overlook. Feel free to DM to share your feedback on this podcast on instagram : https://www.instagram.com/sophiadelavari/ Support the show

    29 min

  3. NOV 14

    EP 103 : Inside Hyperbaric Medicine And Real-World Brain Recovery -Craig Cook

    Send us a text We trace Craig’s path from opera and Disney to leading a brain health center, and why service lessons matter in medicine. Hyperbaric programs, rigorous assessments, and real outcomes anchor a candid talk on grief, purpose, autism, and building a longer healthspan. • Family values shaped by a traveling father and a legacy of work ethic • Opera career, Disney culture, and the discipline of being fully on • Hospitality in Dubai’s early days and how the city’s pace affects connection • A pivotal loss leading to healthcare and service-driven operations • Mentorship, listening twice, and earning trust in physician-led systems • Moving abroad to find identity and independence from home expectations • Brain and Performance Center programs and multi-domain assessments • Hyperbaric oxygen protocols explained with durability and customization • Autism support, data-led progress, and Xander’s communication gains • CEO habits for brain health: early focus, decompression, mindfulness • Lifestyle strategies for cognitive fitness beyond the clinic • Case study on reversing cognitive decline post-retirement • Healthspan over lifespan and practical definitions of better living Support the show

    1h 2m

  4. NOV 7

    EP 102 - Dariush Soudi - From Bullied Immigrant To Investor

    Send us a text We explore how charging for your time raises outcomes, how compounding turns small savings into real freedom, and why rejection fuels better sales and stronger self-worth. Dariush shares raw stories of loss, grit, investing, and fatherhood that shaped his optimism and discipline. • Setting boundaries on time and ending freebies • Childhood loss, bullying, solitude and learning English • Sales grit, early ventures and beauty industry breakthrough • Mindset shifts from Tony Robbins and resilience • Investment pain, bounced checks and tighter thresholds • Teaching kids compound growth and passive income • Unconventional assets including olive trees and smart mobility • AI, health data and 3D printing as growth arenas • Rejection as a skill builder in life and sales • Pricing your value and charging from day one • Joy, symbols of self-praise and buying back time • Fatherhood as accountability and family boundaries • Self-love as the base for healthy relationships • Detaching from noise, people pleasing and old habits Support the show

    52 min

  5. NOV 3

    EP: 101 Why Men Are Becoming Infertile and What We Can Do About It -Lucas Aoun

    Send us a text Imagine a future where most Western men are completely infertile. According to Australian biohacker Lucas, we're just 33 years away from this reality if current trends continue. This revelation kicks off our fascinating exploration of the hidden factors decimating male fertility and hormonal health. Lucas shares his remarkable journey from aspiring professional soccer player to becoming a pioneering voice in natural health optimization. His quest began with addressing his own acid reflux issues and evolved into a mission to help others reclaim their biological potential. Along the way, he discovered alarming connections between our modern environment and plummeting testosterone levels across the male population. We dive deep into the invisible threats lurking in everyday products. From aluminum-based deodorants and chemical-laden moisturizers to fluoride in water and common mouthwashes that destroy beneficial bacteria, these seemingly harmless products are collectively disrupting our endocrine systems. Even more surprising is how these chemicals can feminize male physiology over time, similar to effects documented in amphibian populations exposed to xenoestrogens. The conversation takes an unexpected turn when Lucas reveals his protocol for naturally boosting testosterone and fertility. His recommendation to apply ice packs to the testicles might raise eyebrows, but the clinical results speak for themselves, with couples conceiving after implementing this technique when nothing else worked. We explore the perfect formula for hormonal optimization: strategic cooling therapy, specific resistance training protocols, and targeted supplementation with compounds like boron, taurine, Tongkat Ali, and the fascinating "Cistanche in your pants." For anyone concerned about declining energy, focus, or sexual performance, this episode offers actionable, evidence-based strategies beyond pharmaceutical solutions. Lucas's expertise shines as he explains how erectile dysfunction often signals deeper cardiovascular issues and how optimizing nitric oxide pathways can address the root cause rather than masking symptoms. Ready to reclaim your hormonal health naturally? This conversation provides the blueprint, challenging conventional wisdom while offering practical solutions for thriving in our increasingly toxic world. Support the show

    50 min

  6. OCT 21

    EP100 - A Thousand Lessons: Connection, Identity, and the Basics That Build a Life

    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 “confidence” is often just evidence stacked quietly over time; how a misaligned, headline-grabbing guest clarified purpose more than any win; and what elite coaches taught us about leading with care instead of fear. We question the rise of AI and quick fixes in health—GLP-1s included—asking how memory, meaning, and community survive when every hard edge is automated. The answer keeps returning to the fundamentals: consistent sleep, honest food, patient training, sunlight, long walks, and conversations that make us feel seen. Across stories of rejection, risk, and reinvention—from selling intangibles to shedding career skins—we spotlight a pattern shared by the most content guests: guard three pillars every day—mind, nutrition, and physical body. When one slips, satisfaction fades. The fix is rarely exotic; it’s usually just closer attention and a bit more care. If you’ve felt stuck, this milestone is a reminder that you don’t need a new identity to begin—only a new practice. Listen for the lessons, borrow the ones that fit, and leave the rest. If the episode resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a review to help others find the show. Support the show

    46 min

  7. SEP 26

    EP 99 : Finding Purpose After a Heart Attack Changed Everything - Allaoua

    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 control and fear management),  he discovered that this unlikely background actually prepared him for yoga in profound ways. "I couldn't have tried yoga without Sistema. I was not ready," he reveals, explaining how both disciplines share a focus on breath control, emotional management, and clarity under pressure. His health crisis became what he now calls "the best thing that could happen to me," forcing him to abandon an unsustainable lifestyle of constant work, minimal sleep, and social isolation despite material success. The transition wasn't easy. Friends who once sought his business advice stopped communicating with him. The financial adjustment from entrepreneur to yoga teacher required significant adaptation. Yet he approached this change with strategic intention, eventually developing his unique approach to yoga that particularly resonates with CEOs, athletes, and others seeking clarity and fear management. Throughout our conversation, he offers powerful insights on manifestation, visualization, and the importance of detachment. "The more you attach to things—material, emotion, people—the more you make yourself vulnerable," he explains. "The real freedom is to be detached from everything." This philosophy has guided his remarkable reinvention and continues to inform how he helps high-performing individuals today. Whether you're contemplating a major life change, recovering from burnout, or simply curious about different paths to purpose, Allaoua story reminds us that sometimes our greatest growth comes through crisis—and that true freedom might require letting go of everything we thought defined success. I would love to hear your feedback also, feel free to send me a DM on : https://www.instagram.com/sophiadelavari/ Thank you for listening. Support the show Support the show

    55 min

  8. SEP 19

    EP : 98 From Dubai Bling : DJ Bliss Unplugged

    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 practices ground him through career highs and lows. His entrepreneurial spirit emerged early—working in his father's toy stores at 14, paying his own college tuition through DJ gigs, and eventually supporting his siblings' education before establishing multiple successful businesses. The conversation shatters common misconceptions about Dubai wealth. Born and raised in a city where Emiratis comprise just 20% of the population, Bliss built his empire from scratch, emphasizing that Dubai's transformation offered opportunities for those willing to work for them. This multicultural environment profoundly shaped his musical identity: "My genre is really a representation of Dubai. I want to make music that works at a duty-free where everyone from around the world would love it." Perhaps most compelling is Bliss's raw account of his Netflix "Dubai Bling" experience. The disparity between his authentic self and edited portrayal triggered an avalanche of social media hatred that tested his mental health. "It's hard to take it all in. No matter how thick your skin is, it hurts," he admits. Yet this challenging period ultimately reconnected him with his true passion—creating music that brings joy. From recording unreleased tracks with Will Smith to manifesting 90% of the goals on his vision board, Bliss demonstrates the power of visualization alongside persistent effort. As he evolves his sound by infusing house music with Middle Eastern influences, he remains committed to positive impact: "I'm detaching myself from what no longer serves me and moving toward things that impact myself, people, and life in a positive way." Ready to be inspired by authentic stories of resilience and reinvention? Listen now and discover how finding your unique lane might be the key to lasting fulfillment. I would love to hear your feedback also, feel free to send me a DM on : https://www.instagram.com/sophiadelavari/ Thank you for listening. Support the show

    1h 13m
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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 actually change your life. I want to bring you value, provoke your thinking, and help you see the world differently. If you resonate with these conversations, I’d love for you to share the podcast with others. Your support means everything. Let's get into it.Sophia

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  • Creator
    Sophia Delavari
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Detached podcast
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