Ish Matters

Rania Salah
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  • EDUCATION

Ish Matters is an educational podcast for everyone! Your host Rania Salah believes that change begins with conversation, all-inclusive conversations. Along the way, Rania shares her personal experiences, research findings, and invites guests to discuss topics ranging from science and politics to self-love. This is raw, unedited, and a little messy. So decide on a drive or chore, grab some headphones, and get ready for some learning!

  1. 10/08/2024

    Why Your Brain Craves Nature, Not Concrete Jungles

    Ever feel like the city is suffocating you? Like your stress levels are always high, sleep isn’t restful, and like you can’t come up with new ideas? In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden truths about why you need nature to stay sane—biologically, neurologically, and emotionally. From lowering blood pressure and stress hormones to boosting creativity and happiness, nature does more than just look pretty—it’s crucial for your health. I’ll walk you through the science behind it and share why losing touch with the natural world is costing us more than we realize. If you’ve ever felt the pull to escape into the wild, this episode will show you why your body and mind are begging to escape from the concrete cages we live in.  Instagram: @Ish.matters The Nature Fix By Florence Williams Effects of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) on levels of cortisol

    24 min

  2. 09/28/2024

    Is the U.S. Government Poisoning Us? Yes

    Is the U.S. Government Poisoning Us? It might sound shocking, but in this episode, we take a deep dive into how government subsidies, big agriculture, and ultra-processed foods are contributing to America's rising chronic disease rates. From diabetes and heart disease to autoimmune disorders, we'll uncover the policies behind the problem and explore the hidden chemicals in our food supply. Join me as I break down the facts, share the data, and offer practical tips on how you can navigate a food system that seems to be working against your health. It's time to take control—because what you don’t know might be hurting you. "The Impact of Special Interest Groups on the Federal Dietary Guidelines: Consequences for American Health"

    29 min

  3. 09/22/2024

    You're Not Living In Reality: The Spectacle of Commodities

    This episode is about Guy Debord's idea of the spectacle: a social system where life is mediated by images and appearances. It’s not just about watching TV or scrolling through social media—though those are clear examples—but about how everything in society becomes a performance, a show. The spectacle turns real, lived experiences into representations, where appearances matter more than substance. It’s a world where being has turned into appearing, and we are constantly performing, not living. Inspired by: The Philosophize this Podcast  Society of the Spectacle

    35 min

  4. 09/09/2024

    The American Dream: Burnout, Myths, & Self-Exploitation

    In this episode, we’re going to discuss the American Dream—the myth, the hustle, and the crisis it has driven us into. In this, we will learn about the “achievement society” as dubbed by Byung-Chul Han, the myth of self-improvement, and how we exploit ourselves to the point of burnout. My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@knowthingss?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc References: The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

    29 min

  5. 06/13/2023

    Interviewing Lora Marie | AIP Diet, Life with Autoimmune, Self-compassion, and More

    Lora Marie has been creating (hilarious) educational content surrounding the experiences of living with an autoimmune disorder. She is an RA Warrior who has used her experiences, trials, and errors to inspire fellow autoimmune warriors with positivity, light, and connection. In this episode, we talk a little about a lot- including AIP diets, remaining hopeful and resilient through the hardships of autoimmunity, and more. Hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Find Lora @exploringautoimmune Find me @_raniaasalah Accessible Therapy (virtual): 1. BetterHelp 2. Teen Counseling 3. Brightside If you have insurance: 1. Call your insurance to find a therapist in-network for you 2. Ask your job about benefits 3. Look up "sliding-scale therapists near me" - PsychologyToday or other search engines can help you filter for your needs

    56 min

  6. 05/20/2023

    Autoimmune Disorders: The Basics

    Autoimmune disorders are on the rise: both in prevalence and in variation. Here's a little bit of background knowledge about what we know and what we don't know about autoimmunity. As promised, see links below for more information: Instagram: @_raniaasalah Role of Diet and Lifestyle: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11882-013-0404-6 Factors involved in the etiology of SLE: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2015.00608/full Diet, Microbiota, and Autoimmunity: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0961203313501401?casa_token=WF5sl2ksKYkAAAAA:7AjSc7P7P_jD9V-t6a0HHrFVKu4AjSXdyuM5Fyz9vzYrc2TYaoR3VCZg6Ft9GT7JD38qArxlKO41hw Environmental Triggers in the Development of Autoimmune Diseases ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3W9GNDYyyQ&t=2511s⁠ Hank Green: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPkwZ4vELyI

    38 min
  7. What'd You Call Me? Stigmatizing Language in EHRs/EMRs

    03/11/2023

    What'd You Call Me? Stigmatizing Language in EHRs/EMRs

    This is a heavy one! One factor contributing to racial health inequities is implicit bias- or rather the consequences of unchecked biases in healthcare settings.  Implicit or explicit negative attitudes toward patients may adversely impact quality of healthcare and perpetuate health disparities. Stigmatizing language written in a patient’s medical record contributes to attitudes and implicit bias, ergo influencing physician decision-making and treatment. Although medical records are an integral method of communicating about patients, they have been a vector for transmitting implicit bias in the healthcare profession. This episode outlines the importance of mandating that clinicians undergo supplementary training to properly, accurately, and objectively document  patient information on electronic health records (EHRs). Want more information about one or more of my sources? Ask a question on anchor or Spotify, or DM me on instagram!  Instagram: @_raniaasalah

    34 min
  8. On Naming Your Emotions: Part 2 of The Mindfulness Series

    01/06/2023

    On Naming Your Emotions: Part 2 of The Mindfulness Series

    Language is our portal to meaning making, and without the right language to describe and articulate our emotions, we may struggle to find healing. We may find that emotions begin to consume us, chip away at our physical and mental well-being, and manifest as destructive behaviors. When we lack the right vocabulary, connection becomes all the more difficult. When our emotional language is limited, we we feel disembodied or disconnected from ourselves and others. Language is pivotal to allowing emotions to guide our behaviors productively, help us make sense of ourselves and the world, and extend compassion to those we listen to. Part of mindfulness is awareness without judgement, and awareness is achieved by discernment. By naming our emotions, we can act as impartial observers without allowing them to overwhelm us. And in that process, we gain control. And come on, we have a cool pre-frontal cortex, we might as well use it!  Follow the Ish Matters Instagram for episode updates and summaries: @ishmatters  Brene Brown: Atlas of The Heart  Gabor Mate: When The Body Says No Emotions wheel: feelingswheel

    36 min
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About

Ish Matters is an educational podcast for everyone! Your host Rania Salah believes that change begins with conversation, all-inclusive conversations. Along the way, Rania shares her personal experiences, research findings, and invites guests to discuss topics ranging from science and politics to self-love. This is raw, unedited, and a little messy. So decide on a drive or chore, grab some headphones, and get ready for some learning!

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  • Creator
    Rania Salah
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rania Salah
  • Show Website
    Ish Matters