Mind, Body, and Roots

Ahad Saqib
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Everybody has a story — raw, unfiltered, and rooted in culture. These are the voices that don’t always make headlines but deserve to be heard.

  1. Episode 19: No Residency, No Insurance, No Regrets. Chay Didn't Just Inherit a Practice — He Inherited a Vision

    MAR 29

    Episode 19: No Residency, No Insurance, No Regrets. Chay Didn't Just Inherit a Practice — He Inherited a Vision

    Chay graduated from dental school, skipped the residency track, and 18 months later stepped into ownership of his mentor's fee-for-service practice — no insurance panels, no regrets. In this raw and candid conversation, we get into the risk, the roots, and the relationship that made it all possible.

    1h 20m
  2. Episode 18: Built to Last: Dr. Jose Gil on Dentistry, Legacy, Growth, and Life

    MAR 8

    Episode 18: Built to Last: Dr. Jose Gil on Dentistry, Legacy, Growth, and Life

    On this episode of Mind Body and Roots, I’m joined by my mentor, Dr. Jose Gil, for a thoughtful conversation on dentistry, legacy, relationships, growth, and life itself. We explore what it means to build a career with purpose, invest in people, and create an impact that extends beyond professional success. A conversation rooted in wisdom, perspective, and the deeper principles that guide a meaningful life.

    1h 7m
  3. Episode 17: Smart Money, Fast Cars, & Better Dentistry

    FEB 17

    Episode 17: Smart Money, Fast Cars, & Better Dentistry

    In this episode of Mind Body and Roots, I sit down with Sunny Pahouja, DDS—Cincinnati practice owner and founder of Dental Investment Group—to discuss how dentists can become financially responsible and intentional with their decisions. We cover investing mindset, practice ownership, lifestyle balance, and staying motivated without burning out. Expect practical takeaways, honest perspectives, and a few fun detours into cars and passion.

    59 min
  4. Episode 16: Legacy to Leadership: Dr. Amrita Patel on Scaling Practices and Staying Grounded

    JAN 16

    Episode 16: Legacy to Leadership: Dr. Amrita Patel on Scaling Practices and Staying Grounded

    Dr. Amrita Patel joins us for a rare look into a major practice transformation: converting eight endo offices into general dental practices. She breaks down the leadership mindset, operational realities, and patient-care considerations that come with scaling—and shares her personal story from NYU to the Midwest and then back to NY. We also talk about identity, resilience, and how her experience as a South Asian woman shaped her approach to leadership and growth.

    47 min
  5. Episode 15: Dentistry, Nachos, and Real Talk with Dr. Paul Goodman

    11/23/2025

    Episode 15: Dentistry, Nachos, and Real Talk with Dr. Paul Goodman

    A conversation full of energy, honesty, and a whole lot of nacho-flavored wisdom. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Paul Goodman to talk dentistry, life, leadership, burnout, community, and why our profession needs more connection. If you’re a dentist who wants to laugh, learn, and breathe a little easier — this one’s for you.

    45 min
  6. Episode 14: Unscripted: The Cost of Chasing Dreams — Jeremy’s Story

    11/03/2025

    Episode 14: Unscripted: The Cost of Chasing Dreams — Jeremy’s Story

    In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Jeremy shares his remarkable journey from Johns Hopkins medical school to neuroscience research — and the crossroads in between. After realizing medicine wasn’t fulfilling him, he took a sabbatical to explore the world of science, publishing in leading scientific journals and earning dual master’s degrees. But beyond the academic milestones lies a deeper story — about identity, race, politics, and the tension between dreams and reality. Together, we unpack what it means to redefine success, confront burnout, and rediscover purpose when the path you planned no longer fits who you are. This is a conversation about courage, curiosity, and the cost of chasing your dreams.

    1h 10m
  7. Episode 13: Faith, Family & Fortune: Sam Coryell on Legacy & Success

    08/30/2025

    Episode 13: Faith, Family & Fortune: Sam Coryell on Legacy & Success

    In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and real estate leader Sam Coryell for an inspiring conversation about building a lasting family legacy, creating businesses from the ground up, and living with faith and purpose. Sam comes from a family that owns one of the largest real estate portfolios in the region, but his story is more than just business. We dive into: • Lessons learned growing up around entrepreneurship and real estate • The importance of reading, learning, and personal growth • How theology and faith play a role in leadership and success • What it takes to start businesses that thrive long-term • Building a family legacy that extends beyond wealth This episode is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone who wants to build something meaningful.

    1h 18m
  8. Episode 12: An American Mosaic: Conversations Between Two Curious Minds

    06/27/2025

    Episode 12: An American Mosaic: Conversations Between Two Curious Minds

    This episode is a free-flowing dive into the big (and small) questions that come with growing up in America. Ahad and Eric explore everything from government and history to science, religion, and geopolitics — with plenty of detours into personal stories, cultural quirks, and the weird contradictions of modern life. It’s thoughtful without taking itself too seriously, layered with laughs, and full of moments that make you pause and think. No script, no agenda — just real talk between two curious minds trying to make sense of the world and everything in between.

    56 min
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