Chatting With Slava The Jordanian
Welcome to Chatting with Slava the Jordanian! This podcast dives into the fascinating world of immigrant entrepreneurship. Each week, Dr. Slava Shaker Al-Nabulsi, an immigrant entrepreneur herself, brings you inspiring stories of resilience, determination, and success.
Join us as we uncover the mindset that empowers immigrants to overcome barriers, break limiting beliefs, and achieve their dreams. Featuring captivating interviews with immigrant entrepreneurs and expert advice, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating challenges and thriving in new environments.
Tune in for insightful discussions, practical tips, and motivational stories that celebrate the diversity and strength of immigrant experiences.
Join us weekly to Master an Unlimited Mindset by Eliminating Limited Beliefs.
Episodes
67 episodes
Reimagining Our Relationship with Anxiety | Elizabeth Shahid, LMFT
What if anxiety isn't the enemy?In Episode 66 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava Al Nubulsi welcomes back Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Elizabeth Shahid for a deeply personal exploration of anxiety, ...
THE WORK BEHIND THE WORK with Abby Vickery
What does it mean to spend your life holding space for other people—and still make room to remain connected to yourself?In this deeply personal episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava welcomes her friend Abby Vi...
The Man Behind the Algorithm: How Al-Khwarizmi Changed the Modern World
Every time you use an algorithm, solve an equation, follow a step-by-step process, or interact with modern technology, you are touching a legacy that stretches back more than a thousand years.In Episode 64 of Chatting with Slava the ...
Healing Between Two Worlds: Breaking the Silence on Mental Health in the Arab Immigrant Community
Conversations about mental health within Arab immigrant communities have often been surrounded by silence, stigma, and misunderstanding. In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava welcomes licensed Marriage ...
Discovering Palestinian Intellect | The Hidden Language of Clothing, Culture & Heritage with Haitham Khraishi
What if the clothes we wear are telling stories most of us have forgotten?In this fascinating episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava Al Nubulsi welcomes returning guest and cultural researcher Haitham Khraishi f...
Same Seed. Different Mindsets. Breaking Generational Fear.
Why do two people raised in the same home see the world so differently?In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Slava reflects on the relationship that shaped her life most—her relationship with her mother. Although they shared the same...
Therapeutic Coaching: Finding Meaning, Purpose & Inner Alignment with Destry Wardle
What if true healing isn't about forgetting the past—but understanding it well enough to move forward?In this inspiring episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava welcomes Destry Wardle, Chief of Staff a...
Bridging the Gap: An Executive's Perspective on Today's Young Workforce | Rachel Capano
The workplace has changed—and so have the people entering it.In this thought-provoking episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Slava sits down with executive leader Rachel Capano to unpack one of the biggest challenge...
From Invisible to Visible: The Immigrant Journey with Vasanthan Ramakrishnan
What becomes possible when immigrants are not simply expected to survive in new environments, but are truly seen, supported, and empowered to build the lives they came here to create?In Episode 58 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian...
Marriage Between Two Worlds: Love, Culture, Faith & Flexibility
What happens when love, culture, faith, and identity intersect across generations and continents?In this heartfelt episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Slava is joined by her husband of 35 years and co-host, Dr. Ihab, f...
The Truth About Life Coaching: Why High Performers Still Need Help | Dana Ackland
What if the next level of your life isn't about learning more—but becoming more?In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava sits down with global executive coach Dana Ackland from New Zealand to expl...
Bridging Generations, Leadership & Career Transitions | Dr. Tsitsi Hungwe
In Episode 55 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, STJ sits down with Zimbabwean-American speaker, author, leadership strategist, and dental professional Dr. Tsitsi Hungwe for a powerful conversation on resilience, career transitions,...
Too Arab for America. Too American for the Arab World | Dr. Slava
In this deeply personal solo episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, STJ reflects on her journey from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to the United States and the emotional complexity of navigating identity between two cultures.As a...
Living With MS: The Healthcare Battle No One Prepares You For
In Episode 53 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava sits down with returning guest Naio, a first-generation Dominican American, for one of the most raw and important conversations yet.After being diagnosed with Multipl...
Therapy, Tradition & The Modern Mind: Navigating Mental Health in a Post-COVID World
In this thought-provoking episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Slava sits down with Elizabeth Shahid, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Your Story Therapy, for a powerful conversation about the growing ro...
Criticism Means You’re Visible: A Solo Reflection with Dr. Slava
In this solo episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava reflects on what it means to face criticism as a newcomer in the podcast space and how to respond without losing your voice, vision, or peace.She breaks down t...
The Unicorn Generation: Classical Values in a Modern American Woman
In today’s fast-moving culture, where attention is currency and image often outweighs substance, traditional values can feel like a lost language. But every now and then, you come across someone who challenges that narrative completely.I...
Flags, Identity & Belonging: What We Carry Across Borders
What does a flag really represent—and why does it hit differently when you’re an immigrant?In this powerful conversation, Dr.Slava sits down with returning guest Haitham Khraishi to unpack the deeper meaning behind flags—not just ...
TV, Truth, and Two Worlds: How 1970s America Shaped the Immigrant Experience
Before stepping foot in the United States, many immigrants believed they already knew America—through television.In this powerful episode, Slava the Jordanian sits down with Dr. Ihab Abdahim to unpack how iconic 1970s TV shows sha...
From Employee to Owner: The Real Truth About Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship isn’t glamorous—it’s intentional.In Episode 47, Slava the Jordanian sits down with Michael Wilkie and Dr. Ihab to break down the real journey of building a business from the ground up.From years of preparation to ...
Why Your Personality Is Costing You Money | DISC Explained
In this episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava and co-host Dr. Ehab explore how personality and communication styles influence business success, hiring decisions, and cross-cultural interactions.They break down ...
Too Foreign, Too American: The Identity Struggle No One Talks About
In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, host STJ (Dr. Slava) sits down with returning guests Naio and Giselle to unpack a conversation that hits deep—identity, emotional intelligence, and what it really takes to ...
Not Your Stereotype: The Female Immigrant Story They Get Wrong
What if everything you’ve been told about immigrant women is incomplete—or just flat-out wrong?In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Slava challenges the narratives placed on immigrant women and replaces them with tru...
When Home Calls: Returning to Egypt After 50 Years Away
What does it feel like to return to the place your story began after nearly half a century away?In this reflective episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, STJ sits down with co-host Dr. Ehab Abdraeim to share the emot...
Growing Up Between Two Worlds with Haitham Khraishi
In this powerful episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, host Dr. Slava (STJ) sits down with Haitham Khraishi, a Palestinian-American storyteller whose life has been shaped by navigating two cultures, two identities, ...
