A2 THE SHOW #585 Our next guest is Yesh Malik — a gay Iraqi Assyrian stand-up comedian based in New York City. Known for his hilariously wacky characters inspired by his immigrant family, Yesh has performed at top venues like The Comedy Store, Hollywood Improv, and The Stand NYC. In this episode, he opens up about identity, family, and the fine line between humor and politics. From navigating dating as a comedian to tackling Middle Eastern prejudice, cultural taboos, and the ethics of comedy, Yesh delivers both laughter and insight.⭐ INSTAGRAM: @yeshmalik_⭐WEBSITE: https://yeshmalik.com/⭐ Please visit our website to get more information: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/⏰Timestamps:00:00 - Yesh Malik on identity and audience reactions in comedy08:49 - Cultural understanding and humor in stand-up15:25 - Family politics, culture, and sexuality24:37 - Prejudice against minorities in the Middle East32:09 - Comedy and marginalized communities42:23 - Israeli influence and Kurdish relations50:47 - Kurdish Jews and Middle Eastern narratives57:14 - Heritage, ethnicity, and Assyrian identity1:07:45 - Israel–Kurdish ties and resource exploitation1:14:07 - Rojava, borders, and historical claims1:21:48 - Dick Cheney, Iraq, and oil interests1:27:56 - Rojava and cultural representation in media1:34:12 - Allergies, misinformation, and comedy1:39:51 - Global LGBTQ+ safety and misconceptions🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with 'A2 The Show'! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog.https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms:👉Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2GQye3rZo6oMf7bMXNyXy7?si=BZmmuvLjT6afpYRsVovWUg&nd=1&dlsi=2e7ed237a1b04221 👉ApplePodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a2-the-show/id1516414362✨Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/a2theshow 🔗 Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/a2theshow ✅ Stay Connected With Us.👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2theshow 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@a2theshow 👉Website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com ✅ Recommended Playlists👉 A² - Psychologyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R-GSmOLFA&list=PLJSbTfMFhOybbbcU4kKikwrRffQBtza6P&pp=iAQB 👉 A² Trendinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFCtqEzRZQ8&list=PLJSbTfMFhOyYDfEnLdM2FmO2LBnjd57SY&pp=iAQB ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉Vitamin A Toxicity & Safe Detox | Dr. Garrett Smith (The Nutrition Detective) https://shorturl.at/ZsC9F👉Healing Isn’t About Moving On — It’s About Coming Home to Yourself | Tim Fletcher https://shorturl.at/D2Ufl👉The Psychology of Money: Why We Spend, Save, and Stress | Hanna Horvath https://shorturl.at/TJv8U✅ About A2 The Show.Welcome to "A² The Show" – your ticket to the human mind's wild rollercoaster! We're a crew of pals from Lebanon, now globally scattered, who combat homesickness with friendship, gaming, fiery chats, and a sprinkle of controversy.Our podcast is more than just words; it's a fun-fueled rebellion against the everyday and a beacon in the mental health fog. With a diverse lineup of guests who've braved the depths of the human psyche, we're here to inspire resilience, provoke thought, and tickle your funny bone.So strap in for a journey through the human mind's crazy maze. It's like your favorite video game, but the cheat codes are science, empathy, and a dash of madness. Dive into "A² The Show" – your unforgettable adventure starts here!Ride the digital waves with us on social media: @a2theshowAli "The Professor" Haajl @alitheprofessor alitheprofessor.comSaeed El Jammal @saeedjay97Mohamed Owydat @mowydatAbbas Jawhar @abbasjawhar3Ameer Asmar @cold_and_flewSherif Seif El NasrFor Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below:📩 Email: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com

A2 THE SHOW #584 Our next guest on A2 THE SHOW is Dr. Garrett Smith, known as The Nutrition Detective — the world’s leading expert on vitamin A toxicity and detoxification. In this episode, we dive deep into the truth about vitamin D3 and A supplementation, the hidden dangers of food fortification, and how toxicity affects both physical and mental health. Dr. Smith also shares insights on personalized nutrition, detoxing safely, and how modern diets, EMFs, and lifestyle choices shape our long-term wellbeing.🌐WEBSITE: https://nutritiondetective.com/👉Please visit our website to get more information: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/⏰Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction07:56 – Malnutrition, not vitamin A deficiency, drives health issues13:41 – The hidden dangers of excess vitamin A22:27 – Misconceptions about vitamin A and alcohol27:20 – How home-ground wheat aids gluten digestion33:58 – The impact of excess fats and sugars42:17 – How cultural genetics shape diet and mental health49:24 – Detoxing improves food tolerance54:30 – Health types and FDA regulation concerns1:02:50 – Harmful effects of artificial sweeteners and HFCS1:09:07 – Reducing toxin buildup in the body1:17:16 – Teaching teens protein and nutrition basics1:23:49 – Balancing strength with longevity1:31:33 – How meal timing differs by gender1:37:50 – Morning cortisol and energy regulation🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with 'A2 The Show'! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog.https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms:👉Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2GQye3rZo6oMf7bMXNyXy7?si=BZmmuvLjT6afpYRsVovWUg&nd=1&dlsi=2e7ed237a1b04221 👉ApplePodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a2-the-show/id1516414362✨Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/a2theshow 🔗 Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/a2theshow ✅ Stay Connected With Us.👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2theshow 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@a2theshow 👉Website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ 📧 For Business Inquiries: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com ✅ Recommended Playlists👉 A² - Psychologyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R-GSmOLFA&list=PLJSbTfMFhOybbbcU4kKikwrRffQBtza6P&pp=iAQB 👉 A² Trendinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFCtqEzRZQ8&list=PLJSbTfMFhOyYDfEnLdM2FmO2LBnjd57SY&pp=iAQB ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉Healing Isn’t About Moving On — It’s About Coming Home to Yourself | Tim Fletcher https://youtu.be/foO3NG7OYnA?si=FZf1WLY_EgAar043👉 The Psychology of Money: Why We Spend, Save, and Stress | Hanna Horvath https://rb.gy/hkspbi👉Your Brain Type Might Be Why You Quit the Gym | A2 THE SHOW #581 https://shorturl.at/5v9DF✅ About A2 The Show.Welcome to "A² The Show" – your ticket to the human mind's wild rollercoaster! We're a crew of pals from Lebanon, now globally scattered, who combat homesickness with friendship, gaming, fiery chats, and a sprinkle of controversy.Our podcast is more than just words; it's a fun-fueled rebellion against the everyday and a beacon in the mental health fog. With a diverse lineup of guests who've braved the depths of the human psyche, we're here to inspire resilience, provoke thought, and tickle your funny bone.So strap in for a journey through the human mind's crazy maze. It's like your favorite video game, but the cheat codes are science, empathy, and a dash of madness. Dive into "A² The Show" – your unforgettable adventure starts here!Ride the digital waves with us on social media: @a2theshowAli "The Professor" Haajl @alitheprofessor alitheprofessor.comSaeed El Jammal @saeedjay97Mohamed Owydat @mowydatAbbas Jawhar @abbasjawhar3Ameer Asmar @cold_and_flewSherif Seif El NasrFor Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below:📩 Email: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com

A2 THE SHOW #583Our next guest on A2 THE SHOW is Tim Fletcher, founder of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). With a background as both a pastor and counselor, Tim has dedicated his life to helping people understand how childhood trauma shapes emotional regulation, addiction, and relationships. In this episode, he explains how true healing begins with reconnecting to yourself and finding safety in healthy relationships — not in temporary escapes. Drawing from research and personal experience, Tim shares powerful insights on people-pleasing, anger, and the deep human need for connection as the path toward lasting recovery.⭐WEBSITE: https://www.timfletcher.ca/about-tim-fletcher🔔Please visit our website to get more information: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/⏰Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction05:00 – How childhood shapes emotional regulation11:06 – The brain mistakes comfort for healing16:22 – Healing through connection and safety20:46 – Connection with safe people restores balance25:05 – Recovery starts by reconnecting with yourself30:00 – People-pleasing as survival and its long-term harm35:41 – How trauma distorts anger and boundaries41:00 – Rebellion arises when control replaces connection47:16 – Healing through distance and rebuilding respect51:02 – Breaking the shame and judgment cycle56:02 – Trauma disrupts relationship skills1:02:05 – Understanding without blame1:10:41 – Generational trauma and living through unrest1:20:40 – Why feeling deeply is a strength🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with 'A2 The Show'! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog.https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms:👉Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2GQye3rZo6oMf7bMXNyXy7?si=BZmmuvLjT6afpYRsVovWUg&nd=1&dlsi=2e7ed237a1b04221 👉ApplePodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a2-the-show/id1516414362✨Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/a2theshow 🔗 Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/a2theshow ✅ Stay Connected With Us.👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2theshow 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@a2theshow 👉Website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com ✅ Recommended Playlists👉 A² - Psychologyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R-GSmOLFA&list=PLJSbTfMFhOybbbcU4kKikwrRffQBtza6P&pp=iAQB 👉 A² Trendinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFCtqEzRZQ8&list=PLJSbTfMFhOyYDfEnLdM2FmO2LBnjd57SY&pp=iAQB ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉 The Psychology of Money: Why We Spend, Save, and Stress | Hanna Horvath https://rb.gy/hkspbi👉Your Brain Type Might Be Why You Quit the Gym | A2 THE SHOW #581 https://shorturl.at/5v9DF👉How Childhood Shapes the Adult Mind with Dr. Sandra Bloom | A2 THE SHOW #580 https://shorturl.at/u68GO✅ About A2 The Show.Welcome to "A² The Show" – your ticket to the human mind's wild rollercoaster! We're a crew of pals from Lebanon, now globally scattered, who combat homesickness with friendship, gaming, fiery chats, and a sprinkle of controversy.Our podcast is more than just words; it's a fun-fueled rebellion against the everyday and a beacon in the mental health fog. With a diverse lineup of guests who've braved the depths of the human psyche, we're here to inspire resilience, provoke thought, and tickle your funny bone.So strap in for a journey through the human mind's crazy maze. It's like your favorite video game, but the cheat codes are science, empathy, and a dash of madness. Dive into "A² The Show" – your unforgettable adventure starts here!Ride the digital waves with us on social media: @a2theshowAli "The Professor" Haajl @alitheprofessor alitheprofessor.comSaeed El Jammal @saeedjay97Mohamed Owydat @mowydatAbbas Jawhar @abbasjawhar3Ameer Asmar @cold_and_flewSherif Seif El Nasr