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
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 challenges organizations face today: bridging the gap between experienced leadership and the emerging workforce.
Together they explore why recruiting has become more difficult despite record numbers o...
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, Dr. Slava welcomes Vasanthan Ramakrishnan (Vas), an Indian-American immigrant, founder, advisor, and advocate whose mission is to help talented individuals become visible in systems th...
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, for an honest conversation about marriage, cultural expectations, immigration, spirituality, and personal growth.
Together, they explore how marriage evolves when two people bring different exp...
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 explore the real purpose of coaching, the misconceptions surrounding personal growth, and why even the most successful people need support.
For more than 30 years, Dana has worked with leade...
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, emotional intelligence, and multigenerational leadership.
From immigrating between Zimbabwe and the United States to becoming a respected voice in leadership development, Dr. Tsitsi sh...
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 Muslim Arab woman raised in a sheltered environment who later pursued education and professional success in America, Dr. Slava opens up about the tension of feeling “too American&rdquo...
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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2022, Naio opens up about the physical symptoms that changed her life, the emotional toll of living with a chronic illness, and the harsh reality of navigating the America...
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 role of therapy in modern American culture.
From the emotional aftermath of COVID-19 to the pressures of social media, shifting family dynamics, and the silent struggles of younger genera...
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 the difference between constructive feedback, misunderstanding, and emotional judgment disguised as critique. With honesty and perspective, Dr. Slava reminds creators, leaders, and everyday pe...
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.
In this episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, host Dr. Slava sits down with Taylor—a Gen Z professional —who represents a rare balance of modern ambition and...
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 as national symbols, but as emotional anchors tied to identity, belonging, and lived experience.
They go beyond surface-level history and tap into something more real: the ...
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 shaped their perception of American life long before they experienced it firsthand.
From Happy Days to The Brady Bunch, these shows painted a polished picture of suburban life—one f...
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 finally taking the leap, they share the mindset shifts, discipline, and systems required to succeed—not just start.
This episode challenges the idea that motivation d...
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 the DISC personality model and how it is used in corporate environments to understand behavior, improve team dynamics, and increase productivity.
The conversation highlights how different cult...
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 navigate life between cultures.
As first-generation American women with Latino heritage, both guests bring real-world insight from their work in healthcare and social services, wh...
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 truth, nuance, and lived experience. This is not a story of struggle for sympathy—it’s a story of strength, strategy, and self-definition.
From navigating language barriers to rebuildin...
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 emotional and cultural experience of returning to Egypt after decades of living abroad.
After almost 50 years as an immigrant in the United States, stepping back onto Egyptian soil brings a flood of me...
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, and two worlds.
Born in the Washington DC area and raised between Maryland and Palestine, Haitham shares the emotional and cultural realities of growing up in the Palestinian diaspora. From childho...
In Episode 41 of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava sits down with her longtime friend Michael Wilkie, founder and owner of Aspire Health and Fitness.
What began nearly two decades ago as a personal training relationship evolved into a deep and lasting friendship built on trust, discipline, and mutual growth. Despite differences in culture, faith, race, and professional background—Dr. Slava being a Mu...
In this episode of Chatting with Slava the Jordanian, Dr. Slava and co-host Dr. Ihab reflect on their 30+ year journey as life partners, entrepreneurs, and evolving leaders.
What began as a simple plan — a dentist and a scientist building quiet careers — transformed into owning three dental practices across two states, launching the Greenwood Dental Franchise Group, and stepping into a new phase of purpos...
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