23 episodes

The If I Could podcast explores the journey of people who chose to follow what they are passionate about. You will learn about how each of these people got over that first step and onto a pathway of pursuing their dream. Each episode, you will meet a new guest. Be it Acting, Comedy, Magic, Writing, etc., you will learn that their first step was not so different from any of ours. I hope you will join me to learn about each of these people, their fascinating stories, and gain inspiration to carve out your own path.

If I Could Amad Amin

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.9 • 31 Ratings

The If I Could podcast explores the journey of people who chose to follow what they are passionate about. You will learn about how each of these people got over that first step and onto a pathway of pursuing their dream. Each episode, you will meet a new guest. Be it Acting, Comedy, Magic, Writing, etc., you will learn that their first step was not so different from any of ours. I hope you will join me to learn about each of these people, their fascinating stories, and gain inspiration to carve out your own path.

    A Vitamin a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

    A Vitamin a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

    Welcome back to another episode of the If I Could Podcast, where we take a look at how a person made their dream turn into reality. 
    I am willing to bet that most everyone listening to today’s show has bought a vitamin or supplement at some point in time.  It seems like there is a vitamin for just about everything these days.  And there is no stopping the industry.  The Global Dietary Supplements Market Size is estimated to grow to $240 Billion by 2028.  But how does one know which vitamin to pick, or which brand to buy from?
    In today’s episode, we will meet Dr. Saimah Arshad, founder and CEO of Salaam Nutritionals.  Her company sells a line of clean, halal, and kosher friendly vitamins for the whole family.  
    So how did Dr. Saimah start her supplement line?  Let’s find out.

    Show Details:
    Prelude:  0:00 to 1:19Introduction to Saimah:  1:19 to 6:39Starting Salaam Nutrition:  6:39 to 10:14Growing Salaam Nutrition:  10:14 to 23:19Evolution of Salaam Nutrition:  23:19 to 33:07Reflection and Trivia:  33:07 to 46:07Wrap-up:  46:07 to 47:29How to contact Salaam Nutritionals:
    Website:  www.salaamnutritionals.comInstagram:  salaamnutritionalsContact us: @ificouldpodcast
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    • 47 min
    Change your Lens, Change your Life

    Change your Lens, Change your Life

    Photographs have the ability to inspire us, to make us laugh, to make us cry, the list goes on and on.  Whether it’s capturing a moment in nature, or a memory you cherish with your loved ones, we all have our own experience taking photos.
    In today’s episode, we will meet Julius Allen, an aspiring photographer, who has assisted on shoots with some of the best in the industry.  Julius shares his journey on how his passion turned into action.
    So how did Julius become a professional photographer?  Let’s find out.

    Show Details:
    Prelude:  0:00 to 1:00Introduction to Julius:  1:00 to 9:25Pursuing photography:  9:25 to 16:10Evolving as a photographer:  16:10 to 22:00Key learnings:  22:00 to 24:50Trivia and reflection:  24:50 to 49:50Wrap-up:  49:50 to 50:50How to contact Julius:
    Website:  www.juliusallen.comInstagram:  juliusaaronallen

     
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    • 50 min
    From Being a Football Fan to Being a Football Reporter

    From Being a Football Fan to Being a Football Reporter

    Have you ever wondered what it’s like to write about sports as a career?  As a fellow sports nut, I am always intrigued by the people I see that either write about famous athletes or are on TV covering sporting events.

    In today’s episode, we will meet Usayd Koshul, who covers the Chicago Bears for @bearreport.  Usayd shares his journey from studying journalism to making inroads to cover his home town team.  
    So how did Usayd become a sports writer for the Chicago Bears???  Let’s find out.

    Show Details:
    Prelude:  0:00 to 1:05Introduction to Usayd:  1:05 to 3:45Pursuing Sports Journalism:  3:45 to 18:45Trivia and reflection:  18:45 to 36:25Wrap-up:  36.25 to 37.21

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    • 37 min
    Building a Global Training Institute

    Building a Global Training Institute

    Have you ever been curious about a subject?  And that curiosity lead you to not only learn the subject yourself, but share your passion about it with others?  Well, that is exactly what our guest has accomplished.
    In today’s episode, we will meet Carlos González de Villaumbrosia.  Founder and CEO of Product School.  What started off as a desire to learn more about Product Management, has grown into a full-fledged Product Management Training Institute with over 1 million community members.  His school has instructors from the top tech companies in the marketplace such as Netflix, Airbnb, Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Paypal.  To learn more about Carlos you can visit the Product School website at ProductSchool.com, or visit them on Instagram.

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    Show Contents:
    Prelude:  0:00 to 1:33Introduction to Carlos:  1:34 to 4:21Pathway to Product School:  4:22 to 10:05Growing the Product School:  10:06 to 23:10Trivia and reflection:  23:11 to 37:45Wrap-up:  37:46 to 39:00

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    • 38 min
    Journey into the Hallowed Halls of Congress

    Journey into the Hallowed Halls of Congress

    Have you ever wondered what it’s like to run for office?  What a typical day must be like for those in Congress?  If you’re like me, I often wondered how someone got started in their political career.  Our guest on this show, will help us get a glimpse of what that life is like. 
    In today’s episode, we will meet Muad Hrezi.  He is running for US Congress.  Muad shares his fascinating journey about how he got interested in running for office, and what he hopes to change through his campaign.  You can get to know more about Muad at https://hrezi.com, and on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @muadhrezi.

    So, how did Muad start his journey to running for Congress…let’s find out.

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    Show Contents:
    Prelude:  0:00 to 1:17Introduction to Muad:  1:17 to 4:59Learning about the Healthcare system: 4:59 to 10:41Deciding between Healthcare and Public Service:  10:41 to 17:08Working for Senator Chris Murphy:  17:08 to 23:02Journey to running for the House of Representatives:  23:02 to 36:50Trivia and reflection:  36:50 to 42:35Wrap-up and introduction to next guest:  42:35 to 47:39





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    • 47 min
    Painting your dreams into reality

    Painting your dreams into reality

    Welcome back to another episode of the If I Could Podcast, 
    In today’s episode, we will meet Myra Miller, founder of M.V.M. Art design.  Myra specializes in watercolor, marker art, and tattoo designs.    
    You can find out more information about Myra’s work on Instagram at m.v.m.artdesign and on Etsy at www.etsy.com/shop/mvmartdesign 
    Myra’s journey starts off like many people we have had on this show.  She had reached an inflection point in her life.  She could either continue down the corporate path she had been on or start something that was always a passion of hers.  
    So, how did Myra start her journey to becoming an Artist, let’s find out…
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    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
31 Ratings

31 Ratings

TB_Cali ,

Refreshing new podcast

Such a variety of guests on his show. Love the 3 questions to end every show

ChiGuy630 ,

If I could listen... ALL DAY!!!

Great variety of guests and content. The questions posed are amazing and thought provoking. The answers from the guests are even better and inspiring. Great podcast.

BVard22 ,

Must Listen To Podcast!

Love this inspirational podcast. Amad does a great job of finding individuals who worked hard to make their dreams realities! Looking forward to future episodes!

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