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Furkhan Dandia is the host of EZ Conversations Podcast. He is a mental health advocate and therapist who has dedicated his life to helping others. Furkhan uses his platform to discuss important topics like mental health and societal issues, hoping to inspire listeners and provide them with useful information. His goal is also to create a sense of community where people can share their experiences and learn from each other.

How did you come up with the name of your podcast?

I wanted to ensure people felt that the conversations we have deemed to be difficult in our minds and that induce anxiety don't have to be hard and that we can have deep, vulnerable conversations with ease, hence the name. The name of the business I built is Eunoia Zen; therefore, the play on words by putting together EZ Conversations.

What is the main focus or theme of your show?

The main focus and theme of the show is to have conversations around mental health, adversity, spirituality and societal issues. My goal is to share the stories of others and how they have overcome their struggles, what they have learned and how they are paying it forward. Societal issues also cause mental health challenges.

Have there been any particularly memorable moments during the recording that stick out to you?

Yes, there have been several times when, through the art of conversation, my guests have discovered something or had a moment when they made a connection to their personal story. Those moments are the best. There have also been times when people have shared their stories for the first time on my show, which is always gratifying.

Who has been one of your favorite guests so far, and why?

Kurt Blind, because he went through significant trauma growing up in Residential Schools.

What's next for your show – any exciting plans we should know about?

Continuing to grow and have similar conversations. I am humbled by how well the show has been received and all the opportunities it has brought for me through connections, conversations and growth.

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