Talk Mode
I am just your average guy, discussing random topics with you the listener or with any guests who I can convince to get on the mic on the Toke & Talk Episodes. My aim is to just help people get through life with my advice where I can with the Dear Diary Episodes and if not then just make people laugh with the occasional Waffle & Gibberish episode.Come have a listen, I hope I can provide some value to you.Thanks for reading this, Wahab
Episodes
60 episodes
Insights from 'The Psychology of Money' by Morgan Housel
Could your financial habits be holding you back? Join us on Talk Mode as we unravel the intriguing principles from Morgan Housel’s "The Psychology of Money." Learn how your emotions, biases, and past experiences influence your financial decisio...
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The Lincoln Lawyer: Unraveling Legal Thrills in the Gritty Underworld of Los Angeles
What happens when a high-stakes legal thriller collides with the gritty underworld of Los Angeles? Join us on this episode of Talk Mode as we unravel the suspenseful narrative of Michael Connelly's "The Lincoln Lawyer." Mickey Haller, a lawyer ...
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The Hidden Gem of Ian Rankin's Bibliography - Westwind
What if you stumbled upon a gripping spy thriller that not only keeps you on the edge of your seat but also tackles themes that resonate with today's global landscape? Join us as we explore Ian Rankin's early masterpiece, "West Wind," a high-st...
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The Devil's Advocate: Unraveling a Twisted Legal Thriller
What if the justice system you're counting on is rigged? This episode of Talk Mode takes you on a rollercoaster through Steve Kavanagh's "The Devil's Advocate," a legal thriller that challenges the very fabric of right and wrong. Join us as we ...
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Securing Your Future with an Effective Emergency Fund Plan
Ever found yourself facing an unexpected expense and wishing you had a financial cushion to soften the blow? That's where the elusive emergency fund comes in, and in our latest episode, we unpack the what, why, and how of safeguarding yourself ...
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Q1 Goal Review: Did I Slay or Self-Sabotage?
Ever faced the brutal truth that your New Year's resolutions are collecting dust by the time April rolls in? Then this episode is your wake-up call! Join me, Wahab, on a raw and humorous dissection of my own goal-setting journey as I fess up to...
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The "Selfish" Revolution: Putting Yourself First Without Feeling Like a Jerk
Ever thought the word 'selfishness' could use a rebrand? Well, buckle up, because we're flipping the script on putting yourself first, and trust me, it's not what you think. We're tearing down the stigma and showing you how to rock self-priorit...
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Book Review - The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k
Ever feel like you're drowning in a sea of shoulds and musts? If you're nodding vigorously, our latest chat with Mark Manson, author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck," might just be the life raft you've been searching for. Manson serves u...
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Growing Groceries: Cultivating Your Own Food Independence
Ever felt the thrill of biting into a tomato fresh off the vine, grown by your own hands? That's the kind of joy we're cultivating in this episode as we discuss the ins and outs of starting your own edible garden, regardless of the size of your...
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Nurturing Life Skills for a Self-Sufficient Tomorrow
Ever feel like the world is on fast-forward, and you're struggling to keep pace? Join me, Wahab, as we embark on a heartfelt journey to reclaim control through the art of self-reliance. This week, we delve into the transformative power of nurtu...
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The Psychology of Gaming: Balancing Virtual Thrills with Real-World Wellness
Have you ever wondered what's the real deal behind your gaming obsession? Get ready to unravel the psychological tapestry that keeps our fingers glued to the controller, as we examine the intricate web of desires games satisfy. From the dopamin...
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Night Owl to Night Knight: Conquering Insomnia with Good Habits
Ever find yourself wrestling with the sheets instead of resting in peaceful slumber? Let's face it, Insomnia's the unwanted guest that's overstayed its welcome, and it's time to show it the door. Step into my nighttime nook where I share a trea...
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The Power of a Morning Routine: 10 Minutes to Transform Your Day.
Wake up with us to the tune of an invigorating 10-minute morning routine that's about to revolutionize your day. Imagine harnessing the power of purposeful habits that can elevate your mood, kick productivity into high gear, and slice through s...
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Level Up Your Life: Embracing the Awesomeness of Your Mid-30s
Whoever said the mid-30s were a time to fear clearly never tuned into Talk Mode with me, your host Wahab, as I pop the cork on another year of life! Embrace the seasoned age where confidence reigns supreme, relationships are rich, and giving ba...
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Book Review: How to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale Carnegie
Embark on a journey through the pages of Dale Carnegie's "How to Win Friends and Influence People," we discuss Carnegie's four-part framework for handling people, making friends, persuading others, and leading with grace. This isn't just storyt...
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The Big Cull Part 2: Tidying Up the Virtual Spaces of Your Life & What to Turn Your Attention to
Ever felt the weight of a cluttered inbox or a chaotic digital life? That's the beast I'm wrestling in this engaging session. As your guide on this journey of simplification, I reveal the sweet victory in hitting 'unsubscribe' on endless promot...
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The Big Cull: Curating Your Online World for Personal Growth and Clarity
Ever feel like your digital world is cluttered with content you no longer care about? I sure did, and that's why I took on the challenge of decluttering my digital life, starting with YouTube. Imagine cutting your subscriptions from 200 to 60, ...
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Book Review: Atomic Habits by James Clear
Have you ever wondered how minute, seemingly insignificant adjustments in your daily routine could drastically change your life? That's what we're breaking down in our latest chat about "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, a book that's shifted the ...
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Setting Goals for 2024 - Achieving Yearly Goals Through Daily Actions
Ever felt like your New Year's resolutions dissolve faster than sugar in hot coffee? Join us as we transform those ephemeral promises into concrete victories. This isn't your run-of-the-mill pep talk; it's a tactical playbook for owning 2024, o...
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Using a Digital or Analogue Calendar to Schedule Life
Discover the transformative power of a well-organized life as I take you through my personal journey from a jumbled mess to laser-focused clarity with a splash of color-coded calendars. From the sweet triumph of checking off a completed task, t...
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From Smoke to Clarity Unveiling a Journey of Change (Reflecting on 2023 Goals)
Have you ever faced the sting of unmet goals or the rollercoaster ride of quitting a stubborn habit? Walk with me through the highs and lows of my personal quest this past year, from the weight loss ambitions that didn't quite pan out to the sm...
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Gratitude
I recently found myself mired in complacency after achieving some personal goals. You know the feeling, that comfort zone where you just slow down and stop pushing as hard as you once did? In a burst of self-reflection, I realised that I wasn't...
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Self Reflection, Complacency and Achieving Goals
Ever found yourself stuck in a rut of complacency, achieving a few goals but neglecting many others? I did. In this brutally honest episode of Talk Mode, I bare all about how I let a false sense of achievement hold me back from pushing harder a...
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Unraveling the Web: Exploring Race, Relationships, and Thrills in James Patterson's Along Came a Spider
What happens when you combine a gripping detective thriller, serial killer suspense, and societal themes from the early 90s? You get James Patterson's Along Came a Spider, the first installment in the captivating Alex Cross series. Join us as w...
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Murder on the High Seas: A Journalist's Pursuit in The Woman in Cabin 10
Taking a break from my usual political and detective reads, I stepped into the world of murder mystery with Ruth Ware's The Woman in Cabin 10. This captivating tale of a journalist trapped on a boat with a potential murderer had me hooked from ...
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