下载节目文字版: Transcripts What happens when a vegan bodybuilder meets a former vegetarian with tough questions?In this episode, I sit down with Asher, a passionate plant-based entrepreneur, athlete, and food advocate. As someone who was vegetarian myself for years, I came into this conversation genuinely curious—and skeptical—about some of the louder claims around veganism.We didn’t always agree. In fact, that’s what made this conversation so powerful. From fitness and muscle-building without meat, to deeper ethical and environmental questions—this is a rare, unfiltered discussion about how to live consciously in a world full of noise.👇 Jump to key moments: 00:00 – Intro 04:30 – How veganism came into Asher’s life 08:17 – You don’t need meat to build muscle 10:55 – Do plant proteins differ from animal proteins? 12:47 – B12 supplements: yes or no? 15:10 – Daily healthy vegan routine 18:30 – Is killing plants an ethical issue? 20:00 – Plant-based meat: innovation or illusion? 20:50 – Veganism beyond food 24:00 – Asher’s slaughterhouse experience 26:00 – Can everyone realistically go vegan? 28:45 – Critical thinking & rural longevity 32:00 – The GoVegan initiative 41:00 – Is “organic” just for the elite? 48:40 – Chinese cuisine: inherently plant-based 50:50 – Love & lifestyle tied to veganism 53:00 – Vegan family dynamics 01:00:59 – How fast-food chains shape our habits 01:03:25 – Asher’s one-word food mission 01:04:30 – Say it fast! ⸻ 🎯 Who This Video Is For • Aspiring athletes curious about plant-based strength • Anyone seeking healthier, affordable food choices • People exploring ethical and environmental impact • Those skeptical of processed vegan products • Anyone who loves Chinese cuisine and wellness ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, and life as a foreigner in China. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

下载节目文字版: Transcripts LEADERSHIP looks glamorous from the outside, but what does it actually feel like behind the scenes? In this episode, we sit down with Luba, a transformational leadership coach, to unpack the psychological and emotional terrain of being in charge — the fear, the isolation, and the pressure to always be strong. We dive deep into the reality of burnout, why many leaders feel alone, and the misconceptions surrounding power and success. Whether you're a team leader, entrepreneur, executive, or simply someone interested in personal growth, this conversation offers raw truths and practical guidance on leading with integrity and self-awareness. From the daily habits of high-performing coaches to understanding what makes someone “uncoachable,” this episode is for anyone who wants to evolve, lead better, and avoid losing themselves in the process. ⏱ Timestamps : 00:00 – Intro 00:50 – Luba’s personal story & leadership journey 02:35 – What are the biggest misconceptions about being a leader? 08:25 – Key skills every great leader needs 11:10 – Coaching transformation: the journey between A and B 17:45 – Why life coaching gets a bad reputation 20:00 – Unpacking power, vulnerability & strength 22:00 – Can leaders feel lonely? The silent struggle 27:30 – How to overcome fear as a leader 31:10 – Can a leader be happy and fulfilled? 34:51 – The daily routine of a coach for coaches 36:12 – What does “keep being resourced” really mean 42:00 – How to avoid leadership burnout 43:35 – Early signs of burnout and emotional fatigue 49:00 – What should we teach kids to help them lead one day? 53:55 – Why some people are simply uncoachable 58:20 – Redefining success: is there a right answer? 59:49 – “Say it fast” – Luba’s closing message If you've ever felt the weight of leadership or questioned whether you're doing it "right"—this one's for you. __________________________________________________________________________ 🧠 Like, comment & subscribe for more deep conversations on growth, resilience & modern leadership. ___________________________________________________________________________ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

下载节目文字版: Transcripts This episode isn’t about business tips or surface-level masculinity talk. It’s about pressure — the kind that turns men to stone or dust. “IRON MINDSET” it’s a contradiction. Strength wrapped in vulnerability. Discipline shaped by chaos. Success born out of doubt. We talk about more than just money, TikTok addiction, or spotting a business opportunity. We unravel the identity crisis of the modern man — numb from screens, lost in trends, and paralyzed by comfort. Mazen speaks like someone who doesn’t need to scream to be heard. He believes that most men are soft — they’re confused about what strength actually looks like. I appreciated this conversation deeply. It reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place — not for noise, not for viral moments, but for real exchanges that leave something behind. If you’ve ever built something alone. If you’ve ever felt like time was slipping through your hands faster than money. If you’ve ever doubted yourself quietly while others were shouting online — this one's for you. Timecodes: 00:00 - intro 02:40 - What stops people from being successful 05:05 - Advice to your 18-year-old self 06:25 - Time or money? 07:20 - How to spot a good business idea 08:25 - People buy feelings, not products 12:00 - TikTok is the new heroin 15:50 - What is Oakberry? 20:15 - Do you really need to suffer to succeed? 22:20 - Does new American Tariffs kill business? 27:40 - "White money for black days" 29:00 - What define a boy from the man 37:30 - Are modern men getting softer? 41:00 - Who are you, really? 45:00 - It is easier to handle a business then a girlfriend 48:00 - Love vs Comfort 55:00 - Say it fast! ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, and life as a foreigner in China. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

If you think wine is just a drink, think again. In this epic episode, Peter — a wine expert, entrepreneur, and the owner of Peter Lisicky Wine — pours out truths about wine, business, fame, and what really matters in life.We talked about passion, hard work, business struggles, social status, and chasing dreams. 下载节目文字版: Transcripts There’s a kind of honesty in Peter’s story that you don’t hear often — the kind that comes from failing, trying again, and loving the process even when it’s painful.From wild wine tastings to unforgettable moments like Peter stopping a train to meet his wife (yes, a real train), this conversation kept surprising me. At times, I felt like we weren’t talking about wine at all — we were talking about life itself: how to recognize quality, how to respect the work behind great things, and how amateurs and professionals see the world so differently. There’s a real philosophy hidden inside this episode: it's not about whether something is easy or instantly impressive — it's about whether you can recognize the craftsmanship and heart that went into it. Wine, comedy, business, even relationships — it’s all connected. I came away from this talk inspired, a little buzzed on ideas (and maybe wine too 🍷), and reminded that no matter what you're chasing — whether it’s mastering a skill, building a business, or finding love — what you put in is what you get out. If you're someone who cares about doing things properly, about working for something meaningful, or if you just like hearing two people talk honestly about the beauty and chaos of it all — you’ll find a lot to love here. 🕰️ Timecodes 00:00 – Intro 02:10 – How to define a good wine? 09:55 – Where to look when evaluating wine 14:00 – House That Jack Built: Wild wine flavors 18:55 – Opening up wine like a ritual 19:28 – "You’ll have the best podcast in China" 23:16 – How to open wine: tips & fails 24:20 – Meeting one of Tokyo's richest ladies 27:33 – First sip: tasting notes 30:52 – Testing continued 35:32 – Non-alcoholic wine: genius or joke? 39:00 – Why wine is the best drink 41:00 – Hard work pays off 44:53 – "I want to be famous" 49:30 – Lies wine companies tell us 55:30 – Advice for young entrepreneurs 1:05:00 – Everything you sell should mean something 1:06:00 – Peter Lisicky: Sabrage Master story 1:15:00 – Opening sparkling wine like a boss 1:26:00 – People are the same everywhere 1:29:00 – Does hard work beat talent? 1:33:00 – Advice on marriage 1:40:30 – Stopping a train to meet his wife 1:52:00 – Wine and pussies 1:58:00 – Comedy culture in China 2:09:03 – Say it fast! 🎯 Watch this if you want to: -Learn how to truly appreciate wine (beyond just taste) -Understand what “professional passion” looks like -Hear crazy behind-the-scenes stories from the wine world -Get inspired to pursue what you love — with or without alcohol ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, and life as a foreigner in China. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

In this episode, we sit down with a practicing Chinese lawyer to break down the most important laws affecting everyday life — including marriage and divorce, prenups, and labor rights in modern China. 下载节目文字版: Transcripts ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – START! 00:36 – Is polygamy legal in the U.S.? Surprising laws 02:56 – Weird American laws 08:06 – How divorce actually works in China 09:01 – Are prenups useful or common in Chinese marriages? 10:51 – The top reason couples get divorced in China 15:46 – Can your boss force unpaid overtime? 20:36 – Age discrimination and job eligibility 22:36 – What to do if your salary isn't paid 25:36 – Can your employer fire you for no reason? Penco is a bilingual legal expert who has studied in the U.S. and now practices law in China. His unique background gives him an insider's view on how Western and Chinese legal systems differ, especially in areas like family law, employment, and civil rights. He explains not only what the laws say, but what actually happens when people go through divorce, workplace disputes, or age discrimination cases in China. His practical advice is especially useful for foreigners living or working in China, intercultural couples, and young professionals navigating the job market.China’s legal framework has gone through significant reforms over the past few decades. While the Civil Code of China only came into effect in 2021, it already covers critical areas like family law, inheritance, labor, and contract disputes. But how do these laws actually play out in real life?Whether you're a foreigner living in China, doing business, in a relationship with a Chinese partner, or just curious about the culture — this episode is packed with useful knowledge, cultural context, and legal tips. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, and life as a foreigner in China. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

Is Kung Fu really for self-defense? 🥋 下载节目文字版: Transcripts In this episode, Lukas shares his deep knowledge of martial arts, breaking down the real meaning of Kung Fu, the differences between Wing Chun and Kung Fu, and how Karate actually originates from China! 🤯 We also explore legendary martial arts philosophies, the Southern Shaolin Temple, and the practicality of self-defense in real fights. Plus, Lukas shares a crazy fight story and a mind-blowing martial arts trick you won’t believe! Watch until the end to catch all the action! 🔹 Time Stamps: 00:00 - Start! 01:00 - Steven Seagal: Martial arts legend or Hollywood myth? 03:13 - The real difference between Wing Chun and Kung Fu 05:00 - What does "Kung Fu" actually mean? (Hint: It's more than just fighting!) 10:00 - Can you really use Kung Fu for self-defense? 13:18 - The mysterious Southern Shaolin Temple 🏯 17:40 - Have you ever felt you had to prove yourself? 23:00 - A crazy martial arts trick you’ve got to see! 25:30 - Can Karate be used for self-defense? 🥋 29:20 - Lukas shares an insane real-life fight story 35:25 - Wait… Karate is actually Chinese? 🤔 41:14 - Speed challenge: Say this fast! Martial arts aren't just about fighting—it’s about discipline, mastery, and philosophy. What's your favorite martial art? Let us know in the comments! ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, and life as a foreigner in China. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

🌏 Do You THINK in a Different Language? | Part 1 下载节目文字版: Transcripts Have you ever wondered if speaking a different language changes the way you think? In this episode, we dive deep into the mind of Lukas, a true polyglot who speaks five languages—Polish, Russian, English, Mandarin, and Cantonese—to uncover how language shapes identity, thought processes, and even personality.Lukas isn't just fluent in Cantonese—he speaks it perfectly, having lived in Southern China for years. We discuss his experience navigating life in the South, how it differs from the North, and what makes Cantonese such a unique and underrated language to learn.We also explore the fascinating differences between Mandarin and Cantonese, why foreigners should consider learning Cantonese, and whether mastering multiple languages gives you a completely different worldview. Plus, we share funny stories about language mishaps and the unexpected ways speaking different tongues affects daily life. 0:44 - You can speak 5 languages. Which language do you use when you think? 4:13 - When you speak a different language, you become a different person 6:18 - Any special strategy to learn the language? 7:48 - When did you decide to learn Mandarin? 9:18 - In short, the difference between Cantonese and Mandarin? 18:30 - Cantonese tones. Not as many tones as you think. 23:18 - Why should foreigners learn Cantonese? 24:18 - How is the south of China different from the north? 29:19 - I speak Cantonese with my wife 34:08 - Funny story about messing up the language ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, business and life! ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the foreign entrepreneur experience in China! Olayemi the host of @HafrikTV shares insights on launching Hafrik App, the challenges and opportunities in China’s foreign market, and the real cost of starting an app in China. We also explore the growing African community in Guangzhou, why Nigerians are choosing China as their new home, and the impact of Chinese investment in Nigeria. Plus, we tackle big questions on beliefs, unity, and the biggest challenges Nigeria faces today. 🔹 Timestamps: 00:00 - Guangzhou: Home to China's Largest African Community 02:40 - Why Are Nigerians Moving to China? 06:00 - China’s Influence in Nigeria 10:45 - Nigeria’s Biggest Challenge Right Now 20:00 - Beliefs Should Unite, Not Divide 23:55 - What Makes a Belief Good or Bad? 29:00 - Say It Fast! (Fun Challenge) This is Part 2 of our conversation, so make sure to check out Part 1 if you haven’t already! ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 下载节目文字版: Transcripts ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on culture, entrepreneurship, and life as a foreigner in China. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

This episode is Part 1 of my conversation with Olayemi, a Nigerian podcaster and the host of HafrikTV with a deep understanding of communication, culture, and the struggles of being a foreigner. We get into the challenges of connecting with people in a meaningful way, how foreigners often fail to support each other, and the brutal realities of making it as a creator in China. 🚀 Timestamps: 00:00 - Start! 03:13 - Icebreakers for a podcast 08:53 - Have you ever taken anything from a podcast to your real life? 09:28 - Can English podcasts thrive in China? 15:13 - Jay lost hope in Bili Bili 24:58 - Ola explains Nigerian saying about success 27:58 - How much money do you make? 30:01 - Foreigners do not support each other as they should 34:58 - People only follow a moving train At 08:53, I ask Ola if he's ever taken something from podcasting into his real life. His answer made me reflect on my own journey-so much of what I've learned through content creation has shaped how I approach relationships, business, and even personal growth. But can an English-language podcast even survive in China? At 09:28, we tackle this question head-on. It's something I've struggled with myself, trying to reach the right audience in a place where the demand for English content is uncertain.This conversation isn't just about podcasting-it's about connection, perseverance, and the realities of being a migrant in a fast-moving world. If you've ever felt like an outsider, struggled to find your community, or wondered why support is so hard to come by, this episode is for you. Part 2 is coming soon, so make sure you're subscribed. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

Is Starting a Business in China Worth It? | Ricardo ISNL on Marketing, Growth, & Challenges In this Episode 7 Part 2 of the Say it Slow Podcast, we sit down with Ricardo, the founder of ISNL, a popular clothing brand based in China. Ricardo shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing key topics like how to start a business in China, the challenges of navigating Chinese consumer behavior, and how his brand overcame setbacks. He dives deep into the marketing strategies that have helped ISNL stand out in a crowded, competitive market and explains how his experience with his first supplier taught him valuable lessons in business. If you’re thinking about launching a brand or business in China, Ricardo’s insights into foreign entrepreneurship in China, particularly in fashion, will be incredibly valuable.Beyond business, we talk about the inspiration he draws from Kanye West’s entrepreneurial mindset, which has shaped ISNL’s brand philosophy and vision. 🚀 Timestamps 00:00 – Do business that you're passionate about 01:27 – What’s the idea behind the name ISNL 05:10 – Don’t worry about the outside noise 07:55 – One advice to start your business in China 15:30 – First supplier tricked Ricardo last minute 18:35 – Marketing in China 25:00 – Selling options 32:40 – Is there a point of opening a physical store in 2025? 33:58 – Describe your brand in one word 42:00 – Kanye West as inspiration 45:00 – SAY IT FAST! ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Follow our socials ---> YouTube 小红书 Instagram Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

In Part 1 of our conversation with Ricardo, we got into the dynamic world of Chinese social media and its global implications. We begin by discussing the recent TikTok ban in the United States, exploring its causes and the subsequent migration of users to RedNote (小红书), a Chinese app that has seen a surge in popularity among "TikTok refugees." Ricardo shares his personal journey of relocating from the Bahamas to China, providing insights into the cultural and professional transitions he experienced. We also examine China's growing influence in the Caribbean, discussing its economic and cultural impacts on the region. Additionally, Ricardo offers valuable perspectives on his decision to establish a business in China, highlighting the opportunities and challenges he encountered in the Chinese market. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we will provide a comprehensive guide on starting a fashion business in China, complete with practical tips and actionable steps. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ 00:00 - intro 3:30 - start! 5:50 - DouYing (Chinese TikTok) or Red Note? 10:18 - TikTok got banned today. What's next? 15:35 - people have wrong ideas on what life in China actually looks like 17:50 - leave Bahamas for China. Why? 22:16 - Ricardo got scammed in China 26:48 - Chinese influence in the Caribbean 29:30 - start business in China 35:15 - your outlook is for other people 36:40 - Farrell Willam's looks too young ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Say it Slow is an English-Speaking podcast filmed and made in China. This project exists to build bridges between cultures and discover amazing people around the world. ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

In this episode, Victoria opens up about handling online criticism, finding purpose, and overcoming self-doubt. She shares the harsh realities of dealing with hate, the lessons hidden in negativity, and her journey to build resilience. We also explore her personal experiences with love, ambition, and self-reflection, offering a raw and inspiring perspective on turning challenges into growth. 00:00 - start! 3:41 - Victoria’s channel 8:11 - I am able to handle criticism 13:31 - Haters affect your mind 15:01 - Advice to deal with haters 19:41 - Do you think there is some truth to bad comments? 20:41 - What was the worst comment you received? 25:01 - 10,000 RMB salary 25:11 - What inspires you? 26:41 - I want to be better 27:41 - Jay about controlling yourself 33:41 - Victoria about how to keep a diary 37:41 - Write down your anxieties 40:41 - Victoria’s personal life 45:11 - What was the moment you realized you can date a woman? 51:21 - Have you ever visited a therapist? 55:41 - Find strength inside yourself 1:01:21 - Body counts 1:07:41 - Goodbye My Lover TV show 1:11:41 - I like to do something for my partner 1:26:36 - Say it fast ﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋﹋ Say it Slow is the first English Speaking podcast filmed and made in China. This project exists to build bridges between cultures and discover amazing people around the world. Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

Is AI really intelligent, or just an illusion of smartness? In this episode, Sami and I explore the truth about artificial intelligence, how workplaces are reacting to AI, and the future of VR, Neuralink, and human-computer interaction. We also tackle the mind-bending question: How do you program a concept of time? 00:00 - in vino veritas 01:13 - game creation 06:00 - AI is not the real intelligence 11:00 - workspaces are scared of ai 17:00 - VR life 22:00 - Neuralink and the future of ai 24:25 - how do you program a concept of time 29:25 - !SAY IT FAST! 💭 My Thoughts on AI & the Future AI is changing everything, but it’s not actually “intelligent”—it’s just a pattern machine. True intelligence requires consciousness, emotions, and self-awareness, things AI doesn’t have (yet). The real question isn’t if AI will replace jobs—it’s how we will adapt to a world where AI is part of our daily lives. VR and Neuralink could push us even further into a blended human-machine existence, where reality itself becomes a choice. And then there’s the concept of time—a fundamental part of human experience. Can AI ever truly understand time the way we do? Or will it always be just a sequence of numbers? 🚀 Join us as we explore these deep, mind-expanding topics in this episode! Listen now! Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

In this episode, we dive deep into willpower, nicotine addiction, and the myths of quitting smoking with Sami. We break down typical nicotine junky behavior, how nicotine addiction works, and why nicotine replacement therapies like vapes and patches often fail. Sami shares his unique perspective on why some smokers struggle to quit and why relaxing and enjoying a cigarette might be part of the solution. 00:00 – The truth about willpower 01:30 – Recognizing nicotine junky behavior 04:00 – How nicotine addiction takes control 08:20 – Why nicotine replacements don’t work 13:00 – Vapes, nicotine patches, and their flaws 16:30 – A controversial take: relax and enjoy the cigarette ✔️ Understand That Nicotine Doesn’t Relieve Stress – It only relieves the stress that it created in the first place. The “calm” you feel after smoking is just withdrawal relief, not real relaxation. ✔️ Willpower Isn’t Enough – Quitting is not about resisting cravings but about changing how you see smoking. If you still believe smoking helps you in any way, you’ll always feel like you’re sacrificing something. ✔️ Shift Your Mindset from “Giving Up” to “Breaking Free” – If you think quitting is about deprivation, you’ll struggle. Instead, focus on how smoking controls you and how quitting actually gives you more, not less. ✔️ Track Your Smoking Habits – When do you crave cigarettes the most? Morning coffee? After meals? Social settings? Understanding your triggers helps you break the automatic habit loop. ✔️ Think Long-Term, Not Just About Quitting – Many ex-smokers relapse because they only focus on the initial quit phase. Instead, build a mindset where smoking is no longer an option in your life. Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com

This episode has everything you need for a cozy night - wine, jazz, two friends talk about literature and Russian culture. In this episode Part 1, we touched on Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Nizhny Novgorod, discussing their unique cultural vibes, historical significance, and how they shape local perspectives. 00:00 - start! 03:09 - find passion for writing 04:55 - philosophy in Chinese art 12:50 - how was your trip to Russia? 17:20 - going to Russia after not leaving China for 10 years 20:28- Nizhny Novgorod and Russian banya 25:10 - St. Petersburg 30:50 - why Russians are coconuts and Westerns are peaches 38:20 - understanding Russian mentality From Moscow's fast-paced energy to St. Petersburg's artistic charm and Nizhny Novgorod's blend of tradition and modernity, we explored how these cities influence identity, lifestyle, and cross-cultural interactions. Tune in for Part 2 where we talk about nicotine addiction and Part 3 where after a bottle of wine we got into AI and all future technology conspiracies Booking, partnerships and contact - i.tumasyants@protonmail.com Follow our socials ---> YouTube BiliBili 小红书 Instagram