In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, host, Furkhan and guest Rodger Friedman engage in a robust discussion centered on key societal issues and their widespread implications. Drawing from Friedman’s book, ‘Erasing America,’ the conversation explores themes of humor amidst serious issues, societal polarization, and the media’s role in divisiveness. They discuss Friedmans background, his political and financial insights, and his predictions about governmental financial practices leading to potential national bankruptcy. Touching on energy independence, they assess both the U.S. and Canada’s economic challenges. The conversation delves into diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), questioning the balance between equal opportunity and outcome. With a focus on resilience, work ethic, and personal responsibility, they propose respectful, civil dialogue as a way to counter polarization and move society forward. To learn more about Roger Friedman’s work or to purchase his book, listeners are directed to eocritic.com.

Rodger Friedman is the author of Erasing America: Broken Politics, Broken Country. He is a dedicated American who wants to help fix our broken country. His epiphany moment came when he realized that many Congressional Democrats and the entire executive branch were turning America into a socialist society, bankrupt the nation, erase our borders, install one-party government and ignore the Constitution. He picked up his pen and started writing a series of weekly memos which became the basis for this book. Rodger is a Retirement wealth planner, living in Florida with his wife. 

00:00 Introduction and Book Overview

01:56 Guest Background and Career

05:37 Polarization and Media Influence

11:32 Entitlement and Work Ethic

18:45 Financial Crisis and Government Spending

29:15 Political Accountability and Student Loans

31:10 The Role of Voting in Democracy

34:21 Energy Independence and Economic Impact

39:45 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Debate

47:56 Generational Differences and Productivity

51:11 Finding Common Ground in Polarized Times

56:03 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Furkhan Dandia Therapist and Coach

I am a men's coach, therapist, group facilitator, podcaster and author. My journey began five years ago when I was going through a separation. I found myself alone and in a shame spiral that our culture and society covertly exert on people due to the perceived "failure" of a marriage. Unfortunately, I personalized that message which led me to fall deeper into a hole, causing me to surround myself with people that did not serve me and engage in substance abuse. While seeking therapy, I was not making the wholesale changes I needed.

As part of my experience with therapy, I realized that I am not alone in the challenges men my age experience (I separated at the age of 34/35). I realized I could be a voice for men like myself and offer support in this space. In the middle of the pandemic, I applied for a Master's degree in Psychology to become a therapist. This change was a significant shift for me as I worked in the corporate world as an engineer. Once I leaned into the space of supporting other men, I also started a podcast to normalize these difficult conversations and started a men's group a year later with the support of a friend.

I thought I was giving something back when I started the men's group. However, I quickly realized I was getting substantially more from the connections I built than I initially anticipated. It was also something I needed because I was going through another breakup.

At that point, I also realized that I had not taken the time to heal, and I was outsourcing my healing through romantic relationships, substances, material acquisitions and superficial relationships. I decided to step away from the outgoing lifestyle and started to focus on my healing which was another phase of evolution for me on my journey. Over the last year and a half, I have become mindful of the people I spend my time with. I have cleaned my lifestyle of substances, toxic environments and behaviours. I have focused on my sleep, my health and my knowledge. I have improved my spiritual relationship with myself, which was lacking the most over the past five years. This is the best I have felt.

As part of my solitude journey and to find myself again, I also released a book encapsulating my journey, which I hope to share with others. My book is titled: The Pursuit of Self-Love.