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Dr. Hassan, founder of Smile Land Dental, shares his inspiring and winding journey from wanting to be a biologist, carpenter, and pilot to becoming a compassionate leader in dentistry. He opens up about the pressure of family expectations, the immigrant hustle to get into U.S. dental school, and the profound realization that he loves his work not just for the procedure, but for the people.

In this heartwarming conversation, Dr. Hassan reveals how he helps patients overcome deep-seated dental anxiety—often stemming from childhood trauma—without always resorting to IV sedation. He discusses the importance of human connection, why “core values” are the foundation of any successful business, and how true success is defined by inner peace, not just financial gain.

Connect with : Dr. Hassan Website: https://smilandfl.com/

Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Dr. Hassan’s journey to dentistry 01:40 – From wanting to be a pilot to becoming a dentist 04:00 – It’s okay to change your mind about your career 06:30 – The immigrant path to dental school: Grit and help 10:00 – Why core values are the secret to business success 15:00 – Building trust with patients who are terrified 20:00 – Healing dental trauma: Why IV sedation isn’t always the answer 24:00 – The psychology of pain and anxiety in the chair 26:30 – Why being a “human” dentist matters more than the tech 30:00 – Dr. Hassan’s definition of being a human being

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Dr. John Lees, a PhD physicist turned healthcare innovator, joins the podcast to discuss his revolutionary new app, Your Copay, which aims to bring transparency to the murky world of U.S. healthcare pricing. Dr. Lees shares his incredible career trajectory—from computational physics to the CDC, to becoming a volunteer firefighter and Ironman triathlete.

He explains the massive problem of price opacity in medicine, why healthcare debt is the leading cause of bankruptcy (and why it’s not dischargeable), and how his app empowers patients to “shop” for care just like they would for a car or groceries. By crowdsourcing data, Dr. Lees hopes to create an efficient market that drives costs down and quality up, giving power back to the patient.

Connect with : John Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlees/ Website: https://www.yourcopay.com/

Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Dr. John Lees’ journey from physics to healthcare 02:00 – From the CDC to founding Copay Technologies 03:30 – What is the “Your Copay” app? (Waze for healthcare) 04:30 – The problem: Buying healthcare without knowing the price 06:00 – The crisis of high-deductible plans and surprise bills 07:30 – Why healthcare debt is a trap you can’t escape 09:00 – The disparity between the healthy and the chronically ill 12:00 – Bringing transparency and capitalism to medicine 15:00 – How crowdsourcing data can lower medical costs 20:00 – Dr. Lees’ mission: Wellness as a basic human right

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In this episode, TEDx speaker, certified coach, and founder of Oligye Enterprises, Colin C. Thompson, joins Justin to discuss the concept of “mental fitness” and why training your mind is just as critical as training your body. Colin shares his personal journey from a Jamaican immigrant family in Canada and the U.S. to building a life and business in Shanghai, China. He breaks down the “immigrant hustle” mindset—its powers and its pitfalls—and explains how he transitioned from corporate life at IBM to empowering others to master their minds.

They dive deep into practical strategies for reducing stress, including Colin’s strict “no news” diet to eliminate unnecessary drama and negativity. Colin also opens up about the unique work culture in China, the “996” (9 a.m. to 9 p.m., 6 days a week) grind, and how he maintains inner peace amidst a chaotic world. If you feel overwhelmed by the noise of modern life or want to turn your mind from an enemy into an ally, this conversation offers the tools you need.

Connect with : Colin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colincthompson/ Website: http://www.colincthompson.com/

Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Is your mind your friend or enemy? 01:48 – The immigrant hustle: Jamaica to Canada to the U.S. 03:00 – Moving to China in 2007: Seeking opportunity outside the U.S. 05:30 – What is “Mental Fitness” and how do you train it? 09:15 – The difference between mental health and mental fitness 14:00 – How to stop letting pet peeves control your emotions 21:00 – The “996” work culture in China explained 23:00 – Why Colin stopped watching the news (and you should too) 25:00 – Protecting your peace in a digital world 30:00 – The power of living drama-free 35:00 – What it means to be human: Colin’s final thoughts