PSYCHOLOGIST Β· AUTHOR Β· PODCAST HOST
Dr. Aziz Gazipura in the Media
Real conversations about people-pleasing, social anxiety, and speaking honestly when approval is on the line.
Author of Not Nice and host of Authentic Confidence with Dr. Aziz.
Featured Podcast Interviews
If you are considering Dr. Aziz as a guest, these episodes are a quick way to hear how he teaches, tells stories, and handles a real conversation.
THE ONE YOU FEED
Uncovering the Truth About People Pleasing
Aziz and Eric Zimmer get into the difference between being kind and being nice, and what changes when you stop letting approval make your choices.
ALL THE HACKS
The Art of Confidence: Find It, Grow It and Use It to Your Advantage
Chris Hutchins and Aziz talk about the inner critic, getting comfortable with rejection, and the everyday decisions that build confidence.
HOW TO BE AWESOME AT YOUR JOB
How to Stop People-Pleasing and Feeling Guilty
A practical workplace conversation about saying no, recognizing resentment, and speaking up without turning harsh.
THE LIZ MOODY PODCAST
How To Become More Confident
Liz and Aziz talk about the inner critic, people-pleasing, awkward moments, and making decisions you can stand behind. Published when the show was called Healthier Together.
Invite Dr. Aziz to Your Podcast
Dr. Aziz Gazipura is a psychologist, author of Not Nice, and host of Authentic Confidence with Dr. Aziz. His work helps people move past fear of disapproval, speak up honestly, and set boundaries without giving up their care for others.
Conversations he can have with your listeners:
- What people-pleasing is really trying to prevent
- Why saying no feels so bad, even when you mean it
- What social anxiety feels like from the inside, and what actually changes it
Host resources: Open press headshot Β· Authentic Confidence Β· Books Β· YouTube
Connect: Instagram Β· LinkedIn
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Earlier Interviews
More conversations from the years when Not Nice and the early confidence work first reached new audiences.
TV & News Clips
These shorter segments show Aziz discussing social anxiety, confidence at work, and connecting with other people on local television.
Portland Today β Social Anxiety
A short TV conversation about social anxiety and building confidence in everyday interactions.
Portland Today β Anxiety at Work
A short TV conversation about feeling anxious at work and showing up with more confidence.
KGW Live at 7 β Five Confidence Tips
A quick segment on approaching people and building social confidence.