#38 From War Refugee to Makeup Artist for Meryl Streep & Angelina Jolie | Matin Maulawizada

Can you really pivot from a pre-med track to Hollywood glamour and find deeper purpose? Matin Maulawizada proved that unconventional career changes aren’t just possible, they’re often essential for discovering your true calling. After fleeing Afghanistan at 17 without speaking English, he pursued molecular biology at UC Berkeley before a chance encounter led him into the beauty industry. His scientific background became his secret weapon, allowing him to speak with authority about cosmetic chemistry while building relationships with A-list celebrities. This conversation explores how embracing unexpected opportunities, combined with technical expertise and authentic storytelling, can create a platform for meaningful humanitarian work that reaches far beyond any single industry. 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro of Show

02:56 Matin Maulawizada’s Back Story

15:47 Afghanistan Then vs. Now

17:39 Shift from Molecular Biology to Celebrity Makeup Artistry

33:18 Feeling Like Home in Different Countries

33:47 Experience during the Soviet-Afghan War

42:01 Immigration as an Emotional Journey

45:04 Afghan Misogyny

48:59 Political Trends Damaging Relationships

50:53 Heavy Metal Toxicity

56:37 American Wars and Money Laundering

1:01:29 European vs. American School Systems

1:04:45 Connect with Matin

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