Hi guys! Hola from Barcelona, and welcome back to another episode of Tarik Talk!

I’m so happy to be back in Spain and especially here in Barcelona, which has become one of my favorite cities in the world.

There’s something about coming back here that always feels special. The architecture, the history, the food, the energy of the city—and, of course, the art. Barcelona is one of those places where creativity feels like it’s everywhere. You don’t necessarily have to walk into a museum to experience it. It’s in the streets, the buildings, the parks, and the incredible architecture surrounding you.

But this trip feels particularly special because, for me, it’s also a full-circle moment.

When I launched Tarik Talk back in 2022, Spain was actually one of the countries where I recorded the podcast.

At the time, I really ha ...