ANSHISM Podcast by Ansh Sachdeva

*This Podcast is recorded in bits of Hindi & Hinglish, English* We have the celebrity chef Akshay Nayyar, whose journey began with hotel studies in Shimla. From mastering spa cuisine at Ananda in the Himalayas to becoming the youngest Executive Chef at Dubai's Melia hotel at 27, Nayyar's expertise spans Indian and international cuisines, baking, and patisserie. He also shared his experience working with the legendary Chef Sanjeev Kapoor and how he shaped his journey as a culinary artist, he also served as Corporate Chef for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at SK Restaurants Private Limited, conceptualizing innovative dining experiences. Chef Nayyar's influence extends to television, where he hosted the Middle East's major reality TV show "Foodshala" for four seasons. His achievements include representing Melia at the World Gourmet Summit and securing the 8th position in Caterer Middle East's power 50 list in 2015. Named 'Chef De Cuisine of the Year' at the Hotelier Middle East Awards in 2013. Nayyar's accolades showcase his culinary prowess and dedication to the art. He is currently a key collaborator and oversees operations at Khazana Restaurant by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor in the vibrant heart of Downtown Toronto. Join him in this podcast as he shares insights from his remarkable journey, including working with culinary legends, mentoring, and the secrets to success in the food and hospitality industry. Keep up with Akshay Nayyar’s work and Recipes on https://www.instagram.com/akshay.nayyar?igsh=MTRzbmN3MHdyenlmNA== http://www.akshaynayyar.com/?m=1 “ANSHISM Podcast" is an independent podcast by Ansh Sachdeva. The show started in early 2021 as a 'Student Podcast' that evolved into a wider conversation in society. ANSHISM is about creating something that inspires a generation, people, to bring positive change. Sachdeva quotes, "I look for human angles and stories in my podcast guests that people can relate to or connect with." I strive to educate myself through raw human interactions and make a positive impact. You can listen to the podcast on all major platforms. https://linktr.ee/Anshismpodcast Watch the podcast's short clips here: https://www.instagram.com/anshismpodcast/ Sponsored by @Kickinto1. https://kicksinto.ca

*This Podcast is recorded in bits of Hindi & Hinglish, English* On this episode of ANSHISM we have Ojas Rawal who is an actor-writer-director in films, television and theatre. His most recent Bollywood movies are "Rashmi Rocket" starring Taapsee Pannu, and "Made In China" starring Rajkumar Rao, Paresh Rawal, Boman Irani and Mouni Roy. His Tv serials like "Ladies Special", "Sargam Ki Sadhe Saati" and "AnandiBaa Aur Emily" have earned him worldwide fame. His currently running Hindi serial "Wagle Ki Duniya" recently completed 700 episodes. After successful films like Chasani, Ventilator, NayikaDevi, Chor Bani Thangaat Kare, and more, his 24th gujarati film "Chaandlo" released this month and has been receiving a great response! You may also spot him in plays: the serious and poetic play "Sir Sir Sarla" (drama), the hilarious laughter riot "Mera Piya Ghar Aaya" (horror comedy), the nostalgia of Ismat Chughtai "Jaane Woh Kaise Log The" (drama), the riveting and poignant take on physical disabilities "Ishaaro Ishaaro Mein" (drama), and the mad comedy "Aaje Rokda Ne Udhaar Kaale" (comedy) which will touring the UK next month. Ojas also periodically emcees for our PM Shri Narendra Modi's events, among others. His play "Sabarmati Ke Sant" is a biopic on Mahatma Gandhi where Ojas plays the title role, and was performed in front of PM Modi Ji on 2nd Oct 2019 celebrating Bapu's 150th birth anniversary.  Ojas is also a professional Stand-up Comedian performing in Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi and English. He has made audiences laugh not only across India, but also in USA, UK, Canada, Belgium, Kenya and Australia. In comedy, he has worked with legends like Johnny Lever, Raju Srivastav, Vir Das, etc. His viral videos on YouTube of The Comedy Factory, The Baka Bakudi Celebrity Show, and Garba Shuffle songs have greatly added to his popularity. A medical Doctor by education, but a Professor of Socio-economics and Humanities in USA. Former editor of The Oracle newspaper. Two-time TEDx Speaker. USF’s Global Ambassador to India (twice) and student advisor with the Mumbai US Consulate since 18 years. Voice-over and dubbing artist (13 languages). Student of Bharatnatyam, and an enthusiast at painting and sculpting. Avid gardener. Through his NGO work, this young leader has also implemented “School Adoption Program” in Satellite areas and even Permanent Projects like "Spoken Tutorials for Women" with IIT Bombay. He also launched his signature project - the annual "Youth Leadership Symposium”. Ojas was recently awarded the title of "Youth Icon for a Drug-Free Gujarat" campaign against drug abuse. A true believer of the phrase that "Leaders are those who create other leaders", it is a passion for Ojas to scout, guide, mould and help the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow! “ANSHISM Podcast" is an independent podcast by Ansh Sachdeva. The show started in early 2021 as a 'Student Podcast' that evolved into a wider conversation in society. ANSHISM is about creating something that inspires a generation, people, to bring positive change. Sachdeva quotes, "I look for human angles and stories in my podcast guests that people can relate to or connect with." I strive to educate myself through raw human interactions and make a positive impact. You can listen to the podcast on all major platforms. https://linktr.ee/Anshismpodcast Watch the podcast's short clips here: https://www.instagram.com/anshismpodcast/ Sponsored by @Kickinto1. https://kicksinto.ca #OjasRawal #GujaratiCinema #Actor #Podcast #IndianFilmIndustry #ANSHISM #Entertainment #CinematicJourney #Streaming #gujjus #bollywood #poet #actor #nepotism #actor #audition

Join Stephanie Baker, Director at Capital-Elite Ltd and Elite-Stays, as she shares her journey and triumphs in the real estate industry, unraveling the secrets to her success in Estate Agency & Auction Management. “ANSHISM Podcast" is an independent podcast by Ansh Sachdeva. The show started in early 2021 as a 'Student Podcast' that evolved into a wider conversation in society. ANSHISM is about creating something that inspires a generation, people, to bring positive change. Sachdeva quotes, "I look for human angles and stories in my podcast guests that people can relate to or connect with." I strive to educate myself through raw human interactions and make a positive impact. You can listen to the podcast on all major platforms. https://linktr.ee/Anshismpodcast Watch the podcast's short clips here: https://www.instagram.com/anshismpodcast/ Sponsored by @Kickinto1. https://kicksinto.ca

In this captivating podcast episode, Ansh Sachdeva, the podcast producer behind ANSHISM, sits down with Professor George E Holmes DL, the esteemed President & Vice-Chancellor and Member of the Governing Body at the University of Bolton. Join them as they delve into an insightful conversation about Professor Holmes' remarkable career in education, his personal life, and the risks one must take to excel in their chosen path. With a wealth of experience in the education sector, Professor Holmes has played influential roles in shaping educational policy and institutions. In 2002, he was appointed as an advisor to the Department of Education and Skills, where he became one of only two Sector representatives on the HE Policy Delivery Steering Group. This group played a vital role in preparing the HE White Paper. His dedication to education extends beyond policy, as he has served as a Governor of several educational organizations, including Bolton School, ESSA Academy Trust, and Bury College. During the interview, Professor Holmes shares a particularly challenging time for the University of Bolton when a devastating fire in November 2019 left students homeless. He highlights the university's commendable response in organizing immediate support for those affected by the crisis. However, their resilience was further tested when the COVID-19 pandemic struck just a few months later. Professor Holmes candidly discusses the uncertainties and unprecedented challenges faced by the university and its staff during this global crisis. Prior to his current position, Professor Holmes served as the Principal of Doncaster College, where he spearheaded the groundbreaking Doncaster Education City Project. Under his leadership, the project received the largest capital grant in the history of the Further Education (FE) sector at the time. He was also instrumental in overseeing the construction of a new £75m College on the Waterfront. Throughout his career, Professor Holmes has demonstrated a commitment to fostering educational growth and development. Before joining the University of Bolton, he held the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of North London (now the London Metropolitan University). In 1996, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Lincoln University Campus as part of the Vice Chancellor's Office, which was inaugurated by HM The Queen. In addition to his educational achievements, Professor Holmes was appointed as one of the Deputy Lieutenants by Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Greater Manchester in 2015. He also serves as a member of the Board of Bolton College and Chair of the Advisory Panel at Regent College, London. Join Ansh Sachdeva as he delves deep into Professor George E Holmes DL's extraordinary journey, unveiling the lessons learned, the impact made, and the inspiring wisdom acquired along the way. This podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking motivation, insights into education, and valuable life lessons from a distinguished leader in the field. “ANSHISM Podcast" is an independent podcast by Ansh Sachdeva. The show started in early 2021 as a 'Student Podcast' that evolved into a wider conversation in society. ANSHISM is about creating something that inspires a generation, people, to bring positive change. Sachdeva quotes, "I look for human angles and stories in my podcast guests that people can relate to or connect with." I strive to educate myself through raw human interactions and make a positive impact. You can listen to the podcast on all major platforms. https://linktr.ee/Anshismpodcast Watch the podcast's short clips here: https://www.instagram.com/anshismpodcast/ Sponsored by @Kickinto1. https://kicksinto.ca

Hamza Mukhtar, a university student, spoke about the controversial Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, a clinical psychologist and professor emeritus at the University of Toronto. Mukhtar, who is a second year student, was inspired by Dr. Peterson during a very challenging time in his life. During the podcast, he talks about his love of running and his passion for mountains. With 5000ers climbed in Asia and the Rome Marathon coming up in March, he is inspired by peaks about how sports can change your life. Hamza also discusses the statements made by Jordan Peterson and how some of the disciplines he discussed have helped him grow as a person. According to the media, Jordan Peterson is viewed as a controversial public figure who speaks the truth, and he spent fifteen years writing Maps of Meaning: The Architecture of Belief (1999; released in June 2018 as a now bestselling author-read audiobook). Maps of Meaning is a scholarly investigation into the nature of narrative and religious thought, the structure of perception, the regulation of emotion, and the motivation for atrocity in the service of ideology. Dr. Peterson also penned the popular global bestsellers Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life & 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos, #1 for nonfiction in 2018 in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, the Netherlands, Brazil and Norway, both translated into some 50 languages. The latter book has sold more than five million copies; the former, released in mid 2021, 750,000. “ANSHISM Podcast" is an independent podcast by Ansh Sachdeva. The show started in early 2021 as a 'Student Podcast' that evolved into a wider conversation in society. ANSHISM is about creating something that inspires a generation, people, to bring positive change. Sachdeva quotes, "I look for human angles and stories in my podcast guests that people can relate to or connect with." I strive to educate myself through raw human interactions and make a positive impact. You can listen to the podcast on all major platforms. https://linktr.ee/Anshismpodcast Watch the podcast's short clips here: https://www.instagram.com/anshismpodcast/ Sponsored by @Kickinto1. https://kicksinto.ca

As Valentine’s Day is approaching we had Shams a close friend on the host on the podcast. They discussed all about valentines, relationships & expectations. Valentine’s day has the notion to be filled with love, affection, red roses and everything in between. When you think of it, Valentine’s Day puts the pressure on society to find that special someone to show your love to and shower them with something special. The pressure of getting a date and romantic gestures defeats the real purpose of this day full of love and affection. This day alone has us all burdened with unrealistic expectations. Blame it on all those cheesy romance films surrounding Valentine’s Day and romance in general. These films push the idea of the perfect romantic gesture, making you rush to get every detail right or better yet make sure you have something to give your significant other. According to an article from The Atlantic, “people expect their significant others will spend more on them for Valentine’s Day than they themselves want to spend.” This implies that both men and women will expect an expensive gift from their significant other when they themselves have a limit on what they’ll gift. This idea of high expectations can cause rifts in any given relationship because society and consumerism tell us that grand gestures such as expensive gifts are necessary to show how much you love someone when that is not the case. I’m not saying that giving your significant other a nice gift for Valentine’s Day is a bad thing, but it can imply that love is only shown through materialistic items. According to the Atlantic, on average, shoppers annually spend $13 million a year on heartshaped boxes and flowers and most of the time it is because they feel obligated to buy something. Feeling obligated to purchase a gift on Valentine’s Day is due to these unrealistic expectations about this corporate holiday. Not only does this day push unrealistic expectations of extravagant gifts, there is also the pressure of having someone to spend the day with. There’s always going to be someone asking, “so how are you going to spend Valentine’s Day?” and if you are single it can be an awkward conversation to have. Consumerism and society are also to blame because plenty of commercials and television programs advertise different ways to spend Feb. 14 with a partner. A lot of time if you have ever gone out on Valentine’s Day, you are surrounded by a lot of couples, so going out by yourself is not really an option by society’s standards. It shouldn’t have to be like that, it should be a day focused on showing love. Next Valentine’s Day, do yourself a favor and focus on the love you have for your significant other or your closest friends if you’re not in a relationship. Don’t focus too much on giving the most extravagant gift on the planet, rather focus on spending time with the ones you love the most. If you are single, have a “me” day, show yourself some love and spread some love while you’re at it. “ANSHISM Podcast" is an independent podcast by Ansh Sachdeva. The show started in early 2021 as a 'Student Podcast' that evolved into a wider conversation in society. ANSHISM is about creating something that inspires a generation, people, to bring positive change. Sachdeva quotes, "I look for human angles and stories in my podcast guests that people can relate to or connect with." I strive to educate myself through raw human interactions and make a positive impact. You can listen to the podcast on all major platforms. https://linktr.ee/Anshismpodcast Watch the podcast's short clips here: https://www.instagram.com/anshismpodcast/ Sponsored by @Kickinto1. https://kicksinto.ca

In this episode, meet Seren Hughes, a resilient cancer survivor actively contributing to CATTS (Cancer Awareness for Teens & Twenties). Seren shares insights on recognizing early signs of cancer and highlights CATTS' impactful initiatives, ranging from workshops to community fundraisers. Explore more about their vital work at https://wearecatts.co.uk.

Kwame Asamoah-Kwarteng, a Ghanaian Cocoa Farmer's son and seasoned cocoa sector expert, boasts extensive experience in managing industrial and research projects within the Cocoa-Chocolate value chain. As a distinguished Columnist for The Cocoa Post and the Business & Financial Times, his insights shape industry discourse. Notably, Kwame made history as the 1st International student in the University of Manchester's 158-year history, elected General Secretary/President of the largest students Union in the UK. Follow his contributions on Twitter (@asamoahpeters) and explore his articles via LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwameasamoahkwarteng) and Linktr.ee (https://linktr.ee/Kwames_Articles).