My Good Place

(copy paste of pt-1 discussion)

Feels like no words will do justice to explain how privileged I felt to be part of the discussion. The conversation was very fluid and brought up so many points that women (just not in Nepal) have been talking about. I will not write much on the discussion because you will have to hear it to appreciate how great discussion it was.

If you want to be part of the discussion or have any topic suggestions, reachout @mygoodplacepod on Instagram/ Twitter.

or, email me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Feels like no words will do justice to explain how privileged I felt to be part of the discussion. The conversation was very fluid and brought up so many points that women (just not in Nepal) have been talking about. I will not write much on the discussion because you will have to hear it to appreciate how great discussion it was.

If you want to be part of the discussion or have any topic suggestions, reachout @mygoodplacepod on Instagram/ Twitter.

or, email me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Counter culture as defined by wikipedia "“A counterculture is a culture whose values and norms of behavior differ substantially from those of mainstream society, sometimes diametrically opposed to mainstream cultural mores.” So essentially if you're not following the traditional profession in your community - you're going counter culture. So to discuss why the counter culture is important we have assembled five individuals who are trailblazers in their own way. They will tell you the story and hopefully their story helps your to make that decision.

Now if you want to say hello or let the panelists your thoughts, following is their IG handles:

Art Wilde: @art.wilde

Naz Khan: @nazkhano @

Christina Krakowski: @christinakrakowski

Parisha Rajbhandari: @pari_rajb

Simone Zienna: @simonezienna

And if you want to tell Minu how great of a modorating job she has done, her IG is: @mindthe_gap07

And don't forget to follow us on Twitter and IG: @mygoodplacepod or email at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Mental health is one of the topic which is still often overlooked. Me, and my panelist would argue Mental health is more important and need to be look after more than physical health. There are so many misconceptions in our society that prevents an individual from seeking - probably one of the best step they will take towards self-care. Here are few resources for US residents:

For US:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - https://afsp.org/ (Call: 1-800-273-8255 Text: Talk to 741741)

Mental health first aid - one stop of various resources - https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/mental-health-resources/

For UK:

MIND call line: 08457660163

SANELINE: https://sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforum/support_rooms/ (0300047000)

Suicide hotlines for UK:

Samritans: 116 123 Anxiety: 03444775774 CALM: 0800585858 PAPYRUS: 08000684141 Youngminds: 08088025544

Crisis messaging: Text Shout to 85258

(I will update this as I get more)

If you want to reach out to me, email me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Mental health is one of the topic which is still often overlooked. Me, and my panelist would argue Mental health is more important and need to be look after more than physical health. There are so many misconceptions in our society that prevents an individual from seeking - probably one of the best step they will take towards self-care. Here are few resources for US residents:

For US:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - https://afsp.org/ (Call: 1-800-273-8255 Text: Talk to 741741)

Mental health first aid - one stop of various resources - https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/mental-health-resources/

For UK:

MIND call line: 08457660163

SANELINE: https://sane.org.uk/what_we_do/support/supportforum/support_rooms/ (0300047000)

Suicide hotlines for UK:

Samritans: 116 123 Anxiety: 03444775774 CALM: 0800585858 PAPYRUS: 08000684141 Youngminds: 08088025544

Crisis messaging: Text Shout to 85258

(I will update this as I get more)

If you want to reach out to me, email me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

James Baldwin, “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”

Hey good people. Sorry if the intro is too loud, I am just way too pumped to be back. But the quote above from James Baldwin sums up what I (we) are trying to do with season 2. We will face, discuss the difficult topics of the society and help you understand other people's perspectives. Empathy will be key with this season. 

The first episode, the first part, me and my panelist are discussing the topic of race and try to answer questions like:

1. Why is the topic of race such a sensitive topic in America?
   
2. What comes to your mind when you hear, privilege, discrimination?
   
3. Who should address and be accountable for the discrimination and privilege in the bigger picture?
   
4. How has your identity affected you, for good or bad?

This discussion has been broken down into two parts because of the content. There is so much information, knowledge, perspectives in this one I had to break it down into two parts. I will release the rest next Tuesday.

Now if you want to get involved, find participation form via link below:

linktr.ee/mygoodplacepod/

Hello guys, Happy New Years. I wanted to drop this final BONUS episode before officially starting season 2. Season 2 is work in progress. I am working on bit of a upgrade from the season one, because we should always try to become better right?

Anyway, follow me on Instagram @mygoodplacepod

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Last week we heard from the US citizens and their feelings about upcoming US elections. In this episode we will see get the perspective from people who are non US citizens and looking at the US from outside. Some are actually living in the US and their life also gets impacted from the election result.

think it's an interesting listen to non US citizens as well. Since the discussion was long I have broken it down to two parts so it's more palatable.

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

IG: @mygoodplacepod

Ph: (612) 524-8235‬ (Voicemail and text only)

Last week we heard from the US citizens and their feelings about upcoming US elections. In this episode we will see get the perspective from people who are non US citizens and looking at the US from outside. Some are actually living in the US and their life also gets impacted from the election result.

think it's an interesting listen to non US citizens as well. Since the discussion was long I have broken it down to two parts so it's more palatable.

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

IG: @mygoodplacepod

Ph: (612) 524-8235‬ (Voicemail and text only)

US Presidential election is upon us and there is so much anxiety amongst the voters. I tried to assemble very diverse group of individuals who are US citizens but from different cultural background.  Six panelist and two mediators, we discuss the feelings, emotions and the importance of voting. I think this is an extremely informative project and something I am really proud of.

I think it's an interesting listen to non US citizens as well. Since the discussion was long I have broken it down to two parts so it's more palatable.

Next I'm looking for noon US citizens who are interested in US politics and election. If you are interested, please contact me at:

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

IG: @mygoodplacepod

Ph: (612) 524-8235‬ (voicemail/ text)

US Presidential election is upon us and there is so much anxiety amongst the voters. I tried to assemble very diverse group of individuals who are US citizens but from different cultural background.  Six panelist and two mediators, we discuss the feelings, emotions and the importance of voting. I think this is an extremely informative project and something I am really proud of. 

I think it's an interesting listen to non US citizens as well. Since the discussion was long I have broken it down to two parts so it's more palatable. 

Next I'm looking for noon US citizens who are interested in US politics and election. If you are interested, please contact me at:

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

IG: @mygoodplacepod

Ph: (612) 524-8235‬ (Voicemail and text only)

SEASON FINALE!!

Since this was my season finale and I had to end with a bang, and I think it is delivered. Christina is an awesome person with all the amazing traits which has to be there in a good human. Kind, humble, nice and polite. Not only that she is extremely gifted actor who is working on making her mark on the world of Hollywood. I have known her for such a long time and followed her journey of many successes. I cannot think of anyone but her to end the season with. You can find her on social media, her IG is @christinakrakowski

And if you wanna follow me on the socials:

Twitter and Instagram: @mygoodplacepod

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Phone number: 612-524-8235

Till next season, Namaste!

A new experiment with my previous guest and now guest host Gerardo Sanchez.

Bri is a singer, song writer, photographer, videographer, and the list goes on. If you're probably looking for a set of skill in an artist, she probably got it. She is an awesome human being and digs deeper into her spiritual herself to give us her insight. He perspectives on afterlife is just unique and keeps us thinking. 

You can connect with her though all the socials, looks her up @briflasch

As I mentioned above it is an experiment inviting previous guests who will interview someone they admire. And I will have a new perspective for you guys on this concept of afterlife and good place. Let me know your thoughts.

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Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Phone number if you wanna leave any voicemail: 612-524-8295

This is hands down one of the most beautiful interview I have done. Fenton takes us on a journey to such a serene place where he has many personal fond memories. Fenton has great messages that he shares and I think they are more relevant these days and with current situation than ever. I was delighted when Fenton agreed to be part of the show and share his thoughts. It honestly turned our more amazing than I had anticipated. I want to thank Fenton and you all listeners continually listening to the show.

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Sun is an amazing human who I met through a friend of mine. Actually my friend introduced him to the podcast and Sun was already talking about spirituality and life, death and afterlife. So this was a perfect match, we scheduled an interview session and throughout the interview I realized that he was extremely passionate about it. I could go on talking to him for longer and I told him that as well. His interview definitely open new perspectives into this idea of afterlife.

Follow Sun for all of his updates, to get in touch with his art, want to ask or learn about astrology his IG: @sunthepisces

To follow new updates with this podcast, find me and let me know what you think of the episode, podcast overall.

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Priyanka d and I met when I was in Nepal after the massive earthquake in Nepal. I met her through of my other ds (d or dd meaning sister in Nepali) and one thing that really stuck out was her positivity and her laugh. She has one of those contagious laugh which make everyone around her happy. She is a early school educator and I cannot imagine a better person than her in the job. She talks about the Rai 'Kirat' tradition and the how death is treated in the culture. This was also a good learning experience for me about the culture we have within Nepal. This is one of those perfect example of an episode where it shows importance of diversity.

Listen the follow/ subscribe wherever you listen to podcast. You can reach me @mygoodplacepod on Twitter and Instagram

Also email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Namaste.

Serene and I met in Santa Monica College in Los Angeles, California. She was going for biology and I was going for something I rather not say. And we had a general class together and we started chatting, I didn't have many friends in LA so I was hungry for friends, and she was kind to be one. We stayed in touch and here we are.

She is into books, national parks and workouts. As you will learn all about it on the episode.

Also, I am planning to get a phone number where you can contact me and leave a voicemail or text. Let me know if you'll like that. Reach out to me on social media @mygoodplacepod Twitter and Instagram.

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Someone I have known my entire life and her life. Yup this is my sister ya'll. I am extremely delighted to bring you this episode of the podcast because her perspective is amazing. She is one of the main person behind starting the podcast as well.

Apart from that she is a national debater, social worker, mental health advocate and so many things more. She has a blog where she writes about her personal experiences, insecurities and other things. Link to her blog is:

https://nishmatuag.wordpress.com/

IG: nishmatuag

Also find me on IG and twitter: @mygoodplacepod

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Adetoro, or Toro and I met in college during soccer club recruitment, I think we were immediately giving each other shit and we still do that. Also I would argue that made us good friends. I think I have good people around me and Toro is absolutely one of them. She has so many great perspective on being a Nigerian American and growing up with the faith and how does that play a part on her point of view.

She is a model and a businesswoman, you can find her @afrogoddess. Hit her up and let her know how much you enjoyed the interview.

If want to reach out to me and have feedback and suggestions, find me:

Twitter and Instagram: @mygoodplacepod

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Manik is an engineer by profession, and also a talented musician. He writes songs, plays his own instruments and sings em too. He is also originally from Nepal but how living in the US. He is a very humble, down to earth kinda person. Speaking more onto his music, he has performed on live concerts and he was even the opener for Nima Rumba when he visited the states.

If you want to follow his content or tell him how much you enjoyed his interview, his instagram is @manikrmaharjan

Now if you have any feedback for the show, you can find me on Twitter or IG: @mygoodplacepod

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Jidapa, or Paa, she and I met when I was living in Pittsburgh. She was a PhD student at university of Pittsburgh and now she has earned it. She has earned the honor of being called Dr. Jidapa yet she struggles accepting the honor. She is now back home in Thailand teaching computer science. She is self proclaimed foodie, "big time" and she has the largest collection of funko pop toys. So has so much of funko toys. 

In this interview she introduces me to a new world of Buddhism idea and belief of afterlife. I think this was eye opening for me in many level. Let me know what do you think of this interview and the podcast in general. If you have any idea, feedback how I can make your listening experience better. Send me an email mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

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If you are apple user and listen to this podcast on Apple Podcast, please give me 5 star reviews? Helps other people find the show. Namaste!

Nezia and I met through app called Migg33 over 9 years ago. It all started with "Hello, asl?" If you're not aware what's 'asl' it meant asking a: age, s: sex and l: location. You'd want to know who, where and how old is your chat partner. Nazo and I become really good friends and remain friends after all these years. She resides in Bali, Indonesia and she is a professor and makeup artist in Indonesia. If you enjoyed the interview and want to reach out to Nazo and tell her how great she was, her IG is @chill.scorpy

If you want to reach out to me, have any feedback or suggestions; find me:

Twitter and IG: @mygoodplacepod

Email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Also post a picture of your safe space with hashtag #mygoodplaceonearth to be featured on IG.

Hannah is an agronomist, a student at University of Florida who focuses on agro-ecology. She and I met on a soccer field and she later joined our coed team and quickly become a very good friend. She has an amazing view on the afterlife and her good place is serene. This interview might be longer than others but there is so much knowledge, you will need to take it in. She is not just agronomist and soccer player, but she is a yogi as well as an amazing human.

If you have any feedbacks, comment, suggestions please email me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

If you want to stay in touch on social,

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Namaste!

Gerardo Sanchez is Mexico born actor, voice-actor, model and the list goes on but importantly my friend. He has been working on the media for few years. In the interview he mentions that he was raised with catholic and lot of the answers he gives is influenced by those learning. Gerardo brings such a unique outlook on afterlife which I had not heard before, and makes me to proudly say this is why I started this podcast.

If you want to reach out to Gerardo you can find him on instagram @gera_ahaha

If you have any feedbacks, comment, suggestions please email me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

If you want to stay in touch on social,

IG and Twitter: @mygoodplacepod

Namaste!

Founder of minnestarters.com and prides himself calling Master recycler. Arin is originally from Turkey and he has an interesting take on the idea of afterlife. He is very passionate about Mother Earth and recycling. He talks about his passion of recycling and composting further on the podcast itself. Make sure you give it a listen and let me and Arin know what you think.

Find Arin's venture on IG @minnestaters or minnestaters.com

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Mathew and I play soccer together. He is one of those people who likes to act tough but is absolute softy inside. I have had amazing conversations with Mathew, even some which are considered tough conversations about race and stuff like that. I like how he is and how he takes life so I thought it'd be a great idea to have a perspective of Nigeria born American's perspective on his unique good place and thoughts on afterlife. If you like what you heard from Mathew and want to connect, his IG is mathew_realone

Now, if you have any comments, suggestions, feedback find me on twitter and instagram @mygoodplacepod. If you prefer to email, message me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Stay safe and healthy!

My initial plan to release these episodes was to release them every Tuesday. But this episode I had to release the next day to show solidarity for the #blackouttuesday movement.

In this episode, my guest is Parisha Rajbhandari, a dancer and educator. She talks about her perspective on the idea of 'afterlife' and 'her good place' which is truly inspiring. If you like what you hear from her and show her love and support, or maybe even see her dances, learn dances or learn about dances reach out to her on Instagram @pari_rajb

Now, if you have any comments, suggestions, feedback find me on twitter and instagram @mygoodplacepod. If you prefer to email, message me at mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com

Stay safe and healthy!

Bijesh Bajracharya, originally from Kathmandu, Nepal talks about his thoughts on 'afterlife' and his 'unique good place'. He is my roommate who is passionate about photography and computers. Bijesh is software developer by profession. If you want to follow his photography his IG handle is: @b_esquare

For My Good Place, please rate and review the show on apple podcast. You can find me on twitter, instagram and the handle is @mygoodplace.pod on both platform.

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Any feedback is important to me, I promise to deliver better content each episode.

After the show The Good Place ended earlier this year. I started wondering how does my good place look like? And the answer became this podcast. Hope you like the idea and I will be coming with new episodes ASAP.

Please email me your feedback, comments, concerns on the apple review and give 5 starts if you like it. If you want ti email: mygoodplace.pod@gmail.com. 

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Host: Neeraj Gautam