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Baskets Of Knowledge
Hosted by Prajesh Chhanabhai; Tane Whitehead · EN
Real people. Real stories. Real growth. Baskets of Knowledge is a weekly interview podcast with Prajesh Chhanabhai & Tane Whitehead, exploring storytelling, leadership, mindset, resilience and self-improvement with students, entrepreneurs, leaders and everyday humans. If you love The Diary of a CEO, The Mel Robbins Podcast, On Purpose, Joe Rogan or Trevor Noah, this is your space for honest chats, relatable wisdom and real-life lessons. Follow so you never miss an episode.
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From Gaza to Medical School: Baraa Harbid on Identity, Self-Doubt & Transformation | Episode 199
3d ago00:48:43Tap to summarizeIn Episode 199 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Baraa Harbid for one of the most honest and perspective-shifting conversations we’ve had on the podcast.Baraa shares his journey from arriving in New Zealand from Gaza as a young child struggling with language, confidence and belonging… to becoming a 5th year medical student at the University of Auckland.But this episode goes far deeper than academics.This conversation explores:transformation and reinventionfear and self-doubtmigration and identitypressure and purposesocial media criticismgratitude and resiliencecultural belonginggrowth mindset and personal developmentIf you’ve ever felt behind, doubted yourself, or questioned whether change is possible… this episode is for you.Some conversations entertain you.This one challenges you to think differently about your own life.#BasketsOfKnowledge #Podcast #Transformation #Mindset #Growth #SelfDevelopment #MentalHealth
Transcribe →Identity, Mental Health & Leadership: What Rugby Taught Me About Life | Adrian Silvester | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 198
2w ago01:03:22Tap to summarizeWhat if the life you’re living… isn’t actually yours?In Episode 198 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Adrian Silvester, rugby coach, global traveller, and mentor, to explore identity, mental health, leadership, and the power of perspective.From coaching in Brazil’s favelas to working with young athletes across cultures, Adrian shares real stories about:The reality of mental health in high-performance environmentsWhy leadership is about people, not resultsHow perspective shifts when you step outside your worldThis conversation goes beyond sport. It’s about life, growth, and understanding yourself in a world that’s constantly shaping you.If you’re interested in mindset, personal development, leadership, or mental health, this episode is for you.Listen now and discover what you might be missing.#BasketsOfKnowledge #Mindset #MentalHealth #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #Identity
Transcribe →Do It Doubting: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Loss & Building Resilience | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 197
3w ago00:48:43Tap to summarizeWhat if confidence isn’t required to start?What if the real courage is moving forward while doubt is still present?In Episode 196 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Amelia Robinson, a business owner, mother of three, and leader who shares her honest journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood, grief, and resilience.This conversation goes beyond business.It explores the emotional realities behind success, The moments of uncertainty, the weight of responsibility, and the courage required to keep showing up when life becomes overwhelming.Amelia speaks openly about imposter syndrome, navigating personal loss, balancing family and business, and the importance of talking about experiences many people struggle to share.One message stood out above everything else:You don’t need confidence to begin.You just need courage to take the next step.This episode is for anyone who is:Building a businessLeading a teamManaging family and workFacing self-doubtNavigating loss or changeTrying to keep goingListen to this episode if you want to learn:How to move forward when confidence is lowWhy self-doubt is often a sign of growthHow resilience is built through adversityHow to lead yourself during difficult momentsHow to keep going when life feels heavyConnect with Amelia RobinsonWebsite: www.littlerainbow.co.nzFacebook: @littlerainbownzInstagram: @the.little.rainbow.company
Transcribe →How Storytelling Beats Data in the Age of AI | Baskets of Knowledge Podcast Ep. 196
Apr 2000:49:16Tap to summarizeIn a world obsessed with data, automation, and artificial intelligence, one truth still stands:People don’t act on data.They act on stories.In Episode 196 of the Baskets of Knowledge podcast, we sit down with Sumali Wickramarachchi, a human-centered data storyteller who shares a deeply personal journey, from a shy child who struggled to belong, to a confident voice helping organisations make better decisions in the age of AI.This conversation is not just about technology.It’s about identity.Belonging.Confidence.And the courage to invest in yourself.You’ll hear real stories about:Feeling like you don’t belongNavigating life as an immigrantOvercoming self-doubt and limiting beliefsThe future of AI and human skillsWhy storytelling is the most underrated leadership skillHow investing in yourself changes everythingThis episode is for leaders, professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating change in a fast-moving world.Because the future doesn’t belong to the smartest people.It belongs to the most human ones.What You'll LearnWhy storytelling is more powerful than dataHow to stay relevant in the age of AIThe importance of belonging and communityWhy execution builds confidenceHow investing in yourself transforms your lifeThe mindset shift that changed everything🎧 Listen now on SpotifyBaskets of Knowledge – Episode 196
Transcribe →How Self-Belief Changes Your Life | Reinvention, Resilience & Finding Your Purpose with Maryum Sharif | Episode 195
Apr 1301:01:16Tap to summarizeWhat happens when life forces you to start again?In Episode 195 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Maryum Sharif, host of the Styles Mogul Podcast, to explore a journey defined by courage, reinvention, and unwavering self-belief.From working with disadvantaged youth…to serving in the prison system…to stepping into the world of fashion and media…Maryum’s story is a powerful reminder that life isn’t about staying in one lane—it’s about evolving, growing, and choosing resilience when challenges arise.In this deeply honest conversation, we explore:• How self-belief shapes your future• Why setbacks are often turning points• The mindset needed to rebuild after loss or divorce• How to navigate career changes with confidence• The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people• Why personal growth is a lifelong journeyOne message stands out:Challenges don’t define you.How you respond to them does.If you’ve ever questioned your direction, faced adversity, or wondered whether it’s too late to start again, this episode is for you.
Transcribe →How One Mentor Can Change a Young Person’s Life | Intergenerational Leadership with Wee-Yeong Eyou | Episode 194
Apr 101:01:53Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a young person loses their identity, and one adult steps in and changes their future?In Episode 194 of the Baskets of Knowledge podcast, we sit down with Wee-Yeong Eyou, a passionate mentor, father, and advocate for young people, to explore the power of mentorship, purpose, and intergenerational leadership.At just 15 years old, Wee-Yeong moved countries, lost his sense of belonging, and struggled to find his place.But a few caring adults, teachers, coaches, mentors, changed the trajectory of his life.Today, he has dedicated his life to helping young people succeed.This conversation dives deep into:The importance of mentors in shaping young livesWhy young people need guidance, not controlHow insecurities can become strengthsThe power of purpose and identityWhat intergenerational leadership really meansHow adults and young people can work together to build the futureIf you are:A parentA leaderA coachA teacherA mentorOr someone who wants to make a differenceThis episode is for you.Because sometimes, one conversation can change a life.
Transcribe →From Bullying to Advocacy: How a 17-Year-Old Is Changing Youth Mental Health
Mar 2300:42:50Tap to summarizeWhat happens when your biggest setback becomes your greatest purpose?We sit down with Savera Sidhu, a 17-year-old university student, black belt in karate, and youth mental health advocate who is already making a powerful impact in her community.After experiencing bullying, navigating family challenges, and facing a career-changing injury, Savera made a decision that changed everything, to turn her struggles into support for others.Today, she delivers wellbeing workshops to primary school students, advocates for mental health support in schools, and is leading conversations about resilience, confidence, and purpose at an age when most people are still figuring out who they are.This episode is about more than success.It’s about growth.It’s about courage.And it’s about discovering your purpose through adversity.In this episode, you’ll learn:How setbacks can redirect your life toward purposeWhy confidence doesn’t have to be loudThe real impact of bullying on young peopleHow young leaders are changing the future of mental healthWhy resilience is a skill anyone can build
Transcribe →How Values Shape Identity: Youth Leadership, Focus & Perspective | Ari Taylor | Episode 192
Mar 900:56:34Tap to summarizeWhat happens when values move from something you're taught… to something you actually live?In Episode 192 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Ari Taylor, a young leader whose experiences in service, global communities, and youth leadership have shaped a powerful perspective on identity, focus, and human connection.This conversation explores how real-world experiences transform values into lived beliefs, how perspective changes when you step outside your environment, and why the ability to focus deeply may become one of the most important skills in the future.Through stories, reflections, and honest insight, Ari shares what it means to grow through discomfort, embrace opportunity before you feel ready, and understand people beyond surface differences.This episode explores:• How identity is shaped through experience• Why service changes perspective• The psychology of fear and growth• The importance of focus in a distracted world• Youth leadership and the future of impactIf you're interested in mindset, leadership, personal development, human behaviour, and youth leadership, this conversation will give you ideas that stay with you long after the episode ends.🎧 Follow the podcast for weekly conversations exploring mindset, learning, leadership and human potential.
Transcribe →Money Mindset, Self-Worth & Courage: How to Take Control of Your Finances | Stacey Adams
Mar 200:53:42Tap to summarizeWhy do smart, capable people still feel stuck with money?In this powerful episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Prajesh sits down with money mindset coach Stacey Adams to explore the emotional side of financial wellbeing and why confidence is built through courage, not certainty.Stacey shares her personal journey through grief, identity transformation, and helping people rebuild their relationship with money from the inside out. This conversation reveals how self-worth, belief systems, and emotional patterns shape financial behaviour more than income ever will.In this episode you’ll discover:• Why money is emotional, not logical• The hidden beliefs driving financial stress• How small courageous actions build real confidence• Why people overspend or underspend• A simple habit that can transform your financial futureIf you want clarity, control, and a healthier relationship with money this conversation is for you.🔗 Connect with Stacey: https://www.staceyadams.co.nz/#MoneyMindset #PersonalGrowth #FinancialWellbeing #SelfWorth #Confidence #Courage #MindsetShift #Podcast
Transcribe →From Arranged Marriage to Self-Honouring: Dr Mini on Healing, Yoga Science & Nervous System Regulation
Feb 1600:53:11Tap to summarizeWhat happens when you’ve lived a life that looks right on paper… but feels misaligned in your body?In this powerful episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Dr Manmeet Rattu (Dr Mini) shares her journey from growing up in a deeply loving cultural family, entering an arranged marriage, and navigating its breakdown, to rediscovering herself through strength training, a bikini bodybuilding competition, and ultimately the science of yoga.This conversation explores:• Identity and cultural expectations• Listening to your body vs overriding your intuition• Trauma, survival mode, and nervous system dysregulation• The psychology of self-honouring• The neuroscience and science-backed benefits of yoga• How strength training and embodiment rebuild self-trustDr Mini bridges lived experience with evidence-based insight, explaining how yoga is not just a practice, but a science of nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and emotional resilience.If you’re interested in mindset transformation, identity work, personal growth, trauma recovery, or the science of yoga, this episode will stay with you.🎙️ Listen now on Spotify.🔔 Follow Baskets of Knowledge for more conversations on mindset, identity, and human transformation.
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