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A Millennial Mind

A Millennial Mind is a podcast about perspective, because when you understand someone’s mind, you understand their world. But we all live with limited data. Our beliefs, experiences, and knowledge are just a few dots. And if you don’t collect enough dots, you can’t connect them and you can’t grow. That’s why this podcast exists: to gather those dots. Each episode, I invite experts, thought leaders, and change makers to challenge how I think, on everything from mental health, hormones, and habits to relationships, identity, and success. We bust myths, reframe narratives, and explore what it really takes to shift your mindset. Because when you change your mind, you change your thoughts.And when you change your thoughts, you change your life. So if you’re ready to think differently, welcome to the reimagined A Millennial Mind. Hit subscribe and let’s start connecting the dots together.
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Episodes

#55 How Inge Theron Built A Global Empire

This week I sit down with Inge Theron who founded the iconic brand FaceGym; the world’s first gym for the face. Inge is incredibly vulnerable throughout this podcast and shares the power of manifestation, how we can learn from failure and the trials and tribulations of founding her own business. This episode inspired me so much and I can't wait to hear what you think! A huge thank you to my sponsor Heights. Don't forget to use MILLENNIAL to make sure you get 15% off! Buy your smart supplement he...

Oct 18, 202248 min

Millennial Minutes 6: Quitting My 9-5!

I have spoken to so many people recently who have told me they want to quit their 9-5! I uploaded a video last month talking about why I quit, what I told my parents etc but I wanted to share all the things I had to consider from a financial perspective because I know that's such a big part of making the decision. I hope this is helpful and see you in my community! Its free for now but will be paid when I add in my workshops and unlock all of the offers so make sure you're in! Link to join my co...

Oct 13, 202216 min

#54 Lauren Murrell On How Beating Cancer Created Her Skin Care Company

This week I sit down with Lauren Murrell who shares how she beat leukaemia despite having a 20% chance of survival. Lauren's story brought me to tears. Her resilience, determination and grit to battle cancer and start her skincare company with her sister was truly inspirational. A huge thank you to my sponsor Heights. Don't forget to use MILLENNIAL to make sure you get 15% off! https://www.yourheights.com/products/the-smart-supplement/?utm_source=partnerships&utm_medium=referral&utm_camp...

Oct 11, 202252 min

#53 How to Be Your Own Therapist with Owen O'Kane

This week I sit down with Owen O'Kane who is a psychotherapist and author of Ten Times Happier and the globally acclaimed and Sunday Times bestselling book, Ten to Zen. We talk about how Owen transformed from a former NHS Mental Health Clinical Lead, how he runs a successful private practice in London and his latest book How to Be Your Own Therapist. This episode was so eye opening for me and Owens theories and practises brought me so much clarity. Buy his latest book, How to Be Your Own Therapi...

Oct 04, 20221 hr 4 min

Millennial Minutes 5: How To Increase Your Confidence!

Confidence is a skill that we can continuously build. It may come naturally to certain aspects of your life but here are some tips on how to increase your confidence today! Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBni3bPrKZOfoB8mYUjrydQ Review the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-millennial-mind/id1517301518 Follow My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Sep 29, 202216 min

#52 Ryan Lanji On Why Our Anatomy Doesn't Dictate Who We Are

Ryan Lanji is a Cultural Producer, Public Personality, and star of BBC Three's new series "Big Proud Party Agency." His beliefs of raising awareness and visibility by creating culture, championing creativity, and causing opportunity have made him a natural leader and an active public figure in the LGBTQIA community. In 2016 Ryan created HUNGAMA (East London’s Queer Bollywood Hip/Hop night) and with it has captured the worlds attention, championing Queer/Creative South Asians. He has also founded...

Sep 27, 202251 min

#51 Tulsi Vagjiani Shares How She Survived A Plane Crash (when she was 10years old)

Tulsi Vagjiani survived a plane crash aged 10 in which she lost her immediate family and sustained 45% (2nd and 3rd degree) burns to her face and body. Now a pilates rehabilitation specialist, life coach and motivational speaker, along with volunteering for charities The Katie Piper Foundation and Changing Faces, Tulsi shares her journey filled with painful, emotional and unimaginable challenges. A really eye opening and emotional episode for me. Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/cha...

Sep 20, 202259 min

#50 Shamsa Araweelo on Surviving Female Genital Cutting

In this episode I sit down with Shamsa who shares her experience suffering FGC when she was just 6 years old. After suffering FGC (Female Genital Cutting) Shamsa came back to Somalia for her gap year where she was married to her cousin against her will and then was subsequently subjected to abuse and domestic violence. Shamsa's story is truly heartbreaking but her mindset and ability to heal and move forward is so admirable. I learnt so much from Shamsa in this episode and hope you all can too. ...

Sep 06, 20221 hr 48 min

Millennial Minutes 3: Stop Posting For *Clout!*

There's always been an emphasis on growing on social media but recently i feel like so many people are losing their sense of purpose and why and focusing too much on the algorithm. In this video i explain my journey, how i grew and why i think its important to focus on you instead of the ever changing algorithm. I hope you all enjoy this video! Let me know your thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Sep 01, 202212 min

#49 Ben Francis on How He Founded A Billion Dollar Company

This Week @Ben Francis the founder and CEO of @Gymshark invited me to their HQ in Solihull to share how he created his billion dollar company. Ben founded Gymshark when he was just 19 and now has over 900 employees and is one of the UK's fastest growing companies. Within this episode we speak about why Gymshark was created, the highs and lows of Ben journeys, how he manages his workforce and how he also manages his relationships in life. I hope you all really enjoy this episode, let me know you ...

Aug 30, 202240 min

Millennial Minutes 2: 5 Steps To Practise Healthy Confrontation

Confrontation is often given a bad name, but I think if you can structure the way you confront a situation, it can be really helpful, healthy and could potentially save your relationship! I speak about the power of confrontation a lot so here is my 5 step method on how you can approach confrontation in a productive way! Let me know if you try this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 25, 202212 min

#48 Arjun Artist Opening Up On Fame, Grief and Love

Arjun is a London-based singer, songwriter and music producer. He has become known for his fusion of contemporary Western and Eastern sounds, combining soulful R&B with elements of South Asian music. This formula has made him a big hit with Asian youth across the globe. As a pioneer in the Hindi/R&B Fusion genre he was signed to India’s biggest record label T-Series. He is currently the most viewed UK Asian artist on YouTube, with over 1.1 billion views. In this podcast we dive deep and ...

Aug 23, 202255 min

Millennial Minutes 1: Why I Left My Corporate Job

As many of you know I recently left my corporate job and I wanted to share this video to explain why! I also share what ill be doing next and how I tackled having this difficult conversation with my parents! This is the start of my solo episodes so I hope you all love it! Let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 18, 202221 min

#47 Shani Dhanda on Why Your Disability Does Not Impact Your Ability

This week I sit down with the ever inspiring Shani Dhanda. Shani is one of the UK's highest-profile and most influential disability activists, working with global companies, broadcasters and the UK government to break barriers and integrate intersectional inclusion and accessibility into their frameworks. She has helped over 200 clients with their inclusion journeys and has spoken at over 250 conferences and companies worldwide, including the United Nations, World Expos, and TEDx and has shared ...

Aug 17, 20221 hr 8 min

#46 Bradley Simmonds On Why We Need To Speak Up About Mental Health

This week @Bradley Simmonds joins me on A Millennial Mind to discuss his journey from being a professional footballer to now being a celebrity PT. We discuss the impact of social media, mens mental health, why we all need to speak more openly about how we feel and the power of manifesting. We have a little surprise at the end! I hope you all love it! Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBni3bPrKZOfoB8mYUjrydQ Review the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-mil...

Aug 09, 202244 min

#45 Junaid Ahmed on Why Make Up Is For Everyone

This week I speak to Junaid Ahmed, who you may recognise from Love Struck High and The Only Way Is Essex! In this episode we discuss how Junaid left home from the age of 18, moved to Essex and started his journey leaving almost everything behind. We discuss his journey with his sexuality, why make up is for everyone, how clothes are gender free and how you should be 100% authentically yourself. A very deep and vulnerable conversation and one that I think will help so many! Subscribe on Youtube: ...

Aug 02, 202246 min

#44 Ian Nene On How To Find Your Life's Purpose

This week I speak to @Ian Nene the most wonderful, inspiring and highly energetic people I've met! We dive deep into the concept of God, Spirituality and how we can find our life's purpose. A conversation you won't want to miss! Let me know your comments below! Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBni3bPrKZOfoB8mYUjrydQ Review the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-millennial-mind/id1517301518 Follow My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau/ Learn...

Jul 26, 202253 min

#43 Are Big Weddings A Waste Of Money with Anisha Vasani

This week I sit down with Anisha Vasani, former editor of Asiana Magazine and now creative director and luxury wedding planner of Anisha Vasani Creates to discuss the debate you’ve been waiting for! Are big weddings a waste of money?! We break down the costs of an Indian wedding in London, how to manage peoples expectations, the pressure and journey couples go through and finally the conversations you should be having before you get engaged. I can’t wait for you all to hear this, let me know you...

Jul 19, 20221 hr 10 min

#42 Shubhika Sharma on Why You Should Never Give Up!

This week I speak to Shubhika Sharma, the founder and creative director of incredible brand, Papa Don't Preach. Having made her first business acquisition during her college days, Shubhika talks me through her journey from taking over a small boutique where she started to explore her passion for fashion to building up Papa Don't Preach. We speak about the difficulties of running a startup, the importance of leadership, the law of attraction and why you should always strive to learn at a young ag...

Jul 12, 202249 min

#41 Stef Williams On Why You Should Focus On Your Goals & Not Your Followers

This week I sit down with the fitness queen @StefanieWilliams and uncover her journey into fitness, why the traditional educational system wasn't for her, her journey in starting her two incredible brands and her struggle with endometriosis/pcos. I loved having this open and raw conversation with Stef and can't wait to hear your feedback! She's also given 10% off SEFI to all of our listeners! Use code: MILLENNIAL10 till the end of July! Sefi website: https://thisissefi.com Subscribe on Youtube: ...

Jul 05, 202252 min

#40 Dr Gemma Newman On How Changing Your Diet Will Change Your Life

In this episode, The Plant Power Doctor Gemma Newman, shares her journey transitioning to a plant based diet, the difference between being plant based and vegan and the relationship between diet and hormones, our health and chronic diseases! Buy Gemma's Book: https://gemmanewman.com/book Visit Her Website: https://gemmanewman.com Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBni3bPrKZOfoB8mYUjrydQ Review the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-millennial-mind/id151730...

Jun 28, 202243 min

#39 Growing Up As A Burns Survivor with Annie Price

This week I sit down with the incredible Annie Price who shares her journey growing up as a burns survivor. Annie is one of the most humble, strong and inspirational women I've met and I can't wait for you all to watch this podcast with her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 21, 20221 hr 2 min

#38 Dr Rupy Aujla on How You Can Heal Your Body With Food

Dr Rupy Aujla is an NHS medical doctor whose life was changed when he suffered a significant heart condition. After doing a deep dive into the literature and learning more about nutritional medicine he was able to reverse his condition using a food and lifestyle approach. Topics: - His journey and interest in food - How to deal with the overload on information around diets and foods - The Nocebo effect - How foods can heal your body - The negative emotions associated to food - The pharmaceutical...

Jun 07, 202234 min

#37 Anchal Seda On Why You Should Ignore What The Aunties Would Say

This week I sit down with the one and only Anchal Seda. Starting as a YouTuber in 2012 posting makeup and beauty content, Anchal started her own podcast and published her book ' What Would The Aunties Say' I could relate to her in so many ways so recording this podcast was just so much fun! Topics: - Inspiration for starting her podcast and writing her book - Growing up with guilt - Making our parents proud and the expectations that come with that - Obedience and Disrespect - Gender roles - Marr...

May 31, 202255 min

#36 Andrew & Simon Salter On How Mushrooms Will Change Your Life

This week I sit down with the founders of DIRTEA. Two brothers, who are on a mission to help people reduce anxiety, boost their sleep and increase their health through the power of functional mushrooms. They help me to understand how mushrooms have the potential to unlock new ways of thinking and healing for our minds and our bodies. Topics: - School and the education system - The power of social media - Burnout & the story behind DIRTEA - The profound benefits of functional mushrooms Links ...

May 24, 20221 hr 6 min

#35 Trishala Lakhani On Why Beauty Pageants Are Empowering

Trishala Lakhani is a dentist, BBC presenter and 2021 Miss Universe Great Britain finalist. Beauty pageants have been a contested part of our culture so in this episode I break down the stereotypes of pageanting and we discuss how beauty pageants promote empowerment and create several opportunities for women. A very interesting and topical debate, I hope you all enjoy this episode! Topics: - Why did you apply for Miss Universe GB - Are the beauty standards set on the contestants fair - Are the p...

May 17, 202234 min

#34 Shannon Singh: My Body Is My Choice

Shannon Singh is a Scottish reality TV personality. She appeared on the 2021 series of Love Island, but was eliminated just one day into the series. Shannon has previously been a glamour model and talks openly to break the stigma around Only Fans. An episode that challenges you to think from a different perspective and one that I really enjoyed filming. Topics: - Her experience with Love Island - Her childhood experiences - Glamour Modelling and the industry - The stigma around Only Fans Learn m...

May 10, 202253 min

#33 Harpreet Kaur on How To Achieve Anything You Want!

Harpreet Kaur, entrepreneur, founder of Oh So Yum and the first British Asian to win the apprentice! In this episode, Harpreet shares her experience of starting her business, going through the apprentice and what she’s learned so far. An incredibly strong and inspirational woman, I hope you all love this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 04, 202238 min

#32 Moe Vela On The Power of Authenticity

This week on A Millennial Mind I sit down with the multi talented moe vela. Moe was the first Hispanic man to serve two executive roles in the White House as senior adviser to President Joe Biden. He has recently produced and starred in a show called Unicorn Hunters, a show that is hunting the next billion dollar company and a platform that is revolutionising the investment ecosystem. It is a huge honour for me to have this conversation with moe. He has such a positive and infectious energy and ...

Apr 26, 202251 min

#31 Steven Bartlett On Why You Should Always Ask

Steven Bartlett, the host of the No.1 podcast in the UK, Author, Investor and BBC Dragon. It was an honour to sit down and record this podcast with him in LA, and he was kind enough to let me use his set, equipment and team to record this episode. This was an impromptu podcast and so I wanted to keep this in its raw format and not edit any parts out. One of my favourite and most insightful conversations, I really hope you all enjoy watching this as much as I did filming it. Learn more about your...

Apr 19, 202234 min
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