The Afflatus

Siddhant Mishra is an investment banker-turned-financial journalist. Based in India's financial capital, Siddhant has worked in the country's leading business dailies, and believes communication is the most significant aspect of education. He holds a keen interest in both the stock market and the football transfer market, besides aviation, sports, and politics.Crime thrillers and detective fiction are his stress busters, and a game of billiards is his energy booster. Siddhant sees journalism as a field that should inspire and excite, rather than provoke and instill fear. ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodSiddhant Mishra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siddmishra7------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Dr. Jingning Ao is working on her second Ph.D. in Strategy at the University of Pittsburgh. One of Jingning's life dreams is to visit outer space someday—perhaps through her research on strategic communication in space tourism and industrialization—while also making this dream come true for more space enthusiasts! Jingning also holds 3 certificates from Harvard Business School Online.Still a 100% dog person, Jingning loves her recently adopted cat, Kip. Jingning lives in Pittsburgh, PA and is ready for new adventures when she secures a tenure-track assistant professor position at a research university.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodJingning Ao: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aojingning------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Douglas Parker currently serves as an M&A manager at a startup e-commerce conglomerate, The Razor Group. In his role, he is in charge of sourcing and acquiring e-commerce businesses.Previously, Douglas served as a VP of Sales at TriNet where he consulted boutique financial services firms on how to streamline HR operations. His prior experience includes working as an Assistant VP of Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch where he advised affluent clients on wealth management and banking strategies.Prior to that, Douglas worked as a financial advisor at Edward Jones. Douglas, who is based in New York City, has a passion for education and is a huge sports fan. So sit back, relax and enjoy the exciting journey of Douglas Parker. ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodDouglas Parker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parkerdouglas------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

André Chaves is currently the Chief Growth Officer at Futurum Capital. André is also a startup advisor and founding partner of LEME/GROWTH, a strategic consulting firm focused on developing and accelerating new businesses in the technology, media, and communication sectors.André is a columnist for Meio&Mensagem & in 2017 co-authored a book titled “Re-Start me up”, which encourages individuals to become the protagonist of their own stories. In addition, Andre is also the Host & Co-Founder of the podcast “Future Hacker” which was launched in 2020 and is currently present in 85 countries. ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodAndré Chaves: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrechaves------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Will Fernandez is a Global Client Partner with Wunderman Thompson, where he oversees the strategic growth of some of the agency's most ambitious clients. Prior to Wunderman Thompson, Will joined the WPP Fellowship Program, working across the world's largest marketing services company to help provide end-to-end creative transformation. Will started his career working in government, with stints in the United States Peace Corps mission in Costa Rica and in the Obama Administration's National Economic Council. When Will isn't collaborating with clients, he is either traveling to new cities, trying out new recipes, or watching NBA basketball.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodWill Fernandez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whfernandez------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Liz Hartman is the Founder of Swiatlo, a slow fashion brand crafted from Indian artisan textiles & repurposed materials. Liz earned her BFA in Fashion at Parsons in New York and worked as a pattern-maker, sample sewer, and technical designer at a variety of established brands including Kenneth Cole and Ralph Lauren's Club Monaco. Liz traveled to Ahmedabad in 2016 seeking deeper meaning in clothes-making and fell in love with the acts of devotion and respect for ecology intrinsic to the making of Indian craft textiles. After starting Swiatlo, Liz settled in India to work closely with the amazing tailors, printers, and NGOs who breathe life into her work.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodLiz Hartman: https://www.instagram.com/liz_wanders------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Ingrid Toppelberg is the Chief Product Officer at Cybint Solutions, a global cybersecurity education company based in Tel Aviv. Originally from Argentina, Ingrid began her career in Private Equity and then moved to management consulting at McKinsey where she worked across a wide range of industries, including retail, banking, and telecommunications.Ingrid did her MBA at MIT Sloan and is also the Head Coach at MIT Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp, where she contributes to the development of a global network of entrepreneurs. ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodIngrid Toppelberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridtoppelberg/------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Sairam Gowrisetty is a Replenishment Analyst at a Fortune 500 corporation. Originally from Hyderabad, India, Sairam moved to Canada to pursue his Master in Industrial Engineering & Supply Chain Management.His journey from an International student to an established professional is an inspiring and guiding light for all international students and job-seekers. Sairam is a Career-coach as well and is willing to mentor ambitious individuals who qualify for his time. ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodSairam Gowrisetty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sairam-gowrisetty-ba591136------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Soumita Banerjee is a Digital Marketing Executive based in Toronto, Canada.With over 9 years of Digital Advertising experience specializing in Performance Marketing, Soumita has worked with clients across various industries such as Consumer Packaged Goods, Quick Service Restaurants, Non-Profit, Automotive & Entertainment. Soumita is extremely passionate about what she does and in her current role, she leads all Performance Marketing for Nestle Canada, In her spare time, she is a big Netflix binger and an even bigger foodie! ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodSoumita Banerjee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soumitabanerjee------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Sonia Case is a voice actor turned producer and a content creator based in New York City. Born in Mexico City to a very Mexican mother and an extremely Midwestern father, Sonia was raised on copious amounts of cheese, and love for the Cleveland Browns. As the Director of Content Development and Production at MEDIA X WOMEN, Sonia serves as the lead producer and co-host for How She Made It™, a career journey podcast that amplifies the accomplishments of women across the media industries. She is passionate about creating content that celebrates our crazy human experience on a global stage. ---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodSonia Case: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-case------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Radhika Bajoria is a LinkedIn Influencer and a Content Creator based in Mumbai, India. Having charted her journey through NM College and an internship at The Times of India, Radhika was recently recognized as one of LinkedIn's Top Voices in 2021. Radhika considers herself a storyteller with a passion for writing and loves researching business trends.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodRadhika Bajoria: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhika-bajoria-3102ba158------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok RathodGraphic Designer: Devanshi D'Souza

Kartikeya covers consumer tech investments at Blume. His areas of focus include fintech, proptech, retail tech, and marketplaces. Prior to Blume, he worked with Bridge International Academies, a leading ed-tech startup in Africa.Kartikeya started his career in private equity and venture capital at the International Finance Corporation (IFC) based in their Washington, DC and Mumbai offices. He has MBA from INSEAD.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodKartikeya Shekhar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kartikeya-shekhar-9308a254/------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok Rathod

Serena Walia is an Indian film and stage actor. As a theatre artist, she has worked on experimental productions and toured all over the country with them. She made her feature film debut in 2019, playing the protagonist in Kumar Rituraj's sci-fi drama Khudbudi.Her short film, The Song We Sang, has traveled to prestigious film festivals including the International Film Festival of South Asia, won the best Indian narrative short at Kashish Film Festival, and the audience choice award at Dharamshala International Film Festival.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodSerena Walia: https://www.instagram.com/serenawalia------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok Rathod

Afia Modak is a professional dancer, choreographer & senior instructor at Split Sole Dance Academy (@splitsoledanceacademy). Afia also recently assumed the role of Managing Director in the company.Having begun her dance career in 2010, Afia has performed in several stage shows, choreographed multiple dance routines and taught over 10,000 students.Afia has also worked under reputed choreographers and directors in Bollywood, danced in several ad films and music videos while also assisting for choreography in Indian Dance Reality shows.---------------------------------------------Check out our other podcasts!---------------------------------------------Master Dating: http://bit.ly/MasterDatingPodcastThe Afflatus en Español: http://bit.ly/AfflatusEspanolLove Without Borders: https://bit.ly/LWBPodcastMillennial Things: http://bit.ly/MillennialThings------------------------------------The Afflatus on Social Media------------------------------------Twitter: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusTwitterFacebook: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusFBInstagram: http://bit.ly/TheAfflatusInsta------------------------------------Connect with Host & Guest------------------------------------Aalok Rathod: https://www.instagram.com/al_rathodAfia Modak: https://www.instagram.com/afia.ssda------------------------------------Crew------------------------------------Editor: Kartik GuptaProducer: Aalok Rathod

An entrepreneur for more than 15 years, Belinda is a creative at heart who enjoys matching strategy to design, coupled with the joy of seeing an execution come true. She is now the Founder of ARTO, an ArtTech start-up whose mission is to inspire the world with art, making art accessible emotionally and physically regardless of the individual. Belinda is also Founder-Director of strategic communications consultancy, thinkBIG Communications, helping Clients in Asia bridge the gap between businesses and consumers for the past 12 years. Her personal motto is “Passion Without Purpose is But a Passing Dream”, and believes the way to instilling meaning into our lives is to lift the lives of those we meet along the way. Belinda is also a hobbyist lyricist, with some of her works published in TV and Movies. In this episode, Belinda talks about her entrepreneurial values, her desire to make an impact, and her communication framework for both internal and external stakeholders. Follow Belinda Ang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaang Follow The Afflatus: https://www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast https://www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Paulina Mir is the Founder and CEO of Daily Protein Shake. Over the years, Paulina has developed a taste for healthy food and guilt-free desserts. After concluding her career as a Pastry Chef, Paulina has focused on achieving the perfect balance between delicious and nutritious. A fitness maven herself, Paulina decided to create a vegetable protein with a delicious taste but above all with ingredients of the best quality where the main objectives are to reduce measures, control appetite, nourish the skin, and in turn obtain most of the essential nutrients in one single shot. In this episode, Paulina talks about her process of developing the protein shake, building her fitness brand, and her desire to start a restaurant. Follow Paulina Mir: https://www.paulinamir.com https://www.instagram.com/pauofficialnyc Follow The Afflatus: https://www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast https://www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Always wanting to become an entrepreneur, Cristian saw an opportunity when presented with an alternative to funding a startup, entrepreneurship through acquisition. Today, Cristian is Verbena Capital's Managing Director and leads the fund's efforts to find, acquire and operate an already established business. Prior to Verbena Capital, he spent 13 years in the chemicals and O&G industries where he learned how to lead multi-disciplined and multi-cultural teams. Most of that learning came from managing projects in different countries. He has also been invited to speak at international Think Tanks. Cristian holds an MBA from the University of Bradford and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico. In this episode, Cristian talks about making a shift from engineering to entrepreneurship, developing new skills during quarantine, and the legacy of doing impactful work. Follow Cristian Gonzalez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cygonzalez/ https://verbenacapital.com/ Follow The Afflatus: https://www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast https://www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Jonesy is a comedian and actor with television credits including Gotham, Drunk History, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and The Letterman Show. Jonesy is also the host and producer of the Weird AF News podcast, the only daily weird news podcast hosted by a comedian. The show recently surpassed 700 episodes and 1 million downloads. Follow The Afflatus: https://www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast https://www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Jonesy: https://www.instagram.com/funnyjones/ https://jonesy.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Mitch Bradford is a songwriter and filmmaker born in Brownsville, TX on the Texas-Mexico border. He's a graduate of the prestigious Program of Liberal Studies (a "Great Books" program) at the University of Notre Dame. Mitch is a member of the Writers Guild of America. He's worked on projects with filmmakers such as Francis Ford Coppola, Jill Godmilow, and Tom Nunan. He's a former Googler. He loves to meditate and workout. He lives in Los Angeles. In this episode, we talk about exploring creative instincts, the academic culture at top business schools, and the theory of innovation from Elon Musk's ex-wife. Follow The Afflatus: https://www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast https://www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Mitch: www.mitchbradford.com https://www.instagram.com/mitchbradford___ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Joshua Wiley is an army officer, educator, engineer, and outdoors enthusiast. Having attended the U.S. Military Academy at West Point from 2006-2010 as a cadet who was first nominated by Barack Obama, he has since leveraged time in company command, on deployments/rotations to Afghanistan, Romania, and South Korea, and in learning and research at Stanford to hone practical applications of leadership and scholarship to return to West Point. There, he is educating and inspiring the current generation of cadets as an instructor in Environmental Science and Engineering. Joshua has a passion for teaching and for environmental stewardship and relishes bringing to life issues of food and water scarcity, climate change, and water treatment technologies in vibrant classroom discussions. He is also part of the coaching team for the National Championship-winning Marathon and Orienteering Teams at West Point. As 2020 changed the way many of us meet, collaborate, and learn, Joshua has applied all of his experiences from Harvard CORe to running a dozen marathons and ultramarathons to design remote learning debates and train teams in a socially distant but socially engaged manner. Follow The Afflatus: https://www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast https://www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Joshua: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-wiley-97914517/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Ramya Ravi is a 25 years young, dynamic second-generation entrepreneur. She is the director of the legendary brand Nandhana Group best known for its multi-cuisine restaurant catering to Andhra style delicacies at the heart of the city Bengaluru. Ramya completed her graduation from Christ University, Bengaluru, and also obtained a course in family business management from Havard University in the US. Ramya has been introducing modern knowledge and technical assistance to the management making a remarkable difference in the functioning of the 15 chain restaurants. She is also actively involved in enhancing customer experiences with a keen focus on developing strategies, improving operational efficiency, building, and managing productive teams. Follow The Afflatus: www.Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast www.Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Ramya: www.facebook.com/ramya.ravi.102977 www.nandhanarestaurants.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Pavlina is a vibrant and compelling multi-media, social-media influencer, personality force, and author of 20 Things Every Motivated 20-Something Should Know. She empowers Millennials and Generation Zs by providing a general consensus of their view on subjects. Pavlina has strong roots in speaking to Pop Culture and its plethora of newsmakers, having already interviewed over six hundred celebrities, including Katie Couric, Shaquille O'Neal, and Steve Forbes. Pavlina consistently appears on various TV, radio, podcast segments, and speaking engagement platforms, such as Newsmax, NRB, and her most recent podcast creation, “If God had a Podcast,” focused on “Improving You for a Better Us.” Follow The Afflatus: Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Pavlina: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pavlina_Osta https://www.instagram.com/pavlinaosta --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Aakanksha Manchanda is an engineer turned performer. Originally from Delhi now settled in Mumbai, Aakanksha has performed on stage, done short movies, and was the lead of a traveling musical. In her most recent endeavors, she led the on-stage character of a suppressed gay lover in a play called "Stop Kiss" and is currently teaching Bollywood dance across the border in Europe and Canada. In this episode, Aakanksha talks about making a shift from engineering to creative arts, internalizing the process of character development, and rethinking artistic expression during a global pandemic. Follow The Afflatus: Facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast Facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Aakanksha: https://www.instagram.com/aakanksha_m7/ https://www.facebook.com/akanksha.manchanda.7 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Sal is a photographer and a videographer based in New York City. He has worked for many Fortune 500 companies and networks like Marriott, Sony, Citroen, Unilever, Nike, Food Network, Glamour, GQ, NY Giants, Bravo, Warner Sound, and artists such as Madonna, Ed Sheeran, Blake Shelton, Jon Bon Jovi, and many others. Sal is a pioneer of the original content for the web, his work can be quantified with more than 100 million views on YouTube spreading from music to sports and art. Since 2016 Sal is a Sony Alpha ambassador and one of the founding members of the Alpha Collective. In this episode, Sal talks about being a Sony Alpha ambassador, the value of education in the context of creative arts, and reviving dormant projects during the quarantine. Follow The Afflatus: The Afflatus Uncia Productions www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Sal: http://www.saldalia.com https://instagram.com/timbuz --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Dinesh is the founder of Emporiom Digital, an integrated services firm helping brands build compelling stories using a mix of Design, Digital & Technology. Dinesh is one of us - a storyteller at heart and a marketer by the mind. His life transformed at the age of 19 as he stumbled upon the idea of entrepreneurship and realized his passion for building brands. Over the past decade, he's worked with over 150 companies, including global leaders and innovative startups, in helping them create some powerful stories. His vision is to create some of the finest boutique agencies in the world and unfold stories that resonate with people. In this episode, Dinesh talks about being a self-taught entrepreneur, expanding his business overseas, and his admiration for the leadership qualities of MS Dhoni. Follow The Afflatus: The Afflatus Uncia Productions www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Dinesh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dineshjuneja/ https://emporiomdigital.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Dr. Quinton Morris is a Seattle-based concert violinist, educator, entrepreneur, and filmmaker. He has presented concerts and lectures around the world and is the founder and executive director of the Key to Change, a string studio whose mission is to provide world-class music instruction to underserved middle and high school youth. He is also a tenured professor at Seattle University and the co-chair of the Seattle Arts Commission. In this episode, Quinton talks about representation, his role as an educator, and grooming young talent during a crisis. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: The Afflatus Uncia Productions www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Quinton: www.keytochangestudio.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/quinton-morris-8b8a21a/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Fatima Al Qubaisi is the first Emirati woman to graduate from Harvard Law School. Al Qubaisi spent one year in the United States, earning a Master's Degree at the Ivy League school. Fatima was interested in law ever since she joined the Model United Nations when she was 12 years old. She enjoyed being able to conduct research on whichever country she was representing and defend the beliefs and core values of that country (well politically), even if she did not agree with them. Prior to joining Harvard, Al Qubaisi received her undergraduate degree in law and political science at the Paris-Sorbonne University in Abu Dhabi. Fatima is currently working on an NGO to help defend women's rights in the UAE. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: The Afflatus Uncia Productions www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Fatima: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatima-alqubaisi-073a55a7/?originalSubdomain=ae --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Silvio Santos is a passionate leader IT services executive, currently working as Director of Support Services for EMEA at OpenText an information management company. He was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and has recently moved to Ireland in early 2019. At a glance, his background includes an MBA in strategic services management with an Innovation module held in Silicon Valley.  Leadership, analytics, process improvement management, culture change, and gender equity are some topics of interest. In this episode, Silvio talks about overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of moving to a new country, and the importance of supporting women in the workplace. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Silvio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silvio-alexandre-dos-santos-08bb40/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Hanna is a New York-based comedian most known for her appearance in a Korean weight-loss supplement commercial as the role of “before.” She graduated from University of Southern California. Hanna is the creator of Get Money - A Snapchat Original Series. She also recently wrote on season 3 of truTV's Comedy Knockout. Hanna performs regularly in clubs and bars around New York City. In this episode, Hannah talks about building a career in show business, her Bollywood aspirations, and trying new things during a global pandemic. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/theafflatuspodcast www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Hanna: http://www.hannadickinson.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

In this bonus episode of The Afflatus, Snower Sania Vasudev interviews the host Aalok Rathod. They both discuss making a transition in their respective careers, overcoming cultural barriers, and the power of storytelling. In this hour-long, role -reversal conversation, Snower highlights a unique perspective on Aalok's journey from India to the US that has been rarely discovered. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Andrea Grujic is a versatile creative who has explored skillsets in many different areas — writing, photography, videography, design, marketing, mixology but most importantly, her focus always remained on storytelling. This native Serbian is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Media Management at The New School in New York City. During her undergraduate studies, she had to pick up a so-called “survival job” as a bartender which quickly pivoted into an unexpected career move. Some of the most humbling and rewarding mentions of her work can be seen in features on major food & beverage platforms such as Time Out, New York Magazine, Liquor.com, and Edible Queens. Post-graduation, she plotted her roots at “The Highwater,” a tropical-inspired bar in Astoria, and experienced endless creative freedom. As a media manager and beverage director she worked closely with the owner on the marketing end of things to establish a brand and make his vision into a reality; from managing social media accounts and generating content, to web design and cocktail creation. In this episode, Andrea talks about growing up in Serbia, developing a skills-based approach to education, and finding happiness in being at peace with oneself. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Andrea: https://www.andreagrujic.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

An actor, a professional fashion stylist, and a certified and practicing Arahatic Pranic Healer, Snower Sania Vasudev is a humanist from Kashmir. Her work in her first film Stones and Wounds (2018) won her the Best Actress award internationally. The film addresses issues of the people of Kashmir stuck between extremist ideologies. Snower, as an actor has won many other accolades at the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Awards, Portirico Awards, the DLF International Film Festival among others. In this episode, Snower talks about her life as a Kashmiri refugee, her obsession with reading books and drawing from life experiences to build a character. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Snower: https://www.instagram.com/snowwww_0000/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Jeremy Pesner is currently a Ph.D. student in Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University, where he conducts policy research related to the Internet, Information & Communications Technologies, telecommunications, technology innovation, and technology forecasting. Prior to this, he worked in various development and analysis roles at Start-Up Nation Central in Israel, Baltimore City government, the US General Services Administration and several startups. Jeremy is proud to have participated in a number of fellowships, including the Baltimore Corps Fellowship, the Israel Government Fellowship, and the Nexus Global Leadership Fellowship. He is a seasoned futurist and has written and presented on the topic of futurism at TEDx, Medium and the World Future Society. He has a BS in Computer Science from Dickinson College and an MA in Communication, Culture & Technology from Georgetown University. In this episode, Jeremy talks about his vision for the future, the need for stronger policies in technology and an experience that transformed his life. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremypesner/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Robert Wales is the International Business Manager for the American Heart Association (AHA) since 2010. In his role at the AHA, he leads a team that manages the quality of training and development of the AHA's international training programs. Prior to working for the AHA, Robert was the Training Officer and a Critical Care Paramedic for Pickens County EMS in South Carolina and was an adjunct faculty at Upstate EMS Council. Robert has served on the Board of Directors for the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education since 2013, helping to advance quality continuing education for prehospital providers and promote the EMS profession. Robert has a B.S. in Business Administration and is pursuing a Master's in Finance at the Harvard Extension School. In this episode, Robert talks about Imposter syndrome, balancing work and family time and the importance of a medical professional. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertswales/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Vivek Sharma is an expert in luxury foods with an experience of over 30 years from around the world and primarily the Middle East. He founded Laumière Gourmet Fruits, a luxury e-commerce fruit brand in California to offer innovative fruit-based products that reflect upscale gift offerings in July 2018. Laumière expresses people, the relationships they share with their loved ones and the food that brings them all together. In a world filled with heavily synthesized food, the company stands out by inventing recipes made from the highest quality dried fruits and rare nuts to create all-natural products with no preservatives, no refined sugar, no soy & no gluten. They are retailing across the USA and Canada with B2B and B2C offerings. In this episode, Vivek talks about building a food business, the global shift towards innovation in packaging and capitalizing on his extensive work experience. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Vivek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivek-sharma-514b2518b/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Svatee is a writer based in Mumbai, India. Svatee has been writing stories since 2014 and her work has been featured on blogs such as Indus Woman Writing and Your Story Club. Svatee combines multiple themes such as love, discovery, folklore, legend, mystery, and philosophy to build unique narratives. Apart from writing stories, Svatee has been working with an IT company called Atos IT Solutions for the past 9 years as an Incident and Problem Manager. Before moving to the corporate world, Svatee worked as a part-time lecturer for 2 and a half years with Delhi University. In this episode, Svatee talks about her writing process, the importance of reading, and a unique take on what brings her happiness. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Svatee: https://www.facebook.com/svatee.bedi --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

David Lieberman is an Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Media Management at The New School. David Lieberman joined The New School in 2017 following a career in journalism where he became one of the nation's leading chroniclers of the transformation of the media business. He helped to navigate Deadline.com through its start-up period as its Executive Editor, where he reported on media finance, public policy, and technology. For 17 years prior to that, he led USA Today's coverage of the media business. In this episode, David talks about his experience as a journalist, transitioning into teaching and how bad news can be good news. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow David: https://www.newschool.edu/media-studies/faculty/david-lieberman/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Sarah Shelden is an entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Positive Vibes Through Music, a startup that is working to create emotion-based music streaming app to assist with stress and anxiety. She was born and raised in Georgia. After studying neuroscience, and wanting to become a doctor for most of her life, Sarah decided to take time off from school and rethink if this is something she truly wanted to do. By taking a step back, she learned she did not want to pursue medicine, however, she still wanted to help people. She then started focusing on how she could build a business around helping people with music. She started to pursue business, software engineering, and data science. This January, her startup will enter an accelerator in the California Bay Area. In this episode, Sarah talks about the loneliness of entrepreneurship, overcoming anxiety and the nature of behind the scenes leader. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sshelden10/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Hector Gutierrez is a writer and the Editor-in-Chief of Mud Magazine, a digital magazine that seeks to create spaces of self-expression for young people everywhere. He was born and raised in Veracruz, Mexico, but has lived in South Carolina, Connecticut, and now in New York. After not being able to apply to internships as an international student in college, Hector went on to create his own experience in the form of a magazine. A passionate storyteller, Hector hopes to share more stories of the people who remain on the margins by shining a light on their experiences. He currently attends The New School where he's getting his MFA in Creative Writing with a concentration on Fiction and Writing for Children and Young Adults. When not working in the magazine, Hector spends his time writing in coffee shops around the city and checking out the latest installation at the MoMa. In this episode, Hector talks about the importance of storytelling, building a diverse team and the value of an artist's work. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Hector: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1320753834 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Colby DeWeese is a Process Safety Management Engineer of MPLX, a subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum Corporation. Colby received his Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of Tulsa and his Master of Oil, Gas, and Energy Law from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Colby primarily works with assets stretching from Corpus Christi to the STACK in Oklahoma and spanning from East Texas to West Texas. Colby received his Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of Tulsa and his Master of Oil, Gas, and Energy Law from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. In his free time, Colby has run several ultramarathons including a 100-mile race in Kansas, he's a 2x Ironman Triathlon finisher (140.6 miles of swimming, biking, and running), and is a Taekwondo Blackbelt. He also owns ChemePerformance, where he applies engineering principles to nutrition which helps his clients visualize and track progress with a no-nonsense approach. In this episode, Colby talks about his passion for fitness, the importance of leading by example and the power of constantly pushing boundaries. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Colby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colbydeweese/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Preyaa is an MBA candidate at Schulich School of Business, specializing in real estate and finance. She has a bachelor's degree in architecture and aspires to pursue roles in real estate development and finance. Preyaa's work experience spans across architecture, real estate finance and design. Ambitious, determined and an absolute go-getter, she believes nothing is impossible if you have a desire in you to excel and when she's not studying or working, you're most likely to find her in a quiet corner enjoying a book or ardently working on some cool graphics on her computer. In this episode, Preyaa talks about moving to Canada, her academic journey through the MBA and her vision for the future. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Preyaa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/preyaasoni --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Sanjana is a digital marketing professional with about a decade of enriching experiences. She is a strong believer in "dream it to achieve it." She has successfully found a balance between her passion and profession. While pursuing her career aspirations with an impressive resume, you can also find her teaching a Bollywood dance workout class near you. A self-taught dancer and fitness instructor with an unconventional story. Instructor Profile: https://bollyx.com/instructor/sanjana-gupta/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guptasanjana/ In this episode, Sanjana talks about her love for Bollywood, the human side of leadership and living in the present moment. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Wanitha Ashok, also known as Bangalore's fitness queen, is one of the leading fitness experts in India. This youth icon is a certified fitness expert and a global fitfluencial ambassador, influencing people to make lifestyle changes for a healthier life. Wanitha does not consult people but counsels everyone over email for free and educates people via social media sites, her media shows, and news columns. This multi-faceted lady is known for her boundless energy. Wanitha constantly and tirelessly has changed many people's mindsets to adopt a healthy lifestyle, be more social and eco-sensitive. In this episode, Wanitha talks about leading a healthy lifestyle, the importance of constant learning and her journey of becoming a fitness celebrity. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Wanitha: https://www.facebook.com/wanithaashok --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Preity Üpala, Hollywood actress and producer, is a former Investment banker turned Multimedia Entrepreneur. The former Miss India International and has appeared in numerous commercials, TV and movie productions in Australia as well as Bollywood and Hollywood. She is currently the Global Brand Ambassador of several lifestyle brands such as Oenoviva, PenApp, Thea Resorts, and Chloe & Isabelle Jewelry. As a board member of the Federation of Producers Asia Pacific (FPA) Preity has been appointed the Indian head delegate for the Asia Pacific Film Festival from 2011 till date. Preity is internationally recognized in Asia for being the recipient of major film awards, including one given by the legendary Jackie Chan. Preity is an invited guest annually at the Cannes Film Festival and in 2018, was invited as a Celebrity Guest at the Salerno Film Festival in southern Italy. She was also the official host of the Moscow Horror Film Festival in Russia. In this episode, Preity talks about her spirituality, her experiences of traveling all over the world and her desire to make a difference to people's lives. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Preity: https://www.facebook.com/preity.uupala --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Blair Glencorse is leading a movement for accountability and integrity around the world through the Accountability Lab. The Lab works in communities to make governments more accountable and to open-up civic space- using the arts, media, culture and technology. Blair and his team have done everything from helping to found the first film school in Liberia to monitoring and improving public services in Pakistan to running a global TV show called Integrity Icon to “name and fame” honest government officials. The Accountability Lab recently won the UN's International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award. Blair also co-founded the first co-working and innovation space in Liberia and both TEDxMonrovia and TEDxBamako. Blair is an expert on anti-corruption with the World Economic Forum and OECD, and is a member of the World Bank's Expert Advisory Council on Citizen Engagement. Blair speaks regularly on issues of governance and anti-corruption; and his work has been published in the New York Times, Washington Post and the Guardian among other outlets. In this episode, Blair talks about learning Urdu, the importance of accountability in policy creation and using fulfillment as a pathway to happiness. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Blair: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairglencorse/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Dr. Ira Fetahu received her Ph.D. at the Medical University of Vienna (Austria) as a Marie Curie Early Stage Researcher. During this time, she was the recipient of several national and international awards, including fellowships from the European Association for Cancer Research and the Federation of European Biochemical Societies. Ira was a board member of the Young Scientist Association of the Medical University of Vienna. Following her Ph.D. graduation, she started her postdoctoral fellowship at the Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital (USA), where she is currently working in uncovering the aberrancies in the epigenomes of Alzheimer's disease and melanoma. Ira recently received “Excellence in Innovation” award for her research work on Alzheimer's disease. She was also a member of the Harvard Medical Postdoc Association. She currently serves as an Ambassador of the European Association for Cancer Research. In this episode, Ira talks about the focus of her research, her early beginning in the sciences and her passion to improve the quality of human life. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Ira: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irfete-fetahu-65b684ab/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Hirushi is a musical artist based in Sri Lanka. Hirushi sang her way up to where she is now, since the age of six. She always loved singing songs deriving from many genres and cultures including English, Sinhalese, and Hindi. She received award nominations for her work and associated video productions at Derana Music Video Awards and Sumathi Awards, which were her prime reinforcements. Hirushi along with her best friend found the “Stepping Stones” charity group in 2014 in order to initiate projects to support the educational journey of economically deprived children. They conducted various teaching programs, donations, and awareness on the importance of education to alleviate social trauma. In this episode, Hirushi talks about her hybrid singing style, the importance of human element in arts and her initiative around education in Sri Lanka. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Hirushi: https://www.facebook.com/hirushiofficial/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Alex Kazberouk is a primary care/internal medicine resident physician at the University of California San Francisco. He is interested in designing new models of primary care for medically and socially complex patients, creating incentives to improve patient care, and improving end of life care. Prior to his graduate education, he was a consultant at McKinsey and Company, working with healthcare clients on topics such as hospital operations and pharmaceutical launches in developing markets. Alex has also volunteered with Global Oncology to deliver palliative care training and education in the Republic of Belarus. He holds a B.Sc. Biology from Yale University, an M.D. from Harvard Medical School, and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. In this episode, Alex talks about delivering primary healthcare, the notion of branding in medicine and the importance of storytelling. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-kazberouk-014a8326/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Ms. Devshree Golecha has been featured in P.O.W.E.R, an international magazine for women. She is a seasoned Quality Professional and Technology Leader with 10 years of experience leading enterprise-wide Six Sigma Process Improvement, Automation, and Optimization projects. Currently, she serves as Assistant Vice President, Optimization and Analytics at EXL Services. She is an Adjunct Professor of Quality Improvement and Statistics at the University of Houston. Ms. Golecha has been the Keynote Speaker at several events and organizations. This year she will be a keynote speaker at ASQ Inspection and Minitab world conferences. She is the President-Elect of the Texas Gulf Coast Association of Healthcare Quality. In this episode, Devshree talks about her journey of learning English, her unique leadership style, and her desire to inspire other women. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Devshree: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devshree-golecha-8280b579/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Rina G. Patel is a writer, speaker, social entrepreneur, and Founder and CEO of The Thinkers Global. After starting a non-profit organization, Aahana, for disabled children and young women from villages around Gujarat, India, Rina left the world of economic development and tech to travel around the world, work in slums, and consult for social enterprises. Rina's journey both inner and outwards led her to understand what it means to design experiences that allow our next generation of leaders to thrive, live a meaningful life and radically transform our world's economic, political, and social systems. In this episode, Rina talks about winning the birth lottery, considering leadership was the process of co-creation and developing workshops for high school students. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Rina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rinagpatel/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support

Asher is a Brand Manager at The Business of Fashion, a media platform that offers business analysis and intelligence on emerging fashion. At The Business of Fashion, Asher helps fashion brands penetrate media channels and offers strategic guidance with HR & L&D initiatives. Asher does a lot of work with sneakers & street culture, bringing a unique perspective to modern design. In this episode, Asher talks about embracing different cultures, his love for sneakers and thriving in the fashion industry. Consider becoming a Listener Supporter. Be a part of the Afflatus community and enjoy exclusive membership rewards. Full details here: https://bit.ly/2PFDUS8 Subscribe here: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support Follow The Afflatus: www.facebook.com/aalok.rathod www.facebook.com/unciafilms www.instagram.com/al_rathod Follow Asher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashersalik/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theafflatus/support