“If Pluto Can Find His Place, So Can I”—How a Kid’s Book Changed Everything for Ishara

Send us Fan MailCut The Tie Podcast with Thomas HelfrichEpisode 263At just nine years old, Ishara is already making waves as a podcast host, reader, speaker, and future astronaut-neurosurgeon-author. In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, Thomas sits down with the youngest guest ever on Cut The Tie to explore how books—and big imagination—can unlock confidence, creativity, and purpose. With a wisdom well beyond her years, Ishara reminds us that no dream is too big and no age is too small to start chasing it.About IsharaIshara is the creator and host of V Reading Podcast, a show dedicated to helping kids and adults rediscover the magic of books and imagination. Her mission? To give voice to the kids who’ve been told “no” too many times—and show them that the right book can unlock their “yes.” With hundreds of books read, authors interviewed, and an upcoming public speech, Ishara is a rising voice for youth empowerment, curiosity, and creativity.In This Episode:Cutting the Tie to the Pandemic BluesWhen COVID closed libraries and canceled skating, Ishara turned loss into creativity—and launched her podcast journey.The Power of One BookA Place for Pluto changed everything for Ishara. She shares how one story about not fitting in helped her find her voice.Why Kids Need Books Now More Than EverFrom ancient cave drawings to ChatGPT, Ishara explains why books still matter—and how her podcast is bringing them back.Doing What Adults Do—But BetterAs a kid speaking to kids and adults, she’s flipping the script on what leadership and impact look like.From Podcast to PodiumIshara reveals her next big move: delivering her first public speech on the power of books in Baltimore.Key Takeaways:You’re Never Too Young to StartIf you feel called to do something—do it. Age doesn’t define readiness.Books Are Keys to ImaginationSome kids lack access to books. Others haven’t found the right one yet. Both need help unlocking their potential.Support Builds ConfidenceWith family behind her, Ishara proves that belief at home powers bold moves in the world.Roadblocks Reveal StrengthObstacles, from bullying to pandemics, can lead to creative breakthroughs.Follow What Lights You UpFrom ice rinks to graphic novels, when joy leads, growth follows.Connect with Ishara📺 YouTube: Isha’s Journey: Science, Skating, and Podcasting🎙️Podcast: Ishara’s Reading Podcast – Available on all major streaming platforms🌍 Ideal listeners: Kids who need access to imagination, and adults ready to rediscover it.🔗 Connect with Thomas Helfrich🐦 Twitter: @thelfrich💼 LinkedIn: Thomas Helfrich🌐 Website: cutthetie.com📧 Email: [email protected]🚀 InstantlyRelevant.comSupport the showhttps://www.youtube.com/@cutthetie