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Thinkspace Podcast
by Self Hired
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
Episodes
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Aneka Jiwaji on DEI, Leadership and Building A Women-Lead Business
Feeling the weight of being the only woman of colour in the room? Aneka Gets Real About: What a DEI hire is How she navigated leadership in her early career What it means to meaningfully include women in the conversation Her approach to building a women-lead law firm Working with her husband as a...
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Summan Kandola on High-Functioning Burnout
What happens when you are performing your life? On this episode of the thinkspace podcast, your host Summan Kandola chats through the real experience of high-functioning burnout and how she’s working through it. Summan gets real about: Questions to ask yourself before consuming content What is /…
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Pei Chai on Retirement, Wellness and Identity after Pivoting
What does wellness look like when you’re the instructor? What does Identity mean to you when you no longer do what you’ve done? This week on the thinkspace Podcast Summan sits down with Pei Chai - Pei is a movement teacher, yoga teacher, sound healer, and the founder of Immerse Retreats. Her work...
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Zach Berman On Longevity In Business, Pivoting & Having A Sales Mindset
What if getting “No” gets you closer to your next “YES”? This week on the thinkspace Podcast Summan sits down with Zach Berman - Zach Berman is the co-founder of The Juice Truck. In 2011, Zach and his business partner Ryan Slater launched Canada’s first Cold Pressed Juice bar out of a Food Truck…
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Celine Bacani on Burnout, Perfectionism, & Longevity in Business
How do you slow down when you’re burnt out, going to the hospital but crushing your business goals? Celine Bacani is a dynamic Vancouver based entrepreneur who has turned her enterprising spirit into meaningful community success. As the co-owner of the celebrated and expanding Lee’s Donuts, she's...
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Zoya Khurana on AI, Burnout and Building an Aligned Career
This one's for anyone who’s experienced their blind ambition turn into burnout. Zoya Khurana is a tech product leader turned content creator and the founder of Techgirldiary, a platform where she talks about tech, AI, ambition, and the real human side of building an aligned career. Zoya is...
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Neely Rajput on Authenticity & Making your Dreams Happen
From a pivotal moment in the dark Neely transformed her love for creativity into a thriving bakery business. Neely Rajput is the founder of The Whiskful Baker, a luxury cake and dessert brand built on the principles of community, connection, and genuine relationships. Drawing on her decade-long...
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Summan Kandola on 6 Truths That Will Help You Find Yourself
Vulnerable real share incoming ❤️🔥 In this episode, Summan Kandola shares the advice she'd give every person in their late 20s and early 30s, especially if you're sitting with that uncomfortable feeling of "I just want to understand myself." Summan dives into: Why dabbling in self-awareness…
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Summan Kandola on Understanding Your Inner Self
Feeling swallowed by your circumstances or feelings? In this episode, Summan Kandola offers a reframe on how to look at your inner world Summan gets real about: Understanding your inner world Different parts of your personality Understanding your personal reality Defining “what are your parts”…
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[REUPLOADED] Summan Kandola on How to Stop Abandoning Yourself
Your emotional landscape is setting the tone for your life. In this episode, Summan Kandola dives into emotional capacity, emotional availability, and what it really means to navigate hard seasons without abandoning yourself. Summan gets real about: Understanding your emotional landscape A...
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Summan Kandola on Mel Robbins, Mothers Day & Radical Honesty
Have you ever asked yourself a question that shifted the trajectory of your life? In this episode your host Summan breaks down the three top questions from the Stanford professors behind “Design Your Life” and how to implement these into your life for real change. Summan gets real about…
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Summan Kandola on Shadow Work
This episode is for those who want to go deeper into their transformation journey. Designed more as a fireside chat your host Summan Kandola dives into the layers of shadow work and how to approach our lives with curiosity. Summan gets real about: –What shadow work actually is (and how to know if...
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James Grass On Hospitality, Mentorship & The Reality of Entrepreneurship
Summan sits down with James Grass for an unfiltered conversation on the hospitality industry, power of mentorship, reality of entrepreneurship & more. James Grass brings over 20 years of global hospitality experience, consulting for private clubs, restaurants, and brands through his firm…
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Navin On Grief, Healing & Leading with Creativity
Summan sits down with Navin for a real conversation on grief, the healing journey, personal evolution, and how to lead with love. Navin is an Interdisciplinary Practitioner - He’s a Counsellor , Music Therapist , Yoga Teacher and Artist. With ancestral roots in India, Navin is a second-generation...
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Daniella Atkinson On Becoming, Content & Inspired Action
Who can you become when it’s all on you? Daniella Atkinson is a reporter and internet personality known for bridging journalism and digital storytelling with her viral street interviews. Raised in a military family, she moved from city to city, faced bullying, and eventually immigrated to a new...
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Summan Kandola on Booked, Busy & Blessed
Asking for a full plate and feeling overwhelmed is an unexplored state. This week Summan breaks down her booked, busy & blessed mindset for sprint seasons. Summan gets real about: -Moving with grace -Owning new levels of responsibility -Gratitude mindset in busy seasons -Character development and...
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Mikey Jose on The Nervous System, Music & Mindset
How do you go from an Artist to Neuroscientist? This week Summan sits down with Mikey Jose - a neuroscience PhD candidate-by-day, independent artist-by-night. Mikey thrives in the in-between, putting him in a unique position to build bridges that connect brain and heart. He’s been featured on CBC...
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Agasha Mutesasira on Accessibility, Opportunities & Navigating Creative Opportunities
When she was 12, she was told she’ll never be able to walk again. This is a story of tenacity, creative expression and a soul wanting to be seen. Agasha Mutesasira is a Ugandan-born, Vancouver-based singer-songwriter and disability advocate. After sustaining a spinal cord injury at 12, she was...
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Ishra Gill on Marketing, Mindset & Wellbeing
This one's juicy for the marketing lovers! This week Summan sits down with Ishra to chat about all things marketing, personal leadership in building your career & wellness. Ishra is a brand and marketing leader who partners with founder-led, digitally native consumer brands to drive meaningful...
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Michael Jakes on Jail, Faith & Mindset
When everything gets quiet that’s when you can start to listen. This week Summan sits down with Michael to chat all things faith, personal development and life during and after jail. Michael is the owner & founder of Printing Yes, a Vancouver based, film friendly, full service print shop. Mike...
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Summan Kandola on Forgiveness
When someone pushes you to shrink, forgive. This week we’re diving into PART 2 of your host Summan’s journey! Summan gets real about: -Navigating forgiveness in professional environments -Moving through dense, stuck energy -Knowing when to continue vs. let go -How to know when your soul is…
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Summan Kandola on Personal Responsibility
This week we’re sharing an old juicy podcast interview Summan did with Harpo Mander in September 2024. Summan, your host gets real about: -Navigating friendship loss -Faith Practice & God -Personal Responsibility -Stewarding your manifestations -Working with your soul & spirit -Asking yourself...
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Summan Kandola on Discernment in 2026
Can you tell when something is real or fake? Do you trust yourself when something feels good or not so good? On this episode Summan breaks down discernment and how to cultivate it in your day to day life Summan focuses on: -Discernment, what is it? -How to recognize when your shadow is activated...
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Natasha Jung on Motherhood, ADHD and Emotional Repair
This week Summan sit’s down with Natasha Jung, Founder, CEO & Executive Producer of Cold Tea Collective. Natasha has over 20 years of experience in media, marketing & PR. She’s been recognized for her contributions to anti-racism, community engagement, youth leadership and development and…
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Taren Grewal on Body Connection, Core Strength & Burnout
What if we’ve been chasing weight loss when what our bodies really want is regulation? In this episode, Summan sits down with Taren Grewal, a Kinesiologist, strength coach and Pilates certified instructor who specializes in strength and conditioning, rehabilitation, and Pilates with a focus on...
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Summan on Owning Your Story, Choosing Yourself & Starting Over
In this episode, I take you back with me and share parts of my story I haven’t spoken about openly before. We get real about: Growing up as a young brown kid navigating family life after divorce Reconnecting with your personal essence Overhauling your mindset as you come into yourself Honouring…
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Peter on Going All-In, Pivots & Making It Work
What do you build when you start with nothing but a big idea and a $10,000 student line of credit? In this episode, Summan sit down with Peter Chen, a second-generation Chinese Canadian entrepreneur who turned his university assignment into a full-scale business. What began as Tality Kombucha...
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Tania on Building a Lasting Business, Founder Mindset & Enduring Entrepreneurship
From launching her “little website” in 2012 to becoming a women-led favourite jewelry brand across Canada and the U.S. In this episode Summan sit’s down with Tania Yan, Founder of Olive & Piper, the Vancouver-born jewelry brand. O&P is known for blending timeless design with trend-forward style,...
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Gina Judge on Money Stories, Emotional Spending & Building Wealth
From being kicked out of her home and five-figure debt to a six-figure net worth, and a mission to help women build financial power. In this episode, Summan sits down with Gina Judge, owner and founder of The Millennial Money Guide — a financial literacy company inspiring women to take control of...
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THINKSPACE Highlights: A Quarterly Recap pt. 2
In this episode, you’ll hear from some of our favourite guests over the last quarter as we double click on some of the most insightful moments we had during our conversations If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious. 📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎧LISTEN ON APPLE...
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THINKSPACE Highlights: A Quarterly Recap pt. 1
In this episode, you’ll hear from some of our favourite guests over the last quarter as we double click on some of the most insightful moments we had during our conversations If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious. 📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎧LISTEN ON APPLE...
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Ryleah Resler on Values, Creative Risk, and Trusting Your Vision
She was told her values were wrong, now she works with Vancouver’s biggest brands. In this episode, Summan sits down with Ryleah Resler, an event designer and producer known for creating bold brand activations and immersive experiences. From design school to large-scale event production, Ryleah...
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Connor Emeny On Building A World-Record Mindset And Designing A Life To Win
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be one in eight billion?! In this episode, Summan sits down with world-record holding athlete Connor Emeny to chat about discipline, vision, and the mindset that separates good from great. Connor gets real about his journey as a world-record holding…
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Jasmine Nijjar on Billion Dollar Execution, Branding and Mindset
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Amrita on Transforming Pain, Friendship and Leadership
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Graham & Marcus on Partnership, Fashion and Making Your Dreams a Reality
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Raveena Oberoi on Transitions, Intuition and Going from CEO to Co-Founder
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Alexis on Turning Your Creative Passion Into Your Professional Pursuit
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Andrew on Leadership, The Entrepreneurial Journey and Perspective
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Kevin Wong on Solopreneurship to Leadership
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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Harpo Mander on Change, Friendship & Redefining Ambition
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain...
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How to Cultivate Peace and Unshakable Self Love with Joss Biggins
The Thinkspace Reboot: Joss Biggins on Love, Purpose & What’s Next Hey! I’m Summan Kandola, you may remember me from a Thinkspace episode or as the producer behind the show. Back in 2018, we produced over 80 episodes, bringing together leaders from every walk of life to share what they were...
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SOLOCAST - Original Thought
For more, head to www.thinkspacepodcast.com Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to...
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Everett Bumstead On Tree-Planting & The Hero’s Journey
How do you plant one million trees? A lifelong adventurer and one of our own, Everett Bumstead has dedicated a majority of his life to planting trees along the outer regions of Canada. With a passion for filmmaking that stemmed from his early years, Everett walks us through his journey of filming...
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Who is DREW GREEN? Inside the Mind of Perennial Entrepreneur and CEO of INDOCHINO
One of Canada’s most prolific entrepreneurs, Drew has been an executive and chairman across multiple businesses, one of his greatest feats perhaps is building Indochino. If you’ve heard of it, then you most definitely have ordered a suit or two from it. Tuning in from Indochino HQ, we’re here…
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MAX RIVEST Co-Founder of WIZE Thinks You’re Drinking Coffee Wrong.
From overdosing on coffee to practicing a vegan keto diet, Max Rivest could tell you a thing or two about breaking bad habits. Tune in to this week’s episode to understand how his unhealthy relationship with coffee caused serious health issues that led him to trade in coffee beans for coffee tea...
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Mastering your Two Greatest Resources: Time and Attention with Steve Rio
You may remember Steve Rio from episode 35, the longest episode ever recorded on the podcast. His calm and charismatic nature just makes him one of those people you can have endless conversations with. In this episode, Joss meets Steve at his guest home on Bowen Island for a post-hike and...
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How to Live a Biologically Appropriate Life with KALE BROCK
Description What if politicians had excellent microbiomes? Would they make better decisions? What do our microbiomes have to do with the way we think, behave, and navigate through life? Kale Brock has some answers for us in this week’s episode. Tune in for a diverse conversation about…
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SOLOCAST: What's the Point?
Every quarter, Joss checks in with the team. Give's an update on things as they are today. Recaps the past episodes from the last three months, and lets everybody know what's next for the podcast. For all our show notes, references, further reflections and more head to our website at...
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How to Strive on Social in 2020 with Digital Strategist TARA CLARK
CEO of Social T, Tara Clark's passion for social media struck in 2005 when her University became one of the first few schools to gain access to Facebook. Since then, Tara saw an opportunity to utilize social media to launch her company @socialtyvr which creates engaging content for organizations...
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The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
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