Who's Talking - Wait, What?

This week's guest wears two hats — financial advisor by day, yoga/Pilates studio owner. We talk through the realities of dual-income relationships, the financial planning nobody thinks about (like living too long), and why getting married young might not be the disaster people assume. She also opens up about founding her wellness studio, complete with infrared light therapy and an R&B Friday night vibe.Then it's high school flashbacks — HB math trauma, Kumon kid flexing, and a teacher neither of us has forgiven. Topics covered:Relationship responsibilities in dual-income householdsFinancial planning myths and annuity basicsMarriage timing and compromise vs. expectationBuilding a wellness studio from scratchDating app dealbreakers and DM horror storiesHigh school memories and teacher storiesLife advice: "the magic is in the work you don't want to do"Lightning round: money vs. fitness🎙️ New episodes drop every other Tuesday 🔗 Watch on YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | FacebookSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Do chiropractors secretly judge everyone’s posture?? Can they crack their own backs incorrectly?!? And what separates someone who recovers quickly from someone who remains in pain for years?  Only one way to find out!In Episode 15 of Who’s Talking – Wait, What?, I sit down with chiropractor Akshay to ask a mixture of serious, curious and slightly unhinged questions about chiropractic care.Akshay talks about some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding chiropractors, what it was like practising adjustments on a real person for the first time, and whether chiropractors ever worry about something going wrong. Trust me, I was testing his patience on this episodeI needs to know whether Akshay is silently judging my posture throughout the entire interview 👀 They also discuss:• Whether chiropractors judge strangers’ posture in public• Whether chiropractors can crack their own backs incorrectly• The risks involved when learning adjustments• The chiropractic myth that frustrates Akshay the most• Why some people recover while others remain in pain• One simple habit for maintaining a healthier spine• What Akshay would be doing if he had not become a chiropractorSubscribe for more honest conversations with people from different careers, backgrounds and walks of life.Get Your Back Cracked: IG: https://www.instagram.com/akshayp10/Follow Who’s Talking – Wait, What? for more clips and upcoming episodes.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

In Episode 14, I’m joined by one of my childhood friends from Grade 9 for a conversation that goes everywhere in the best way. Sometimes I don't even know which way.We talk about growing up together, school memories, Xbox and Halo, how life changes after high school, and what adulthood actually looks like once the jokes wear off. We also get into his career in Tool and Die trade most people have heard of but don’t fully understand and why that kind of work deserves more respect.It’s a funny, honest, nostalgic conversation about friendship, work, marriage, regret, responsibility, and how much people can change over time while still feeling like themselves.This episode is for anyone who’s ever looked back at an old friend and thought, “How did we end up here and its been over 16 years?!?"Send us Fan MailSupport the show

In Episode 13, I sit down with Siddhartha “Bhatman” Bhat for a wild conversation on taekwondo, identity, discipline, and legacy.We talk about his journey competing for Team Canada, the rivalry that pushed him to another level, and how martial arts shaped the way he handles pain, pressure, and life outside the ring.We also get into his Batman persona, the meaning behind his tattoos, Tamil identity, Quebec vs Toronto culture, teaching kids, and why staying connected to your inner kid might be a real superpower.This one is funny, honest, motivating, and packed with mindset gems!Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Krish sits down with therapist and author Supriya for a conversation about therapy, boundaries, self-awareness, emotional health, and the stigma around mental health in South Asian culture.They get into free therapy vs real friendship, self-deprecating humour, social media self-diagnosing, relationship red flags, and why therapy is about more than just “fixing” something wrong. Supriya also shares the heart behind her book, Boundaries Made Simple, and why self-reflection matters more than most people realize. Check out Supriya’s book:Boundaries Made Simple - https://a.co/d/07A21lIqSupriya Verma—  Therapist (MA, RP Qualifying), ADHD CoachIG: https://www.instagram.com/supriyatalkstherapy/Connect with me and support the podcastIG (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/whoskrish/Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/whos_talkin/TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/whos_talkin/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

In Episode 11, I sit down with Arsh to talk about the real side of fitness—confidence, body image, and what men don’t always say out loud.Arsh shares how bullying and insecurity shaped him early on, how he spiraled into extreme weight-loss habits, and why the gym became the one place he could shut his brain off and rebuild himself. From there, we get into the modern gym era: influencers, steroids, unrealistic standards, body dysmorphia, and why gym culture feels way different than it used to.If you’re a guy going through it right now: start with one thing—talk, or at least find a healthy outlet. Don’t carry it alone.In this episode:• Fitness as an escape + building confidence• Body image, extreme dieting, and dysmorphia• Steroids, shortcuts, and “the new norm”• The biggest lie about getting fit: waiting for the “right time”• Consistency vs perfection (10 minutes still counts)• Men’s mental health: talking to someone + having an outlet• Gym culture today: tripods, clout, and ego• Lightning round: pre-workout, carbs vs lifting, gym green flags, and moreConnect with meIG (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/whoskrish/Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/whos_talkin/TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/whos_talkin/GuestArsh Dhindsa —  humbleiron (Personal Trainer)IG: https://www.instagram.com/humbleiron/Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/arshd93/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Deenesha (RPN, postpartum) breaks down night shift life, dating safety, 12-hour shift boundaries, and the chaos of running a flower business while doing her RN.If you ask her to “chill” the day before a 12-hour shift… she’s gonna lie and tell you she’s busy — but she’s already in bed 😂This episode with Deenesha is the realest mix of nursing life, dating in today’s world, and the hustle of balancing RN school + postpartum nursing + a floral business. We get into nurse burnout (yes, the equipment room is real), why dating a nurse isn’t for the weak, and the Facebook Marketplace customer that tried to short her on a bouquet.We talk about:Why 12-hour shifts change your whole social lifeDating safety + location sharing (and the Yorkdale anxiety moment)Nursing burnout + mentally checking out mid-shiftHow she started her floral business (self-taught)The “deposit scam” story and why she changed her policyWould she quit nursing if her business blows up?Guest: Deenesha — RPN (postpartum), RN student at Seneca, floral business owner.Connect with Krish / Who’s Talking?Instagram (Personal): @whoskrishInstagram (Podcast): @whos_talkinTikTok: @whoskrishConnect with Deneesha RavInstagram: @itszdeneeshaBusiness Instagram: @_petalwithloveSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Women say: “I don’t want to get bulky, I just want to be toned.” In this episode, Joana Mathew and I break down why “toned” doesn’t happen without muscle — and why strength training (yes, heavier weights) is what actually creates shape and definition.What we coverThe truth behind “toned” and body compositionWhy heavier weights won’t magically make you hugeHow to start lifting heavier with confidenceSimple mindset shifts that change results fastAbout JoanaJoana is a female trainer and coach who helps people get stronger and actually look the way they say they want to look — without living in fear of “getting bulky.” She’s big on real strength training, smart progression, and shutting down fitness myths that keep people stuck doing the same light weights forever.For anyone who says “I just want to be toned”“Toned” = muscle + lower body fat. You don’t get definition without building something underneath.Lifting heavier doesn’t make you huge overnight — it makes you stronger, tighter, and more shaped.Stop chasing sweat. Chase progressive overload (adding reps/weight over time).For women who are afraid of “bulking”You’re not going to wake up looking like a bodybuilder by accident.The “bulky” look usually comes from eating more + not enough training structure, not from lifting heavy.If you want shape: train hard, eat smart, sleep, repeat.Connect with Krish / Who’s Talking?Instagram (Personal): @whoskrishInstagram (Podcast): @whos_talkinTikTok: @whoskrishConnect with JoanaInstagram: @jofittrainingandwellnessWebsite: https://linktr.ee/jofittwSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Tim might be the strongest person I know – and he also animates Paw Patrol. In this episode, we talk about gym myths, steroid culture, faith, discipline, anime and what it really takes to stay in the game when your joints start fighting back.In this episode, we get into:Why lifting doesn’t actually attract girls… it attracts dudes touching your arms 😂The truth about steroids, teenagers hopping on gear, and what it really does to your joints and tendonsHow faith and fitness became two sides of the same discipline coin for TimWhy 225 is “okay” in the gym but wild in the real worldGym anxiety, injuries and the reality that no one cares what you’re liftingBeing a weeb AND a gym bro – Dragon Ball Z, Goku/Vegeta, anime-inspired trainingHigh school football trauma vs Gonzaga farm boys and getting absolutely cooked on the fieldWhy AI is coming for junior animators and why you shouldn’t just sit and binge NetflixAbout TimTim is a computer animator at Guru Studio (yes, Paw Patrol 🐾) and a part-time personal trainer. He’s been lifting for over 15 years and somehow balances big faith, big weights and big creativity – praying before heavy sets, coaching clients, and still nerding out over anime.For aspiring animatorsDon’t just watch shows – make your own.Keep building your portfolio; AI is coming for the easy, junior work.Your edge is taste, style and discipline, not just software.For gym rookies & injured vetsKeep it simple. Keep it consistent.Master the basic movements instead of chasing TikTok “magic exercises.”Protect your joints and tendons – ego lifts don’t matter if you can’t train next year.ShoutoutHuge love to Blurry Mane, the only man that can make you feel good is your barber 😂 If you’re in the GTA, check him out near Hurontario & Steeles (not sponsored – just the homie).Connect with Krish / Who’s Talking?Instagram (Personal): @whoskrishInstagram (Podcast): @whos_talkinTikTok: @whoskrishConnect with TimInstagram: @fiit4faithWebsite: https://thefitnesscoach.gumroad.com/l/oxkpaIf this episode made you laugh, rethink 225, or feel seen as a gym bro / creative, follow the show, leave a rating, and share it with one friend who always talks about their PR. 💪Send us Fan MailSupport the show

You’re not just buying a car – you’re buying your way into a community.In this episode of Who’s Talking? – Wait, What?, I sit down with Hameed, the host of Vulture, a Toronto-based classic car community that’s more about people, stories and vibes than flexing exhausts and badges. We talk about building events that feel like a retreat, why the best car meets are actually kinda wholesome, and how Toronto car culture became its own weird little ecosystem.We also get into travel, tech jobs, burnout, fake badges, LED strips, and why some people need a little chaos in their life to feel alive.In this episode:Why “you’re not buying a car, you’re buying a community”How Vulture turned classic car shows into social experiencesWhat actually makes someone a “car person” (it’s not just what’s under the hood)Gas vs electric – the microwave steak vs BBQ Overrated vs underrated cars at car meetsThe biggest red flags when someone pulls into a meetFlex culture, social media, and doing things “for the badge”Building niche events that attract the right people, not just loud carsThe best advice Hameed’s ever received, and what he’d tell anyone entering the car sceneConnect with VultureInstagram: @thevaultureWebsite: Vulture – https://thevaulture.com/Connect with meHost: Krish / @whoskrishInstagram: @whoskrishPodcast IG: @whostalkingpodTikTok: @whoskrishBusiness inquiries: [[email protected]]If you enjoyed the episode, follow the show, drop a rating, and share it with a friend who’s “not a car person” but secretly scrolls car listings all day.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Harshini — senior marketing manager, founder of Jodibox, and mom of two — breaks down how she built a jewelry brand, balances family with a 9-to-5, and the career advice that changed how to survive (and thrive) in corporate. We also talk salary negotiations, imposter syndrome, and why the magic is in the work you’re avoiding.Show Notes / Description: Today I’m joined by Harshini: marketer by day, Jodibox founder by night, and full-time mom running on Ice Caps. We get into:The origin of Jodibox and how she sourced unique piecesThe real hard part: keeping a business runningScaling while keeping a 9-to-5 (outsourcing, time, and tradeoffs)Salary negotiation 101 & letting go of imposter syndromePresenting without fear and learning in publicCorporate politics: when to make your case and when to just say “sure”Working moms, “having a village,” and choosing time freedomRapid-fire: icks, toxic traits, wild client requests, warning labels, and moreLinks: Guest — Harshini (Jodibox)                                                                                                  Website - jodibox.com | Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jodi.box/ Host — Krish: IG and Tiktok @whoskrish, Youtube - @whos_talkin Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OKl3sM6BdmkTimestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:10 Meet Harshini 10:32 Jodibox origin story 16:20 Sustaining > starting 22:05 Negotiation & confidence 33:00 Moms at work 36:20 Time freedom & nomad daydreams 40:00 Lightning round 44:30 Best advice to start 47:10 Best advice received 50:05 Outro🎙️ New episodes weekly on Who's Talking?Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Phones vs DSLR, timelines, trends including the blurry photo craze, second shooters, and why vendors keep saying "let us breathe." Antharshian shares how he found his style, priced early gigs, handled wedding stress, and why portraits may beat weddings for creative sanity.You Will LearnWhen a phone is enough vs when you need a cameraHow to build a portfolio without giving away the farmDay-of realities: SD cards and batteries as "reloading"Coordinating with teams without going overkillClient etiquette that actually helps vendorsBest advice: keep it simple and just startTimestamps 00:00 Intro 05:10 Style 08:40 Phones vs DSLR 12:20 Trends 15:20 Pricing and discounts 18:50 Free work 22:30 Reloading and stress 25:40 Big teams 29:10 Let vendors breathe 32:30 Portraits vs weddings 36:00 AdviceHost: @whoskrish, @whos_talkinGuest: @nitharshan.photography Guest Website: nitharshanphotography.comSend us Fan MailSupport the show

What happens when the dream of med school doesn’t pan out? In this episode, we sit down with a physiotherapist who shares his honest story of pivoting careers, grinding through the UK education system, tearing his Achilles, and discovering what healing really means.It’s raw, funny, and brutally honest about education, careers, and chasing the wrong paths before finding the right one.We dive into:Why getting an 80% doesn’t always mean you’re good at somethingThe difference between physio education in Canada vs. the UKWhat happens when your body breaks before your career takes offThe truth about “healers” (spoiler: pain comes first)Why you should (or shouldn’t) study abroad🎙️ New episodes weekly on Who's Talking?Follow the podcast @whostalkingpodHost: @whoskrishSend us a textSupport the showSend us Fan MailSupport the show

In this episode, I sit down with Fenil—fitness manager, trainer, and former city worker—to unpack the dark side of gym culture and how social media is warping our view of fitness.From 12-year-olds sneaking into gyms to the pressure of looking "jacked" online, we explore the truth behind the fitness industry no one wants to admit.Topics include: • The influencer effect on body image • Why trainers don't need to be ripped • How kids and parents are being misled • Advice for anyone starting in fitness🎙️ New episodes weekly on Who's Talking?Follow the podcast @whostalkingpodHost: @whoskrishSend us Fan MailSupport the show

This week on Who’s Talking?, I sit down with my actual physiotherapist to talk about everything from bizarre injuries to starting her own clinic. We dive into her journey through school, building her business, and the wildest client stories she’s ever seen — including mine 😅👀Huge shoutout to my physiotherapist — she's amazing and highly recommended!You can check her out here:📲 Instagram: @titanphysiotherapy & @mistry.physio 🌐 Website: https://titanphysiotherapy.ca/💬 What’s the weirdest injury you’ve had?Drop it in the comments — I might read a few out loud next episode.👍 Like, share, and subscribe if you enjoy watching me ask wildly unqualified questions.🎙 Support the podcast:Donate here for a shoutout in next week’s episode or if you just wanna donate just because 😂📲 Follow me on socials:Instagram (Podcast): @whos_talkinInstagram (Personal): @whoskrishTikTok (Personal): @whoskrishSend us Fan MailSupport the show

For the first episode, I sit down with a good friend in Manjeev Nanua and discuss all things from school to work and everything in-between. Cold truth of starting from scratch and that I'm actually 7 foot 😂You can watch the full video episode on youtube - https://youtu.be/6DaWYswqatE?si=E8zYJqWsdxc8Jwo-Send us Fan MailSupport the show