Baskets Of Knowledge

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  You Can't Control Life. You Can Control Your Mindset | Manoj Patel | Baskets of Knowledge Ep.204 28.07.2026 57mnt

  Can you really be happy if you can't control what happens to you?In Episode 204 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Manoj Patel, whose remarkable journey has taken him from rural India to working across eight countries, from Chartered Accountant to Mental Health Support Worker, and back into the classroom at 69 years old.But this conversation isn't really about careers.It's about perspective.Manoj shares the mindset that transformed his own life after decades of chasing success, overcoming challenges and learning from people across different cultures.Throughout this episode we explore:• Why you can control your actions but never the outcome• The hidden power of acceptance• Why genuine human connection heals more than advice• The role mindset plays in happiness• Letting go of other people's opinions• Why education changes more than just your career• Mental health, empathy and the importance of simply being present• What travelling the world taught Manoj about peopleIf you've ever struggled with uncertainty, stress, expectations or trying to control everything around you, this episode offers timeless wisdom that could completely change how you see your own life.🎧 Listen now and discover why the greatest change doesn't happen outside of you.It happens inside your mindset.
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  Episode 203 | Malak Tamimi: Identity, Belonging, Storytelling & Why Believing in Yourself Changes Everything 07.07.2026 1j 7mnt

  What happens when a 16-year-old has the wisdom most adults spend decades searching for?In Episode 203 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with youth advocate, storyteller, podcaster and Race Unity Speech Awards winner Malak Tamimi.Growing up between Palestine and Aotearoa New Zealand, Malak shares how identity, culture, family and faith have shaped the person she is becoming.This isn't simply a conversation about awards or leadership.It's about finding the courage to own your story.Together we explore:• Growing up between Palestine and New Zealand• The power of storytelling to create meaningful change• Why authenticity beats perfection every time• Winning the Race Unity Speech Awards through lived experience• Youth leadership and creating opportunities for young people• The importance of belonging and identity• Balancing advocacy, school and life• Building confidence and believing in yourself• Mental health, resilience and avoiding burnout• Creating impact through your own voiceWhether you're a student, parent, educator, leader or someone trying to find your own voice, this episode will leave you thinking differently about identity, courage and purpose.🎧 Listen now and discover why your greatest strength may already be inside your own story.#BasketsOfKnowledge #MalakTamimi #Identity #Storytelling #YouthLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Podcast #MentalHealth #Palestine #NewZealand
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  How Confidence Is Built, Not Found | Lata Hamilton 29.06.2026 1j 1mnt

  Most people spend years waiting to feel confident before making a change.Lata Hamilton believes that confidence doesn't come first.Action does.In Episode 202 of Baskets of Knowledge, Lata shares the lessons that transformed her life, from overcoming self-doubt and leaving a traditional corporate path, to tripling her income, building a successful business, writing a book, and navigating some of life's toughest challenges.This conversation explores:• Confidence and self-worth• Career change and personal growth• Entrepreneurship and risk-taking• Women in leadership• NLP and mindset tools• Burnout and resilience• Finding purpose and meaning• Creating success on your own termsOne of the most powerful moments in the episode is Lata's explanation of the NLP technique "Chunking Up", a simple tool that can help you uncover your deepest values and make better life decisions.If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from the path you're on, this episode may change how you think about your future.Connect with Lata:Website: https://www.latahamilton.com/worthitLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latahamiltonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/latahamilton/Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/latahamiltonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/latahamiltonchangeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LataHamilton
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  How Leaving Your Comfort Zone Can Change Your Life | Bella Anastasiou | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 201 15.06.2026 54mnt

  Bella Anastasiou's story is a powerful reminder that the life you want often begins with a step you are afraid to take.In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Bella shares her journey through mental health challenges, depression, identity shifts, career changes, remote work, digital nomad life, personal branding and the lessons she learned while building a life across Europe.From navigating some of her darkest moments to creating a life filled with freedom, adventure and meaningful connections, Bella's story highlights the importance of resilience, community and taking action before you feel ready.We explore:• Mental health and resilience• Moving beyond your comfort zone• The realities of digital nomad life• Building confidence and self-trust• Personal branding and LinkedIn growth• Using AI to accelerate learning and career development• Creating a life aligned with your values• Why awareness alone is never enoughIf you've ever felt stuck, uncertain about your next step, or wondered whether there is more available to you in life, this episode is for you.Listen now and discover why growth begins where comfort ends.
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  The Conversation Every Young Person Needs Right Now | Burnout, AI, Purpose & Human Connection | Episode 200 01.06.2026 1j 7mnt

  200 episodes later, this may be one of the most important conversations we’ve had.In this milestone episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Prajesh and Tane sit down with Aarthi Candadai and Lola Fisher for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, purpose, identity, AI, leadership, human connection and what it means to grow up in today’s rapidly changing world.Together, they explore:Burnout in purpose-driven workAI and the future of young peopleClimate anxiety and global uncertaintyWhy human connection still mattersPurpose beyond job titlesLeadership, storytelling and communityIdentity, belonging and personal growthThe importance of taking small steps forwardThis episode is packed with wisdom, vulnerability, humour and real-life experiences that will resonate with young people, parents, leaders, educators and anyone trying to navigate modern life with meaning.If you’ve ever questioned your direction, struggled with pressure, or needed a reminder that you are not alone, this episode is for you.
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  From Gaza to Medical School: Baraa Harbid on Identity, Self-Doubt & Transformation | Episode 199 18.05.2026 48mnt

  In Episode 199 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Baraa Harbid for one of the most honest and perspective-shifting conversations we’ve had on the podcast.Baraa shares his journey from arriving in New Zealand from Gaza as a young child struggling with language, confidence and belonging… to becoming a 5th year medical student at the University of Auckland.But this episode goes far deeper than academics.This conversation explores:transformation and reinventionfear and self-doubtmigration and identitypressure and purposesocial media criticismgratitude and resiliencecultural belonginggrowth mindset and personal developmentIf you’ve ever felt behind, doubted yourself, or questioned whether change is possible… this episode is for you.Some conversations entertain you.This one challenges you to think differently about your own life.#BasketsOfKnowledge #Podcast #Transformation #Mindset #Growth #SelfDevelopment #MentalHealth
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  Identity, Mental Health & Leadership: What Rugby Taught Me About Life | Adrian Silvester | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 198 04.05.2026 1j 3mnt

  What if the life you’re living… isn’t actually yours?In Episode 198 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Adrian Silvester, rugby coach, global traveller, and mentor, to explore identity, mental health, leadership, and the power of perspective.From coaching in Brazil’s favelas to working with young athletes across cultures, Adrian shares real stories about:The reality of mental health in high-performance environmentsWhy leadership is about people, not resultsHow perspective shifts when you step outside your worldThis conversation goes beyond sport. It’s about life, growth, and understanding yourself in a world that’s constantly shaping you.If you’re interested in mindset, personal development, leadership, or mental health, this episode is for you.Listen now and discover what you might be missing.#BasketsOfKnowledge #Mindset #MentalHealth #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #Identity
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  Do It Doubting: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Loss & Building Resilience | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 197 28.04.2026 48mnt

  What if confidence isn’t required to start?What if the real courage is moving forward while doubt is still present?In Episode 196 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Amelia Robinson, a business owner, mother of three, and leader who shares her honest journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood, grief, and resilience.This conversation goes beyond business.It explores the emotional realities behind success, The moments of uncertainty, the weight of responsibility, and the courage required to keep showing up when life becomes overwhelming.Amelia speaks openly about imposter syndrome, navigating personal loss, balancing family and business, and the importance of talking about experiences many people struggle to share.One message stood out above everything else:You don’t need confidence to begin.You just need courage to take the next step.This episode is for anyone who is:Building a businessLeading a teamManaging family and workFacing self-doubtNavigating loss or changeTrying to keep goingListen to this episode if you want to learn:How to move forward when confidence is lowWhy self-doubt is often a sign of growthHow resilience is built through adversityHow to lead yourself during difficult momentsHow to keep going when life feels heavyConnect with  Amelia RobinsonWebsite: www.littlerainbow.co.nzFacebook: @littlerainbownzInstagram: @the.little.rainbow.company
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  How Storytelling Beats Data in the Age of AI | Baskets of Knowledge Podcast Ep. 196 20.04.2026 49mnt

  In a world obsessed with data, automation, and artificial intelligence, one truth still stands:People don’t act on data.They act on stories.In Episode 196 of the Baskets of Knowledge podcast, we sit down with Sumali Wickramarachchi, a human-centered data storyteller who shares a deeply personal journey, from a shy child who struggled to belong, to a confident voice helping organisations make better decisions in the age of AI.This conversation is not just about technology.It’s about identity.Belonging.Confidence.And the courage to invest in yourself.You’ll hear real stories about:Feeling like you don’t belongNavigating life as an immigrantOvercoming self-doubt and limiting beliefsThe future of AI and human skillsWhy storytelling is the most underrated leadership skillHow investing in yourself changes everythingThis episode is for leaders, professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating change in a fast-moving world.Because the future doesn’t belong to the smartest people.It belongs to the most human ones.What You'll LearnWhy storytelling is more powerful than dataHow to stay relevant in the age of AIThe importance of belonging and communityWhy execution builds confidenceHow investing in yourself transforms your lifeThe mindset shift that changed everything🎧 Listen now on SpotifyBaskets of Knowledge – Episode 196
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  How Self-Belief Changes Your Life | Reinvention, Resilience & Finding Your Purpose with Maryum Sharif | Episode 195 13.04.2026 1j 1mnt

  What happens when life forces you to start again?In Episode 195 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Maryum Sharif, host of the Styles Mogul Podcast, to explore a journey defined by courage, reinvention, and unwavering self-belief.From working with disadvantaged youth…to serving in the prison system…to stepping into the world of fashion and media…Maryum’s story is a powerful reminder that life isn’t about staying in one lane—it’s about evolving, growing, and choosing resilience when challenges arise.In this deeply honest conversation, we explore:• How self-belief shapes your future• Why setbacks are often turning points• The mindset needed to rebuild after loss or divorce• How to navigate career changes with confidence• The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people• Why personal growth is a lifelong journeyOne message stands out:Challenges don’t define you.How you respond to them does.If you’ve ever questioned your direction, faced adversity, or wondered whether it’s too late to start again, this episode is for you.
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  How One Mentor Can Change a Young Person’s Life | Intergenerational Leadership with Wee-Yeong Eyou | Episode 194 01.04.2026 1j 1mnt

  What happens when a young person loses their identity, and one adult steps in and changes their future?In Episode 194 of the Baskets of Knowledge podcast, we sit down with Wee-Yeong Eyou, a passionate mentor, father, and advocate for young people, to explore the power of mentorship, purpose, and intergenerational leadership.At just 15 years old, Wee-Yeong moved countries, lost his sense of belonging, and struggled to find his place.But a few caring adults, teachers, coaches, mentors, changed the trajectory of his life.Today, he has dedicated his life to helping young people succeed.This conversation dives deep into:The importance of mentors in shaping young livesWhy young people need guidance, not controlHow insecurities can become strengthsThe power of purpose and identityWhat intergenerational leadership really meansHow adults and young people can work together to build the futureIf you are:A parentA leaderA coachA teacherA mentorOr someone who wants to make a differenceThis episode is for you.Because sometimes, one conversation can change a life.
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  From Bullying to Advocacy: How a 17-Year-Old Is Changing Youth Mental Health 23.03.2026 42mnt

  What happens when your biggest setback becomes your greatest purpose?We sit down with Savera Sidhu, a 17-year-old university student, black belt in karate, and youth mental health advocate who is already making a powerful impact in her community.After experiencing bullying, navigating family challenges, and facing a career-changing injury, Savera made a decision that changed everything, to turn her struggles into support for others.Today, she delivers wellbeing workshops to primary school students, advocates for mental health support in schools, and is leading conversations about resilience, confidence, and purpose at an age when most people are still figuring out who they are.This episode is about more than success.It’s about growth.It’s about courage.And it’s about discovering your purpose through adversity.In this episode, you’ll learn:How setbacks can redirect your life toward purposeWhy confidence doesn’t have to be loudThe real impact of bullying on young peopleHow young leaders are changing the future of mental healthWhy resilience is a skill anyone can build
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  How Values Shape Identity: Youth Leadership, Focus & Perspective | Ari Taylor | Episode 192 09.03.2026 56mnt

  What happens when values move from something you're taught… to something you actually live?In Episode 192 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Ari Taylor, a young leader whose experiences in service, global communities, and youth leadership have shaped a powerful perspective on identity, focus, and human connection.This conversation explores how real-world experiences transform values into lived beliefs, how perspective changes when you step outside your environment, and why the ability to focus deeply may become one of the most important skills in the future.Through stories, reflections, and honest insight, Ari shares what it means to grow through discomfort, embrace opportunity before you feel ready, and understand people beyond surface differences.This episode explores:• How identity is shaped through experience• Why service changes perspective• The psychology of fear and growth• The importance of focus in a distracted world• Youth leadership and the future of impactIf you're interested in mindset, leadership, personal development, human behaviour, and youth leadership, this conversation will give you ideas that stay with you long after the episode ends.🎧 Follow the podcast for weekly conversations exploring mindset, learning, leadership and human potential.
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  Money Mindset, Self-Worth & Courage: How to Take Control of Your Finances | Stacey Adams 02.03.2026 53mnt

  Why do smart, capable people still feel stuck with money?In this powerful episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Prajesh sits down with money mindset coach Stacey Adams to explore the emotional side of financial wellbeing and why confidence is built through courage, not certainty.Stacey shares her personal journey through grief, identity transformation, and helping people rebuild their relationship with money from the inside out. This conversation reveals how self-worth, belief systems, and emotional patterns shape financial behaviour more than income ever will.In this episode you’ll discover:• Why money is emotional, not logical• The hidden beliefs driving financial stress• How small courageous actions build real confidence• Why people overspend or underspend• A simple habit that can transform your financial futureIf you want clarity, control, and a healthier relationship with money this conversation is for you.🔗 Connect with Stacey: https://www.staceyadams.co.nz/#MoneyMindset #PersonalGrowth #FinancialWellbeing #SelfWorth #Confidence #Courage #MindsetShift #Podcast
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  From Arranged Marriage to Self-Honouring: Dr Mini on Healing, Yoga Science & Nervous System Regulation 16.02.2026 53mnt

  What happens when you’ve lived a life that looks right on paper… but feels misaligned in your body?In this powerful episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Dr Manmeet Rattu (Dr Mini) shares her journey from growing up in a deeply loving cultural family, entering an arranged marriage, and navigating its breakdown, to rediscovering herself through strength training, a bikini bodybuilding competition, and ultimately the science of yoga.This conversation explores:• Identity and cultural expectations• Listening to your body vs overriding your intuition• Trauma, survival mode, and nervous system dysregulation• The psychology of self-honouring• The neuroscience and science-backed benefits of yoga• How strength training and embodiment rebuild self-trustDr Mini bridges lived experience with evidence-based insight, explaining how yoga is not just a practice, but a science of nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and emotional resilience.If you’re interested in mindset transformation, identity work, personal growth, trauma recovery, or the science of yoga, this episode will stay with you.🎙️ Listen now on Spotify.🔔 Follow Baskets of Knowledge for more conversations on mindset, identity, and human transformation.
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  Creating Support Systems & Navigating Change | Youth Leadership, Mental Health & Systemic Change with Kenisha Mediratta 09.02.2026 50mnt

  What happens when a young person refuses to accept broken systems as “just the way things are”?In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Kenisha Mediratta, founder of REdefine Aotearoa, to explore creating support systems, navigating change, and leading through lived experience.Kenisha shares her journey from growing up in West Auckland public schools to founding a youth-led platform addressing systemic racism and youth mental health. We unpack how anger in young people is often misunderstood, why access and opportunity matter more than punishment, and how real change happens when communities are empowered, not silenced.This conversation goes beyond inspiration.It’s about systems, leadership, health, and the courage to ask for help.🎧 If you care about:• Youth leadership and advocacy• Mental health and wellbeing• Anti-racism and systemic change• Building sustainable support systemsThis episode will stay with you.🔔 Listen now on Spotify and add this insight to your Basket of Knowledge.
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  Confidence Isn’t Inherited, It’s Built | Ritu Saxena on Imposter Syndrome, Identity & Self-Advocacy 02.02.2026 1j 1mnt

  What happens when doing “everything right” still doesn’t feel right?In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Ritu Saxena, founder of Project UpgradeHer, to explore what confidence really looks like when it’s built, not inherited.Born and raised in Mumbai, Ritu became a Chartered Accountant and moved to New Zealand to experiment with independence and live on her own terms. On paper, she was successful. Internally, she struggled with imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and feeling invisible in environments she was fully qualified to be in.Moving countries didn’t fix that, it amplified it.Ritu shares the loneliness of starting over, the cultural shock of navigating systems that reward confidence but never teach it, and the breaking point that forced her to confront a hard truth: effort alone isn’t enough if you don’t advocate for yourself.That moment led her into therapy, coaching, and deep inner work, transforming not just her career, but her relationship with herself. Today, she’s recognised as one of the Top 20 Chartered Accountants and empowers women of colour to build clarity, confidence, and income through Project UpgradeHer.This is a powerful conversation about identity, belonging, courage, and what happens when you finally choose yourself.🎧 Listen now and add this conversation to your basket of knowledge.
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  Turning Frustration Into Focus | How Amber Scott Built PIQ While Studying Law 26.01.2026 57mnt

  What if the thing you rely on for productivity is actually working against you?In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Amber Scott, a fourth-year law student and the founder of PIQ, to explore how personal frustration with caffeine, chronic fatigue, and burnout turned into a science-backed solution for focus and energy.Amber shares her journey of building PIQ while studying law, navigating imposter syndrome, researching neuroscience and caffeine, and learning what it really takes to turn an idea into a physical product. This is a very real conversation about curiosity, failure, values, and choosing depth over noise, especially as a young founder.If you’ve ever questioned your energy levels, your direction, or whether you’re “doing life right,” this episode will resonate deeply.🎧 Listen now to discover how turning frustration into focus can change the way you work, build, and live.
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  From Al-Khalil to Ōtepoti: Rinad Tamimi on Identity, Palestine & Perspective 19.01.2026 50mnt

  What does it mean to belong,  to a place, a people, and yourself?In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we speak with Rinad Tamimi, a Palestinian woman who grew up in Al-Khalil (Hebron) and moved to New Zealand at 13. Rinad shares her lived experience of migration, identity, racism, motherhood, and returning home after nine years away.This is a conversation about Palestine beyond the headlines, about gratitude and grief existing side by side, and about the responsibility of using your voice when you can. Rinad also reflects on her podcast The Watermelon Report and why storytelling is a form of service.A deeply human conversation that invites reflection, empathy, and perspective.
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  The Inner Work of Young Leadership: The Process of Becoming Me | Mackenzie Wills 19.12.2025 54mnt

  What does real leadership look like at 19?In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Mackenzie, a student at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. She is a youth advocate who is quietly reshaping what leadership, empathy, and impact truly mean.This conversation explores people-first leadership, the power of reflection, and why real change doesn’t come from titles, it comes from showing up for others.Mackenzie shares her lived experience working in youth advocacy within a fast-growing rural district, navigating leadership at a young age, and becoming one of only 37 people globally to receive the Zonta International Young Women in Leadership Scholarship.We dive deep into:Leadership driven by empathy, not egoYouth voice, advocacy, and community changeMental health and social media, the good, the bad, and the dangerousOnline hate, clickbait media, and resilienceGrief, loss, and continuing to show up when life is heavyWhy banning social media won’t solve the problem, conversation willThe importance of reflection and enjoying the process of becomingThis episode is for leaders, parents, educators, coaches, and anyone who believes leadership starts with humanity.🎧 Listen now and add this conversation to your basket of knowledge.