Cooking and culture, intrigue and debt. Follow food journalist Oscar Yasui on a relativistic road trip. Gastronaut is a narrative science fiction podcast about a food journalist's galactic misadventures. Gastronaut is complete, come have a listen!
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Melting Pot is a podcast by Payal Nayar that brings together inspiring stories and meaningful conversations from around the world. With a focus on culture, art, entrepreneurship, and spirituality, the podcast dives deep into the experiences and perspectives of thought leaders, authors, artists, and changemakers. Each episode uncovers unique narratives that celebrate the richness of global diversity while exploring the universal threads that connect us all. Payal’s engaging style and genuine ...
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Hosted by Miles Death, the Individual Skills Hockey Podcast is aimed at bringing quality education to youth hockey coaches, parents, and players. Our mission is to have a positive impact on the crazy youth hockey world.
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Discover the world of Gema Galdón, a Barcelona-based milliner whose handcrafted hats blur the line between fashion and art. What began as a hat she made for herself soon grew into a passion that captured hearts and evolved into her life’s work. Today, her studio ,The Gema Galdón Hat Gallery is a space where craftsmanship, imagination, and design co…
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Step inside Silvia Ferrer Casanova’s Barcelona studio, a once-quiet garage that now overflows with colour, creativity and meaning. Surrounded by her hand-painted silk scarves, intricate tapestries, and delicate fans, Silvia has built a world where art lives and breathes in every corner. Her work extends beyond decoration, it’s an invitation to expe…
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Step into the serene world of Lola Rivière, a ceramist whose studio is a sanctuary of earth and fire. Here, the tactile memory of childhood mud meets the refined skill of a master artisan. Each surface is a landscape of subtle textures and nuanced colors, where simple forms hold the quiet power of ancient artifacts. Witness the alchemy of the kiln …
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What if everything you've been told about entrepreneurship is a lie? Sean Kling, CEO of The Aria Group and author of Outwork Them All, cuts through the fluff to expose the biggest misconceptions about success. He reveals the harsh truth behind "overnight success" and why the business coaching industry is designed to sell you a dream it can't delive…
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They decided to end their marriage on a Sunday morning. After a decade of disconnect and a year locked down in a pandemic, the chasm between them felt too wide to cross. The life they had built together was over. But what happened next defies every conventional story about separation. Instead of moving out, they moved into different bedrooms. Inste…
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Marino and Jalal Dim Light BCN Art Gallery Barcelona
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23:22Exploring Barcelona laneways often leads to hidden gems, and one of them is Dim Light BCN. This eclectic gallery is the vision of Marino along with Jalal, two talented and driven individuals who shared their creative journey with me. In our conversation, they spoke about the inspiration and philosophy behind their art—how each piece reflects a uniq…
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Bestselling author Aaron Ryan wants his sons to understand a hard truth about the world: it is "extraordinarily unfair." In his award-winning saga, he wrestles with one of humanity's oldest struggles: the fiery, seductive line between justice and revenge. He gives you a glimpse into the powerful lesson that fuels his stories. A lesson about hope in…
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At 15, Robin Ajder wasn’t sketching lines on a canvas.He was chasing lines on a table. What began as teenage highs spiraled into chaos, until art became the only way out. With raw honesty, he shares how addiction nearly consumed him, how abstract art gave him a lifeline, and why he now creates not just for himself but for survival. But amidst the d…
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Payal just stepped into Surarquía’s sun-lit workshop near the Sagrada Familia and straight into the story of two South-American dreamers who turned a Barcelona flat into a leather lab. Alejandro (Venezuela) and Felipe (Colombia) swapped architecture sketches for pattern-making, taught themselves to sew, and after kitchen-table prototypes, opened th…
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Blanca Rodríguez (@thewoundedhealer) is a bilingual storyteller who turns untreated childhood trauma into teachable hope. On stage she champions the “happy-chemistry” formula she calls D.O.S.E.- Dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, endorphins and shows how music, laughter and dance spark each one for real body-mind repair. In this Melting Pot episode Bla…
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Mid-divorce, Karen Rudolf rang her paralegal to vent. “Every complaint is cha-ching, and a judge will soon decide your kids’ future.” That blunt response snapped her Mama Bear wide awake. Instead of drowning in rage and legal fees, Karen plunged into communication bootcamps so she could speak for herself and for her children, inside the courtroom a…
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From Chicago to Hollywood sets and the heart of historic Greenwood Avenue, John Wayne S III’s path was anything but predictable. Once a pre-med student, a chance phone call landed him on a film set and he never looked back. Over a career spanning three decades, John has directed music videos for Grammy-winning artists, produced award-winning films …
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What if you didn’t have to choose just one life? Adam LaSalle never fit in a box and he doesn’t want you to, either. From teaching English and math, to leading a music program, to acting on NBC’s Chicago Fire and performing off-Broadway, Adam has built a career by refusing to follow the “one path” rule. In this episode, Adam reveals: - Why being a …
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“I flatlined. I lost my husband. I lost years. But I never lost myself.” - Cyndee Dhalai Cyndee has been called a medical enigma. Surviving multiple near-death experiences, living 11 years in a wheelchair, and allergic to nearly every drug. But that’s not the story she chooses to tell. Instead, she tells us what it means to begin again. To grieve w…
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"You’re not too old. You’re just telling yourself that.” After 34 years working with the blind, David Petrovay walked away- burnt out, but not done. Today, he helps people reframe their stories, identify their strengths, and step into careers that actually feel meaningful. David’s not just a coach. He’s a former educator, a narrative builder, and s…
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What if your ‘positivity’ is actually hiding self-loathing? When Suzan Peltekian walked away from a thriving real estate career, it wasn’t just a professional pivot, it was a radical act of self-trust. In this episode, Suzan reveals: -The silent grip of toxic positivity -The one decision that rewired her life -Her Miracle Morning rituals that turn …
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The Side of Singapore Tourists Never Taste
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45:46From tossing lo hei with Christabel to pickling tea leaves with Thet, this episode takes you on a journey across kitchens, wet markets, hawker stalls, and family dining tables—through the voices of the women who live in this city’s diversity every day. - A South African barbecue in the tropics. - A Singaporean-Indians go-to hawker stalls. - Banana …
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What do dinosaurs, planets, and squats have in common? For Raj Khedun, they were the starting points of a lifelong search for deeper meaning. In episode 9 of our ongoing season 19, we sit down with the dynamic founder of Keep Fit Kingdom, who’s on a mission to help a billion people live healthily to 100. A seasoned relationship coach, yogi, author,…
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After walking away from a high-powered legal career and a life that wasn’t truly hers, Sophia Elan (aka Debra Buhring) found healing, purpose, and a voice. In this powerful conversation, she shares how she transformed years of trauma into a life of authenticity. Through travel, writing, and heart- centered living. Tune in to hear how Sophia broke f…
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At 60, Barry Finlay climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, and it changed everything. What started as a personal challenge became a bestselling book, a decade of philanthropy, and an unexpected award from the Queen. In this episode, Barry shares the real story behind the mountain, the writing journey that followed, and why it’s never too late to start over. 🎧 …
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The Comfort of Food: Llance Kezner’s Story
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26:46What if the food you eat could help you feel calmer, more grounded, and less stressed? When Llance Kezner and his wife, Lori, started experimenting in their kitchen, they had no idea their creations would become award-winning products found in thousands of stores. But behind Keep Life Tasty is a simple mission—to make food that brings comfort, both…
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The Road Less Traveled: Chris Donaldson’s Journey
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20:44In 1979, Chris Donaldson set out from Belfast to ride his Moto Guzzi Le Mans to Australia. He never made it. Instead, he crossed the Middle East, rode through the Sahara, hitched a yacht ride, and ended up in Argentina. 44 years later, he picked up where he left off—riding the same bike across the world. But this time, the obstacles were bigger: ag…
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Life is a Trip: Brownell Landrum on Reincarnation, Storytelling & Destiny
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25:40What if obstacles were actually guideposts? Author, screenwriter, and creator of Life is a Trip Reincarnation Stories, Brownell Landrum shares her journey of embracing the unknown. From a sudden decision to leave behind a settled life to an unexpected encounter in Tunisia, she reveals how unseen forces shape our paths. In this episode, Brownell tal…
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Ep. 25 - Pete Samargia: Coaching for The Frost & Comparing Skaters and Goalies Development Timing
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33:26Pete Samargia is BACK for his second appearance on the podcast! Since last year, Pete has become the goalie coach for the Minnesota Frost in the PWHL. We talk about that experience so far and also comparing the timing of goalie's skill development compared to skaters through the youth hockey journey.…
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Harnessing the Power of Energy with Csongor Daniel
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23:46In this fascinating episode of Melting Pot, we sit down with Csongor Daniel, a master of bioenergy healing with over 30 years of experience in harnessing the power of energy to promote healing and well-being. Originally from Hungary and now based in the United States, Csongor shares his extraordinary journey—from his engineering background to disco…
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In this inspiring episode of Melting Pot, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Nadia Sethi, a former hospitality professional turned healer and coach. With over two decades of experience serving humanity in the corporate world, Nadia found her true calling during a life-changing transition catalyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nadia shares…
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Ep. 24 - Ben Monahan: Last Cut from Top Team and Parent Complaints/Concerns
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46:09We welcome back Ben Monahan to the podcast this week! Ben works at The Base Sports Performance in New Hope, MN, has experience coaching youth and high school hockey, and also works as an advisor for hockey players around the Twin Cities metro. We discuss how to handle being the first ones cut from a top team as a first year, whether or not to play …
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After our holiday break, we are lucky to be joined by Aaron Wilbur, the founder of The Coaches Site. The Coaches Site has revolutionized how coaches at all levels connect, learn, and grow. Aaron shares his journey from coaching in the BCHL, to starting a coaching conference that eventually led to the creation of The Coaches Site. This is an awesome…
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Ep. 22 - Miles Death: Interviewing the Host
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58:00Role reversal for this week's episode! Mikey Spencer (Wayzata HS JV Head Coach) joins us and assumes the podcast host role for this week and interviews regular host, Miles Death. Miles grew up in Plymouth, MN playing youth and high school hockey for Wayzata. He is currently a Varsity Assistant Coach at Wayzata HS and the Director of Hockey Operatio…
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Ep. 21 - John O'Sullivan - Changing the Game Project
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48:01The podcast is BACK with Season 2! We bring on John O'Sullivan this week from Changing the Game Project. John was a collegiate and professional soccer player, before becoming a collegiate soccer coach at the University of Vermont. 12 years ago, he founded Changing the Game Project, aimed at educating youth sports coaches and parents to create a mor…
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Matthew Carauddo: Creator of 'Diamond Dragons' and Pioneer in Saber Combat
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48:03In our final episode of our series Echoes of Impact we meet Matthew Carauddo—aka "Novastar"—a versatile creator with 30+ years in acting, directing, and staged combat. Mathew is a licensed fencing instructor, he has trained hundreds in the California Bay Area. Matthew Carauddo, is the visionary behind "Diamond Dragons," bringing the story to life a…
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Shaping the media revolution with Henry Woodman
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27:09In episode 6 of our series Echoes of Impact, we meet Henry Woodman, a seasoned professional in film production and travel with an MBA from the University of Arizona and Nova Southeastern University. Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, he co-founded WoodMark Productions in 1984, blending his passions. Henry’s career led him to Santiago, Chile, w…
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In episode 5 of our ongoing series Echoes of Impact, we meet Stefan Fehr, an AI pioneer and visionary entrepreneur since 2019. With a passion for content creation, marketing, and business development, Stefan crafted intelligent apps, founded an AI App Store, and designed cutting-edge websites. A sought-after speaker and blogger, Stefan shares insig…
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The Power of Resilience with Joelle Kaufman
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37:34In episode 4 of our series Echoes of Impact we meet Joelle Kaufman, creator of the "Curveball Method," inspired by her family's battle with breast cancer and 25 years of her life in the Silicon Valley. Joelle's method has already impacted 150,000+ professionals and is the subject of her upcoming book, Crushing the Cancer Curveball. Tune in as our h…
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Leading digital transformation with Patricia Mulles
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32:08In episode 3 of our new series Echoes of Impact, we meet Patricia Mulles, an independent consultant specialising in marketing, customer experience, and data governance. As Director and Global Partnerships Head for She Loves Data, a 25,000-member nonprofit, she empowers women to shape a data-driven future. Patricia's forward-thinking approach and de…
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A candid talk between Krista Goon and Payal Nayar
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40:54In this engaging bonus episode, Krista Goon and Payal Nayar come together for an inspiring conversation about their podcasting journeys and the stories they uncover through their unique platforms. Krista Goon, the host, creator, and producer of Womenpreneur Asia, launched her podcast in March 2020, sharing the struggles, strategies, and triumphs of…
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A Path to Enlightenment with Andrzej Kozlowski
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34:00In our new series Echoes of Impact we meet Andy Kozlowski, a Taoist Spiritual Sage and Empath Guide. He has a diverse educational background, delving into psychology, clinical dietetics, personal training, neuro-linguistic programming, hypnosis, Silva Method techniques, career coaching, and business coaching. Alongside that he also dances with sham…
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Crafting impactful stories with Henrik Wilenius
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27:09A new series Echoes of Impact Season 18 begins with Henrik Wilenius, a Finnish author known for his compelling young adult fiction that tackles real-world issues through engaging and thought-provoking narratives. Henrik later transitioned to writing in English and self-published the Rise Up Trilogy, a powerful series that follows the journeys of Ha…
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It is the 25th episode of our ongoing Mic & Minds series. Today the conversation is with J.V. Hilliard who was educated by his warrior uncle in creative writing which now helps him craft epic tales of bravery and adventure set in the realm of Warminster. While residing with his wife and two horses hounds in a countryside castle, he continues to bri…
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Fusion of Dance and Psychology with Jeevita Pillai
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41:29In episode 24 of our ongoing series Mics and Minds, we speak with Jeevita Pillai, a dynamic dance fitness instructor and accredited Sport and Exercise Psychologist with a rich background in diverse dance styles and athlete well-being. Jeevita began her dance journey at the age of 4 where she mastered a range of styles from Chinese dance and Ballet …
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Unlocking the path to spirituality with Kelle Sparta
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25:19In episode 23 of our Mics and Minds series our guest is Kelle Sparta a visionary coach for spiritual coaches and practitioners. With nearly five decades of study, 25 years in the spiritual industry, and over 35 years of business experience, Kelle brings a wealth of knowledge and unique insights to her clients. Stay tuned and continue listening to t…
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Advocating for the deaf community with Allie Gray and Kale Sudhoff
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18:46In episode 22 of the ongoing Mics and Minds series we meet Allie Gray and Kale Sudhoff, the founders of Silent Opportunities, a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the deaf community. Allie Gray, Miss Ohio's Teen 2024 and former Miss Lake Festival's Teen, is a dynamic advocate for self-acceptance. Her deep connection to the deaf communi…
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Reminding women of their innate power with Cathy Derkson
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19:46In episode 21 of our ongoing Mics and Minds series we meet Cathy Derksen, the visionary producer behind the forthcoming book “Grit and Tenacity! Women Transforming Leadership in Business and Community.” As the founder of Inspired Tenacity Global Solutions Inc. Cathy is a disruptor and catalyst dedicated to uplifting the lives of women in her commun…
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In the 20th episode of our ongoing series Mics & Minds, we meet Anoushka Dasgupta, a dynamic and multifaceted professional based in Barcelona. Anoushka believes in the harmony of service, space, cuisine, price, and food at Little Andaman and acknowledges the importance of training in the gastronomic sector and the evolving culinary landscape of Bar…
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In this episode of the ongoing Mics and Minds series we meet Qin Sun Stubis, an accomplished writer, newspaper columnist, and the award-winning author of “Once Our Lives.” Born during the tumultuous era of the Great Chinese Famine in a Shanghai shantytown, Qin's early years were marked by hardship. As the first foreign student to graduate from her …
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Creating Impactful Change with Alida Miranda Wolff
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33:03In episode 18 of our ongoing Mics & Minds series we meet Alida Miranda, a passionate advocate for love, inclusion, and community building. As the Founder & CEO of Ethos, Alida is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within company cultures through innovative learning design, consulting, and Inclusive Communication. Apart from her…
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Jonni Campbell-Shining through adversities
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23:20In episode 17 of our ongoing Mics & Minds series we meet Jonni Champbell, an actress, model, director, producer, and an advocate for humanity. Born in Alaska, her life has been an inspiration of overcoming challenges. Her current role as founder of Differently Abled Entertainment (DAE) redefines representation, ensuring that all voices are heard . …
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Building bridges through words with Andrea Putting
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29:27In episode 16 of our series Mics and Minds we meet Andrea Putting, a catalyst of transformative story sharing and the visionary founder of Chocolate and Coffee Day for Religious Harmony. As an engaging speaker and podcast host, Andrea passionately advocates for unity and the powerful impact of storytelling. Based in Melbourne, Australia, she finds …
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Finding Joy in caregiving with Mark Steven Porro
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48:53In episode 15 of our Mics and Minds series, we meet Mark Steven Porro, the author of "A Cup of Tea on the Commode”. At the age of 55, Mark transitioned from his carefree bachelor lifestyle to become a first-time caregiver for his ninety-year-old mother. Stay tuned and continue listening to the episode with our host Payal Nayar to witness how Mark’s…
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In episode 14 of our Mics & Minds series we meet Meet Urmi Hossain, a blend of Bengali heritage and Italian upbringing, now thriving in Canada's financial services industry. Urmi is a self-published author, speaker, blogger, polyglot, and mentor. Not just that, but she also champions gender equality and mentors aspiring women to reach their full po…
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