Baskets Of Knowledge

Prajesh Chhanabhai; Tane Whitehead
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Real people. Real stories. Real growth. Baskets of Knowledge is a weekly interview podcast with Prajesh Chhanabhai & Tane Whitehead, exploring storytelling, leadership, mindset, resilience and self-improvement with students, entrepreneurs, leaders and everyday humans. If you love The Diary of a CEO, The Mel Robbins Podcast, On Purpose, Joe Rogan or Trevor Noah, this is your space for honest chats, relatable wisdom and real-life lessons. Follow so you never miss an episode.

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 203 | Malak Tamimi: Identity, Belonging, Storytelling & Why Believing in Yourself Changes Everything

    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 voice Whether 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

    1h 7m

  2. Jun 29

    How Confidence Is Built, Not Found | Lata Hamilton

    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 terms One 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

    1h 2m

  3. Jun 15

    How Leaving Your Comfort Zone Can Change Your Life | Bella Anastasiou | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 201

    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 enough If 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.

    54 min

  4. Jun 1

    The Conversation Every Young Person Needs Right Now | Burnout, AI, Purpose & Human Connection | Episode 200

    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 forward This 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.

    1h 7m

  5. May 18

    From Gaza to Medical School: Baraa Harbid on Identity, Self-Doubt & Transformation | Episode 199

    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 reinvention fear and self-doubt migration and identity pressure and purpose social media criticism gratitude and resilience cultural belonging growth mindset and personal development If 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

    49 min

  6. May 4

    Identity, Mental Health & Leadership: What Rugby Taught Me About Life | Adrian Silvester | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 198

    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 world This 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

    1h 3m

  7. Apr 28

    Do It Doubting: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Loss & Building Resilience | Baskets of Knowledge Ep. 197

    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 heavy Connect with  Amelia Robinson Website: www.littlerainbow.co.nz Facebook: @littlerainbownz Instagram: @the.little.rainbow.company

    49 min

  8. Apr 20

    How Storytelling Beats Data in the Age of AI | Baskets of Knowledge Podcast Ep. 196

    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 everything This 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 Learn Why 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

    49 min
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Real people. Real stories. Real growth. Baskets of Knowledge is a weekly interview podcast with Prajesh Chhanabhai & Tane Whitehead, exploring storytelling, leadership, mindset, resilience and self-improvement with students, entrepreneurs, leaders and everyday humans. If you love The Diary of a CEO, The Mel Robbins Podcast, On Purpose, Joe Rogan or Trevor Noah, this is your space for honest chats, relatable wisdom and real-life lessons. Follow so you never miss an episode.

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  • Creator
    Prajesh Chhanabhai; Tane Whitehead
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    212
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Prajesh Chhanabhai; Tane Whitehead
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