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  1. 22/12/2024

    Illusions & Magic - Life after Canadas's Got Talent #23

    Savio Joseph, a magician and illusionist from Canada talks about his experience taking part in Canada's Got Talent and his life after Got talent. He gives an insight into how he got started in magic and the hard-work and dedication that he has put into his craft to get him to where he is now.   Check us out at https://www.instagram.com/coconutalkspodcast/

    1 h 12 min

  2. 16/07/2024

    Training and Nutrition: The Truth About the Indian Diet #22

    Juwel Shaji, a personal trainer and radiographer, discusses his experience working in the NHS and his journey into personal training. He highlights the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, and the importance of mental resilience. Juwel also shares his approach to personal training, with a focus on helping 9-to-5 workers balance fitness with their busy lives. He emphasizes the common goal of weight loss among his clients and the need for a sustainable and enjoyable approach to nutrition. Jules discusses the challenges of managing diets in the South Asian community and offers tips for incorporating healthier eating habits. In this conversation, we discuss various topics related to health and wellness. We touch on the ethics of a popular fitness influencer, Juwel's personal experiences with supplements and gut health, the impact of caffeine on sleep, and strategies for building muscle. We emphasise the importance of mastering exercise technique, addressing mobility and flexibility issues, and gradually progressing intensity levels. We also discuss the role of nutrition, protein intake, and calorie surplus in muscle building. Check us out at https://www.instagram.com/coconutalkspodcast/ Check out Juwels work on https://www.instagram.com/juwelofit/

    1 h 40 min

  3. 18/06/2024

    Borders and Identities: Israel, West Bank and Shamima Begum - Joshua Baker #21

    Joshua Baker is an award winning having covered stories such as the fall of ISIS in Mosul, the story of Shamima Begum in the podcast series 'I'm not a Monster' and recently created a documentary for the BBC called 'The Other War' covering the West Bank. In this episode of  @coconutalks  Joshua talks about the rise in violence in the West Bank following October 7, what life in the West Bank is like and the Story of Shamima Begum. We also briefly discuss the role of identity and what it means to be British and the role this played in Shamima's decision to join ISIS. Check out Joshua's instagram at https://www.instagram.com/joshbakerstory/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/coconutalkspodcast Email: coconutalks@gmail.com

    1 h 49 min

  4. 15/05/2024

    Writing and Music: The Hidden Technicalities within the Arts - Danny Suede #20

    In this conversation, Alan interviews Danny Suede, an artist and musician. We discuss Danny's background in music, including his experiences touring with his brother's band. Danny shares his thoughts on authenticity and originality in music, and how he balances his personal vision with audience expectations. We also talk about the technical side of music production and the universal language of music. The conversation covered various themes related to music and art, including trends in music genres, the influence of AI in music and art, the relationship between art and politics, and the value of music in the streaming era. Danny discusses the role of luck and chance in music success, the process of writing and creating music, starting a Substack to share his journey, the importance of persistence and not giving up, touring and playing live shows, future plans and making changes in life, the potential impact of a TikTok ban on artists, and the influence of supportive parents. To check out Danny's work, click on the links below:  dannysuede.com  dannysuede.substack.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/6kooLP0UvSrUhwWJPyQBF3?si=nTFkHc0oTVia5DDFYVRATg   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 06:39 Touring and Musical Influences 12:12 Authenticity and Originality in Music 15:06 Balancing Personal Vision and Audience Expectations 25:17 The Universal Language of Music 30:16 Trends in Music Genres 36:44 The Influence of AI in Music and Art 48:27 The Relationship Between Art and Politics 53:38 The Value of Music in the Streaming Era 59:08 The Role of Luck and Chance in Music Success 01:00:25 The Process of Writing and Creating Music 01:04:07 Starting a Substack and Sharing the Journey 01:06:14 The Importance of Persistence and Not Giving Up 01:07:09 Touring and Playing Live Shows 01:13:45 Future Plans and Making Changes in Life 01:19:51 The Potential Impact of TikTok Ban on Artists 01:20:03 Supportive Parents and Their Influence

    1 h 28 min

  5. 04/03/2024

    Pursuing Arts Within the Indian Community - Jesvy Joseph #19

    On this episode of  @coconutalks  I got to interview Jesvy Joseph about her experiences as a dancer, starting a band and what it was like coming to grips with a multifaceted identity as an Indian. Listen to the full episode out now on all platforms. Check us out at https://www.instagram.com/coconutalkspodcast/

    1 h 21 min

  6. 12/02/2024

    How to Fuel Yourself Like an Athlete, How do you Optimise Recovery - Jennifer Giles #18

    Jennifer is a dietician and a nutritionist for athletes. In this episode we talk about diet fads how to improve your performance to make you the best athlete you can be. Not fad diets, but an evidence based balanced approach to give yourself the best outcome.

    1 h 21 min

  7. 15/01/2024

    Unraveling Truth: Navigating a World Where Trust is Elusive - Telson Thomas #17

    In this episode we talk about the reason why fitness should be a priority, why vaccine misinformation is rife in society and whether or not big brands are actually concerned about social justice?

    1 h 8 min

  8. 11/12/2023

    How to do Better Science, Does the End Justify the Means and What is the Climate Change Agenda - Dr Jaison B Kolenchery #16

    In this podcast, with Dr. Jaison B Kolenchery we explore the urgent need to stop fossil fuel usage, navigating the ethical dimensions of our environmental choices. Join the conversation as they bridge gaps between faith and science, fostering a collective understanding for a sustainable future. Jaison's background is in neuroscience and this was just an informal discussion. Jaison currently works as a research project manager at Oxford University. Out now on all platforms.

    2 h y 15 min
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    2021 - 2024
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