Melting Pot

Payal Nayar
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Melting Pot

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 curiosity create a platform for open dialogue, fostering a space where creativity and ideas can flourish. From motivational journeys of entrepreneurs to the soulful expressions of performing artists, Melting Pot captures the essence of human potential and the spirit of collaboration. Whether you're seeking inspiration, cultural insights, or just a fresh perspective, Melting Pot offers something for everyone. Tune in to explore the stories that unite us, challenge us, and inspire us to think beyond boundaries.  Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Harnessing the Power of Energy with Csongor Daniel

    JAN 23

    Harnessing the Power of Energy with Csongor Daniel

    In 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 discovering the unseen forces of energy that shape our lives. Csongor discusses his unique approach to bioenergy healing, explaining how energy imbalances can lead to illness, and how healing involves restoring the body’s natural flow. He also delves into long-distance healing, quantum physics, and the connection between our thoughts and our physical health. With a mission to empower individuals to heal themselves, Csongor has helped thousands tap into their own energy to achieve balance and vitality. Tune in to hear about Csongor’s method of teaching people to harness their own healing ability, and learn how you can improve your own energy flow, health, and well-being. Episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  2. Holistic Awakening with Nadia Sethi

    JAN 16

    Holistic Awakening with Nadia Sethi

    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 her powerful shift from the fast-paced hospitality industry to embracing holistic healing practices that focus on empowering individuals to heal on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels. Join Nadia as she discusses the importance of unlearning old patterns, embracing self-love, and understanding the layers of human existence. She also explores the future of holistic coaching, spiritual empowerment, and how integrating these practices can lead to a more fulfilling life. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on how self-awareness, meditation, and a holistic approach can help you find balance and navigate personal challenges. Episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  3. Matthew Carauddo: Creator of 'Diamond Dragons' and Pioneer in Saber Combat

    10/25/2024

    Matthew Carauddo: Creator of 'Diamond Dragons' and Pioneer in Saber Combat

    In 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 as its creator, author, designer, and voice-over artist. With over 30 years in acting, directing, and staged combat, he has choreographed iconic plays like "Romeo & Juliet" and "Peter Pan," alongside dazzling Star Wars-inspired L.E.D. saber combat performances. A pioneer in sound font design for custom saber props, Matthew has left a lasting mark on the saber community, blending creativity and combat like no other. You can reach Mathew on https://diamond-dragons.com/ Dive into his inspiring journey with host Payal Nayar, streaming now on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, and YouTube or wherever you may listen to podcasts. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  4. Shaping the media revolution with Henry Woodman

    10/10/2024

    Shaping the media revolution with Henry Woodman

    In 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, where he spent two years producing the hit game show Machos. Henry Woodman’s career is marked by four Emmy nominations and a passion for travel that has taken him around the globe. He has produced and directed films and videos for top travel destinations worldwide, collaborating with major travel companies like American Airlines, American Express, and several government tourism boards. In 1997,Henry founded World Travelvision (WTV), revolutionising the travel industry by pioneering Digital Brochures and Virtual Reality 360° Panoramic Photography. This innovation led to the creation of ICE Portal in 2004, a groundbreaking technology and marketing company. Today, Henry is recognised as a leading expert in visual content management and distribution in the travel industry. Tune in now for the second episode of our new series Echoes of Impact with our host Payal Nayar. Episode streaming on all podcast streaming platforms and on YouTube. Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/2Vf8vv8⠀ Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Vf8uHA⠀ -Original music credit: Rish Sharma. His music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and other streaming platforms. -October2019 voicesandmore Pte Ltd All rights reserved Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  5. Future of B2B with Stephan Fehr

    10/04/2024

    Future of B2B with Stephan Fehr

    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 insights on the future of work, society, and AI. As the founder of ModernIQs, Stefan has established an AI App Store specifically designed for B2B applications that efficiently perform complex tasks, such as creating deeply optimised SEO blog articles. With just one click, businesses can generate a whole month or even a year's worth of content, making these apps many times more efficient than traditional SaaS solutions or ChatGPT. After diving into the AI space in 2019, Stefan has made significant strides in content creation, inbound marketing, and large-scale website design. Listen to the full episode now as we dive deep into Stephan’s AI-driven world. Tune in on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.  Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/2Vf8vv8⠀ Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Vf8uHA⠀ -Original music credit: Rish Sharma.His music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and other streaming platforms. -October2019 voicesandmore Pte Ltd All rights reserved Do support the show with reviews, shares and a one time donation to help bring you a lot more important content. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meltingpotcollective Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  6. The Power of Resilience with Joelle Kaufman

    09/26/2024

    The Power of Resilience with Joelle Kaufman

    In 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 host Payal Nayar explores Joelle's journey in this episode. With over 20 years of executive level business development, strategy, marketing, product management, sales and communications experience, Joelle Kaufman has led teams in media, enterprise technology, and consumer internet companies. Throughout her career, she has built strong, self-directed teams and leveraged extensive analytics to ensure that marketing and partnerships are delivering clear value to the company. Tune in with our host Payal Nayar to listen to and watch how Joelle brings a unique perspective to leadership development and organisational change. Episode available on all podcast streaming platforms. Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/2Vf8vv8⠀ Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Vf8uHA⠀ -Original music credit: Rish Sharma. His music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and other streaming platforms. -October2019 voicesandmore Pte Ltd All rights reserved Do support the show with reviews, shares and a one time donation to help bring you a lot more important content. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meltingpotcollective Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  7. Leading digital transformation with Patricia Mulles

    09/21/2024

    Leading digital transformation with Patricia Mulles

    In 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 dedication to bridging the gender gap in tech make her a key advocate for women in the digital age. Patricia’s significant contributions across various industries includes pioneering information systems for the Asian Development Bank, digital transformation projects for Samsung and Pearson, and co-founding tech startups Cross Media and ThumbMOB, as well as iconic art and music bar Big Sky Mind in Manila. Patricia has recently co-launched We Love MarTech, aimed at growing martech literacy in the APAC region. Her work has earned her features in Forbes Asia and Business World, and she was recognised as one of Asia's Women Leaders at the CMO Awards in 2019. Additionally, She Loves Data, the non-profit she leads, was honoured with the "Diversity Initiative of the Year" award by WiT Asia in 2019. Tune in now with our host Payal Nayar. Episode available on all podcast streaming platforms and on YouTube. Apple Podcasts: https://buff.ly/2Vf8vv8⠀ Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Vf8uHA⠀ -Original music credit: Rish Sharma. His music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and other streaming platforms. -October2019 voicesandmore Pte Ltd All rights reserved Do support the show with reviews, shares and a one time donation to help bring you a lot more important content. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meltingpotcollective Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  8. A candid talk between Krista Goon and Payal Nayar

    09/17/2024

    A candid talk between Krista Goon and Payal Nayar

    In 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 Asian women entrepreneurs. Having started from scratch during the pandemic, Krista’s episodes have since become a treasure trove of rich experiences from women navigating the entrepreneurial space across Asia. On the other hand, Payal Nayar, Founder and Host of the 'Melting Pot' and 'Now Boarding' podcasts, infuses her global perspective into every episode. A seasoned traveler and the visionary behind Voices and More, Payal’s rich experiences across multiple countries shape her thought-provoking and engaging conversations. With a deep passion for cultural exchange and a commitment to amplifying diverse voices, Payal’s journey through life’s varied landscapes fuels her insightful discussions, leaving listeners inspired by the stories and communities she encounters along the way. This episode is a delightful mix of personal stories, podcasting wisdom, and the celebration of podcasting experiences between Krista Goon and Payal Nayar. Tune in for a meaningful conversation between these two dynamic podcasters. Krista Goon https://www.instagram.com/womenpreneurasia/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristagoon/ Episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode also streaming on YouTube. -Original music credit: Rish Sharma. His music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and other streaming platforms. -October2019 voicesandmore Pte Ltd All rights reserved Do support the show with reviews, shares and a one time donation to help bring you a lot more important content. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meltingpotcollective Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
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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 curiosity create a platform for open dialogue, fostering a space where creativity and ideas can flourish. From motivational journeys of entrepreneurs to the soulful expressions of performing artists, Melting Pot captures the essence of human potential and the spirit of collaboration. Whether you're seeking inspiration, cultural insights, or just a fresh perspective, Melting Pot offers something for everyone. Tune in to explore the stories that unite us, challenge us, and inspire us to think beyond boundaries.  Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. https://plus.acast.com/s/melting-pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Payal Nayar
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    220
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Payal Nayar
  • Show Website
    Melting Pot

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