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. 4d ago

    Wendy Su: Finding Your Own Path | Mental Health, Identity & Cultural Expectations

    What happens when the life you thought you were supposed to live suddenly doesn’t feel like yours? In Episode 208 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Wendy Su to talk about mental health, psychology, identity, cultural expectations, career choices, university, personal growth and the uncomfortable process of becoming your own person. Wendy originally planned to pursue medicine. But after arriving at university, she realised something was wrong: she was going to classes because she felt she had to, not because she wanted to. That moment changed everything. She moved into psychology and neuroscience, explored cultural psychology and mental health, moved from Otago to Auckland, navigated expectations within her Chinese family and community, and learned what it means to build a life that actually aligns with who she is becoming. We talk honestly about: • Choosing a different career path when everyone expects something else• Mental health and Wendy’s own journey from high school onwards• Chinese and New Zealand cultural identity• Leaving home and discovering that you become a different person• Why being an “outlier” might actually be completely okay• Career uncertainty and feeling like you’re on a different timeline• Volunteering, holding space and supporting others• Creativity, vlogging and capturing the process of life• Following your gut when something feels right or wrong• Values, morals and knowing when it is time to move on• And the powerful reminder Wendy leaves us with: give yourself grace This is a conversation about identity, belonging, mental health, personal growth and finding your own direction when the traditional path doesn't quite fit. Wendy’s basket of knowledge? Have a listen to find out 🎧 Listen to the full conversation and decide which part belongs in your own basket of knowledge.

  2. Sep 7

    Who Are You Without Your Labels? | Identity, Authenticity & Brave Conversations

    Who are you when the labels you've built your life around no longer fit? In Episode 207 of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Anna and Katie from Brave Conversation Club for an honest conversation about identity, authenticity, grief, spirituality, self-discovery and the courage to have the conversations many of us avoid. Anna and Katie share their own journeys of moving beyond titles, expectations and the identities they once thought defined them. From corporate careers and personal loss to exhaustion, forced stillness and discovering parts of themselves they had kept hidden, this conversation asks an important question: Are you living as your true self, or as the person you think everyone else expects you to be? We explore why losing an identity can feel like grief, how one brave conversation changed the trajectory of both their lives, the importance of pausing and reflecting, and why we need to start showing up for ourselves. In this episode, we explore: • Identity and the labels we give ourselves• Authenticity and being your true self• Grief, change and life transitions• Why constantly performing for others becomes exhausting• Spirituality and bringing your whole self into the world• The power of one brave conversation• Why pausing and reflection matter• How to start showing up for yourself• Why you may already be enough This is a conversation for anyone who has ever looked at their life and wondered: Who am I underneath all of this? 🎙️ Guests: Anna and Katie from Brave Conversation Club🎧 Baskets of Knowledge – Episode 207

  3. Aug 31

    Episode 206: Serving a Purpose. 100 Episodes Later with Ozair Sahib

    What happens when you meet someone again 100 podcast episodes after your first conversation? Back in Episode 106 of Baskets of Knowledge, Ozair Sahib was an intern pharmacist beginning his professional journey. Now, 100 episodes later, he's back as a qualified pharmacist, Employee of the Year and intern coordinator  and this time, the conversation goes far beyond his career. Ozair joins us to talk about career growth, confidence, identity, faith, friendship, leadership, personal development and the challenge of becoming a better version of yourself. We explore what happens when university ends and real working life begins, why transitions can challenge your identity, how to maintain meaningful friendships when life gets busy, and what it takes to step into opportunities when you're not sure you're ready. We also talk about faith and finding common ground between people, managing different personalities at work, looking after yourself physically and mentally, and why Ozair's proudest moments aren't the awards he's received but the moments where he's been able to help someone else. And perhaps the biggest lesson? You don't always need to change the whole world. Sometimes changing one person's day is enough. This is a conversation about growth, purpose, connection, confidence and the impact we can have on other people. 🎧 Listen to Episode 206 of Baskets of Knowledge with Ozair Sahib and discover what changed in those 100 episodes. If you're navigating a career transition, finding your identity, building confidence, managing people or simply trying to become a better human being, there's something here for you.

  4. Aug 24

    Fatima Obidi: Starting Again, Saying Yes & Becoming Unstoppable | Baskets of Knowledge #205

    Five years ago, Fatima Obidi arrived in New Zealand from Afghanistan with one suitcase and the challenge of starting again. Today, she is completing a Bachelor of Business at AUT, working four jobs, supporting her community and creating opportunities for other refugee women. In this powerful conversation, Fatima shares her journey through language barriers, rejection, education, university, community, public speaking, career opportunities and the mindset that keeps her moving forward. Her message is simple: “Just keep going.” But there is much more behind those three words. Hear how Fatima learned to say yes to opportunities, handle rejection, overcome the fear of judgement, build confidence and surround herself with people who help her grow. 🎧 Listen to Episode 205 of Baskets of Knowledge and discover why Fatima describes herself as unstoppable.

  5. Jul 28

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

    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 people If 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.

  6. Jul 7

    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

  7. 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

  8. 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.

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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
    217
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Prajesh Chhanabhai; Tane Whitehead
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