In The Room with Palak Dave

Palak Dave

Welcome to IN THE ROOM — a new series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully. Through intimate interviews, beautiful spaces, unforgettable meals, cultural experiences, and behind-the-scenes access to inspiring rooms worth being in, IN THE ROOM is your invitation to reconnect with a more meaningful life offline. Expect conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, chefs, founders, tastemakers, and people building intentional lives designed to inspire your own. The door is open, come on in.

Episodes

  1. Jul 7

    IN THE ROOM with Connie Lo & Laura Thompson| Building Three Ships Beauty & Making Forbes 30 Under 30

    Welcome to IN THE ROOM, a series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully. In episode 5, Palak sits down with Connie Lo and Laura Thompson, the co-founders of Three Ships Beauty, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, friendship, wellness, and building a beauty brand rooted in transparency and trust.What started with two friends bonding over their shared struggle to find affordable, truly natural skincare turned into a business built from a tiny kitchen with just $4,000. Together, they began formulating products that challenged an industry filled with confusing claims and greenwashing.Connie and Laura share the story behind Three Ships Beauty, the lessons they learned while growing a nationally recognized skincare brand, and how milestones like appearing on Dragon's Den and being named to Forbes 30 Under 30 shaped their journey. They also reflect on the values that keep them grounded, from their love of wellness, travel, and spending time with the people they love, to the personal experiences that continue to inspire their mission of making natural skincare more transparent and accessible for everyone.Through an honest and thoughtful conversation, this episode explores friendship, resilience, purpose, and what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up. The door is open. Come on in.Subscribe for new episodes weekly. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paldave/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ryzLoIFdAmWQl52nmjz?si=l6ktba5iTI2gpVg_LzoMRA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-room-with-palak-dave/id1896875421 Newsletter: https://palakdave.substack.com

  2. Jun 30

    IN THE ROOM with Philip Lago & Mystique Mattai | Building a Family, a Food Blog & a Cookbook

    Welcome to IN THE ROOM, a series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully.In Episode 4, Palak sits down with Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai, the married couple behind Chef Sous Chef, for a conversation about food, family, creativity, and building a life around gathering people at the table.Just three days after getting married in 2015, Philip and Mystique turned their post-wedding blues into something entirely unexpected: a food blog. What began as a creative outlet has since grown into Chef Sous Chef, a beloved online destination for home cooks, the Eat With Us cookbook, and contributions to Food Network Canada's Dining In and Menu Mashup.Together, they share how they approach elevating everyday meals, why cooking at home can be just as meaningful as dining out, and how slowing down to create beautiful experiences around food, has shaped both their work and their family life.They also reflect on becoming parents to 3 kids, traveling as a family, introducing their children to their cultural roots through food, and the importance of preserving traditions while creating new ones around the table.Through thoughtful conversation while making pizza from scratch (and then sitting down to enjoy it!), this episode explores partnership, home cooking, rituals, and finding joy in the ordinary.The door is open. Come on in.Subscribe for new episodes weekly.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paldave/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ryzLoIFdAmWQl52nmjz?si=l6ktba5iTI2gpVg_LzoMRAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-room-with-palak-dave/id1896875421Newsletter: https://palakdave.substack.com

  3. Jun 23

    IN THE ROOM with Dean Davidson & Fernando Fontinelle | The Letter from Anna Wintour That Changed Everything

    Welcome to IN THE ROOM, a series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully. In Episode 3, Palak sits down in an exclusive interview with Dean Davidson, Founder and Creative Director of Dean Davidson Jewelry, alongside his partner Fernando Fontinelle, for a conversation about building one of Canada's most beloved jewelry brands. Known for its bold, timeless designs and devoted community, Dean Davidson Jewelry has grown from a small passion project into a globally recognized brand worn by celebrities including Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer Lopez, earning recognition from fashion icons and customers around the world alike. Together, they discuss the inspiration behind Dean's most iconic pieces, the creative process of transforming ideas into wearable art, and the journey of building a brand that resonates with people on a deeper level. Dean also shares what it's really like to work alongside his partner, how they navigate business and life together, and the lessons they've learned through building a company as a team. The door is open. Come on in. Subscribe for new episodes weekly. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paldave/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ryzLoIFdAmWQl52nmjz?si=l6ktba5iTI2gpVg_LzoMRA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-room-with-palak-dave/id1896875421 Newsletter: https://palakdave.substack.com

  4. Jun 16

    IN THE ROOM with Andrea Christensen | Building Andrea's Cookies, From Self-Taught Baker to Toronto's Beloved Brand with the Best Collabs

    Welcome to IN THE ROOM, a series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully.In Episode 2, Palak sits down with Andrea Christensen, founder of Andrea's Cookies, a Toronto-based bakery that began as a simple passion project and has grown into a beloved local brand.Together, they discuss the realities of building a business from the ground up, why a great product and a great brand need to work hand in hand, and the challenges of showing up consistently as the face of your company. Andrea shares her journey from hobby baker to entrepreneur, the lessons she's learned along the way, and the pressure many founders feel to constantly create, promote, and perform in today's digital world. She also gives Palak a look into how the cookies are made! Through honest conversation and behind-the-scenes insights, this episode explores entrepreneurship, personal branding, creativity, and what it takes to build something people genuinely connect with.The door is open. Come on in. Subscribe for new episodes weekly. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paldave/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ryzLoIFdAmWQl52nmjz?si=l6ktba5iTI2gpVg_LzoMRAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-room-with-palak-dave/id1896875421 Newsletter: https://palakdave.substack.com

  5. Jun 9

    IN THE ROOM with Marina Middleton | Becoming CEO and Building Create & Cultivate, the "Coachella" for Career Women

    Welcome to IN THE ROOM, a series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully. In episode 1 , Palak sits down with Marina Middleton, VC-backed CEO and co-owner of Create & Cultivate, creator of the world's largest festival for women in business, co-host of WorkParty, and a first-generation Egyptian entrepreneur. Together, they discuss building communities that matter, scaling a modern media brand, navigating leadership as a female founder, and what it really takes to create opportunities for women in business. Marina shares lessons from her entrepreneurial journey, the realities of growing a company in today's landscape, and how intentional networking can change the course of a career.Through thoughtful conversation and behind-the-scenes insights, this episode offers a candid look at ambition, identity, resilience, and building a life and business on your own terms. The door is open. Come on in.Subscribe for new episodes weekly. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paldave/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ryzLoIFdAmWQl52nmjz?si=l6ktba5iTI2gpVg_LzoMRA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-room-with-palak-dave/id1896875421 Newsletter: https://palakdave.substack.com

  6. Jun 3

    IN THE ROOM with Palak Dave | Official Trailer

    Welcome to IN THE ROOM, a new series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully. Through intimate interviews, beautiful spaces, unforgettable meals, cultural experiences, and behind-the-scenes access to inspiring rooms worth being in, IN THE ROOM is your invitation to reconnect with a more meaningful life offline. Expect conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, chefs, founders, tastemakers, and people building intentional lives — alongside immersive experiences, travel, gatherings, and recommendations designed to inspire your own. The door is open. Come on in. Subscribe for new episodes weekly. Instagram: @paldave

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Welcome to IN THE ROOM — a new series by Palak Dave exploring the people, places, conversations, and experiences reminding us what it means to live fully. Through intimate interviews, beautiful spaces, unforgettable meals, cultural experiences, and behind-the-scenes access to inspiring rooms worth being in, IN THE ROOM is your invitation to reconnect with a more meaningful life offline. Expect conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, chefs, founders, tastemakers, and people building intentional lives designed to inspire your own. The door is open, come on in.

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