Insights With Deven

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“Insights with Deven” is a podcast where successful entrepreneurs, investors, creators, and industry leaders share the real stories behind their journey. From building businesses and creating wealth to overcoming struggles and taking risks, each episode delivers practical insights, mindset shifts, and life lessons that inspire growth. Hosted by Deven, this show explores business, money, property investing, entrepreneurship, immigrant success stories, and the mindset required to create an extraordinary life.

Episodes

  1. Oct 27

    What Sex Offenders Reveal About Child Safety | Child Safety Expert Toltu Tufa

    What do convicted sex offenders reveal about child safety? And what can parents do to protect their children from sexual abuse? In this eye-opening episode of Insights With Deven, I sit down with Toltu Tufa, a psychologist, sexual health educator, TEDx speaker and founder of Healthy Connections Institute, with nearly half a million followers across social media. Having worked with convicted sexual offenders and survivors of abuse, Toltu shares surprising insights into how offenders think, the mistakes parents unknowingly make, and practical ways to help keep children safe. We discuss child sexual abuse prevention, age-appropriate sex education, consent, body safety, pornography exposure, grooming, online safety and how to build a relationship where your children feel comfortable telling you anything. Should children be forced to hug relatives? When should you start talking to kids about sex? What if your child accidentally sees pornography? And why do some children stay silent when something inappropriate happens? This conversation challenges common parenting beliefs and offers practical lessons for anyone raising or caring for children. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction & Trailer01:45 Meet Toltu Tufa02:45 What Convicted Sex Offenders Reveal About Child Safety07:15 When Should Parents Start Sex Education?11:45 Teaching Children Body Safety, Boundaries & Consent16:15 Age-Appropriate Sex Education for Kids and Teenagers22:10 How to Answer Awkward Questions About Sex28:50 Pornography Exposure & Online Safety for Children36:20 Why Children Stay Silent About Sexual Abuse44:00 Building Trust and Open Communication With Your Child55:50 Child Sexual Abuse, Grooming & Warning Signs62:00 Should Children Be Forced to Hug Relatives? ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎤 CONNECT WITH TOLTU TUFA 🌐 Healthy Connections Institute:https://www.healthyconnectionsinstitute.com 📋 Parent Quiz:https://www.healthyconnectionsinstitute.com/quiz 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/toltutufa?exln=MWdzOTJrdGwyeGI0cw== 🎵 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@toltutufa?_r=1&_t=ZS-9Ato6o3Jnxl 📘 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1HGXpaEXEU/ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 CONNECT WITH INSIGHTS WITH DEVEN 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/insights_with_deven 📘 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqy24BRZj/ 💼 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven 🎵 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven 🎙️ Spotify:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/insightswithdeven/ 🍎 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-deven/id1896933608 🎤 Apply to be a guest:https://form.jotform.com/261861821807865 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 💬 QUESTION FOR PARENTS What's one thing you wish your parents had taught you about body safety, consent or relationships? Share your thoughts in the comments. 👍 If you found this conversation valuable, please Like, Share and Subscribe to Insights With Deven for more thought-provoking conversations about life, psychology, parenting and personal growth. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This episode discusses sensitive topics, including child sexual abuse and sexual offending. It is intended for general education and awareness, not individual psychological, medical or legal advice. If you have concerns about a child's safety, seek appropriate professional support or contact relevant authorities. #ChildSafety #ParentingTips #SexEducation #ChildAbusePrevention #InsightsWithDeven

  2. Oct 12

    From Taxi Driver to ASX Founder: How He Lost Everything TWICE & Started Again

    From taxi driver to ASX-listed company founder. From generational wealth to losing everything. Twice.Meet Harry Katsiabanis, an Australian serial entrepreneur who spent nearly four decades building businesses, only to see his success threatened by Uber, government deregulation and COVID-19.At his peak, Harry says he had accumulated enough wealth to secure his family for generations. Then the taxi industry changed almost overnight, devastating his business.Refusing to give up, he helped build another transport company and take it public on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). But just as things were looking up, COVID struck, bringing the industry to a standstill.Today, Harry is rebuilding through StorageX, a Melbourne-based self-storage business, with plans to expand the brand nationally.In this episode of Insights With Deven, Harry shares the extraordinary highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the lessons from losing everything, and the practical principles he uses to identify and build successful businesses.🎙️ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN🚕 How Harry went from driving taxis to operating one of Victoria's largest taxi fleets💰 How he negotiated an extra $1 million when selling his taxi payments business📉 How Uber and government deregulation devastated his business📈 How he helped take a transport company public on the ASX💔 What it feels like to lose generational wealth and start again🏢 How he entered the self-storage industry with zero experience💵 Why Harry estimates a new self-storage facility could require at least $15 million🧠 His six essential criteria for evaluating any business opportunity💪 The mindset, discipline and resilience required to rebuild after failureWhether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, business owner, property investor or someone looking for inspiration to start again, this conversation offers real-world insights into building businesses, managing risk and overcoming setbacks.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction & Podcast Highlights01:25 Harry's Entrepreneurial Journey Begins03:36 Expelled From University to Driving Taxis04:48 Starting an Import-Export Business08:24 How to Validate a Business Idea11:52 Buying His First Taxi Licence13:24 Growing His Taxi Fleet15:21 Competing Against Cabcharge17:57 Losing $200,000 to Fraud19:06 Building TaxiEpay21:45 Negotiating an Extra $1 Million23:49 Scaling to 200 Taxis26:47 How Uber and Deregulation Destroyed His Business28:26 Losing Generational Wealth29:34 Planning an ASX Listing31:45 Taking a Company Public on the ASX33:40 How COVID Devastated the Business35:38 Victorian Lockdowns & Starting Again36:20 Discovering the Self-Storage Business38:07 The 6 Rules for Building a Successful Business40:20 How Much Does Self-Storage Cost?41:20 StorageX's National Expansion Plans44:42 Starting a Business Without Experience46:40 Opening an Overseas Call Centre in 7 Days47:07 Harry's Advice for Entrepreneurs48:15 Overcoming Failure & Building Resilience49:16 Harry's Greek-Australian Childhood🌏 Connect with Insights With Deven📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insights_with_devenhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqy24BRZj/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven🎙️ Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/insightswithdeven/🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-deven/id1896933608🎤 Apply to be a guest:https://form.jotform.com/261861821807865👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Comment and Subscribe.⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Insights With Deven. This conversation is provided for general educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal or investment advice. #Entrepreneurship #AustralianBusiness #BusinessSuccess #SelfStorage #InsightsWithDeven

  3. Sep 21

    How To Buy Your First Commercial Property: An Expert's 11-Step Guide

    Commercial property investing can seem complicated—but what if you had a clear framework to follow from the beginning?Simon Borham has been involved in more than $1 billion worth of property transactions and now helps everyday Australians navigate commercial property investing.In this episode of Insights With Deven, Simon breaks down his 11-step commercial-property investment process—from setting your goals and securing finance to selecting an asset class, assessing tenants, conducting due diligence and purchasing the right property.We discuss:• How much money you need to buy your first commercial property• Why strategy should come before searching for a property• Choosing between industrial, retail, office and other asset classes• How to assess commercial-property locations• Tenant quality, lease terms and vacancy risk• Vacant versus tenanted commercial properties• Commercial-property finance and lending requirements• How rent can create capital growth• Two $1 million properties versus one $2 million property• Why industrial property is popular with private investors• The commercial-property “missing middle”• Finding off-market opportunities• The biggest mistakes first-time investors makeWhether you are completely new to commercial property or considering moving across from residential investing, this conversation provides a practical framework for understanding your first deal.CHAPTERS00:00 What you’ll learn00:21 Simon’s 11-step investing framework02:25 Choosing the right asset class03:23 How Simon evaluates a location04:34 Free commercial-property research sources05:58 Is now a good time to buy?06:45 Why strategy comes before property07:23 Due diligence: try to kill the deal08:13 Tenant quality and vacancy risk11:55 Vacant versus tenanted property14:28 How tenant quality affects property value17:03 Assessing a commercial tenant20:04 Two $1M properties or one $2M property?21:42 Matching the property to the tenant24:22 Purchase costs and lease outgoings26:22 The biggest commercial-property myth28:04 Commercial-property asset classes explained29:03 Choosing a strategy and risk level37:41 Commercial versus residential investing42:07 How much money does a beginner need?44:48 Properties below $1M and the “missing middle”45:49 How rent creates capital growth47:34 Why industrial property is so popular48:30 $1M residential versus $1M commercial51:25 What drives commercial-property growth?54:22 Simon’s personal investment strategy56:56 Diversification and multi-tenant properties1:00:43 Commercial-property lending explained1:02:07 How much lease term should remain?1:03:04 Choosing a commercial finance broker1:05:05 Three checks before buying1:06:55 Finding off-market opportunities1:07:37 Simon’s journey from Unilever to ALDI🌏 Connect with Simon Borham📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simon.borham/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimonBorhamCommercial/💼 LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/simon-borham-b67a415aWebsite: https://manecommercial.com.au/buyers-agent/🌏 Connect with Insights With Deven📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insights_with_devenhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqy24BRZj/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven🎙️ Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/insightswithdeven/🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-deven/id1896933608🎤 Apply to be a guest:https://form.jotform.com/261861821807865👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Comment and Subscribe.This conversation is for general education only and does not constitute financial, tax, legal or investment advice. Always seek advice appropriate to your individual circumstances.#CommercialProperty #PropertyInvesting #AustralianProperty

  4. Aug 20

    Travel Hacks Expert: How to Find Cheap Flights and Business Class Deals Using Points

    What if flying Business Class didn’t have to cost $10,000?In this episode of Insights With Deven, I sit down with Immanuel Debeer, founder of Flight Hacks, to break down how Australians can use frequent flyer points, credit cards, reward-seat tools and smarter booking strategies to find cheaper flights and fly Business Class for less.Immanuel explains why earning points is often the easy part — actually finding and redeeming them for valuable flights is where most people get stuck.We cover how to start travel hacking from zero, Qantas vs Velocity, how experts search for reward seats, when to use cash instead of points, how credit cards can help — or hurt — and why simply holding hundreds of thousands of points may not be as smart as it sounds.One of my favourite parts of this conversation is the live demonstration.Immanuel shows me the exact workflow he uses to search for Business Class reward seats, including tools such as Seats.aero and Gyoza Flights, and searches a real Melbourne-to-Mumbai example.Within minutes, we find a strategy that could reduce the cost of the same SriLankan Airlines Business Class flight from approximately US$2,689 to around US$1,600.If you’ve ever wondered how people find cheap flights, how to fly Business Class using points, or whether travel hacking actually works for ordinary Australians, this episode is for you.## CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:54 The Travel Hack Most Australians Underestimate01:46 Starting From Zero: Can You Fly Business Class in 6 Months?03:28 When Should You Start Searching for Reward Seats?05:34 Qantas vs Velocity: Where Should Beginners Start?07:11 Buying Airline Points to Save on Business Class08:43 LIVE: How to Find Business Class Reward Seats13:19 Melbourne to Mumbai: US$2,689 vs ~US$1,60014:08 Gyoza Flights: Finding More Reward Seats16:35 The Biggest Flight Booking Mistake18:18 Are Credit Cards Bad for Travel Hacking?24:02 Who Should Avoid the Credit Card Strategy?28:36 Who Really Pays for Your Frequent Flyer Points?34:00 How to Choose Your First Points Credit Card36:52 Destination First or Points Program First?38:10 How to Make Every Dollar Earn Points41:16 500,000 Points But No Business Class Seat?45:12 Are Airlines Better at Helping You Earn Than Redeem?47:24 Travel Hacking for Busy People49:24 The Simple Points Strategy for Beginners52:22 When Do Airlines Release Reward Seats?54:13 What to Change When You Can’t Find a Seat55:20 AwardSpy and Reward Seat Alerts57:42 Phantom Reward Seats Explained58:25 The Truth About “$138 First Class”1:00:12 Cash vs Points: Which Should You Use?1:01:29 Why You Shouldn’t Transfer Points Too Early1:02:13 Earn and Burn: Why You Shouldn’t Hoard Points1:03:27 Etihad Residence: ~$3K Instead of $10K–$15K1:04:51 The Cheap Business Class Trick Most Australians Miss📥 Connect with Immanuel DebeerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flighthacksYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/flighthacksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/immanuel-debeer/Website: flighthacks.com.au🌏 Connect with Insights With Deven📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insights_with_deven📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqy24BRZj/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven🎙️ Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/insightswithdeven/🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-deven/id1896933608🎤 Apply to be a guest:https://form.jotform.com/261861821807865👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Comment and Subscribe.⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode is for general information and educational purposes only. Credit-card products, frequent flyer programs, points values, reward availability, fees and terms can change. #TravelHacking #BusinessClass #FrequentFlyer #CheapFlights #TravelTips

  5. Aug 5

    Australia's Most Followed Property Valuer Values My Investment Property Live

    Want to know how professional property valuers actually determine what a home is worth?In this episode of Insights With Deven, I sit down with Belinda Botzolis — Australia's most followed property valuer, Registered Tax Agent, property expert, and content creator with over 200,000 followers across social media.After valuing more than 15,000 properties, Belinda has helped banks, investors and everyday Australians understand what properties are really worth. But instead of just talking about property valuation, I challenged her to do something different.For the first time on Insights With Deven, Belinda values one of my own investment properties live, showing exactly how professional property valuers analyse homes, compare recent sales, assess risk and determine market value.Whether you're buying your first home, investing in Australian property, renovating, or planning to sell, this episode will completely change the way you think about property valuation.In this episode:• Live property valuation of my investment property• How professional property valuers actually value homes• The biggest mistakes Australians make when buying property• What adds value to a home—and what doesn't• Renovations that cost more than the value they add• Why swimming pools often don't increase value as much as people think• Why bank valuations can differ from purchase prices• What valuers look for that buyers often miss• New homes vs established homes• The biggest mistakes buyers make during inspections• The Australian property market trends every buyer should understand• Why two qualified valuers can arrive at different values• How Belinda built one of Australia's largest property education audiences⏱️ Chapters00:00 Trailer01:24 Live Property Valuation of My Investment Property17:03 The Biggest Property Mistake Australians Make22:51 How Professional Property Valuers Actually Think34:14 Why Bank Valuations Are Lower Than Purchase Price43:52 What Property Valuers Notice That Buyers Miss53:47 Home Renovations That DON'T Add Property Value01:02:00 New vs Established Property: Which Is Better?01:09:18 Property Inspection Tips Every Home Buyer Should Know01:11:46 Australian Property Market Update01:14:23 Buyers Agents, Commercial Property & Common Mistakes01:20:47 How Belinda Botzolis Built a 200K+ Audience01:29:43 Final Thoughts📥 Connect with Belinda BotzolisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/belinda.the.valuerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thevaluerLinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/belinda-botzolis-30010a151Website: https://addvaluer.com/🌏 Connect with Insights With Deven📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insights_with_deven📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqy24BRZj/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven🎙️ Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/insightswithdeven/🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-deven/id1896933608🎤 Apply to be a guest:https://form.jotform.com/261861821807865👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Comment and Subscribe. It helps the channel tremendously and allows us to continue bringing conversations with Australia's leading experts in property, finance, business, technology and wealth creation.⚠️ DisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, tax or investment advice. The views expressed are those of the guest and host at the time of recording. Always conduct your own research and seek advice from qualified professionals before making financial decisions.#PropertyValuation #PropertyValuer #AustralianProperty #PropertyInvesting #InsightsWithDeven

  6. Jul 11

    Tax Expert Reveals the Money Mistakes Keeping Australians Broke | Mansi Anand

    📌 Are Australians making the same money mistakes over and over again? In this episode of Insights With Deven, I sit down with Mansi Anand, Chartered Accountant and content creator (@yourfavouriteca), to uncover what she's learned after seeing thousands of Australians' financial situations. We discuss the biggest financial mistakes people make, common tax myths, ATO misconceptions, side hustles, lifestyle inflation, high-income earners who still struggle with money, AI, and the habits that separate people who build wealth from those who don't. Whether you're a student, young professional, migrant, business owner, property investor or simply looking to make smarter financial decisions, this conversation is packed with practical insights that could save you money and help you avoid costly mistakes. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:04 Why high-income earners still struggle with money 03:18 Lifestyle creep explained 04:09 Habits of financially successful people 05:40 The biggest money mistake Australians make 08:56 Why people keep believing financial misinformation 10:06 Biggest mistakes migrants make in Australia 12:09 Signs you're heading towards financial trouble 16:19 Biggest tax myths Australians still believe 19:59 Tax deductions people get wrong 21:06 Can the ATO really see everything? 25:20 Tax mistakes that become expensive later 30:44 What Australians are getting wrong about money in 2026 32:19 Opportunities hidden in today's tax changes 38:03 What the ATO actually knows about your finances 40:55 Should you trust AI for tax advice? 42:42 Will AI replace accountants? 46:06 Are Australians becoming more financially literate? 48:54 What wealthy clients do differently 54:03 Surprising business success stories 01:00:42 One money lesson everyone should learn before 25 01:01:55 How accounting changed Mansi's relationship with money 01:03:03 When should you hire an accountant? 01:06:43 Biggest misconception about accountants 01:09:32 What accountants legally cannot advise you on 01:11:06 What everyone should track throughout the year 01:12:55 Biggest side hustle tax mistakes 01:14:48 Money secrets that damage relationships 01:19:42 Quick Fire Round 01:20:31 Mansi's biggest lesson about money 01:21:43 Mansi's career journey 01:24:04 CPA vs CA vs Accountant 01:26:22 Accountant salary progression 01:29:07 Final thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who wants to become better with money. 📌 Follow Mansi Anand (@yourfavouriteca): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfavouriteca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586568055447 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mansi-anand-0426629087/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourfavouriteca 📌 Follow Insights With Deven: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insights_with_deven Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqy24BRZj/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven 📌 Listen to my podcasts: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@InsightsWithDeven/podcasts Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/insightswithdeven/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-deven/id1896933608 📌Apply to be a guest on the podcast: https://form.jotform.com/261861821807865 #MoneyMistakes #PersonalFinanceAustralia #TaxAustralia #FinancialLiteracy #TaxHacks

  7. Jul 2

    How to Invest in Property in Australia (Step-by-Step) | PK Gupta

    Thinking about investing in Australian property but don't know where to start?In this episode of Insights With Deven, I sit down with  @AusPropertyMasteryWithPK  — former investment banker, property investor, educator, and founder of one of Australia's largest property investor communities.After leaving a successful career in investment banking, PK built a $25M+ property portfolio, became debt-free in his 30s, and has helped thousands of Australians better understand property investing through his data-driven approach.In this conversation, PK shares his complete framework for building wealth through Australian property, including how beginners should get started, the 30–35 factors he uses to identify high-growth suburbs, how to negotiate better property deals, and why he believes there are still incredible opportunities in today's market.Whether you're buying your first investment property, looking to grow your portfolio, or simply wanting to understand how successful investors think, this episode is packed with practical insights and actionable advice.In this episode:• How to start investing in Australian property from scratch• How much money you really need to buy your first investment property• PK Gupta's step-by-step property investing framework• The 30–35 factors used to identify high-growth suburbs• Stock on Market, Days on Market & Vendor Discounting explained• How to choose the right suburb and investment property• Why regional property investing can outperform• How to choose a great property manager• The biggest myths about Australian property investing• Red flags every property investor should avoid• Melbourne & regional Victoria property opportunities• Property vs ETFs – which is better?• Rental yield vs capital growth• Negotiation strategies that can save thousands• The mindset required to build long-term wealth⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction00:53 Step-by-step plan for beginner property investors03:30 PK Gupta's property investment framework07:04 Why regional investing works09:41 How to choose the right property manager12:46 Best free property research websites15:24 Biggest myths about Australian property investing18:35 Property red flags to avoid20:02 Can average Australians still build wealth through property?22:05 Why PK prefers residential property24:08 Capital growth vs rental yield26:06 What rental yield should investors look for?28:13 Negotiation strategies with real estate agents30:55 Best property opportunities over the next 5–10 years35:59 Melbourne & regional Victoria opportunities38:29 What separates successful investors?41:07 PK's investing philosophy42:43 Advice to his younger self44:23 Biggest takeaway from this conversation45:28 Property vs ETFs48:20 Inside PK Gupta's investment portfolio49:25 Liquidity risk in property investing50:54 Closing---🌏 Connect with Insights With Deven🎥 YouTubehttps://youtube.com/@InsightsWithDeven🎙️ Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0qwoIBkX4SNXWSmQEuKAHa📸 Instagramhttps://instagram.com/insights_with_deven💼 LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/insights-with-deven/📘 Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1CKP4LPk7b/🎵 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@insights_with_deven?_r=1&_t=ZS-97c0SMhjGTp---👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Comment and Subscribe. It helps the channel tremendously and allows us to continue bringing conversations with experts in property investing, personal finance, business and wealth creation.---⚠️ DisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, tax or investment advice. The views expressed are those of the guest and host at the time of recording. Always conduct your own research and seek advice from qualified professionals before making financial decisions.#PropertyInvesting #PKGupta #AustralianProperty #PersonalFinance

  8. Jun 16

    One of the World's Most Accomplished Scientists: What Most People Get Wrong About The Future

    He studied under a kerosene lamp in a small village in India.A teacher saw potential in him and opened his home so he could continue his education.Decades later, Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC FRS would become one of the world's most accomplished scientists, publish more than 1,000 research papers, collaborate with researchers across 30+ countries, and earn some of the highest honours in science.In this episode of Insights With Deven, I sit down with Professor Chennupati Jagadish to explore his extraordinary journey from rural India to global scientific leadership.We discuss the failures that shaped his success, the teacher who changed his life, the 300+ rejection letters he received before landing his first international opportunity, the sacrifices behind a world-class career, and why he believes Australia is at a critical crossroads when it comes to science, innovation and research investment.We also dive into nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, scientific collaboration, the future of humanity, and the lessons every young person can learn from a lifetime spent at the frontier of science.In this conversation, you'll learn:• How one teacher completely changed the trajectory of his life• Why failure can be one of your greatest advantages• The lesson behind receiving 300+ rejection letters• What nanotechnology actually is and why it already impacts your daily life• Why Australia is falling behind in research and innovation• What the future of AI, science and technology may look like• The sacrifices required to succeed at the highest level• Why gratitude may be one of the most underrated success traits• The advice he would give to every young person with ambitious dreams⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 The Story Almost Nobody Knows00:56 Meet One Of The World's Most Accomplished Scientists01:01 He Studied Under A Kerosene Lamp02:21 The Teacher Who Changed Everything03:17 The Failure That Changed His Life04:00 Why Nobody Would Hire Him04:58 A Chance Encounter Changed His Future06:21 "I'm A Master Of Failures"06:47 The People He Owes Everything To08:16 The Power Of Gratitude09:44 What If That Teacher Never Helped Him?10:44 The Most Emotional Moment Of His Life11:36 Can One Person Change A Life?12:34 The Biggest Obstacle He Had To Overcome13:31 Leaving India For The Unknown14:26 Rejected More Than 300 Times15:24 The Opportunity That Changed Everything16:22 The Unexpected Journey To Australia17:19 He Arrived With A Two-Year Contract18:15 The Decision That Built His Career20:07 The Hidden Cost Of Success21:06 What Success Took Away From Him22:57 His Biggest Regret As A Parent23:20 What Is Nanotechnology Really?24:16 Nanotechnology Is Already Everywhere25:13 The Medical Breakthroughs Coming Next27:04 The Technology Most People Are Ignoring28:00 What Most People Get Wrong About The Future29:24 Is AI Going To Replace Us?30:31 The Real Danger Of New Technology30:58 Australia Is Falling Behind. Here's Why.33:09 The Plan That Could Change Australia's Future34:07 What Happens If We Don't Act?35:35 What Politicians Still Don't Understand37:02 Research Is Not A Cost38:57 Why He Spoke Out Against The System40:56 The Breakthroughs That Will Change Humanity41:53 Why Young People Are Avoiding STEM42:17 The Skill That Will Matter Most In The Future42:44 His Message To Every Young Person44:15 The Formula For Success44:55 Final Thoughts You can also follow me on 🎙️ YouTube 📸 Instagram 📘 Facebook 🎵 TikTokSubscribe to Insights With Deven for conversations that inspire better decisions through better insights.#Science #Innovation #Nanotechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #Research #Australia #Education #Future #Podcast

    One of the World's Most Accomplished Scientists: What Most People Get Wrong About The Future

  9. May 7

    Privacy-First AI for Schools | Inside Australia’s On-Prem Education Startup

    Artificial intelligence is rapidly entering classrooms — but at what cost to student privacy?In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Sinnott, founder of Syntrava, a Australia-based AI startup building a privacy-first, on-premises AI server for Victorian schools. Unlike cloud-based AI tools that send student data offshore, Syntrava’s solution runs entirely within school premises, giving schools full data sovereignty, zero subscriptions, and complete control.We dive deep into:How the idea for Syntrava came to lifeThe biggest challenges in building privacy-first AI for schoolsWhat makes Syntrava unique in the Australian EdTech spaceSyntrava’s future roadmap and vision for AI in classroomsLessons learned from building and scaling an AI startupThis conversation is essential for educators, school leaders, parents, policymakers, and edtech founders who care about ethical AI, data privacy, and the future of learning in Australia.📍 Built in Melbourne, Australia🔒 Designed for K-12 education🎓 Made for schools that prioritise student privacy👉 If you’re interested in startup stories, AI in education, student data protection, or Australian startups, this episode is a must-watch.

    Privacy-First AI for Schools | Inside Australia’s On-Prem Education Startup

  10. May 7

    How a 10th Fail Man Built a Global Pharma Empire | Rags to Riches Podcast

    In this podcast, Kantilal Shah, founder of Montage Laboratories Pvt Ltd, shares how he built a pharmaceutical manufacturing company from scratch after failing 10th grade and growing up in poverty in rural Gujarat.He came from Vijayanagar, a small village in Gujarat.He had no formal education in pharmacy.His family struggled financially.But he had something extraordinary — ambition, resilience, and the courage to think bigger than his circumstances.In 1991, Kantilal Shah founded Montage Laboratories Pvt Ltd from scratch — without a pharmacy degree and with limited financial resources.Today, the company is worth hundreds of crores and exports pharmaceutical products to 65+ countries worldwide.In this powerful podcast episode, Kantilal Shah shares his rags-to-riches entrepreneurial journey and the real business lessons behind building a successful pharmaceutical company.In this conversation, you’ll learn:• How he entered the pharmaceutical industry without formal education• The early struggles of starting a pharmaceutical manufacturing business• Business failures and personal setbacks he faced• Cash flow crises and how he survived them• How he built international export networks• Leadership lessons from running a global business• Practical advice for young entrepreneurs and startup foundersThis is more than just a success story.It’s a masterclass in entrepreneurship, perseverance, risk-taking, and long-term thinking.If you're interested in:Entrepreneurship Hindi language podcast on EntrepreneurshipPharmaceutical manufacturingExport business from IndiaIndian business success storiesStartup growth strategiesBusiness leadership & wealth creationThen this episode is a must-watch.

    How a 10th Fail Man Built a Global Pharma Empire | Rags to Riches Podcast
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“Insights with Deven” is a podcast where successful entrepreneurs, investors, creators, and industry leaders share the real stories behind their journey. From building businesses and creating wealth to overcoming struggles and taking risks, each episode delivers practical insights, mindset shifts, and life lessons that inspire growth. Hosted by Deven, this show explores business, money, property investing, entrepreneurship, immigrant success stories, and the mindset required to create an extraordinary life.

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  • Creator
    Deven
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Deven
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