Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani
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This podcast unpacks the importance of understanding where each of us come from, and the role it's played in where we’re going.
Each episode is an honest and personal conversation about legacy, identity, and the lessons passed down through generations.
Each guest is someone who has broken barriers through what they're now doing, from founders and CEOs, to creatives and athletes, we explore how our roots shaped us, what we can learn from the stories of our elders, and how much culture has evolved even since our own childhoods.
From societal expectations on success to relationships, I get the guest to share their own experience a on overcoming generational struggles, and their advice for the next generation.
If you're someone who’s ever felt stuck between living life the way you want or fitting in, or you’re still figuring out where you belong, you're not alone here.
And if you’re a guest on the show, this isn’t just about sharing your bio. It’s about sharing the stories that made you you, and leaving behind something meaningful for the next generation to hear.
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S3E83 Why We Hide Our Pain & How To Raise Kids In The Digital Age | Amit Singh Kalley
"I refuse to not talk about my grief. I refuse to not talk about my child's medical issues. I refuse not to talk about my ADHD because, again, that's another thing we just don't do in our community."…
S3E82 The Mental Health Crisis of High Performers & Why Community Is Our Last Hope | Haydn Elliot
What does it really mean to be strong? Not physically, but in the moments when your mind is breaking while your smile stays fixed. “An honest, raw conversation about mental health, grit, belonging,…
S3E42 CEO of Majama: My Personal Struggles, Business & An Immeasurable Respect For My Family
WARNING: expect laughter In Part 1, we discuss: Dealing with digestive discomforts :'D Being aware of your body's symptoms and reluctance of the older generation to change Starting Majama inspired by…
S3E81 Arjun Sofat on Discipline, Isolation & The Family Lessons That Helped Build Free Soul
In this deeply personal and revealing conversation, Anand speaks with Arjun Sofat, Co‑Founder & CEO of Free Soul, about the deeper influences that shaped his entrepeneurship journey to building a…
Josh White (CanO Water) on ADHD, Addiction & Breaking Family Patterns
What if the hardest parts of your childhood could become the reason you succeed? In this episode, Josh White, co-founder of Cano Water, sits down with me for his most open conversation yet - sharing…
“You Don’t Look Like A Smith” - Trina Smith on Mixed Heritage & The Problems With Mainstream Music
Trina Smith, CEO of Electric Pineapple media, grew up between two cultures, never “looking” the part, and without anyone who looked like her to follow. Her journey through identity and music reveals…
S3E78 Why South Asian Culture Was Sustainable Long Before It Became Cool
Growing up in a South Asian household meant reused yoghurt tubs, saving every bag, and never wasted food - but none of it was called sustainability. In the next instalment of the South Asian Heritage…
S3E77 Identity, Faith and Self-Acceptance: The Story of Britain's First Out Muslim Drag Queen
Have you ever felt like you never quite fit in with your faith, family or community? Can you still be accepted by your culture even if they say you can't? Asifa Lahore is Britain Asian, and the UK's…
Malaysia, Asians' Love For Snacks, ChatGPT is Bad & Why More Doesn't = Happier
Every culture has the good, the bad (and the ugly?). With Patricia - a writer, poet, and thoughtful observer of human behaviour - we unpack everything from the things we love and hate of Asian…
S4E76 Hitchhiking Across Continents - The Unforgettable Story & Life Lessons of Ramnik Karia
I’m honoured to share the incredible journey of Ramnik Karia. Born in East Africa, Ramnik’s life has taken him across borders, cultures, and challenges - from hitchhiking his way to the UK to taking…
S3E75 How Do Cultural Values Shape (and Sometimes Sabotage) Success? w/ John Wang
Ever felt like you're living two lives? One shaped by the culture you were born into, and the other by the world you're trying to thrive in? I sit down with John Wang, speaker, entrepreneur and the…
S3E74 Is creativity being suppressed by the very communities that raised us? w/ Ketna Patel
Why do so many of of us never reach our creative potential? In this episode, I sit down with Ketna Patel, a British-Kenyan-Indian mixed media pop artist, to talk about the cultural, societal, and…
S3 Highlight 17: Why Your Loved Ones Might Not Always Be Supportive Of Your Dreams
Your breakthrough might be someone else's breakdown. In this clip, Amardeep, founder of The BAE HQ, and I discuss why the people closest to you often provide the least support for your ambitions. The…
S3E73 Feeling Lost, Letting Go of Expectations & Learning to Live on Your Own Terms | Amardeep Parmar
Are fear, regret, and other's expectations keeping you stuck? How much of your life is shaped by what others want you to do, rather than what you'd love to do? In this episode, I get Amardeep Parmar,…
S3 Highlight 16: Why Finding Your Passion Feels Lonely & How to Know If It’s Worth Pursuing
Finding your passion can feel like a lonely journey, especially when you’re trying to figure out if it’s worth turning into your purpose. In this highlight, we explore why pursuing your passion often…
S3E72 Reframing Your ’Disadvantages’ & How to Balance Hustle and Stress While Following Your Passion
What does it really mean when people say 'find what your passionate about'? How do you find it if you don't even know what that looks like? In this episode, we sit down with Francis, an inspiring…
S3E71 From Iron Curtain to Bond Girl: How Optimism & Resilience Powered My Success | Anika Pavel
We sit down with the remarkable Anika Pavel, an English-Czechoslovakian actress, model, and author known for her role in The Spy Who Loved Me alongside Roger Moore. Anika takes us through her…
S3 Highlight 15: Why We See Ourselves Worse Than Others Do
We often see ourselves more negatively than others do. This phenomenon, known as the "Liking Gap," shows how we consistently underestimate how much others like us. We’re harder on ourselves, and that…
S3E70 Why Our Culture Influences Our Confidence & How To Build Multicultural Relationships
I sat with Life & Career Transition Coach, Summie Yeung, to explore the evolving challenges faced by immigrants and the critical role of cultural intelligence in today's world. 🔍 Why…
S3E69 ”90% are not engaged with their work”, Why Passion Can’t Protect You From Burnout & How to Stop Chasing Success and Start Living
In this thought-provoking episode, the founders of Thrivall dive deep into some of today’s most critical conversations around workplace engagement, mental health, burnout, and wellbeing. We also…
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Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani has published 104 episodes since January 2021, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 47m.
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