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$How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Fables, refabulations, and the human experience ft. Prawin AdhikariPrawin Adhikari is one prolific writer, always writing, always working on the next project. He joins the podcast to talk about his latest book Budhani (SAFU). Budhani is based on Tharu folktales and is an exciting collaboration between two writers and languages. Prawin wrote the English version while Indu Tharu has written the Tharu version of the story. Prawin says he 'refabulated' the tales. Listen to explore what that means and some important tips on character crafting. -How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://theopen.institute⁠⁠⁠⁠)Producer/Host...2025-06-191h 07 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Writing from Memory ft. Niranjan KunwarWhat does writing from memory mean? How do we do that? These are some central questions we explore in this episode with Niranjan Kunwar. Niranjan's memoir Between Queens and the Cities (FinePrint) was published in 2020. Mijok's Trip and the English translation of Seto Dharti are two of his forthcoming works. -How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science (⁠⁠⁠https://theopen.institute⁠⁠⁠)Producer/Host - Alfa M. ShakyaSound Editing - Animesh Shreshta (Amax Inc) Music - Shaurya Kshatri-How’...2025-06-0949 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Bringing my grandmother's village to fiction ft. Weena PunIf you've been struggling with your writings, here's an episode to help you get back on track. Weena Pun spent a long time writing Kanchhi (Hachette), her debut novel that came out in 2024. The novel is set in her grandmother's village and in this conversations she shares what inspired her to write this book, some golden writing nuggets, and how she persisted through the years. -How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science (⁠⁠https://theopen.institute⁠⁠)Producer/Host - Alfa M. ShakyaSound Editing - Animesh...2025-05-271h 18

That Filmy Game Show

That Filmy Game ShowThat Filmy game Show ft. Aadar Malik vs Ashish Shakya | (Bollywood Comedy Quiz Game Show)Firstly, you can vote for us to win an award!Do vote for That Filmy Game Show in the Best Innovative Format Category for the HT Smartcast Awards: https://survey.zohopublic.in/zs/H3CRUA?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacoG4zbKNdH0teze7i3lbWz5L4YIA-vlvhHMEL2DclaAfGym-NVHXsfnf-WVA_aem_4al8JWbCsT2xBh5jR-YJIQ On this episode of That Filmy Game Show, Antariksh is joined by hilarious comedians and podcasters Aadar Malik and Ashish Shakya where they talk about the latest movies they've seen (Mickey 17, Nadaaniyan, Superboys of Malegaon) and compete in one of the closest battles for the of Biggest Bollywood...2025-05-261h 17 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?On Writing 'Human Nature' ft. Thomas BellIn the first episode of the third season, we have journalist and writer Tom Bell joining us! We met him during the launch of his second book Human Nature (Penguin) in November 2024 and sat down for a quick conversation about the process behind the book. He shares his research process, note taking, reading methods and others. -How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science (⁠https://theopen.institute⁠)Producer/Host - Alfa M. ShakyaSound Editing - Animesh Shreshta (Amax Inc) Music - Shaurya Ksha...2025-05-0848 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Why talk about the creative process in the age of AI? | Season 3How'd You Create That? is back with the third season. It's the time of AI as we head to summer in 2025. But why talk about the creative process when we can generate many things by simply writing a prompt? -How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science (https://theopen.institute)Producer/Host - Alfa M. ShakyaSound Editing - Animesh Shreshta (Amax Inc) Music - Shaurya KshatriSocial Media - Iru Niroula 2025-05-0703 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?On Writing 'Everything the Light Touches' ft. Janice PariatJanice Pariat visited Nepal during the Nepal Literature Festival 2024 and that was when this episode started to take shape. Janice is a storyteller, a traveler, and a forest seeker. She is the author of a short story collection Boats on Land and the novels Seahorse and The Nine Chambered-Heart. In this episode, she takes us on a journey behind her latest novel, Everything the Light Touches which was published in 2022. — How’d You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science https://theopen.institute Producer/Host - Alfa...2024-12-291h 26 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Behind the Contest-Winning Stories ft. Sharad Duwal, Dia Yonzon, LalahangWhat makes a story unforgettable? In this episode, we sit down with the creative minds behind the 2023 Writing Nepal story writing contest winners. Sharad, Lalahang, and Dia take us on a journey through their inspirations, challenges, and the magical moments that shaped their award-winning stories. You’ll hear how their ideas sparked and evolved into the final story. Settle in, and get ready for a candid chat with these talented writers that might just spark your next creative piece.✍🏼 - 🏆The winning stories Kumari Galli is now a Cul-de-sac...2024-12-051h 40

The New East Asian Studies Podcasts in the Age of AI

The New East Asian Studies Podcasts in the Age of AITsering Shakya, "The Dragon in the Land of Snows: A History of Modern Tibet Since 1947," (Penguin Publishing Group, 2000)Based entirely on unpublished primary sources, Tsering Shakya's groundbreaking history of modern Tibet shatters the popular conception of the country as an isolated Shangri-la unaffected by broader international developments. Shakya gives a balanced, blow-by-blow account of Tibet's ongoing struggle to maintain its independence and safeguard its cultural identity while being sandwiched between the heavyweights of Asian geopolitics: Britain, India, China, and the United States. With thorough documentation, Shakya details the Chinese depredations of Tibet, and reveals the failures of the Tibetan leadership's divided strategies. Rising above the simplistic dualism so often found in accounts of Tibet's contested recent history, Th...2024-10-2716 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Photographs are like sentences ft. Prasiit SthapitIn our first ever episode featuring a photographer, we have visual storyteller Prasiit Sthapit in conversation about his photo series 'Red is the Colour of Spring.' Based in Kathmandu, Prasiit's work explore the complicated politics of being a Nepali. We talk about the art of taking pictures, finding a story, and how Prasiit executes his projects. - How’d You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science ⁠https://theopen.institute⁠ Producer/Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Animesh Shrestha Music - Shaurya Kshatri...2024-10-261h 00 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?The Story behind the Song ft. Simma RaiThe first musician on the podcast! Singer-Songwriter Simma Rai joins in to talk all about music - her journey, her inspiration, and how she writes, composes, and sings. We talk in detail about her song ‘Jaai Jaaney Mayalu’ and the process that brought the song to life. Listen/Watch Jaai Jaaney Mayalu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip50oQqvIP0 — How’d You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science https://theopen.institute Producer/Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Edit...2024-09-2748 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?The Art of Short Story Writing ft. Ranjan AdigaRanjan Adiga joins in to talk about his debut short story collection 'Leech & Other Stories' and the process behind his book. We talk about how to create memorable characters, finding a point of view, and building a writing habit. — How’d You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science ⁠https://theopen.institute⁠ Producer/Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Sunny Rajkarnikar Music - Shaurya Kshatri Social Media - Simran Lageju — How’d You Create That? ...2024-09-091h 13 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?On Chinese Language, Translation, and Writing ft. Aneka Rebecca RajbhandariAneka Rebecca Rajbhandari, Co-Founder of The Araniko Project (https://thearanikoproject.substack.com) joins the podcast to talk about her experience of learning what is considered one of the hardest languages in the world, translating from the Chinese, and writing non-fiction essays that explore the Nepal-China history and relationship. — How’d You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science https://theopen.institute Producer/Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Sunny Rajkarnikar Music - Shaurya Kshatri Social Media - Simran Lageju 2024-08-2859 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?The Conversations Continue | Season 2How'd You Create That? is back with the second season continuing the conversations on the creative process. Listen to the opener episode as you prepare for the second season. Who do you think will be joining us? __ How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science (https://theopen.institute) Producer/Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Sunny Rajkarnikar Music - Shaurya Kshatri Social Media - Simran Lageju 2024-08-2303 min

IVM Pop

IVM PopBaazigar ft. Ashish Shakya | Has It Aged Well?This week on 'Has It Aged Well?' we're talking about the breakout film of Shah Rukh Khan, and also the one that set him on a trail of playing iconic negative characters: 1993's 'Baazigar' directed by Abbas-Mustan starring SRK, Kajol, Shilpa Shetty, Dalip Tahil, Johnny Lever, and Rakhee. Joining us to talk about Baazigar with Abbas and Urjita is writer, comedian and 90's cinema enthusiast Ashish Shakya. Topics discussed include: Shah Rukh Khan's turn to negative roles and how it brought him success, the filmmaking flair and dialogue-baazi of Abbas-Mustan films, Ashish sharing stories about a Shilpa Shetty...2024-07-291h 18

Sushant Pradhan PodcastEp 296: Ashim Shakya | Building games, AI in Art, Infusing Culture | Sushant Pradhan PodcastMr. Ashim Shakya is an artist and developer with expertise in calligraphy, digital art, cinematography, music production, and 3D generation. In this podcast, he talks about developing games in Nepal. Baraka : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6MLQgoepXY GET CONNECTED WITH Mr. Ashim Shakya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shakya.ashim/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/shakyaartworks 2024-07-251h 19

The Practice Marketing Podcast

The Practice Marketing PodcastStruggling to Hire? Win the Battle for Top Talent With a DPT Internship Program w/ Ujjwal Shakya, PTAre you struggling to hire RIGHT employees?We get it. The battle for talent is real -- and the supply of high-quality practitioners is low. But when you have an internship program, you'll create a steady stream of new employees to your practice. In this podcast episode, successful Practice Owner Ujjwal Shakya will teach you....How he set up his residency-like PT internship program How to get started with an internship How to connect with local universitiesWhether you’re a PT, chiro, or another medical practice owner, you can learn a lot from Ujjwal’s appr...2024-07-0152 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingDesigning freedom in your career and life with Larry CornettEver wondered how you can take control of your career and life to achieve true freedom and fulfilment?In this episode, Nirish Shakya engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Larry Cornett, a former designer and executive turned Freedom Coach. Larry shares his journey from Silicon Valley to a life of freedom near the mountains, revealing his strategies for achieving career invincibility. Emphasising the importance of finding joy and meaning in work, Larry discusses self-improvement, financial autonomy, and effective self-marketing as keys to a fulfilling career.Larry highlights the power of having options and not being...2024-06-281h 25

Design Feeling

Design FeelingTransforming self-perception: Petra Williams on authenticity, hope, and expressionIn this episode, host Nirish Shakya speaks with motivational speaker, life coach and poet, Petra Williams. They explore the journey of overcoming societal standards and personal fears, the layers of identity with the inner illumination model, and transforming inspiration into actionable steps. Petra emphasises the importance of self-reflection, support networks, and managing ego. She also discusses the power of unfiltered self-expression through poetry, lessons from Viktor Frankl's 'Man's Search for Meaning,' and the critical role of hope and vision for the future. Tune in for Petra's advice on embracing authenticity, living life fully, and overcoming personal challenges.2024-05-231h 29 $MVP - THE MASTERS\' VOICE PODCAST - MEDIABRIEF$ MVP - THE MASTERS' VOICE PODCAST - MEDIABRIEFUjaya Shakya, Founder – Outreach Nepal, on on Nepal’s ad industry - trends, challenges, cross-border collaborations, moreSend us a textUjaya Shakya, Founder of Outreach in Nepal and author of Brandsutra, and the first vice president of the Advertising Association of Nepal, is my very special guest on this, the 116th episode of our award-winning MVP – The Master’s Voice Podcast. We caught up with Ujaya for this Vodcast and Podcast which is available on both – YouTube, and a set of the top global podcast directories including Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts and Spotify, among others. Ujaya speaks of the size of...2024-05-2135 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingDesigning tomorrow beyond human-centricity with Martin Tomitsch and Steve Baty (plus free book giveaways!)In this in-depth discussion, recorded at the UTS podcast studio in Sydney, Australia, Nirish Shakya talks with Martin Tomitsch and Steve Baty, co-authors of the book 'Designing Tomorrow.' Keep listening to win a free copy of the book!They delve into the shifting paradigms of the design industry, advocating for a life-centred approach that goes beyond human and business needs to consider the health of the planet and all its life forms.The conversation covers the essential mindsets, tools, and techniques for designers, changemakers, and entrepreneurs to foster more sustainable practices and product life...2024-04-181h 17 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Womanhood, Memory, and Writing with Smriti RavindraHow'd You Create That? is a podcast about the creative process. __ It feels like yesterday that we were trying to set up the microphone for the first time and here we are in the season finale! For this episode, we had Smriti Ravindra, author of ‘The Woman Who Climbed Trees’ winner of 2023 TATA Literature Live awards for First Book. The novel is a haunting, multi-generational story, shedding light on the transitional nature of women's lives. It beautifully captures the poignant sense of loss accompanying their journey from one home and family to another. We discussed woma...2024-04-031h 00 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Womanhood, Memory, and Writing with Smriti Ravindra | S1 EP6How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science ⁠https://theopen.institute/⁠ Producer and Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Sunny Rajkarnikar Music - Shaurya Kshatri 2024-04-0259 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingDecolonising ourselves: The journey to healing-centered ecosystems with Lana JelenjevIn this deep conversation with consultant, facilitator, and mentor, Lana Jelenjev, and host Nirish Shakya, they delve into topics of self-discovery, healing-centred ecosystems, and building deep connections. They discuss the importance of pausing, self-reflection, decolonising oneself, and the role of body consciousness in healing. Lana shares her personal story, weaving through the stages of her life, from battling breast cancer to embarking on a self-discovery journey. This episode is packed with deep introspective discussions, powerful anecdotes, and significant insights about personal healing and how it radiates to form healing-centred ecosystems.In this episode:From breast-cancer to...2024-03-081h 15 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Writing Fantasy Fiction with Rishi AmatyaHow'd You Create That? is a podcast about the creative process. __ For this episode, we have Rishi Amatya, a writer, researcher, and heritage interpreter. Rishi is the author of the fantasy novel ‘Radha: Wrath of the Maeju’ published by Safu, a publishing imprint of Quixote’s Cove. Set in the city of Patan, the book explores the life of the protagonist Radha after an earthquake unleashes forces from beyond this world. In this episode, we discuss: - inspirations behind the novel - the process of writing - interest in fantasy fiction.... and much more. __2024-03-051h 14

My Career Shop

My Career ShopA Physical Therapist's Journey - Dr. Ujjwal Shakya (Award winning PT)Are you interested about becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Today on the My Career Shop Podcast, to discuss the career of a Physical Therapist, I am joined by the 2021 Best Physical Therapist in Northern Virginia and owner of the practice MMA Sports & Rehab, Dr. Ujjwal Shakya, who has a very interesting journey to become a Doctor of Physical and Manual Therapy, and has a wealth of experience to share with respect to the profession. In this episode, along with discussing Dr. Shakya's journey to becoming an award winning PT, we get to learn about the profession, h...2024-02-252h 33 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Following the Sound of Words with Yukta BajracharyaHow'd You Create That? is a podcast about the creative process. __ For episode four, we have Yukta Bajracharya, a spoken word poet, writer, editor, educator, and the co-founder of Word Warriors, the slam poetry movement in Nepal. We talk about the history of Word Warriors, Yukta’s process for writing poetry, ‘letting the word lead the poem,’ how her poem differs on paper vs on stage, and much more… __ How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science ⁠https://theopen.institute/⁠ Producer and Host - Alfa...2024-02-1144 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingUnlocking your unique identity within liminal spaces with Tutti TaygerlyNirish Shakya interviews Tutti Taygerly, leadership coach, author and ex-Design leader at Meta and Disney, on navigating uncertain times and finding their unique place in the world. Diving into the notions of identity, systems, and personal growth amidst transitions, they discuss embracing individual uniqueness and the concept of 'otherness'. Tutti shares valuable insights on experimenting with personal leadership, trusting the process, seeking validation, and a deeper understanding of our position in the larger system. They also talk about Tutti's prolific multicultural background and how it influenced her career. Tune in to glean enlightening advice from Tutti's personal journey and...2024-02-081h 19 $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?The Craft of Picture Books with Ubahang NembangHow'd You Create That? is a podcast about the creative process. — Ubahang Nembang is an illustrator and graphic designer. He is the author and illustrator of the picture book The Visitors (Laibary Publication). In this episode, we uncover the process behind his picture book and also get to know why and how he chose visual arts as his medium of expression. — How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science ⁠https://theopen.institute/⁠ Producer and Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Sunny Ra...2024-01-2141 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Patthar and poetry with Samip DhungelHow'd You Create That? is a podcast about the creative process. — Samip Dhungel is a spoken word poet. In this episode, he talks about the process of creating his chapbook No Songs Intended and his journey with the Word Warriors. We take a deep dive behind one of his poems from the chapbook - Patthar. Also includes how to find poetry inspiration inside buses. — How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science ⁠https://theopen.institute/⁠ Producer and Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editi...2024-01-0946 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?Writing Happened to Me with Pooja PoudelHow'd You Create That? is a podcast about the creative process. __ Pooja Poudel is the winner of Writing Nepal 2021. In the first ever episode of the podcast, she joins to talk about the creative process behind her winning short story The Man on the Bus. Read the story here: https://lalitmag.com/the-man-on-the-bus-writing-nepal-1st-place-winner/ Writing Nepal is a short story writing contest in English organized by La.Lit Magazine in partnership with writer Samrat Upadhyay and Indiana University, Bloomington. __ How'd...2023-12-2531 min $How\'d You Create That?$ How'd You Create That?An idea comes to life | How'd You Create That? | Season 1An idea that began during a research process is coming to life. This is where it begins. How'd You Create That? is supported by The Open Institute for Social Science https://theopen.institute/ Producer and Host - Alfa M. Shakya Sound Editing - Sunny Rajkarnikar Music - Shaurya Kshetri Special thank you to Tsering Tsomo Gurung.2023-12-1303 min

The SJK Podcast

The SJK PodcastConversation with the Co-Owner of Thamel's Hottest Nightclub | Sugar | NJ Shakya ep 23Nirajan Shakya also known as NJ Shakya talks about his journey as an entrepreneur. From working in different jobs in Australia to opening Nepal's one of the most popular Clubs among teenagers and promoting Hip-hop Culture. He has been very successful in opening ventures like KC’s bar, Three Wise Monkeys, Timur Thakali, and Gnx studio. In this episode, he talks about his struggles and mindset when starting a business.2023-10-221h 45

Design Feeling

Design FeelingRedefining growth: Embracing curiosity and transversal skills with Saskia Listle#041 - Join us in this enlightening episode with Saskia Listle, a digital humanist and founder of the Academy of Future Skills, which is a community of learning practice, a think-tank and a consultancy on the Future of our Skills. Dive deep into the value of transversal skills and why they offer a sense of purpose that hard skills can't. We'll explore the concepts of T-shaped vs V-shaped employees, the power of curiosity in shaping one's professional path, and the potential pitfalls of an unchecked growth mindset. Saskia also reveals her top 3 skills, which have been instrumental in her journey.2023-08-241h 15

Conversations with my Future Skills

Conversations with my Future SkillsNirish Shakya on Self Awareness Nirish Shakya Saskia Listle Welcome to another conversation with my future skills, the podcast where I talk with interesting people about what skills we have and what skills we need to have to be present in the future. In this episode I talk to Nirish Shakya. He is a Design Thinking Consultant, Educator and Coach. He is helping organisations to create impactful customer experiences by empowering teams to put their customers first, collaborate creatively without the fear of judgement and innovate faster. Nirish has taught Design Thinking and Innovation at General Assembly, Berghs School of Communication, and...2023-06-151h 38

Design Feeling

Design FeelingBeyond the Bootcamp: The Nuances of Becoming a Competent Designer#037 - In this podcast episode, host Nirish Shakya has a heart-to-heart conversation with three of his UX design students from General Assembly, Junying Lim, Sarah Willet, and Freddie Grzybowski. They discuss the nuances of becoming a competent designer beyond just the methods and tools learned in a boot camp. They delve into personal and professional journeys that shape a designer's perspectives and approach to design.Key topics discussed:The courage it takes to embrace the unknown and the discomfort that comes with learning something newThe importance of personal experiences and perspectives in shaping a designerWhy knowing...2023-05-251h 23

NA 6/99 - Der Geographen-Podcast

NA 6/99 - Der Geographen-PodcastProf. Dr. Martina Shakya zu Gast bei NA 6/99 - Der Geographen-PodcastGast: Prof. Dr. Martina Shakya Weltreise, Studium, Entwicklungshelferin in Nepal, Doktorandin, wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin. Heute stellt sich Martina Shakya als Professorin für Nachhaltige Tourismusentwicklung vor. Seit sechs Jahren lehrt sie an der Hochschule Heilbronn und schätzt ihren bunten Alltag und die Praxisnähe. In der neuen NA 6/99-Folge reden wir über ihren beruflichen Weg, ihre Liebe für Länder und Kulturen und die Digitalisierung in der Wissenschaft. In NA 6/99 - Der Geographen-Podcast stellen Dr. Sandra Laskowski und Michael Braun zusammen mit jeweils einem Gast die Vielfältigkeit der Berufsbilder und Berufsmöglichkeiten für Geographen vor, brechen jeweils eine Lanz...2023-05-1143 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingFrom overthinking to deep thinking with Kim Witten#035 - Nirish Shakya talks to his coach Kim Witten PhD. Kim shares her journey from working in the design industry in San Francisco to pursuing a PhD in sociolinguistics in the UK. Kim shares her insights on how to turn overthinking into a superpower by reframing it as curiosity. She emphasises the need to be curious and non-judgmental when experiencing negative emotions, and to try to befriend them. They also discuss the importance of focusing on the essentials to do less but do them better and celebrating wins, no matter how small they are. Tune in to this enriching...2023-04-271h 31

My Journey with Anit Bista

My Journey with Anit BistaMy Journey || Raju Kaji Shakya || EP 08 || Podcast with Anit Bista My Journey is a podcast where we talk about a life journey of different people involved in various professional sectors. About Host Anit Bista is working as host / emcee for various event’s from 6 years. About Guest Rajukaji Shakya is a popular former football player and coach of Nepal working on Nepali Football from more than 3 decades .He is very first and single player and coach who won SAG gold medal representing Nepal as a player and coach as well. For more: https://www.facebook.com/raju.k.shaky... Guest - Rajukaji Shakya Host - Anit Bista Camera & Edit...2023-04-212h 02

Design Feeling

Design FeelingThe UX of Sex with Nina McNamara#034 - Sex! It’s one of our most basic human interactions that also one that brings with it lots of complexities, unmet needs and plain awkwardness. What if you could approach it as a design challenge and simplify it a bit?In this episode, Nirish Shakya talks with Nina McNamara, a design leader, entrepreneur, and activist, about the UX of sex. Nina is the founder of UX of Sex and is on a mission to help people consciously design their relationships and sex lives. Together, they discuss how to co-create a relationship and cultivate candid conversations about re...2023-04-131h 14

Stories of Innovation

Stories of InnovationEpisode 07: Rain Water Harvesting and Eco-innovation | Suman ShakyaIn this episode of Stories of Innovation, Suman Shakya shares his experiences about how problem-solving approach can be critical part in enabling innovation. He also expounds upon how SmartPaani come into existence to solve drinking water problem by harvesting rain water. Suman Shakya is an entrepreneur, consultant, and certified trainer. Since 1995, he has been involved in multiple entrepreneurial ventures and as an adjunct faculty of marketing and strategy. Suman is the founder of Tangent Waves, an action learning consulting, facilitation and training company. He is the Co-founder of SmartPaani, Rooster Logic, Nepal Entrepreneurs' Hub; Co-Chair of Startup & In...2023-02-241h 09

The SJK Podcast

The SJK PodcastThe SJK Podcast #003 : Founder of Sugar KTM, Three Wise Monkeys (Nj Shakya) talks about his journeyNirajan Shakya also known as NJ Shakya talks about his journey as an entrepreneur. From working in different jobs in Australia to opening Nepal's one of the most popular Clubs among teenagers and promoting Hip-hop Culture. He has been very successful in opening ventures like KC’s bar, Three Wise Monkeys, Timur Thakali, and Gnx studio. In this episode, he talks about his struggles and mindset when starting a business.2022-09-251h 16

Design Feeling

Design FeelingNeurodiversity is great for design and for business with Matthew Bellringer#019 - We are all neurodiverse but we’re encouraged to leave our neurodiversities at the door just so we can “fit in”. However, neurodivergent designers can bring in a lot of lived experiences helpful for innovation, especially when designing for neurodivergent users. In this episode, I chat with Matthew Bellringer, creative innovation consultant, neurodiversity advocate and social entrepreneur. Matthew was diagnosed with ADHD when we was 39 and autism at 42. For Matthew, increasing neurodiversity in organisations is not just a morally right thing to do but also a competitive advantage. In this episode:Neurodivergence in designR...2022-09-151h 12

Unheard with Saloni

Unheard with SaloniKreeti Shakya on design in NepalKreeti Shakya is a designer and a creative entrepreneur. She is the founder of Kazi Studios & brands such as Allare, Alchi & creator of board games such as Samrajya, Jatra and many more. In this episode, Kreeti Shakya shares: Working with her partner what led to her having her first baby at 36 How changing the way her company priced her services positively impacted the whole industry 2022-08-0928 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingEnd of Season 1 Recap: Learnings and ReflectionsIt’s the end of the first season of the Design Feeling Podcast! In this episode, host, Nirish Shakya, recaps the 12 guest interviews and shares his top learnings and reflections from them. If this is your first time listening to the Design Feeling Podcast, this might be a good start to start. It’ll give you a taster of all the conversations we’ve had in the show so far so you can pick and choose the episodes you want to listen to in full. Nirish also gives a sneak peak of what’s coming in Seaso...2022-07-0742 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingWelcome to Design Feeling, a Show about the Human Behind the Human-Centred Designer#002 - Welcome to the first episode of the Design Feeling Podcast! Join designer, educator and host, Nirish Shakya, as he talks about what this podcast is about, why he started it and why it’s crucial for designers and design thinkers to focus on their own self-awareness, creative confidence and meaning.As designers, we know our users and customers better than we know ourselves. But what about your needs, emotions and pain points as a designer? How do you ensure that what you do meet your deeper needs? How can you be more aware of the complex an...2022-01-2019 min

Design Feeling

Design FeelingDesign Feeling Podcast Trailer001 - Oh no! Not another design podcast! That’s right, this isn’t. This show is not about design techniques or tools or even clients or users. This show is about you.As designers, we often know our customers better than we know ourselves. In the midst of our passion for human-centred design, we tend to forget that there’s a human within us, a human with needs and emotions. And we go through our careers unfulfilled by the work we're doing and disillusioned by its impact or the lack thereof.Design Feeling is a new po...2022-01-0602 min