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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHow Do Cultural Values Shape (and Sometimes Sabotage) Success? w/ John WangEver 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 creator of Big Asian Energy, to explore the silent tension of bicultural identity, especially for Asian and Asian-American communities.
We discuss:
- The heavy burden of growing up in a traditional household of high expectations
- The unspoken cost of politeness
- The 7 cultural habits holding many Asians back in their careers
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniIs creativity being suppressed by the very communities that raised us? w/ Ketna PatelWhy 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 generational barriers to self-expression—and how to break free from them.
We explore:
• The downside of coming from a culture with a strong community when it comes to self-expression
• Why the younger generation might be less prepared to handle difficulties
• How media and stereotypes impact our perception of different cultures
• The generational shift in how suc...2025-04-011h 01Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniIs creativity being suppressed by the very communities that raised us? w/ Ketna PatelWhy 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 generational barriers to self-expression—and how to break free from them.
We explore:
• The downside of coming from a culture with a strong community when it comes to self-expression
• Why the younger generation might be less prepared to handle difficulties
• How media and stereotypes impact our perception of different cultures
• The generational shift in how suc...2025-04-011h 01
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 17: Why Your Loved Ones Might Not Always Be Supportive Of Your DreamsYour 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 truth? Your commitment exposes their compromise. We explore the psychological minefield of outgrowing your circle, why family resistance is actually confirmation you're evolving, and how to navigate the painful reality that your success forces others to confront their abandoned dreams. This isn't just about chasing dreams—it's about having the courage to become who you truly are while others remain who they settled for being....2025-03-2104 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFeeling Lost, Letting Go of Expectations & Learning to Live on Your Own Terms | Amardeep ParmarAre 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, co-founder of one of the fastest growing community of entrepreneurs, to dive into the struggle of breaking free from external expectations, especially in communities where success is narrowly defined.
In this episode, we break down:
🔹 The hidden struggles of children from immigrant backgrounds
🔹 The problem with chasing validation from family, friends, and society
🔹 What happ...2025-03-111h 00Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFeeling Lost, Letting Go of Expectations & Learning to Live on Your Own Terms | Amardeep ParmarAre 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, co-founder of one of the fastest growing community of entrepreneurs, to dive into the struggle of breaking free from external expectations, especially in communities where success is narrowly defined.
In this episode, we break down:
🔹 The hidden struggles of children from immigrant backgrounds
🔹 The problem with chasing validation from family, friends, and society
🔹 What happ...2025-03-111h 00
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 16: Why Finding Your Passion Feels Lonely & How to Know If It’s Worth PursuingFinding 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 isolates you from others, how to navigate that “lonely chapter,” and the key questions to ask yourself to determine if it’s truly worth the hustle.
We discuss the role of your pain threshold—understanding what struggles you’re willing to endure—as a guide to uncovering whether your passion can become your life’s purpose. If you’ve ever questioned whether your dreams...2024-12-1208 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 16: Why Finding Your Passion Feels Lonely & How to Know If It’s Worth PursuingFinding 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 isolates you from others, how to navigate that “lonely chapter,” and the key questions to ask yourself to determine if it’s truly worth the hustle.
We discuss the role of your pain threshold—understanding what struggles you’re willing to endure—as a guide to uncovering whether your passion can become your life’s purpose. If you’ve ever questioned whether your dreams...2024-12-1208 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniReframing Your ’Disadvantages’ & How to Balance Hustle and Stress While Following Your PassionWhat 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 creative whose journey from Angola to the UK is filled with powerful lessons on resilience, risk, and redefining success.
Together, we explore:
How to reframe challenges and disadvantages as opportunities for growth.
The sacrifices our parents and grandparents made to give us freedom and choice.
Why so many kids from immigrant backgrounds struggle with identity and direction...2024-12-091h 07Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniReframing Your ’Disadvantages’ & How to Balance Hustle and Stress While Following Your PassionWhat 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 creative whose journey from Angola to the UK is filled with powerful lessons on resilience, risk, and redefining success.
Together, we explore:
How to reframe challenges and disadvantages as opportunities for growth.
The sacrifices our parents and grandparents made to give us freedom and choice.
Why so many kids from immigrant backgrounds struggle with identity and direction...2024-12-091h 07
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFrom Iron Curtain to Bond Girl: How Optimism & Resilience Powered My Success | Anika PavelWe 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 extraordinary life journey - from her childhood behind the Iron Curtain in Czechoslovakia to becoming an international model and actress in London’s mod scene.
Who should listen?
This episode is for anyone navigating major transitions, looking to redefine success, or wanting to hear a powerful story of resilience, optimism, and the influence of our cultural roots.
🔔 Subscribe for more...2024-10-2959 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniFrom Iron Curtain to Bond Girl: How Optimism & Resilience Powered My Success | Anika PavelWe 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 extraordinary life journey - from her childhood behind the Iron Curtain in Czechoslovakia to becoming an international model and actress in London’s mod scene.
Who should listen?
This episode is for anyone navigating major transitions, looking to redefine success, or wanting to hear a powerful story of resilience, optimism, and the influence of our cultural roots.
🔔 Subscribe for more...2024-10-2959 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 15: Why We See Ourselves Worse Than Others DoWe 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 can impact everything from our confidence to our relationships.
In this episode, I sit down with Summy Yeung, cultural intelligence expert, to explore why we tend to undervalue ourselves and how culture influences our self-perception. We dive into how understanding this “Liking Gap” can change the way we see ourselves and others, and how you can start breaking free from these limiting beliefs.
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniWhy Our Culture Influences Our Confidence & How To Build Multicultural RelationshipsI 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 Listen?
Whether you’re an immigrant, a leader in a multicultural workplace, or simply curious about how culture shapes confidence and success, this episode offers actionable insights. Summie Yeung’s unique perspective will help you understand the hidden dynamics at play in intercultural relationships and how cultural intelligence can be your key to thriving in diverse environments.
Some of the things you'll learn:
How...2024-09-111h 02
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”90% are not engaged with their work”, Why Passion Can’t Protect You From Burnout & How to Stop Chasing Success and Start LivingIn 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 explore the influence of society’s perception of ADHD is evolving and why it’s crucial to shift the narrative.
🔍 Why Listen?
If you’re looking to understand how companies and individuals should really be measuring success, and navigate the pressures of modern life with a balanced approach, this episode is for you. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone on a journey of self-discover...2024-08-2757 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniA Near Death Experience, Being Held At Gunpoint & How To Not Become A Victim Of Your CircumstancesNuakai Aru is a dual-heritage Jamaican-British award-winning film director and author focused on human history and wellbeing, with three decades in martial arts and a lifelong quest for self-knowledge. Through his classes, films, art, and writings, he imparts his accumulated knowledge and wisdom.
"Amidst a global landscape of turbulence and perpetual evolution, Nuakai strives to be a beacon of inspiration and upliftment, driving others to reach their highest potential."
Content:
What is it like to grow up mixed race?
Finding identity as a dual-heritage child.
What was your...2024-07-301h 11Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniA Near Death Experience, Being Held At Gunpoint & How To Not Become A Victim Of Your CircumstancesNuakai Aru is a dual-heritage Jamaican-British award-winning film director and author focused on human history and wellbeing, with three decades in martial arts and a lifelong quest for self-knowledge. Through his classes, films, art, and writings, he imparts his accumulated knowledge and wisdom.
"Amidst a global landscape of turbulence and perpetual evolution, Nuakai strives to be a beacon of inspiration and upliftment, driving others to reach their highest potential."
Content:
What is it like to grow up mixed race?
Finding identity as a dual-heritage child.
What was your...2024-07-301h 11
Startups Inside Out157. How Businesses Can Use Podcast Effectively w/ Anand Dattani | Roots To Routes👉🏽 Take Bae Startup Foundations free: https://www.thebaehq.com/courses/bae-startup-foundations
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2024-07-1630 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHow Intercultural Awareness Can Help You Thrive in Your Career, Life, & In A New CountryKathy Borys Siddiqui, is an undeniable expert in understanding of culture and cultural differences. As the founder of Active Action, she’s focused on helping people and companies to understand the international landscape they now find themselves in so that they can build better relationships, attract better talent and provide the tools to bridge the gap between people from different backgrounds
Not only does she hold a Masters in Cultural Studies, but she’s also lived in multiple countries, giving her the first-hand personal experience to know what she’s talking about.
Find out more: http...2024-07-1656 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 14: Why do some immigrants fail to assimilate in a new country? | Liu LiuI had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room to now working with people in over 30 countries and becoming an executive board member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
We discuss his tips for success with his cross-cultural marriage, navigating intercultural relationships in your personal and professional life, the mindset required to thrive when moving to a new country, and much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7qrvrpVfDCs
2024-05-2704 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 14: Why do some immigrants fail to assimilate in a new country? | Liu LiuI had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room to now working with people in over 30 countries and becoming an executive board member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
We discuss his tips for success with his cross-cultural marriage, navigating intercultural relationships in your personal and professional life, the mindset required to thrive when moving to a new country, and much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7qrvrpVfDCs
2024-05-2704 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniThe Truth About Cross-Cultural Relationships, Biases & Building Your Life In A New Country | Liu LiuI had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room to now working with people in over 30 countries and becoming an executive board member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
We discuss his tips for success with his cross-cultural marriage, navigating intercultural relationships in your personal and professional life, the mindset required to thrive when moving to a new country, and much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7qrvrpVfDCs
2024-05-221h 12Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniThe Truth About Cross-Cultural Relationships, Biases & Building Your Life In A New Country | Liu LiuI had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room to now working with people in over 30 countries and becoming an executive board member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
We discuss his tips for success with his cross-cultural marriage, navigating intercultural relationships in your personal and professional life, the mindset required to thrive when moving to a new country, and much more. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7qrvrpVfDCs
2024-05-221h 12
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniLosing My Father, My ADHD, Quitting Engineering TWICE & Making Good On My Big Promise | Navjot Sawhney"We’re not just making a manual washing machine, we’re trying to reduce the burden of hand washing clothes for women a girls around the world."
Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Z7Qlx-mmCk
WHO IS NAVJOT SAWHNEY:
- The humanitarian engineer who co-founded The Washing Machine Project, a social enterprise dedicated to designing and distributing a manual hand-cranked washing machine to displaced and low-income people around the world.
- Among 14 winners of the annual 21st Century Icon Awards as the Sustainability Rising Star
...2024-05-0650 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniLosing My Father, My ADHD, Quitting Engineering TWICE & Making Good On My Big Promise | Navjot Sawhney"We’re not just making a manual washing machine, we’re trying to reduce the burden of hand washing clothes for women a girls around the world."
Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Z7Qlx-mmCk
WHO IS NAVJOT SAWHNEY:
- The humanitarian engineer who co-founded The Washing Machine Project, a social enterprise dedicated to designing and distributing a manual hand-cranked washing machine to displaced and low-income people around the world.
- Among 14 winners of the annual 21st Century Icon Awards as the Sustainability Rising Star
...2024-05-0650 min
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”Mental Health Was Never Talked About At Home”, ”50% Drop Off Within 3 Therapy Sessions” & How We Can Drop the Immigrant Kid ’Guilt’ | Founder of Tala..."I think it's never too late to cut that generational trauma, to whatever extent we have it, we need to learn to heal and cut that for the next generation" - Sonia Kaurah
Who is Sonia?
Australia born with Malaysian-Indian roots.
Founder of Tala Thrive - a mental health platform that matches you to therapists and coaches who understand your culture, language and/or religion
Ex-VC (Antler) and startup mentor and have helped over 200 startups raise their first round of capital, grow or expand.
Reach out to her: https://www.talathrive.com
2024-04-1657 minRoots to Routes with Anand Dattani”Mental Health Was Never Talked About At Home”, ”50% Drop Off Within 3 Therapy Sessions” & How We Can Drop the Immigrant Kid ’Guilt’ | Founder of Tala..."I think it's never too late to cut that generational trauma, to whatever extent we have it, we need to learn to heal and cut that for the next generation" - Sonia Kaurah
Who is Sonia?
Australia born with Malaysian-Indian roots.
Founder of Tala Thrive - a mental health platform that matches you to therapists and coaches who understand your culture, language and/or religion
Ex-VC (Antler) and startup mentor and have helped over 200 startups raise their first round of capital, grow or expand.
Reach out to her: https://www.talathrive.com
2024-04-1657 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniChallenging My English Italian Identity & Why It’s Make or Break for Climate Strategy | 51toCarbonZero Founder“I had to embrace my identity, and try to define it. And it’s been a journey of acceptance, in a way. And it’s a never ending piece - to say that I finally got to a realisation that my identity is myself.”
About Richard Davis:
- Co-Founder & CEO of 51toCarbonZero, a platform designed to help media, marketing and advertising companies create accountable transition plans to accelerate their journey to achieve net zero.
- 20+ years of executing sustainability & corporate transformation
- Ex Global Chief of Business Strategy at dentsu
...2024-03-2557 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniChallenging My English Italian Identity & Why It’s Make or Break for Climate Strategy | 51toCarbonZero Founder“I had to embrace my identity, and try to define it. And it’s been a journey of acceptance, in a way. And it’s a never ending piece - to say that I finally got to a realisation that my identity is myself.”
About Richard Davis:
- Co-Founder & CEO of 51toCarbonZero, a platform designed to help media, marketing and advertising companies create accountable transition plans to accelerate their journey to achieve net zero.
- 20+ years of executing sustainability & corporate transformation
- Ex Global Chief of Business Strategy at dentsu
...2024-03-2557 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 13: Is Our Sense of Community & Culture As Strong As It Used To Be? (w. Zamiha Desai)"Actually being Asian is very cool, and we forget how cool it is"
In this podcast clip, we discuss what 'community' means to Zamiha, how the sense of community and culture has evolved since the time she was growing up, and whether the importance of community played a role in her creating RecommendAsian.
Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/f7TxK6xudak?si=FzijSYZIwyH_odOL
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...2024-03-1904 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 13: Is Our Sense of Community & Culture As Strong As It Used To Be? (w. Zamiha Desai)"Actually being Asian is very cool, and we forget how cool it is"
In this podcast clip, we discuss what 'community' means to Zamiha, how the sense of community and culture has evolved since the time she was growing up, and whether the importance of community played a role in her creating RecommendAsian.
Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/f7TxK6xudak?si=FzijSYZIwyH_odOL
📱FOLLOW ON SOCIALS (& GET IN TOUCH)
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...2024-03-1904 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniZamiha Desai on: (Re)Discovering My Culture, Feeling Stuck, Perfectionism & Dealing with Negativity"everybody changes, positively or negatively throughout their lives... but how much do you change as a person versus how much does their perception of you change?"
About Zamiha:
> Founder of RecommendAsian, initially a South Asian Women's group on Facebook that now serves over 150,000 individuals
> Founded Business Live UK Ltd - specialised in organizing networking events and providing resources for entrepreneurs
> Hosted the "Hey Gorgeous" shopping and lifestyle event showcasing over 100 small businesses
> Dedicated to championing diversity by sharing posts and helpful tools on self-improvement, promoting small enterprises and...2024-02-271h 08Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniZamiha Desai on: (Re)Discovering My Culture, Feeling Stuck, Perfectionism & Dealing with Negativity"everybody changes, positively or negatively throughout their lives... but how much do you change as a person versus how much does their perception of you change?"
About Zamiha:
> Founder of RecommendAsian, initially a South Asian Women's group on Facebook that now serves over 150,000 individuals
> Founded Business Live UK Ltd - specialised in organizing networking events and providing resources for entrepreneurs
> Hosted the "Hey Gorgeous" shopping and lifestyle event showcasing over 100 small businesses
> Dedicated to championing diversity by sharing posts and helpful tools on self-improvement, promoting small enterprises and...2024-02-271h 08
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniThe Good and Bad of Coming From A Frugal Culture & How To Live Without Regret w/ Anand Mistry"life is temporary, it's short, time's running out - even though there might be scepticism about what you're doing, just do it"
In Part 1 we focused what Anand Mistry took from his family backstory and upbringing that inspired him along the journey to creating ProjectChakra and what he learnt from his first visit to India. We also got to understand what he gained from his time there that made it obvious what path he knew he had to take, and something that life in a corporate career wouldn’t be able to offer.
"ha...2024-01-3039 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniThe Good and Bad of Coming From A Frugal Culture & How To Live Without Regret w/ Anand Mistry"life is temporary, it's short, time's running out - even though there might be scepticism about what you're doing, just do it"
In Part 1 we focused what Anand Mistry took from his family backstory and upbringing that inspired him along the journey to creating ProjectChakra and what he learnt from his first visit to India. We also got to understand what he gained from his time there that made it obvious what path he knew he had to take, and something that life in a corporate career wouldn’t be able to offer.
"ha...2024-01-3039 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniProjectCHAKRA Founder: ”My struggles were nothing compared to what they were going through on a daily basis” (Part 1)"I was working alongside some incredible leaders; as an opportunity to work in an environment like that, the learning and growth didn't even compare""
Anand Mistry is dynamo who is making great strides in inspiring young people and the creative possibilities that otherwise wouldn't have been available to them. He is co-founder of ProjectChakra, which has provided award-winning immersive workshops and experiential learning experiences with the purpose of inspiring action for social impact and entrepreneurial leadership.
These experiences have been branded as "life changing" - and have helped to broaden thousands young people’s...2024-01-1747 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniProjectCHAKRA Founder: ”My struggles were nothing compared to what they were going through on a daily basis” (Part 1)"I was working alongside some incredible leaders; as an opportunity to work in an environment like that, the learning and growth didn't even compare""
Anand Mistry is dynamo who is making great strides in inspiring young people and the creative possibilities that otherwise wouldn't have been available to them. He is co-founder of ProjectChakra, which has provided award-winning immersive workshops and experiential learning experiences with the purpose of inspiring action for social impact and entrepreneurial leadership.
These experiences have been branded as "life changing" - and have helped to broaden thousands young people’s...2024-01-1747 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 12: Understanding This About Yourself Can Increase Your Chance of Success"Success is Proportional to the Amount of Pain and Work You Can Tolerate"
Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NeoJodEn02c
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If you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bi...2023-12-2701 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 12: Understanding This About Yourself Can Increase Your Chance of Success"Success is Proportional to the Amount of Pain and Work You Can Tolerate"
Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NeoJodEn02c
Follow for Weekly highight clips from the Roots to Routes podcast
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If you listen on Apple Podcasts, it'd be great if you could leave a review - the bi...2023-12-2701 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFeeling Lost, Quitting Finance & How To Find What You Love To Do | Laurie Wang'that was the turning point.. really thinking where do I want to be in 10-20 years time, and do I want to be in this position'
ABOUT THE GUEST
America-born Chinese award-winning digitual marketing consultant, Laurie Wang, joins R2R where we discuss everything from her mixed American-Chinese upbringing, comparing Chinese culture vs. the West, and just how she dealt with leaving a stable Finance career to pursuing her passion in Digital Marketing.
Her knowledge and understanding of the digital landscape have benefited an eclectic mix of clients from young start-ups...2023-12-1959 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniFeeling Lost, Quitting Finance & How To Find What You Love To Do | Laurie Wang'that was the turning point.. really thinking where do I want to be in 10-20 years time, and do I want to be in this position'
ABOUT THE GUEST
America-born Chinese award-winning digitual marketing consultant, Laurie Wang, joins R2R where we discuss everything from her mixed American-Chinese upbringing, comparing Chinese culture vs. the West, and just how she dealt with leaving a stable Finance career to pursuing her passion in Digital Marketing.
Her knowledge and understanding of the digital landscape have benefited an eclectic mix of clients from young start-ups...2023-12-1959 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 11: The Lonely Side of Self-Improvement | Anand DattaniThis is something I've heard @ChrisWillx refer to as the 'lonely transition period'
When you're focused on bettering yourself, you might find yourself cutting off relationships and habits that don't align or hinder that journey of self-development and personal growth. If no one else around is trying to change in the same way, it's easy to feel isolated and eventually even lose motivation. As you adopt these new habits or hobbies, you may drift apart from some friends or family who don't understand your growth
In the full conversation, my guest shares advice...2023-12-1201 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 11: The Lonely Side of Self-Improvement | Anand DattaniThis is something I've heard @ChrisWillx refer to as the 'lonely transition period'
When you're focused on bettering yourself, you might find yourself cutting off relationships and habits that don't align or hinder that journey of self-development and personal growth. If no one else around is trying to change in the same way, it's easy to feel isolated and eventually even lose motivation. As you adopt these new habits or hobbies, you may drift apart from some friends or family who don't understand your growth
In the full conversation, my guest shares advice...2023-12-1201 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFounder of Foodlama: “I Left Nigeria With A Week And A Half’s Notice”"you can't change the world without being lonely, so get comfortable with it"
About the Guest
Damilare Ogunleye (pictured on the left) is the co-founder and CEO of FoodLama, a trusted shopping assistant that makes your online grocery shopping easier to find the perfect food products that meet your household’s exact dietary requirements or preferences.
Damilare has over 12 years marketing experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPGs) sector, most recently as co-founder of an e-commerce platform supporting African creatives to monetise their skills, serving over 50,000 consumers with over $4M revenue in 5 ye...2023-11-2958 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 10: Overcoming ’Brutal’ Negative Feedback & Imposter Syndrome As A Young FounderI was told "I can't see anything in these cofounders that make the right people to start this business" [Varun Bhanot]
In this highlight, I share the phenomena of 'Tall Poppy Syndrome' and the various negative effects, some more severe than others, that this has on not only Young Founders, but anyone from a certain gender, background or level of experience who have been subject to it.
Varun Bhanot, who was recently awarded 'Technology Entrepreneur of the Year 2023' at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, then shares some of the harshly negative comments he...2023-11-2702 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 10: Overcoming ’Brutal’ Negative Feedback & Imposter Syndrome As A Young FounderI was told "I can't see anything in these cofounders that make the right people to start this business" [Varun Bhanot]
In this highlight, I share the phenomena of 'Tall Poppy Syndrome' and the various negative effects, some more severe than others, that this has on not only Young Founders, but anyone from a certain gender, background or level of experience who have been subject to it.
Varun Bhanot, who was recently awarded 'Technology Entrepreneur of the Year 2023' at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, then shares some of the harshly negative comments he...2023-11-2702 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniTechnology Entrepreneur of the Year 2023: My Personal Health Transformation, Leaving My Law Career & Becoming My Own Bossfavourite quote "when I first started out, I thought I was building a startup, and I actually realised the startup was building me"
Inspired by his own personal experiences, Varun Bhanot co-founded MAGIC – an intelligent home gym that helps users to get fit. He took a Start Up Loan from Virgin StartUp to make his idea a reality. We caught up with Varun to find out more...
We discuss:
How his grandma studied and raised a child from one from
The family motif to 'Be Your Own Boss'
Gr...2023-11-141h 02Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniTechnology Entrepreneur of the Year 2023: My Personal Health Transformation, Leaving My Law Career & Becoming My Own Bossfavourite quote "when I first started out, I thought I was building a startup, and I actually realised the startup was building me"
Inspired by his own personal experiences, Varun Bhanot co-founded MAGIC – an intelligent home gym that helps users to get fit. He took a Start Up Loan from Virgin StartUp to make his idea a reality. We caught up with Varun to find out more...
We discuss:
How his grandma studied and raised a child from one from
The family motif to 'Be Your Own Boss'
Gr...2023-11-141h 02
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniThe Power of Personal History, Impactful Storytelling & How the Media Shapes Us (w/Lucy Fulford)Award Winning Journalist & Author of 'The Exiled', Lucy Fulford, has seen her work published in the Guardian, Sunday Times, CNN and The Humanitarian to name a few.
In this episode, she shares insights into personal history, exploring her mixed identity and the path to embracing her heritage. She also lays bare her experiences as a female from a multi-cultural background in the world of journalism, media and filmmaking.
For more about the guest: https://www.lucyfulford.com/
We discuss:
The inspiration behind writing 'The Exiled'
Why Lucy's grandparents left India
...2023-10-311h 02
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 9: Learning from Dragon’s Den & The 1 Key Takeaway For Ocushield Founder, Dhruvin PatelThe founder of Ocushield shares his honest story of the before, during and after of being on Dragon's Den - and the one key lesson he took from the experience.
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFounder of Ocusheild: Avoiding Gangs, Dragon’s Den, Taking QUICK Risks & Building To Improve 10 MILLION Eyes Globally"I always thought, they workd so hard I just want to be able to give back to them"
If you’re someone who’s inspired by the story of a visionary, but someone who was simply just motivated by his own curiosity in a field that he loves and want to understand what the type of mindset that can get you there. Then this is one for you.
We discuss:
The family backstory and how they ended up in Croydon
5:34 Why Indians ended up in East Africa
8:10 Deal...2023-10-1753 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniFounder of Ocusheild: Avoiding Gangs, Dragon’s Den, Taking QUICK Risks & Building To Improve 10 MILLION Eyes Globally"I always thought, they workd so hard I just want to be able to give back to them"
If you’re someone who’s inspired by the story of a visionary, but someone who was simply just motivated by his own curiosity in a field that he loves and want to understand what the type of mindset that can get you there. Then this is one for you.
We discuss:
The family backstory and how they ended up in Croydon
5:34 Why Indians ended up in East Africa
8:10 Deal...2023-10-1753 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 8: How Fitness Will Play A Vital Role In Your Mental HealthFounder of one of the fastest growing online fitness platforms shares his view on the important role of fitness in the future of people's mental health.
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHighlight 7: How To Deal With Your Inner Critic vs. Your Inner Guide"...we all have that critic inside us, and it's all about creating a healthier relationship with it" (Simon Alexander Ong)
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHow My Peruvian Roots And My Obsession to Overcome Obesity Helped Revolutionise the Online Fitness Industry"ego is a thing you're going to have to dismantle. If you don't care that you're going to look like an idiot, or not get things right, it's almost like a superpower"
If you’re someone who’s inspired by a story of resilience, and what some people are ready to sacrifice and put on the line for something they really believe can positively change the world, then this one’s for you.
We discuss: (based on 1:38 start)
04:01 Peter’s wild (and different) upbringing
05:06 The influence of his mother’s values a...2023-10-0459 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniHow My Peruvian Roots And My Obsession to Overcome Obesity Helped Revolutionise the Online Fitness Industry"ego is a thing you're going to have to dismantle. If you don't care that you're going to look like an idiot, or not get things right, it's almost like a superpower"
If you’re someone who’s inspired by a story of resilience, and what some people are ready to sacrifice and put on the line for something they really believe can positively change the world, then this one’s for you.
We discuss: (based on 1:38 start)
04:01 Peter’s wild (and different) upbringing
05:06 The influence of his mother’s values a...2023-10-0459 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniShorts 6: How You Can Get Started On Finding What Your Purpose Is"...we end up complaining about the fact we have no time, yet we waste the time we have" (Simon Alexander Ong)
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniSimon Alexander Ong: Overcoming 3 Major Setbacks & Ways to Improve Energy Levels to Avoid BurnoutSimon Alexander Ong: he’s an international keynote speaker, award winning coach, and the author of the, Energize: Make the most of every moment, which was the winner of the 2023 Business Book Award for Wellness and Wellbeing.
Your energy is everything: it’s not only what gets you out of bed in the morning but it’s also the fuel that drives your success and gives you the physical and mental power to achieve your potential. So how can you be your best self if you're always tired, stressed and burnt out?
The book h...2023-09-1959 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniRoots to Routes Pod (R2RPod): Behind The RebrandIf you've listened to the show or are excited of what's to come - I'd love if you could leave a rating and review on the platform you use. This goes an incredibly long way to getting these conversations in the eyes (and ears) of more people who are looking for this kind of content. The bigger the show gets, the bigger the guests get.
SUMMARY OF THE REBRAND
The podcast was initially named the journey onwards. The aim of the show, which started with with the stories of my dad and his siblings...2023-09-0203 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFrom Kenya to London: A Journey to Empathy-Led, Impactful Entrepreneurship (w/ Nimisha Brahmbhatt)BAME’s Woman of Excellence Nimisha is an "award-winning strategic advisor, a serial sustainable entrepreneur and the founder of Quantum Global Consultants. She is a passionate advocate and activist for positive social and environmental change."
Nimisha has developed a deep understanding of how organizations can work together to create meaningful impact within societies across the globe and speaks regularly on topics of impact creation and sustainability.
In this episode, Nimisha lays bare the journey that took her from Kenya to London, and from a successful corporate career to becoming entrepreneurial visionary, and angel in...2023-08-301h 01
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniShorts 5: Are specific cultures more environmentally friendly than others? - Ketan DattaniHas there been a cultural influence to our environmental awareness and what does the future hold for environmental care?
In this week's podcast shorts, Ketan gives his perspective on whether certain cultures are raised on values or a belief system that makes them more enviormentally conscience and more caring to the world around us.
Ketan Dattani, CEO of Buckingham Futures, a environmental health recruitment firm, is focused on raising awareness and closing the gap around the shortage of minorities in the environmental sector.
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2023-08-1803 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniShorts 5: Are specific cultures more environmentally friendly than others? - Ketan DattaniHas there been a cultural influence to our environmental awareness and what does the future hold for environmental care?
In this week's podcast shorts, Ketan gives his perspective on whether certain cultures are raised on values or a belief system that makes them more enviormentally conscience and more caring to the world around us.
Ketan Dattani, CEO of Buckingham Futures, a environmental health recruitment firm, is focused on raising awareness and closing the gap around the shortage of minorities in the environmental sector.
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2023-08-1803 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFrom Hardship to Impact: CEO of Buckingham Futures’ Visionary Approach to Environment ImpactFrom Hardship to Impact: Nature's Trailblazer, Ketan Dattani, Shares How His Roots & Upbringing Shaped His Eco-Revolution
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About the Episode
Ketan Dattani, a trailblazer in the realm of environmental impact, openly shares his extraordinary tale of resilience and triumph. This conversation uncovers the compelling story of how Ketan overcame a challenging upbringing and harnessed the power of his 'unusual' personal passion and family's influence to create a meaningful difference in the world.2023-08-1055 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniFrom Hardship to Impact: CEO of Buckingham Futures’ Visionary Approach to Environment ImpactFrom Hardship to Impact: Nature's Trailblazer, Ketan Dattani, Shares How His Roots & Upbringing Shaped His Eco-Revolution
** Follow the YouTube page for access to shorter video clips of the conversation not found in the audio podcast version **
About the Episode
Ketan Dattani, a trailblazer in the realm of environmental impact, openly shares his extraordinary tale of resilience and triumph. This conversation uncovers the compelling story of how Ketan overcame a challenging upbringing and harnessed the power of his 'unusual' personal passion and family's influence to create a meaningful difference in the world.2023-08-1055 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniEmbracing Mixed Identites: Laura Lake Adebisi’s Unfiltered TruthEastEnders, True Haunting and Holby City actress FINALLY speaks out.
About the Episode
Laura Lake Adebisi shares a powerful perspective on her own journey 'beyond black & white'.
In this eye-opening episode, the remarkable Laura, an actor and advocate, shares her extraordinary journey of growing up as a mixed race person in both Nigeria and then the UK. We delve into her candid reflections on the challenges and triumphs that come with navigating the complex landscape of a truly multicultural identity.
Laura opens up about the assumptions and stereotypes she's encountered...2023-07-261h 19
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniEmpowering Immunity: Unveiling the Visionary Story of Fighter Shots’ Fearless FounderAnna Szymanowska is a founder and CEO who disrupted the herbal supplement industry with Fighter Shots - daily energy shots, with her range including ginger, matcha+ guarana, or charcoal drinks. Anna holds an MBA from London Business School (LBS); her work at Airbus, Microsoft and as a management consultant fostered strong product development and sales skills.
The COVID pandemic rippled throughout the entire planet, and much of the fallout meant organisations had been forced to take unprecented measures to avoid permanently going out of business. Figther Shots, however, faced challenges that would have made other businesses...2023-07-1254 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniBoost Confidence and Overcome Negative Biases by Becoming Visible | The Queen of Being Seen"sometimes the very things we want to hide about ourselves are the things we should put out there"
Jenny Kovacs is a Visibility Specialist, but was once labelled by a client as The Queen of Being Seen - and it’s stuck since then.
As an award-winning mentor, high impact coach and CEO, she’s regularly appeared on the BBC and speaks on the topic of professional and personal visibility.
Jenny’s trainings and talks have spanned well known corporations, brands, companies and have been delivered to 1000’s of people worldwid...2023-06-271h 11Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniBoost Confidence and Overcome Negative Biases by Becoming Visible | The Queen of Being Seen"sometimes the very things we want to hide about ourselves are the things we should put out there"
Jenny Kovacs is a Visibility Specialist, but was once labelled by a client as The Queen of Being Seen - and it’s stuck since then.
As an award-winning mentor, high impact coach and CEO, she’s regularly appeared on the BBC and speaks on the topic of professional and personal visibility.
Jenny’s trainings and talks have spanned well known corporations, brands, companies and have been delivered to 1000’s of people worldwid...2023-06-271h 11
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniBIMM’s Rising Pop Talent: How Self-Belief & Breaking Free of Toxic Relationships Helped My Music Career | Milena Galasso"If you'd asked me this 10 years ago, I'd have said 'next question please"
London-based singer-songwriter Milena Galasso makes her own brand of indie pop music that draws influence from her Italian and Serbian heritage. Growing up in a devoutly religious home, Milena always felt the urge to break free and it was music that provided her the creative spark to venture out on her own path.
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Milena opens up in our conversation more than she anticipated...2023-06-1458 minRoots to Routes with Anand DattaniBIMM’s Rising Pop Talent: How Self-Belief & Breaking Free of Toxic Relationships Helped My Music Career | Milena Galasso"If you'd asked me this 10 years ago, I'd have said 'next question please"
London-based singer-songwriter Milena Galasso makes her own brand of indie pop music that draws influence from her Italian and Serbian heritage. Growing up in a devoutly religious home, Milena always felt the urge to break free and it was music that provided her the creative spark to venture out on her own path.
*Next Single Out on June 16th* pre-save the song here: https://show.co/uUsgXHb
Milena opens up in our conversation more than she anticipated...2023-06-1458 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniSeason 3 Relaunch - From Roots, to Routes.This show boils down to two key words: Heritage Effect.
But what does this mean?
Each episode welcomes an amazing new guest who has a unique story to tell. We'll explore their family history, their roots and the cultural traditions that have shaped their lives. The journey onwards starts by diving into the stories of the guests previous generations told by the guests themselves where we unravel what led them to leave their home country and how they ultimately ended up where they are today.
We also explore key moments...2023-05-3002 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniWoman of The Year 2023: How My Violent Childhood Helped Me Coach Elite Athletes & High Performers | Nina AouilkNina was subject to violence by her family and also marital relationship. She now coaches elite professionals and individuals, while also standing to end honour killings around the globe. In this episode, she shares her story.
Warning: this episode contains some very graphic and upsetting talking points.
Nina, who was almost the victim of an honour killing, was subject to violence by her family and in her marriage, on more than a few occasions. Having defied all odds by surviving, she now coaches high-performing and high-achieving men and women to maximise their...2022-10-041h 11
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniDo You Have What It Takes To Move Abroad? This May Help // Throwback 4This could be the valuable insight you need to hear if you want to more confidently understand whether you have the ability to deal with some of the toughest challenges of integrating abroad. Lucas speaks openly about the vital lessons he learned only after he had already moved from the US to the Middle East.
The process he speaks about in this snippet could be the vital insight that will help you understand if relocating abroad would be the right thing for you. Lucas gives a very personal account of what he'd once...2022-06-0205 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniHow To Feel (more) Complete Through The Two Key Journeys of Discovery // Throwback 3Taylor Roark, founder of Galliant Trainings is an avid traveller and a taoist at heart. But it hasn't always been that way. In this snippet, Taylor brings to light an extremely valuable life lesson that he gained through his own experiences that many can learn from.
Taylor shares the role that his travels have played in his journey of discovery... but now, years on, he's found out that there's more to his journey and exploration to uncover that he's now learning himself and committed to teaching others.
You can listen to the...2022-05-0501 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniThe 3 Radical Shifts You’ll Embrace to Thrive In a New Country // Throwback 2 In this weeks ThursdayThrowback, I relive asking AmyK why she chose Shanghai, China (a place I've lived in myself), and what it made it life changing for her.
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Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniWhy You Need Change How You Feel About Yourself To Become More Genuine // Throwback 1 Throwback Thursday - each week youu'll get the chance to relive some of the highlights from Season 2 and 3 of the podcast. The aim is to provide you quick snippets of valuable and practical content to listen to on-the-go.
AmyK discusses the importance of changing yourself and 'cleaning up your internal mess' before you can truly be happy for others, without feeling envy, pain or the need to talk bad about them to feel better about it [full conversation in Season 2 Episode 1]
Listen to the full episode here2022-04-1403 min
Do I need school to be...a podcaster? with Anand DattaniThis week we have award-winning podcaster Anand Dattani on the pod and we are talking about podcasting, a very meta episode right here. Anand and I met actually on Clubhouse back when I was the hot spot in town and I’ve actually been on his podcast discussing my own immigrant story. Anand’s show ‘The Journey Onwards’ in an interview show where Third Culture Kids talk about what they have learned through their experience and their families’ experiences when they decided to leave their home country and move to a new one. On this interview we spoke about...2022-04-1457 min
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniCEO of Eden Global Capital: Discover The World & Find Opportunity By Enabling OthersMichael Beda was born and raised in America and had a self-proclaimed "very American mindset".. until he went to China to watch the Olympics and discovered a world of possibility beyond the confines of a single country. He studied abroad in Beijing & Shanghai and moved to China in 2014 where he was a founding member of a Chinese credit underwriting firm and served as a Director for 6 years until 2020. Afterwards, realizing the tremendous opportunity in the democratization of the financial system which could be brought about by cryptoassets, Mr. Beda pivoted and founded Idoru Capital Management, where he serves as...2022-02-221h 06
Roots to Routes with Anand DattaniFounder of Majama: Why Mutual Respect & Family Values Trumps Love & the Need to Please Everyone Have you listened to Part 1.. if not, you'll want to head to Episode 25 first!
In Part 2, we discuss:
Having a Hindu (Jain) mother and Muslim father..
Not all Hindu's and Muslims were in conflict - our grandparents are prime examples
The good (and bad) side of being raised to always do good for people
Learning that we can't please everyonoe
The importance of her brother in her life
2022-02-0840 min
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani|E30| Anand talks: My Spiritual Journey (on First Serve with Sina Haghighat) We discuss:
How I first came into contact with spiritually inclined youth.
Where did the idea to use my summer holidays to stay in an ashram in India and serve with the monks come from?
The feeling of coming back to the UK and navigating a spiritual existence and working in a Banking.
Dealing with my own ego of thinking that finding spirituality has made me 'better' than others.
What key lessons I learnt from my first trip to India, and learning to apply spiritual principles to your pursuits and goals without feeling you have to...2021-07-081h 04Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani|E30| Anand talks: My Spiritual Journey (on First Serve with Sina Haghighat) We discuss:
How I first came into contact with spiritually inclined youth.
Where did the idea to use my summer holidays to stay in an ashram in India and serve with the monks come from?
The feeling of coming back to the UK and navigating a spiritual existence and working in a Banking.
Dealing with my own ego of thinking that finding spirituality has made me 'better' than others.
What key lessons I learnt from my first trip to India, and learning to apply spiritual principles to your pursuits and goals without feeling you have to...2021-07-081h 04
First Serve with Sina Haghighat#14: The Spiritual Journey Onwards with Anand DattaniIn this episode, Sina Haghighat talks to Anand Dattani about his spiritual journey; exploring his learnings from spending his summers serving and learning from Monks in ashrams across India. Anand covers how he incorporated his learnings from living the Monk life to living the corporate life and states that resilience and consistency are the key ingredients for success in anything that you aspire to do.
At the age of 15, he started to dive deeper into his spiritual journey through his friend Jay Shetty who later on convinced Anand to move back to London from Cardiff whilst he...2021-06-231h 10
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”We were both crying because of the state it was in” w/ Prakash DattaniSeason 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
Don't forget to...2021-02-2857 minRoots to Routes with Anand Dattani”We were both crying because of the state it was in” w/ Prakash DattaniSeason 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
Don't forget to...2021-02-2857 min
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”Everybody looked out for everybody” w/ Prakash DattaniSeason 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
Don't forget to...2021-02-2049 minRoots to Routes with Anand Dattani”Everybody looked out for everybody” w/ Prakash DattaniSeason 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
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Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”The Music Keeps Us All Together” w/ Shobna RupareliaNote: episode is spoken mostly in Gujarati
Season 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on...2021-02-061h 10Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”The Music Keeps Us All Together” w/ Shobna RupareliaNote: episode is spoken mostly in Gujarati
Season 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
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Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”I never found problem mixing with people” w/ Dinesh DattaniSeason 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
Don't forget to...2021-01-311h 02Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”I never found problem mixing with people” w/ Dinesh DattaniSeason 1 - From Uganda to the UK. The story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
Don't forget to...2021-01-311h 02
Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani”It took us 4 days to get to London” w/ Dinesh DattaniThe story of the Dattani siblings, who grew up in Kakamega, Kenya, before moving to Jinja, Uganda in December 1950.
"It was a paradise living there", as one of the siblings described. Until the rise of Idi Amin's political power led to the forced exile of all 'foreigners' from East Africa. Season 1 follows the journey of how this close-knit family individually found their way to London (with some stops along the way).
Listen now on all major platforms.
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