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Passion Projects with PayalFrom Bones to Beans: A Forensic Anthropologist's Brewed Awakening with Bertha HurtadoThis week on Passion Projects, we are on location with Bertha Hurtado, a former forensic anthropologist who traded in lab work for lattes. Now the founder of Florida’s first electric mobile coffee bar, On the Run Coffee Bar, Bertha shares how her Peruvian roots, scientific background, and love of community inspired her to build a sustainable coffee experience on wheels. We dive into her bold career pivot, the lessons she's carried over from science to small business, and what it means to truly serve coffee with purpose. Whether you're dreaming of your own career shift or ju...2025-05-2256 minPassion Projects with PayalChasing Curiosity: Building a Life Around Travel with Tara McAndrewEver dreamed of leaving your 9-to-5 and seeing the world — but wondered how to actually make it sustainable?In this week's episode, Tara McAndrew shares how she went from teaching in Ontario to creating a life filled with meaningful travel, education, and impact. As the founder of Travel with TMC, Tara coaches others on how to design travel experiences using points and loyalty programs, helping them align their adventures with personal goals, values, and meaningful connections.We talk about what travel teaches us, the behind-the-scenes of life as a travel coach and educator, and how la...2025-05-1637 minPassion Projects with PayalBeyond the Sidelines with Celtics Reporter Abby ChinIn this episode, I sit down with Abby Chin, longtime Boston Celtics Sideline Reporter for NBC Sports Boston, who shared her journey into the world of sports media. From breaking into a male-dominated industry to covering the Celtics’ historic 2024 NBA Championship run, Abby shares how passion, perseverance, and purpose have shaped her career on and off the court.Whether you’re a die-hard Celtics fan, a sports media enthusiast, or just someone who loves a good behind-the-scenes story, you’ll love this episode.Follow Payal @PayalDoshiTV and Abby @TVAbby on Instagram. Stay up to...2025-05-091h 03Passion Projects with PayalLiving Conciously and Leading Change with Desirée DupuisWelcome to the official reboot of Passion Projects. I’m Payal, and I’m here to share the stories of people who’ve turned what they love into what they do. From bold ideas to career-defining moments, we’ll dive into what fuels their dreams, how they’ve built a life around their passions, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Get ready to be inspired — because your passion project might be closer than you think.In this episode of Passion Projects, Desirée shares how she’s built three purpose-driven ventures — from vegan fashion...2025-05-0147 min
The Real Deal with Courtney HardenEP 195 - Women's History Month Series featuring Digital Media Podcaster Payal Doshi2025-03-2039 min
The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast | ELAFirst Chapter Friday: Matt de la Peña Reads Welcome to the second episode of the author spotlight series here at Spark Creativity! In this series, you’ll hear from authors sharing their work directly into your classroom. Today we’re hearing from Matt de la Peña reading his short story "How to Transform an Everyday, Ordinary Hoop Court into a Place of Higher Learning and You at the Podium," from the collection, Flying Lessons. Stay tuned throughout the year to hear from many more wonderful authors, including Victor Pineiro, Payal Doshi, and Nancy Tandon. You can also...2024-02-0614 minThe Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast | ELAThe First Chapter Friday Series: Megan E. Freeman reads from Alone Welcome to the first episode of the author spotlight series here at Spark Creativity! In this series, you’ll hear from authors sharing their work directly into your classroom. Today we’re hearing from Megan E. Freeman, reading from her book, Alone. Stay tuned throughout the year to hear from many more wonderful authors, including Matt de la Peña, Payal Doshi, and Nancy Tandon. Megan E. Freeman attended an elementary school where poets visited her classroom every week to teach poetry, and she has been a writer ever since...2024-01-0912 min
Inside the Minds of AuthorsPayal Doshi, Middle Grade AuthorHappy Monday my Friends, Welcome to another exciting episode of Inside the Minds of Authors. I’m thrilled you are joining me today. My dear friend and absolutely talented author, Ms. Payal Doshi, is joining us to discuss her debut middle grade novel Rea and the Blood of the Nectar. Ms. Payal gives us an insight into her journey to publish this incredible fantasy book, searching for an agent, and some lessons she learned during the process. For fans of fantasy adventures, you are going to love the universe that Payal has created. To learn mo...2022-09-1330 min
Queries, Qualms, & QuirksMiddle Grade Author Payal Doshi and the Joy of Writing a Single SceneMiddle Grade Author Payal Doshi joins Queries, Qualms, & Quirks this week to discuss writing Captain Planet fanfic at eight years old, putting revisions on hold to have a baby, removing an entire POV, wanting to tell a story different from the dominant narrative, paying attention to the market, having to do your own marketing, the benefits and challenges of working with a small press, knowing which questions to ask, writing with a young child, paying attention to word count
Payal Doshi has a Master’s in Creative Writing from The New School, NY. Having lived in India, th...2022-04-0745 min
Middle Grade Ninja4th MGN Clip Show 2021 PART ONEIt’s the fourth mega-sized Middle Grade Ninja clips show, featuring snippets from episodes 101 through 146 that aired in 2021. This episode is so stuffed with incredible content it had to be broken up into TWO PARTS
Don't miss PART TWO.
New episodes are scheduled to return January 8th.
Until then, enjoy this compilation of clips from conversations with AUTHORS Christina Li, Caroline Gertler, Rucker Moses, Theo Gangi, Donna Galanti, Mike Johnston, Lisa Fipps, Nick Goss, Esabella Strickland, Carrie Seim, Dorothy A. Winsor, Carole Boston Weatherford, Kyle Lukoff, Luke Cunningham, David LaRochelle, Mike Wohnoutka, Alane Adams, Susan McCormick, Robert Beatty, Payal Doshi, Ja...2021-12-254h 51
Middle Grade Ninja4th MGN Clip Show 2021 PART TWOIt’s the fourth mega-sized Middle Grade Ninja clips show, featuring snippets from episodes 101 through 146 that aired in 2021. This episode is so stuffed with incredible content it had to be broken up into TWO PARTS
Don't miss PART ONE.
New episodes are scheduled to return January 8th.
Until then, enjoy this compilation of clips from conversations with AUTHORS Christina Li, Caroline Gertler, Rucker Moses, Theo Gangi, Donna Galanti, Mike Johnston, Lisa Fipps, Nick Goss, Esabella Strickland, Carrie Seim, Dorothy A. Winsor, Carole Boston Weatherford, Kyle Lukoff, Luke Cunningham, David LaRochelle, Mike Wohnoutka, Alane Adams, Susan McCormick, Robert Beatty, Payal Doshi, Ja...2021-12-253h 47
Dream Gardens: Talking Up the Children's Books We LoveAnne of Green Gables – an interview with Payal Doshi
Podcast #107
For my one hundred seventh Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed author Payal Doshi about the classic novel for young readers, Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This story of a young orphan girl who brings her brings her exuberance and fierce independence to the quiet town of Avonlea has entertained readers for well over a hundred years.
Payal Doshi’s debut middle grade novel Rea and the Blood of the Nectar was published June, 2021. It is the first book of her Chronicles of Astranthia. You can find more information about...2021-09-0652 min
GSMC Book Review PodcastGSMC Book Review Podcast Episode 302: Interview with Payal DoshiSarah interviews Payal Doshi about her book, Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, the first book in her middle-grade fantasy series: "It all begins on the night Rea turns twelve. After a big fight with her twin brother Rohan on their birthday, Rea's life in the small village of Darjeeling, India, gets turned on its head. It’s four in the morning and Rohan is nowhere to be found. It hasn’t even been a day and Amma acts like Rohan's gone forever. Her grandmother, too, is behaving strangely. Unwilling to give up on her brother, Rea and her frie...2021-08-2758 minDream Gardens: Talking Up the Children's Books We LoveThe Black Stallion; Dear Me: Letters to Myself, For All of My Emotions – an interview with Dr. William A. Haseltine
Podcast #106
For my one hundred sixth Dream Gardens children’s books podcast, I interviewed Dr. William A. Haseltine about two children’s books: The Black Stallion by Walter Farley, the classic story of a boy and his horse; and Dear Me: Letters to Myself, For All of My Emotions by Donna Tetreault, illustrated by Elisena Bonadio, a picture book guide for young children on understanding and coping with all of their feelings.
Dr. Haseltine is a scientist and author, and he is the Chair and President of ACCESS Health International. His books include COVID: A Family...2021-08-1659 min
Hello Fellow KidsRea and the Blood of the Nectar (Hello Fellow Kids #40)Mara and Josh are excited to dive into the world of Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, a new release from first-time author Payal Doshi. Copies were provided for the purposes of this review.
Also discussed: the Welsh language, Wildwood, golf, California's Great America, Michael Gambon, and Izzyzzz.
Next month we will not be premiering a new episode. Instead, we will return in September with Fablehaven: Keys to the Demon Prison by Brandon Mull.
Contact us at hfkpodcast@gmail.com or @hfkpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. We're also on GoodReads: www.goodreads.com/user/show/90379252-josh-mara
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A Galaxy Not So Far AwayMysterious Mini 47: The Mini-est 'SodeEvents this week: Wednesday, June 30th: Daryl Wood Gerber and Lee Hollis Thursday, July 1st: Payal Doshi and Juliana Brandt New this week: A Glimmer of a Clue by Daryl Wood Gerber Death of an Italian Chef by Lee Hollis When Stars Collide by Susan Elizabeth Phillips Dead by Dawn by Paul Doiron Bad Moon Rising by John Galligan Star Wars: The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott Star Wars: The Race to Crashpoint Tower by Daniel Jose Older 2021-06-2907 min
Middle Grade Ninja120 Publisher Sailaja N. Joshi, Editor Amy Maranville, And Author Payal DoshiSailaja N. Joshi, Amy Maranville, Payal Doshi, and I discuss Mango + Marigold Press and their newest release, REA AND THE BLOOD OF THE NECTAR. We talk about the cycle of their book from submission to acquisition, editing and revising, marketing and promotion, all the way to its launch and beyond. We discuss the importance of increasing diversity in publishing, the role of luck in an author’s career, a flying saucer story AND a ghost story, crucial advice for writers, and so much more.
Sailaja N. Joshi is a design thinker, intersectional feminist, mother to two, a bibliophile, an entrepreneur, lo...2021-06-121h 39
Books and Boba#138 - Author Chat w/ Payal DoshiOn this episode, we invite author Payal Doshi to the podcast to chat about her debut novel Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, a middle grade fantasy adventure about an Indian girl's journey into a magical world to find her missing twin brother. Payal shares about her journey to becoming an author, how she built the magical world of Astranthia, and more!Follow Payal on IG at @payaldoshiauthor and pre-order her debut novel Rea and the Blood of the Nectar on sale June 15, 2021!*Support the podcast by purchasing books at our bookshop *F...2021-06-0453 min
Your Favorite BookAnne of Green Gables with Payal Doshi (Author of Rea and the Blood of the Nectar)Who better to talk about a middle grade novel than a middle grade author? In this nostalgic episode, Payal Doshi and I talk all things ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, everything from Anne's spunky attitude, Merilla's relatable energy, the will they/won't they of Anne and Gilbert, and so much more. We also chat about Payal's upcoming middle grade novel, which is a wonderful read in its own right. Payal talks about researching settings and worldbuilding, how to create a unique magic system, revising to fit the message you want to convey, and a whole lot more. We also share...2021-06-0354 minHello Fellow KidsTeen Titans: Raven (Hello Fellow Kids #39)Mara and Josh dive into DC Comics with Kami Garcia and Gabriel Picolo's Teen Titans: Raven. How does their first experience with DC's young adult graphic novel line fare? Guess you'll have to listen and find out.
Also discussed: Dane Cook, Bronies, nougat, the Pfizer vaccine, and drunk Superman.
Next month we will be reading Rea and the Blood of the Nectar by Payal Doshi.
Contact us at hfkpodcast@gmail.com or @hfkpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. We're also on GoodReads: www.goodreads.com/user/show/90379252-josh-mara
Theme music composed by Ben Ash. Visit him at www.benash.com. Mixing...2021-06-011h 00
Express Yourself!HappinessNihal Gill and Diya Hituvalli cohost an hour of Indian happiness. They interview the dynamic new author Payal Doshi for her Middle Grade read, Rea and the Blood of the Nectar, the story of 12-year-old Rea Chettri from Darjeeling, India, who goes off on a secret and thrilling quest as she portals into the magical realm of Astranthia to find her missing twin brother Rohan. Payal’s first draft of her book showcased Caucasian characters, locations, and elements. When her writing teacher asked why she hadn’t created Indian protagonists, she realized that South Asian characters are often portrayed in a st...2021-05-3055 min
The Creative Hustle With Anika GoyalIn Conversation with Payal Doshi: Debut Middle Grade Author of Rea and the Blood of NectarIn this episode, Anika interviews Payal Doshi, debut author of Rea and the Blood of Nectar
And, it is a fun filled episode with lots of new things being uncovered at each moment
To know more, about Payal Doshi, go to :
payaldoshiauthor.com
Stay tuned for new episodes every week
2021-04-0939 min
The Bookish Society PodcastPayal DoshiThis week I’m talking with Payal Doshi about her wonderful new book: Rea and the Blood of the Nectar (The Chronicles of Astranthia #1)If you are looking for a new Middle-Grade Fantasy Series this Summer, you’ll want to pre-order this story now.The night that Rea and her twin brother turn twelve, everything changes for them. They live in Darjeeling, India, near a tea plantation, and when Rohan goes missing on their 12th birthday. But he isn't in Darjeeling; he is held captive in the land beyond the banyan tree, Astranthia. It is up t...2021-03-0936 min
The GIGI PodcastGIGI #0: “Meet Payal”Down to talk business? So are we. Sit down with Payal, founder and creator of GIGI a premier gifting service and listen to today’s brands talk about what it takes.Hosted by Payal Doshi, the entrepreneur and creator behind GIGI. Produced and edited by Nanda Productions.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nandaproductions/support2021-02-0905 min
Passion Projects with PayalOn The Frontlines Of COVID-19 With ShivaniThe COVID-19 virus has literally turned our world upside down. There have been over 5.4 million cases worldwide to date. Scientists are working around the clock in search of a vaccine. My best friend Shivani is one of the many fearless essential workers on the medical frontlines. She's a Respiratory Therapist caring for COVID-19 patients in a Greater Toronto Area hospital.Shiv not only takes us through a day in her world during this pandemic but also provides us with some valuable advice we should all take into account when it comes to combating the Coronavirus. 2020-05-2542 min
Passion Projects with PayalRedefining The Millennial Mindset With Jade SalazaarDuring this unprecedented time we are all living a new normal. My guest and dear friend, Jade Salazaar, shares how she and her team in Toronto are coping with COVID-19 while being deemed an essential worker.
Jade has been through various stages at her company and because of her ever growing skill set she's risen to the role of Director of Service Design.
Once Jade sets a goal, she's determined to go out there and accomplish it! Her passion for travel has led her to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, trek through the Grand Canyon and so...2020-05-0620 min
Passion Projects with PayalCabbie Presents...His Path to SuccessAll he wanted to do was make girls laugh well that turned into something bigger then he imagined. Cabral Richards has become a household name in the Canadian sports scene as the host of his own segment "Cabbie Presents..." featured on TSN. His unorthodox interview style has not only allowed his viewers to laugh hysterically but also gain insight into the lives of your favourite athletes. We tackle everything from how he began his journey as a reporter to what advice he has for young upcoming broadcasters of tomorrow. Oh, did I mention we also take a little stroll...2020-01-0738 min
Passion Projects with PayalHoops Africa, Ubuntu MattersSports have impacted both society and its development in Africa. Filmmaker, Taylor Sharp gave us an eye-opening account of his experiences through his travels which have led him to fulfill his passions.2020-01-0718 min
Passion Projects with PayalWild Adventures with Dr. FitzDr. Fitz takes us on a wild journey... as he openly shares his love for exotic animals, MMA fighting & acupuncture therapy and how these passions have transformed into his occupations. Sit back and enjoy episode 3 of Passion Projects.2020-01-0744 min
Passion Projects with PayalCoast to Coast with Christian AlicpalaEveryone's got a story...Christian Alicpala shares his unconventional route to landing his dream job at the NBA. His journey involves some twists and turns that ultimately allowed him to find his passion.2020-01-0728 min
Passion Projects with PayalHitting the High Notes with Danelle SandovalOur guest Danelle Sandoval's hard work and dedication to her craft has allowed her to forge her own path in the indie music industry! She's also got some important advice for all those passion seekers!2020-01-0719 min
Books That SpeakA Helping Hand - English stories for kids - Pratham BooksHappy to release this story on 3rd December - The world disability day.
There's a new girl in class and our teacher has asked me to be her friend and show her around. But I'm not sure I want to - she's... not like the rest of us! A fascinating tale of friendship and fitting in, which tells its story through letters.
A wonderful story written by Payal Dhar, illustrated by Vartika Sharma, published by Pratham Books. Narrated by Asawari Doshi.
Storyweaver link: https://storyweaver.org.in/stories/5144-a-helping-hand
Youtube link for the story: https://youtu.be/NqoC6s1WCKs
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ATL and 29Episode 32 - Payal DoshiWe talk to Raptors expert Payal Doshi of RealSport about the recent Raps/Bucks series, the upcoming Raps/Cavaliers series, and more important topics like 'Was the Milwaukee U-S-A, U-S-A chant corny?' and 'Is Bruno Caboclo fewer than two years away from being two years away?'
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HoopdarshanHoopdarshan Episode 26: NBA All Star Preview with NBA Canada's Payal DoshiThe 2016 NBA All Star Weekend is upon us, and for the first time, basketball's biggest exhibition event will take place outside the United States - in Toronto, Canada. To bring Hoopdarshan listeners closer to the event, we invited Payal Doshi, the Social Media Manager of NBA Canada, to give us a brief buzz of how Toronto has prepared for All Star. Of course, hosts Kaushik Lakshman and Karan Madhok give their unadulterated predictions and expectations for the All Star Weekend, too. We wrap up this episode by speaking to Payal about her experiences with Indian Basketball and reveal a big...2016-02-111h 19
Boston Celtics Post Game ShowNBA East vs West - All-Star Post Game Show!CLNS Radio will have all the coverage from Houston for the NBA All-Star Game. The Celtics Post Game crew will go live immediately following the Sunday festivities.Nick Gelso and Sean Bakke will man the "virtual studio."The guys will break down the game and even the musical performances - why not?CLNS will get a live report from Houston. Toronto Raptors expert and NBA Insider, Payal Doshi will fill in for J. Weiss. Payal will give us a report on all of the All-Star Weekend festivities. We will get our locker room report from Payal, 15 minutes after the closing...2013-02-1859 min