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AI Realized PodcastAI Realized PodcastPodcast title: Streaming Smarter: How AI is Transforming Media at EchoStar with Al ShanmugamIn this episode of AI Realized, hosted by Christina Ellwood, guest Al Shanmugam, Head of Product at EchoStar, discusses the impact of AI on enterprise executives, focusing on AI deployment in streaming services like Dish Network and Sling TV. Shanmugam elaborates on AI's role in personalization, automation, and agent AI, describing how EchoStar uses AI for streaming challenges, customer recommendations, and ad placements. He also touches on the importance of having a strong, centralized AI committee within the enterprise to manage AI strategies and the significance of setting KPIs to measure AI’s effectiveness. Further, Shanmugam explains the benefits of...2025-06-2034 minThe Yunusov QuestionThe Yunusov QuestionKannon Shanmugam on SCOTUS, DOJ, Antonin Scalia, Ken Starr, and changing meanings of wordsKannon Shanmugam is a partner at Paul, Weiss, the chair of its Washington office and a co-chair of the Litigation Department of the firm.Important: this video contains no legal advice. You must consult a lawyer or another professional about your specific situation.Kannon Shanmugam: https://www.paulweiss.com/professionals/partners-and-counsel/kannon-shanmugamYunusov Law Professional Corporation: https://lawto.ca2025-06-1045 minPlan BPlan B#789 Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law K. ShanmugamIn this episode, we dive deep into the US tariffs - how they hit Singapore, what they mean for our future, and how they shake up an already turbulent world. We sit down with Minister for Law K. Shanmugam to tackle the tough questions - including the hot topic: was the timing just a little too coincidental with GE2025?(03:09) Say hello to Law Minister K. Shanmugam(11.25) What do the US tariffs mean for Singapore’s future?(17:15) Malay-Muslim community’s stance on the tariffs(20:05) Why this minimum 10% tariff affects Sing...2025-04-2849 minLokal PoliticsLokal PoliticsEP39. Always Doing What’s Right for Singaporeans - Minister K ShanmugamSend us a textDan and Vanan sit down with Minister K Shanmugam to talk tariffs, financial markets losing trillions, and how Singapore can thrive in such muddy waters.Plus, how to keep making long term plans when there's more political contestation and how does Min Shanmugam deal with people who dislike him?👀 Stay tuned and make sure you’re subscribed with notifications on!Follow us for exclusive updates:🎙 Podcast: www.majulah.co/lokalpolitics🎥 TikTok: @majulahpresents📷 Instagram: @majulahpresents2025-04-2641 minThe Usual PlaceThe Usual PlaceOn to his 9th GE: Shanmugam on his 37 years in politicsHe says a serious-minded person can come into the Singapore political system and make a difference. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah hunts for new perspectives on issues that matter to young people.  In the lead-up to Singapore's next general election that will be held on May 3, 2025, Natasha looks at how MPs, and others involved, are preparing themselves. Minister for Law and Home Affairs K Shanmugam is a seasoned politician about to head into his ninth election at the upcoming General Election. The minister, who will be leading the N...2025-04-2058 minThe Straits Times PodcastsThe Straits Times PodcastsOn to his 9th GE: Shanmugam on his 37 years in politicsHe says a serious-minded person can come into the Singapore political system and make a difference. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah hunts for new perspectives on issues that matter to young people. Minister for Law and Home Affairs K Shanmugam is a seasoned politician about to head into his ninth election at the upcoming General Election. The minister, who will be leading the Nee Soon GRC team at GE 2025, first became an MP in 1988 and later a Cabinet Minister in 2008. In this episode, he speaks with Natasha and h...2025-04-2058 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#631 - Shanmugam’s MPS Stand-Off with Activists & Can Unit Pricing Combat Shrinkflation?A video of Minister K. Shanmugam verbally clashing with activists at a Meet-the-People Session last week has gone viral, with the activists in question drawing widespread condemnation for their provocative actions. The activists revealed their side of the story over the weekend, and alleged that they were unfairly portrayed by the Minister’s team and mainstream media. Who’s winning this war of words? Meanwhile, supermarkets in Singapore are finally rolling out unit pricing, making grocery shopping more transparent for consumers. But will it actually help? (00:00) Words of Wisdom(01:00) Intro(07:44) Shanmugam’s MPS Stand-Off with Activi...2025-03-171h 18Early Returns - Law and Politics with Jan BaranEarly Returns - Law and Politics with Jan BaranA Supreme Path: From Latin to Campaign Finance Law, to 38 Oral Arguments – Kannon ShanmugamArguing before the Supreme Court increasingly has become a specialty of an elite group of lawyers.  A former Scalia judicial law clerk, Kannon Shanmugam has argued 38 cases at the court.  In this episode, Jan speaks with Kannon about his Midwest upbringing, his route to being a lawyer, his exceptional career, and his times before the Supreme Court.  They discuss his most memorable case, Maryland v King, involving DNA and the Fourth Amendment; he shares his observations about the Dobbs decision leak at the Court; and they recall the campaign finance case, McConnell v. FEC (how Jan and Kan...2024-05-2944 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#518 - Shanmugam Rebuts “Sneering” From The Economist & Singaporean Workers Threatening to Quit if Forced to Return to Office?Last week, Law and Home Affairs Minister Shanmugam clapped back at British publication The Economist with a rebuttal of their article about Lawrence Wong succeeding Lee Hsien Loong as PM. His Facebook post drew many comparisons between the UK and Singapore, and so far has seen a mixed reaction from online commentators. What could have been the impetus behind the response to the “sneer”? Elsewhere, a survey revealed that 1 in 2 Singapore workers would quit their job if asked to be in the office more often. Is this just a strawberry generation mindset, or does it point to societal attitudes towa...2024-04-241h 05The Attorney LoungeThe Attorney LoungeKannon Shanmugam, Supreme Court Lawyer at Paul WeissBrian Roberts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beeberts/) talks to Kannon Shanmugam (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kannon/). Kannon is widely recognized as one of the nation's top appellate lawyers, having argued 36 cases before the Supreme Court of the United States and over 100 appeals in courts across the country, including all thirteen federal courts of appeals. Kannon and Brian both grew up at the same time in Lawrence, Kansas, both attending Lawrence High School and sharing a love for the Royals, Chiefs, and University of Kansas athletics. At the beginning of the show, Brian and Kannon...2024-01-161h 00Yah Lah ButYah Lah But#459 - Shanmugam Takes Issue with ST Op-ed on Israel-Hamas War & MBS Launches $10,000 Taylor Swift Concert PackagesA recent Straits Times op-ed on the Israel-Hamas war, written by retired senior diplomat Bilahari Kausikan, triggered a response from Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam, who disagreed with Bilahari’s views, and also directed people to read another op-ed with a differing perspective. Why was there a need for a Minister to come forward and push back on a paywall-blocked op-ed accessible only to ST subscribers? Elsewhere, Marina Bay Sands is going all in on Taylor Swift mania with their VIP concert packages, with eye-watering prices ranging from $10,000 on the low end, to $50,000 for the “Wildest Dreams” package. We bre...2023-11-221h 00The Business Times PodcastsThe Business Times PodcastsConfronting Challenge - With K Shanmugam: Lens on Singapore (Ep 3)With frank clarity, Minister K Shanmugam, in conversation with Claressa Monteiro, shares his fears of the challenges that loom ahead for Singapore. A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region. Highlights of the conversation: 01:06 Are we taking our success for granted  05:06 What are the economic challenges  10:59 Policy vs public opinion  22:52 Rising religiosity and the threat it poses  28:05 What role does national media play...2023-09-1731 minThe Business Times Branded PodcastsThe Business Times Branded PodcastsConfronting Challenge - With K Shanmugam: Lens on Singapore (Ep 3)With frank clarity, Minister K Shanmugam, in conversation with Claressa Monteiro, shares his fears of the challenges that loom ahead for Singapore. A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region. Highlights of the conversation: 01:06 Are we taking our success for granted  05:06 What are the economic challenges  10:59 Policy vs public opinion  22:52 Rising religiosity and the threat it poses  28:05 What role does national media play...2023-09-1731 minBT Lens OnBT Lens OnConfronting Challenge - With K Shanmugam: Lens on Singapore (Ep 3)With frank clarity, Minister K Shanmugam, in conversation with Claressa Monteiro, shares his fears of the challenges that loom ahead for Singapore. A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region. Highlights of the conversation: 01:06 Are we taking our success for granted  05:06 What are the economic challenges  10:59 Policy vs public opinion  22:52 Rising religiosity and the threat it poses  28:05 What role does national media play...2023-09-1731 minPodcast Berita Harian SingapuraPodcast Berita Harian SingapuraHome Team dan diskriminasi kaum. Encik Shanmugam perjelas keadaan.Dalam tempoh lima tahun yang lalu, Home Team telah menyiasat enam kes mengenai diskriminasi kaum yang dilaporkan pegawainya, dan hanya tiga daripadanya yang didapati berasas.Enam kes disiasat itu adalah sekitar 1.1 peratus daripada 310 kes isu tempat kerja yang dilaporkan dalam kalangan 29,000 pegawai di Home Team, kata Menteri Ehwal Dalam Negeri merangkap Undang-undang, Encik K. Shanmugam.Ini didedahkan Encik Shanmugam dalam episod podcast #NoTapis yang membincangkan tentang isu diskriminasi kaum dan agama di Home Team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-08-2530 minBig Asian EnergyBig Asian EnergyVisa Shanmugam On Healing Generational Wounds: The Power of BreathworkIt's a common narrative in many cultures to believe that our worth is tied to our achievements, that our value is measured by external validations.   The reality? This belief system becomes so deeply ingrained that it shapes our self-perception, influencing our interactions, relationships, and even our career choices.   Cultural expectations, societal pressures, and personal experiences combine to create the lens through which we view ourselves and the world around us.   And the result of this? It often leads to self-doubt, a constant need for external validation, and a d...2023-08-2345 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#419 - Shanmugam and Balakrishnan Could Sue Lee Hsien Yang for Defamation & Tharman Launches Campaign for PresidencyMinisters K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan have sent lawyers’ letters to Lee Hsien Yang after he doubled down on his comments about the Ridout Road issue, even after getting POFMAed. What happens when someone decides to ignore a POFMA order? Also, Tharman Shanmugaratnam officially launched his platform for the presidential bid on Wednesday. What stood out at this event, and what did we think of his “Respect For All” slogan?FolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.c...2023-07-2843 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#397 - Ministers Shanmugam and Vivian Revealed as Renters of Huge Colonial Bungalows & Blackpink Fans Disappointed by ConcertLast Friday evening, the Singapore Land Authority responded to a series of blogposts from opposition politician Kenneth Jeyaratnam that questioned how Ministers K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan came to occupy two huge state-owned colonial bungalows on Ridout Road. We break down SLA’s response, and examine why this house rental issue is generating a lot of buzz on social media. Elsewhere, many Blackpink fans were left disappointed with their concert experience on the Singapore leg of the band’s world tour. Some placed the blame on poor concert etiquette, but was it ultimately just unrealistic expectations on the part of t...2023-05-1558 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#344 - Covid protests spread across China & Shanmugam deadlifts 125kg at eventChinese citizens are taking to the streets in major cities across the country, in an unprecedented protest against the government’s Covid-zero policy and prolonged lockdowns. We discuss the significance of these protests, and what might happen next. Closer to home, Minister Shanmugam deadlifted a new personal best of 125kg at a community fitness event. Was this just a soft flex, or will it really inspire more people towards hitting their fitness goals?   Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube   Folklory If you’re looking for a meanin...2022-11-2851 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#332 - Rishi Sunak becomes UK PM & Richard Branson invited to debate with ShanmugamCoinciding with Deepavali festivities around the world, Rishi Sunak won the race to lead the Conservative Party, and therefore to become the UK’s first ever British Asian PM. How are Indians around the world feeling about this watershed moment in international politics? Closer to home, the Ministry of Home Affairs have officially invited UK billionaire Sir Richard Branson to Singapore to debate the country’s drug policy and death penalty with Minister K. Shanmugam. What led to this strange situation? Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB YouTube YLB IG Rishi Sunak becomes UK P...2022-10-251h 01Advisory OpinionsAdvisory OpinionsSupreme Court Term Wrap Up with Kannon ShanmugamDavid and Sarah are joined by Kannon Shanmugam, partner at Paul Weiss, for their now traditional end-of-term Supreme Court case roundup. Was this the most significant Supreme Court term of our lifetimes? Plus: it wouldn’t be a traditional episode with Kannon Shanmugam without another round of barbeque reviews. Show Notes:-TMD: The End of ‘Pen and Phone’-Washington Post: A firm’s split with its star gun-case lawyer shows what ails the left Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-07-121h 10Yah Lah ButYah Lah But#305 - Shanmugam defends SG policies on BBC’s HardTalk & Rachel Wong’s defamation caseK Shanmugam recently jousted with British journalist and presenter Stephen Sackur on a 24-minute BBC podcast interview for the programme HardTalk. While the interview had some coverage on mainstream media, it has generally gone under the radar… until now, because we listened to it, and highly recommend that everyone listen to it. Why? Elsewhere, the judge’s ruling for influencer Rachel Wong’s defamation case set a lot of tongues wagging. We dive into the murky waters of alleged infidelity, wedding night shenanigans, and Instagram-speak. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB YouTube YLB IG Shan...2022-07-021h 04SimulationSimulation#799 Shanmugam P — The Truth About Spiritual EnlightenmentShanmugam P hosts a YouTube channel + blog on Spirituality, Psychology, Mindfulness, Enlightenment, and Poetry. His main interest is to raise awareness of bridging science and spirituality. He has authored three books including: The Truth About Spiritual Enlightenment, Discovering God, and The Book of Quotes. Website ► https://shanmugamp.org YouTube ► https://youtube.com/ShanmugamP Books ► https://amazon.com/Shanmugam-P/e/B0784DG37K Cracking Buddhist Code ► https://bit.ly/crackingbuddhistcode No Limits Society ► https://bentinhomassaro.com/nls What is I? ► https://bit.ly/WhatisI High Level Perception ► https://highlevelperception.com2022-06-301h 34Yah Lah ButYah Lah But#270 - Minister Shanmugam comments on 377A & MP Ang Wei Neng suggests expiry date for degreesIn parliament, Minister Shanmugam commented on the courts’ recent judgement in the constitutional challenge to Section 377A, and reinforced that the government will not proactively enforce the law. Is this a step in the right direction? In the same parliamentary sitting, MP for West Coast GRC Ang Wei Neng put forth a “radical idea” of setting expiry dates on degrees conferred by local universities. After receiving a massive backlash online, he clarified that his idea was merely “food for thought”. Is the backlash warranted? Follow and support our Folklory journey towards 100 customers in 100 days! Check it out on https...2022-03-0453 minYah Lah ButYah Lah But#233 - SG extending F1 contract & Shanmugam calls Amos Yee‘s supporters “hypocrites”Minister of Transport S Iswaran recently revealed that SG is in talks to continue hosting the F1 night race next year. Having only discussed this topic on YLB #165 in June, we revisit the debate of whether SG should move on from the F1 race. Elsewhere, Shanmugam wrote a Facebook post that called out the “hypocrisy” of media outlets and activists that had supported Amos Yee when he was convicted for wounding religious feelings in SG many years ago. Is there any merit to his call-out? Love from our sponsor - FOLKLORY Thinking of what gifts to g...2021-11-171h 21Ask ALBAsk ALBALB Conversations: K Shanmugam SC, Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law, SingaporeIn the past few years, Singapore has been building itself as a key dispute resolution hub for the region. Parties from around the world can now resolve their disputes in Singapore via a variety of methods and forums, including litigation at the SICC, arbitration at the SIAC, and mediation at the SIMC.To find out more about some of the key initiatives in this regard, Ranajit Dam, managing editor of Thomson Reuters’ Asian Legal Business, chats with K. Shanmugam SC, Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law. In a wide-ranging interview, Shanmugam describes the growing need fo...2021-10-2719 minBecoming YouBecoming YouSustainable Swaps I've Made That Help Mother EarthIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I share seven product swaps I made to live a more sustainable lifestyle. I believe that spirituality is having a deep, deep connection to yourself and the world around you. You can’t separate the two: Your relationship with your own being is directly tied with your relationship with your environment. Sustainability is a huge part of my life. I’ve realized that, as I’ve come to know myself better, I have a huge responsibility to have as little an impact on Mother Earth as possible in ter...2021-09-2830 minBecoming YouBecoming YouCinderella: The Self-Love VersionIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I do a deep dive into my seven takeaways from the brand new Cinderella film. It’s a bit of an unusual source of inspiration for life lessons, I know. But I couldn’t help but reflect on how this groundbreaking reimagining of a beloved Disney classic had such a profound impact on me personally, and even as a business owner! Takeaway #1: Familiarity Grows Your Community. Another recent musical that I love is The Greatest Showman, but I just wasn’t taken in as muc...2021-09-2134 minBecoming YouBecoming YouHow to Become a More Conscious ParentIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Dr. Laura Froyen. With a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS), she helps individuals, partners, and co-parents become the parents they are longing to be. Listen in as we talk all things manifestation and the Law of Attraction! How did your car accident change your life? Laura: This experience saved me from living an existence that was unsatisfying and unfulfilling and it helped me step more fully into my purpose. How did the accident affect your...2021-09-1459 minBecoming YouBecoming YouTraining to Climb Mt. EverestIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I share a very personal journey that I’m about to embark on and the transformation I’m currently undergoing as I prepare for this life-changing challenge. I’m getting ready to climb Mount Everest. No, not the real Mount Everest. Rather, I aim to climb Stratton Mountain in Vermont. Not quite as daunting as trekking up Earth’s highest mountain… ...except that I’m planning to scale Stratton Mountain 17 times—as if I was climbing the real Everest—within 36 hours. Organizing this...2021-09-1326 minBecoming YouBecoming YouMy Personal Spiritual PracticesIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I talk about the spiritual practices I personally go back to time and time again in order to center and connect to myself. Practice #1: Meditation This was my gateway into true spirituality. Once I discovered how to meditate and really commit to the practice of meditation, I was able to tap into a part of myself that I didn’t even know existed. A mentor of mine beautifully told me that “practice means you’re going to be making mistakes.” There is no destinat...2021-08-3128 minBecoming YouBecoming YouNine Tips I Took to Find the Light After a Recent Dark TimeIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I talk about the nine tips I took to find the light after a recent period of darkness. How do your emotions get stuck? When you suppress and refuse to talk about them. We need to walk into the darkness in order to feel it, and only then can we release it. Tip #1: Allow all your feelings to surface without judgement. How many of us tell ourselves that we shouldn’t tear up in front of our kids or our spouse? Ho...2021-08-2437 minBecoming YouBecoming YouSix Habits To Help You Feel More Financially AbundantIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I go in-depth into the six habits you can incorporate into your life to develop your money mindset. My own money mindset still has a long way to go, but I am proud to say that I have come a long way from where I used to be. What is a “money mindset”, exactly? A “mindset” is a set of beliefs that influence your relationship with some area. So, you have a mindset around money, a mindset around health, and a mindset around relation...2021-08-1733 minBecoming YouBecoming YouHow to Consciously Manifest, Collapse Time, and Create Unrealistic Wealth While Defying LogicIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Katie Wilkinson, a quantum business and wealth coach who guides women to consciously manifest, collapse time, and create unrealistic wealth and business success while defying logic. Listen in as we talk about manifestation and the Law of Attraction! What do you do for a living and how old are you? Katie: I’m 22 and I’m from Melbourne, Australia. I am a manifestation, quantum, and business coach. I help people tap into the infinite realm of the quantum, defy logic, collapse time...2021-08-1044 minBecoming YouBecoming YouInterview #2 with AryaBy popular demand, in this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome back my son Arya to get his take on the topics I cover on the show! What do you think I do well as a parent? Arya: You’re just really agreeable and I can come to you for anything. What I love about you as a son is your sense of humor and boundless energy! I also love that you’ve been speaking up for yourself more and more lately. Now, what about your dad? What does...2021-08-0329 minBecoming YouBecoming YouThe Magic of Masterminds - What Are They & How Do You Get the Most Out of Them?Today, I talk all about the magic of masterminds and answer some of the most common questions people have about them. For instance, “What the heck is a mastermind?” or “How is a mastermind different from group coaching?” Masterminds may be a significant financial investment; but, many times, the bigger risk is what you’ll miss by not making the investment. I know that masterminds have been totally transformative in my own life. In this episode, I also reflect on how different masterminds I’ve been a part of have changed me and my business...2021-07-2735 minBecoming YouBecoming YouBoundaries Don’t Make You BadIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I give my thoughts on boundaries and why knowing which ones to have can actually contribute to your growth in all areas of your life. So, how exactly do you define “boundaries”? In the simplest of terms, I define a boundary as an imaginary, or invisible, line that separates me from you. There are many categories of boundaries, which we dive into in this episode. I found that the more healthy boundaries I set in my life, the happier I get. That...2021-07-2033 minBecoming YouBecoming YouHealing Through EFT Tapping and Starting Your Own Body Bank AccountIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome fitness and EFT tapping coach Jennifer Dadigan. She and her husband Dre are the co-owners of MOC Fitness based in Portland, Oregon. What’s your personal and professional background? Jennifer: I live in Portland, Oregon in the Pacific Northwest with my blended family. My family is all about health and fitness. We’re a body-mind-spirit-centered family. My husband Dre is also in the fitness industry and we are very much in alignment when it comes to both our goals and our values. We co-o...2021-07-1345 minBecoming YouBecoming YouBecoming a More Present and Patient ParentThe way I parent today is very different to how I used to parent. Listen in as I share the six lessons that I learned over the years in becoming a more conscious parent. Lesson #1: Take care of your own needs, first. When you heal your relationship with yourself, every other relationship in your life transforms for the better. When you change, the whole world around you changes, if only because you start to view life through different lenses. As mothers, we are told that we are...2021-07-0629 minBecoming YouBecoming YouIntuition - How & Why Do You Need to ConnectIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, we discuss the vital importance of connecting with your own intuition and why so many of us struggle with doing so. What exactly is “intuition”? Some refer to it as your gut feeling or a sixth sense. I like to define it as an inner knowing or your soul guiding you. Your intuition alerts you when danger lurks; but it’s also there to nudge you toward decisions that can improve your life for the better. You may call these coincidences. I know I cert...2021-06-2937 minBecoming YouBecoming YouThe Power of Your BreathIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, we dive into some very simple breathing techniques that will help you respond to situations in life, instead of reacting to them. Why focus on the breath? Well, I’m sure I’m not the only one who has a hard time breathing when caught in an overwhelmed state. When we’re bombarded by a flood of emotions, our mind goes in a hundred different directions attempting to stop potential disasters from happening. That’s right: When in a panic, in our mind, disaster is a foregone conclusi...2021-06-2236 minBecoming YouBecoming YouNavigating ChallengesIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I discuss my mindset and approach to navigating challenges in life, big or small. Challenges are everywhere and, oftentimes, they come when they are least expected. Obviously, we don’t experience huge, life-altering challenges everyday; but we do tend to run into a number of “micro-challenges” that demand us to step out of our comfort zone, even if just a little. Because these challenges are often seemingly insignificant (at least in the moment), we deal with the mild frustration we feel by ignoring or dismissing many of these...2021-06-1537 minBecoming YouBecoming YouExpanding Your Capacity to Receive, InfinitelyIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Maru Iabichela. Known as the “Queen of Expansion”, she is an executive leadership coach and consultant and the author of Infinite Receiving: 100 Days to Expand Your Capacity to Receive. Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do. Maru: I did not grow up with confidence. I was born and raised in Venezuela. I remember flying First Class with my parents as a child and asking the flight attendant if I could be put back in Coach because I didn...2021-06-0851 minGateway Church AshfordGateway Church Ashford'Boaz' with Thana Shanmugam | Part 5 - Book of Ruth | 6.6.21'Boaz' with Thana Shanmugam | Part 5 - Book of Ruth | 6.6.21 by Gateway Church Ashford2021-06-0733 minBecoming YouBecoming YouArya’s Take on the Law of AttractionIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome my son Arya to get his take on the topics I cover on the show! Tell me about yourself. Arya: I’m ten years old, finishing up fifth grade. My favorite hobbies are cars, reading about cars, and reading in general. I love computers and playing video games with my friends. I also love playing the piano, drawing, and learning my mother tongue, Tamil. To you, what is the Law of Attraction and manifesting all about? Arya: I’...2021-06-0125 minBecoming YouBecoming YouSound Healing and the Liberating Power of Your VoiceIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome David Kennet, musician, voice coach, and Intuitive. How did you get into sound healing? David: At birth, I was diagnosed with chronic severe life-threatening asthma. It was so debilitating that I really struggled to survive. My mom would rush me to the hospital in the middle of the night just to get me to the ER room when I would have an asthma attack. Ultimately, after seeing many different specialists, she would take me to medical doctors, naturopathic doctors, and healers; but, nobody...2021-05-2547 minVoiceover with RamVoiceover with RamSaloon Kadai Shanmugam | Hairdresser Stories | S2E3 | EP#13 |Season 2's third episode comes with an exploration of difference between Saloon Kadai Shanmugam and Hair dresser Akash. #Experiencematters in hair too :P2021-05-2012 minBecoming YouBecoming YouTen Life Lessons That Nature Teaches UsIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I discuss life lessons that we can learn through nature. Now, I’m somebody who never enjoyed being outdoors much. At least not till recently. It was only when my life coach encouraged me to do a grounding exercise (walking outside on the grass, sand, or dirt in your bare feet) that I finally began to discover the value of nature in our personal journey of healing. Here are ten lessons I’ve learned about myself and about life thanks to the gift of nature. LE...2021-05-1839 minBecoming YouBecoming YouMotivation and How to Find ItIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I discuss how anyone can find more of that elusive secret sauce to conquering whatever you set your mind to: motivation. Before I hop in, I want to set the stage by making the claim that motivation is a myth. We all believe that motivation gives us the energy to get started on something. That’s an illusion. It’s just not true. Motivation does not create momentum. Action creates momentum. Motivation is an internal feeling that we all want—and expect—to get as a signal...2021-05-1123 minHow I Lawyer Podcast with Jonah PerlinHow I Lawyer Podcast with Jonah Perlin#019: Kannon Shanmugam - Supreme Court AdvocateIn this episode I speak with Kannon Shanmugam who is a Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP where he is both the Chair of the Supreme Court and Appellate Practice Group and the Managing Partner of the Washington D.C. office. Kannon is one of our generations most prominent and prolific Supreme Court advocates. He was recently named 2021 Appellate Litigator of the Year by Benchmark Litigation and has argued 32 cases before the United States Supreme Court. Prior to joining Paul Weiss, he spent ten years as a Partner at Williams & Connolly LLP and more than four years as an...2021-05-1139 minKREC\'89ERSKREC'89ERSPodcast #017 - Siva Shanmugam - MechanicalSiva Shanmugam from Mechanical perhaps needs little introduction. One of the live wires in the batch and part of the motley Sri Lankan & Malaysian bunch amongst us. Hear his fascinating journey laced with that in-your-face candidness and a distinct dose of Lankan humour. He says that he has grown younger and perhaps that is fuelled by his penchant for Lean Manufacturing in recent times ! In his words, he is focussed on the 3 Ms - Machine, Materials & Manpower.Listen to some gems such as “If someone hits you, hit him back nicely with a smile” and many more. And...2021-05-0956 minBecoming YouBecoming YouSix Secrets to a Successful MarriageIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I discuss my six best tips to a successful marriage based on 18 years of my own experience. That’s not to say I have the perfect marriage; far from it. I was a baby when I got married at 21 (my husband was 24). I certainly didn’t know who the heck I was and what I wanted out of life—and to this day, I probably still don’t know! But my husband and I grew up together, and we learned a lot over the past almost-two decades. I have l...2021-05-0445 minBecoming YouBecoming YouHandling FailureIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I discuss one of my favorite topics: handling failure. A lot of us are scared of failure because we never experienced true failure in our life. The thought of failure alone scares us. The message I want to share in this episode is how important failure is to achieving success. That may sound counterintuitive, but failure is absolutely necessary when going for big goals. Fear of failure stops so many of us from going after our dreams before we even take the first step. In...2021-04-2734 minBecoming YouBecoming YouGetting Out of Your Head and Connecting with Your BodyIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Navjit Kandola, spiritual advisor, educator, speaker, filmmaker, full-time mum, and the Director of the Nizhoni School for Global Consciousness. Talk about your experience attending the Nizhoni School for Global Consciousness. Navjit: I started off with traditional education and ended up studying law in England. I knew I was expected to become a barrister and have an arranged marriage. I didn’t find the future spelled out for me all that exciting. As an empath, I was interested in telepathy, past lives, mind over ma...2021-04-201h 06Becoming YouBecoming You5 Steps to Working Through Emotional TriggersIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, we dive deep into how to recover from something that we have been triggered by, whether it’s a certain traumatic event or a particularly hurtful comment thrown at you in the past. The five steps I’ve put together to work through your emotional triggers are the exact same ones that I personally follow time and time again to free myself whenever something gets under my skin, making me feel sad, angry, disappointed, or frustrated. Step #1: Become aware of your triggers. First thin...2021-04-1332 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUKandaa Vara Sollunga!In this comeback episode, we have discussed how Mazza advertisement has been reversed for Political Reasons and little amount of Karnan Review. *SPOILER ALERT*2021-04-1013 minBecoming YouBecoming YouDefying the Norm Through Self LoveIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Vidya Gopalan, part-time fashion and lifestyle blogger and mom of two kids. Were you born in India? Vidya: I was born in India and moved to Minnesota when I was six. I’ve lived in America since then. How did you deal with the dramatic change in your environment when you moved? Vidya: I was so young that it was relatively easier to adapt. But there were definitely cultural barriers to overcome. I didn’t know any Engl...2021-04-0647 minBecoming YouBecoming YouBusting the Top 5 Meditation MythsIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I’m going to be busting some of the most common meditation myths. As someone who has been meditating on a regular basis for the past six years, I can say with absolute confidence that meditation has changed my life. If you are somebody who wishes they can be more consistent about meditation, this episode is for you! Like everyone who first gets into meditation, I struggled at the very beginning. One of the big factors that halted my progress was a whole host of misconceptions around how to ac...2021-03-3031 minBecoming YouBecoming YouGiving Yourself Permission to Succeed on Your TermsIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Nakeia Drummond, founder and CEO of NLD Strategic, a management consulting firm focused on equity, social impact, education, and economic inclusion, particularly for black and brown children, women, and families, as well as those experiencing poverty. Did you always know that you wanted to do this work? Nakeia: It’s not a straight line; I’ll tell you that much! I always knew that I wanted to do something that felt impactful. My parents also had careers that were in service of other peop...2021-03-2351 minBecoming YouBecoming YouManifesting Made EasyIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I’m going to be talking all about manifesting magic in your life. This is one of my absolute favorite topics to talk about. I do a deep dive into, first of all, what manifesting is and why we all need to tap into this power. I also share some very personal stories where I’ve manifested some super crazy things into my own life. Stories like mine and others are really important because we might have heard or read about this concept but have a really hard time believing that it c...2021-03-1836 minBecoming YouBecoming YouFollowing your passion with Jyoti ChandIn this episode of the Becoming You podcast, I welcome Jyoti Chand, full-time influencer and full-time mom to two little toddlers. With a mission to make you smile, you’ll find Jyoti’s Instagram chock-full of content documenting highlights of her days as a toddler mom. I love your videos. They're all short, punchy reels. And you're also a comedian. Let's not forget that. You used to do stand up comedy, right? Jyoti: I was born and raised in L.A. I did stand-up comedy at The Comedy Store and all the cool places for...2021-03-0949 minBecoming YouBecoming You3 Steps for More Confidence at MeetingsIn this episode of Becoming You, I offer three practical tips for showing up to meetings, presentations, and interviews with more confidence and less anxiety. Why do we feel nervous or anxious before a significant meeting or event? Well, I may not feel very confident or passionate about what I'm about to speak about, I don’t believe that I have what it takes to be successful or achieve a goal, or I'm worried about what others will think of me. When I master self-confidence, it doesn’t matter how much or h...2021-03-0220 minBecoming YouBecoming You5 Life Lessons I Learned from BridgertonIn this episode of Becoming You, Visa dives into the five valuable life lessons that she extracted from the Regency-era Netflix original series, Bridgerton. She breaks down how she uncovered these insights and then applies them to real life scenarios to make them easily digestible. Disclaimer: If you haven’t watched the show yet and you want to, you may want to skip this episode and come back to it because there are a lot of spoilers! We all have childhood wounds that are unique to us. Childhood wounds can come in many forms and un...2021-02-2342 minBecoming YouBecoming YouOne Mind Blowing Truth that will Set You Free in LifeIn this episode of Becoming You, Visa shares one mind-blowing truth that will set you free in life and bring you back to a state of peace. She’ll then share simple, yet actionable tips you can practice today to improve your mindset and your outlook on life. You have thoughts, but your thoughts are not always true. You have thoughts, but you are not your thoughts. We think that just because we are the ones experiencing our thoughts, they must be true and we must believe them.  It’s important to re...2021-02-1931 minBecoming YouBecoming YouThe Dark Side of PerfectionismIn this episode of Becoming You, Visa talks about the dark side of perfectionism, sharing everything she’s learned about her perfectionist tendencies over the last few years.  Oftentimes, we view being a perfectionist as a strength in life. Visa is here to shatter the belief that perfectionism serves you in your life and to explain why perfectionism hinders you from experiencing joy and happiness.  Listen in as Visa declares 6 truths about perfectionism and explains why they may be causing harm to your health and wellbeing: Perfection is an illusion – Our ideas of per...2021-02-1929 minBecoming YouBecoming YouMy Story - Visa ShanmugamIn this first episode of Becoming You, Visa tells her transformational story that starts when she was a child, being noticed for all the ‘wrong’ reasons and playing by all the rules, and to be continued as a recovering perfectionist and people pleaser who is thriving as a mindset transformation coach. After a lifetime of striving for the perfect life, two babies, a great career, and a happily arranged marriage, she began feeling unsatisfied and unexcited about her life. Despite the immense gratitude she felt for the things she had, Visa felt unfulfilled and wondered, is there more...2021-02-1219 minRandom WalksRandom WalksBuilding resilient models and breaking glass ceilings with Divya Shanmugam (MIT)In this episode, I chat with Divya Shanmugam, a Graduate Student in the Clinical and Applied Machine Learning Group at MIT CSAIL advised by Prof. John Guttag. Divya completed her undergrad from MIT itself and majored in computer science with a concentration in South Asian studies. She has also interned at Microsoft Research, Borealis AI, D.E. Shaw Research, Counsyl, and Aetion.Divya is currently focused on building machine learning models that are resilient to unreliable data. We talk about her growing up in a family of academics and getting an early initiation into the world of...2021-01-2745 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUVada Pochae ft. ThalaivarIn this first episode of 2021, we have discussed the making of and reviewed the Prank Show conducted successfully for 25 years by our beloved, Thalaivar. Fun Panrom!2021-01-0230 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUKamal Haasan Kuralil...In this episode, we have discussed some of the Remarkable dialogue deliveries of Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan. P.S. Its a Pure Bliss for Kamal Haasan Fans and Admirers.Follow us on Insta - @purani_naanooru2020-11-3036 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORU#Go_Back_Santhana_BharathiIn this episode, we have discussed how Vel Yatra is a fun filled political propaganda and the "Yaana Savaari" of Rajini Fans!2020-11-2231 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUMani Ratnam... Oru Alasal!In this episode, we have discussed the allegations on Mani Sir about his Soft Sangi-ness in his movies. Judgement is with you!2020-11-1042 minGateway Church AshfordGateway Church Ashford'Why should we love one another?' with Thana Shanmugam | Part 5 - Together Series | 10.11.20'Why should we love one another?' with Thana Shanmugam | Part 5 - Together Series | 10.11.20 by Gateway Church Ashford2020-11-0810 minYah Lah ButYah Lah ButYLB #103 - Was MP Shanmugam’s statement on Parti Liyani fair & Baby Shark Becomes Most-Watched YouTube VideoMP Shanmugam divided the Internet with his Ministerial statement on the controversy around Parti Liyani’s case. Why? Elsewhere, Baby Shark dethrones Despacito as the most-watched video on YouTube with 7 billion views and shows why Korean Pop Culture is taking over the world. Check out our #YLB Subreddit and our one SHIOK things below! JayLaw's YouTube Channel Post by the Projector   Peace!2020-11-0554 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUPerambalur BRACHIOSAURUSIn this episode, we have discussed how both the Dinosaur and Manusmriti are useless to the present era.2020-10-2433 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUPaavam or Bhaavam?In this episode, we have tried to decode the 12 Paavam or Bhaavam of Jothidam with some "Pcch" in between.2020-10-1849 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUUttar Pradesh, a Way of Life!In this episode, we have discussed how the land of River Ganga, Holy Ayodhya and the state with Rama Rajya, UTTAR PRADESH, is not just a state but a way of Life!2020-10-1144 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUTop - 10 Sambavam | Seigai-1In this episode, we have published the Purani Naanooru version of Sun TV Top 10 Movies.Follow us on Insta - @purani_naanooru2020-10-0306 minPsykhe Mental Wellbeing PodcastPsykhe Mental Wellbeing Podcast67. Visa Shanmugam: On Radical Self Love and Learning to Trust Your IntuitionIn this episode, we're joined by Mindset Transformation Coach, Speaker and Writer Visa Shanmugam. Visa is the founder of Becoming You LLC. She specializes in helping busy, professional women reach their highest potential in all areas of life through radical self-love and spirituality principles. In her own words, she helps women who feel stuck but know they were meant for more, realize their full potential. Having overcome a life-altering autoimmune disease, multiple bouts of depression and deeply ingrained cultural programming, to creating a life and career of her dreams, Visa has a unique take on helping individuals...2020-09-2855 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUTribute to S.P.BalaSubramaniyamThis episode is a Tribute to legendary singer "Paadum Nilaa" S.P. Balasubramaniyam with some of his best melodies. 2020-09-2636 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUNEET yennum NEELA NERUPPUIn this episode, we have discussed the symptoms of getting tested POSITIVE for the inhuman NEET examinations and its diagnosis.2020-09-2041 minGateway Church AshfordGateway Church Ashford'Who can be saved?' with Thana Shanmugam (Part 10 - The Gospel of Mark) | 23.8.20'Who can be saved?' with Thana Shanmugam (Part 10 - The Gospel of Mark) | 23.8.20 by Gateway Church Ashford2020-08-2326 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUAanmai Arasiyal Vs. Aanmeega ArasiyalIn this episode, we have discussed the AANMAI expressed by AANMEEGAM and AANMEEGAM depressed by AANMAI over Ganesh Chathurthi Issue.Follow Insta Page - @purani_naanooru2020-08-2228 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUFreedom From JINGOVERNMENTIn this INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL episode, we have discussed NOTHING SPECIAL but the 30 years delay of Central Government in attaining equal rights for Women.Instagram ID - @purani_naanooru2020-08-1529 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORURam Happy! EPS Angry!In this episode, we have discussed the events that made Ram Happy and EPS Angry!DM your comments. Insta ID - @purani_naanooru2020-08-0827 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUNeenga Ethuku Padikkanum? Environment Ini AlinjurumThe longest episode of PURANI NAANOORU Podcast. In this episode, we have discussed the #challengeaccepted by Tamil Nadu in NEP and EIA matters.2020-08-0148 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUSuperstar Vanitha and Konjam Politics!In this episode,we have discussed how the "EPass Reservation" system works and "OBC Reservation" system doesnt work in reality with an usual mix of irrelevant current affairs!2020-07-2523 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUKantha Shashti Karuppar KootamIn this episode, we have discussed How Kantha Shashti Kavasam was used as Kavasam by some people in Tamil Nadu!2020-07-1827 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUMaari, we are very Sorry! #SaveKarthickDeepakIn this episode, we have discussed the #savejournalism issue which may possibly lead to a #saveKarthickDeepak issue.Please listen to it and DM your comments to our Insta account! ID - @purani_naanooru2020-07-1125 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORURevathi, Rajini, PM Cares, Who Cares?In this episode, we have discussed International, National, Local politics flavoured with some Caste and Cringe, here and there.Please Listen to it and DM your comments to our Insta page - @purani_naanooru2020-07-0421 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUSanitizer Vs Holy TheerthamIn this episode, we have discussed the Hot, Cold, Medium, Gas, Liquid and Solid topics of social media.Listen to it and DM your comments in Instagram.Id - @purani_naanooru2020-06-2718 minClimate ChangepreneursClimate ChangepreneursEp 051 - How Self Love and Spirituality Can Help You Through Your Struggles with Mindset Coach Visa ShanmugamIn this episode, we speak to Mindset Coach Visa Shanmugam who is a change catalyst for professional women who are highly accomplished yet find themselves chasing happiness. She helps them overcome dis-empowering beliefs, release hidden shame and get them out of their heads to dive deep into their hearts. Having overcome a life-altering auto-immune disease and depression, to creating a life and career of her dreams, she has a unique take on helping women shift from feeling like a powerless spectator of their life to becoming the powerful creator of their future. Some of the...2020-06-2342 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUOpen Pannaa Boycott China and konjam Corona - Episode 2In this episode, we have discussed about the events happened in the recent past with a cheesy attempt make humour out of it which eventually didn't work :-( Please do listen!2020-06-2131 minPURANI NAANOORUPURANI NAANOORUPilot - Purani NaanooruWelcome to the first Podcast Episode of PURANI NAANOORU. This is a Pilot Episode by Deepak and Karthick where we give a heads up for the upcoming episodes in this podcast. Please Do Listen! 2020-06-2003 minMaster Your Mind, Business, and LifeMaster Your Mind, Business, and LifeAwaken Your Power with Visa ShanmugamThis week I’m serving up a dose of Law of attraction, self-love, mindset, flow vs. force and beyond - with Change Catalyst, Visa Shanmugam!  Visa and I have an inspiring conversation about mindset, parenting, energy, meditation, and so much more.   Grab the full episode notes on mindbizlife.com   Tune in, Turn it Up, and Join the Conversation: Website: www.mindbizlife.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/mindbizlife Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindbizlife Twitter: www.twitter.com/mindbizlife   RATE A...2020-05-0640 minWTF is Up in Southeast Asia + Hong KongWTF is Up in Southeast Asia + Hong KongSoutheast Asia's streaming video scene with Vim Shanmugam | April 3, 2020Byron Perry and Vim Shanmugam have a chat about Southeast Asia's streaming video scene, the slate of Coconuts TV Originals planned for 2020, the fall of HOOQ, and Vim's previous job in TV development production. And of course, this week's top stories on Coconuts! Including #ClapForOurCarers: Singaporeans to show thanks at 8pm tonight | Is this the real life? Marcos slams Duterte government's slow response to COVID-19 crisis | You have no law': foreigner chained after insisting he isn't breaking rule for jogging during Nyepi | Thailand under curfew starting Friday night: Prayuth | Men dressed as 'pocong' spook village in Central Java into self-isolation2020-04-0342 minThe BossBuilder PodcastThe BossBuilder Podcast#68: How to Slow Down Your Life to Speed up Success - with Visa ShanmugamAs The Boss, do you ever feel like no matter what you do, you're not getting ahead?  If so, then this episode is for you!  My guest is Visa Shanmugam, a mindset coach with some great information on how to tame your "inner bully," create a practice to de-stress and re-energize, and to help you achieve the success that you want.  Visa is a lot of fun and I learned a lot on this one so be sure to take good notes! 2020-02-2141 minThe Tao of Self-ConfidenceThe Tao of Self-Confidence742: Happy In Your Own Skin With Visa ShanmugamVisa Shanmugam is a mindset and empowerment coach for professional women who believes that every single woman is worthy, deserving and capable of creating a life that she dreams of.  She helps successful and driven women who find themselves lost, confused and disconnected from their life, embark on a spiritual journey to transform their inner world, so that they can create a life of abundance, alignment, purpose and joy. So that you can live life with EASE and FLOW. Visa shares the one question that her life coach asked her that made her realize that her made her think about her...2020-01-2110 minThe Time-In Talks PodcastThe Time-In Talks Podcast[EP 10] Press The Reset Button on Self-Sabotage with Visa ShanmugamIf you ever dealt with self-sabotage (which you probably have) you will LOVE today's guest. From Auto-immune disease at 23. To postpartum depression. To numerous failed businesses. Today's guest Visa Shanmugam is a successful Mindset Transformation Coach who transformed her life from self-sabotage to radical self-love and helps women do the same time.Visa will help you take the right steps to get past self-sabotage and embrace unwavering self-love.FULL SHOW NOTES: http://tejalvpatel.com/podcast/ep10 For more refreshingly "reel" tips and inspiration- be sure to follow me on Instagram @tejalvpatel2019-10-2347 minThe Time-In Talks PodcastThe Time-In Talks Podcast[EP 10] Press The Reset Button on Self-Sabotage with Visa ShanmugamIn this episode guest Visa Shanmugam dives us tips to transform from self-sabotage to self-love.2019-10-2347 minwsRadio.com » APS Stamp TalkwsRadio.com » APS Stamp TalkBoss Lady Style with Vithya ShanmugamWhile self-confidence starts on the inside, how we dress reflects who we are and can either reinforce our entrepreneurial message or detract from it. I’m joined today by Vithya, the founder of Boss Lady Style, whose superpower is understanding how her clients envision their personal style. Why your personal style is important to your business’ brand How dressing the part can help you feel like the confident CEO you are How to play up your strengths by choosing clothing that enhances your best features Why Vithya believes self-expression can help us take risks and be more satisfied in our...2018-02-1337 min