The Next Gen Podcast

It’s my birthday month....yes, I said MONTH 😭🎂Kicking off season two of The Next Gen Podcast with a short little ramble filled with birthday chaos, old memories, and a few real reflections as I turn 26. Think main character energy, letting people show up for me, and a reminder that not everything is that deep. A quick, fun start to the season… with a little bit of emotional growth and Disney-fir...

In Episode 13 of The Next Gen Podcast , we’re joined by Gail Bains , founder of Eternal Matrimony, to talk all things dating, compatibility, and what it really takes to build lasting relationships. From modern dating struggles to intentional matchmaking, Gail shares her perspective on why so many relationships struggle today — and what couples often overlook when searching for “the one.” We dive i...

In Part Two of our conversation with Neesha Hothi, we shift into the industry : breaking down how PR, communications, and brand storytelling actually work behind the scenes. Neesha shares insights from decades in the field, how the industry has evolved, and what young professionals often misunderstand about visibility, influence, and strategy. This episode is packed with real advice for the next g...

In Part One of our conversation with Neesha Hothi, we focus on the story behind the strategist. Neesha takes us back to the early days of her career — entering the PR and communications industry at a time when South Asian women weren’t visible, weren’t centered, and often weren’t taken seriously. She opens up about navigating patronization, being underestimated within both corporate and community...

This solo episode of The Next Gen Podcast was supposed to be just me… until it wasn’t. A surprise guest jumped in and asked me five questions I definitely did not prepare for and yes I didn't get to do my hair leave me alone

love, friendship, and stepping into a new chapter. I’m joined by one of my best friends, Kajol, as she prepares to move to Australia for the first time — leaving home to pursue her doctorate in neuroscience. We talk about fear, excitement, ambition, and what it means to choose growth in a new year that feels full of change. As we reflect on New Year intentions, chosen family, and the power of frie...

In this special Christmas episode of The Next Gen Podcast , I’m joined by my bestie Manvir for a festive, unfiltered conversation filled with memories, laughs, and a little bit of chaos. We look back on Christmas traditions, old stories, friendship moments, and how much life has changed — all while staying very unserious. To make things even fun we answer anonymous questions sent in by you — nothi...

How often are we actually in silence anymore? If I’m getting ready, driving, folding laundry — something is always playing. My brain feels constantly full, and when it’s finally time to sleep, I end up doom-scrolling instead of resting because my mind won’t shut off. In this solo episode, I’m talking about overstimulation, anxiety, productivity, and why being “busy” has become our default. I share...

At just 22, Suhana Gill is already shaking up Surrey. From graduating early to serving on the Surrey Climate Board and leading youth initiatives across the city, she’s proof that you don’t need to “wait your turn” to take up space. In this episode, Suhana opens up about finding her voice as a young leader, navigating boardrooms where she’s half the age of everyone else, and the confidence it takes...

In this episode of The Next Gen Podcast , entrepreneur and self-proclaimed lover boy Karan Kanwar sits down with us to talk building Blades & Banter, running Angel Limos, and growing multiple ventures with pure hustle and intention. From early hustles to risk-taking, mindset, confidence, and the realities of being a young entrepreneur in our community, Karan breaks down the habits, lessons, an...

In this solo episode, Geetanjli gets real from her living room — production delays, brothers turning into last-minute crew, fall vibes, rain, soups, sleep, overthinking, confidence, community, and the hating aunties of the world. She dives into why she started The Next Gen Podcast, how she built her thick skin, the drama-kid confidence she grew up with, the reality of being a young woman in our co...

In this episode, I sit down with my brother Rahul Sharma — athlete, trailblazer, and the first South Asian goalie to play for Team Canada, fresh off competing in Australia. We talk about his journey from childhood dreams to now pro hockey, the mindset of being intent-driven, building confidence, forcing fate, and becoming the person you want to be — not who you thought you had to be. There’s rapid...

For our third episode of The Next Gen Podcast, I sat down with one of my favourite humans — my bestie Manvir. He’s an online content creator, influencer, foodie, and honestly one of the funniest and realest people. In this candid, playful, and surprisingly deep conversation, Manvir opens up about what it really takes to be yourself online — the confidence, the vulnerability, and the courage to be...

For our second episode of The Next Gen Podcast , we sat down with powerhouse Karen Dosanjh — a tech marketing executive, author of Untold Stories: The South Asian Pioneer Experience in BC (now part of BC school curriculum), mentor to youth, advocate for women’s rights, and a leadership and board member at Be The Light Society . In this thoughtful yet candid conversation, Karen opens up about her j...

Episode 1: Inquisitive – 15 Years of Art, Culture & Creativity We kicked off The Next Gen Podcast with none other than the legendary Inquisitive — and yes, this one was recorded before our studio was even ready (because when opportunity calls, we show up). In this candid yet formal sit-down, Inquisitive opens up about his 15-year journey in art, his evolution as one of the OG influencers in th...