Davina Elesin

10 Questions with Davina

Education EN ↓ 6 episodes

Welcome to 10 Questions With Davina, the personal development podcast with impactful discussions at its core. Hosted by Davina Elesin—a speaker, interviewer, and university student—each episode dives into impactful stories and fresh perspectives on life’s challenges. From balancing work and school to overcoming anxiety, guests share their struggles, triumphs, and lessons learned. Hear relatable experiences and be inspired to tackle your own hurdles with confidence. 10 Questions With Davina, transformative stories are just 10 questions away.

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Davina Elesin

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Finding Faith in Adversity with Lena Blain | Episode 6 15.08.2025 56:01

In this episode, I speak with Lena Blain, a worship pastor. She shares how she turned to God while overcoming tendonitis, preventing her from following a path she’d prepared most of her life for, supporting her husband after a detrimental spinal injury, and battling with depression. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 9-8-8. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 00:...

Finding your authentic self with Dennis Agbegha 22.06.2025 1:07:54

In this episode, I have Dennis Agbegha, a community builder, connector, peace maker, and, professionally, a regional manager Inclusive Entrepreneurship for the Prairies at BDC. We discuss the common tendency of individuals to define themselves by their occupation, emphasizing the importance of separating 'what you do' from 'who you are.' He shares his personal journey of self-disco...

Navigating fear and connections with Ian Macdonald | episode 4 03.05.2025 1:08:11

In this episode of '10 Questions with Davina,' I speak with Ian McDonald, a business and innovation leader at KPMG Canada's Calgary office. We discuss various topics such as Ian's childhood dreams of going to space, navigating imposter syndrome, his interest in other cultures and the importance of community building. 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Introducing Ian McDonald 02:50 Ian's...

10 Questions with Luc Vanderham 02.03.2025 58:24

Join Davina Elesin on '10 Questions with Davina,' as she sits down with Luc Vanderham, an accomplished entrepreneur dedicated to helping the next generation realize their potential. Luc shares insights on his childhood dreams, his journey from wanting to be an NBA player to inspiring students and founding successful businesses. They delve into the importance of embracing failure, the impac...

Living boldly to die empty with Grace Itofa-Ivarah | 10 Questions with Davina ep 2 27.01.2025 1:13:06

In this episode, I engage in a deep and inspiring conversation with Grace Toluwalase Itofa-Ivarah (Née Oladipo), a writer, international speaker, and social entrepreneur. Grace shares her journey, from her varied career interests as a youngster to becoming a champion for human rights and education. We explore her career achievements, the importance of community, balancing multifaceted talents, bei...

10 Questions With Nadine Niba 15.01.2025 45:27

Hello everyone, in this episode, I sit down with Nadine Niba to discuss her inspiring journey from Cameroon to Canada. Nadine shares how she overcame numerous challenges, including cultural biases and financial hardships, through faith, resilience, and hard work. The discussion also highlights the importance of a strong support system, personal growth, shifting your perspective and the impact of c...