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Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Nelson to recap our first international trip together to Peru. We talk about the food, the culture, Cusco, and the 4-day hike to Machu Picchu — which was beautiful, exhausting, and definitely harder than we expected. We get into the highs, the struggles, and all the little moments that made the tri...

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! I recently spoke to a friend about journaling as a way of self-therapy and I kind of realized how so many of us don't necessarily make time for it even though everyone understands the positives of it. This is a reflection on the importance of journaling and checking in with yourself :)

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! In this episode, we explore how relationships influence personal growth, the power of living simply, and the impact of books and reading on our lives 😄 0:00 - Is Oakland Really Boring? 05:50 - Role of Relationships 11:24 - Living Simply: Finding Fulfillment 22:56 - Books, the Infamous Book Club, and Reading Habits 44:10 - Ethical...

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! I’ve been asking myself why I can’t focus on the things I actually care about. After revisiting the concept of pleasure vs. enjoyment, I realized I might not be missing discipline - I might be missing balance. This is a reflection on flow, distraction, and the “pretty colors” that keep pulling us away.

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! In this episode, we talk through NFL divisional playoff matchups, make our picks for the Broncos–Bills and Niners–Seahawks games, and revisit some memorable playoff players and moments. We also dive into tech life stories and chat about Varun’s move to the Bay Area, his first impressions, and what living in the Bay is really like.

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! This episode is all about the NFL Wild Card games as Big G and I break down matchups, share our predictions, and talk through playoff storylines. Expect plenty of football talk with a sprinkle of random riffs and banter along the way :)

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! It’s easy to follow the crowd — but it takes real courage to pave your own path. Today I’m joined by actor and creator Deepti Menon, who shares her inspiring journey from a STEM-focused high school to art school, and eventually, into the unpredictable world of acting and freelancing. We dive deep into courage, rejection, resilienc...

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy Podcast! Today I’m joined by Jeff the Mortgage Pro — a former teacher who made the leap into the world of mortgages. We dive into his journey, break down home buying 101, and talk about what the 2025 housing market really looks like. If you’re enjoying the show, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an...

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy podcast! Today I’m joined by Rafay, cofounder of Rounds.so — a platform that started by helping candidates prep for technical interviews, and is now tackling a surprising new challenge: cheating with AI. We’ll dig into Rafay’s journey learning to code, how Rounds began, and what he’s seeing change in the world of technical interviews. Let’...

In this episode, I reflect on the trap of chasing external validation — how fleeting it is, how deeply it shapes our choices, and how reframing it through one powerful question changed my perspective. I share a personal journey toward internal fulfillment and encourage you to ask: What would you regret most if you didn’t act on it?

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy podcast. Like most people, you probably don’t consider yourself creative. But the truth is you are creative and it shows up in many every day activities — from putting together a killer outfit or whippin up a new recipe in the kitchen. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Pia—an entrepreneur, creative coach, and bestselling author of Welc...

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy podcast. Have you ever felt overwhelmed in college? Like there wasn't a single moment to relax, with thoughts constantly racing through your mind? Now imagine adding the demands of being a college athlete to that experience. Today's episode features Walker, a college football athlete at Wake Forest University, who discovered mi...

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy podcast. It seems like the year always goes by so fast. Seems like it just started and then poof, it’s over! In today’s episode, I reflect on the year 2024, sharing my thoughts as a way for my Future Self to remember it. My substack - https://substack.com/@jalajpunn So let’s get right into it! (00:01:08) Living by Yourself makes you Re...

Have you ever sat by yourself and done nothing? It’s so easy to be consumed by the external world of deadlines, relationships, and media while forgetting to check in with yourself and actually seeing how you’re REALLY doing. Meditation or mindfulness is a tool that helps you with that. People tend to think of meditation as a way to be calm. That’s one aspect of it but the greater part of this proc...

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of the Fun Spicy podcast. What did you want to be when you were a kid? That's a question you probably haven't thought about in a while, I bet. Many kids, including myself, would've said "professional athlete." Did you know less than 2% of college athletes go pro? It's easy to glamorize the life of a professional athlete without actually knowing anythin...

In our daily routines, we find ourselves immersed in countless trials and challenges, each one seemingly blending into the next. Amidst this constant whirlwind, it's all too easy to push aside or delay contemplating life's ultimate purpose. The question itself can be daunting, yet embracing it has the potential to unveil profound insights and recalibrate our priorities in unexpectedly enriching wa...

Contemplation on the constant nature of change, its emotional toll, and its essential role in personal growth and gratitude for life's experiences.

Explores free thinking, societal influences, and life's purpose, comparing life to a video game and discussing the quest for personal spirituality 😊

The pandemic was a challenging transition that caused many to reassess their priorities in our fleeting lives. A few years vanished instantly, and that time is irreplaceable. We simply aged and moved forward. Aging comes with its own challenges, including personal change and witnessing friends take on life's responsibilities. As we grow older, we gain a better understanding of society and stri...

In this week’s recent thought, I talk about why student driver bumper stickers are not working 😃

In this week’s recent thought, I talk about stakeholder capitalism 😃

In this week’s recent thought, I talk about highs and lows 😃

Joining a sports league, particularly a sport you haven't played in years, brings its own surprises. It's not often that you find a group of like-minded individuals who are diverse in thought and experience, making it enjoyable to participate in a sport that now feels somewhat unfamiliar. In this episode, we chat with Marissa about our personal and team improvements throughout our sand vol...

During the COVID pandemic, plants and gardening surged in popularity as they were among the few activities that could be enjoyed in quarantine. In this episode, we chat with Diana, a plant enthusiast who discovered her passion during the pandemic. She shares her experiences with plants and provides practical advice for their care and upkeep. We also delve into the challenge of choosing the right p...

Moving, even just a street over, let alone across the world, can be daunting 🤯 Join us for a casual chat with Prit as he recaps his exciting journey from India to UCLA, his thoughts on the missing sense of community in the U.S., his love for the popular sport of Cricket in his home country, and his memorable experience at the OSHO Meditation Camp. Don't miss an episode if you're curious,...