Now With Nik Podcast

James Sung, a music producer and DJ from notXerius, and the director at Muin Bangkok, tells his story of being raised in Korea and India, moving to the US for school, and then finally making his way to Bangkok. James shares how, in order to embark on the journey towards his dream, he had to start from the very bottom, living on a couch for 2 years and learning everything from scratch. In this podc...

Kassandre Maharajh AKA Fahjah, a music producer and DJ, discusses moving to Asia for music, how spirituality impacts his music, the power of routine, and more! Of course, Fahjah is my brother, so our conversation was a little different than my others. I did my best to steer the conversation to allow you, the listener, to learn about him and the things I believe make him most interesting. Fahjah ha...

Pedro Reis, a former car salesman turned artist, discusses how to find success as an artist, balancing life with the busy mind of a creative, and living a happy life. We get into some interesting conversations. He has lived a very dynamic and diverse life. Not only has he fought multiple times in Muay Thai, but he has also started multiple businesses, which require taking major bets on himself alo...

Shea Ritchie, a restaurateur who is notoriously vocal about issues with the Canadian government, discusses the state of the Canadian economy, making decisions based on rationality vs emotion, happiness, and more. We get into some interesting and controversial points of view. I encourage everyone to listen with an open mind, whether they agree or disagree. The best way to find the truth is to discu...

Introducing my first Q&A podcast episode ever! In order to do this, I allowed people to ask me questions on Instagram and Facebook. I made sure to include as many of them as possible. I also included questions that people have DM’d me previously. If you have any questions you would like me to answer in the future, please feel free to email me at nik@nowwithnik.com or DM me on any social media...

We are all going to die. It is not a question of IF, it is a question of WHEN. That thought can be scary, depending on what you believe. T he fact that it is unavoidable, though, is exactly why you shouldn't fear it. Every Monday, I send a quick free newsletter about happiness in all forms. Enjoy happy bits from relatable stories & reflections, book reviews, inspiring quotes, and more. htt...

Maddie Thompson, the founder & CEO at MAD Social Agency, shares her entrepreneurial journey from the age of 10, what has brought her happiness along the way, and her plans for the future. A great episode that highlights the importance of continuous progress and finding happiness in more than one place. Follow Maddie Thompson & MAD: Maddie’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/maddie.theresa/ MAD...

Chris Hoquis, the CTO for Hostly and an educator at the University of Manitoba explains how he cultivates empathy using acknowledgement, openness, and patience. In this episode, we dive into how Chris overcame dark moments and how powerful simply acknowledging someone's existence can be. Enjoy this wide-ranging episode with Chris Hoquis! Follow Chris Hoquis & Hosly: IG: https://www.instagr...

Steven Maxted, the host of the EH Podcast, and founder of Type Eh and EMC Marketing, shares how he has created a meaningful life by giving back. He has found ways to fall in love with his journey through fitness, business, and connecting with others. All of this contributes to building a happy life. I hope you enjoy this episode! Please comment below who you would like to see on my podcast next! F...

A few years ago, I thought I had it all figured out. Great businesses, multiple houses, a nice car, and a girlfriend. Then, the 2020 lockdowns came, and in what felt like the blink of an eye, I lost everything. The result? I also lost my happiness. Desperate to solve my problems, I turned to mentors, read hundreds of books, and watched countless hours of content from aspirational and wise individu...

SHAK, aka ILLMATIK, went from writing poetry in Manchester to touring the world performing his music. From there, he opened burger joints, and now he is a chef and a happy family man. Along the way, he has had his share of hard times, though. But by practicing gratitude and always putting his best foot forward, he's found happiness. Shak's story is one to listen to carefully. The wisdom he...

Within 48 hours, my dad and I booked flights to go to Trinidad to see my grandparents. We had just found out my Aji (grandma) could die at any moment. The goal was to get there on time to say our goodbyes and help with any funeral arrangements. Luckily, she showed us her strength and survived, and continues to live today. I don’t get to see my grandparents often since they live so far away. So, I...

Stephen Hua, the founder of Hostly, Summer of Sound, Sound Republic, Together Again, and co-founder of Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar, and numerous other ventures, talks about his journey through entrepreneurship and how he came back from over 1 million dollars in debt. Calling trends Managing a party lifestyle Building a strong support system Putting everything he loves into 1 project Enjoy and l...

Darion Ducharme, the founder of Teqare, talks about how all the ups and downs he has lived through. His optimism is contagious! Enjoy episode 2 of the Now With Nik Podcast. Life of a family man Finding your purpose Important skills for success The climb back up from the bottom And much more! Follow Darion Ducharme & Teqare: IG: https://www.instagram.com/darionducharme/ IG:   https://www.instag...

Haus of Panda talks about how to remain levelheaded in the crazy world of DJs on episode 1 of the Now With Nik Podcast! - How he got started as a DJ - Why people lack purpose - How to connect with yourself - Taking on several challenges at once And much more! Follow Haus of Panda / WAREHAUS11 / Speed House Recs: IG: https://www.instagram.com/hausofpanda/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/warehaus11/ I...