True To Life with Nanik Tagore

Three years ago, Nanik Tagore interviewed Danny Ourian in one of the True to Life Podcast's earliest episodes. Now, on the cusp of graduation, Nanik sits back down with Danny for a long-form, unfiltered conversation about presence, meditation, the attention economy, civic engagement, and a concept Nanik can't stop coming back to: cognitive sovereignty. This is the deepest dive on True to L...

Guest: Gregory Menvielle In this episode, I sit down with Gregory Menvielle to unpack why student-athletes consistently stand out in hiring, leadership, and long-term career growth. Gregory brings a unique perspective from his work at Okaya , where he helps individuals and organizations better understand human behavior, performance, and potential in the workplace. Together, we connect the dots bet...

Nanik Tagore's stake in the ground before graduation. The attention economy, cognitive sovereignty, the cost of performing for screens, and a SAC presidential farewell speech read live. Awareness → Action → Reflection. https://dot.cards/naniktagore

In this episode of the True to Life Podcast , I’m joined by Ivy Watts , a former Division II All-American track and field athlete turned mental health speaker , for a grounded conversation on mental health in sport. Ivy shares practical insight from her own experience navigating elite competition while struggling internally, and how she now helps student-athletes build healthier relationships with...

The jersey is off—now what? Most athletes struggle with the 'void' after college sports, but I’m looking at it as a kickoff. In this episode, I break down my immediate next steps, from professional goals to the mindset shifts required to win in the 'real world.' If you’re a former athlete or anyone navigating a massive life transition, this episode is your playbook for the next sea...

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Pepperdine’s own Mia Skuraton, a track and field athlete, a campus leader, and a future sports psychology professional who wants to help student-athletes understand who they are when their sport is no longer the center of their identity. In this conversation, Mia unpacks something most athletes never learn early enough: Passion can fade, but purpose doesn’t. And when you build your life around pur...

Episode 71: Start. Stop. Continue. In this first-ever video episode of the True To Life Podcast, host Nanic Tagore kicks off 2026 with a powerful framework for personal growth and reflection. Moving away from the pressure of "all-or-nothing" New Year's resolutions, Nanic introduces the "Start, Stop, Continue" strategy—a simple yet effective tool for auditing your habits and...

In this episode, I sit down with Aubrey Wieser , a standout beach volleyball athlete at Florida Southern and a 2025 SSC Commissioner’s Honor Roll honoree. Aubrey has competed across high-level pairs challenges, posted wins at the AVCA, and built her game through years of club experience with TMP Beach Volleyball and Minnesota Select. We dive into the real difference between indoor and beach volley...

Some athletes are recruited. Some athletes are stars from the jump. And some athletes — like Daryana Hall — make it because they simply refuse to be denied. Daryana is a standout sprinter and relay athlete at Long Beach State who built her entire college career off a walk-on mindset. No promises, no guarantees, no shortcuts. She literally went to campus, found the coaches, introduced herself, and...

In this episode, I sit down with Brayden Concepcion , one of the strongest leaders on the SF State campus and a standout NCAA Division II wrestler. Brayden currently serves as the 2025–26 SAAC President (after roles as VP and Social Media Chair) and has built a reputation for being the kind of leader who actually follows through — on the mat, in the classroom, and across his campus community. Bray...

Episode Notes (Kenson Tate – Track & Field, Long Jump) In this episode, I sit down with Kenson Tate , one of the most explosive long jumpers in the college track world and a rising name in the sport. Kenson has won multiple conference titles, competed at the NCAA Championships , and even stepped onto one of the biggest stages you can hit as a college athlete — the U.S. Olympic Trials . We talk...

This episode breaks down my biggest takeaways from the NCAA SALF Conference —leadership, strengths assessments, core values, growth mindset, and what it really takes to level up as a student-athlete today. I also highlight LaceUPNetwork , the new platform helping student-athletes connect with each other and with employers. It’s designed to give athletes a real network outside their sport—community...

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In this solo episode, Nanik breaks down how our phones quietly drain our focus, peace, and sense of purpose. He shares real strategies to reclaim your attention, find contentment in stillness, and build a healthier relationship with technology. Tune in for a quick reality check and mindset reset. 🎧 Listen & Connect: 🎙️ True to Life Podcast – ⁠ Linktree⁠ 📸 Instagram – ⁠ @naniktagore⁠ 🎥 YouTu...

In this solo episode of the True to Life Podcast, I dive into a mindset distinction that’s shaped how I approach everything — from basketball to business to personal growth. Recently, someone told me to “stay persistent.” I almost corrected them and said “relentless”… but then I realized — those two words mean very different things. If you’ve ever felt stuck between being patient and going all-in,...

In this episode of the True to Life Podcast, host Nanik Tagore sits down with Alison Donnally , CEO of Joeyco , a company reimagining affordable housing and community living. Alison shares how Joeyco is creating solutions for student-athletes and Gen Z , why connection and human contact matter more than ever in a digital-first age, and how lessons from sport and leadership fuel her entrepreneurial...

Too many of us wait for the “perfect time” to step up. In this solo episode, I look ahead to my own senior year and share why waiting to get involved—or waiting for someone else to open the door—is a losing play. The real edge? Start building now. Takeaways: Waiting = wasted reps Why involvement now multiplies opportunities later The compounding effect of early action Links & Resources: 🎧 Lin...

What do college athletics, healthcare, and AI have in common? Adaptability. Adam Carewe joins Nanik Tagore to unpack how the skills forged on the court—discipline, resilience, and teamwork—translate into business, healthcare, and the rapidly changing tech landscape. From the rise of AI to new ways of working, Adam shares how staying curious and open to change fuels growth in every season of life....

In this episode of the True to Life Podcast , host Nanik Tagore reconnects with UC Davis innovator Anirudh Murugesan for a rapid-fire catch-up that spans artificial intelligence, business, school, sport and everything in between. Since their last chat, Anirudh has: Founded the AI Student Collective —that’s making AI literacy accessible on campuses nationwide gsm.ucdavis.edu Helped ship GovTech pro...

Episode 59 of the True to Life Podcast! A quick solo drop where I read the self-belief poem from Think and Grow Rich , lay out my summer game plan, and share why mastering your inner talk is the real offseason edge. Links True to Life Linktree → https://linktr.ee/truetolifepodcast My site → https://www.nanik.life/ KaizenU → https://kaizenu.org/ YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@truetolifepodcast...

In this episode of the True to Life Podcast , I sit down with professional hooper Isräel Lockamy — better known as “Izzy” — for a raw and inspiring conversation about life on and off the court. From navigating the overseas basketball grind to dealing with setbacks and staying grounded in faith, joy, and discipline, Izzy shares what it really takes to keep showing up for your dream. We dive into: T...

In this special episode, I sit down with my younger brother, Zubin Tagore, for an honest, unscripted conversation on life, growth, and the road ahead. We reflect on our journeys—where we’ve been, what we’ve learned, and how we’re evolving as brothers, students, athletes, and young men chasing impact. Zubin shares lessons from his transition to college, what keeps him grounded, and how he's usi...

In this episode of the True to Life Podcast, host Nanik Tagore sits down with Robby Price — a PGC Director and coach who knows what it means to grow through failure. Robby opens up about his early days as a coach, how mimicking a fear-based approach led him to lose his job, and the pivotal moment that changed everything: attending a PGC Basketball session. Together, they dive into Robby’s coaching...

In this episode of the True to Life Podcast, host Nanik Tagore sits down with Dane Wissenbach — a former multi-sport athlete whose journey was drastically altered by injury. From competing in basketball and track to facing an unexpected transition, Dane shares how he rebuilt his identity outside of sports. They talk about overcoming physical and emotional hurdles, rediscovering purpose through fai...