Explore every episode of the podcast Thinkspace Podcast
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| Neely Rajput on Authenticity & Making your Dreams Happen | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:56:52 | |
From a pivotal moment in the dark Neely transformed her love for creativity into a thriving bakery business. Neely Rajput is the founder of The Whiskful Baker, a luxury cake and dessert brand built on the principles of community, connection, and genuine relationships. Drawing on her decade-long career as an educator, she has carried the values that guided her in the classroom into her entrepreneurial journey, creating a highly recognizable brand rooted in trust, authenticity, and meaningful client experiences. Neely gets real about:
& so much more!
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired.
Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan Kandola on 6 Truths That Will Help You Find Yourself | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:25:04 | |
Vulnerable real share incoming ❤️🔥 In this episode, Summan Kandola shares the advice she'd give every person in their late 20s and early 30s, especially if you're sitting with that uncomfortable feeling of "I just want to understand myself." Summan dives into:
If you love conversations around personal development, mindset, emotional maturity, self-awareness, healing, ambition, entrepreneurship, and creating a life that actually feels aligned, this podcast is for you. | |||
| Summan Kandola on Understanding Your Inner Self | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:17:37 | |
Feeling swallowed by your circumstances or feelings? In this episode, Summan Kandola offers a reframe on how to look at your inner world Summan gets real about:
& so much more!
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| [REUPLOADED] Summan Kandola on How to Stop Abandoning Yourself | 29 May 2026 | 00:40:11 | |
Your emotional landscape is setting the tone for your life. In this episode, Summan Kandola dives into emotional capacity, emotional availability, and what it really means to navigate hard seasons without abandoning yourself. Summan gets real about:
& so much more!
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan Kandola on Mel Robbins, Mothers Day & Radical Honesty | 13 May 2026 | 00:35:17 | |
Have you ever asked yourself a question that shifted the trajectory of your life? In this episode your host Summan breaks down the three top questions from the Stanford professors behind “Design Your Life” and how to implement these into your life for real change. Summan gets real about: –Reviewing Mel Robbins Tour stop in Vancouver –Feeling othered in rooms –Learning how to move from passive aggressive communication to repair –Radical self honesty –Oddysy planning questions for personal transformation & so much more! If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you. 📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/
Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you!
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| Summan Kandola on Shadow Work | 06 May 2026 | 00:21:50 | |
This episode is for those who want to go deeper into their transformation journey. Designed more as a fireside chat your host Summan Kandola dives into the layers of shadow work and how to approach our lives with curiosity. Summan gets real about: –What shadow work actually is (and how to know if you’re doing it right) –Why you keep repeating the same patterns even when you’re aware –How to explore your shadow –What shadow work looks like in real life beyond journaling –How to integrate what you uncover so you actually change & so much more! If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you. 📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎧LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED. The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences. CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ James: https://www.instagram.com/grassjames/ Chefs Favourite: https://www.instagram.com/chefs.favourite/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| James Grass On Hospitality, Mentorship & The Reality of Entrepreneurship | 29 Apr 2026 | 01:00:48 | |
Summan sits down with James Grass for an unfiltered conversation on the hospitality industry, power of mentorship, reality of entrepreneurship & more. James Grass brings over 20 years of global hospitality experience, consulting for private clubs, restaurants, and brands through his firm, Memento, where he develops world-class guest and brand experiences. He is also the founder of Chef’s Favourite, the platform behind the viral series Mates on Crates, which has produced over 200 episodes and has become a leading voice in Canada’s hospitality scene. James gets real about: —Why it’s hard to start a food business —The ins and outs of the hospitality industry —Moving from blind ambition to clear direction —The first “Mates on Crates” episode story —The power of mentorship —Leadership in the food industry —How to ask for what you need —Working with your partner
& so much more!
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/
Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ James: https://www.instagram.com/grassjames/ Chefs Favourite: https://www.instagram.com/chefs.favourite/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Navin On Grief, Healing & Leading with Creativity | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:59:56 | |
Summan sits down with Navin for a real conversation on grief, the healing journey, personal evolution, and how to lead with love. Navin is an Interdisciplinary Practitioner - He’s a Counsellor , Music Therapist , Yoga Teacher and Artist. With ancestral roots in India, Navin is a second-generation Indo-Canadian, born in Canada. He’s also one of our lead experts in our series the feelings of music which you can now watch on CBC’s YouTube channel. Navin gets real about: –Naviging the grief after loss –Musics role in his healing journey –South Asian men & healing –Mindset during hardship –Abandonment, what it means and how to heal through it –Faith & mindset & so much more. If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/
Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Navin: https://www.instagram.com/navinsahjpaul/ Navin’s Practice: https://www.instagram.com/innerdiyawellness/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Daniella Atkinson On Becoming, Content & Inspired Action | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:57:33 | |
Who can you become when it’s all on you? Daniella Atkinson is a reporter and internet personality known for bridging journalism and digital storytelling with her viral street interviews. Raised in a military family, she moved from city to city, faced bullying, and eventually immigrated to a new country. Summan sits down with Daniella for a real conversation on personal evolution, creating content in Vancouver, and what it actually takes to navigate becoming who you’re meant to be. Daniella gets real about: — Creating viral content online — Talking to strangers about money and love — Being an immigrant in Canada — Growing up in a military family — Identity after weight loss — Taking inspired action — Honouring your peace — Being perceived by millions — Staying motivated in your creative pursuits & so much more. If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Daniella: https://www.instagram.com/daniella_atk/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan Kandola on Booked, Busy & Blessed | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:47:03 | |
Asking for a full plate and feeling overwhelmed is an unexplored state.
This week Summan breaks down her booked, busy & blessed mindset for sprint seasons.
Summan gets real about:
-Moving with grace -Owning new levels of responsibility -Gratitude mindset in busy seasons -Character development and strengthening your values -Opening up your capacity -Using curiosity as a tool -Levity as people -
& SO much more.
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/
Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Mikey Jose on The Nervous System, Music & Mindset | 01 Apr 2026 | 01:09:32 | |
How do you go from an Artist to Neuroscientist?
This week Summan sits down with Mikey Jose - a neuroscience PhD candidate-by-day, independent artist-by-night.
Mikey thrives in the in-between, putting him in a unique position to build bridges that connect brain and heart. He’s been featured on CBC Radio, TEDx, international scientific conferences, and at his home institution, The University of British Columbia, as a Sessional Lecturer in Psychology.
Mikey gets real about:
– Music as a healing tool for 100’s of years – Music in Bridgerton & Queen Charlotte – What is the nervous system – How to regulate your body – Music & your brain – Challenging your beliefs – The subconscious mind – Upgrading your belief systems – Tenacity as an artist
& SO much more.
PS.. You can catch Mikey on our newest series “Feelings of Music” on CBC’s creator network
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/
Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
Mikey: https://www.instagram.com/mikeyjose/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Agasha Mutesasira on Accessibility, Opportunities & Navigating Creative Opportunities | 25 Mar 2026 | 01:03:48 | |
When she was 12, she was told she’ll never be able to walk again.
This is a story of tenacity, creative expression and a soul wanting to be seen.
Agasha Mutesasira is a Ugandan-born, Vancouver-based singer-songwriter and disability advocate. After sustaining a spinal cord injury at 12, she was inspired to use her music and content creation to explore growth, vulnerability, and navigating a world that isn’t always accessible.
Agasha gets real about:
— Creative mindset around posting — The stages of creating Art — Accessibility in the world — Navigating a physical disability — The gifts that come from pain — Challenging yourself as a creative — Feedback as a creative — Nurturing the skill of creativity — Creative sensitivity
& SO much more.
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Agasha: https://www.instagram.com/agasha.nm/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Ishra Gill on Marketing, Mindset & Wellbeing | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:48:28 | |
This one's juicy for the marketing lovers!
This week Summan sits down with Ishra to chat about all things marketing, personal leadership in building your career & wellness.
Ishra is a brand and marketing leader who partners with founder-led, digitally native consumer brands to drive meaningful growth. She operates at the intersection of brand, consumer insight, and modern commerce—while doing her best to live a life where wellness is the foundation across work, truly living, being a present mom and family logistics.
Ishra gets real about:
– Repair in relationships & parenting – Mindset when it comes to marketing – Different ways to gain exposure and experience – What to focus on NOW to win with your customers – How to lean into what you’re good at – Working with businesses at different stages (what you need, when)
& SO much more.
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Michael Jakes on Jail, Faith & Mindset | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:55:15 | |
When everything gets quiet that’s when you can start to listen.
This week Summan sits down with Michael to chat all things faith, personal development and life during and after jail.
Michael is the owner & founder of Printing Yes, a Vancouver based, film friendly, full service print shop. Mike creates anything from Banners, Decals, to Custom Signage & more turning your thoughts and ideas into reality.
Michael gets real about:
– Personal responsibility – Mindset around romantic relationships – Being honest with yourself at all times – Cultivating relationships – Navigating tough, life altering situations – Beginning a relationship with god
& SO much more.
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan Kandola on Forgiveness | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:41:02 | |
When someone pushes you to shrink, forgive.
This week we’re diving into PART 2 of your host Summan’s journey!
Summan gets real about:
-Navigating forgiveness in professional environments -Moving through dense, stuck energy -Knowing when to continue vs. let go -How to know when your soul is calling you -Witnessing glimmers in real time -Acknowledging yourself -Moving through a layoff
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan Kandola on Personal Responsibility | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:55:11 | |
This week we’re sharing an old juicy podcast interview Summan did with Harpo Mander in September 2024.
Summan, your host gets real about:
-Navigating friendship loss -Faith Practice & God -Personal Responsibility -Stewarding your manifestations -Working with your soul & spirit -Asking yourself better questions -Value & worth
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Harpo: https://www.instagram.com/harpodidi/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan Kandola on Discernment in 2026 | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:19:12 | |
Can you tell when something is real or fake? Do you trust yourself when something feels good or not so good?
On this episode Summan breaks down discernment and how to cultivate it in your day to day life
Summan focuses on:
-Discernment, what is it? -How to recognize when your shadow is activated -Tuning into your bodies intelligence
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Natasha: https://www.instagram.com/natashajung/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Natasha Jung on Motherhood, ADHD and Emotional Repair | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:49:48 | |
This week Summan sit’s down with Natasha Jung, Founder, CEO & Executive Producer of Cold Tea Collective. Natasha has over 20 years of experience in media, marketing & PR. She’s been recognized for her contributions to anti-racism, community engagement, youth leadership and development and cultural development. We get real about:
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Natasha: https://www.instagram.com/natashajung/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Taren Grewal on Body Connection, Core Strength & Burnout | 04 Feb 2026 | 01:06:31 | |
What if we’ve been chasing weight loss when what our bodies really want is regulation? In this episode, Summan sits down with Taren Grewal, a Kinesiologist, strength coach and Pilates certified instructor who specializes in strength and conditioning, rehabilitation, and Pilates with a focus on integrating nervous system regulation. As a mother of twins and IVF warrior, Taren brings both expertise and lived experience to her work, empowering individuals to build resilience, discover their potential, and cultivate a deeper connection to their bodies. We get real about:
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Taren: https://www.instagram.com/tarengrewall/ + https://www.instagram.com/allmethodstudio/
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Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Summan on Owning Your Story, Choosing Yourself & Starting Over | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:36:00 | |
In this episode, I take you back with me and share parts of my story I haven’t spoken about openly before. We get real about:
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
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Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Peter on Going All-In, Pivots & Making It Work | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:57:34 | |
What do you build when you start with nothing but a big idea and a $10,000 student line of credit?
In this episode, Summan sit down with Peter Chen, a second-generation Chinese Canadian entrepreneur who turned his university assignment into a full-scale business. What began as Tality Kombucha eventually evolved into Tality Wellness, an industrial-chic sauna and cold plunge experience now franchised across Canada.
Peter gets real about:
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Gina: https://www.instagram.com/iamginajudge/
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Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Tania on Building a Lasting Business, Founder Mindset & Enduring Entrepreneurship | 14 Jan 2026 | 01:06:27 | |
From launching her “little website” in 2012 to becoming a women-led favourite jewelry brand across Canada and the U.S.
In this episode Summan sit’s down with Tania Yan, Founder of Olive & Piper, the Vancouver-born jewelry brand. O&P is known for blending timeless design with trend-forward style, making every moment feel like an occasion.
Together, we unpack what it really takes to keep going for it year after year.
Tania gets real about:
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Gina: https://www.instagram.com/iamginajudge/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Gina Judge on Money Stories, Emotional Spending & Building Wealth | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:59:19 | |
From being kicked out of her home and five-figure debt to a six-figure net worth, and a mission to help women build financial power.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Gina Judge, owner and founder of The Millennial Money Guide — a financial literacy company inspiring women to take control of their finances
By becoming financially literate, Gina paid off 5-figure credit card debt, built a 6-figure net worth, and quit her 9-5. Gina is an award winning financial consultant and podcast host who’s mission is to help you become the best version of yourself.
Together, we unpack what it really takes to trust yourself with money:
Gina gets real about:
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Gina: https://www.instagram.com/iamginajudge/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| THINKSPACE Highlights: A Quarterly Recap pt. 2 | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:38:08 | |
In this episode, you’ll hear from some of our favourite guests over the last quarter as we double click on some of the most insightful moments we had during our conversations
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Ryleah: https://www.instagram.com/ryleahshae/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| THINKSPACE Highlights: A Quarterly Recap pt. 1 | 24 Dec 2025 | 00:33:56 | |
In this episode, you’ll hear from some of our favourite guests over the last quarter as we double click on some of the most insightful moments we had during our conversations If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
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THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Ryleah: https://www.instagram.com/ryleahshae/
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Ryleah Resler on Values, Creative Risk, and Trusting Your Vision | 17 Dec 2025 | 00:54:06 | |
She was told her values were wrong, now she works with Vancouver’s biggest brands.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Ryleah Resler, an event designer and producer known for creating bold brand activations and immersive experiences.
From design school to large-scale event production, Ryleah shares the gut checks, creative risks, and pivotal opportunities that led her to working with some of Vancouver’s most recognizable brands, including Lululemon, Arc’teryx, Dank Mart, and Bosa Properties.
Together, we unpack what it really takes to trust your vision in an industry that often asks you to play it safe.
Ryleah gets real about:
– How ambition evolves across different decades – Design and event production: then vs. now – Intuition and learning to have your own back – The “game” and different levels of life and career – Embracing colour and standing out – Taking creative risks and saying yes before you’re ready – What it truly means to take up space
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Ryleah: https://www.instagram.com/ryleahshae/
SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Connor Emeny On Building A World-Record Mindset And Designing A Life To Win | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:48:05 | |
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be one in eight billion?!
In this episode, Summan sits down with world-record holding athlete Connor Emeny to chat about discipline, vision, and the mindset that separates good from great. Connor gets real about his journey as a world-record holding endurance athlete, speaker and community builder. He taps into his experience with loneliness, self love and what it takes to make it happen.
Connor Emeny is a world record-holding endurance athlete, adventurer, and author who lives by the mantra Dare to Dream. He is the youngest person on Earth to complete an Ironman on all seven continents, a feat that took four years, relentless determination, and an unshakable belief in what’s possible.
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, self love, endurance and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you. If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
📹WATCH FULL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE
THE THINKSPACE PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Connor: https://www.instagram.com/connor.emeny
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review over on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories & send this to a friend, it’s one of the best ways to go deep with someone you love. As always if you have some thoughts, leave us a review and take the conversation to the next level by DMing me on instagram @iamsummankandola + @selfhired. Thank YOU for supporting thinkspace, I love & appreciate you! | |||
| Jasmine Nijjar on Billion Dollar Execution, Branding and Mindset | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:50:15 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Jasmine Nijjar to chat through what it really takes to make your dreams a reality.
Jasmine is the founder & owner of Ruex Cafe and bar, an Australian-inspired dining destination, bringing the vibrant energy of Melbourne’s renowned brunch scene to Surrey.
Born in Australia, Jasmine immigrated to Canada at the age of 8 only to return to Australia to complete her Master’s Degree in Business. During her time in Australia - Jasmine honed her craft working for a prestigious hospitality group that owns globally renowned brands such as Nobu, Dinner by Heston, and Gradi. She’s a master of brand, hospitality, and community building.
Jasmine gets real about her entrepreneurial journey, betting on herself, the power of faith, execution and knowing when it’s time to pivot.
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, faith in transition, and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/
Jasmine: https://www.instagram.com/jasminenijjar/ Roux Cafe & Bar: https://www.instagram.com/ruexcafeandbar/
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| Amrita on Transforming Pain, Friendship and Leadership | 26 Nov 2025 | 01:04:47 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Amrita - Founder & Owner of Groundwork - a practical system that helps people escape survival mode while addressing the deeper patterns that drive stress and overwhelm.
Amrita's journey began 13 years ago at a startup in Silicon Valley and has since introduced ease and flow into startups, enterprises, and mission-driven organizations across industries.
Amrita gets real about overcoming surgical addiction, friendship, ally-ship, navigating pain, and leadership.
*NOTE: In this episode, Amrita touches on her experience with medical opioid withdrawal after a disk injury, giving her rare insight into the external and internal factors of survival mode**
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, friendship, ambition, transitions, and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you. THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Amrita: https://www.instagram.com/groundwork.xyz/
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Thanks guys, I love you and see you next time. | |||
| Graham & Marcus on Partnership, Fashion and Making Your Dreams a Reality | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:54:51 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with the team Graham and Marcus to chat through what it really takes to make your dreams a reality.
Graham Hood and Marcus Quon, the co-founders of In House Creations, a research and development studio that helps bring products and brands to life from concept to creation. They’re also the minds behind Basico Branco, a premium blank apparel company that blends high-quality craftsmanship with sustainable practices, producing eco-friendly garments.
The two founders get real about their entrepreneurial journey, betting on themselves, the power of partnership and knowing when it’s time to pivot/
If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, creative sustainability, transition, and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Graham: https://www.instagram.com/graham.hood/ Marcus: https://www.instagram.com/swayquon/ In-House: https://www.instagram.com/inhousemade/ Basico Branco: https://www.instagram.com/basicobranco/
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| Raveena Oberoi on Transitions, Intuition and Going from CEO to Co-Founder | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:53:32 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Raveena Oberoi to explore transitions in business and life. Raveena is the Founder of @justcakesbakery and co-founder of @gummygainz. She’s a baker, pastry chef, cake artist, and entrepreneur. She’s won numerous awards for her mastery of cake, such as Van Foodster’s “Best Cake Challenge”, Food Network Canada's “Big Bake Championship” title, Surrey Board of Trade’s Top 25 Under 25, and "Young Entrepreneur of the Year".
Raveena gets real about the messy middle of her entrepreneurial journey, the tough decision to close down her brick and mortar, finding herself in the middle, and partnering up on her new venture. If you love themes of personal development, mindset, navigating ambition, creative sustainability, transition, and entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you. If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
If you love themes of creativity, purpose, mindset, navigating ambition, entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Raveena: https://www.instagram.com/ravthechef/
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| Alexis on Turning Your Creative Passion Into Your Professional Pursuit | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:50:29 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Alexis Young to explore blind ambition, making creativity your business, and the entrepreneurial journey. Alexis Young is a creative powerhouse with over a decade of experience in bringing visions to life. She is the Creative Director of Definitely Real, as well as, the lead singer in her indie-rock/alt-pop band, Blonde Diamond.
Alexis opens up about navigating her creative expression, being paid for her talent and the raw grit to sustaining creative integrity.
If you love themes of creativity, purpose, mindset, navigating ambition, entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Alexis: https://www.instagram.com/blondediamondmusic/
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| Andrew on Leadership, The Entrepreneurial Journey and Perspective | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:41:47 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Andrew Sabarre to explore leadership, the entrepreneurial journey and perspective. Andrew is a Physiotherapist, Father, and Co-Founder of DoWell. Andrew has worked with individuals from recreational weekend warriors to professional athletes in the NBA and NHL. His previous clinic, Pivotal Health, was successfully acquired by Myodetox - where he led the growth and expansion across Myo's clinics in Canada.
Andrew opens up about navigating his experience of being acquired, building businesses, mentorship and fatherhood.
If you love themes of mindset, motivation, navigating ambition, entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/andrewsabarre/
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| Kevin Wong on Solopreneurship to Leadership | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:46:56 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences.
In this episode, Summan sits down with Kevin Wong to explore what it means to go from solopreneurship to leader. Kevin is the co-founder and creative director of Dank Mart, Founder of Self Hired Media a brand and documentary production studio. Kevin opens up about navigating the internal and external challenges of going from solopreneurship to leadership - from communication, operating multiple businesses, productivity systems to personal development and responsibility.
If you love themes of mindset, motivation, navigating ambition, entrepreneurship then this podcast is for you.
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/selfhired.kevin/
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| Harpo Mander on Change, Friendship & Redefining Ambition | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:56:49 | |
The thinkspace podcast is a home for the passionately curious. I’m your host Summan Kandola & We aim to dig deep and learn as much as possible by connecting the right questions with the right people. We bring in some of the best minds from around the world, regardless of their industry, to gain wisdom and value from their stories and experiences. In this episode, Summan sits down with Harpo Mander to explore what it means to rest as an ambitious woman. Harpo opens up about leaving her role as an Executive Director, learning to live alone, and navigating deep personal change in friendships. If you love themes of friendship, spirituality, transformation, and navigating being an ambitious person then this is the podcast for you.
*Please note this podcast was recorded prior to Harpo taking on her new role as Senior Manager, South Asian Music at Universal Music Canada. Harpo is excited to continue to help South Asian artists connect to themselves, each other and their fans*
If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious.
THIS PODCAST IS PRODUCED BY SELF HIRED.
CONNECT FURTHER: Summan: https://instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://instagram.com/selfhired/ Harpo: https://www.instagram.com/harpodidi/
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| How to Cultivate Peace and Unshakable Self Love with Joss Biggins | 08 Oct 2025 | 01:21:12 | |
The Thinkspace Reboot: Joss Biggins on Love, Purpose & What’s Next Hey! I’m Summan Kandola, you may remember me from a Thinkspace episode or as the producer behind the show. Back in 2018, we produced over 80 episodes, bringing together leaders from every walk of life to share what they were passionately curious about. Now, we’re back - with a new host, new conversations, and the same community at heart. Thinkspace has always been, and will always be, your go-to podcast for the passionately curious. And of course, we couldn’t relaunch without an honorary passing of the mic from your trusted guide, Joss Biggins. In this episode, Joss opens up about where he’s been, what he’s learning about love, spirituality, and purpose, and what’s next for him. If you’re ready, let’s open up and get curious. This podcast is produced by SELF HIRED. You can connect with us online at: Summan: https://www.instagram.com/iamsummankandola/ Self Hired: https://www.instagram.com/selfhired/ | |||
| SOLOCAST - Original Thought | 30 Dec 2020 | 00:27:37 | |
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| Everett Bumstead On Tree-Planting & The Hero’s Journey | 03 Dec 2020 | 01:00:06 | |
How do you plant one million trees? A lifelong adventurer and one of our own, Everett Bumstead has dedicated a majority of his life to planting trees along the outer regions of Canada. With a passion for filmmaking that stemmed from his early years, Everett walks us through his journey of filming budget rap videos for his buddies to directing One Million Trees for CBC and Self Hired, now available everywhere.
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For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/everrett-bumstead Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community. https://thinkspacepodcast.com/everett-bumstead/ Connect with Everett Bumstead and One Million Trees @whateverett.takes on Instagram | |||
| Who is DREW GREEN? Inside the Mind of Perennial Entrepreneur and CEO of INDOCHINO | 22 Sep 2020 | 00:54:10 | |
One of Canada’s most prolific entrepreneurs, Drew has been an executive and chairman across multiple businesses, one of his greatest feats perhaps is building Indochino. If you’ve heard of it, then you most definitely have ordered a suit or two from it. Tuning in from Indochino HQ, we’re here today with the CEO Drew Green to discuss all things under the smoky haze of the Vancouver sky. Drew opens up about his philosophy as an entrepreneur, father, and contributing member of society. Find out how he turned Indochino from a niche brand into a global phenom, the moments he’s been most proud of in his career, and how he structures his day to day life by striving to inspire. This is a must listen to interview.
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| MAX RIVEST Co-Founder of WIZE Thinks You’re Drinking Coffee Wrong. | 15 Sep 2020 | 01:24:44 | |
From overdosing on coffee to practicing a vegan keto diet, Max Rivest could tell you a thing or two about breaking bad habits. Tune in to this week’s episode to understand how his unhealthy relationship with coffee caused serious health issues that led him to trade in coffee beans for coffee tea leaves. Find out how he founded Wize Coffee Leaf drinks by utilizing a simple ingredient to solve a personal, social, and economic problem.
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For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/max-rivest
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| Mastering your Two Greatest Resources: Time and Attention with Steve Rio | 01 Sep 2020 | 01:32:24 | |
You may remember Steve Rio from episode 35, the longest episode ever recorded on the podcast. His calm and charismatic nature just makes him one of those people you can have endless conversations with. In this episode, Joss meets Steve at his guest home on Bowen Island for a post-hike and post-cedarwood sauna conversation. Tune in to our first podcast off Zoom, where Steve Rio tells you as it is, with meaningful insights on why we should orient our decisions by listening to our body, what crippling technology habits are actually doing to us, and everything else in between.
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| How to Live a Biologically Appropriate Life with KALE BROCK | 21 Jul 2020 | 01:14:11 | |
Description What if politicians had excellent microbiomes? Would they make better decisions? What do our microbiomes have to do with the way we think, behave, and navigate through life? Kale Brock has some answers for us in this week’s episode. Tune in for a diverse conversation about understanding healthy living on a molecular level from someone who has taken their own fitness journey to the next level and has produced two films (The Gut Film and The Longevity Film) to bring his wealth of knowledge to the public sphere. Kale Brock is in the pursuit of investigating why people in the Blue Zones live longer, why or why we don’t feel 10/10 on a daily basis, and what it means to live in a biologically appropriate way. Hit play and don’t miss out on this incredible conversation.
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For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/kale-brock Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community. https://thinkspacepodcast.com/episodes/kale-brock/
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| SOLOCAST: What's the Point? | 14 Jul 2020 | 00:30:01 | |
Every quarter, Joss checks in with the team. Give's an update on things as they are today. Recaps the past episodes from the last three months, and lets everybody know what's next for the podcast.
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Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community. Subscribe to the thinkspace podcast newsletter, where we release first dibs on anything limited, and how we communicate with our podcast family.
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| How to Strive on Social in 2020 with Digital Strategist TARA CLARK | 07 Jul 2020 | 01:08:20 | |
CEO of Social T, Tara Clark's passion for social media struck in 2005 when her University became one of the first few schools to gain access to Facebook. Since then, Tara saw an opportunity to utilize social media to launch her company @socialtyvr which creates engaging content for organizations ranging from food to finance (you can see who she's worked with here: https://bit.ly/SocialT_BrandsProjects). With her dense track record and wealth of knowledge, this is a talk for everyone to tune in on. She describes the volatile space of the social landscape since COVID-19 started and how that has affected the consumption of content, in her perspective. She also nails down the important ways brands can use their online presence effectively during social movements. Find out more in today’s episode!
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Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community. https://thinkspacepodcast.com/episodes/tara-clark/
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| Former Editor-in-Chief of Daily Hive, FARHAN MOHAMED, on life beyond the digital newsroom | 30 Jun 2020 | 00:56:59 | |
This week’s conversation is about slowing down. Take it from someone who has worked in the busy hustle of the digital newsroom and has interviewed Justin Trudeau way too many times. We’d like to welcome Farhan Mohamed on today’s episode! For 8 years, he dedicated his time and passion to help build what we now all know as Daily Hive. As the editor-in-chief, he cultivated a digital space for media consumption of all things Vancity, which has since expanded exponentially and globally. Tune in and find out more about what decisions lead up to Farhan’s resignation, why he values community as the most powerful key to success and how we can be socially responsible when it comes to the production and consumption of sustainable media.
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For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/farhan-mohamed Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community. https://thinkspacepodcast.com/episodes/farhan-mohamed/
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| MESH LAKHANI on Capitalizing the Learning Curve and Drawing Parallels in the World of Finance and Podcasting | 26 May 2020 | 01:16:56 | |
Mesh Lakhani knows how to talk about money in a way that makes sense. He has been on both sides of the table and delivers knowledge from a place of not knowing financial literacy at all, to being an investor and the founder of Mark 2 Capital, a firm which now manages approximately $200 million in assets across multiple investments. Tune in to find out how he has pivoted from multiple learning curves and why he is passionately curious about educating people on making major moves with their money.
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For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/mesh-lakhani
Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community.
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| Realtor, SHAWN BROWN, On The Roots and Realities of Navigating in a Fast Paced Industry | 19 May 2020 | 01:17:29 | |
In this episode, Shawn strips away the titles and gives us real insight on what drives his efficiency and details the intricacies that make him stand out in a highly competitive field. He is a high-producing real estate agent with the West Haven Group, operating within the Oakwyn Downtown brokerage. He is also currently in the top 1% of producers within the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver and we had the opportunity to pick his brain on how he makes it all work.
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For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/Shawn-Brown
Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community. Subscribe to the thinkspace podcast newsletter, where we release first dibs on anything limited, and how we communicate with our podcast family. | |||
| FWE CEO, PAULINA CAMERON on Reshaping The Narrative For Women Entrepreneurs | 12 May 2020 | 01:04:33 | |
A mother, a CEO and an absolute boss babe, Paulina Cameron knows how to shake the system and pave way for women entrepreneurs with grit and compassion. In this episode, Paulina lays down the truth of the entrepreneurial hustle, the leaps people have taken during COVID-19 and how she actively works towards shifting the narratives for the future. You can count getting honest advice from this resilient woman who has her hands full with her family life, being the CEO of Forum for Women Entrepreneurs, the Co-founder of Young Women in Business, being on the board of directors of YWCA, the author of Canada 150 Women: Conversations with Champions...and the list goes on. Tune in for more!
You'll hear about: * On Being a mother and a CEO * Paulina’s philosophy on how to maintain and create a resilient work culture * The reality of Women in the global economic landscape * Shifting the narrative of what it means to be an entrepreneur * On Entrepreneurial agility: How quickly are we going to bounce back from COVID-19?
For full show notes, references, further reflections on this episode head to our website at www.thinkspacepodcast.com/paulina-cameron Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community.
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| Unmasking COVID-19 with UBC’s Faculty of Medicine EA Dean, Dr. ROGER WONG | 05 May 2020 | 00:36:41 | |
What is making UBC Faculty of Health Executive Associate Dean, Dr. Roger Wong, smile through these unprecedented times? And how will we all heal as a whole from this pandemic? In this episode, Dr. Wong gives us insight into his details from the front line. He outlines key stats, new medical advancements in his department and lets us in on his outstanding leadership initiatives. Despite being a data-driven person with a dense medical background, find out why Dr. Wong truly believes that compassion is the key to any cure. Tune in for more!
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Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community.
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| Former SVP at Lululemon ERIC PETERSEN Remaps Marketing. | 29 Apr 2020 | 01:06:55 | |
Presenting former Senior Vice President of Global Brand and Community for Lululemon, Eric Petersen as our second guest on the MVMT Challenge & the thinkspace podcast collaborative. Eric always brings everything back to the fundamentals. No matter where you are - sitting in the intimidating corporate space of a global enterprise or trying to figure out your next move in these unprecedented times - he takes it back to the building blocks of you as a human. What is your intention? How does it translate to the honesty and quality of your product? And Why is it important to turn to your community for answers?
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Thank you for listening! We’d love to hear what you think. We invite you to join the podcast conversation in our communities on Facebook, Instagram, or Podyssey. Be sure to subscribe to thinkspace on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts here. Your review helps us reach more people and create more impact in the community.
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