Fresh Leaf Forever

Vai Kumar interviews thought leaders in various genres

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Looking to equip yourself to tackle today's pressing issues - Mental Health, Climate Change, Wellness, and other real-world challenges ?
We are a multi-genre show diving into what matters to you, helping you gain new perspectives.
Our diverse lineup of high caliber guests (Gen X to Gen Z'ers), provide actionable insights that'll transform your journey.
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Organic No Dig Gardening

Fresh Leaf Forever

02/22/21 • 51 min

For anyone passionate about gardening and growing their own vegetables, fruits and herbs, this is the episode.
Guest Stephanie Hafferty is an organic no dig kitchen gardener, plant based cook, award winning food & gardening writer, small scale homesteader .
She’s the author of 2 great books “No Dig organic gardening with Charles Dowding” and “Creative Kitchen”. In this episode, Steph talks about how one can start a garden, what vegetables to grow in the different seasons of the year, how to build a garden.
She also gives tips on building an ecosystem, warding off pests and rodents and discusses how one can take care of their garden against predators. How to invite predators to take care of other bugs and common garden issues one encounters. Steph talks about composting, natural manure and growing a pesticide free vegetable, flower and herb garden. Poly tunnel, green houses and idea of year round planting and being involved in gardening is something she highlights in this conversation with host Vai Kumar.
Stephanie Hafferty's website is https://www.nodighome.com and her Instagram handle is @stephaniehafferty. Her books are available on Amazon and on her website.
Steph discusses growing charts and planting seasons in this episode which may be referenced from her blog
https://www.nodighome.com/blog
and Charles Dowding's website.
https://charlesdowding.co.uk/sowing-timeline-for-vegetables/
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Breaking barriers in climate conversations, achieving inclusive sustainability

Fresh Leaf Forever

07/31/23 • 43 min

Understanding the challenges and complexities posed by climate evolution can be daunting.
In this episode on the podcast, our guest Ashoke Mohanraj is a sustainability advocate and book author who is a Top25U25 Environmentalist from Canada.
He's an individual who isn't afraid to navigate the gray areas of complex issues surrounding sustainability, and helps guide us beyond the typical views on climate change.
Our conversation takes a deep dive into Ashoke's personal motivation, rooted in his #SriLankan heritage, and that part of the world facing the wrath of climate deterioration. We take a full circle on the importance of inclusivity in climate conversations, revealing how to strike a balance between enjoying life and still advocating for the planet. It's not merely about eco-friendliness, but bringing diverse perspectives to the table to truly understand sustainability- thereby breaking barriers.
Here are some chapter highlights :
- Sustainability and Climate Change Exploration
- Importance of Inclusivity in Climate Talks
- Navigating the Path to Environmental Activism
- Why environmental advocacy is for young men as well( Ashoke's book "Pollinator Man")
-Paths to Success in Sustainable Living
As we go further along, Ashoke shares his path from being one of the few people of color in environmental activism to his experiences representing at the UN - a journey that is as inspiring as it is enlightening. He also provides valuable advice for those looking to get into environmental activism. Ashoke's best selling book Pollinator Man, portrays a masculine super hero at the center of environmental conservation - a resource that every child can learn from and do their part to make our daily lives better.
The importance of keeping an open mind and the willingness to pivot when necessary is emphasized well by our guest. Ashoke's passion for creating a sustainable future is contagious, via his books and visual media/TV projects he's currently involved in and it's our sincere hope that every listener, every citizen in this planet can draw inspiration to do more in preserving our planet ! Stay tuned for his next book and future projects. A not to miss conversation, and a role model to emulate, for betterment of our mission to lead a sustainable future.

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Exploring limitless options with vegan cooking, lifestyle and organizing retreats

Fresh Leaf Forever

05/25/21 • 66 min

My guest Anastasia Eden and I talk about the endless possibilities that exist with vegan cooking, veganism and a vegan lifestyle.
As the author of multiple books, running online courses and as organizer of retreats as a retreat chef, Anastasia walks us through very nicely as to how one can embrace a vegan lifestyle with ease, simplicity and transform their lives.
We discuss and focus on the following aspects in this episode -

Anastasia's introduction to vegan eating and lifestyle
What prompted her to consider veganism and transformation she felt
Her journey as a vegan retreat chef and organizing retreats, the challenges that come with it
Group sizes, tailor making recipes to address specific needs and achieving guest satisfaction
Being creative in the kitchen and why cooking from the heart is so important for a healthy family
Embracing veganism and how easy it is; why there's not a need to be skeptical about being vegan,
How veganism helps one eat nutritious and stay healthy
Her books on vegan cooking and eating; recipes and blog and online courses
Compassion in one's life, having fun and feeling vibrant
Seasonal eating and cooking and its importance
Global eating scenario
Meditation, calming effects and mind-body connection
Food as a healer and how we are what we eat
Several ideas on how one can incorporate veganism; focus on allergies and still being able to make satisfying meals.

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Empowering the next generation of STEM leaders

Fresh Leaf Forever

05/16/23 • 40 min

In this conversation, Science Technology Engineering Math(STEM) enthusiast, book author and Math SP founder Stephanie Espy talks to host Vai about how STEM is omnipresent in our lives and is not limited to just being forms of study. Vai delves deep into gender inequality in STEM and how our guest Stephanie is doing her part to address this and empower the next generation to take to more avenues in science, technology, engineering and math to problem solve the most pressing issues in this world, including sustainability.
A fascinating chat with our guest, an MIT alumni, on factors that need attention to be able to let young minds find their true calling and get passionate about building their future.
We focus on :

STEM being sort of omnipresent in our lives
How children can think beyond the realms of a curriculum and a classroom in using STEM to address real world issues
Gender inequality when it comes to STEM and addressing this
Igniting curiosity and passion for the world we live in, & the key to tapping student potential
Building confidence in students, role of research and publications
SP Method - Strategy and Problem solving
How students can become better test takers, Stephanie's SP Method
STEM Gems- her book and story of 44 women in science and technology
It's impact on younger generation
Disparity in percentage of women in stem in colleges - in engineering and computer science & why not to shy away
Role of STEM in saving our planet and our future; the potential to volunteer or innovate

and much more ....

Tune in today, and get valuable insights on how best to contribute in a field where there's plethora of possibilities. There's no boundaries when it comes to tapping into our inner potential and Stephanie is a great example herself of how every woman, every person of color can succeed and carve a niche. Learn why STEM could be for everyone, so you can innovate and transform some real world issues !!
https://mathsp.com
https://stemgemsbook.com

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Music Therapy and its benefits

Fresh Leaf Forever

08/27/21 • 46 min

In this Special episode series, my guest Shreya Visvanathan, a licensed Music Therapist who graduated from University of Georgia, and I, talk about Music Therapy.
She's extremely versatile in music and is great at composing music and even released her own album of songs.
Highlights from the episode -

What is Music Therapy & who can benefit from it
Approach/methodology
Is it applicable to individuals or groups
Goals can one hope to achieve or address with music therapy
Historical relevance of profession
Music Therapy in a college curriculum
Targeted areas/population segments that this is very useful in
How does a music therapy session feel like
Misconception when it comes to music therapy
Benefits - physiologically how does it transform a person ?
Future trends

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Nurturing a trendy business from a love for photography - a Woman Solopreneur story

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05/11/21 • 54 min

Jamie Alix Barber is a highly creative and unique solopreneur who has carved a niche for herself in the realm of photography as an art. With an education background in STEM, jobs in pharmaceutical sales, teaching and immense passion for photography, Jamie has shown that it takes "courage to be creative"- her intuitive eye has led her to believe in herself and create a trendy, online, and successful business.
Jamie and I talk about
* how her love for photography started
* what her specific interest areas were/are with photography
* how her educational background and work experience were different from her passion.
* how her boutique and fine art gallery business was born.
* what she looks for when she's out and about trying to create content for her business.
* techniques needed for photography and her work to be unique.
* balancing a day job and still being successful as an entrepreneur.
* Building a business harnessing both her passion and talent.
* How design is important and what it needs to convey and the eye for it.
* Visualizing her product from an end user's standpoint.
* Hand curated gifts, photography and portfolio focus.
* How an artist can tap into their creative side and achieve one of a kind design.
* Impact of her business on the community.
* Need for businesses to support one another to be successful.
* Her business and its impact on women and women empowerment.
Jamie is the Creator and founder of JAlixBarberphotography and Profundities Boutique.
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Modern day student life, parental influence and achieving a balance - Part 1

Fresh Leaf Forever

11/17/20 • 43 min

In this episode, Vai talks to Dr.Jeannine Jannot, the author of the book "The Disintegrating student - super smart and falling apart".
Dr.Jeannine and Vai discuss about navigating the daunting journey through today's high-stakes, high-stress education experience. A not to miss, highly engaging conversation.
This episode is Part 1 of a two part episode on "Modern day student life, parental influence and achieving a balance".
Dr. Jeannine Jannot has over 25 years of experience working with children, teenagers and young adults in both public and private school settings spanning preschool through college. Dr. Jannot has a master's degree in school psychology from The Ohio State University and a doctorate in child and developmental psychology from the University of Connecticut. Since 2010, Dr. Jannot has been a college instructor teaching psychology courses and freshman seminars.
She founded "The Balanced Student" in 2014 in response to the struggling students she encountered in her classrooms. Through her coaching, she learned that there are many factors that cause students to struggle, many of which are not obvious to parents or educators.

Her website is www.jeanninejannot.com and the instagram page is @the_balanced_student .
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Diet and Lifestyle influences on autoimmune disorders

Fresh Leaf Forever

03/16/21 • 51 min

Dr.Micah Yu talks about auto immune illnesses, the role of Diet and lifestyle and how one can achieve well being tweaking certain things they do.

Focus areas in the discussion include -

Auto immune illness and types of auto immune conditions
Environment, geographic impact, polarity
Vitamin mineral deficiencies and impact
Role of Vitamin D, B12
Role of diet in anyone’s life ; Dr.Yu’s personal journey with his auto immune condition
Benefit of whole food plant based diet on auto immune conditions
Diet and microbiome
Impact of microbiome on one’s health and its effect of medications
Biologics and auto immune conditions
Integrative medicine and auto immune illnesses
Inflammatory markers - CRP, ESR and role of gluten, fats, omega 3s, probiotics in auto immune illnesses
Mind-body influence and breathing techniques
Exercise and auto immune illness
Covid vaccines and auto immune illness
Different diets out there and significance if any
Standard American Diet and impact on health
Overall Tips for well being

Dr.Micah Yu may be reached via his website www.myautoimmunemd.com. His Instagram handle is @myautoimmunemd and is the same on Facebook, twitter.
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Redefining Success: Kindling Passion, Personal Growth & Sustainable living

Fresh Leaf Forever

10/24/23 • 49 min

Ever pondered over the true essence of success?
What if personal fulfillment resided not in a six-figure job, but in pursuing your passion?
Our fascinating guest, Maria Angelova, will make you rethink traditional notions of achievement. She transitioned from a high-ranking position as a Director of Finance to follow her heart and become a Pilates instructor.
Unravel her inspiring journey, where she decided to prioritize happiness and self-care over a high-paying corporate job, leading to the creation of Rebellious International, still chalking out a path to a fulfilling lifestyle.
Conversation highlights:
- Shifting mindsets and finding fulfillment
- Overcoming challenges and embracing opportunities
- Significance of passion in overcoming turbulence
- Alleviating fear, getting comfortable doing the uncomfortable
- Self-care and mind-body connection
- Sustainable wellness and lifestyle
We also delve into the criticality of self-care and the mind-body connection for overall well-being. Maria emphasizes the need to engage in activities that bring joy to maintain a healthy balance. So tune in for an enlightening conversation where conventional perspectives are turned upside down, leading to a fresh understanding of well-being, success, and fulfillment. Our journey to sustainable living is centered around so many different facets, and this episode certainly kindles passion, your road to personal growth and our contribution to help save our planet! SHARE, SUCCEED and SPREAD JOY !!

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Mastering Menopause Through Lifestyle and Awareness

Fresh Leaf Forever

12/18/24 • 55 min

Join us for a candid conversation with the esteemed Dr. Nitu Bajekal, a leading OBGYN, as she shares her profound knowledge and personal experiences with perimenopause and menopause. With nearly four decades in women's health, Dr. Bajekal offers invaluable insights into how these life stages can vary widely across different ethnicities. She also opens up about her personal journey, revealing the challenges she faced and the inspiration behind her book, "Finding Me in Menopause." This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to better understand these significant transitions from perimenopause to menopause and the need for support and understanding for women while they're in this phase.
Discover the truth about menopause symptoms and the solutions available, as we explore the critical role of hormonal changes. Dr. Bajekal addresses common skepticism around hormone therapy, emphasizing its significance in managing symptoms such as hot flashes and mood changes. We offer practical advice on lifestyle adjustments, from improving sleep quality to stress management, that can enhance well-being during menopause. The conversation also highlights the long-term impact of menopause on women's health and the need to embrace this life stage gracefully.
In the realm of exercise and nutrition, learn how strength training can combat osteoporosis and reduce cancer risks, while a plant-based diet can effectively manage menopause symptoms. Dr. Bajekal shares the powerful health benefits of soy and other plant-based foods, along with the importance of workplace support for menopausal women. This episode aims to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for women experiencing menopause, both in the workplace and beyond. Tune in for guidance, encouragement, and a wealth of knowledge from one of the leading voices in women's health.Her social channels Instagram, TikTok to connect is @drnitubajekal. Be sure to follow @vaipkumar more of these wonderful offerings.

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How many episodes does Fresh Leaf Forever have?

Fresh Leaf Forever currently has 106 episodes available.

What topics does Fresh Leaf Forever cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Career, Mental Health, Youth, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Sports, Business and Sustainability.

What is the most popular episode on Fresh Leaf Forever?

The episode title 'Organic No Dig Gardening' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Fresh Leaf Forever?

The average episode length on Fresh Leaf Forever is 45 minutes.

How often are episodes of Fresh Leaf Forever released?

Episodes of Fresh Leaf Forever are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Fresh Leaf Forever?

The first episode of Fresh Leaf Forever was released on Nov 2, 2020.

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Fresh Leaf Forever

Vai Kumar interviews thought leaders in various genres

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