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My First Step Ever
Ishani Nigam
205 episodes
12 hours ago
We all have dreams, goals and desires to do extraordinary work in our lives. But, we often get intimidated with the very first step that leads to our journey. What if we only keep dreaming? The real success lies in dreaming, planning to achieve those dreams and then most importantly ACTING on those plans. If just the thought of doing it makes your heart beat faster then don’t worry my friend. I was as nervous once as you are now! But, then one day I went beyond that daunting first step and life became easier. So, I have now embarked on a journey to interact with accomplished people, who went past that first step, in my new podcast series called My First Step Ever. Through this podcast series, I aim to bring forth real success stories, of people, from various professions and discuss strategies they employed to overcome their fears. So, get ready to fuel your dreams through these insightful conversations and let yourself fly high. Logo courtesy Manash Parui. Insta - @myfirststepever_in
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We all have dreams, goals and desires to do extraordinary work in our lives. But, we often get intimidated with the very first step that leads to our journey. What if we only keep dreaming? The real success lies in dreaming, planning to achieve those dreams and then most importantly ACTING on those plans. If just the thought of doing it makes your heart beat faster then don’t worry my friend. I was as nervous once as you are now! But, then one day I went beyond that daunting first step and life became easier. So, I have now embarked on a journey to interact with accomplished people, who went past that first step, in my new podcast series called My First Step Ever. Through this podcast series, I aim to bring forth real success stories, of people, from various professions and discuss strategies they employed to overcome their fears. So, get ready to fuel your dreams through these insightful conversations and let yourself fly high. Logo courtesy Manash Parui. Insta - @myfirststepever_in
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My First Step Ever
Ep. 188 – From Bullying to World Champion | Wayne MacDonald on Discipline, Purpose & Resilience

In this week’s episode, I chat with Shihan Wayne MacDonald — 3x Karate World Champion, 7th Dan Black Belt, Australian National Team Coach, and World Chief Instructor of Karate Budokan International (KBI).

Wayne’s story begins in a small town, where bullying left deep scars — but also lit a fire within him. From training with his cousin to representing Australia at 18, Wayne went on to compete globally for over 17 years and later founded one of the most successful karate academies in the world.

💬 In this episode:

  • Overcoming bullying and finding purpose through Karate

  • Competing for Australia and winning multiple world titles

  • Starting Karate Budokan in Noosa and teaching 3000+ students

  • Building confidence and leadership in kids from age 3 to adulthood

  • His work in corporate speaking, mentorship, and bully awareness

Wayne’s wisdom goes far beyond martial arts — it’s about living with discipline, gratitude, and purpose.

🎧 Tune in for an honest, powerful conversation that proves every challenge can be turned into strength.


learn more: www.academyglobalwellness.com


About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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3 weeks ago
53 minutes 28 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 187 – Getrude Matshe: From Migrant to Millionaire | The Power of Resilience & Reinvention (Part 2)

In Part 2 of my conversation with Getrude Matshe, international speaker and founder of HerStory Circle, we explore how she transformed adversity into abundance.

From rebuilding life as a migrant in New Zealand to founding multiple million-dollar enterprises and mentoring thousands of women globally, Getrude’s story is one of vision, reinvention, and unshakable belief in purpose.

💡 We discuss:

  • Navigating migration and starting from scratch

  • The mindset behind her business empire

  • How storytelling became her healing and leadership tool

  • Mentoring women to own their truth and share it boldly

  • The ripple effect of one woman’s dream

🎧 This episode is your reminder that leadership begins with courage—and every comeback starts with one brave step.

About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


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4 weeks ago
35 minutes 59 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 186 – Getrude Matshe: From Zimbabwe to the World | A Journey of Courage & Creativity (Part 1)

In Part 1 of this heartfelt two-part conversation, I speak with Getrude Matshe, a global storyteller, author, and founder of HerStory Circle. From growing up in Zimbabwe to navigating studies in the UK, early motherhood, and life-changing travels across Europe, Getrude shares the turning points that shaped her mission to empower women through storytelling.

💬 Key Moments:

  • Pearls of wisdom from her entrepreneurial father

  • Facing cultural barriers and embracing independence

  • Acting in Europe and exploring creativity

  • Living through apartheid and the search for belonging

  • The unexpected path that led her to New Zealand

Her story is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and the power of believing in your purpose.


Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃Sound and music credit: www.pixabay.com***Subscribe and follow the podcast on :Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3CkEhJEApple: https://apple.co/39kVVjW***Sound and music credit: www.mixkit.com

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4 weeks ago
49 minutes 39 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 185 – Turning Pain into Purpose | Brilliant Liu on Leadership, Mentorship & Redefining Success

This is more than a milestone—it’s a conversation that marks a turning point.

In our 185th episode of My First Step Ever, I speak with Brilliant Liu, founder of House of Leaders, whose content has reached millions—but whose personal journey is even more impactful.

Brilliant speaks openly about growing up under immense pressure, navigating painful family dynamics, and nearly losing his life twice. But it was one mentor, one decision, and one mindset shift that changed everything.

💡 What we explore:

  • The invisible scars of childhood trauma and pressure

  • Learning to break free from unrealistic expectations

  • The role of near-death experiences in shaping gratitude and drive

  • Why real success starts with healing and self-leadership

  • How House of Leaders became a global movement

  • Decision-making lessons that go beyond business

🎧 Listen in for one of the most honest and impactful episodes yet.


About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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2 months ago
54 minutes 54 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 184 – Backing Yourself After Trauma | Nicole Zink on Healing, Loss & New Beginnings

⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode includes lived experiences involving trauma and suicidal thoughts. It is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you’re struggling, please seek support from a licensed professional or contact a mental health helpline near you.

This week, I’m joined by Nicole Zink, a multi-dimensional creative, wellness mentor, and founder of With Zinky—a startup helping wellness practitioners build their digital presence with clarity and confidence.

Nicole shares her incredible journey of reinvention—from a turbulent upbringing to healing through travel, confronting profound personal loss, and ultimately launching a business aligned with her truth. She’s also entering the world of commercial modelling, aligning with brands that value authenticity and purpose.

💬 In this episode, we talk about:

  • The emotional weight of growing up in an unstable environment

  • Leaving behind what no longer aligns

  • Healing through travel, self-work, and meaningful relationships

  • Losing someone dear—and finding purpose on the other side

  • Building with Zinky and backing herself in business

  • Finding new creative expression through modelling

🎧 This is a story of strength, softness, and stepping fully into your power

Tune in if you’re ready to step off autopilot and into bold, values-driven action.

Learn more here - www.withzinky.com


About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


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2 months ago
49 minutes 34 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 183 – You Don’t Need All the Answers to Start | Seshnie Taylor on Finding Your Voice & Building Your Own Path

What if the career you’re meant for hasn’t been invented yet?

This week on My First Step Ever, I chat with Seshnie Taylor, a multi-lingual changemaker, mother, and founder of Vocare — an incredible business helping skilled migrants communicate confidently and succeed at work using AI and cultural fluency.

Her journey is anything but linear — from apartheid-era South Africa to the UK and now Australia — and it’s filled with powerful lessons on grit, gratitude, and creating your own lane when none exists.

🎙️ In this episode, we dive into:

  • Life lessons from growing up in an affluent family during apartheid

  • Embracing change after moving to the UK and discovering holistic education

  • Her bold move to UNICEF and the pivotal advice that changed everything

  • Launching her first venture in Shanghai and founding Vocare in Australia

  • Why helping others communicate is her true calling

✨ This is an episode for the doers, the dreamers, and the ones still figuring it out.

🎧 Tune in and let Seshnie’s story give you the courage to start.


Learn more here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocare-speech/🎧 Tune in if you’re ready to step off autopilot and into bold, values-driven action.About Your Host –Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃Sound and music credit: www.pixabay.com

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3 months ago
46 minutes 37 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 182 – Rebuilding After Success: Sharon Connolly on Change, Courage & Career Growth

Sharon Connolly didn’t grow up with much—but she grew up determined.

In this episode, we talk to the powerhouse behind Change Superhero, who now works as a leading Change Consultant in financial services, speaks globally, and has given away over 500,000+ templates to help Change Managers around the world.

But behind the awards and accolades is a powerful story of setbacks, rebuilding, and dreaming bigger than your circumstances.

🎙 In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How Sharon's modest childhood gave her a lasting mindset advantage

  • Her journey from IT trainer to global speaker & Microsoft MVP

  • How to rebuild your confidence after you fall

  • The power of sharing generously in your field

  • Why decision-making and networking fuel long-term growth

  • How to spot possibilities even in your lowest moments

✨ This episode is for the dreamers, the rebuilders, and the quiet fighters.
You’re going to love this one.

🎧 Listen now — and get ready to start your next chapter.


Learn here: https://www.changesuperhero.com.au/****Press the bell icon for weekly episodes are up every Wednesday and Saturday!****About the host:Hi, I am Ishani Nigam, a podcaster and content creator. I aim to create content that EDUTAINS [educates and entertains] my audiences. I am a curious and enthusiastic soul who loves to question the norm and probably found this podcast as a way to let my energy flow in the right direction. I am a creative, warm and fun-loving soul and become all of these when surrounded with like-minded people :)If you are curious to know the Bollywood dancer, dramatic and friendly side of me, follow me on my Instagram account, where you get to me my true colours and learn about podcasting :) For behind-the-scenes fun and to peek into my world, follow me on: https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6***Subscribe and follow the podcast on :Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3CkEhJEApple: https://apple.co/39kVVjWGoogle: https://bit.ly/3hHPSKP***Sound and music credit: www.mixkit.com

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3 months ago
47 minutes 30 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 181 – From Farm Girl to Businesswoman Finalist | Jane Carey’s Story of Courage and Growth

How far can one's belief in oneself take one?

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Jane Carey, who grew up in the Australian countryside as one of six siblings on a family farm. Her dream? To one day work in an office. But what followed was far beyond even her wildest hopes.

🎙 We discuss:

  • Leaving the family farm and facing cultural shock in the city

  • Dealing with homesickness and self-doubt

  • Earning respect and success in a professional world she once feared

  • Leaving a successful career to pursue her Master’s degree

  • Becoming a Telstra Business Woman of the Year Finalist

  • The mindset that helped her evolve, rise, and thrive

✨ This episode is about taking risks, honouring your roots, and boldly becoming who you’re meant to be.

🎧 Listen now and let Jane’s story inspire your next big step.


Learn more about Jane Carey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janecarey/🎧 Tune in if you’re ready to step off autopilot and into bold, values-driven action.About Your Host –Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃Sound and music credit: www.pixabay.com

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3 months ago
48 minutes 57 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 180 – Designing a Life That Feels Like a Million Bucks | With Giles Roberts

What does it take to design a life that truly feels like yours?

In this joy-filled episode, I chat with Giles Roberts—coach, linguist, creator, and all-around creative from Perth, Australia—on building a life around freedom, values, and creativity.

💬 We cover:

  • Growing up in a curious, academic household

  • Becoming financially independent early (and why that matters)

  • Monetising creativity while staying true to your purpose

  • Building a life around energy, joy, and alignment

  • Rethinking success and what “rich” really means

If you’re tired of chasing someone else’s version of success and ready to build a lifestyle that suits you, this episode is your fresh dose of inspiration.

🎧 Hit play and let the good vibes flow.


Learn more about Giles Roberts here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/giles-roberts/🎧 Tune in if you’re ready to step off autopilot and into bold, values-driven action.About Your Host –Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃Sound and music credit: www.pixabay.com

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3 months ago
48 minutes 30 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 179 – Why Your ‘Why’ Matters: Paul Hawkins on Purpose, Focus & Navigating the Unknown

Ever feel like you're chasing goals without really knowing why?

In this episode, I speak with Paul Hawkins, innovation expert, speaker, educator, and the Chief Combobulator at Crazy Might Work, whose work spans NASA, the UAE Government, the Australian Federal Police, and beyond.

But before the accolades, Paul had to make his leap into the unknown—and it all started by reconnecting with his why.


💡 What we explore:

  • Why your why matters more than your job title

  • What does it mean to think long-term when today feels uncertain

  • How to stay laser-focused while navigating doubt

  • The power of not taking criticism from people you wouldn’t seek advice from

  • Skills vs. status: what drives growth

  • Paul’s take on writer’s block, innovation, and showing up boldly


    ✨ This is your sign to stop chasing outcomes—and start anchoring yourself in purpose.


🎧 Tune in now and let Paul’s story guide you back to your first step.


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About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃


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4 months ago
44 minutes 13 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 178 – Detaching from Success & Navigating the Chaos Within | Dave Chauhan

Success on the outside doesn’t always mean peace on the inside.

In this deep and moving conversation, I speak with Dave Chauhan — leadership coach, organisational strategist, and author of Captain, Set Sail — about what it truly means to lead with purpose, especially when the world outside and inside feels uncertain.

💭 We explore:

  • How to accept your past and rebuild your emotional foundation

  • Why learning to detach from achievements is key to peace

  • The real story behind writer’s block and creative resistance

  • How leaders (and all of us) can navigate uncertainty with grace

  • The importance of slowing down to rediscover meaning

This episode isn’t just about leading others — it’s about leading yourself through the chaos with clarity, courage, and compassion.

🎧 Tune in now and rediscover your inner compass.


About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃


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4 months ago
46 minutes 4 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 177 – From Meek Girl to Global Human Rights Leader | Dr. Raina Khatri Tandon

What does it take to rise beyond fear and transform into a leader who empowers thousands?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Raina Khatri Tandon — Founder & CEO of Right2Rise®, global human rights advocate, and multi-award-winning changemaker — to explore her powerful journey from a quiet, uncertain girl in India to one of the country’s strongest voices for women, children, and human rights.

🎙 What we talk about:

  • Choosing learning as a pathway to freedom

  • From IT researcher to internationally recognised human rights expert

  • Advocating for POSH, POCSO, cyber safety, and DE&I

  • The turning points, mindset shifts, and deep purpose that guided her

  • What does it mean to take your first step ever

With over 23 years of experience, two PhDs, and accolades like the UN REX Karmveer and Nari Shakti Awards, Dr. Raina proves that real power lies in showing up, speaking out, and leading with purpose.

✨ If you’ve ever felt stuck, small, or unsure—this story is your sign to rise.

🎧 Tune in now and start your own transformation.


About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃


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4 months ago
51 minutes 35 seconds

My First Step Ever
176: What if the path you didn't plan turned out to be the one that changed your life? | Ft. Inderpal Singh

What if the path you didn't plan turned out to be the one that changed your life?

In this inspiring episode, I talk with Inderpal Singh, a certified life, career, and leadership coach whose unconventional path took him from India to Australia, with stops in the Middle East, Turkey, and South Africa along the way.

Inderpal shares how a shy IT graduate, pushed by economic uncertainty, said yes to customer service—and ended up finding his voice, purpose, and profession as a global coach.

🎙 Highlights from this episode:

  • Taking your first job for survival—and finding growth in it

  • Why trusting the journey (even through detours) is powerful

  • Holding on during a 7-year migration process

  • Learning to take calculated risks for a better life

  • Transitioning from doing work to becoming someone with purpose

  • Empowering others to grow, lead, and live with authenticity

Whether you're at a crossroads or waiting for permission to take your first step, this episode is your reminder that your story is enough.

🎧 Hit play and take that one step closer to who you’re meant to be


About Your Host –

Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃


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4 months ago
48 minutes 28 seconds

My First Step Ever
Are you stuck in WHAT IF loop?

175 Episodes Later… Here’s Why I Started This Podcast 🎉

In this short and heartfelt video, I’m pausing to reflect on the real reason behind My First Step Ever.

💡 I created this podcast to give voice to the power of starting — because taking that first step is often the hardest, but also the most life-changing.
I started with zero experience, just a strong desire to inspire people who have a dream but lack the confidence or clarity to act on it.

💬 In this video, I share:

  • Who I am and why I started My First Step Ever

  • What this podcast means to me

  • The values that drive every episode

  • A huge THANK YOU for being on this journey with me 💛

From chasing bold dreams to hearing powerful stories from around the world — this podcast has become so much more than a show. It’s a movement. And we’ve only just begun.

👉 If you’ve ever needed a sign to take your first step — this is it.
🎧 Watch. Listen. Share.




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5 months ago
3 minutes 55 seconds

My First Step Ever
From Soccer Dreams to Financial Freedom: Jacopo Iasiello’s Blueprint for Holistic Success

What if your biggest setback became the spark for your greatest success?
In Episode 175, I sit down with Jacopo Iasiello, a Naples-born entrepreneur, international real estate expert, and founder of the Healthy, Rich & Happy movement. From a promising soccer career cut short to building a multi-million-dollar real estate empire, Jacopo shares his powerful story of transformation, resilience, and purpose-driven success.

We talk about:

💥 How Jacopo turned injury and anger into fuel for business success
🏡 Real estate strategies that helped him close 350+ transactions by age 30
🧠 The role of environment and elite relationships in shaping a growth mindset
🌱 His MPBE Method (Meditate, Morning, Pray, Biohacking, Exercise) for balanced living
🚪 Why walking away from one dream opened the door to another
📚 Sneak peek into his upcoming book Healthy, Rich, and Happy – releasing December 15, 2024

This is more than just a money talk—it's about creating holistic wealth that aligns your health, purpose, and happiness.

✨ Free Resource: Jacopo’s Book – Healthy, Rich, and Happy

🎧 Tune in if you're seeking inspiration to shift your mindset, level up your personal growth, and start building the life you truly deserve.


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Ishani NigamHi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, content creator, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃

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6 months ago
39 minutes 55 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep. 174 – Healing by Releasing: A Journey from Trauma to Present Peace with Richard Tierney

What if healing isn’t about fixing what's broken—but about releasing what never belonged to you in the first place?

In this raw and heartfelt conversation, I speak with Richard Tierney, Trauma Recovery Healer and founder of Trauma Recovery Anonymous, about his personal path from decades of trauma and emotional pain to living fully in the present moment.

🧘‍♂️ We explore:

  • Why addressing the cause, not just the effect, is key to real healing

  • Richard’s 30-year journey of living with trauma—and the moment of release

  • Practical tools and mindset shifts that helped him break free

  • The power of giving your all to the present—family, work, and self

  • Why healing is ongoing, and how managing your mind and emotions is the real transformation

💬 “I’m not fully healed. But I’m fully living.” – Richard

🎧 Press play to hear a story of reclaiming life, purpose, and inner peace—and perhaps begin your own.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPM68FFQ
About Your Host –

Ishani NigamHi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, content creator, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃

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6 months ago
34 minutes 15 seconds

My First Step Ever
Ep 173 – Why Success Isn’t Enough: A Moment of Magic & Mindset with Julie Demsey

Have you ever reached a point in life where everything looked “successful”—but it still didn’t feel right? In this episode, I chat with Julie Demsey, a Rapid Results Mindset Coach, Hypnotherapist, and former startup leader who knows that story all too well.

🎙️ We explore:

  • The exact moment Julie knew she needed to change direction

  • How to question your life path with courage and clarity

  • Why mindset work is the foundation of any transformation

  • The biggest reason people stay stuck—and how to overcome it

Julie’s journey from Silicon Valley to soul-aligned service is nothing short of inspiring. If you’re looking for permission to pause, reflect, and start something new—this episode is it.

💡 Just start. Because that’s the hardest—and the most important—step.

🎧 Tap play now for a story that might just spark your own breakthrough.

About Your Host –

Ishani NigamHi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, content creator, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃

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6 months ago
39 minutes 15 seconds

My First Step Ever
🎙 Ep. 172 - The Power of Your Inner Voice & How to Reconnect with Yourself | Diane Haworth

Have you ever ignored your inner voice—only to regret it later? What if tuning into your intuition could heal your life and unlock your true potential?

In this episode, I talk with Diane Haworth, a Heart-Centered Success Coach and founder of Be Love Principles, about why most people struggle to trust themselves and how our thoughts shape our reality.

✅ We cover:

  • Why people ignore their inner wisdom and how it impacts their life

  • The science behind thoughts and how they influence mental & physical health

  • How to reconnect with yourself and listen to your intuition with confidence

  • Simple steps to cultivate more love, peace, and joy in daily life

🎁 BONUS! Grab Diane’s Be Love Bundle for FREE: Click Here

This conversation is for anyone feeling stuck, disconnected, or looking for real transformation.

🎧 Press play now and start trusting the voice within you!


🎤 About Your Host – Ishani NigamHi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, content creator, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠ 🎬💃

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7 months ago
35 minutes 22 seconds

My First Step Ever
How to Turn Anxiety & Fear into Your Superpower | Hillary Spiritos’ Pathfinding Approach

🌟 Are Your Fears & Anxiety Holding You Back? Here’s How to Use Them to Your Advantage

We all experience anxiety, stress, and fear—but are they stopping us, or are they signals pointing us in the right direction? Hillary Spiritos, founder of Bat Outta Hell, joins us to reframe the way we see our inner struggles and help us build a consistent routine despite life’s chaos.

🎙 In this episode, we explore:
✅ The truth about fear and how to use it as a guide, not a barrier
✅ Why social media and societal pressures make self-trust so difficult—and how to break free
✅ The power of small, consistent actions in achieving long-term goals
✅ How to embrace uncertainty and move forward with clarity and confidence

Hillary shares deep insi potential.

🎧 Hit play now and start transforming your relationship with stress!


MORE FOR YOU FROM HILLARY

Website: https://batouttahell.net/

TikTok/Instagram: @bat.outta_hell


🎤 About Your Host – Ishani NigamHi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, content creator, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠ 🎬💃

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7 months ago
33 minutes 19 seconds

My First Step Ever
What She Did in Her 20s to Succeed at 32 (You Need to Hear This!)

From Anxiety to Entrepreneurship: How Lindsey Leigh Hobson Built Two Thriving Businesses by 32

Have you ever felt lost in your 20s, unsure of your path, and afraid to take risks? You're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey, a LinkedIn 2024 Top Voice in Mentoring, who went from an anxious kid filled with self-doubt to building two thriving businesses by 32.

But her journey wasn’t easy. Lindsey faced career uncertainty, business failure, and the pressure to have it all figured out. Instead of giving up, she embraced unlearning, experimenting, and trusting herself to create a career on her terms.

🎙️ In this episode, we dive into:
✅ How to own your emotions and stop self-doubt from holding you back
✅ The real truth about failure and why it’s necessary for success
✅ Why pivoting careers & experimenting can lead to unexpected success
✅ How to navigate your 20s when you feel stuck or lost

🌟 About Lindsey
Lindsey is the Founder of The Learning & Development Collective, leading a global network of 750+ professionals. She’s also the National Lead for the Professional Speakers Australia Chapter President Council, helping shape the future of professional speaking.

But before all the success, she struggled with fear, failure, and imposter syndrome—just like many of us. This is her story of resilience, reinvention, and taking the first step ever toward success.

Learn more here: https://learninganddevelopmentcollective.com/


🎤 About Your Host – Ishani Nigam
Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, content creator, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.

👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6 🎬💃

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7 months ago
28 minutes 24 seconds

My First Step Ever
We all have dreams, goals and desires to do extraordinary work in our lives. But, we often get intimidated with the very first step that leads to our journey. What if we only keep dreaming? The real success lies in dreaming, planning to achieve those dreams and then most importantly ACTING on those plans. If just the thought of doing it makes your heart beat faster then don’t worry my friend. I was as nervous once as you are now! But, then one day I went beyond that daunting first step and life became easier. So, I have now embarked on a journey to interact with accomplished people, who went past that first step, in my new podcast series called My First Step Ever. Through this podcast series, I aim to bring forth real success stories, of people, from various professions and discuss strategies they employed to overcome their fears. So, get ready to fuel your dreams through these insightful conversations and let yourself fly high. Logo courtesy Manash Parui. Insta - @myfirststepever_in