• Ep: 018 w Prerana Oli
    Feb 15 2026

    In this episode, we sit down with Prerana to talk about her journey in fitness and how staying consistent in the gym over years has shaped her mindset and lifestyle. From documenting her workouts and sharing her running routines to building discipline through daily habits, she opens up about what it really takes to stay motivated long-term.She shares her experiences navigating gym culture, understanding proper balance, and breaking common stereotypes around women in fitness. We dive into topics like confidence, self-discipline, and finding the balance between physical health and mental well-being in a busy world.Alongside her fitness journey, she talks about pursuing her studies as an RPN, managing academic pressure while staying committed to her health goals. This episode is filled with practical insights, and motivation for anyone looking to improve their lifestyle, build healthy habits, and stay focused on their goals-both inside and outside the gym.

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Ep: 017 w/ Anil Gurung
    Feb 8 2026

    In this episode, we sit down with Anil, to talk about the current political situation in Nepal and how it affects young people trying to create better opportunities for themselves. He shares his struggles in Kathmandu, searching for jobs, facing uncertainty, and deciding to leave home in hopes of building a stronger future.As an international student, he opens up about living away from family, adjusting to life in Canada for work. From balancing academics with survival jobs to dealing with homesickness and financial pressure, he gives an honest look into the realities many international students face behind the scenes.We discuss how he started building his own brand, developing confidence, and creating opportunities in a competitive environment. He reflects on resilience, consistency, and believing in yourself even when the odds are against you. This episode is packed with real-life lessons and motivation for students, immigrants, and anyone trying to turn their dreams into reality.

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Ep: 016 w/ Parikchhit Basnet
    Jan 17 2026

    In this episode, we sit down with Parikchhit Basnet aka. Splash, who opens up by sharing how he made $150,000 in a single month through email marketing and hosting high-level events for elite entrepreneurs. He shares his journey of moving from Nepal to Canada at a young age, the struggles his family faced during the transition, and how those experiences shaped his mindset. Splash talks about sacrificing his teenage years and early adulthood to focus on building his business-- and why he has zero regrets about it.


    We dive into his upcoming speaking engagements, including a major conference in Dubai alongside speakers like Iman Gadzhi, followed by a visit to Nepal for an intimate talk session. Splash speaks deeply about hope, resilience, and how believing in yourself can completely turn your life around. From his favourite podcasters to his thoughts on Elon Musk and why he's such an inspirational and controversial figure, this episode covers a wide range of insightful and thought-provoking topics.


    Towards the end, we discuss whether "network equals net worth," his future ventures, and his vision to give back to the community. Splash shares his plans to uplift Nepalese students, entrepreneurs, and business-minded individuals by creating more opportunities and connections. This episode is packed with motivation, real-life lessons, and powerful gems for anyone trying to build something meaningful from the ground up.

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Ep: 015 w/ Ayux Music
    Dec 26 2025

    In this episode, we sat down with @AYUX_MUSIC , a Nepali rapper navigating student life in Canada while chasing music with no shortcuts. From performing back in Nepal to restarting everything in Toronto, Ayux [https://www.instagram.com/ayux.music/] opens up about the grind -- figuring out the Canadian education system with no proper guidance, balancing school, work, and studio time, and learning how the industry really works on this side. We talked about living in Mississauga/Brampton area, sharing space and culture with Punjabi communities, adapting to a new environment, and the realities of dealing with event organizers as an independent artist. This is an honest conversation about culture shock, hustle, mistakes, and growth -- what it actually looks like when an artist moves countries with a dream and no roadmap. If you're an international student, an artist, or someone trying to build something from scratch in Canada, this one will hit close to home.Follow us on instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/knowyourselfpodcast_]

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    53 mins
  • Ep: 014 w/ MadhesiBeats
    Dec 7 2025

    In this episode, we sat down with Birendra Keshari [https://www.instagram.com/madhesibeats], aka ⁨@MadhesiBeats⁩ - a music producer and software engineer based in Kitchener, Ontario. We shot this one in Waterloo and went deep into his journey of coming to Canada, balancing tech and music, and slowly building his name in both the Maithili rap scene and the NepHop scene.

    We talked about his rise working with major artists like Vyoma [https://www.instagram.com/vyoma.vyoma], DK Sagar [https://www.instagram.com/dksagarofficial], and Nawaj Ansari [https://www.instagram.com/nawaj.ansari]. He also breaks down the story behind "Jan Chetna" with DK Sagar and how it exploded across social media. We get into his upcoming projects, and what he's cooking behind the scenes and how Canadian-based Nepali artists are heating up the music scene and pushing the culture forward.

    A real conversation about hustle, creativity and finding your lane in a new country. Tap in and get to know the producer behind some of the biggest sounds in NepHop.

    Special thanks to ⁨@SonamtheNomad⁩ [https://www.instagram.com/sonam_the_nomad] for shooting this episode.

    Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/knowyourselfpodcast_]

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Ep: 013 w/ Tashi Dorjee
    Nov 16 2025

    In this episode, we sat down with [https://www.instagram.com/tashi_dorjee/], for a wide-ranging conversation about life in Canada, the current political climate in Nepal, and the vision behind the new venture of Mantra Toronto. We jumped into rapid-fire questions, talk fitness, personal growth and share honest takes on navigating cultures. A chill, insightful and inspiring conversation you won't want to miss.

    Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/knowyourselfpodcast_]

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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Ep: 012 w/ Tenzin Dharpo
    Oct 13 2025

    This episode is brought to you by ‪@kramshaProduction‬ [https://www.instagram.com/kramasha_production/]In this episode, we sat down with Tenzin Dharpo [https://www.instagram.com/tenzindharpo/], the master chef and visionary behind Himalayan Kitchen and Momotogo. He shares his inspiring journey - from his early struggles and scarifies he had made to becoming a successful entrepreneur with nearly 12 restaurant locations. We talk about how Tenzin, his brother, sister and family started small, how saving money in the early days shaped his future, and how together they're now taking the business global. If you're passionate about business, food, or chasing big dreams, this episode is a must watch. Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/podrelated/] for more inspiring episodes and updates!

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Ep: 011 w/ Sonam Galtso Sherpa
    Jun 2 2025

    This episode is brought to you by @KramashaProduction [https://www.instagram.com/kramasha_production]


    In this episode, we sat down with @sonamsherpa8250 , a former contestant on the Voice of Nepal, to talk about his journey from the stage to starting over in Canada. He shares what it was like performing on the show, the songs he sang, and how he handled his elimination. Now working as a full-time chef, Sonam[https://www.instagram.com/galtso] opens up about the struggle to find time for music while trying to build a stable life abroad. He also expresses the challenges of navigating Canada's permanent residence system and what it means for artists like him trying to chase their dreams in a new country.


    Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/podrelated] for more inspiring episodes and updates!

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    1 hr and 20 mins