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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Leaders Creating Rukus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/leaders-creating-rukus--6403963</link><description><![CDATA[Welcome to "Leaders Creating Rukus" hosted by Aashi Arora. Here we dive into the minds of innovators, disruptors, and change makers who aren't afraid to shake things up. Tune in as we converse with leaders who are challenging the status quo and making waves in their industry. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and even a little uncomfortable as we explore what it takes to create a positive "rukus" in today’s world.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6403963/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Business</category><copyright>© RUKUS AVENUE RADIO 2024</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg</url><title>Leaders Creating Rukus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/leaders-creating-rukus--6403963</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:02:00 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Rukus Avenue Radio</itunes:name><itunes:email>feeds@spreaker.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Welcome to "Leaders Creating Rukus" hosted by Aashi Arora. Here we dive into the minds of innovators, disruptors, and change makers who aren't afraid to shake things up. Tune in as we converse with leaders who are challenging the status quo and making...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to "Leaders Creating Rukus" hosted by Aashi Arora. Here we dive into the minds of innovators, disruptors, and change makers who aren't afraid to shake things up. Tune in as we converse with leaders who are challenging the status quo and making waves in their industry. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and even a little uncomfortable as we explore what it takes to create a positive "rukus" in today’s world.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Business"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>People-First Leadership with Ivan Gonzalez</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/people-first-leadership-with-ivan-gonzalez--73225672</link><description><![CDATA[Many business owners put profits first to survive, but long-term enterprise growth requires shifting your focus entirely toward your people and the quality of your product. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome award-winning director and entrepreneur Ivan Gonzalez. Drawing on over 26 years of grueling, boots-on-the-ground film industry experience, Ivan grew from an ambitious production assistant to the owner of IG1 Communications. Tune in to hear how Ivan moved his business from a lean, overhead-free startup in a baby bedroom into a full-fledged Orange County agency with 12 full-time employees and 5 non-stop edit bays.<br /><br />In this episode, we’ll talk about: <br /><br />🔸 Why "good enough is never good enough" must be your team's daily guiding principle<br />🔸 How to act as a general contractor and leverage a deep professional network<br />🔸 Shifting priorities from short-term profit to building a people-first workplace culturesIvan’s journey in the arts and film industry is rooted in a lifetime of creative exposure, starting with his childhood in Mexico City and Guadalajara, where his father worked as a motivational trainer.<br /><br />After moving to California, Ivan honed his technical craft through the film programs at Orange Coast College and the LA Film School. Before launching his own venture, he spent decades on major commercial sets, moving up the ranks to produce national TV spots and infomercials. Today his company, IG1 Communications, is known across Orange County for delivering award-winning corporate and marketing videos that compete head-to-head with six-figure agency productions.<b><br /><br /></b>Connect with Ivan:<br /><br />Instagram: @ig1comLinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbpictures/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbpictures/</a><br />Website: <a href="http://www.ig1communications.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.ig1communications.com</a>Contact: ivan@ig1communicaitons.com]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73225672</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73225672/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_82_ivan_gonzales.mp3" length="101870656" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6d0df09c-292c-4b55-9e1f-8602afb6efbb/6d0df09c-292c-4b55-9e1f-8602afb6efbb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6d0df09c-292c-4b55-9e1f-8602afb6efbb/6d0df09c-292c-4b55-9e1f-8602afb6efbb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6d0df09c-292c-4b55-9e1f-8602afb6efbb/6d0df09c-292c-4b55-9e1f-8602afb6efbb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Many business owners put profits first to survive, but long-term enterprise growth requires shifting your focus entirely toward your people and the quality of your product. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome award-winning director...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Many business owners put profits first to survive, but long-term enterprise growth requires shifting your focus entirely toward your people and the quality of your product. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome award-winning director and entrepreneur Ivan Gonzalez. Drawing on over 26 years of grueling, boots-on-the-ground film industry experience, Ivan grew from an ambitious production assistant to the owner of IG1 Communications. Tune in to hear how Ivan moved his business from a lean, overhead-free startup in a baby bedroom into a full-fledged Orange County agency with 12 full-time employees and 5 non-stop edit bays.<br /><br />In this episode, we’ll talk about: <br /><br />🔸 Why "good enough is never good enough" must be your team's daily guiding principle<br />🔸 How to act as a general contractor and leverage a deep professional network<br />🔸 Shifting priorities from short-term profit to building a people-first workplace culturesIvan’s journey in the arts and film industry is rooted in a lifetime of creative exposure, starting with his childhood in Mexico City and Guadalajara, where his father worked as a motivational trainer.<br /><br />After moving to California, Ivan honed his technical craft through the film programs at Orange Coast College and the LA Film School. Before launching his own venture, he spent decades on major commercial sets, moving up the ranks to produce national TV spots and infomercials. Today his company, IG1 Communications, is known across Orange County for delivering award-winning corporate and marketing videos that compete head-to-head with six-figure agency productions.<b><br /><br /></b>Connect with Ivan:<br /><br />Instagram: @ig1comLinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbpictures/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbpictures/</a><br />Website: <a href="http://www.ig1communications.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.ig1communications.com</a>Contact: ivan@ig1communicaitons.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2547</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>82</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>From High-Stakes Cardiology to AI-Driven Healthcare Quality with Dr. Saurabh Gupta</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-high-stakes-cardiology-to-ai-driven-healthcare-quality-with-dr-saurabh-gupta--73129113</link><description><![CDATA[Most AI tools are built for general consumers, but very few are sophisticated enough to handle the massive, messy reality of enterprise healthcare data.This Sunday at 4 PM PST on Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome cardiologist and entrepreneur Dr. Saurabh Gupta. With decades of leadership experience at OHSU and the Oregon Medical Board, Dr. Gupta is tackling the fractured healthcare data head-on. <br /><br />Tune in to hear how his company, CorMetrix, is using VerixAi to bridge the complex gap between massive medical records and legal/risk management analysis.In this episode, we'll talk about:<br /><br />🔸 Balancing standardization and innovation in healthcare <br />🔸 Why the massive cost and nuances of enterprise AI are a wake-up call for health systems<br />🔸 Acknowledging what you don't know and building the right team<br /><br />Dr. Gupta's journey to expanding his impact beyond the clinic began with medical training at Columbia University, followed by cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowships at the University of Utah. A former faculty member at Oregon Health &amp; Science University (OHSU), he served as Program Director for the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship and helped launch one of the first structural and valvular heart disease programs on the West Coast. Today, he channels that same leadership as the Chief of Cardiology for St. Charles Health System and a Professor of Medicine at Washington State University. He's also a member of the Board of Governors for the American College of Cardiology (2022–2025), building on his previous service with the Oregon Medical Board.<br /><br />Connect with Dr. Gupta:<br /><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cormetrix/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/cormetrix/</a></li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorMetrix</li><li>Website:<a href="https://coretrix.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://coretrix.com/</a></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73129113</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:07:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73129113/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_81_saurabh_gupta.mp3" length="107641216" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/91ddacb5-77da-41d8-bb93-c9c1f5a6da8e/91ddacb5-77da-41d8-bb93-c9c1f5a6da8e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/91ddacb5-77da-41d8-bb93-c9c1f5a6da8e/91ddacb5-77da-41d8-bb93-c9c1f5a6da8e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/91ddacb5-77da-41d8-bb93-c9c1f5a6da8e/91ddacb5-77da-41d8-bb93-c9c1f5a6da8e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Most AI tools are built for general consumers, but very few are sophisticated enough to handle the massive, messy reality of enterprise healthcare data.This Sunday at 4 PM PST on Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome cardiologist and entrepreneur Dr....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Most AI tools are built for general consumers, but very few are sophisticated enough to handle the massive, messy reality of enterprise healthcare data.This Sunday at 4 PM PST on Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome cardiologist and entrepreneur Dr. Saurabh Gupta. With decades of leadership experience at OHSU and the Oregon Medical Board, Dr. Gupta is tackling the fractured healthcare data head-on. <br /><br />Tune in to hear how his company, CorMetrix, is using VerixAi to bridge the complex gap between massive medical records and legal/risk management analysis.In this episode, we'll talk about:<br /><br />🔸 Balancing standardization and innovation in healthcare <br />🔸 Why the massive cost and nuances of enterprise AI are a wake-up call for health systems<br />🔸 Acknowledging what you don't know and building the right team<br /><br />Dr. Gupta's journey to expanding his impact beyond the clinic began with medical training at Columbia University, followed by cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowships at the University of Utah. A former faculty member at Oregon Health &amp; Science University (OHSU), he served as Program Director for the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship and helped launch one of the first structural and valvular heart disease programs on the West Coast. Today, he channels that same leadership as the Chief of Cardiology for St. Charles Health System and a Professor of Medicine at Washington State University. He's also a member of the Board of Governors for the American College of Cardiology (2022–2025), building on his previous service with the Oregon Medical Board.<br /><br />Connect with Dr. Gupta:<br /><ul><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cormetrix/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/cormetrix/</a></li><li>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorMetrix</li><li>Website:<a href="https://coretrix.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://coretrix.com/</a></li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2691</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>81</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>AI, Finance, and Career Insights with Joe Lessard</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-finance-and-career-insights-with-joe-lessard--73033189</link><description><![CDATA[Most accountants are trained to look backward at your numbers, but very few are taught how to look forward at your business.<br /><br /><br />This episode on Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome Joe Lessard, a CPA and specialized healthcare consultant. He is one of the financial world's most refreshing voices, working at the intersection of operational strategy, medical practice growth, and relational business. With years of experience guiding doctors, dentists, and veterinarians, Joe has had a front-row seat to exactly where standard accounting fails busy clinical professionals. Having cut his teeth in the high-stakes customer service culture of Nordstrom, he realized that what modern medical practices need isn't another desk-bound "pencil pusher," but a proactive strategist.In this episode, we’ll talk about: <br /><br />🔸 Shifting the paradigm from reactive accounting to proactive consulting <br />🔸 Why the massive CPA shortage is a wake-up call for the industry <br />🔸 Overcoming introversion and mastering the art of relationship-driven networkingAs a dedicated father of four and an Elmhurst University alumnus, Joe is a leader who prioritizes collaboration over distance, working side-by-side with his clients to drive growth. He is a recipient of the Don Sveen Award in Accounting and an active member of the National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants (NSCHBC), combining deep professional expertise with a steadfast commitment to ethics, comprehensive practice management, and exceptional customer service.<br /><br /><br />You can find him across through the following platforms<br />LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/TheDoctorsCPA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.linkedin.com/in/TheDoctorsCPA<br /></a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheDoctorsCPA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/TheDoctorsCPA<br /></a>Instagram: @TheDoctorsCPA<br />Website: <a href="https://pbminc.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://pbminc.net/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73033189</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:23:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73033189/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_80_joe_lessard.mp3" length="107580736" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2692f393-bf9a-4735-9efe-013224a8c816/2692f393-bf9a-4735-9efe-013224a8c816.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2692f393-bf9a-4735-9efe-013224a8c816/2692f393-bf9a-4735-9efe-013224a8c816.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2692f393-bf9a-4735-9efe-013224a8c816/2692f393-bf9a-4735-9efe-013224a8c816.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Most accountants are trained to look backward at your numbers, but very few are taught how to look forward at your business.


This episode on Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome Joe Lessard, a CPA and specialized healthcare consultant. He is one of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Most accountants are trained to look backward at your numbers, but very few are taught how to look forward at your business.<br /><br /><br />This episode on Leaders Creating Rukus, we welcome Joe Lessard, a CPA and specialized healthcare consultant. He is one of the financial world's most refreshing voices, working at the intersection of operational strategy, medical practice growth, and relational business. With years of experience guiding doctors, dentists, and veterinarians, Joe has had a front-row seat to exactly where standard accounting fails busy clinical professionals. Having cut his teeth in the high-stakes customer service culture of Nordstrom, he realized that what modern medical practices need isn't another desk-bound "pencil pusher," but a proactive strategist.In this episode, we’ll talk about: <br /><br />🔸 Shifting the paradigm from reactive accounting to proactive consulting <br />🔸 Why the massive CPA shortage is a wake-up call for the industry <br />🔸 Overcoming introversion and mastering the art of relationship-driven networkingAs a dedicated father of four and an Elmhurst University alumnus, Joe is a leader who prioritizes collaboration over distance, working side-by-side with his clients to drive growth. He is a recipient of the Don Sveen Award in Accounting and an active member of the National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants (NSCHBC), combining deep professional expertise with a steadfast commitment to ethics, comprehensive practice management, and exceptional customer service.<br /><br /><br />You can find him across through the following platforms<br />LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/TheDoctorsCPA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.linkedin.com/in/TheDoctorsCPA<br /></a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheDoctorsCPA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/TheDoctorsCPA<br /></a>Instagram: @TheDoctorsCPA<br />Website: <a href="https://pbminc.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://pbminc.net/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2690</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>80</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Health Gap Nobody Talks About with Vasanta Pundarika</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-health-gap-nobody-talks-about-with-vasanta-pundarika--72841375</link><description><![CDATA[Women live longer than men but they spend 25% more of their lives in poor health.<br /><br />This realization made Vasanta launch a movement.<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we welcome Vasanta Pundarika, CEO &amp; Founder of Lotuspring. She is one of healthcare's most distinctive voices working at the messy intersection of women's health, behavioral health, and business strategy.<br /><br />With nearly two decades as a healthcare investment banker, advising on deals from startups to multi-billion-dollar companies, Vasanta had a front-row seat to exactly where the system was failing women. So, she left banking to fix it.<br /><br />On this episode we’ll talk about:<br /><ul><li> The decades of underfunding and underdiagnosing in women’s health</li><li> South Asian behavioral health stigma</li><li> Bridging the gap between an uncompromising clinical mission and sustainable business growth.</li></ul>Vasanta is a board member, keynote speaker, Princeton alumna, and the kind of leader who does not observe from a distance but positions herself at the center of the work where the hardest problems actually live.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72841375</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72841375/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_79_vasanta_pundarika.mp3" length="112126336" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/47375240-c7bd-43ad-863e-52a9eeb98a30/47375240-c7bd-43ad-863e-52a9eeb98a30.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/47375240-c7bd-43ad-863e-52a9eeb98a30/47375240-c7bd-43ad-863e-52a9eeb98a30.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/47375240-c7bd-43ad-863e-52a9eeb98a30/47375240-c7bd-43ad-863e-52a9eeb98a30.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Women live longer than men but they spend 25% more of their lives in poor health.

This realization made Vasanta launch a movement.

In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we welcome Vasanta Pundarika, CEO &amp;amp; Founder of Lotuspring. She is one of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Women live longer than men but they spend 25% more of their lives in poor health.<br /><br />This realization made Vasanta launch a movement.<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we welcome Vasanta Pundarika, CEO &amp; Founder of Lotuspring. She is one of healthcare's most distinctive voices working at the messy intersection of women's health, behavioral health, and business strategy.<br /><br />With nearly two decades as a healthcare investment banker, advising on deals from startups to multi-billion-dollar companies, Vasanta had a front-row seat to exactly where the system was failing women. So, she left banking to fix it.<br /><br />On this episode we’ll talk about:<br /><ul><li> The decades of underfunding and underdiagnosing in women’s health</li><li> South Asian behavioral health stigma</li><li> Bridging the gap between an uncompromising clinical mission and sustainable business growth.</li></ul>Vasanta is a board member, keynote speaker, Princeton alumna, and the kind of leader who does not observe from a distance but positions herself at the center of the work where the hardest problems actually live.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2804</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>79</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sheik Ali</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheik-ali--72692452</link><description><![CDATA[What if building your career meant amplifying who you already are instead of starting over from scratch? In this episode, we’re revisiting one of our favorite conversations on Leaders Creating Rukus with keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and LinkedIn authority Sheikh C. Ali. A former medical student who pivoted away from a traditional path, Sheikh is now the Founder and CEO of SC Medical Media, where he helps clinicians and healthcare executives transform their LinkedIn presence from boring to beaming. For the past two years, he has gone all in on LinkedIn, leveraging its dominance in the B2B space to help leaders build authority, attract high-level opportunities, and land speaking engagements through authentic personal branding. But his journey was not linear.<br /><br />In this episode, Sheikh opens up about what it really means to pivot with purpose and how storytelling, community, and clarity can turn a platform into a powerful career asset.In this conversation, we dive into:<br /><br />🔸 Why he walked away from medicine and leaned into entrepreneurship<br />🔸 How clinicians and executives can build real authority, not just impressions, on LinkedIn<br />🔸 The difference between visibility and impact in 2026<br />🔸 Why networking is a lifelong skill, not a last-minute scramble<br />🔸 And how personality, values, and voice are the real differentiators in the age of AI<br /><br />💬 “Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room, and LinkedIn gives you a way to shape that story intentionally.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72692452</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72692452/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_78_sheik_ali.mp3" length="118558336" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c1e50aa4-4489-404f-8e67-780357483426/c1e50aa4-4489-404f-8e67-780357483426.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c1e50aa4-4489-404f-8e67-780357483426/c1e50aa4-4489-404f-8e67-780357483426.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c1e50aa4-4489-404f-8e67-780357483426/c1e50aa4-4489-404f-8e67-780357483426.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if building your career meant amplifying who you already are instead of starting over from scratch? In this episode, we’re revisiting one of our favorite conversations on Leaders Creating Rukus with keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and LinkedIn...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if building your career meant amplifying who you already are instead of starting over from scratch? In this episode, we’re revisiting one of our favorite conversations on Leaders Creating Rukus with keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and LinkedIn authority Sheikh C. Ali. A former medical student who pivoted away from a traditional path, Sheikh is now the Founder and CEO of SC Medical Media, where he helps clinicians and healthcare executives transform their LinkedIn presence from boring to beaming. For the past two years, he has gone all in on LinkedIn, leveraging its dominance in the B2B space to help leaders build authority, attract high-level opportunities, and land speaking engagements through authentic personal branding. But his journey was not linear.<br /><br />In this episode, Sheikh opens up about what it really means to pivot with purpose and how storytelling, community, and clarity can turn a platform into a powerful career asset.In this conversation, we dive into:<br /><br />🔸 Why he walked away from medicine and leaned into entrepreneurship<br />🔸 How clinicians and executives can build real authority, not just impressions, on LinkedIn<br />🔸 The difference between visibility and impact in 2026<br />🔸 Why networking is a lifelong skill, not a last-minute scramble<br />🔸 And how personality, values, and voice are the real differentiators in the age of AI<br /><br />💬 “Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room, and LinkedIn gives you a way to shape that story intentionally.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2964</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>78</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Matthew Emerzian</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/matthew-emerzian--72612240</link><description><![CDATA[He had the dream job. The music industry. Celebrity clients. VIP events. Success by every traditional measure.Then at 31, while tying his shoes on a Monday morning, Matthew Emerzian thought he was having a heart attack.It wasn't a heart attack. It was the beginning of a battle with severe anxiety, depression, and a life-changing realization: everything he thought mattered didn't. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Matthew Emerzian, 4x best-selling author, keynote speaker, and Founder &amp; CEO of Every Monday Matters, a movement helping millions of students, educators, employees, and seniors rediscover why they matter.From managing bands and working with some of the biggest names in music to building a global mission around belonging, purpose, and mental health, Matthew shares the journey that transformed his life and inspired his newest book, Make It Matter.<br /><br />In this episode, Matthew opens up about:<br />🔸 Why achievement and success don't always create fulfillment<br />🔸 The surprising lesson his therapist taught him that changed everything<br />🔸 How helping others helped him find himself again<br />🔸 The power of mattering, to yourself, to others, and to the world<br />🔸 Why meaningful human connection may be the answer we're all searching for<br /><br />If you've ever questioned your purpose, struggled with burnout, or wondered what truly makes a meaningful life, this conversation is for you.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72612240</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:07:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72612240/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_77_matthew_emerzian.mp3" length="115095616" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/681510c6-9d5a-4a73-b2c7-c00c1a3158dd/681510c6-9d5a-4a73-b2c7-c00c1a3158dd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/681510c6-9d5a-4a73-b2c7-c00c1a3158dd/681510c6-9d5a-4a73-b2c7-c00c1a3158dd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/681510c6-9d5a-4a73-b2c7-c00c1a3158dd/681510c6-9d5a-4a73-b2c7-c00c1a3158dd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>He had the dream job. The music industry. Celebrity clients. VIP events. Success by every traditional measure.Then at 31, while tying his shoes on a Monday morning, Matthew Emerzian thought he was having a heart attack.It wasn't a heart attack. It was...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[He had the dream job. The music industry. Celebrity clients. VIP events. Success by every traditional measure.Then at 31, while tying his shoes on a Monday morning, Matthew Emerzian thought he was having a heart attack.It wasn't a heart attack. It was the beginning of a battle with severe anxiety, depression, and a life-changing realization: everything he thought mattered didn't. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Matthew Emerzian, 4x best-selling author, keynote speaker, and Founder &amp; CEO of Every Monday Matters, a movement helping millions of students, educators, employees, and seniors rediscover why they matter.From managing bands and working with some of the biggest names in music to building a global mission around belonging, purpose, and mental health, Matthew shares the journey that transformed his life and inspired his newest book, Make It Matter.<br /><br />In this episode, Matthew opens up about:<br />🔸 Why achievement and success don't always create fulfillment<br />🔸 The surprising lesson his therapist taught him that changed everything<br />🔸 How helping others helped him find himself again<br />🔸 The power of mattering, to yourself, to others, and to the world<br />🔸 Why meaningful human connection may be the answer we're all searching for<br /><br />If you've ever questioned your purpose, struggled with burnout, or wondered what truly makes a meaningful life, this conversation is for you.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2878</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>77</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Leilani Quiray</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/leilani-quiray--72337709</link><description><![CDATA[She built an HR company that leads with compassion instead of corporate scripts. Traveled the country alone during the pandemic to rebuild her life from the inside out. And turned her own healing journey into a mission to create workplaces that are both human and impactful. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with LeiLani Quiray, founder and CEO of be the change HR, social entrepreneur, speaker, and conscious leader redefining what leadership can look like.What started as a payroll job as a teenager became an eight-year HR company helping small businesses build healthier workplaces while dedicating part of its mission to supporting survivors of trafficking and people rebuilding their lives. But behind the business growth was another story. One of addiction recovery, radical self-awareness, and choosing peace over performance. In this episode, Leilani opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why company culture exists whether you define it or not<br />🔸 The life-changing road trip that forced her to confront what she was masking<br />🔸 Building a business rooted in care, accountability, and conscious capitalism<br />🔸 What leaders lose when they numb instead of feel<br />🔸 How vulnerability became her greatest leadership strength<br /><br />From scaling a business to living out of a Mazda Miata during COVID, LeiLani’s story is a reminder that leadership is not about perfection. It is about honesty, evolution, and having the courage to become someone new.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72337709</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:23:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72337709/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_76_leilani_quiray.mp3" length="118638016" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b8235ee2-ef03-403e-871a-f859a80274c0/b8235ee2-ef03-403e-871a-f859a80274c0.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b8235ee2-ef03-403e-871a-f859a80274c0/b8235ee2-ef03-403e-871a-f859a80274c0.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b8235ee2-ef03-403e-871a-f859a80274c0/b8235ee2-ef03-403e-871a-f859a80274c0.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>She built an HR company that leads with compassion instead of corporate scripts. Traveled the country alone during the pandemic to rebuild her life from the inside out. And turned her own healing journey into a mission to create workplaces that are...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[She built an HR company that leads with compassion instead of corporate scripts. Traveled the country alone during the pandemic to rebuild her life from the inside out. And turned her own healing journey into a mission to create workplaces that are both human and impactful. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with LeiLani Quiray, founder and CEO of be the change HR, social entrepreneur, speaker, and conscious leader redefining what leadership can look like.What started as a payroll job as a teenager became an eight-year HR company helping small businesses build healthier workplaces while dedicating part of its mission to supporting survivors of trafficking and people rebuilding their lives. But behind the business growth was another story. One of addiction recovery, radical self-awareness, and choosing peace over performance. In this episode, Leilani opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why company culture exists whether you define it or not<br />🔸 The life-changing road trip that forced her to confront what she was masking<br />🔸 Building a business rooted in care, accountability, and conscious capitalism<br />🔸 What leaders lose when they numb instead of feel<br />🔸 How vulnerability became her greatest leadership strength<br /><br />From scaling a business to living out of a Mazda Miata during COVID, LeiLani’s story is a reminder that leadership is not about perfection. It is about honesty, evolution, and having the courage to become someone new.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2966</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>76</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ashar Ahmed</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ashar-ahmed--72220564</link><description><![CDATA[Ashar Ahmed has spent more than two decades navigating high-stakes litigation, business disputes, and complex legal battles, but behind the courtroom success is a story built on grit, reinvention, and relentless growth. Born and raised in Karachi, Pakistan, Ashar came to the U.S. in 1991 to study engineering at Purdue University. After realizing engineering was not his path, he pivoted to business and accounting, graduating summa cum laude before launching his career at KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers as a CPA and auditor. But Ashar knew he was meant to advocate, not just analyze numbers. He transitioned into law despite the challenges of navigating legal writing and litigation as a non-native English speaker. Through discipline, humility, and relentless hard work, he eventually became a partner at a national law firm before co-founding his own successful litigation practice. Today, Ashar represents companies and individuals in complex litigation involving financial fraud, corporate governance, trade secrets, consumer fraud, intellectual property, real estate disputes, and employment matters.<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Ashar opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why embracing your weaknesses is the first step toward growth<br />🔸 Building a business through delegation, trust, and mindset<br />🔸 The grit required to succeed as an immigrant and entrepreneur<br />🔸 Why working “on” the business matters more than doing everything yourselfFrom immigrant student to law firm founder, Ashar’s journey is a powerful reminder that resilience and consistent effort can transform limitations into strengths.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72220564</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 05:55:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72220564/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_75_ashar_ahmed.mp3" length="125403136" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ff7c12e5-e9ce-4bd3-9e31-a57ee92b4073/ff7c12e5-e9ce-4bd3-9e31-a57ee92b4073.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ff7c12e5-e9ce-4bd3-9e31-a57ee92b4073/ff7c12e5-e9ce-4bd3-9e31-a57ee92b4073.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ff7c12e5-e9ce-4bd3-9e31-a57ee92b4073/ff7c12e5-e9ce-4bd3-9e31-a57ee92b4073.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ashar Ahmed has spent more than two decades navigating high-stakes litigation, business disputes, and complex legal battles, but behind the courtroom success is a story built on grit, reinvention, and relentless growth. Born and raised in Karachi,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ashar Ahmed has spent more than two decades navigating high-stakes litigation, business disputes, and complex legal battles, but behind the courtroom success is a story built on grit, reinvention, and relentless growth. Born and raised in Karachi, Pakistan, Ashar came to the U.S. in 1991 to study engineering at Purdue University. After realizing engineering was not his path, he pivoted to business and accounting, graduating summa cum laude before launching his career at KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers as a CPA and auditor. But Ashar knew he was meant to advocate, not just analyze numbers. He transitioned into law despite the challenges of navigating legal writing and litigation as a non-native English speaker. Through discipline, humility, and relentless hard work, he eventually became a partner at a national law firm before co-founding his own successful litigation practice. Today, Ashar represents companies and individuals in complex litigation involving financial fraud, corporate governance, trade secrets, consumer fraud, intellectual property, real estate disputes, and employment matters.<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Ashar opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why embracing your weaknesses is the first step toward growth<br />🔸 Building a business through delegation, trust, and mindset<br />🔸 The grit required to succeed as an immigrant and entrepreneur<br />🔸 Why working “on” the business matters more than doing everything yourselfFrom immigrant student to law firm founder, Ashar’s journey is a powerful reminder that resilience and consistent effort can transform limitations into strengths.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3135</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>75</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Michael Trust</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/michael-trust--72069613</link><description><![CDATA[Michael Trust spent more than 35 years navigating the realities of workplace leadership before becoming a California employment attorney. Today, he brings both worlds together, helping businesses and employees solve complex workplace challenges with a rare blend of legal expertise and real world HR insight.<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Michael Trust, Esq., employment attorney, former HR executive, and trusted advisor on workplace culture, leadership, and conflict resolution.Before law school, Michael built a decades long career leading Human Resources and business operations across industries including healthcare, higher education, and real estate. After seeing firsthand how workplace issues escalate when people and culture are overlooked, he made the bold decision later in life to attend law school and become an employment attorney, combining practical business experience with legal strategy to help organizations build healthier, stronger workplaces.In this episode, <br /><br />Michael opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why most companies wait too long to prioritize HR and culture<br />🔸 The hidden cost of poor leadership and unresolved workplace conflict<br />🔸 What business owners misunderstand most about employment law<br />🔸 Why emotional intelligence matters in leadership and HR<br />🔸 The growing ethical risks of using AI in hiring, performance, and workplace decisions<br />🔸 How proactive leadership can prevent costly legal and cultural breakdownsFrom navigating conflict to redefining what strong workplace culture actually looks like, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for leaders, founders, HR professionals, and anyone building teams in today’s rapidly changing world.<br /><br />If you lead people, manage teams, or want to create a healthier workplace culture, this episode is for you.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72069613</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72069613/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_74_michael_trust.mp3" length="110655616" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ca47ae09-e0df-448b-95be-36a923dac3a5/ca47ae09-e0df-448b-95be-36a923dac3a5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ca47ae09-e0df-448b-95be-36a923dac3a5/ca47ae09-e0df-448b-95be-36a923dac3a5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ca47ae09-e0df-448b-95be-36a923dac3a5/ca47ae09-e0df-448b-95be-36a923dac3a5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Michael Trust spent more than 35 years navigating the realities of workplace leadership before becoming a California employment attorney. Today, he brings both worlds together, helping businesses and employees solve complex workplace challenges with a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Michael Trust spent more than 35 years navigating the realities of workplace leadership before becoming a California employment attorney. Today, he brings both worlds together, helping businesses and employees solve complex workplace challenges with a rare blend of legal expertise and real world HR insight.<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Michael Trust, Esq., employment attorney, former HR executive, and trusted advisor on workplace culture, leadership, and conflict resolution.Before law school, Michael built a decades long career leading Human Resources and business operations across industries including healthcare, higher education, and real estate. After seeing firsthand how workplace issues escalate when people and culture are overlooked, he made the bold decision later in life to attend law school and become an employment attorney, combining practical business experience with legal strategy to help organizations build healthier, stronger workplaces.In this episode, <br /><br />Michael opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why most companies wait too long to prioritize HR and culture<br />🔸 The hidden cost of poor leadership and unresolved workplace conflict<br />🔸 What business owners misunderstand most about employment law<br />🔸 Why emotional intelligence matters in leadership and HR<br />🔸 The growing ethical risks of using AI in hiring, performance, and workplace decisions<br />🔸 How proactive leadership can prevent costly legal and cultural breakdownsFrom navigating conflict to redefining what strong workplace culture actually looks like, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for leaders, founders, HR professionals, and anyone building teams in today’s rapidly changing world.<br /><br />If you lead people, manage teams, or want to create a healthier workplace culture, this episode is for you.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2767</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>74</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Arun Chervu</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/arun-chervu--71884241</link><description><![CDATA[He trained at Princeton University, earned his M.D. from Weill Cornell Medical College, and built a decades-long career as a leading vascular surgeon. But behind the titles, accolades, and leadership roles is a story shaped by loss, reinvention, and an evolving definition of purpose. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Dr. Arun Chervu, surgeon, systems thinker, and now a voice on what it really means to “retire” without stepping away from impact.After 30+ years in practice, scaling a vascular surgery group from 4 to 13 physicians and leading service-line development across major health systems, Arun made a bold shift, not because he had to, but because something no longer felt aligned.<br /><br />In this episode, Arun opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why losing passion can be a signal, not a failure, to evolve<br />🔸 The hidden cost of “shift mentality” in modern leadership and care<br />🔸 How expectations, of yourself and others, can both drive excellence and create friction<br />🔸 Redefining retirement as reinvention, not withdrawal<br />🔸 What it means to lead with discipline, clarity, and humanity across decades<br /><br />From personal tragedy early in life to raising a family, building a respected medical career, and now stepping into advisory, consulting, and teaching roles, Arun’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, responsibility, and recalibration.<br /><br />If you’ve ever questioned what’s next, even when things look successful on paper, this conversation will stay with you.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71884241</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 04:50:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71884241/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_73_arun_chervu.mp3" length="115201216" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a6de98b0-7689-472e-aa23-03f1790cda70/a6de98b0-7689-472e-aa23-03f1790cda70.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a6de98b0-7689-472e-aa23-03f1790cda70/a6de98b0-7689-472e-aa23-03f1790cda70.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a6de98b0-7689-472e-aa23-03f1790cda70/a6de98b0-7689-472e-aa23-03f1790cda70.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>He trained at Princeton University, earned his M.D. from Weill Cornell Medical College, and built a decades-long career as a leading vascular surgeon. But behind the titles, accolades, and leadership roles is a story shaped by loss, reinvention, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[He trained at Princeton University, earned his M.D. from Weill Cornell Medical College, and built a decades-long career as a leading vascular surgeon. But behind the titles, accolades, and leadership roles is a story shaped by loss, reinvention, and an evolving definition of purpose. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Dr. Arun Chervu, surgeon, systems thinker, and now a voice on what it really means to “retire” without stepping away from impact.After 30+ years in practice, scaling a vascular surgery group from 4 to 13 physicians and leading service-line development across major health systems, Arun made a bold shift, not because he had to, but because something no longer felt aligned.<br /><br />In this episode, Arun opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why losing passion can be a signal, not a failure, to evolve<br />🔸 The hidden cost of “shift mentality” in modern leadership and care<br />🔸 How expectations, of yourself and others, can both drive excellence and create friction<br />🔸 Redefining retirement as reinvention, not withdrawal<br />🔸 What it means to lead with discipline, clarity, and humanity across decades<br /><br />From personal tragedy early in life to raising a family, building a respected medical career, and now stepping into advisory, consulting, and teaching roles, Arun’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, responsibility, and recalibration.<br /><br />If you’ve ever questioned what’s next, even when things look successful on paper, this conversation will stay with you.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2880</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>73</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mridu Parikh</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mridu-parikh--71884077</link><description><![CDATA[She left a fast-paced corporate career. Moved cities with a newborn. Started multiple businesses that didn’t work before finding the one that did. And somewhere in the middle of all that, Mridu Parikh realized… being busy all day doesn’t mean you’re actually productive. If you missed Sunday’s Leaders Creating Rukus, go find this one. It is practical, honest, and surprisingly freeing.<br /><br />Five things that will stay with me:<br /><br />🔸 Productivity is a feeling, not a checklist. You can finish 20 tasks and still feel unaccomplished, or complete 2 meaningful ones and feel truly successful.<br />🔸 Start your day with intention, not reaction. Asking “What will make me feel successful tonight?” changes everything about how you prioritize.<br />🔸 There is no perfect system. The best tool is simply the one you will actually use consistently.<br />🔸 If everything stays in your head, it creates stress. Getting it out, even if it feels overwhelming at first, creates clarity and space to think.<br />🔸 Just because you are good at something doesn’t mean you should keep doing it. Growth often requires letting go of what feels comfortable.If you have ever felt scattered, overwhelmed, or stuck in the cycle of doing more but feeling less, this episode will hit home.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71884077</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 04:20:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71884077/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_72_mridu_parikh.mp3" length="117704896" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8ba5fe3a-3344-409c-b66d-059a2fe471ed/8ba5fe3a-3344-409c-b66d-059a2fe471ed.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8ba5fe3a-3344-409c-b66d-059a2fe471ed/8ba5fe3a-3344-409c-b66d-059a2fe471ed.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8ba5fe3a-3344-409c-b66d-059a2fe471ed/8ba5fe3a-3344-409c-b66d-059a2fe471ed.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>She left a fast-paced corporate career. Moved cities with a newborn. Started multiple businesses that didn’t work before finding the one that did. And somewhere in the middle of all that, Mridu Parikh realized… being busy all day doesn’t mean you’re...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[She left a fast-paced corporate career. Moved cities with a newborn. Started multiple businesses that didn’t work before finding the one that did. And somewhere in the middle of all that, Mridu Parikh realized… being busy all day doesn’t mean you’re actually productive. If you missed Sunday’s Leaders Creating Rukus, go find this one. It is practical, honest, and surprisingly freeing.<br /><br />Five things that will stay with me:<br /><br />🔸 Productivity is a feeling, not a checklist. You can finish 20 tasks and still feel unaccomplished, or complete 2 meaningful ones and feel truly successful.<br />🔸 Start your day with intention, not reaction. Asking “What will make me feel successful tonight?” changes everything about how you prioritize.<br />🔸 There is no perfect system. The best tool is simply the one you will actually use consistently.<br />🔸 If everything stays in your head, it creates stress. Getting it out, even if it feels overwhelming at first, creates clarity and space to think.<br />🔸 Just because you are good at something doesn’t mean you should keep doing it. Growth often requires letting go of what feels comfortable.If you have ever felt scattered, overwhelmed, or stuck in the cycle of doing more but feeling less, this episode will hit home.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2943</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>72</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Veena Murthy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/veena-murthy--71725624</link><description><![CDATA[She moved across continents as a teenager, alone, uncertain, and determined to choose her own path. She walked away from expectations, questioned success, and rebuilt her career more than once to find alignment. And through it all, Veena Murthy kept returning to one powerful question: Why? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Veena Murthy, healthcare leader, strategist, and creator of the “Back to Me” framework, who has spent over two decades shaping value-based care while helping high-achieving women reconnect with who they truly are. From navigating cultural displacement to leading in high-stakes healthcare environments, Veena shares what it really means to succeed without losing yourself, and why so many leaders feel misaligned even at the top.<br /><br />In this episode, Veena opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why success without alignment can feel empty, even when everything looks right<br />🔸 The “whispers” we ignore until life forces us to listen<br />🔸 How understanding your why becomes a compass for every decisionIf you have ever felt like you are doing everything right but something still feels off, this conversation will stay with you.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71725624</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:46:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71725624/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_71_veena_murthy.mp3" length="124574656" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/89b00628-9314-4639-9db0-d812e5cceb2b/89b00628-9314-4639-9db0-d812e5cceb2b.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/89b00628-9314-4639-9db0-d812e5cceb2b/89b00628-9314-4639-9db0-d812e5cceb2b.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/89b00628-9314-4639-9db0-d812e5cceb2b/89b00628-9314-4639-9db0-d812e5cceb2b.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>She moved across continents as a teenager, alone, uncertain, and determined to choose her own path. She walked away from expectations, questioned success, and rebuilt her career more than once to find alignment. And through it all, Veena Murthy kept...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[She moved across continents as a teenager, alone, uncertain, and determined to choose her own path. She walked away from expectations, questioned success, and rebuilt her career more than once to find alignment. And through it all, Veena Murthy kept returning to one powerful question: Why? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Veena Murthy, healthcare leader, strategist, and creator of the “Back to Me” framework, who has spent over two decades shaping value-based care while helping high-achieving women reconnect with who they truly are. From navigating cultural displacement to leading in high-stakes healthcare environments, Veena shares what it really means to succeed without losing yourself, and why so many leaders feel misaligned even at the top.<br /><br />In this episode, Veena opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why success without alignment can feel empty, even when everything looks right<br />🔸 The “whispers” we ignore until life forces us to listen<br />🔸 How understanding your why becomes a compass for every decisionIf you have ever felt like you are doing everything right but something still feels off, this conversation will stay with you.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3115</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>71</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Shayla Higginbotham</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/shayla-higginbotham--71496835</link><description><![CDATA[Shayla Higginbotham has spent 20+ years navigating the complexity of healthcare, building, advising, and challenging systems from the inside out. Raised in a small town in West Virginia, she learned early what it meant to be different and that success requires more than hard work. It takes thinking differently.A minority woman in male-dominated spaces, Shayla did not just find her voice. She created space for others to have one. Today, she is the Founder and Managing Partner of SYSTEM PARTNERS, helping healthcare organizations bridge the gap between strategy and execution, turning big ideas into real-world results. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Shayla Higginbotham, healthcare executive, advisor, and a leader who embodies healthy disruption. From building health systems to launching her own firm, Shayla shares what it really takes to lead in complex environments.<br /><br />In this episode, Shayla opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why healthy disruption drives growth<br />🔸 The gap between strategy and execution<br />🔸 Building a personal brand that evolves<br />🔸 Why you have to go through it to get through it<br />🔸 The power of giving everyone a voice<br /><br />If you have ever felt stuck, unheard, or ready to lead differently, this one is for you.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71496835</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:43:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71496835/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_70_shayla_higginbotham.mp3" length="115344256" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/848fc5c2-cc96-43b9-9841-f8c65a1dde47/848fc5c2-cc96-43b9-9841-f8c65a1dde47.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/848fc5c2-cc96-43b9-9841-f8c65a1dde47/848fc5c2-cc96-43b9-9841-f8c65a1dde47.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/848fc5c2-cc96-43b9-9841-f8c65a1dde47/848fc5c2-cc96-43b9-9841-f8c65a1dde47.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Shayla Higginbotham has spent 20+ years navigating the complexity of healthcare, building, advising, and challenging systems from the inside out. Raised in a small town in West Virginia, she learned early what it meant to be different and that success...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Shayla Higginbotham has spent 20+ years navigating the complexity of healthcare, building, advising, and challenging systems from the inside out. Raised in a small town in West Virginia, she learned early what it meant to be different and that success requires more than hard work. It takes thinking differently.A minority woman in male-dominated spaces, Shayla did not just find her voice. She created space for others to have one. Today, she is the Founder and Managing Partner of SYSTEM PARTNERS, helping healthcare organizations bridge the gap between strategy and execution, turning big ideas into real-world results. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Shayla Higginbotham, healthcare executive, advisor, and a leader who embodies healthy disruption. From building health systems to launching her own firm, Shayla shares what it really takes to lead in complex environments.<br /><br />In this episode, Shayla opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why healthy disruption drives growth<br />🔸 The gap between strategy and execution<br />🔸 Building a personal brand that evolves<br />🔸 Why you have to go through it to get through it<br />🔸 The power of giving everyone a voice<br /><br />If you have ever felt stuck, unheard, or ready to lead differently, this one is for you.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2884</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>70</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Priya Bathija</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/priya-bathija--71275827</link><description><![CDATA[She grew up the daughter of immigrant physicians in Ohio, expected to follow a traditional path.<br /><br />She didn’t.She tried finance. Pivoted to law. Fell in love with healthcare policy.<br /><br />And along the way, she kept asking one question: How do we actually make healthcare work better for women?This Sunday at 4 PM PST, Leaders Creating Rukus sits down with Priya Bathija, founder and CEO of Nyoo Health, healthcare strategist, and a leading voice in women’s health transformation.From healthcare attorney to policy leader at the American Hospital Association, Priya has spent her career at the intersection of law, strategy, and impact, leading national efforts on value-based care, health equity, and maternal health before stepping out to build her own company.She has advised top institutions, serves as an Expert on Call for the University of Michigan School of Public Health, and is a Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. She also supports national advocacy through board roles with Planned Parenthood of Metro Washington and the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance.<br /><br />But this conversation goes beyond titles.In this episode, Priya opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 What it really takes to bet on yourself and build something from scratch<br />🔸 Why women’s health is still fragmented and how to fix it<br />🔸 The invisible gaps in healthcare that impact women across their entire lives<br />🔸 Redefining success, happiness, and presence in high-achieving careersShe also shares how her journey, from law school pressure to leadership roles to entrepreneurship, shaped her belief that impact does not follow a straight path.<br /><br />If you care about leadership, healthcare, or creating meaningful change, this one is for you.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71275827</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:15:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71275827/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_69_priya_bathija.mp3" length="121870336" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7a488254-dd5a-4469-ad77-e3eaa4d2851b/7a488254-dd5a-4469-ad77-e3eaa4d2851b.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7a488254-dd5a-4469-ad77-e3eaa4d2851b/7a488254-dd5a-4469-ad77-e3eaa4d2851b.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7a488254-dd5a-4469-ad77-e3eaa4d2851b/7a488254-dd5a-4469-ad77-e3eaa4d2851b.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>She grew up the daughter of immigrant physicians in Ohio, expected to follow a traditional path.

She didn’t.She tried finance. Pivoted to law. Fell in love with healthcare policy.

And along the way, she kept asking one question: How do we actually...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[She grew up the daughter of immigrant physicians in Ohio, expected to follow a traditional path.<br /><br />She didn’t.She tried finance. Pivoted to law. Fell in love with healthcare policy.<br /><br />And along the way, she kept asking one question: How do we actually make healthcare work better for women?This Sunday at 4 PM PST, Leaders Creating Rukus sits down with Priya Bathija, founder and CEO of Nyoo Health, healthcare strategist, and a leading voice in women’s health transformation.From healthcare attorney to policy leader at the American Hospital Association, Priya has spent her career at the intersection of law, strategy, and impact, leading national efforts on value-based care, health equity, and maternal health before stepping out to build her own company.She has advised top institutions, serves as an Expert on Call for the University of Michigan School of Public Health, and is a Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. She also supports national advocacy through board roles with Planned Parenthood of Metro Washington and the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance.<br /><br />But this conversation goes beyond titles.In this episode, Priya opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 What it really takes to bet on yourself and build something from scratch<br />🔸 Why women’s health is still fragmented and how to fix it<br />🔸 The invisible gaps in healthcare that impact women across their entire lives<br />🔸 Redefining success, happiness, and presence in high-achieving careersShe also shares how her journey, from law school pressure to leadership roles to entrepreneurship, shaped her belief that impact does not follow a straight path.<br /><br />If you care about leadership, healthcare, or creating meaningful change, this one is for you.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3047</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>69</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Bijal Patel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-bijal-patel--71107045</link><description><![CDATA[He nearly lost his life to a sudden, devastating illness. He came back with a deeper understanding of what it truly means to lead, with humanity, not just expertise. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Dr. Bijal Patel, board-certified nephrologist, healthcare leader, and a voice for redefining leadership through service, connection, and compassion.An executive leader with Balboa Nephrology Medical Group, Dr. Patel specializes in chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and dialysis care, but his impact goes far beyond medicine. From leading innovative, outcomes-based healthcare models to surviving a near-death experience, his story is a powerful reminder of what truly matters.<br /><br />In this episode, Dr. Patel opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why leadership starts with genuinely caring for people, not titles or authority<br />🔸 How a life-threatening illness reshaped his perspective on connection, purpose, and resilience<br />🔸 The hidden power of “pausing,” and why reflection, rest, and even boredom can drive better outcomesIf you’ve ever questioned what meaningful leadership really looks like, or how to stay human in high-pressure environments, this conversation is one you don’t want to miss.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71107045</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 03:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71107045/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_68_dr_bijal_patel.mp3" length="120241216" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6c35b39c-308b-402b-8247-cb4568c9d313/6c35b39c-308b-402b-8247-cb4568c9d313.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6c35b39c-308b-402b-8247-cb4568c9d313/6c35b39c-308b-402b-8247-cb4568c9d313.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6c35b39c-308b-402b-8247-cb4568c9d313/6c35b39c-308b-402b-8247-cb4568c9d313.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>He nearly lost his life to a sudden, devastating illness. He came back with a deeper understanding of what it truly means to lead, with humanity, not just expertise. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Dr. Bijal Patel,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[He nearly lost his life to a sudden, devastating illness. He came back with a deeper understanding of what it truly means to lead, with humanity, not just expertise. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi sits down with Dr. Bijal Patel, board-certified nephrologist, healthcare leader, and a voice for redefining leadership through service, connection, and compassion.An executive leader with Balboa Nephrology Medical Group, Dr. Patel specializes in chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and dialysis care, but his impact goes far beyond medicine. From leading innovative, outcomes-based healthcare models to surviving a near-death experience, his story is a powerful reminder of what truly matters.<br /><br />In this episode, Dr. Patel opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why leadership starts with genuinely caring for people, not titles or authority<br />🔸 How a life-threatening illness reshaped his perspective on connection, purpose, and resilience<br />🔸 The hidden power of “pausing,” and why reflection, rest, and even boredom can drive better outcomesIf you’ve ever questioned what meaningful leadership really looks like, or how to stay human in high-pressure environments, this conversation is one you don’t want to miss.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3006</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>68</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Parul Somani</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/parul-somani--70908770</link><description><![CDATA[She was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer at 31. She had a newborn. And she still found her way back to leading with purpose. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Parul Somani — speaker, author, and mindset coach who turned a career crisis into a roadmap for resilient leadership. MIT and Harvard Business School grad. Bain alum. Silicon Valley executive. And someone who knows what it means to lose everything that defined her and rebuild with intention.<br /><br />In this episode, Parul opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why burnout is a signal, not a failure<br />🔸 How to sit in uncertainty without losing yourself<br />🔸 Turning regret into a compass for your next move<br /><br />If you have ever felt stuck or at a crossroads, this one is for you.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70908770</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 01:55:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70908770/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_67_parul_somani.mp3" length="121051456" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ea6e476-4a7f-4cc9-b99c-28454f361410/4ea6e476-4a7f-4cc9-b99c-28454f361410.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ea6e476-4a7f-4cc9-b99c-28454f361410/4ea6e476-4a7f-4cc9-b99c-28454f361410.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ea6e476-4a7f-4cc9-b99c-28454f361410/4ea6e476-4a7f-4cc9-b99c-28454f361410.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>She was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer at 31. She had a newborn. And she still found her way back to leading with purpose. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Parul Somani — speaker, author, and mindset coach who...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[She was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer at 31. She had a newborn. And she still found her way back to leading with purpose. In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi sits down with Parul Somani — speaker, author, and mindset coach who turned a career crisis into a roadmap for resilient leadership. MIT and Harvard Business School grad. Bain alum. Silicon Valley executive. And someone who knows what it means to lose everything that defined her and rebuild with intention.<br /><br />In this episode, Parul opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why burnout is a signal, not a failure<br />🔸 How to sit in uncertainty without losing yourself<br />🔸 Turning regret into a compass for your next move<br /><br />If you have ever felt stuck or at a crossroads, this one is for you.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3027</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>67</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Maddy Viswanath</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/maddy-viswanath--70818706</link><description><![CDATA[What if the reason you’re not getting promoted isn’t your performance but how your leadership is being interpreted? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora sits down with Maddy Viswanath, career coach and former HR leader. With 20+ years in HR, Maddy shares how she went from being overlooked and underpaid to increasing her compensation by over 110 percent simply by changing how she communicated her value. From navigating cultural barriers as an immigrant to rebuilding confidence after setbacks, her journey reveals what really drives promotions at senior levels.<br /><br />In this episode:<br /><br />🔸 Why “not ready” often means your leadership is being misread<br />🔸 How over-explaining weakens your impact<br />🔸 The shift from doing the work to shaping direction<br />🔸 Why documenting your wins matters<br />🔸 How to control how you’re perceived in the room<br /><br />💬 “If you can’t speak up for yourself, no one else will.”<br /><br />Maddy’s approach is built on real-world insight and practical tools, from redefining your executive narrative to upgrading how you show up across meetings, communication, and visibility. Because at senior levels, promotions don’t happen based on effort alone, they happen based on perception.If you’ve ever felt overlooked, misunderstood, or stuck despite delivering results, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70818706</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:52:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70818706/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_66_maddy_viswanath.mp3" length="109928896" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2eb09e29-c36a-438e-b369-3cc9dad57d99/2eb09e29-c36a-438e-b369-3cc9dad57d99.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2eb09e29-c36a-438e-b369-3cc9dad57d99/2eb09e29-c36a-438e-b369-3cc9dad57d99.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2eb09e29-c36a-438e-b369-3cc9dad57d99/2eb09e29-c36a-438e-b369-3cc9dad57d99.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if the reason you’re not getting promoted isn’t your performance but how your leadership is being interpreted? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora sits down with Maddy Viswanath, career coach and former HR leader. With 20+...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if the reason you’re not getting promoted isn’t your performance but how your leadership is being interpreted? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora sits down with Maddy Viswanath, career coach and former HR leader. With 20+ years in HR, Maddy shares how she went from being overlooked and underpaid to increasing her compensation by over 110 percent simply by changing how she communicated her value. From navigating cultural barriers as an immigrant to rebuilding confidence after setbacks, her journey reveals what really drives promotions at senior levels.<br /><br />In this episode:<br /><br />🔸 Why “not ready” often means your leadership is being misread<br />🔸 How over-explaining weakens your impact<br />🔸 The shift from doing the work to shaping direction<br />🔸 Why documenting your wins matters<br />🔸 How to control how you’re perceived in the room<br /><br />💬 “If you can’t speak up for yourself, no one else will.”<br /><br />Maddy’s approach is built on real-world insight and practical tools, from redefining your executive narrative to upgrading how you show up across meetings, communication, and visibility. Because at senior levels, promotions don’t happen based on effort alone, they happen based on perception.If you’ve ever felt overlooked, misunderstood, or stuck despite delivering results, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2749</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>66</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>David Oates</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/david-oates--70722764</link><description><![CDATA[What if protecting your reputation in a crisis meant telling the truth faster, clearer, and louder than the chaos around you? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus host Aashi Arora sits down with crisis communications expert Dave Oates, founder of PR Security Service, whose career spans more than three decades of navigating some of the most high-stakes reputational challenges organizations can face. From his early days as a U.S. Navy Public Affairs Officer to roles as a corporate marketing leader, nonprofit president, and trusted crisis advisor, Dave has helped organizations across industries including healthcare, government, startups, entertainment, and nonprofits protect their credibility when everything is on the line.In this powerful episode, Dave shares one of the most compelling cases of his career. He helped defend Dr. Hasan Gokal, a Houston emergency room physician who was wrongly accused of theft after ensuring COVID-19 vaccines were not wasted during the pandemic. What followed became a global media story, a high-stakes legal battle, and a masterclass in crisis communication strategy. Through stories like this, Dave reveals what leaders often get wrong about crisis communication and what it truly takes to maintain trust when pressure is highest.<br /><br />In this episode, Dave opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why transparency and empathy matter more than spin during a crisis<br />🔸 How leaders should communicate when the stakes involve lives, livelihoods, and reputations<br />🔸 Why the best crisis strategy often begins long before the crisis itself<br /><br />💬 “Audiences will give you a second chance if you’re transparent, empathetic, and action-oriented. But if you lose their trust, they’re gone.”A sought-after speaker and educator, Dave also teaches journalism and media studies at San Diego State University and has authored multiple books and LinkedIn Learning courses on crisis communications.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70722764</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:46:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70722764/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_65_david_oates.mp3" length="117174976" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c1d8dd31-4def-496e-b649-3c5f9ed474a9/c1d8dd31-4def-496e-b649-3c5f9ed474a9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c1d8dd31-4def-496e-b649-3c5f9ed474a9/c1d8dd31-4def-496e-b649-3c5f9ed474a9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c1d8dd31-4def-496e-b649-3c5f9ed474a9/c1d8dd31-4def-496e-b649-3c5f9ed474a9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if protecting your reputation in a crisis meant telling the truth faster, clearer, and louder than the chaos around you? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus host Aashi Arora sits down with crisis communications expert Dave Oates, founder of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if protecting your reputation in a crisis meant telling the truth faster, clearer, and louder than the chaos around you? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus host Aashi Arora sits down with crisis communications expert Dave Oates, founder of PR Security Service, whose career spans more than three decades of navigating some of the most high-stakes reputational challenges organizations can face. From his early days as a U.S. Navy Public Affairs Officer to roles as a corporate marketing leader, nonprofit president, and trusted crisis advisor, Dave has helped organizations across industries including healthcare, government, startups, entertainment, and nonprofits protect their credibility when everything is on the line.In this powerful episode, Dave shares one of the most compelling cases of his career. He helped defend Dr. Hasan Gokal, a Houston emergency room physician who was wrongly accused of theft after ensuring COVID-19 vaccines were not wasted during the pandemic. What followed became a global media story, a high-stakes legal battle, and a masterclass in crisis communication strategy. Through stories like this, Dave reveals what leaders often get wrong about crisis communication and what it truly takes to maintain trust when pressure is highest.<br /><br />In this episode, Dave opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why transparency and empathy matter more than spin during a crisis<br />🔸 How leaders should communicate when the stakes involve lives, livelihoods, and reputations<br />🔸 Why the best crisis strategy often begins long before the crisis itself<br /><br />💬 “Audiences will give you a second chance if you’re transparent, empathetic, and action-oriented. But if you lose their trust, they’re gone.”A sought-after speaker and educator, Dave also teaches journalism and media studies at San Diego State University and has authored multiple books and LinkedIn Learning courses on crisis communications.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2930</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>65</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Raihan &amp; Azam Dadabhoy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/raihan-azam-dadabhoy--70353249</link><description><![CDATA[What if hiring felt less like a black hole and more like a human conversation powered by intelligence?In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora sits down with brothers, founders, and AI innovators Raihan Dadabhoy and Azam Dadabhoy, co-founders of Sensiply, a fast-growing AI-powered hiring platform transforming how employers and candidates connect.Born and raised in Southern California and shaped by their time at the University of Southern California, Raihan (Political Science) and Azam (Master’s in Public Policy) did not set out to disrupt hiring. They were simply two students frustrated by sending out hundreds of resumes and hearing nothing.Instead of accepting the system, they built something better.Sensiply’s AI interviewer, “Sensi,” conducts real-time, multilingual phone interviews, ranking candidates based on skills and critical thinking, not names, gender, or background. The result? A more efficient and more human hiring process.In this episode, <br /><br />Raihan and Azam open up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why their first startup idea failed and how pivoting led to product-market clarity<br />🔸 How AI can reduce bias while increasing human connection<br />🔸 The discipline, faith, and “delusional optimism” required to survive startup lows<br />🔸 Why reading, reflection, and perspective, yes even Google Earth, shape their leadership<br />🔸 What it really means to build culture, integrity, and transparency in a virtual team<br /><br />💬 “You’ve got to be a little delusional about how successful this will be, because if you quit, you’ll never know how close you were.”From navigating imposter syndrome to leading with faith, presence, and gratitude, this conversation is a powerful reminder that age does not define wisdom and that innovation paired with integrity can truly create Rukus in the best way.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70353249</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:45:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70353249/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_64_raihan_azam_dadabhoy.mp3" length="115812736" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9e3aeb08-17a1-455c-a12d-b54d5a3760e4/9e3aeb08-17a1-455c-a12d-b54d5a3760e4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9e3aeb08-17a1-455c-a12d-b54d5a3760e4/9e3aeb08-17a1-455c-a12d-b54d5a3760e4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9e3aeb08-17a1-455c-a12d-b54d5a3760e4/9e3aeb08-17a1-455c-a12d-b54d5a3760e4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if hiring felt less like a black hole and more like a human conversation powered by intelligence?In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora sits down with brothers, founders, and AI innovators Raihan Dadabhoy and Azam Dadabhoy,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if hiring felt less like a black hole and more like a human conversation powered by intelligence?In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora sits down with brothers, founders, and AI innovators Raihan Dadabhoy and Azam Dadabhoy, co-founders of Sensiply, a fast-growing AI-powered hiring platform transforming how employers and candidates connect.Born and raised in Southern California and shaped by their time at the University of Southern California, Raihan (Political Science) and Azam (Master’s in Public Policy) did not set out to disrupt hiring. They were simply two students frustrated by sending out hundreds of resumes and hearing nothing.Instead of accepting the system, they built something better.Sensiply’s AI interviewer, “Sensi,” conducts real-time, multilingual phone interviews, ranking candidates based on skills and critical thinking, not names, gender, or background. The result? A more efficient and more human hiring process.In this episode, <br /><br />Raihan and Azam open up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why their first startup idea failed and how pivoting led to product-market clarity<br />🔸 How AI can reduce bias while increasing human connection<br />🔸 The discipline, faith, and “delusional optimism” required to survive startup lows<br />🔸 Why reading, reflection, and perspective, yes even Google Earth, shape their leadership<br />🔸 What it really means to build culture, integrity, and transparency in a virtual team<br /><br />💬 “You’ve got to be a little delusional about how successful this will be, because if you quit, you’ll never know how close you were.”From navigating imposter syndrome to leading with faith, presence, and gratitude, this conversation is a powerful reminder that age does not define wisdom and that innovation paired with integrity can truly create Rukus in the best way.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2896</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>64</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Katie Chu</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-katie-chu--70273955</link><description><![CDATA[What if the most powerful pivot in your life wasn’t about doing more but about finally surrendering and listening? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Dr. Katie W. Chu, optometrist, author, speaker, and founder of Chu On What Matters, for one of our most heartfelt and transformational conversations yet.For nearly 30 years, Dr. Chu has served four and a half generations of families through her private practice in Rosemead, California. A nationally recognized specialty contact lens expert and trusted advisor to Bausch + Lomb, she built a thriving career rooted in clinical excellence and community care.But in 2023, everything shifted.After a life altering conversation with her daughter and a personal reckoning with faith, identity, and legacy, Katie began carving out quiet morning hours to remove the noise in her life. What followed was a radical blossoming. In just one year, she launched Chu On This, her podcast, Chu On That, her leadership summits and experiences, and Chu On What Matters Publishing, home of the purpose driven Chu Crew children’s book series.<br /><br />In this episode, Katie opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Growing up as a first generation Chinese American navigating pressure, obedience, and rebellion<br />🔸 Surviving childhood abuse and breast cancer and choosing to transform pain into purpose<br />🔸 How surrendering instead of treading water became her most powerful leadership strategy<br /><br />💬 “When I stopped fighting the waves and learned to float, everything changed.”<br /><br />This is a conversation about faith, courage, reinvention, and the kind of legacy that lifts the next generation.If you’ve ever felt like you were just barely keeping your head above water, this episode will remind you that you do not have to tread forever. Sometimes the boldest move is to let go and trust.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70273955</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:18:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70273955/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_62_dr_katie_chu.mp3" length="117746176" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5683a554-5bb1-401d-a6da-fc2b75570080/5683a554-5bb1-401d-a6da-fc2b75570080.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5683a554-5bb1-401d-a6da-fc2b75570080/5683a554-5bb1-401d-a6da-fc2b75570080.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5683a554-5bb1-401d-a6da-fc2b75570080/5683a554-5bb1-401d-a6da-fc2b75570080.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if the most powerful pivot in your life wasn’t about doing more but about finally surrendering and listening? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Dr. Katie W. Chu, optometrist, author, speaker, and founder of Chu On What...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if the most powerful pivot in your life wasn’t about doing more but about finally surrendering and listening? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Dr. Katie W. Chu, optometrist, author, speaker, and founder of Chu On What Matters, for one of our most heartfelt and transformational conversations yet.For nearly 30 years, Dr. Chu has served four and a half generations of families through her private practice in Rosemead, California. A nationally recognized specialty contact lens expert and trusted advisor to Bausch + Lomb, she built a thriving career rooted in clinical excellence and community care.But in 2023, everything shifted.After a life altering conversation with her daughter and a personal reckoning with faith, identity, and legacy, Katie began carving out quiet morning hours to remove the noise in her life. What followed was a radical blossoming. In just one year, she launched Chu On This, her podcast, Chu On That, her leadership summits and experiences, and Chu On What Matters Publishing, home of the purpose driven Chu Crew children’s book series.<br /><br />In this episode, Katie opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Growing up as a first generation Chinese American navigating pressure, obedience, and rebellion<br />🔸 Surviving childhood abuse and breast cancer and choosing to transform pain into purpose<br />🔸 How surrendering instead of treading water became her most powerful leadership strategy<br /><br />💬 “When I stopped fighting the waves and learned to float, everything changed.”<br /><br />This is a conversation about faith, courage, reinvention, and the kind of legacy that lifts the next generation.If you’ve ever felt like you were just barely keeping your head above water, this episode will remind you that you do not have to tread forever. Sometimes the boldest move is to let go and trust.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2944</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>63</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Belle Walker</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/belle-walker--70274274</link><description><![CDATA[What if the friction in your organization isn’t a people problem but a design problem? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus as we sit down with organizational efficiency engineer and founder of Belleview Consulting, Belle Walker.Belle takes companies from friction to function, helping leaders rethink how their teams are structured, how work flows, and how strategy actually gets executed. With a Mechanical Engineering degree from Harvard University and a Systems Engineering Master’s from University of Southern California, Belle approaches organizations the way engineers approach systems by studying constraints, resources, and root causes.Her career began at Google, where she helped build the early Street View and aerial photography operations. She later led high impact teams at HERE Technologies, including one responsible for autonomous vehicle map quality, earning two patents along the way.Now the international bestselling co-author of Generation Innovation, Belle blends systems thinking with storytelling to make business fundamentals accessible, practical, and human.In this episode, Belle opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 The burnout moment that made her walk away from corporate leadership<br />🔸 Why most teams outgrow their original structure and don’t realize it<br />🔸 How fit for purpose thinking transforms organizational design<br />🔸 And why AI will fundamentally reshape how hierarchies, leadership, and scope work in the near future<br /><br />“If what got you here is no longer working, it doesn’t mean it was wrong. It means your system needs to evolve.”If you’re a founder, executive, or leader questioning your next move, or wondering why your team feels stuck, this conversation will challenge you to rethink structure, ambition, and what real efficiency looks like.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70274274</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:25:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70274274/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_62_betty_walker.mp3" length="118024576" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5fcf3a9f-a1a2-4f2e-9836-b29d59b9a896/5fcf3a9f-a1a2-4f2e-9836-b29d59b9a896.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5fcf3a9f-a1a2-4f2e-9836-b29d59b9a896/5fcf3a9f-a1a2-4f2e-9836-b29d59b9a896.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5fcf3a9f-a1a2-4f2e-9836-b29d59b9a896/5fcf3a9f-a1a2-4f2e-9836-b29d59b9a896.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if the friction in your organization isn’t a people problem but a design problem? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus as we sit down with organizational efficiency engineer and founder of Belleview Consulting, Belle Walker.Belle takes...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if the friction in your organization isn’t a people problem but a design problem? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus as we sit down with organizational efficiency engineer and founder of Belleview Consulting, Belle Walker.Belle takes companies from friction to function, helping leaders rethink how their teams are structured, how work flows, and how strategy actually gets executed. With a Mechanical Engineering degree from Harvard University and a Systems Engineering Master’s from University of Southern California, Belle approaches organizations the way engineers approach systems by studying constraints, resources, and root causes.Her career began at Google, where she helped build the early Street View and aerial photography operations. She later led high impact teams at HERE Technologies, including one responsible for autonomous vehicle map quality, earning two patents along the way.Now the international bestselling co-author of Generation Innovation, Belle blends systems thinking with storytelling to make business fundamentals accessible, practical, and human.In this episode, Belle opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 The burnout moment that made her walk away from corporate leadership<br />🔸 Why most teams outgrow their original structure and don’t realize it<br />🔸 How fit for purpose thinking transforms organizational design<br />🔸 And why AI will fundamentally reshape how hierarchies, leadership, and scope work in the near future<br /><br />“If what got you here is no longer working, it doesn’t mean it was wrong. It means your system needs to evolve.”If you’re a founder, executive, or leader questioning your next move, or wondering why your team feels stuck, this conversation will challenge you to rethink structure, ambition, and what real efficiency looks like.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2951</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>62</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Anika Sharma</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/anika-sharma--69749096</link><description><![CDATA[What if growing your business didn’t mean chasing every trend, but scaling with intention instead? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with product and marketing strategist Anika Sharma, founder of Crescera Consulting. With over 15 years of experience in product marketing and portfolio strategy, Anika has led high-impact initiatives across education technology, healthcare, and consumer goods, launching multimillion-dollar programs, driving enrollment growth, and helping organizations align what they offer with what the market actually needs. But her journey wasn’t about following a straight corporate ladder. From journalism and business studies at USC to ad agencies, edtech leadership, and eventually stepping off the corporate hamster wheel, Anika built her expertise at the intersection of psychology, strategy, and human behavior. Today, she helps mid-size organizations grow sustainably by blending sharp analytical thinking with deeply intentional brand and product strategy.<br /><br />In this episode, Anika opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why marketing is really about understanding people, not just selling<br />🔸 How to move from reactive growth to intentional, sustainable scale<br />🔸 What it takes to leave corporate structure and build something of your own<br />🔸 And why a little “delusion” is often the secret ingredient to innovation<br /><br />💬 “Growth doesn’t have to be extreme or rushed. The most successful organizations grow with intention, step by step, aligned to who they really are.”<br /><br />If you’re a founder, leader, or changemaker navigating growth, identity, or your next bold move, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69749096</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 22:50:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69749096/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_61_anika_sharma.mp3" length="116619136" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f83b9792-3f2b-42bb-93e4-ea8d9131ed7f/f83b9792-3f2b-42bb-93e4-ea8d9131ed7f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f83b9792-3f2b-42bb-93e4-ea8d9131ed7f/f83b9792-3f2b-42bb-93e4-ea8d9131ed7f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f83b9792-3f2b-42bb-93e4-ea8d9131ed7f/f83b9792-3f2b-42bb-93e4-ea8d9131ed7f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if growing your business didn’t mean chasing every trend, but scaling with intention instead? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with product and marketing strategist Anika Sharma, founder of Crescera Consulting. With over 15...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if growing your business didn’t mean chasing every trend, but scaling with intention instead? In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with product and marketing strategist Anika Sharma, founder of Crescera Consulting. With over 15 years of experience in product marketing and portfolio strategy, Anika has led high-impact initiatives across education technology, healthcare, and consumer goods, launching multimillion-dollar programs, driving enrollment growth, and helping organizations align what they offer with what the market actually needs. But her journey wasn’t about following a straight corporate ladder. From journalism and business studies at USC to ad agencies, edtech leadership, and eventually stepping off the corporate hamster wheel, Anika built her expertise at the intersection of psychology, strategy, and human behavior. Today, she helps mid-size organizations grow sustainably by blending sharp analytical thinking with deeply intentional brand and product strategy.<br /><br />In this episode, Anika opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why marketing is really about understanding people, not just selling<br />🔸 How to move from reactive growth to intentional, sustainable scale<br />🔸 What it takes to leave corporate structure and build something of your own<br />🔸 And why a little “delusion” is often the secret ingredient to innovation<br /><br />💬 “Growth doesn’t have to be extreme or rushed. The most successful organizations grow with intention, step by step, aligned to who they really are.”<br /><br />If you’re a founder, leader, or changemaker navigating growth, identity, or your next bold move, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2916</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>61</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Aparna Agnihotri</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/aparna-agnihotri--69599167</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with California licensed attorney, legal educator, and academic success expert Aparna Agnihotri, J.D. Founder of Academic Advantage JD and creator of LawBubu, Aparna is redefining how law students learn, think, and succeed. Her journey was not easy. Law school and the bar exam pushed her to the brink, testing her confidence, resilience, and sense of belonging. But instead of walking away, Aparna transformed those challenges into purpose. Today, she leads the Student Resource Center at Lincoln Law School of Sacramento, teaches at Santa Clara University School of Law, and mentors hundreds of students through innovative, human centered bar prep.Through LawBubu, Aparna is scaling her signature teaching style, breaking down complex legal concepts into clear, engaging, and memorable lessons that empower students before they even step into the classroom.<br /><br />In this episode, Aparna shares:<br /><br />🔸 How failure became her greatest teacher<br />🔸 Why empathy and connection are the secret to student success<br />🔸 And how she is reshaping legal education for a new generation of lawyers<br /><br />💬 “If I can help one student feel less alone in this process, then every struggle was worth it.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69599167</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:35:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69599167/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_60_aparna_agnihotri.mp3" length="117420736" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d415fcdc-3970-46c7-896e-58bb2cd0e616/d415fcdc-3970-46c7-896e-58bb2cd0e616.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d415fcdc-3970-46c7-896e-58bb2cd0e616/d415fcdc-3970-46c7-896e-58bb2cd0e616.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d415fcdc-3970-46c7-896e-58bb2cd0e616/d415fcdc-3970-46c7-896e-58bb2cd0e616.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with California licensed attorney, legal educator, and academic success expert Aparna Agnihotri, J.D. Founder of Academic Advantage JD and creator of LawBubu, Aparna is redefining how law students...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with California licensed attorney, legal educator, and academic success expert Aparna Agnihotri, J.D. Founder of Academic Advantage JD and creator of LawBubu, Aparna is redefining how law students learn, think, and succeed. Her journey was not easy. Law school and the bar exam pushed her to the brink, testing her confidence, resilience, and sense of belonging. But instead of walking away, Aparna transformed those challenges into purpose. Today, she leads the Student Resource Center at Lincoln Law School of Sacramento, teaches at Santa Clara University School of Law, and mentors hundreds of students through innovative, human centered bar prep.Through LawBubu, Aparna is scaling her signature teaching style, breaking down complex legal concepts into clear, engaging, and memorable lessons that empower students before they even step into the classroom.<br /><br />In this episode, Aparna shares:<br /><br />🔸 How failure became her greatest teacher<br />🔸 Why empathy and connection are the secret to student success<br />🔸 And how she is reshaping legal education for a new generation of lawyers<br /><br />💬 “If I can help one student feel less alone in this process, then every struggle was worth it.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2936</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>60</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sheikh Ali</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheikh-ali--69599166</link><description><![CDATA[What if building your career meant amplifying who you already are instead of starting over from scratch?<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we welcome back keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and LinkedIn authority Sheikh C. Ali.A former medical student who pivoted away from a traditional path, Sheikh is now the Founder and CEO of SC Medical Media, where he helps clinicians and healthcare executives transform their LinkedIn presence from boring to beaming. For the past two years, he has gone all in on LinkedIn, leveraging its dominance in the B2B space to help leaders build authority, attract high-level opportunities, and land speaking engagements through authentic personal branding.<br />But his journey was not linear.In this episode, Sheikh opens up about what it really means to pivot with purpose and how storytelling, community, and clarity can turn a platform into a powerful career asset.<br /><br />In this conversation, we dive into:<br /><br />🔸 Why he walked away from medicine and leaned into entrepreneurship<br />🔸 How clinicians and executives can build real authority, not just impressions, on LinkedIn<br />🔸 The difference between visibility and impact in 2026<br />🔸 Why networking is a lifelong skill, not a last-minute scramble<br />🔸 And how personality, values, and voice are the real differentiators in the age of AI<br /><br />💬 “Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room, and LinkedIn gives you a way to shape that story intentionally.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69599166</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:33:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69599166/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_59_sheikh_ali.mp3" length="118210816" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2291ef75-e258-435d-becd-2150174e19f3/2291ef75-e258-435d-becd-2150174e19f3.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2291ef75-e258-435d-becd-2150174e19f3/2291ef75-e258-435d-becd-2150174e19f3.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2291ef75-e258-435d-becd-2150174e19f3/2291ef75-e258-435d-becd-2150174e19f3.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if building your career meant amplifying who you already are instead of starting over from scratch?

In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we welcome back keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and LinkedIn authority Sheikh C. Ali.A former medical...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if building your career meant amplifying who you already are instead of starting over from scratch?<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we welcome back keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and LinkedIn authority Sheikh C. Ali.A former medical student who pivoted away from a traditional path, Sheikh is now the Founder and CEO of SC Medical Media, where he helps clinicians and healthcare executives transform their LinkedIn presence from boring to beaming. For the past two years, he has gone all in on LinkedIn, leveraging its dominance in the B2B space to help leaders build authority, attract high-level opportunities, and land speaking engagements through authentic personal branding.<br />But his journey was not linear.In this episode, Sheikh opens up about what it really means to pivot with purpose and how storytelling, community, and clarity can turn a platform into a powerful career asset.<br /><br />In this conversation, we dive into:<br /><br />🔸 Why he walked away from medicine and leaned into entrepreneurship<br />🔸 How clinicians and executives can build real authority, not just impressions, on LinkedIn<br />🔸 The difference between visibility and impact in 2026<br />🔸 Why networking is a lifelong skill, not a last-minute scramble<br />🔸 And how personality, values, and voice are the real differentiators in the age of AI<br /><br />💬 “Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room, and LinkedIn gives you a way to shape that story intentionally.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2956</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>59</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Nidhi Kathuria</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/nidhi-kathuria--69429780</link><description><![CDATA[What if true leadership wasn’t about becoming more—but becoming more of your authentic self? In this episode of Leaders Creating Ruckus, Aashi Arora sits down with Nidhi Kathuria—social entrepreneur, senior executive, and impact-driven leader—for a powerful and deeply human conversation on courage, reinvention, and purpose-led success.With over 20 years of experience across fintech, blockchain, healthtech, and the social impact sector, Nidhi has led multi-million-dollar global initiatives at Silicon Valley tech startups and Fortune 500 organizations, including Royal Bank of Scotland. From building zero-to-one innovations to scaling consumer platforms worldwide, her journey reflects bold choices, continuous learning, and fearless experimentation. Today, she champions young professionals and women to step beyond comfort zones, take on stronger roles, and embrace leadership opportunities early in their careers.But Nidhi’s journey wasn’t linear. Raised in India with deep values of education, service, and discipline, she stepped far outside her comfort zone—moving cities, countries, and industries, rebuilding her professional capital from scratch and testing her resilience at every turn. Today, she bridges the worlds of technology and social impact, driving strategic fundraising and partnerships at Akshaya Patra, while advising founders, mentoring startups, and judging pitches for leading Silicon Valley investment funds.<br /><br />In this episode, Nidhi opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why growth begins at the edge of discomfort<br />🔸 How failure becomes a powerful stepping stone, not a setback<br />🔸 Leading with self awareness, balance, and purpose<br />🔸 Redifining ambition - investing in younger generation's success<br /><br />💬 “Unless you try, you’ll never know. Growth comes from stepping into fear and choosing to be responsible for your own becoming.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69429780</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:40:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69429780/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_58_nidhi_kathuria.mp3" length="128066176" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if true leadership wasn’t about becoming more—but becoming more of your authentic self? In this episode of Leaders Creating Ruckus, Aashi Arora sits down with Nidhi Kathuria—social entrepreneur, senior executive, and impact-driven leader—for a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if true leadership wasn’t about becoming more—but becoming more of your authentic self? In this episode of Leaders Creating Ruckus, Aashi Arora sits down with Nidhi Kathuria—social entrepreneur, senior executive, and impact-driven leader—for a powerful and deeply human conversation on courage, reinvention, and purpose-led success.With over 20 years of experience across fintech, blockchain, healthtech, and the social impact sector, Nidhi has led multi-million-dollar global initiatives at Silicon Valley tech startups and Fortune 500 organizations, including Royal Bank of Scotland. From building zero-to-one innovations to scaling consumer platforms worldwide, her journey reflects bold choices, continuous learning, and fearless experimentation. Today, she champions young professionals and women to step beyond comfort zones, take on stronger roles, and embrace leadership opportunities early in their careers.But Nidhi’s journey wasn’t linear. Raised in India with deep values of education, service, and discipline, she stepped far outside her comfort zone—moving cities, countries, and industries, rebuilding her professional capital from scratch and testing her resilience at every turn. Today, she bridges the worlds of technology and social impact, driving strategic fundraising and partnerships at Akshaya Patra, while advising founders, mentoring startups, and judging pitches for leading Silicon Valley investment funds.<br /><br />In this episode, Nidhi opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why growth begins at the edge of discomfort<br />🔸 How failure becomes a powerful stepping stone, not a setback<br />🔸 Leading with self awareness, balance, and purpose<br />🔸 Redifining ambition - investing in younger generation's success<br /><br />💬 “Unless you try, you’ll never know. Growth comes from stepping into fear and choosing to be responsible for your own becoming.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3202</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>58</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Sahana Sharan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-sahana-sharan--69275401</link><description><![CDATA[Some career shifts start not with dissatisfaction, but with a deeper awareness of what constant pressure is doing inside. On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, we’re joined by Dr. Sahana Sharan, a nervous system–based leadership strategist who helps high-performing leaders expand their internal capacity so they can lead with calm, clarity, and impact in high-pressure environments.A former physician and Fortune 5 corporate executive, Sahana spent over 15 years building and scaling national healthcare programs, leading teams across multiple states, and generating more than $1 billion in healthcare savings. On paper, her career looked extraordinary. Inside, she was quietly waking up each day with anxiety, relentless pressure, and the belief that this was simply the cost of success.That breaking point became her turning point.Through her own lived experience, Sahana discovered science-backed mind–body tools never taught in medical school. She found tools that helped her regulate stress at the nervous system level, shift out of reactivity, and fundamentally change how she showed up as a leader. Today, she blends neuroscience, emotional regulation, and executive strategy through her E.L.I.T.E. Integrated Leadership System, guiding leaders to move from over-functioning to grounded, embodied leadership others can feel.In this episode, Dr. Sahana shares:<br /><br />🔸 Why mindset and strategy alone break down under sustained pressure<br />🔸 How an overwhelmed nervous system quietly fuels self-doubt and burnout<br />🔸 The moment she realized anxiety wasn’t weakness, but information<br />🔸 What it truly means to lead from the inside out when it matters most<br /><br />💬 “What holds most leaders back isn’t a lack of skill or ambition. It’s a nervous system that never learned how to feel safe under pressure.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69275401</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:23:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69275401/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_57_dr_sahana_sharan.mp3" length="125080576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Some career shifts start not with dissatisfaction, but with a deeper awareness of what constant pressure is doing inside. On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, we’re joined by Dr. Sahana Sharan, a nervous system–based leadership strategist who...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Some career shifts start not with dissatisfaction, but with a deeper awareness of what constant pressure is doing inside. On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, we’re joined by Dr. Sahana Sharan, a nervous system–based leadership strategist who helps high-performing leaders expand their internal capacity so they can lead with calm, clarity, and impact in high-pressure environments.A former physician and Fortune 5 corporate executive, Sahana spent over 15 years building and scaling national healthcare programs, leading teams across multiple states, and generating more than $1 billion in healthcare savings. On paper, her career looked extraordinary. Inside, she was quietly waking up each day with anxiety, relentless pressure, and the belief that this was simply the cost of success.That breaking point became her turning point.Through her own lived experience, Sahana discovered science-backed mind–body tools never taught in medical school. She found tools that helped her regulate stress at the nervous system level, shift out of reactivity, and fundamentally change how she showed up as a leader. Today, she blends neuroscience, emotional regulation, and executive strategy through her E.L.I.T.E. Integrated Leadership System, guiding leaders to move from over-functioning to grounded, embodied leadership others can feel.In this episode, Dr. Sahana shares:<br /><br />🔸 Why mindset and strategy alone break down under sustained pressure<br />🔸 How an overwhelmed nervous system quietly fuels self-doubt and burnout<br />🔸 The moment she realized anxiety wasn’t weakness, but information<br />🔸 What it truly means to lead from the inside out when it matters most<br /><br />💬 “What holds most leaders back isn’t a lack of skill or ambition. It’s a nervous system that never learned how to feel safe under pressure.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3127</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>57</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sweta Patel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sweta-patel--69158747</link><description><![CDATA[This week on Leaders Creating Rukus, we’re joined by Sweta Patel, founder of Sadhna Legal Nurse Consulting. Sweta is an OB-trained nurse with more than 16 years of experience spanning Labor &amp; Delivery, NICU, infusion therapy, infectious disease, medical device integration, and travel nursing.Her work today lives at a rarely seen crossroads. After years at the bedside and in clinical leadership roles, Sweta now partners with attorneys on birth injury and medical malpractice cases, translating complex medical realities into clear, actionable insight. She brings compassion shaped by patient care, precision grounded in clinical experience, and a systems-level understanding of where care breaks down when it matters most.In this episode, Sweta shares:<br /><br />🔸 How nursing autonomy shaped her leadership voice<br />🔸 Why stepping out of the hospital setting was both terrifying and necessary<br />🔸 What it takes to build a niche, values-driven business in a little-known field<br />🔸 And how refusing to live in “what if” became her turning point]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69158747</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:55:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69158747/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_56_sweta_patel.mp3" length="110181376" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week on Leaders Creating Rukus, we’re joined by Sweta Patel, founder of Sadhna Legal Nurse Consulting. Sweta is an OB-trained nurse with more than 16 years of experience spanning Labor &amp;amp; Delivery, NICU, infusion therapy, infectious disease,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week on Leaders Creating Rukus, we’re joined by Sweta Patel, founder of Sadhna Legal Nurse Consulting. Sweta is an OB-trained nurse with more than 16 years of experience spanning Labor &amp; Delivery, NICU, infusion therapy, infectious disease, medical device integration, and travel nursing.Her work today lives at a rarely seen crossroads. After years at the bedside and in clinical leadership roles, Sweta now partners with attorneys on birth injury and medical malpractice cases, translating complex medical realities into clear, actionable insight. She brings compassion shaped by patient care, precision grounded in clinical experience, and a systems-level understanding of where care breaks down when it matters most.In this episode, Sweta shares:<br /><br />🔸 How nursing autonomy shaped her leadership voice<br />🔸 Why stepping out of the hospital setting was both terrifying and necessary<br />🔸 What it takes to build a niche, values-driven business in a little-known field<br />🔸 And how refusing to live in “what if” became her turning point]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2755</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>56</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kim Jones</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kim-jones--68970919</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi Arora sits down with Kim Jones, an executive coach, former Divisional CIO, and educator who has spent twenty-five years helping leaders rise to their full potential.Kim’s career began inside Fortune 250 companies, where she moved through finance, risk, operations, and IT before stepping into a senior role at Farmers Insurance Company. Although she succeeded in highly complex environments, she eventually chose a different path. She built a coaching and consulting practice focused on supporting leaders at every stage, from new managers to executives shaping entire organizations. Along with her corporate background, Kim teaches inclusive leadership through UCLA Extension and brings a strong foundation in cultural anthropology to her work, giving her a rare and meaningful perspective on how identity, power, and bias shape a person’s ability to lead.In this episode, Kim talks about:<br /><br />🔸How psychological safety creates stronger teams<br />🔸Why microaggressions influence confidence long before they influence promotions<br />🔸How leaders can respond when conflict and difference collide in the workplace]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68970919</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:35:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68970919/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_55_kim_jones.mp3" length="115045696" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi Arora sits down with Kim Jones, an executive coach, former Divisional CIO, and educator who has spent twenty-five years helping leaders rise to their full potential.Kim’s career began inside Fortune 250...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus Aashi Arora sits down with Kim Jones, an executive coach, former Divisional CIO, and educator who has spent twenty-five years helping leaders rise to their full potential.Kim’s career began inside Fortune 250 companies, where she moved through finance, risk, operations, and IT before stepping into a senior role at Farmers Insurance Company. Although she succeeded in highly complex environments, she eventually chose a different path. She built a coaching and consulting practice focused on supporting leaders at every stage, from new managers to executives shaping entire organizations. Along with her corporate background, Kim teaches inclusive leadership through UCLA Extension and brings a strong foundation in cultural anthropology to her work, giving her a rare and meaningful perspective on how identity, power, and bias shape a person’s ability to lead.In this episode, Kim talks about:<br /><br />🔸How psychological safety creates stronger teams<br />🔸Why microaggressions influence confidence long before they influence promotions<br />🔸How leaders can respond when conflict and difference collide in the workplace]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2877</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>55</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Saba Fatima</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/saba-fatima--68814045</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Saba Fatima, a pediatric hospitalist, researcher, writer, and creator of Muted in Medicine, for a conversation about identity, grief, belonging, and the hidden emotional labor carried by people in healthcare.From her childhood in Karachi, to medical training in Philadelphia, to caring for hospitalized children in Kansas, Saba’s story offers a close look at what happens behind the curtain of modern medicine. She reflected on the loss of a pediatric patient early in her career, the isolation of litigation, the search for community, and the moment she realized she had to create the resources she once needed.She spoke about identity as an immigrant woman of color, the relief of embracing her real self, and the power of narrative medicine to help people name the experiences they have been taught to hide. Through her honesty, she gives voice to the struggles that many clinicians keep quiet for years.<br /><br />💡 Leadership Lessons from Dr. Saba Fatima’s Episode<br /><br />🔸 Silence Creates Harm. Saba explained how the culture of perfection in medicine discourages people from sharing fear, grief, or uncertainty. By speaking openly, she invites others to release the weight they have been carrying alone.<br /><br />🔸 Systems Shape Outcomes More Than Individuals. Her work in patient safety highlights that errors rarely come from one person. They come from imperfect environments, staffing gaps, and pressures that compound. Real progress begins when we study the system instead of the individual.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68814045</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:03:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68814045/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_54_saba_fatima.mp3" length="121286656" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Saba Fatima, a pediatric hospitalist, researcher, writer, and creator of Muted in Medicine, for a conversation about identity, grief, belonging, and the hidden emotional labor carried by people in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Saba Fatima, a pediatric hospitalist, researcher, writer, and creator of Muted in Medicine, for a conversation about identity, grief, belonging, and the hidden emotional labor carried by people in healthcare.From her childhood in Karachi, to medical training in Philadelphia, to caring for hospitalized children in Kansas, Saba’s story offers a close look at what happens behind the curtain of modern medicine. She reflected on the loss of a pediatric patient early in her career, the isolation of litigation, the search for community, and the moment she realized she had to create the resources she once needed.She spoke about identity as an immigrant woman of color, the relief of embracing her real self, and the power of narrative medicine to help people name the experiences they have been taught to hide. Through her honesty, she gives voice to the struggles that many clinicians keep quiet for years.<br /><br />💡 Leadership Lessons from Dr. Saba Fatima’s Episode<br /><br />🔸 Silence Creates Harm. Saba explained how the culture of perfection in medicine discourages people from sharing fear, grief, or uncertainty. By speaking openly, she invites others to release the weight they have been carrying alone.<br /><br />🔸 Systems Shape Outcomes More Than Individuals. Her work in patient safety highlights that errors rarely come from one person. They come from imperfect environments, staffing gaps, and pressures that compound. Real progress begins when we study the system instead of the individual.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3033</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>54</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Rania Chami</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rania-chami--68744249</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora speaks with Rania Chami, a nutrition and life coach whose story reaches from wartime Beirut to coaching rooms in the United States. The episode follows her journey through immigration, motherhood, divorce, and professional reinvention, then shows how these experiences shaped the work she brings to women navigating midlife changes.Rania explained how food, identity, and hormones influence one another. She described her childhood in a city marked by conflict, her adjustment to the American food landscape, and the moment she realized that information alone could not help clients shift long-held habits. Her reflections invite listeners to look at their own choices through the lens of identity, stress patterns, and the stories they absorbed earlier in life.The episode gives listeners a close look at how nutrition and mindset interact with daily behavior, relationships, and leadership.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68744249</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 17:59:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68744249/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_53_rania_chami.mp3" length="115775296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora speaks with Rania Chami, a nutrition and life coach whose story reaches from wartime Beirut to coaching rooms in the United States. The episode follows her journey through immigration, motherhood,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora speaks with Rania Chami, a nutrition and life coach whose story reaches from wartime Beirut to coaching rooms in the United States. The episode follows her journey through immigration, motherhood, divorce, and professional reinvention, then shows how these experiences shaped the work she brings to women navigating midlife changes.Rania explained how food, identity, and hormones influence one another. She described her childhood in a city marked by conflict, her adjustment to the American food landscape, and the moment she realized that information alone could not help clients shift long-held habits. Her reflections invite listeners to look at their own choices through the lens of identity, stress patterns, and the stories they absorbed earlier in life.The episode gives listeners a close look at how nutrition and mindset interact with daily behavior, relationships, and leadership.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2895</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>53</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Reena B. Patel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/reena-b-patel--68592799</link><description><![CDATA[What if parenting and leadership were really two sides of the same lesson? In this episode Aashi has an illuminating conversation with parenting expert, positive psychologist, and licensed educational board-certified behavior analyst Reena B. Patel.<br /><br />For more than two decades, Reena has worked with families and children, guiding them through the emotional, academic, and social layers of growth. She helps parents and educators build practical systems rooted in compassion and balance, whether through her virtual workshops or her widely recognized practice in behavioral support and positive parenting.<br /><br />Reena’s insights bridge the worlds of home and leadership. On the show, she reflects on:<br /><br />🔸 Why parenting shapes stronger leaders<br />🔸 How digital life is reshaping family connection and mental wellness<br />🔸 The power of creating a family mission statement rooted in shared values<br /><br />As the author of Winnie &amp; Her Worries, she offers children and caregivers a gentle way to talk about anxiety and resilience. Her work reminds us that family health isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68592799</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 02:45:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68592799/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_52_reena_b_patel.mp3" length="116440576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if parenting and leadership were really two sides of the same lesson? In this episode Aashi has an illuminating conversation with parenting expert, positive psychologist, and licensed educational board-certified behavior analyst Reena B. Patel....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if parenting and leadership were really two sides of the same lesson? In this episode Aashi has an illuminating conversation with parenting expert, positive psychologist, and licensed educational board-certified behavior analyst Reena B. Patel.<br /><br />For more than two decades, Reena has worked with families and children, guiding them through the emotional, academic, and social layers of growth. She helps parents and educators build practical systems rooted in compassion and balance, whether through her virtual workshops or her widely recognized practice in behavioral support and positive parenting.<br /><br />Reena’s insights bridge the worlds of home and leadership. On the show, she reflects on:<br /><br />🔸 Why parenting shapes stronger leaders<br />🔸 How digital life is reshaping family connection and mental wellness<br />🔸 The power of creating a family mission statement rooted in shared values<br /><br />As the author of Winnie &amp; Her Worries, she offers children and caregivers a gentle way to talk about anxiety and resilience. Her work reminds us that family health isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2911</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>52</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Rush Shah</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rush-shah--68532343</link><description><![CDATA[What if leading your business felt less about tracking numbers and more about building steady, intentional growth? In this episode Aashi Arora sits down with Rush Shah, Chief Financial Officer, founder of Modern CFO Services, and trusted advisor to companies aiming to scale with purpose.With more than twenty years of experience in finance across Providence, Kaiser Permanente, and NAPA Center, Rush has guided organizations in healthcare and professional services to turn financial data into clear direction. Now, as a fractional CFO, he partners with entrepreneurs to look forward instead of backward—transforming financial insight into confident action.In this episode, Rush discusses:<br /><br />🔸 How leadership, not management, defines a company’s financial strength<br />🔸 The real distinction between a CPA and a CFO<br />🔸 Why accountability and ownership shape long-term success]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68532343</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:06:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68532343/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_51_rush_shah.mp3" length="117360256" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if leading your business felt less about tracking numbers and more about building steady, intentional growth? In this episode Aashi Arora sits down with Rush Shah, Chief Financial Officer, founder of Modern CFO Services, and trusted advisor to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if leading your business felt less about tracking numbers and more about building steady, intentional growth? In this episode Aashi Arora sits down with Rush Shah, Chief Financial Officer, founder of Modern CFO Services, and trusted advisor to companies aiming to scale with purpose.With more than twenty years of experience in finance across Providence, Kaiser Permanente, and NAPA Center, Rush has guided organizations in healthcare and professional services to turn financial data into clear direction. Now, as a fractional CFO, he partners with entrepreneurs to look forward instead of backward—transforming financial insight into confident action.In this episode, Rush discusses:<br /><br />🔸 How leadership, not management, defines a company’s financial strength<br />🔸 The real distinction between a CPA and a CFO<br />🔸 Why accountability and ownership shape long-term success]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2934</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>51</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Anniversary Special</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/anniversary-special--68532342</link><description><![CDATA[In this special episode, Aashi sits down with Emily Scott, financial confidant and thought partner, for a candid, full-circle conversation about leadership, legacy, and the values that shaped her path. From a 20+ years executive career to building a thriving coaching practice, she has created a podcast that amplifies voices of innovation and change.For Aashi, leadership has always been rooted in empathy, relationships, and impact which are values modeled by her parents and refined through decades of experience in healthcare and executive leadership. Over the past year, Leaders Creating Rukus has grown into a platform for meaningful dialogue and hope, spotlighting stories of changemakers who challenge the status quo.In this anniversary episode, Aashi opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 The journey that led her from the C-suite to coaching and podcasting<br />🔸 How empathy and respect shaped her leadership style<br />🔸 The legacy of her late father and what it taught her about purpose<br />🔸 Lessons from a year of transformative conversations<br />🔸 Her vision for Year Two: leading with hope, positivity, and impact]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68532342</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:04:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68532342/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_50_anniversary_special.mp3" length="58165216" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this special episode, Aashi sits down with Emily Scott, financial confidant and thought partner, for a candid, full-circle conversation about leadership, legacy, and the values that shaped her path. From a 20+ years executive career to building a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this special episode, Aashi sits down with Emily Scott, financial confidant and thought partner, for a candid, full-circle conversation about leadership, legacy, and the values that shaped her path. From a 20+ years executive career to building a thriving coaching practice, she has created a podcast that amplifies voices of innovation and change.For Aashi, leadership has always been rooted in empathy, relationships, and impact which are values modeled by her parents and refined through decades of experience in healthcare and executive leadership. Over the past year, Leaders Creating Rukus has grown into a platform for meaningful dialogue and hope, spotlighting stories of changemakers who challenge the status quo.In this anniversary episode, Aashi opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 The journey that led her from the C-suite to coaching and podcasting<br />🔸 How empathy and respect shaped her leadership style<br />🔸 The legacy of her late father and what it taught her about purpose<br />🔸 Lessons from a year of transformative conversations<br />🔸 Her vision for Year Two: leading with hope, positivity, and impact]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2909</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>50</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Priya Shah</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/priya-shah--68174583</link><description><![CDATA[What if success didn’t mean doing more—but doing it with meaning?<br /><br />This Sunday at 4 PM PST, tune in to Leaders Creating Rukus as Aashi Arora sits down with Priya Shah—communications strategist, founder, and CEO of ShahSquared® Consulting—for an inspiring conversation on redefining success, storytelling, and self-leadership.With over 15 years of experience leading global communications for enterprises, startups, and mission-driven organizations, Priya has built her career helping others find their voice—and use it with impact. At Clarivate, she created the ShahSquared Communications Model™, blending data-driven insight with powerful storytelling to elevate brand credibility and executive thought leadership.But her journey wasn’t linear. From growing up in small-town Iowa to launching her own fractional communications firm, Priya’s path has been one of curiosity, reinvention, and balance.<br /><br /> In this episode, she opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 How she went from food publicist to B2B communications strategist<br />🔸 The importance of building your personal brand—no matter your title<br />🔸 And the life-changing conversation with her father that redefined her view of success and work-life balance<br /><br />💬 “You can shape entrepreneurship to fit your life—it doesn’t have to consume it. Success is about how you define it.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68174583</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 02:45:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68174583/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_49_priya_shah.mp3" length="58888576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if success didn’t mean doing more—but doing it with meaning?

This Sunday at 4 PM PST, tune in to Leaders Creating Rukus as Aashi Arora sits down with Priya Shah—communications strategist, founder, and CEO of ShahSquared® Consulting—for an...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if success didn’t mean doing more—but doing it with meaning?<br /><br />This Sunday at 4 PM PST, tune in to Leaders Creating Rukus as Aashi Arora sits down with Priya Shah—communications strategist, founder, and CEO of ShahSquared® Consulting—for an inspiring conversation on redefining success, storytelling, and self-leadership.With over 15 years of experience leading global communications for enterprises, startups, and mission-driven organizations, Priya has built her career helping others find their voice—and use it with impact. At Clarivate, she created the ShahSquared Communications Model™, blending data-driven insight with powerful storytelling to elevate brand credibility and executive thought leadership.But her journey wasn’t linear. From growing up in small-town Iowa to launching her own fractional communications firm, Priya’s path has been one of curiosity, reinvention, and balance.<br /><br /> In this episode, she opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 How she went from food publicist to B2B communications strategist<br />🔸 The importance of building your personal brand—no matter your title<br />🔸 And the life-changing conversation with her father that redefined her view of success and work-life balance<br /><br />💬 “You can shape entrepreneurship to fit your life—it doesn’t have to consume it. Success is about how you define it.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2945</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>49</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Amber Ussin Davey</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/amber-ussin-davey--68112555</link><description><![CDATA[What if understanding your nervous system could reshape the way you lead?<br /><br />In this episode, Aashi Arora sits down with Amber Ussin-Davey, MA, LCPC, PCC, an executive coach and therapist with more than two decades of experience helping leaders, teams, and mission-driven women navigate change with clarity and steadiness.<br /><br />Amber combines applied neuroscience, somatic awareness, and mindfulness to teach clients how to regulate their nervous systems and lead with presence. Her frameworks—BE HERE and LeadHERE—blend psychological research with concrete practices that strengthen communication, decision-making, and self-trust. She has guided healthcare professionals, executives, and women at pivotal turning points toward resilience and meaningful impact.<br /><br />In this conversation, Amber shares:<br />🔹 Ways to recognize when your nervous system needs attention rather than discipline<br />🔹 How burnout and biology intersect in leadership<br />🔹 How compassionate awareness creates safer, more sustainable workplaces<br /><br />💬 “We are nervous systems interacting every moment. When we learn to steady our own, we bring steadiness to everyone around us.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68112555</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:47:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68112555/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_48_amber_ussin_davey.mp3" length="119568256" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if understanding your nervous system could reshape the way you lead?

In this episode, Aashi Arora sits down with Amber Ussin-Davey, MA, LCPC, PCC, an executive coach and therapist with more than two decades of experience helping leaders, teams,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if understanding your nervous system could reshape the way you lead?<br /><br />In this episode, Aashi Arora sits down with Amber Ussin-Davey, MA, LCPC, PCC, an executive coach and therapist with more than two decades of experience helping leaders, teams, and mission-driven women navigate change with clarity and steadiness.<br /><br />Amber combines applied neuroscience, somatic awareness, and mindfulness to teach clients how to regulate their nervous systems and lead with presence. Her frameworks—BE HERE and LeadHERE—blend psychological research with concrete practices that strengthen communication, decision-making, and self-trust. She has guided healthcare professionals, executives, and women at pivotal turning points toward resilience and meaningful impact.<br /><br />In this conversation, Amber shares:<br />🔹 Ways to recognize when your nervous system needs attention rather than discipline<br />🔹 How burnout and biology intersect in leadership<br />🔹 How compassionate awareness creates safer, more sustainable workplaces<br /><br />💬 “We are nervous systems interacting every moment. When we learn to steady our own, we bring steadiness to everyone around us.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2990</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>48</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Nicole Lu</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/nicole-lu--68050129</link><description><![CDATA[This week on Leaders Creating Rukus, we sit down with multilingual commercial real estate broker Nicole Lu, who shares her fascinating path from world traveler to Los Angeles dealmaker. Nicole has worked in seven languages across Asia, Africa, and Europe, before returning home to California to help international and local clients identify U.S. investment properties. Whether it’s multifamily, retail, or land at every stage of development—from vacant lots to shovel-ready projects—Nicole’s specialty is translating each client’s objectives into the right property at the right time.<br /><br />But her story is more than real estate. From studying Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese at UC Berkeley, to earning her MBA at INSEAD in France and Singapore, to nonprofit work in South Africa, Nicole’s career has been about building bridges across cultures, industries, and people. Today, as President of INSEAD Los Angeles, she continues to champion global connection while leading a top-producing brokerage team.<br /><br />In this episode, Nicole opens up about:<br />🔸 Why listening is the most powerful sales skill you can have<br />🔸 How language fluency sharpened her ability to read people beyond words<br />🔸 Why commercial real estate is still male-dominated—and how women can thrive in it<br />🔸 The role of ego (and how to take yourself out of the equation to get better outcomes)<br />🔸 And why she believes everyone should take a sales role at least once in their career<br /><br />💬 “It’s not about me. My job is to facilitate the best possible outcome for my client—and that means listening for what truly serves.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68050129</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 17:28:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68050129/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_47_nicole_lu.mp3" length="116372416" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week on Leaders Creating Rukus, we sit down with multilingual commercial real estate broker Nicole Lu, who shares her fascinating path from world traveler to Los Angeles dealmaker. Nicole has worked in seven languages across Asia, Africa, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week on Leaders Creating Rukus, we sit down with multilingual commercial real estate broker Nicole Lu, who shares her fascinating path from world traveler to Los Angeles dealmaker. Nicole has worked in seven languages across Asia, Africa, and Europe, before returning home to California to help international and local clients identify U.S. investment properties. Whether it’s multifamily, retail, or land at every stage of development—from vacant lots to shovel-ready projects—Nicole’s specialty is translating each client’s objectives into the right property at the right time.<br /><br />But her story is more than real estate. From studying Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese at UC Berkeley, to earning her MBA at INSEAD in France and Singapore, to nonprofit work in South Africa, Nicole’s career has been about building bridges across cultures, industries, and people. Today, as President of INSEAD Los Angeles, she continues to champion global connection while leading a top-producing brokerage team.<br /><br />In this episode, Nicole opens up about:<br />🔸 Why listening is the most powerful sales skill you can have<br />🔸 How language fluency sharpened her ability to read people beyond words<br />🔸 Why commercial real estate is still male-dominated—and how women can thrive in it<br />🔸 The role of ego (and how to take yourself out of the equation to get better outcomes)<br />🔸 And why she believes everyone should take a sales role at least once in their career<br /><br />💬 “It’s not about me. My job is to facilitate the best possible outcome for my client—and that means listening for what truly serves.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2910</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>47</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Asha Kumar &amp; Anil Punyapu</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/asha-kumar-anil-punyapu--67947789</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Asha Kumar—literary manager, producer, and founder of Door 38 Management &amp; Production—and her husband Anil Punyapu, founder and CEO of UpHealth.ai.Asha’s path stretched from scaling a network of imaging centers in healthcare to building a creative firm that develops films, TV series, and documentaries amplifying underrepresented voices. Anil spent two decades helping grow Cvent from a two-person startup into a global SaaS powerhouse before launching UpHealth.ai to address stress and burnout in the workplace.<br /><br />Together, they co-founded the Padmavati Family Foundation and remain deeply involved in philanthropic work from UCLA to Akshaya Patra USA.In this episode, Asha and Anil reveal how their professional accomplishments connect with a family mission to create space for giving, education, and empowerment.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67947789</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 05:58:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67947789/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_46_asha_kumar_anil_punyapu.mp3" length="61059616" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Asha Kumar—literary manager, producer, and founder of Door 38 Management &amp;amp; Production—and her husband Anil Punyapu, founder and CEO of UpHealth.ai.Asha’s path stretched from scaling a network of imaging centers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Asha Kumar—literary manager, producer, and founder of Door 38 Management &amp; Production—and her husband Anil Punyapu, founder and CEO of UpHealth.ai.Asha’s path stretched from scaling a network of imaging centers in healthcare to building a creative firm that develops films, TV series, and documentaries amplifying underrepresented voices. Anil spent two decades helping grow Cvent from a two-person startup into a global SaaS powerhouse before launching UpHealth.ai to address stress and burnout in the workplace.<br /><br />Together, they co-founded the Padmavati Family Foundation and remain deeply involved in philanthropic work from UCLA to Akshaya Patra USA.In this episode, Asha and Anil reveal how their professional accomplishments connect with a family mission to create space for giving, education, and empowerment.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3053</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>46</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ashlee Hayes</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ashlee-hayes--67848932</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of  Leaders Creating Rukus, I’m sitting down with Ashlee Klevens Hayes, PharmD, MHA—founder of RX Ashlee, three-time author (including Confidently You), keynote speaker, and host of the podcast This Wasn’t My Plan.Ashlee has coached more than 6,000 clients worldwide on interviews, negotiations, and leadership growth, teaching ambitious professionals how to cut through the noise with clarity, communication, and strategy.In our conversation, she shares:<br /><ul><li>Why most professionals don’t actually lack confidence—they lack clarity</li><li>Tools to clearly articulate your value in high-stakes conversations</li><li>How preparation and practice can transform interviews and negotiations</li><li>Why nerves aren’t a weakness—they’re proof you care</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67848932</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:25:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67848932/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_45_ashlee_hayes.mp3" length="59010496" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of  Leaders Creating Rukus, I’m sitting down with Ashlee Klevens Hayes, PharmD, MHA—founder of RX Ashlee, three-time author (including Confidently You), keynote speaker, and host of the podcast This Wasn’t My Plan.Ashlee has coached...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of  Leaders Creating Rukus, I’m sitting down with Ashlee Klevens Hayes, PharmD, MHA—founder of RX Ashlee, three-time author (including Confidently You), keynote speaker, and host of the podcast This Wasn’t My Plan.Ashlee has coached more than 6,000 clients worldwide on interviews, negotiations, and leadership growth, teaching ambitious professionals how to cut through the noise with clarity, communication, and strategy.In our conversation, she shares:<br /><ul><li>Why most professionals don’t actually lack confidence—they lack clarity</li><li>Tools to clearly articulate your value in high-stakes conversations</li><li>How preparation and practice can transform interviews and negotiations</li><li>Why nerves aren’t a weakness—they’re proof you care</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2951</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>45</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sapna Abrol</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sapna-abrol--67765351</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sapna Abrol—environmental scientist, founder of Alpha Environmental, and lifelong advocate for sustainability—for a powerful dialogue about science, entrepreneurship, and building solutions that serve both people and the planet.From starting a family business with her dad over 20 years ago, to advising state and local governments on climate change and water quality, to serving on nonprofit boards that protect coastlines and bring clean water to Malawi, Sapna’s story is a testament to the impact one leader can make when values and vision align.<br /><br />💡 Leadership Lessons from Sapna Abrol’s Episode:<br /><br />🔸 Family Roots Fuel Long-Term Vision. What began as a company with her dad became a 20+ year legacy of innovation and sustainability.<br />🔸 Sustainability Is Smart Business. Building products that are good for people and the planet isn’t just ethics—it’s a competitive advantage.<br />🔸 Leadership Extends Beyond Profit. Serving on nonprofit boards and advising governments keeps her impact global and community-focused.<br />🔸 Balance Is Leadership Too. Sapna shares candidly about navigating life as a scientist, founder, wife, and mom—and the lessons learned in the process.<br />🔸 Align Work With Values. Her journey proves that when purpose drives business, success is measured not only in growth but in lasting change.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67765351</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:38:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67765351/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_44_sapna_abrol.mp3" length="57178816" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sapna Abrol—environmental scientist, founder of Alpha Environmental, and lifelong advocate for sustainability—for a powerful dialogue about science, entrepreneurship, and building solutions that serve both people...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sapna Abrol—environmental scientist, founder of Alpha Environmental, and lifelong advocate for sustainability—for a powerful dialogue about science, entrepreneurship, and building solutions that serve both people and the planet.From starting a family business with her dad over 20 years ago, to advising state and local governments on climate change and water quality, to serving on nonprofit boards that protect coastlines and bring clean water to Malawi, Sapna’s story is a testament to the impact one leader can make when values and vision align.<br /><br />💡 Leadership Lessons from Sapna Abrol’s Episode:<br /><br />🔸 Family Roots Fuel Long-Term Vision. What began as a company with her dad became a 20+ year legacy of innovation and sustainability.<br />🔸 Sustainability Is Smart Business. Building products that are good for people and the planet isn’t just ethics—it’s a competitive advantage.<br />🔸 Leadership Extends Beyond Profit. Serving on nonprofit boards and advising governments keeps her impact global and community-focused.<br />🔸 Balance Is Leadership Too. Sapna shares candidly about navigating life as a scientist, founder, wife, and mom—and the lessons learned in the process.<br />🔸 Align Work With Values. Her journey proves that when purpose drives business, success is measured not only in growth but in lasting change.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2859</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>44</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Nikki Arora</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/nikki-arora--67703435</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and visionary founder Nikki Arora. With over two decades of experience driving transformation across private enterprises and non-profits globally, Nikki is the force behind CerraCap Ventures—a firm dedicated to human-centric innovation and empowering diverse women entrepreneurs.<br /><br />Her path wasn’t conventional. From navigating the challenges of scaling global businesses to breaking through systemic barriers in venture capital, Nikki has built her career around one core mission: creating access, opportunity, and impact. Through mentorship, investment, and community leadership, she’s helping women reclaim power, build wealth, and change the face of entrepreneurship.In this episode, <br /><br />Nikki opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 How to bridge the gap in access to capital for women founders<br />🔸 Why advancing human-centered technology is key to meaningful innovation<br />🔸 What it takes to align profit with purpose—and impact with vision<br />💬 “When you empower women and give them capital, they don’t just build businesses—they build futures.”]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67703435</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 14:26:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67703435/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_43_nikki_arora.mp3" length="60460096" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and visionary founder Nikki Arora. With over two decades of experience driving transformation across private enterprises and non-profits globally, Nikki is the force...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and visionary founder Nikki Arora. With over two decades of experience driving transformation across private enterprises and non-profits globally, Nikki is the force behind CerraCap Ventures—a firm dedicated to human-centric innovation and empowering diverse women entrepreneurs.<br /><br />Her path wasn’t conventional. From navigating the challenges of scaling global businesses to breaking through systemic barriers in venture capital, Nikki has built her career around one core mission: creating access, opportunity, and impact. Through mentorship, investment, and community leadership, she’s helping women reclaim power, build wealth, and change the face of entrepreneurship.In this episode, <br /><br />Nikki opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 How to bridge the gap in access to capital for women founders<br />🔸 Why advancing human-centered technology is key to meaningful innovation<br />🔸 What it takes to align profit with purpose—and impact with vision<br />💬 “When you empower women and give them capital, they don’t just build businesses—they build futures.”]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3023</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>43</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Genie Love</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/genie-love--67574420</link><description><![CDATA[With 20 years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Genie has spent her career helping people whose brains work differently thrive—in classrooms, in families, and now in organizations. Through Beyond Coaching and her NeuroAutonomy Method, she equips leaders with practical strategies: clarifying expectations without micromanaging, creating executive-function-friendly workflows, building psychologically safe, sensory-aware spaces, and communicating in ways that reduce friction.But her path wasn’t linear. After training in physical therapy, she transitioned into teaching in the U.S. and South America. Later, her own daughter’s ADHD diagnosis deepened her commitment to this work—shaping her mission to support adults navigating late diagnoses and to help leaders build environments where neurodivergent talent isn’t just included but empowered.In this episode, Genie opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why one in five people is neurodivergent—and what that means for the workplace<br />🔸 The hidden costs of “masking” and how it drives burnout<br />🔸 Simple leadership practices that benefit all employees<br />🔸 And how cultural differences shape conversations about neurodivergence and inclusion]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67574420</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:35:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67574420/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_42_genie_love.mp3" length="59831776" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>With 20 years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Genie has spent her career helping people whose brains work differently thrive—in classrooms, in families, and now in organizations. Through Beyond Coaching and her...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[With 20 years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Genie has spent her career helping people whose brains work differently thrive—in classrooms, in families, and now in organizations. Through Beyond Coaching and her NeuroAutonomy Method, she equips leaders with practical strategies: clarifying expectations without micromanaging, creating executive-function-friendly workflows, building psychologically safe, sensory-aware spaces, and communicating in ways that reduce friction.But her path wasn’t linear. After training in physical therapy, she transitioned into teaching in the U.S. and South America. Later, her own daughter’s ADHD diagnosis deepened her commitment to this work—shaping her mission to support adults navigating late diagnoses and to help leaders build environments where neurodivergent talent isn’t just included but empowered.In this episode, Genie opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 Why one in five people is neurodivergent—and what that means for the workplace<br />🔸 The hidden costs of “masking” and how it drives burnout<br />🔸 Simple leadership practices that benefit all employees<br />🔸 And how cultural differences shape conversations about neurodivergence and inclusion]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2992</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>42</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Emily Scott</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/emily-scott--67449318</link><description><![CDATA[What if understanding your money story could unlock not just financial freedom—but peace of mind?<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Emily Scott—confidential thought partner, author, and financial guide—who has spent decades helping people see how their money story shapes every part of life. Emily’s path has taken her from Wall Street to family office management, philanthropy, and legacy planning. Along the way, she discovered that the most powerful financial decisions aren’t about spreadsheets or stock picks, but about the hidden beliefs and emotions we carry about money. Today, she helps clients—from wealthy couples to women in transition—rewrite those stories with clarity and confidence. <br /><br />In this episode, Emily opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 How her own “bag lady syndrome” shifted her entire perspective on wealth<br />🔸 Why our money stories are as unique as fingerprints—and how they quietly shape careers, families, and relationships<br />🔸 What couples, leaders, and professionals can do to bring awareness to the emotional side of money]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67449318</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:40:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67449318/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_41_emily_scott.mp3" length="61276096" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if understanding your money story could unlock not just financial freedom—but peace of mind?

In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Emily Scott—confidential thought partner, author, and financial guide—who has spent decades...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if understanding your money story could unlock not just financial freedom—but peace of mind?<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Emily Scott—confidential thought partner, author, and financial guide—who has spent decades helping people see how their money story shapes every part of life. Emily’s path has taken her from Wall Street to family office management, philanthropy, and legacy planning. Along the way, she discovered that the most powerful financial decisions aren’t about spreadsheets or stock picks, but about the hidden beliefs and emotions we carry about money. Today, she helps clients—from wealthy couples to women in transition—rewrite those stories with clarity and confidence. <br /><br />In this episode, Emily opens up about:<br /><br />🔸 How her own “bag lady syndrome” shifted her entire perspective on wealth<br />🔸 Why our money stories are as unique as fingerprints—and how they quietly shape careers, families, and relationships<br />🔸 What couples, leaders, and professionals can do to bring awareness to the emotional side of money]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3064</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ritu Malhotra</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ritu-malhotra--67392687</link><description><![CDATA[What if transforming healthcare—and making medicine more affordable—wasn’t just a policy decision, but a leadership choice?<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Ritu Malhotra, PharmD—nationally recognized pharmacist, healthcare leader, and founder of NiaVista Group—whose two decades in the pharmacy benefits industry have helped plan sponsors, employers, and health systems rethink how care is delivered and how patients access affordable medications. From leading national pharmacy benefit consulting practices to shaping benefit design innovations at CVS Health, Ritu has built a career out of bridging deep clinical expertise with strategic leadership. Today, she’s the trusted advisor executives call when they need to understand—and improve—the entire pharmacy benefit ecosystem, from pricing mechanics to supply chain dynamics.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67392687</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:25:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67392687/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_40_ritu_malhotra.mp3" length="57682816" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What if transforming healthcare—and making medicine more affordable—wasn’t just a policy decision, but a leadership choice?

In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Ritu Malhotra, PharmD—nationally recognized pharmacist, healthcare...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What if transforming healthcare—and making medicine more affordable—wasn’t just a policy decision, but a leadership choice?<br /><br />In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus we sit down with Ritu Malhotra, PharmD—nationally recognized pharmacist, healthcare leader, and founder of NiaVista Group—whose two decades in the pharmacy benefits industry have helped plan sponsors, employers, and health systems rethink how care is delivered and how patients access affordable medications. From leading national pharmacy benefit consulting practices to shaping benefit design innovations at CVS Health, Ritu has built a career out of bridging deep clinical expertise with strategic leadership. Today, she’s the trusted advisor executives call when they need to understand—and improve—the entire pharmacy benefit ecosystem, from pricing mechanics to supply chain dynamics.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2884</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dharshini Mahadevan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dharshini-mahadevan--67379183</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dharshini Mahadevan—healthcare executive, mentor, and trailblazing leader—for a deep dive into connection, candor, and thriving in spaces where you're underestimated. From growing up in a tight-knit immigrant medical community to leading a $120M portfolio at DaVita, Dharshini shares how her journey from dietitian to executive taught her the real currency of leadership: trust, self-awareness, and meaningful relationships.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67379183</guid><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2025 15:51:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67379183/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_39_dharshini_mahadevan.mp3" length="57716416" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dharshini Mahadevan—healthcare executive, mentor, and trailblazing leader—for a deep dive into connection, candor, and thriving in spaces where you're underestimated. From growing up in a tight-knit immigrant...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dharshini Mahadevan—healthcare executive, mentor, and trailblazing leader—for a deep dive into connection, candor, and thriving in spaces where you're underestimated. From growing up in a tight-knit immigrant medical community to leading a $120M portfolio at DaVita, Dharshini shares how her journey from dietitian to executive taught her the real currency of leadership: trust, self-awareness, and meaningful relationships.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2886</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Deepti Nina Gandhi</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-deepti-nina-gandhi--67252423</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Deepti Gandhi—family physician, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and advocate for midlife women’s health—for a groundbreaking conversation about hormonal health, equity, and why leadership must include conversations we’ve been conditioned to avoid.From cultural silence to clinical gaps, Dr. Gandhi unpacks why menopause isn’t just a health issue—it’s a leadership one. With clarity and compassion, she reveals how misunderstanding symptoms like brain fog, anxiety, or burnout can cost women their confidence, careers, and quality of life—and what we can do to change that.<br /><br />💡 Leadership Lessons from Dr. Deepti Gandhi’s Episode:<br /><br />🔸 Silence Isn’t Strength.  Dr. Gandhi reminds us that there’s no medal for “toughing it out.” Breaking the stigma around menopause starts with open, informed conversation—at home and at work.<br /><br />🔸 Symptoms Aren’t Just Hot Flashes.  From brain fog and joint pain to mood changes and sleep issues, hormonal shifts affect focus, performance, and well-being in ways most leaders aren’t trained to recognize.<br /><br />🔸 Education Is Power.  Most medical professionals aren’t taught menopause care. Dr. Gandhi encourages leaders and individuals to seek out accurate, evidence-based resources to make empowered decisions.<br /><br />🔸 Workplaces Must Evolve. Menopause impacts productivity, promotions, and retention. Creating inclusive, informed spaces is not just compassionate—it’s strategic.🔸 Midlife Is a Mirror.  Instead of viewing symptoms as setbacks, Dr. Gandhi reframes midlife as an opportunity to pause, realign, and reclaim purpose—for your health, your leadership, and your legacy.💬 “You are the leader when it comes to your health. And leadership means believing people when they tell you what they’re going through.”🎧 Listen in now to explore how health, identity, and leadership intersect—especially in today’s evolving workplaces.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67252423</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:31:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67252423/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_378_dr_deepti_nina_gandhi.mp3" length="119753536" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Deepti Gandhi—family physician, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and advocate for midlife women’s health—for a groundbreaking conversation about hormonal health, equity, and why leadership must include...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Deepti Gandhi—family physician, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and advocate for midlife women’s health—for a groundbreaking conversation about hormonal health, equity, and why leadership must include conversations we’ve been conditioned to avoid.From cultural silence to clinical gaps, Dr. Gandhi unpacks why menopause isn’t just a health issue—it’s a leadership one. With clarity and compassion, she reveals how misunderstanding symptoms like brain fog, anxiety, or burnout can cost women their confidence, careers, and quality of life—and what we can do to change that.<br /><br />💡 Leadership Lessons from Dr. Deepti Gandhi’s Episode:<br /><br />🔸 Silence Isn’t Strength.  Dr. Gandhi reminds us that there’s no medal for “toughing it out.” Breaking the stigma around menopause starts with open, informed conversation—at home and at work.<br /><br />🔸 Symptoms Aren’t Just Hot Flashes.  From brain fog and joint pain to mood changes and sleep issues, hormonal shifts affect focus, performance, and well-being in ways most leaders aren’t trained to recognize.<br /><br />🔸 Education Is Power.  Most medical professionals aren’t taught menopause care. Dr. Gandhi encourages leaders and individuals to seek out accurate, evidence-based resources to make empowered decisions.<br /><br />🔸 Workplaces Must Evolve. Menopause impacts productivity, promotions, and retention. Creating inclusive, informed spaces is not just compassionate—it’s strategic.🔸 Midlife Is a Mirror.  Instead of viewing symptoms as setbacks, Dr. Gandhi reframes midlife as an opportunity to pause, realign, and reclaim purpose—for your health, your leadership, and your legacy.💬 “You are the leader when it comes to your health. And leadership means believing people when they tell you what they’re going through.”🎧 Listen in now to explore how health, identity, and leadership intersect—especially in today’s evolving workplaces.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2994</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Preethi Raghu</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/preethi-raghu--67107352</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Preethi Raghu—COO, equity advocate, and healthcare changemaker—for a powerful conversation about burnout, legacy, and leading with integrity in high-stakes spaces.From overseeing care for 120,000+ patients to healing from the toll of traditional success, Preethi shares how redefining leadership—from the inside out—has helped her build systems that center people, not just performance.With refreshing honesty, she opens up about her immigrant roots, her journey through burnout, and the courage it takes to lead with heart in complex environments.<br /><br />💡Leadership Lessons from Preethi Raghu’s Episode:<br /><br />🔸 Burnout Is a Signal, Not a Weakness. Success without sustainability cost Preethi her energy and clarity. Her healing journey began when she finally listened to what her body and spirit were telling her.<br /><br />🔸 Healing Is a Leadership Practice. Preethi reminds us that inner work—therapy, rest, reflection—isn’t separate from leadership. It is leadership.<br /><br />🔸 Legacy Starts With People. Whether it’s staff, patients, or family, Preethi measures success by how people feel when she leaves the room—seen, supported, and stronger.<br /><br />🔸 Equity Isn’t Just a Value—It’s an Operating Model. From expanding clinics to launching care innovations, Preethi leads with the belief that access and dignity must be built into every decision.<br /><br />🔸 Bring Your Whole Self. Her evolution as a leader proves that you don’t have to fragment your identity to fit the mold. Every part of you—immigrant daughter, strategist, healer—is part of the solution.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67107352</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:15:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67107352/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_37_preethi_raghu.mp3" length="118699456" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Preethi Raghu—COO, equity advocate, and healthcare changemaker—for a powerful conversation about burnout, legacy, and leading with integrity in high-stakes spaces.From overseeing care for 120,000+ patients to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Preethi Raghu—COO, equity advocate, and healthcare changemaker—for a powerful conversation about burnout, legacy, and leading with integrity in high-stakes spaces.From overseeing care for 120,000+ patients to healing from the toll of traditional success, Preethi shares how redefining leadership—from the inside out—has helped her build systems that center people, not just performance.With refreshing honesty, she opens up about her immigrant roots, her journey through burnout, and the courage it takes to lead with heart in complex environments.<br /><br />💡Leadership Lessons from Preethi Raghu’s Episode:<br /><br />🔸 Burnout Is a Signal, Not a Weakness. Success without sustainability cost Preethi her energy and clarity. Her healing journey began when she finally listened to what her body and spirit were telling her.<br /><br />🔸 Healing Is a Leadership Practice. Preethi reminds us that inner work—therapy, rest, reflection—isn’t separate from leadership. It is leadership.<br /><br />🔸 Legacy Starts With People. Whether it’s staff, patients, or family, Preethi measures success by how people feel when she leaves the room—seen, supported, and stronger.<br /><br />🔸 Equity Isn’t Just a Value—It’s an Operating Model. From expanding clinics to launching care innovations, Preethi leads with the belief that access and dignity must be built into every decision.<br /><br />🔸 Bring Your Whole Self. Her evolution as a leader proves that you don’t have to fragment your identity to fit the mold. Every part of you—immigrant daughter, strategist, healer—is part of the solution.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2968</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Reshma Patel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/reshma-patel--66999199</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Reshma Patel, PA-C, MMS—a trailblazing physician assistant and founder of Ananda Integrative Medicine—for a must-hear episode on redefining wellness in a world of band-aid solutions.After 25+ years in emergency and urgent care, Reshma took a leap of faith and left conventional medicine behind. Today, she helps patients get to the root of their symptoms through integrative and functional approaches that combine diagnostics, nutrition, movement, and mindset.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66999199</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66999199/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_36_reshma_patel.mp3" length="61112896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Reshma Patel, PA-C, MMS—a trailblazing physician assistant and founder of Ananda Integrative Medicine—for a must-hear episode on redefining wellness in a world of band-aid solutions.After 25+ years in emergency and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Reshma Patel, PA-C, MMS—a trailblazing physician assistant and founder of Ananda Integrative Medicine—for a must-hear episode on redefining wellness in a world of band-aid solutions.After 25+ years in emergency and urgent care, Reshma took a leap of faith and left conventional medicine behind. Today, she helps patients get to the root of their symptoms through integrative and functional approaches that combine diagnostics, nutrition, movement, and mindset.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3056</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Shaheen Sheik-Sadhal</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/shaheen-sheik-sadhal--66950454</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Aashi Arora sits down with Shaheen Sheik-Sadhal—lawyer, founder, musician, and startup advocate—for a conversation about reinvention, ambition, and building a business (and a life) that actually feels like yours.From dragging a toy guitar across the country to law school, to becoming a professional musician, to founding a law firm that champions purpose-driven entrepreneurs—Shaheen’s journey proves that no part of your story is ever wasted.In this episode, she shares how the death of her mother, the evolution of motherhood, and the realities of startup life shaped her path from service provider to strategic CEO. Through it all, she offers a candid lens on delegation, systems, money, and redefining success on your own terms.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66950454</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 23:07:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66950454/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_35_shaheen_sheik_sadhal.mp3" length="118903936" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Aashi Arora sits down with Shaheen Sheik-Sadhal—lawyer, founder, musician, and startup advocate—for a conversation about reinvention, ambition, and building a business (and a life) that actually feels like yours.From dragging a toy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Aashi Arora sits down with Shaheen Sheik-Sadhal—lawyer, founder, musician, and startup advocate—for a conversation about reinvention, ambition, and building a business (and a life) that actually feels like yours.From dragging a toy guitar across the country to law school, to becoming a professional musician, to founding a law firm that champions purpose-driven entrepreneurs—Shaheen’s journey proves that no part of your story is ever wasted.In this episode, she shares how the death of her mother, the evolution of motherhood, and the realities of startup life shaped her path from service provider to strategic CEO. Through it all, she offers a candid lens on delegation, systems, money, and redefining success on your own terms.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2973</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Hema Dey</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hema-dey--66639522</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Hema Dey—marketing disruptor, tech strategist, and founder of Iffel International—to explore what it means to lead with candor, compassion, and curiosity in today’s complex business world.Born into a culturally mixed family in Malaysia and later migrating to New Zealand, Hema’s life has been defined by disruption—and transformation. Her unique perspective, honed across 35 countries and decades of experience, is deeply grounded in both real-world grit and a fierce commitment to inclusive leadership.In this powerful episode, Hema opens up about navigating bias, managing triggers in high-stakes leadership spaces, and why she believes kindness—not niceness—is a true business superpower.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66639522</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:15:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66639522/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_34_hema_dey.mp3" length="121997056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Hema Dey—marketing disruptor, tech strategist, and founder of Iffel International—to explore what it means to lead with candor, compassion, and curiosity in today’s complex business world.Born into a culturally...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Hema Dey—marketing disruptor, tech strategist, and founder of Iffel International—to explore what it means to lead with candor, compassion, and curiosity in today’s complex business world.Born into a culturally mixed family in Malaysia and later migrating to New Zealand, Hema’s life has been defined by disruption—and transformation. Her unique perspective, honed across 35 countries and decades of experience, is deeply grounded in both real-world grit and a fierce commitment to inclusive leadership.In this powerful episode, Hema opens up about navigating bias, managing triggers in high-stakes leadership spaces, and why she believes kindness—not niceness—is a true business superpower.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3050</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sujata Mody Kamdar</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sujata-mody-kamdar--66639520</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sujata Kamdar—President and Chairperson of GBS Linens, Inc.—for a deep dive into what it means to grow within a family business, honor the generations before you, and make bold decisions in both work and life.From starting in the business at age 16 to leading it through a pandemic, Sujata’s journey is one of resilience, humility, and fierce dedication. Together with her husband, she’s grown a thriving company while raising two kids and staying deeply engaged in her local community. Her story is equal parts entrepreneurial grit and intentional grace.In this episode, Sujata opens up about what it was like working for her father, building trust as a young leader, and redefining success in the aftermath of a 99% revenue loss during COVID. She also shares how family harmony—not just profit—has become a cornerstone of their business model.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66639520</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:10:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66639520/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_33_sujata_mody_kamdar.mp3" length="122784256" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sujata Kamdar—President and Chairperson of GBS Linens, Inc.—for a deep dive into what it means to grow within a family business, honor the generations before you, and make bold decisions in both work and life.From...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sujata Kamdar—President and Chairperson of GBS Linens, Inc.—for a deep dive into what it means to grow within a family business, honor the generations before you, and make bold decisions in both work and life.From starting in the business at age 16 to leading it through a pandemic, Sujata’s journey is one of resilience, humility, and fierce dedication. Together with her husband, she’s grown a thriving company while raising two kids and staying deeply engaged in her local community. Her story is equal parts entrepreneurial grit and intentional grace.In this episode, Sujata opens up about what it was like working for her father, building trust as a young leader, and redefining success in the aftermath of a 99% revenue loss during COVID. She also shares how family harmony—not just profit—has become a cornerstone of their business model.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3070</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Saja Raoof</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/saja-raoof--66639521</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Saja Raoof—immigration attorney, activist, and daughter of a genius visa recipient—to talk about leadership in the face of injustice, the power of advocacy, and what it really means to stand up for others in polarized times.From helping her father compile a green card application at age 13, to challenging post-9/11 civil liberties erosion in law school, to guiding high-skilled immigrants through today’s increasingly hostile system—Saja’s story is a powerful reminder that purpose can be born from pain.In this episode, she shares how growing up between Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the UK shaped her worldview, why curiosity matters more than outrage in hard conversations, and how immigrant communities can move from survival to solidarity. Grounded, fierce, and deeply principled, Saja is redefining leadership through courage, clarity, and compassion.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66639521</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66639521/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_32_saja_raoof.mp3" length="132936256" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Saja Raoof—immigration attorney, activist, and daughter of a genius visa recipient—to talk about leadership in the face of injustice, the power of advocacy, and what it really means to stand up for others in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Saja Raoof—immigration attorney, activist, and daughter of a genius visa recipient—to talk about leadership in the face of injustice, the power of advocacy, and what it really means to stand up for others in polarized times.From helping her father compile a green card application at age 13, to challenging post-9/11 civil liberties erosion in law school, to guiding high-skilled immigrants through today’s increasingly hostile system—Saja’s story is a powerful reminder that purpose can be born from pain.In this episode, she shares how growing up between Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the UK shaped her worldview, why curiosity matters more than outrage in hard conversations, and how immigrant communities can move from survival to solidarity. Grounded, fierce, and deeply principled, Saja is redefining leadership through courage, clarity, and compassion.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3324</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Maliya Saphia Patel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/maliya-saphia-patel--66639627</link><description><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Maliya Patel—high school senior, social impact entrepreneur, and host of The Mental Playbook Podcast—to talk leadership, resilience, and redefining mental wellness through sports.From founding a mental health podcast to co-creating a social app and interning for the San Diego Padres, Maliya is rewriting the rules of what’s possible for Gen Z leaders.<br /><br />In this episode, she opens up about overcoming toxic team dynamics, why she chose flag football over cheerleading, and how mental health advocacy can start as early as middle school.With dreams of launching her own all-female sports agency, Maliya is already building the bridge between mental wellness, representation, and performance—one conversation at a time.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66639627</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 23:03:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66639627/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_31_maliya_saphia_patel.mp3" length="115977856" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Maliya Patel—high school senior, social impact entrepreneur, and host of The Mental Playbook Podcast—to talk leadership, resilience, and redefining mental wellness through sports.From founding a mental health...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Maliya Patel—high school senior, social impact entrepreneur, and host of The Mental Playbook Podcast—to talk leadership, resilience, and redefining mental wellness through sports.From founding a mental health podcast to co-creating a social app and interning for the San Diego Padres, Maliya is rewriting the rules of what’s possible for Gen Z leaders.<br /><br />In this episode, she opens up about overcoming toxic team dynamics, why she chose flag football over cheerleading, and how mental health advocacy can start as early as middle school.With dreams of launching her own all-female sports agency, Maliya is already building the bridge between mental wellness, representation, and performance—one conversation at a time.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2900</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Deepa Solorzano and Bhavi Shah</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/deepa-solorzano-and-bhavi-shah--66398432</link><description><![CDATA[We’re joined by Dr. Bhavi Shah, Senior Manager of Pharmacy Operations at Hoag Hospital, and Deepa Solorzano, Director in the Chief Compliance Office at AT&amp;T—two powerhouse leaders reshaping their fields with a rare mix of expertise, vision, and heart.With over two decades at institutions like Stanford and Hoag, Dr. Shah has transformed hospital pharmacy through interdisciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge innovation, and patient-centered care. Her journey from UCLA and the University of the Pacific to Stanford’s ICU reflects a lifelong dedication to clinical excellence and mentorship.Deepa Solorzano, with 15+ years at Fortune 10 and 100 companies, is redefining compliance in the age of AI. At AT&amp;T, she leads initiatives that fuse risk mitigation with ethical innovation. Certified in both Compliance and Enterprise Risk Management, she’s a national voice on the future of governance, equity, and tech-powered transparency.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66398432</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:37:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66398432/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_30_deepa_solorzano_and_bhavi_shah.mp3" length="118754176" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We’re joined by Dr. Bhavi Shah, Senior Manager of Pharmacy Operations at Hoag Hospital, and Deepa Solorzano, Director in the Chief Compliance Office at AT&amp;amp;T—two powerhouse leaders reshaping their fields with a rare mix of expertise, vision, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We’re joined by Dr. Bhavi Shah, Senior Manager of Pharmacy Operations at Hoag Hospital, and Deepa Solorzano, Director in the Chief Compliance Office at AT&amp;T—two powerhouse leaders reshaping their fields with a rare mix of expertise, vision, and heart.With over two decades at institutions like Stanford and Hoag, Dr. Shah has transformed hospital pharmacy through interdisciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge innovation, and patient-centered care. Her journey from UCLA and the University of the Pacific to Stanford’s ICU reflects a lifelong dedication to clinical excellence and mentorship.Deepa Solorzano, with 15+ years at Fortune 10 and 100 companies, is redefining compliance in the age of AI. At AT&amp;T, she leads initiatives that fuse risk mitigation with ethical innovation. Certified in both Compliance and Enterprise Risk Management, she’s a national voice on the future of governance, equity, and tech-powered transparency.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2969</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ashok Bhattacharya</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ashok-bhattacharya--66398433</link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Bhattacharya is a psychiatrist in private practice for over 39 years. He is the founder of THE EMPATHY CLINIC. The clinic uses empathy to diagnose, and treat a variety of mental health disorders in individuals and couples. The clinic’s emphasis is on empathy, balance, integration of the spirit and soul, and the pursuit of optimal wellness. He also specializes in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.Dr. Bhattacharya has presented at conferences around the world on the topics of Empathy and Burnout in physicians. Dr. Bhattacharya is married, has 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren. He is a musician, author, artist, and works out six days a week. ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66398433</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 17:36:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66398433/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_29_ashok_bhattacharya.mp3" length="61935616" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dr. Bhattacharya is a psychiatrist in private practice for over 39 years. He is the founder of THE EMPATHY CLINIC. The clinic uses empathy to diagnose, and treat a variety of mental health disorders in individuals and couples. The clinic’s emphasis is...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dr. Bhattacharya is a psychiatrist in private practice for over 39 years. He is the founder of THE EMPATHY CLINIC. The clinic uses empathy to diagnose, and treat a variety of mental health disorders in individuals and couples. The clinic’s emphasis is on empathy, balance, integration of the spirit and soul, and the pursuit of optimal wellness. He also specializes in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.Dr. Bhattacharya has presented at conferences around the world on the topics of Empathy and Burnout in physicians. Dr. Bhattacharya is married, has 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren. He is a musician, author, artist, and works out six days a week. ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3097</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sheikh Ali</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheikh-ali--66132217</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, connected with Sheikh Ali—a spiritual teacher, leadership coach, and community leader—who shared powerful insights on embodying divine leadership, navigating discomfort, and returning to wholeness.With a deep blend of mysticism, emotional honesty, and grounded wisdom, Sheikh Ali invites us to shift from performing leadership to being leadership. If you’ve been searching for a way to lead with both heart and clarity, this episode offers a sacred roadmap.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66132217</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 23:55:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66132217/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_28_sheikh_ali.mp3" length="124426816" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, connected with Sheikh Ali—a spiritual teacher, leadership coach, and community leader—who shared powerful insights on embodying divine leadership, navigating discomfort, and returning to wholeness.With a deep...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, connected with Sheikh Ali—a spiritual teacher, leadership coach, and community leader—who shared powerful insights on embodying divine leadership, navigating discomfort, and returning to wholeness.With a deep blend of mysticism, emotional honesty, and grounded wisdom, Sheikh Ali invites us to shift from performing leadership to being leadership. If you’ve been searching for a way to lead with both heart and clarity, this episode offers a sacred roadmap.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3111</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Naheed Oberfeld</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/naheed-oberfeld--65907683</link><description><![CDATA[Prepare to have your socks metaphorically blown off by Naheed Oberfeld, the Mindset Maven extraordinaire! This certified EFT/Tapping practitioner and Mindset Coach is on a mission to silence your inner critic and unleash your full potential. With an uncanny ability to read minds (or at least mindsets), Naheed has a knack for identifying the unconscious patterns and limiting beliefs holding you back.<br />Naheed helps ambitious entrepreneurs, leaders, and go-getters shatter mental roadblocks and rewrite the stories that have kept them stuck. Whether you’re aiming to hit a new level in business or finally ditch the stress and anxiety that's been tagging along for too long, Naheed is the coach who will help you unlock a life filled with purpose, joy, and abundance.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65907683</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 02:15:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65907683/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_27_naheed_oberfeld.mp3" length="60615616" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Prepare to have your socks metaphorically blown off by Naheed Oberfeld, the Mindset Maven extraordinaire! This certified EFT/Tapping practitioner and Mindset Coach is on a mission to silence your inner critic and unleash your full potential. With an...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Prepare to have your socks metaphorically blown off by Naheed Oberfeld, the Mindset Maven extraordinaire! This certified EFT/Tapping practitioner and Mindset Coach is on a mission to silence your inner critic and unleash your full potential. With an uncanny ability to read minds (or at least mindsets), Naheed has a knack for identifying the unconscious patterns and limiting beliefs holding you back.<br />Naheed helps ambitious entrepreneurs, leaders, and go-getters shatter mental roadblocks and rewrite the stories that have kept them stuck. Whether you’re aiming to hit a new level in business or finally ditch the stress and anxiety that's been tagging along for too long, Naheed is the coach who will help you unlock a life filled with purpose, joy, and abundance.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3031</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ambika Interviews Aashi Arora</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ambika-interviews-aashi-arora--65707726</link><description><![CDATA[Leading in healthcare isn't easy—especially when you’re dealing with disruptive behaviors, resistant teams, or workplace dynamics that feel impossible to navigate.<br /><br />On this episode, Aashi steps into the spotlight to share how she helps clinical and non-clinical leaders turn these challenges into opportunities for lasting change.<br /><br />With over 20 years of leadership experience, Aashi has coached hundreds of healthcare professionals through complex team dynamics, difficult personalities, and high-stakes environments. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach and certified mediator, she combines deep healthcare insight with practical conflict resolution strategies to help leaders:<br /><br />🔸 Move from frustration to strategic influence<br />🔸 Transform difficult relationships into productive partnerships<br />🔸 Build accountability in even the most resistant teams🔸 Cultivate executive presence and lead with       clarity<br /><br />She also shares highlights from her journey as a speaker on psychological safety and positive leadership—plus stories from the front lines of executive coaching in healthcare.<b><br /></b>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65707726</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:20:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65707726/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_26_ambika_aashi.mp3" length="117767296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Leading in healthcare isn't easy—especially when you’re dealing with disruptive behaviors, resistant teams, or workplace dynamics that feel impossible to navigate.

On this episode, Aashi steps into the spotlight to share how she helps clinical and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Leading in healthcare isn't easy—especially when you’re dealing with disruptive behaviors, resistant teams, or workplace dynamics that feel impossible to navigate.<br /><br />On this episode, Aashi steps into the spotlight to share how she helps clinical and non-clinical leaders turn these challenges into opportunities for lasting change.<br /><br />With over 20 years of leadership experience, Aashi has coached hundreds of healthcare professionals through complex team dynamics, difficult personalities, and high-stakes environments. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach and certified mediator, she combines deep healthcare insight with practical conflict resolution strategies to help leaders:<br /><br />🔸 Move from frustration to strategic influence<br />🔸 Transform difficult relationships into productive partnerships<br />🔸 Build accountability in even the most resistant teams🔸 Cultivate executive presence and lead with       clarity<br /><br />She also shares highlights from her journey as a speaker on psychological safety and positive leadership—plus stories from the front lines of executive coaching in healthcare.<b><br /></b>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2945</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sarina Jain</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sarina-jain--65631180</link><description><![CDATA[Sarina Jain is the pioneer in bringing Indian dance to the US Fitness at a global level. Recognized as a global game changer, she successfully moves, touches and inspires many people around the world with her knowledge and passion for Bhangra, Bollywood and movement. Sarina has over 15 workout videos under her belt with Masala Bhangra® classes offered in over 10 countries around the world. She has brought Masala Bhangra to the masses through her national and international media appearances, public schools in the US, corporations and more.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65631180</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 03:10:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65631180/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_25_sarina_jain.mp3" length="121677376" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sarina Jain is the pioneer in bringing Indian dance to the US Fitness at a global level. Recognized as a global game changer, she successfully moves, touches and inspires many people around the world with her knowledge and passion for Bhangra,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sarina Jain is the pioneer in bringing Indian dance to the US Fitness at a global level. Recognized as a global game changer, she successfully moves, touches and inspires many people around the world with her knowledge and passion for Bhangra, Bollywood and movement. Sarina has over 15 workout videos under her belt with Masala Bhangra® classes offered in over 10 countries around the world. She has brought Masala Bhangra to the masses through her national and international media appearances, public schools in the US, corporations and more.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3042</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gaurav Valani</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gaurav-valani--65631181</link><description><![CDATA[Gaurav Valani is an Entrepreneur, and the Founder of CareerSprout which is an executive career coaching company that helps US-based senior-level professionals in tech land $200k to $500k+ job offers. Since its inception, CareerSprout has directly helped over 875+ clients achieve this through their 1-on-1 Concierge Coaching program. Prior to CareerSprout, Gaurav served as one of one of the youngest executives of a publicly-traded company as a VP of Global Talent Acquisition for Overstock.com + tZERO. He also was one of the Co-Founders of TrueBridge Resources, which was a staffing agency that he and his business partners started in 2012 and grew to $72M in revenue prior to its acquisition in 2016. He's most proud of being a father to his two children Sai (pronounced Cy) and Jiya (pronounced Gia) and husband to his wife, Nirali.<b> </b>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65631181</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:07:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65631181/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_24_gaurav_valani.mp3" length="122447296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Gaurav Valani is an Entrepreneur, and the Founder of CareerSprout which is an executive career coaching company that helps US-based senior-level professionals in tech land $200k to $500k+ job offers. Since its inception, CareerSprout has directly...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Gaurav Valani is an Entrepreneur, and the Founder of CareerSprout which is an executive career coaching company that helps US-based senior-level professionals in tech land $200k to $500k+ job offers. Since its inception, CareerSprout has directly helped over 875+ clients achieve this through their 1-on-1 Concierge Coaching program. Prior to CareerSprout, Gaurav served as one of one of the youngest executives of a publicly-traded company as a VP of Global Talent Acquisition for Overstock.com + tZERO. He also was one of the Co-Founders of TrueBridge Resources, which was a staffing agency that he and his business partners started in 2012 and grew to $72M in revenue prior to its acquisition in 2016. He's most proud of being a father to his two children Sai (pronounced Cy) and Jiya (pronounced Gia) and husband to his wife, Nirali.<b> </b>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3062</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sneha Kohli Mathur</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sneha-kohli-mathur--65631186</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Sneha Kohli Mathur, a dedicated advocate for the disAbility and Autism communities. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Doctorate in Education and Disability Studies, Dr. Sneha focuses on empowering autistic individuals while educating neurotypicals on fostering a socially inclusive society.Dr. Sneha serves as an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Southern California (USC), where she teaches master’s-level courses in Applied Behavior Analysis and undergraduate courses on Autism and Neurodiversity. A sought-after speaker, she has been invited to present nationally across the U.S. and recently co-authored Understanding the Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults alongside an autistic collaborator.In 2024, Dr. Sneha was invited by a Congressional committee to provide expert guidance on creating neurodiversity-affirming and accessible ABA services for military families. Her commitment to advocacy, education, and inclusion makes this conversation a must-listen for anyone passionate about neurodiversity.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65631186</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:05:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65631186/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_23_sneha_kohli_mathur.mp3" length="121566976" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Sneha Kohli Mathur, a dedicated advocate for the disAbility and Autism communities. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Doctorate in Education and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Sneha Kohli Mathur, a dedicated advocate for the disAbility and Autism communities. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a Doctorate in Education and Disability Studies, Dr. Sneha focuses on empowering autistic individuals while educating neurotypicals on fostering a socially inclusive society.Dr. Sneha serves as an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Southern California (USC), where she teaches master’s-level courses in Applied Behavior Analysis and undergraduate courses on Autism and Neurodiversity. A sought-after speaker, she has been invited to present nationally across the U.S. and recently co-authored Understanding the Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults alongside an autistic collaborator.In 2024, Dr. Sneha was invited by a Congressional committee to provide expert guidance on creating neurodiversity-affirming and accessible ABA services for military families. Her commitment to advocacy, education, and inclusion makes this conversation a must-listen for anyone passionate about neurodiversity.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3040</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sanjay Bhoraj</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sanjay-bhoraj--65288730</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, connects with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a Board-Certified Cardiologist with over two decades of experience in traditional cardiology and a certified practitioner of Functional Medicine.After performing countless invasive procedures, Dr. Bhojraj realized that true healing goes beyond symptom management—it requires addressing the root causes of illness. This led him to embrace a holistic approach, integrating lifestyle, nutrition, and mental well-being into his medical practice.As the founder of the Well12 program, he is dedicated to empowering individuals to take charge of their health by optimizing diet, improving sleep, managing stress, and enhancing overall wellness. Combining cutting-edge medical science with compassionate care, Dr. Bhojraj helps patients achieve lasting vitality.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65288730</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:13:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65288730/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_22_sanjay_bhoraj.mp3" length="123566656" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, connects with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a Board-Certified Cardiologist with over two decades of experience in traditional cardiology and a certified practitioner of Functional Medicine.After...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, connects with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a Board-Certified Cardiologist with over two decades of experience in traditional cardiology and a certified practitioner of Functional Medicine.After performing countless invasive procedures, Dr. Bhojraj realized that true healing goes beyond symptom management—it requires addressing the root causes of illness. This led him to embrace a holistic approach, integrating lifestyle, nutrition, and mental well-being into his medical practice.As the founder of the Well12 program, he is dedicated to empowering individuals to take charge of their health by optimizing diet, improving sleep, managing stress, and enhancing overall wellness. Combining cutting-edge medical science with compassionate care, Dr. Bhojraj helps patients achieve lasting vitality.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3090</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Angad Soni</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/angad-soni--65022592</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Angad Soni, founder and CEO of Sepoy &amp; Co., a premium mixer brand revolutionizing the beverage industry in India and beyond. With a passion for consumer-facing businesses and a deep entrepreneurial drive, Angad transitioned from his family’s engineering business to create India’s first homegrown high-quality tonic and mixer brand. Today, Sepoy &amp; Co. exports to five countries and has won multiple international taste awards.Angad’s journey is a masterclass in perseverance— from cold-calling European beverage experts to navigating the challenges of manufacturing in India and scaling a globally recognized brand. In this episode, he shares his insights on building a business from the ground up, finding the right partners, and breaking into international markets.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65022592</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 02:35:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65022592/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_21_angad_soni.mp3" length="55670656" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Angad Soni, founder and CEO of Sepoy &amp;amp; Co., a premium mixer brand revolutionizing the beverage industry in India and beyond. With a passion for consumer-facing...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Angad Soni, founder and CEO of Sepoy &amp; Co., a premium mixer brand revolutionizing the beverage industry in India and beyond. With a passion for consumer-facing businesses and a deep entrepreneurial drive, Angad transitioned from his family’s engineering business to create India’s first homegrown high-quality tonic and mixer brand. Today, Sepoy &amp; Co. exports to five countries and has won multiple international taste awards.Angad’s journey is a masterclass in perseverance— from cold-calling European beverage experts to navigating the challenges of manufacturing in India and scaling a globally recognized brand. In this episode, he shares his insights on building a business from the ground up, finding the right partners, and breaking into international markets.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2784</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ronal Patel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ronal-patel--64924464</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, chats with Ronal Patel, a subject matter expert in corporate data security with decades of experience in the tech industry. Beyond his expertise in cybersecurity, Ronal is also a seasoned entrepreneur with ventures in hospitality and real estate.His impressive career spans leading organizations such as Sony and Ernst &amp; Young, as well as multiple startups and Broadcom. Prior to joining Broadcom, he ran his own data security consulting firm for over 15 years, helping businesses navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.In addition to his deep technical expertise, Ronal is a dynamic and results-driven sales and marketing leader, with over 20 years of experience in driving product sales, positioning, and strategy in highly competitive, emerging markets. His hands-on approach to managing teams and implementing IT solutions at scale has made him a key figure in the industry.Don’t miss this insightful conversation as Ronal shares his journey, industry insights, and strategies for success in the ever-changing world of technology and security!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64924464</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 03:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64924464/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_20_renak_patel.mp3" length="60430336" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, chats with Ronal Patel, a subject matter expert in corporate data security with decades of experience in the tech industry. Beyond his expertise in cybersecurity, Ronal is also a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, chats with Ronal Patel, a subject matter expert in corporate data security with decades of experience in the tech industry. Beyond his expertise in cybersecurity, Ronal is also a seasoned entrepreneur with ventures in hospitality and real estate.His impressive career spans leading organizations such as Sony and Ernst &amp; Young, as well as multiple startups and Broadcom. Prior to joining Broadcom, he ran his own data security consulting firm for over 15 years, helping businesses navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.In addition to his deep technical expertise, Ronal is a dynamic and results-driven sales and marketing leader, with over 20 years of experience in driving product sales, positioning, and strategy in highly competitive, emerging markets. His hands-on approach to managing teams and implementing IT solutions at scale has made him a key figure in the industry.Don’t miss this insightful conversation as Ronal shares his journey, industry insights, and strategies for success in the ever-changing world of technology and security!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3022</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ajay Saini</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ajay-saini--64737806</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, engages in a dynamic conversation with Ajay Saini, an entrepreneur whose journey spans continents and industries. Born and raised in India, Ajay moved to the United States in 1997 to pursue a master’s degree in telecommunications, launching a career that immersed him in global markets and diverse professional environments.After years in the corporate world, Ajay transitioned to entrepreneurship in 2016, driven by a passion for helping others live their best lives through exceptional service. His work spans personal and health care, education, and business services—each reflecting his commitment to meaningful growth and positive impact.Ajay believes true fulfillment comes from aligning physical, emotional, and material goals with personal values, a philosophy that guides his approach to both business and life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about purpose, innovation, and creating lasting change.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64737806</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:40:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64737806/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_19_ajay_saini.mp3" length="119166976" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, engages in a dynamic conversation with Ajay Saini, an entrepreneur whose journey spans continents and industries. Born and raised in India, Ajay moved to the United States in 1997 to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, engages in a dynamic conversation with Ajay Saini, an entrepreneur whose journey spans continents and industries. Born and raised in India, Ajay moved to the United States in 1997 to pursue a master’s degree in telecommunications, launching a career that immersed him in global markets and diverse professional environments.After years in the corporate world, Ajay transitioned to entrepreneurship in 2016, driven by a passion for helping others live their best lives through exceptional service. His work spans personal and health care, education, and business services—each reflecting his commitment to meaningful growth and positive impact.Ajay believes true fulfillment comes from aligning physical, emotional, and material goals with personal values, a philosophy that guides his approach to both business and life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about purpose, innovation, and creating lasting change.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2980</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Amit Sharma</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/amit-sharma--64675798</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Amit Sharma, a seasoned hotel broker with over two decades of experience and $700M+ in closed hotel transactions. As the founder of Signature Hospitality, a bespoke and boutique hotel brokerage, he is passionate about guiding clients in building wealth through proven hotel investment strategies.With 22+ years of experience navigating diverse economic landscapes, Amit brings a laser-focused approach and a unique blend of operational and ownership background to his work. This experience allows him to specialize in creative deal-making with a historical investment perspective, making Signature Hospitality a top hotel brokerage in California. He serves as an invaluable resource for owners, operators, lenders, developers, and other hospitality specialists.Committed to maximizing client wealth through strategic hotel investments, Amit shares his insights on navigating the complexities of the hospitality market. Don’t miss this insightful conversation!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64675798</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:58:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64675798/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_18_amit_sharma.mp3" length="126167296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Amit Sharma, a seasoned hotel broker with over two decades of experience and $700M+ in closed hotel transactions. As the founder of Signature Hospitality, a bespoke and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Amit Sharma, a seasoned hotel broker with over two decades of experience and $700M+ in closed hotel transactions. As the founder of Signature Hospitality, a bespoke and boutique hotel brokerage, he is passionate about guiding clients in building wealth through proven hotel investment strategies.With 22+ years of experience navigating diverse economic landscapes, Amit brings a laser-focused approach and a unique blend of operational and ownership background to his work. This experience allows him to specialize in creative deal-making with a historical investment perspective, making Signature Hospitality a top hotel brokerage in California. He serves as an invaluable resource for owners, operators, lenders, developers, and other hospitality specialists.Committed to maximizing client wealth through strategic hotel investments, Amit shares his insights on navigating the complexities of the hospitality market. Don’t miss this insightful conversation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3155</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pooja Goel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pooja-goel--64536276</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Pooja Goel, a visionary healthcare leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation, investment, and transformation across the industry. As a Partner at Ascension Ventures, she brings deep expertise in tackling some of healthcare’s biggest challenges, from rising costs and value-based care models to decentralization and patient-centered solutions.Pooja’s impressive career spans leadership roles at Virgo Investment Group, where she led the healthcare practice, as well as Landmark Health, where she served as National General Manager for new business. Before that, she was Vice President for New Market Integration at DaVita, spearheading global expansion efforts across Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.<br /><br />Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in advancing kidney care, population health, and innovative care delivery models.Pooja began her journey in hospital operations at leading academic medical centers, including Kaiser Permanente. She holds a bachelor's degree in microbiology and molecular genetics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a master's degree in health administration from the Loma Linda University School of Public Health.Passionate about reshaping healthcare through strategic investment and innovation, Pooja shares her insights on the future of care delivery and the impact of industry megatrends. Don’t miss this compelling conversation!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64536276</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:17:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64536276/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_17_pooja_goel.mp3" length="120006976" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Pooja Goel, a visionary healthcare leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation, investment, and transformation across the industry. As a Partner at...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Pooja Goel, a visionary healthcare leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation, investment, and transformation across the industry. As a Partner at Ascension Ventures, she brings deep expertise in tackling some of healthcare’s biggest challenges, from rising costs and value-based care models to decentralization and patient-centered solutions.Pooja’s impressive career spans leadership roles at Virgo Investment Group, where she led the healthcare practice, as well as Landmark Health, where she served as National General Manager for new business. Before that, she was Vice President for New Market Integration at DaVita, spearheading global expansion efforts across Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.<br /><br />Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in advancing kidney care, population health, and innovative care delivery models.Pooja began her journey in hospital operations at leading academic medical centers, including Kaiser Permanente. She holds a bachelor's degree in microbiology and molecular genetics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a master's degree in health administration from the Loma Linda University School of Public Health.Passionate about reshaping healthcare through strategic investment and innovation, Pooja shares her insights on the future of care delivery and the impact of industry megatrends. Don’t miss this compelling conversation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3001</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sumita Batra</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sumita-batra--64255518</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Tarul Kode, a transformational healthcare leader with over two decades of experience in strategy, consulting, and enterprise growth. As Founding Principal of Ellipsis Healthcare Leadership, she is passionate about advancing equity, technology, and values-driven leadership in healthcare.Dr. Kode’s impressive credentials include being a fellow in Harvard Medical School’s Executive Global Health Care Leaders Program and completing VC University at Berkeley Law/NVCA. She earned her Doctorate in Pharmacy, Cum Laude, from the University of the Pacific. She serves as a Board Member at knowRX, mentors at Techstars, and advises innovative organizations like Bream, Redesign Health, and Mariana AI.Committed to patient-centered innovation through multidisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Kode shares her insights on creating meaningful change in the healthcare ecosystem. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64255518</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 04:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64255518/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_16_sumita_batra.mp3" length="128216896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Tarul Kode, a transformational healthcare leader with over two decades of experience in strategy, consulting, and enterprise growth. As Founding Principal of Ellipsis...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Tarul Kode, a transformational healthcare leader with over two decades of experience in strategy, consulting, and enterprise growth. As Founding Principal of Ellipsis Healthcare Leadership, she is passionate about advancing equity, technology, and values-driven leadership in healthcare.Dr. Kode’s impressive credentials include being a fellow in Harvard Medical School’s Executive Global Health Care Leaders Program and completing VC University at Berkeley Law/NVCA. She earned her Doctorate in Pharmacy, Cum Laude, from the University of the Pacific. She serves as a Board Member at knowRX, mentors at Techstars, and advises innovative organizations like Bream, Redesign Health, and Mariana AI.Committed to patient-centered innovation through multidisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Kode shares her insights on creating meaningful change in the healthcare ecosystem. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3206</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Azam &amp; Raihan Dadabhoy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/azam-raihan-dadabhoy--64255467</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Azam and Raihan Dadabhoy, the visionary co-founders of Sensiply—a cutting-edge job marketplace transforming the hiring process through AI-powered solutions.Raihan Dadabhoy is a fourth-year Political Science student at the University of Southern California, passionate about bridging innovation, technology, and policy to create impactful, scalable solutions. With a keen eye for identifying gaps in existing systems, he is dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, transparency, and collaboration across industries.Azam Dadabhoy holds a Master’s in Public Policy (MPP) from the University of Southern California and is committed to tackling workforce challenges through technology. His expertise in policy analysis and intergovernmental management fuels his mission to create innovative tools that empower job seekers and employers alike.Together, Azam and Raihan have developed Sensiply, an AI-driven platform that redefines recruitment by integrating dynamic video pitches, personalized job matching, and seamless in-platform communication. Their work is not just about filling jobs—it’s about humanizing the hiring process and fostering meaningful connections that drive better outcomes for all.Don’t miss this insightful conversation on the future of work, technology, and innovation!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64255467</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 04:00:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64255467/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_15_azam_raihan_dadabhoy.mp3" length="122416576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Azam and Raihan Dadabhoy, the visionary co-founders of Sensiply—a cutting-edge job marketplace transforming the hiring process through AI-powered solutions.Raihan...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Azam and Raihan Dadabhoy, the visionary co-founders of Sensiply—a cutting-edge job marketplace transforming the hiring process through AI-powered solutions.Raihan Dadabhoy is a fourth-year Political Science student at the University of Southern California, passionate about bridging innovation, technology, and policy to create impactful, scalable solutions. With a keen eye for identifying gaps in existing systems, he is dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, transparency, and collaboration across industries.Azam Dadabhoy holds a Master’s in Public Policy (MPP) from the University of Southern California and is committed to tackling workforce challenges through technology. His expertise in policy analysis and intergovernmental management fuels his mission to create innovative tools that empower job seekers and employers alike.Together, Azam and Raihan have developed Sensiply, an AI-driven platform that redefines recruitment by integrating dynamic video pitches, personalized job matching, and seamless in-platform communication. Their work is not just about filling jobs—it’s about humanizing the hiring process and fostering meaningful connections that drive better outcomes for all.Don’t miss this insightful conversation on the future of work, technology, and innovation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3061</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Malavika Gangolly</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/malavika-gangolly--64010714</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Malavika (Mala), an Emmy-nominated Producer and Development Executive with a dynamic career spanning news, talk shows, and scripted entertainment. From her early days as a news reporter to producing dramas and comedies at NBC Universal, Mala has shaped impactful narratives across the media landscape. As the late Larry King’s Supervising Producer for many years, she traveled the world capturing compelling unscripted and scripted content. A first-generation Indian-American, Mala is deeply passionate about diverse storytelling and fostering unique voices in the industry.<br /><br />Tune in as she shares her insights on navigating the ever-evolving world of media, championing representation, and cultivating talent. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64010714</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 03:30:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64010714/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_14_malavika_gangolly.mp3" length="122416576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Malavika (Mala), an Emmy-nominated Producer and Development Executive with a dynamic career spanning news, talk shows, and scripted entertainment. From her early days as...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Malavika (Mala), an Emmy-nominated Producer and Development Executive with a dynamic career spanning news, talk shows, and scripted entertainment. From her early days as a news reporter to producing dramas and comedies at NBC Universal, Mala has shaped impactful narratives across the media landscape. As the late Larry King’s Supervising Producer for many years, she traveled the world capturing compelling unscripted and scripted content. A first-generation Indian-American, Mala is deeply passionate about diverse storytelling and fostering unique voices in the industry.<br /><br />Tune in as she shares her insights on navigating the ever-evolving world of media, championing representation, and cultivating talent. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3061</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ajit Dodani</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ajit-dodani--63829894</link><description><![CDATA[Join us for another inspiring episode of Leaders Creating Rukus. In this episode, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Ajit Dodani, an Empathy Strategist and Founder of EmpathifyU, fondly known as "The CFO who can speak Empathy &amp; KPIs in the same sentence." A Forbes Coaches Council member and author, Ajit brings decades of experience helping leaders transform their organizations.<br /><br />For over 20 years, Ajit, along with his global team at EmpathifyU, has revolutionized the way teams and organizations operate by making empathy a central part of their strategy. Through workshops, keynotes, and strategy sessions, Ajit empowers teams to embrace empathy as a superpower, unlocking personal and organizational transformation.The impact of Ajit’s Empathy Strategy© framework is evident across corporate, non-profit, and education sectors, demonstrating that empathy is not just a value—it’s a tool for sustainable success. <br /><br />Don’t miss this insightful conversation about leadership, transformation, and the power of human connection!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63829894</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:05:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63829894/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_13_ajit_dodani.mp3" length="121856896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join us for another inspiring episode of Leaders Creating Rukus. In this episode, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Ajit Dodani, an Empathy Strategist and Founder of EmpathifyU, fondly known as "The CFO who can speak Empathy &amp;amp; KPIs in the same...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us for another inspiring episode of Leaders Creating Rukus. In this episode, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Ajit Dodani, an Empathy Strategist and Founder of EmpathifyU, fondly known as "The CFO who can speak Empathy &amp; KPIs in the same sentence." A Forbes Coaches Council member and author, Ajit brings decades of experience helping leaders transform their organizations.<br /><br />For over 20 years, Ajit, along with his global team at EmpathifyU, has revolutionized the way teams and organizations operate by making empathy a central part of their strategy. Through workshops, keynotes, and strategy sessions, Ajit empowers teams to embrace empathy as a superpower, unlocking personal and organizational transformation.The impact of Ajit’s Empathy Strategy© framework is evident across corporate, non-profit, and education sectors, demonstrating that empathy is not just a value—it’s a tool for sustainable success. <br /><br />Don’t miss this insightful conversation about leadership, transformation, and the power of human connection!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3047</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ami Doshi</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ami-doshi--63825335</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Ami Doshi, a compassion-driven physician, educator, and leader passionate about empowering others through wellness-centered leadership and compassionate communication. As Vice Chair of Faculty Development and Wellness at UC San Diego’s Department of Pediatrics, she integrates these values into her work with patients, learners, and colleagues, drawing inspiration from her experiences in pediatric palliative care.Dr. Doshi’s impactful contributions to healthcare have earned her prestigious honors, including the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Impact Award and the Doris A. Howell Award for Advancing Palliative Care. As Director of the Wellness Leader Academy at the T. Denny Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, she continues to champion physician well-being and transformative leadership. Don’t miss this powerful conversation!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63825335</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 21:15:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63825335/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_12_ami_doshi.mp3" length="120056896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Ami Doshi, a compassion-driven physician, educator, and leader passionate about empowering others through wellness-centered leadership and compassionate...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Dr. Ami Doshi, a compassion-driven physician, educator, and leader passionate about empowering others through wellness-centered leadership and compassionate communication. As Vice Chair of Faculty Development and Wellness at UC San Diego’s Department of Pediatrics, she integrates these values into her work with patients, learners, and colleagues, drawing inspiration from her experiences in pediatric palliative care.Dr. Doshi’s impactful contributions to healthcare have earned her prestigious honors, including the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Impact Award and the Doris A. Howell Award for Advancing Palliative Care. As Director of the Wellness Leader Academy at the T. Denny Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, she continues to champion physician well-being and transformative leadership. Don’t miss this powerful conversation!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3002</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kapil Nayar</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kapil-nayar--63660225</link><description><![CDATA[On our newest episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Kapil Nayar, a licensed professional counselor and expert in substance use disorder treatment. Based in Philadelphia, Kapil brings extensive experience working across nonprofit and for-profit treatment settings and continues to serve patients through his private practice.A passionate advocate for social justice and patient rights, Kapil has been instrumental in exposing fraudulent practices in the addiction treatment industry. His work has contributed to grand jury investigations in the tri-state area and beyond, including Florida. Kapil has collaborated with local and national reporting agencies, leveraging research and advocacy to hold corrupt institutions accountable.Tune in as Kapil shares his journey, insights, and unwavering commitment to integrity and reform in mental health and addiction treatment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone inspired by bold, values-driven leadership!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63660225</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:05:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63660225/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_11_kapil_nayar.mp3" length="118077376" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On our newest episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Kapil Nayar, a licensed professional counselor and expert in substance use disorder treatment. Based in Philadelphia, Kapil brings extensive experience working...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On our newest episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Kapil Nayar, a licensed professional counselor and expert in substance use disorder treatment. Based in Philadelphia, Kapil brings extensive experience working across nonprofit and for-profit treatment settings and continues to serve patients through his private practice.A passionate advocate for social justice and patient rights, Kapil has been instrumental in exposing fraudulent practices in the addiction treatment industry. His work has contributed to grand jury investigations in the tri-state area and beyond, including Florida. Kapil has collaborated with local and national reporting agencies, leveraging research and advocacy to hold corrupt institutions accountable.Tune in as Kapil shares his journey, insights, and unwavering commitment to integrity and reform in mental health and addiction treatment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone inspired by bold, values-driven leadership!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2952</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Harry Datwani</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/harry-datwani--63660224</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Harry Datwani, Principal Partner with Deloitte Digital and leader of Deloitte’s U.S. Salesforce business. With 18 years of experience in sales, service, and marketing transformation consulting, Harry has worked with clients across financial services, real estate, and technology sectors, focusing on aligning strategy, operations, and digital technology to drive growth and optimize customer-facing organizations. He also advises large-scale digital transformations for some of Deloitte’s biggest clients.Harry serves as the executive sponsor for Deloitte Digital’s global DEI talent program, WAVE, which has enrolled 2,500 individuals worldwide since 2022, including military veterans, mothers returning to work, refugees, and disabled persons. This program fosters opportunities for diverse talent with non-traditional career paths and is now expanding into India and other parts of Asia.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63660224</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63660224/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_10_harry_datwani.mp3" length="124177216" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Harry Datwani, Principal Partner with Deloitte Digital and leader of Deloitte’s U.S. Salesforce business. With 18 years of experience in sales, service, and marketing...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, sits down with Harry Datwani, Principal Partner with Deloitte Digital and leader of Deloitte’s U.S. Salesforce business. With 18 years of experience in sales, service, and marketing transformation consulting, Harry has worked with clients across financial services, real estate, and technology sectors, focusing on aligning strategy, operations, and digital technology to drive growth and optimize customer-facing organizations. He also advises large-scale digital transformations for some of Deloitte’s biggest clients.Harry serves as the executive sponsor for Deloitte Digital’s global DEI talent program, WAVE, which has enrolled 2,500 individuals worldwide since 2022, including military veterans, mothers returning to work, refugees, and disabled persons. This program fosters opportunities for diverse talent with non-traditional career paths and is now expanding into India and other parts of Asia.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3105</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Hema Dey</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hema-dey--63521522</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, speaks with Hema Dey, an award-winning New Zealander and founder of Iffel International, a marketing powerhouse redefining digital innovation since 2006. Hema’s groundbreaking SEO2Sales™ methodology, which merges neuroscience with Google’s algorithms, has revolutionized how businesses enhance visibility and drive lead generation. Combining modern sales strategies, AI, and search technologies, Hema provides unique insights into consumer behavior and decision-making, propelling her clients’ success while keeping Iffel International at the forefront of digital marketing.<br /><br />As a sought-after speaker, Hema is known for her wit, energy, and actionable strategies on topics like winning business in 2025 and beyond, overcoming leadership blindspots, and breaking the rules in sales and marketing. With her ability to simplify complex concepts and inspire transformative growth, Hema continues to shape the future of digital marketing.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63521522</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:01:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63521522/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_9_hema_dey.mp3" length="123376576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, speaks with Hema Dey, an award-winning New Zealander and founder of Iffel International, a marketing powerhouse redefining digital innovation since 2006. Hema’s groundbreaking...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Leaders Creating Rukus, Aashi Arora, MHA, PCC, speaks with Hema Dey, an award-winning New Zealander and founder of Iffel International, a marketing powerhouse redefining digital innovation since 2006. Hema’s groundbreaking SEO2Sales™ methodology, which merges neuroscience with Google’s algorithms, has revolutionized how businesses enhance visibility and drive lead generation. Combining modern sales strategies, AI, and search technologies, Hema provides unique insights into consumer behavior and decision-making, propelling her clients’ success while keeping Iffel International at the forefront of digital marketing.<br /><br />As a sought-after speaker, Hema is known for her wit, energy, and actionable strategies on topics like winning business in 2025 and beyond, overcoming leadership blindspots, and breaking the rules in sales and marketing. With her ability to simplify complex concepts and inspire transformative growth, Hema continues to shape the future of digital marketing.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3085</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Tarul Kode</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-tarul-kode--63521532</link><description><![CDATA["As a clinician and healthcare leader, I firmly believe we must center patients in our innovation through multidisciplinary collaboration and thoughtful action."<br /><br />Dr. Tarul Kode is a dynamic, purpose driven executive leader with &gt; two decades of progressive experience and success in strategic consulting, partnerships, and enterprise growth in the healthcare ecosystem. Her distinguishing attributes include transformational leadership and consistent execution. She is passionate about affecting meaningful change at the intersection of healthcare equity, technology/innovation, and values-driven leadership.<br /><br />Tarul was selected as a fellow in the first cohort of the Harvard Medical School Executive Global Health Care Leaders Program, graduating in June 2022. She completed VC University through Berkeley Law/NVCA/Venture Forward in June 2024. She graduated with her Doctorate in Pharmacy Cum Laude through an accelerated program from the University of the Pacific in 2002. <br /><br />She is currently Founding Principal at Ellipsis Healthcare Leadership, in addition to Board member at knowRX, member at Chief, Women Business Leaders of the U.S. Health Care Industry Foundation (WBL), Wonder Women, and Clinicians Who VC. Additionally, she serves as Mentor at Techstars, Advisor at Bream, BigRio AI, Redesign Health, Mariana AI, AMCP Heath Disparities Committee, and various equity focused community organizations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63521532</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 23:59:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63521532/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_8_tarul_kode.mp3" length="127936576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"As a clinician and healthcare leader, I firmly believe we must center patients in our innovation through multidisciplinary collaboration and thoughtful action."

Dr. Tarul Kode is a dynamic, purpose driven executive leader with &amp;gt; two decades of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["As a clinician and healthcare leader, I firmly believe we must center patients in our innovation through multidisciplinary collaboration and thoughtful action."<br /><br />Dr. Tarul Kode is a dynamic, purpose driven executive leader with &gt; two decades of progressive experience and success in strategic consulting, partnerships, and enterprise growth in the healthcare ecosystem. Her distinguishing attributes include transformational leadership and consistent execution. She is passionate about affecting meaningful change at the intersection of healthcare equity, technology/innovation, and values-driven leadership.<br /><br />Tarul was selected as a fellow in the first cohort of the Harvard Medical School Executive Global Health Care Leaders Program, graduating in June 2022. She completed VC University through Berkeley Law/NVCA/Venture Forward in June 2024. She graduated with her Doctorate in Pharmacy Cum Laude through an accelerated program from the University of the Pacific in 2002. <br /><br />She is currently Founding Principal at Ellipsis Healthcare Leadership, in addition to Board member at knowRX, member at Chief, Women Business Leaders of the U.S. Health Care Industry Foundation (WBL), Wonder Women, and Clinicians Who VC. Additionally, she serves as Mentor at Techstars, Advisor at Bream, BigRio AI, Redesign Health, Mariana AI, AMCP Heath Disparities Committee, and various equity focused community organizations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3199</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Navin Goyal</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/navin-goyal--63521519</link><description><![CDATA[Navin Goyal is Managing Partner and co-founder of LOUD Capital, a purpose-driven venture capital and alternative investment firm focused on positively impacting lives. He educates new and seasoned investors, invests in people-centric companies, and provides opportunities for capital growth.<br />Previously a practicing anesthesiologist, Navin leveraged his medical expertise and leadership experience as a medical director to create a broader impact. He founded a mobile healthcare company that has successfully scaled across four states and raised multiple investment rounds.<br />Navin is also an author, sharing his journey from medicine to venture capital in a book that explores leadership, entrepreneurship, and career transitions. He actively engages through writing on LinkedIn, publishing a newsletter, appearing on podcasts, and speaking at events to inspire and empower businesses and individuals.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63521519</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 23:57:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63521519/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_7_navin_goyal.mp3" length="116841856" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Navin Goyal is Managing Partner and co-founder of LOUD Capital, a purpose-driven venture capital and alternative investment firm focused on positively impacting lives. He educates new and seasoned investors, invests in people-centric companies, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Navin Goyal is Managing Partner and co-founder of LOUD Capital, a purpose-driven venture capital and alternative investment firm focused on positively impacting lives. He educates new and seasoned investors, invests in people-centric companies, and provides opportunities for capital growth.<br />Previously a practicing anesthesiologist, Navin leveraged his medical expertise and leadership experience as a medical director to create a broader impact. He founded a mobile healthcare company that has successfully scaled across four states and raised multiple investment rounds.<br />Navin is also an author, sharing his journey from medicine to venture capital in a book that explores leadership, entrepreneurship, and career transitions. He actively engages through writing on LinkedIn, publishing a newsletter, appearing on podcasts, and speaking at events to inspire and empower businesses and individuals.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2921</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sonali Kohli</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sonali-kohli--63521520</link><description><![CDATA[Sonali is a journalist, author, recruiter and speaker. She’s also a Senior Recruiter at URL Media, where she works with newsrooms and media-adjacent organizations who want to find fantastic candidates and treat them well.  A product of Southern California, Sonali grew up in Diamond Bar and graduated from UCLA. Sonali worked for a number of news outlets including the L.A. Times, where was part of the Times staff that won a Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the 2015 San Bernardino mass shooting, and in 2020 was named the best education journalist in the U.S. by the Education Writers Association. <br /><br />Sonali Kohli is the author of the young adult nonfiction book Don’t wait: Three Girls Who Fought for Change and Won, published from Beacon Press this June. “Don't Wait” follows the stories of three young women activists of color fighting for some of today’s most important California movements: defunding school police, increasing access to arts education and combating environmental racism. <b><br /></b>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63521520</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 23:55:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63521520/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_6_sonali_kohli.mp3" length="121051456" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sonali is a journalist, author, recruiter and speaker. She’s also a Senior Recruiter at URL Media, where she works with newsrooms and media-adjacent organizations who want to find fantastic candidates and treat them well.  A product of Southern...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sonali is a journalist, author, recruiter and speaker. She’s also a Senior Recruiter at URL Media, where she works with newsrooms and media-adjacent organizations who want to find fantastic candidates and treat them well.  A product of Southern California, Sonali grew up in Diamond Bar and graduated from UCLA. Sonali worked for a number of news outlets including the L.A. Times, where was part of the Times staff that won a Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the 2015 San Bernardino mass shooting, and in 2020 was named the best education journalist in the U.S. by the Education Writers Association. <br /><br />Sonali Kohli is the author of the young adult nonfiction book Don’t wait: Three Girls Who Fought for Change and Won, published from Beacon Press this June. “Don't Wait” follows the stories of three young women activists of color fighting for some of today’s most important California movements: defunding school police, increasing access to arts education and combating environmental racism. <b><br /></b>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3027</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Senator Manka Dhingra</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/senator-manka-dhingra--63521521</link><description><![CDATA[Manka Dhingra is the Deputy Majority Leader of the Washington State Senate, representing the 45th Legislative District since 2017 as the first Sikh state legislator in the U.S. With decades of experience as a prosecutor and behavioral health expert, she chairs the Senate Law &amp; Justice Committee and has championed reforms in domestic violence, firearm safety, property tax relief, and criminal justice. <br />As a Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney since 2000, Dhingra developed therapeutic courts and trained law enforcement in crisis intervention. She co-founded Chaya to support South Asian domestic violence survivors and serves on the board of Hopelink to combat poverty. A leader in equity, poverty reduction, and aging policy, Dhingra ensures a fair and inclusive approach to governance.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63521521</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 23:53:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63521521/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_5_senator_manka_dhingra.mp3" length="118637056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Manka Dhingra is the Deputy Majority Leader of the Washington State Senate, representing the 45th Legislative District since 2017 as the first Sikh state legislator in the U.S. With decades of experience as a prosecutor and behavioral health expert,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Manka Dhingra is the Deputy Majority Leader of the Washington State Senate, representing the 45th Legislative District since 2017 as the first Sikh state legislator in the U.S. With decades of experience as a prosecutor and behavioral health expert, she chairs the Senate Law &amp; Justice Committee and has championed reforms in domestic violence, firearm safety, property tax relief, and criminal justice. <br />As a Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney since 2000, Dhingra developed therapeutic courts and trained law enforcement in crisis intervention. She co-founded Chaya to support South Asian domestic violence survivors and serves on the board of Hopelink to combat poverty. A leader in equity, poverty reduction, and aging policy, Dhingra ensures a fair and inclusive approach to governance.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2966</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Bijal Choksi</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bijal-choksi--62730777</link><description><![CDATA[Bijal Choksi, MA, CHPC, PCC is not your typical organizational psychologist; picture Wendy from the show "Billions," but with an extra dose of ethics. After decades working at some of the big 5 consulting firms, she is now a partner at HuWork, where she aims to ignite human inspiration in the workplace, transforming jobs into opportunities for personal development and fulfillment. MillerCoors, Newmont Mining, Toyota, AT&amp;T, and Core Power Yoga are some of her clients.<br /><br />Bijal’s vision is to increase diversity in leadership roles, primarily through executive coaching for women and underrepresented groups. She loves to elevate those whom others underestimate, because of personality, gender, race, or other factors. After conducting a market study with professional South Asian women and identifying common leadership challenges for this group, she now also leads a 3-week leadership accelerator program specifically for ambitious South Asian women whose companies will not pay for 1:1 leadership coaching. Visit <a href="https://bit.ly/2025Cohort" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bit.ly/2025Cohort</a> for more information on this program.<br /><br />Bijal is proud alumna of Columbia University and the Wharton School of Business, and now guest lectures at Wharton on how to be a human-centered leader. She holds several certifications including in The Science of Happiness, StandOut Strengths, and PCC level from the International Coaching Federation. She is also a guest instructor at <a href="https://www.miravalresorts.com/arizona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miraval Resorts and Spa,</a> where she leads workshops on how to be happier, build resilience, and cope with stress. Come visit her there!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62730777</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:38:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62730777/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_4_bijal_choksi.mp3" length="113477056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bijal Choksi, MA, CHPC, PCC is not your typical organizational psychologist; picture Wendy from the show "Billions," but with an extra dose of ethics. After decades working at some of the big 5 consulting firms, she is now a partner at HuWork, where...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bijal Choksi, MA, CHPC, PCC is not your typical organizational psychologist; picture Wendy from the show "Billions," but with an extra dose of ethics. After decades working at some of the big 5 consulting firms, she is now a partner at HuWork, where she aims to ignite human inspiration in the workplace, transforming jobs into opportunities for personal development and fulfillment. MillerCoors, Newmont Mining, Toyota, AT&amp;T, and Core Power Yoga are some of her clients.<br /><br />Bijal’s vision is to increase diversity in leadership roles, primarily through executive coaching for women and underrepresented groups. She loves to elevate those whom others underestimate, because of personality, gender, race, or other factors. After conducting a market study with professional South Asian women and identifying common leadership challenges for this group, she now also leads a 3-week leadership accelerator program specifically for ambitious South Asian women whose companies will not pay for 1:1 leadership coaching. Visit <a href="https://bit.ly/2025Cohort" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bit.ly/2025Cohort</a> for more information on this program.<br /><br />Bijal is proud alumna of Columbia University and the Wharton School of Business, and now guest lectures at Wharton on how to be a human-centered leader. She holds several certifications including in The Science of Happiness, StandOut Strengths, and PCC level from the International Coaching Federation. She is also a guest instructor at <a href="https://www.miravalresorts.com/arizona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miraval Resorts and Spa,</a> where she leads workshops on how to be happier, build resilience, and cope with stress. Come visit her there!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2837</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Deepti Gandhi</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-deepti-gandhi--62730776</link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Gandhi received her Medical Degree from the Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Northridge Family Medicine Residency Program affiliated with UCLA. She has been practicing for two decades. During the course of her career, Dr. Gandhi has witnessed patients experience the sometimes debilitating symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. This inspired her to complete additional courses and training in order to care for her patients in a more effective manner. She is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). Dr. Gandhi is passionate about empowering her female patients with education and knowledge so that they can make well-informed choices when it comes to their hormone health and midlife health. With her warm bedside manner and holistic yet evidence-based approach, she offers a comprehensive health evaluation and an individualized treatment plan for each patient. Her goal is to help women thrive during this phase of their lives. When not seeing patients, Dr. Gandhi greatly enjoys offering coaching services to colleagues and future doctors in order to help them align with their true purpose and achieve their personal and career goals. She also loves educating listeners on a variety of health and wellbeing topics as a podcast guest and speaker.<b><br /></b>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62730776</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:38:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62730776/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_3_dr_deepti_gandhi.mp3" length="122357056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dr. Gandhi received her Medical Degree from the Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Northridge Family Medicine Residency Program affiliated with UCLA. She has been practicing for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dr. Gandhi received her Medical Degree from the Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Northridge Family Medicine Residency Program affiliated with UCLA. She has been practicing for two decades. During the course of her career, Dr. Gandhi has witnessed patients experience the sometimes debilitating symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. This inspired her to complete additional courses and training in order to care for her patients in a more effective manner. She is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). Dr. Gandhi is passionate about empowering her female patients with education and knowledge so that they can make well-informed choices when it comes to their hormone health and midlife health. With her warm bedside manner and holistic yet evidence-based approach, she offers a comprehensive health evaluation and an individualized treatment plan for each patient. Her goal is to help women thrive during this phase of their lives. When not seeing patients, Dr. Gandhi greatly enjoys offering coaching services to colleagues and future doctors in order to help them align with their true purpose and achieve their personal and career goals. She also loves educating listeners on a variety of health and wellbeing topics as a podcast guest and speaker.<b><br /></b>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3059</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dr. Priya Shah</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-priya-shah--62730779</link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Priya J. Shah is a longtime educator, artist, and community organizer in Orange County, CA. She teaches Gender Studies and Ethnic Studies at a number of local colleges and universities. Her artwork has been shown at the Riverside Museum and West Elm South Coast Plaza. Her activism on behalf of LGBTQ+ students and racial justice have earned her the Harvey Milk Jr. Award for Community Service and the OC Pride Community Advocate award. Dr. Shah is currently working on a project about the earliest Indian American women to immigrate to California and is a Scholar-Editor on the National Historical Publications and Records Commission Planning Grant awarded to the South Asian American Digital Archive.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62730779</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 04:55:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62730779/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_2_dr_priya_shah.mp3" length="123437056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dr. Priya J. Shah is a longtime educator, artist, and community organizer in Orange County, CA. She teaches Gender Studies and Ethnic Studies at a number of local colleges and universities. Her artwork has been shown at the Riverside Museum and West...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dr. Priya J. Shah is a longtime educator, artist, and community organizer in Orange County, CA. She teaches Gender Studies and Ethnic Studies at a number of local colleges and universities. Her artwork has been shown at the Riverside Museum and West Elm South Coast Plaza. Her activism on behalf of LGBTQ+ students and racial justice have earned her the Harvey Milk Jr. Award for Community Service and the OC Pride Community Advocate award. Dr. Shah is currently working on a project about the earliest Indian American women to immigrate to California and is a Scholar-Editor on the National Historical Publications and Records Commission Planning Grant awarded to the South Asian American Digital Archive.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3086</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37836b8786785869d7bc6b063a135438.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ambika Agnihotri – Systems Engineer and Cybersecurity Specialist</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ambika-agnihotri-systems-engineer-and-cybersecurity-specialist--62730778</link><description><![CDATA[Ambika Agnihotri is a seasoned Systems Engineer and Cybersecurity Specialist with a proven track record in cloud security, risk management, and critical infrastructure protection. With a focus on federal agencies, Ambika currently leads cloud visibility efforts at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), overseeing security integration projects across AWS and Azure platforms to ensure strict adherence to federal cybersecurity standards.Her extensive experience in federal consulting and solution architecture enables her to spearhead Zero Trust architecture initiatives, successfully guide systems through Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, and manage high-impact projects crucial to national security. Ambika’s passion lies in modernizing federal systems and continuously evolving her expertise in cloud governance and cybersecurity to meet the ever-changing demands of the digital landscape.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62730778</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 04:38:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62730778/leaders_creating_rukus_eps_1_ambika_agnihotri.mp3" length="118277056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aashi Arora</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ambika Agnihotri is a seasoned Systems Engineer and Cybersecurity Specialist with a proven track record in cloud security, risk management, and critical infrastructure protection. 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