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The IKKIVI Podcast is a space where we speak with leaders, change makers and disruptors who inspire us with their unique perspectives to live meaningful and fuller lives each day. Here we reflect on contemporary cultural practices and build on conscious values to create a community of thoughtful individuals through conversation. Join us as we release new episodes every fortnight.
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Welcome to the seventh episode of The IKKIVI Podcast season 3. Today, we are honoured to host Nonita Kalra, a luminary with over three decades of experience in the media world, spanning roles from the Editor of Harper’s Bazaar India to the Editor-in-Chief of ELLE India. Throughout her career, Nonita has been an architect of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends, not just witnessing but also steering the evolution of these realms with her visionary approach.
In this episode, we talk about the dynamic landscape of Indian fashion, discussing its transformation over the years and the trends that promise to shape its future. Nonita shares with us her insights on the changing perception of Indian fashion on the world stage, the role of fashion media in this transformative era, and the impact of social media and influencer culture on traditional fashion journalism. From personal challenges to memorable moments and the continuous evolution of her motivation, Nonita's journey offers invaluable lessons and inspiration for anyone looking to make their mark in the fashion industry.
Join us as we uncover the layers of Indian fashion's past, present, and future through the experiences and vision of one of it's most influential figures.
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Welcome to the sixth episode of 'The IKKIVI Podcast Season 3.' Join us as we sit down with Dominique Farnan, a dynamic entrepreneur, author, speaker, and advocate dedicated to nurturing a new wave of heart-led leaders, conscious creators, and impact-driven entrepreneurs. With over two decades of experience, Dom Farnan fearlessly navigates high-growth environments, seamlessly integrating entrepreneurship, conscious leadership, and advocacy into her endeavors.
In this episode, Dom openly shares her journey from burnout to embracing well-being as a priority and leading with consciousness. She delves into the grounding practices that anchor her and highlights the vital importance for our generation to embrace self-growth and mindful leadership within our work culture.
Prepare to be inspired as Dominique's story imparts invaluable insights, enriching not only entrepreneurs but anyone seeking to lead with purpose. Tune in and let her wisdom resonate with you on your own journey.
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Welcome to the fifth episode of 'The IKKIVI Podcast Season 3.' In this episode, we are joined by Deborah Gates, an Australian stylist challenging societal norms in fashion, particularly for women over 50.
In this episode, Deborah shares her personal style on Instagram and also uses her platform to introduce ethical and sustainable designers to her followers, promoting the concept of quality over quantity and building a wardrobe for longevity.
In this conversation, we talk about her journey in the world of fashion, breaking stereotypes related to 'age-appropriate' dressing, discussing her personal style, and sharing her thoughts on the future of the fashion industry regarding diversity in age, beauty, and personal style. We hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as we did! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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Welcome to the fourth episode of The IKKIVI Podcast Season 3. In this episode, we have with us Priyasha Saluja, a plant-based chef, entrepreneur, hormonal health coach, and founder of The Cinnamon Kitchen, a brand that champions delicious and nutritional products that are plant-based, gluten-free, and free of refined sugars. She also appeared in season 3 of The Shark Tank India.In this episode, we speak with her about her journey from battling PCOS symptoms to founding The Cinnamon Kitchen, and how her personal struggles led her to embrace plant-based cooking and share her creations with others. She also talks about the interrelation between diet and conditions such as PCOS, insulin resistance, and others, and the importance of making conscious choices and seeing the value in hormonal health and sustainable lifestyle changes over quick fixes and diet fads. We hope you enjoy this lovely and insightful conversation!
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Welcome to the third episode of The IKKIVI Podcast Season 3. In this episode, we have with us Vidya Patel, a Birmingham-based movement artist and performer. She has been training in Kathak from a young age and takes influences from various languages and experiences of working with a diverse range of artists within dance, music, and visual arts. Her work focuses on autobiographical narratives drawing on themes of identity, belonging, and empowerment.In this conversation, we speak with her about her journey into the dance world, what influenced her passion for Indian classical dance, and how she transitioned into being a movement artist and choreographer. We speak with her about the connection between mind and body, how emotions can impact movement and vice versa, and how one releases tension and emotional trauma. We look forward to you being a part of this conversation!
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Welcome to the second episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 3’. In this episode, we have with us Mira Manek, an author, speaker, and founder of the brand ‘Chai by Mira’. She is the author behind bestselling cookbooks Saffron Soul and Prajna, based on Ayurveda, rituals, happiness, and mental health. Her third project, Book of Chai, is out this April.In this episode, we speak with her about her journey into the world of cooking and wellness, her inspiration behind making traditional Indian cuisine both nourishing and delicious, and the recipes that bring overall well-being to the mind, body, and soul. We also talk about the perception of Indian food globally, the importance of daily Ayurvedic rituals for happiness, and her upcoming work. We look forward to you being part of this very insightful conversation!
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Welcome to the first episode of 'The IKKIVI Podcast Season 3.' In this episode, we have with us Lisa Ray, an award-winning actor, author, cancer survivor, and co-founder of a digital art platform. Lisa has embraced multiple worlds and identities long before the mainstream accepted the multiplicities of selfhood.At 51 and a mother of 5-year-old twins, Lisa is a pro-ager, working on her next book. She owns her narrative and encourages others to do the same through her public talks and keynote speaking engagements.In this wonderful conversation, we discuss motherhood, hustle culture, and the redefinition of societal systems. We also delve into the importance of having a unique voice in today’s digital age, the impact of the entertainment industry on her personal life, and how she has redefined her career from being a 1990s model to the pivotal moments that have shaped the incredible person she is today. We truly enjoyed this candid conversation with Lisa, who has always inspired us, and we look forward to having you be a part of it as well!
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Welcome to the twentieth and final episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2.’ In this episode, we have with us Sara Auster, a sound therapist, meditation teacher, and author. She has spent the past decade introducing sound baths to diverse audiences and unique environments all across the world. Her work explores how sound and listening transform space—both physically and psychologically—for the purpose of creating connection and healing.In this episode, we speak with her about how sound healing works as a therapeutic and restorative practice, how it can help us navigate and heal emotional trauma, and how we can incorporate sound practices into our daily lives, and much more. If you’re curious about this space and want to learn more about this mindful practice, we’d love for you to tune into this conversation.
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Welcome to the nineteenth episode of 'The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2.' In this episode, we have with us Isold Halldorudottir from Reykjavik, Iceland, who began her modeling career just over five years ago. She was discovered by a fashion and creative director after applying to a talent competition to be featured in Love Magazine in 2017.Since then, she has continued to advocate for diversity both within and outside the fashion industry, challenging the status quo as an artist and activist. You can follow her work on her Instagram. In this heartfelt conversation, we discuss her journey of embracing her beauty in a stereotypical system, navigating through insecurities, standing up to societal norms, and finding a safe space to express herself through her art. We also explore how she has strengthened her role as a body image activist. The conversation was so earnest and deep, striking a chord for all of us. We hope it resonates with you too.
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Welcome to the eighteenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us George Harding-Rolls, the Director of Policy & Advocacy at Eco-Age, who runs the organization’s work on pushing for the equitable phase-out of fossil fuel from fashion. Previously, he was with the Changing Markets Foundation, a Dutch non-profit formed to accelerate solutions to sustainability challenges by leveraging the power of markets, where he ran several hard-hitting corporate investigations pushing for accountability and advocating for legislative change. In this episode, we speak with him about his active involvement in environmental advocacy in his career, about his new impactful role at Eco-Age, and how the organization is addressing some of the most pressing issues we are facing today in the fashion industry. We also speak with him about his key role in launching the Fossil Fashion campaign, how it has affected the public awareness of fossil fuel dependence, and his thoughts on how small brands with limited resources can look to be more sustainable. We look forward to you tuning into this very insightful discussion!
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Welcome to the seventeenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Mili Ghosh, a highly acclaimed photographer known for her unique style of work and vision. With over a decade of experience, she’s widely recognized as one of the leading editorial wedding photographers in the industry. She has photographed weddings from all over the world and has been featured in numerous publications such as Vogue and Brides Today. Her work stands out with her carefully composed and artfully executed images/videos with an avant-garde approach. Each moment she captures reflects the essence of the people in them, influenced by a combination of her classic and modern aesthetics, and she continues to break the rules of traditional photography with her niche. In this episode, we speak with her about her journey, her unique style of framing life, what inspires her to break away from the mainstream narrative as an artist, and more. There’s so much to learn from this introspective conversation, and we are so excited for you to tune in! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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Welcome to the sixteenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking to Sara Idacavage. She’s a doctoral candidate and instructor in the Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors at the University of Georgia. She is passionate about sustainability and mental health awareness, and her current research examines how fashion education can be enhanced by using sustainability to frame historical inquiry, placing unsustainable ideas, practices, and systems within broader historical contexts. In this episode, we speak with her about bringing together history and sustainability through her research, the interesting connection between the two, and how history can make the fashion industry more sustainable. We also delve into the intention behind her work as a historian and educator, about facing eco-guilt and eco-anxiety in today’s time and how as individuals, we can constructively navigate through such complex feelings. We learned so much from this conversation about history, sustainability and more, and we look forward to you tuning into it!
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Welcome to the fifteenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Aishwarya Sharma, India’s first fashion activist who focuses on using fashion as a medium of change through her social media platforms and passionately advocates for climate and women rights.
In this episode, we speak with her about her journey to becoming a fashion activist, the storytelling aspect of writing about social issues on her platform, and the projects she’s working on currently. She also speaks with us about how Indian fashion is compared to global standards in terms of sustainability, how its perception is changing amongst the International audience, and the issues around sustainability & ethical practices in India. This was such an engaging and eye opening conversation for us, and we’re so excited for you to tune into it!
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Welcome to the fourteenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Shira Gill, a globally recognized organizing expert, bestselling author, speaker, and a minimalist. In this episode, we speak with her about her journey as an organizing expert and a lifestyle creator, her idea of minimalism and what it means for her, the importance of defining our own version of minimalism in life and adding value to it, and more. She also speaks about the correlation between decluttering and life, the importance of starting small, and the creative process behind her work. We learned so much from this conversation, and we hope you enjoy tuning into it too! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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Venetia's podcast description: Welcome to the thirteenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Venetia La Manna, a fair fashion campaigner who through her social media platforms, challenges fashion brands that are costing the earth and calls out retailers on their unethical practices. She regularly co-organizes actions against Big Fashion and is a co-founder of Remember Who Made Them, seeking to uplift the voices and demands of garment makers.
In this episode, we speak with her about her journey as a sustainable living advocate and fair fashion campaigner, the personal experiences that inspired her to venture on this path, and her changing relationship with fashion over the years. We also speak with her about the importance of learning to take collective action against multinational corporations, about educating ourselves about the industry, her thoughts on the second-hand fashion market, greenwashing in big to small brands, and more. We learned so much from this conversation, and we hope you enjoy tuning into it too! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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Welcome to the twelfth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Raquel Willis, an award-winning author and media strategist dedicated to Black transgender liberation. She is a thought leader on gender, race, and intersectionality, organizing marginalized communities for social change while using digital activism as a major tool of resistance and liberation.
In this episode, we speak with her about her journey of self discovery and breaking the barriers by coming out as a black trans woman and building her own digital community from an early age. We also speak with her about her thoughts on transgender rights and advocacy, collective liberation, and the need to expose ourselves with more narratives for creating a positive impact in society. This conversation was so insightful and gave us a deeper understanding of the trans community, and we look forward to you being a part of it! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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Welcome to the eleventh episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Kirti Tewani, an ayurvedic therapist and the founder of Kalya Veda, an organization committed to promoting the ancient holistic system of Ayurveda.
In this episode, we speak with her about her inspiration behind building a community on social media promoting the art of balance and mindfulness, her personal experiences with incorporating ayurveda in her daily life, and ways to achieve a balanced life. We also speak with her about the current perception of Ayurveda, ways to manage stress, and personalizing an Ayurvedic routine for our mind and body. We had so much to learn from this episode, and we hope you find this episode equally engaging! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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Welcome to the tenth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Cara Marie Piazza, a natural dyer, and artisan working in New York City. She creates one-of-a-kind textiles using natural elements such as botanicals, plant matter, minerals, non-toxic metals, and food waste. Cara curates unique experiences merging healing, color, and art.
In this episode, we speak with her about her creative thought process and what nature and its colors mean to her as a natural dyer and artist. We also speak with her about her art form and her signature style, healing with nature, the aspect of spirituality in her work, personal life, and more. This conversation was so engaging and thoughtful, and we are excited for you to tune in! You can follow her work on Instagram.
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Welcome to the ninth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Diandra Marizet Esparza, the co-founder of Intersectional Environmentalist. She is a speaker, writer, and poet whose work addresses the erasure of diverse stories and education available to rising generations.
In this episode, we speak with her about her journey as a founding member of the non-profit organization Intersectional Environmentalist, the incredible work she does for the community through it, and how she defines the concept of intersectionality between social justice and environmental issues. We also speak with her about culture being a way to reconnect with nature, the need to collectively incorporate an intersectional approach in our environmental advocacy, and her long-term aspirations towards making a difference in society. This conversation has been so thoughtful and engaging, and we are so excited for you to tune in! You can follow her work on Instagram.
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Welcome to the eighth episode of ‘The IKKIVI Podcast Season 2’. In this episode, we have with us Shakaila Forbes-Bell, a fashion psychologist and researcher specializing in the intersection of fashion, identity, and mental health. Through her platform ‘Fashion Is Psychology’, she has worked closely with several global brands to unpack the psychological impact of style and beauty. She has been featured in The Guardian, CNN, Who What Wear, and more, along with features in Vogue, The Times, and Grazia.
In this episode, we speak with her about pursuing fashion psychology as a career, the story and intention behind her platform ‘Fashion Is Psychology’, and the impact fashion has on us. We also speak with her about its importance, how fashion psychology promotes and nurtures a more inclusive fashion industry, and ways we can discover and identify our individual styles. We learned so much from this conversation, and we are so excited to have you listen to this episode! You can follow her work on her Instagram.
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