Podcasts by What Is This Behaviour?

Ep 81 - DANIYAL KHAN - Self-actualisation and levelling up sports, culture & commentary from 2023-09-30T11:00

Welcome Daniyal Khan, the sports presenter, personality and commentator levelling up the sports industry!

Daniyal educates global audiences through thoughtful video editorials...

Ep 80 - VARADA SETHU - Humanising Hollywood's Highs from 2023-05-09T12:09:53

EP 80 introduces Varada Sethu, the Kerala-born, British-Indian actress whose career spans film and television!

While she rises with roles in major franchises like Jurassic Wor...

Ep 79 - NIKITA CHAUHAN - The Community-Hearted CEO Amplifying Afrobeats from 2023-03-22T12:55:55

We wax lyrical with Nikita Chauhan, the CEO, and founder of TranslateNC; a music talent management and strategic marketing company looking after Guiltybeatz,  DJ Semtex & more. 

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Ep 78 - LEO KALYAN - The Alchemy of Classical Into Contemporary from 2023-03-08T18:39:50

EP 78 with Leo Kalyan is here to bless your ears!

Bringing in wisdom, warmth, and undeniable skill is @leokalyan the singer, songwriter & music producer from London who has taken the ...

Ep 77 - JASMIN SEHRA - Creating Her Colourful Lane from 2023-02-22T18:12:49

Illustrator and designer Jasmin Sehra enters the WITB chat on EP77!

Inspired by her Naniji’s DIY cassette tape covers and old school South Asian typography, Jasmin AKA Paradise Girl has b...

Ep 76 - NIKESH SHUKLA - The Power of the Pen from 2023-02-08T21:35:18

Episode 76 welcomes the author and screenwriter, Nikesh Shukla to the WITB community.

Leading up to the release of his teen fiction novel ‘Stand Up’, award-winning author and screenwriter...

Ep 75 - Side Hustles & The Asian Man (Part 2) from 2022-10-10T17:09:38

What's your side hustle? 

In July 2020, we spoke to Aaron Christian about one of his side hustles, The Asian Man. Going for 10 years, The Asian Man celebrates stylish south asian men...

Ep 74 - WITB 101 PT. 2 - Best bits from the live event & deeper insights with the editor Jayshree Viswanathan from 2022-09-26T12:18:12

A month after the launch of the WITB 101 at White City House, Jayshree, the editor on the project, joins us for a candid reflection on the process. We peel back the layers on brown excellence, f...

Ep 73 - WITB 101 PT. 1 - Our annual, growing resource of 101 South Asian people going against the grain from 2022-08-11T11:31:33

On Friday 5th August 2022, we launched the WITB 101; our annual, growing, open resource of 101 South Asian people going against the grain. Lock in to Aaron, Almass & Reuben tapping into the ...

Ep 72 - Personas Vs Personal Brands from 2022-07-19T13:13:07

As three seperate artists with public profiles, personal branding is something we can’t ignore. But what exactly is a personal brand nowadays? Is it seperate from our authentic selves? And what’...

Ep 71 - TAZ LATIF - Redefining Global DEI Leadership from 2022-07-06T11:04:02

Multi-award-winning Global Head of DEI at M&C Saatchi Group, Taz, talks to us about her purpose-led journey from teaching to becoming the only woman of colour in a leadership position at her...

Ep 70 - How Travel Shapes Us from 2022-06-15T11:24:47

As the world opens up post-pandemic a lot of us are called to travel, for both work and the need to turn-the-hell-up ;) So we share stories on how travel is shaping us, its importance in helping...

Ep 69 - JOSEPH PATEL - The Filmmaking Road To The Oscars from 2022-05-30T15:43:55

Academy Award®, BAFTA, and Independent Spirit Award-winning filmmaker Joseph talks candidly about his journey from music journalism to being the first Patel to win an Oscar - and how important m...

Ep 68 - Our Two Year Birthday Recap from 2022-05-16T15:57:55

We're two! And we're honoring it by taking stock of another year in the pod game, sharing our ups and downs, and what we've observed in the global pioneering South Asian scene. 

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Ep 67 - ANEESHA KOTWANI & KAVYA - Finding Your Work Rhythm from 2022-04-05T14:47:44

Ahead of The Dialled In Festival on 9th April 2022, Aaron and Almass chat to Aneesha and Kavya about navigating the music game as an artist, a manager, and a DJ; from working to your own tempo r...

Ep 67 - ANEESHA KOTWANI & KAYVA TREHAN - Finding Your Work Rhythm from 2022-04-05T14:47:44

Ahead of The Dialled In Festival on 9th April 2022, Aaron and Almass chat to Aneesha and Kavya about navigating the music game as an artist, a manager, and a DJ; from working to your own tempo r...

Ep 66 - How To Not Burn Bridges from 2022-03-28T15:33:39

Aaron and Reuben share frustrations around abysmal networking etiquette and give tips on how to best develop and maintain healthy, respectful professional relationships. 

Ep 65 - How To Not Burn Bridges from 2022-03-28T15:33:39

Aaron and Reuben share frustrations around abysmal networking etiquette and give tips on how to best develop and maintain healthy, respectful professional relationships. 

Ep 65 - REVA BHATT - Restyling Monolithic Narratives from 2022-03-14T16:02:47

Reva, a Creative Director and Stylist based in Los Angeles & New York,  talks about the importance of building a creative community and how she is experimenting with the way visual cult...

Ep 64 - The Importance of Mentoring from 2022-02-28T15:58:18

All three of us give and receive mentoring, and agree that without it, navigating life and work would be a lot more challenging. We talk about how to find and approach a mentor, the difference b...

Ep 63 - POPPY JAY - Let's Talk About Sex from 2022-02-14T14:31:05

To celebrate Valentine's Day we indulged in some four-way verbal intercourse with Poppy, a co-host on the 'Brown Girls Do It Too' podcast; going back and forth on everything from shame and cultu...

Ep 62 - The Confessions Game from 2022-01-04T13:48:39

We start 2022 off by answering some revealing questions around career, sex, money, relationships and family, using 'The Confessions Game' from The School of Life. Expect moments of truth, depth,...

Ep 61 - DAYTIMERS - Collective Thinking from 2021-12-15T17:45:49

We chat to Samia, Alisha, Kiran, Amad and Mahnoor from the Daytimers collective about everything from opening up rave culture to non drinkers right through to creating space for the South Asian ...

Ep 60 - Consciously Reinventing Ourselves for 2022 from 2021-11-30T22:38:51

After a deeply introspective and uncomfortable two years, we put aside generic New Years Resolutions and ponder who we really want to be in 2022, welcome our future selves and share our professi...

Ep 59 - KARIMAH HASSAN - From Loneliness To Belonging Through Art from 2021-11-16T10:29:49

London based artist Karimah explains how her painting work in street, community and public art aims to bring us together. 

Ep 58 - This Is Not A Rant About Diversity from 2021-11-02T22:55:37

"How does it feel to have a full POC team?" is a question Aaron was asked while working on a film set recently. At the time, Aaron hadn't even noticed that this was the case, let alone land on h...

Ep 57 - JONAH BATAMBUZE - Bridging Black and Indian Love with The Blindian Project from 2021-10-18T16:36:49

Artist, speaker and activist Jonah tells us why he co-created The Blindian Project; a social impact media platform and global community at the intersection of Black x Brown culture, normalising ...

Ep 56 - Passion Projects: Are They Worth It? from 2021-10-05T09:47:28

What is the relevance of passion projects in a number crunching society?

Ep 55 - RYAN CHETIYAWARDANA - Shaking Up Cocktail Culture from 2021-09-20T11:23:55

World renowned mixologist Ryan aka Mr Lyan journeys through opening White Lyan, the world's first cocktail bar to use no perishables, founding Dandelyan, awarded the 'World’s Best Cocktail Bar',...

Ep 54 - The Fine Line between Cultural Appreciation and Appropriation from 2021-09-07T11:52:09

Non South Asian led Yoga retreats, white dreadlocks, African inspired western high fashion; at what point does cultural appreciation cross the line? 

Ep 53 - LEYYA SATTAR - Unpacking Business Bias Through The Other Box from 2021-08-26T12:19:10

Multiple award winning entrepreneur Leyya talks work/life balance and explains how her organisation ‘The Other Box’ uses positivity to create a more inclusive creative and tech industry.

Ep 52 - Do We Like Our Bodies? from 2021-08-10T13:52:02

As we experience summer after a year of restricted movement in lock down, how do we currently feel about our bodies and what plans do we have, if any, to respect and honour them more?

Ep 51 - SANAH AHSAN - Fusing Poetry and Psychology To Liberate from 2021-07-27T13:05:39

Queer, muslim, clinical psychologist and award winning poet Sanah explains how reimagining our relationship to pain can aid our collective emotional and mental wellbeing.

Ep 50 - Blue Tick Verification: Merit or Hype? from 2021-07-05T16:29:31

We discuss what the blue tick verification system signals to each of us and whether we think it’s helpful or harmful for society.

Ep 49 - RAVI AMARATUNGA - A Decade of Connecting Brands to Culture from 2021-06-28T11:32:32

On the pulse since 2010, senior commissioner Ravi has shaped video content at Channel 4, Dazed, VICE, and now runs Soursop; a next-gen creative consultancy that helps brands connect to premium G...

Ep 48 - The Father's Day Takeover from 2021-06-20T14:32:46

We enjoy two funny and heart warming chats with our fathers about their come-up, and what it's like parenting rebels ;)

Ep 47 - VALENTINA RAMAN - Pioneering a Youth Led Education Revolution from 2021-06-16T08:16:45

Valentina explains her mission as a ‘community weaver’ and why her latest project Youth X Youth; a global youth led education movement, is so important for the future of education. And our world...

Ep 46 - HEERAL PATTNI - Harnessing Tech for Women Travelling Solo from 2021-06-03T15:04:54

Heeral talks about life as a young social tech entrepreneur and how she accidentally created Amica: a friendship app for women travelling solo.

Ep 45 - ASHANTI OMKAR - Two Decades Of Championing Indian Film from 2021-05-29T10:03:29

BBC Broadcaster & film critic Ashanti Omkar shares her journey of cultural discovery and intuitive learnings from two decades of working in Indian Arts & film.

Ep 44 - 1 Year of WITB: Growing Together from 2021-05-20T12:48:18

We (Aaron, Almass and Reuben if you're new here!) take stock and process one year in the pod game, exploring personal and professional relationship building, acknowledging challenges that arise ...

Ep 43 - MOHAMMAD QAZALBASH - PR'ing The World’s Largest Concerts from 2021-05-12T10:24:03

From interning at Sony Music to becoming the Head of Concert Publicity at Live Nation, Mo shares tips on great PR and thoughts on the importance of live experiences.

Ep 42 - What’s The New Normal? from 2021-05-04T20:51:59

The UK’s lockdown regulations are fully lifted on June 21st 2021, which we’ve named ‘COVID Independence Day’. We discuss what a New Normal could look like in terms of work, socialising, relation...

Ep 41 - ROSH MAHTANI - Imperfect Design and Passionate Mistakes from 2021-04-27T20:51:43

Rosh talks to us through her intuitive journey creating Alighieri; an award winning collection of jewellery inspired by poet Dante's Divine Comedy.

Ep 40 - Should We Monetise Our Podcast? from 2021-04-20T16:41:06

We get into a deeply honest, passionate and at times uncomfortable debate around the idea of asking our listenership for financial support for our podcast’s evolution.

Ep 39 SUNTHAR V - Tamil Comedy on The Punch Up from 2021-04-05T14:40:20

Sunthar V, a comedian from Canada, conveys the importance of alternative spaces for underrepresented comics to voice their stories.

Ep 38 - Ridiculous South Asian Stereotypes from 2021-03-29T12:13:01

We created this podcast to break limiting South Asian stereotypes, but what exactly ARE some of them? We listed a few, and it got kinda idiotic lol.

Ep 37 - SALVIN CHAHAL - Exploring Masculinity Through Poetry from 2021-03-21T15:18:28

Salvin explains how poetry allows him to embrace his duality as a minority growing up in LA, as well as unpack reductive masculine narratives.

Ep 36 - The Mother's Day Takeover from 2021-03-14T11:20:18

We enjoy two hilarious and revealing chats with our mothers about the pains and pleasures of being our co-creators.

Ep 35 - SUMIT VASWANI - Programming India's Music Culture from 2021-03-08T22:48:02

Sumit covers his contribution to the origins of music programming in Mumbai's thriving music scene, landing now, as Soho House Mumbai's programmer. 

Ep 34 - Individualism: the birth of our creative journeys from 2021-02-27T19:05:07

We reminisce on the era and project that connected us, shaped us and ultimately lead to this podcast.

Ep 33 - NAFISA BAKKAR - The CEO Amplifying The Voices of Muslim Women from 2021-02-19T13:43:56

Nafisa shares the highs and lows of co-founding and growing Amaliah.com, and what life is like for a Forbes 30 Under 30 thought leader. 

Ep 32 - Debunking Valentines Day and Romanticism from 2021-02-14T10:02:31

We start by unpacking Valentines Day then end up redefining love itself. Cupid step aside ;)

Ep 31 - DJ COMPLEXION - Peace and Power through Music from 2021-02-08T15:35:42

From spinning with Stormzy & RZA to connecting the globe through his independent Future Beats Show - Complexion takes us on a journey.

Ep 30 - MAHANEELA - Storytelling Black and Brown Joy from 2021-01-29T17:35:04

Multidisciplinary artist Mahaneela explores all her gifts to focus on what the media tends to miss - our joy!

Ep 29 - Reflecting on 2020 to Grow in 2021 from 2021-01-17T18:46:48

We look back on the infamous 2020 and share ideas on planning ahead for such an uncertain 2021.

Ep 28 - RYAN LANJI - Remixing Art & Culture through Self Belief from 2021-01-11T11:36:22

From founding Queer South Asian spaces to winning Netflix’s "The Big Flower Fight" and beyond, Ryan hilariously and honestly shares his story of transforming obstacles into opportunities.

Ep 27 - NEELAM KESHWALA - Don't Sleep On Us from 2020-12-28T17:55:38

Neelam talks about her community Don't Sleep On Us and the importance of owning our differences.

Ep 26 - Discovering Our Brand Values from 2020-12-20T15:43:09

Using a pack of Brand Deck cards we figure out the six words that best describe how we'd like W.I.T.B to be perceived. 

Ep 25 - RAJIV NATHWANI - The Influence of Access In TV & Broadcast from 2020-12-14T12:37:40

From BBC trainee to Director of Marketing, Original Series at Netflix, Rajiv reflects on pivotal moments of access.

Ep 24 - NISHMA JETHWA - Navigating South Asian Social Justice from 2020-12-08T11:37:28

Nishma, co-founder of The Rights Collective explains the power of a more nuanced approach to social activism within the South Asian diasporas.

Ep 23 - Discussing Mogul Mowgli from 2020-11-29T19:53:33

Riz Ahmed's film Mogul Mowgli had us in our feelings, but they're mixed...

Ep 22 - KABILAN RAVIRAJ - Evolving Wedding Photography from 2020-11-23T13:04:29

From street photography to re-defining South Asian wedding visuals, Kabs puts it all into focus.  

Ep 21 - Lockdown Self-Care Tips from 2020-11-14T10:09:59

We share ideas on how to look after ourselves during a winter lockdown.

Ep 20 - ZINNIA KUMAR - Facing Colourism on both sides of the Lens from 2020-11-06T15:02:07

Published scientist, chartered ecologist and model Zinnia explains how facing colourism has shaped her mission.

Ep 19 - Halloween Special: Scariest Childhood Memories from 2020-10-30T22:28

It’s Halloween - time to re-live some childhood trauma.

Ep 18 - DANNY SANGRA - The Power of Boredom from 2020-10-17T12:50:47

Accomplished filmmaker, writer, illustrator and photographer Danny explains how doing nothing, leads to everything.

Ep 17 - Interracial Dating from 2020-10-09T12:59:56

We share stories on dating outside the South Asian bubble, which tbh, none of us have ever been in!

Ep 16 - NABHAAN RIZWAN - Unblocking Our Creativity from 2020-10-03T19:18:28

Actor, producer and musician Nabhaan explores how he holistically honours his creativity. 

Ep 15 - Our Networking Tips from 2020-09-26T11:44:28

We discuss how to network without feeling like a stalker.

Ep 14 - ASAWARI JAGUSHTE - Defining New Indian Cinema from 2020-09-18T11:47:24

Experimental filmmaker Aswari is unapologetically shaking up Bollywood by showing unseen stories. 

Ep 13 - Our Journey So Far from 2020-09-13T14:07:33

We reflect on the pod so far - what's working, what isn't and future predictions!

Ep 12 - MARTIN 2 SMOOVE - Global DJ for the People from 2020-09-04T16:09:35

From spinning at uni raves to touring with Romesh Ranganathan, Trevor Nelson and Eve - Martin breaks it down.

Ep 11 - The South Asian Fancy Dress Conundrum from 2020-08-28T12:51:03

We laugh our way through listing as many South Asian characters in entertainment we can think of.

Ep 10 - MALEENA PONE - A Chat About Mortality from 2020-08-21T15:58:50

We discuss living fluidly and Maleena's podcast Fresh To Death; how talking about loss and grief can help us to live. 

Ep 9 - Is Brown A Bad Word? from 2020-08-14T18:12:47

Should South Asian people classify ourselves as 'brown' people? We discuss.

Ep 8 - SANGIEV - Life As A Fashion YouTuber from 2020-08-07T09:38:54

From Harrods shop floor to 11 million views on YouTube. @Sangiev talks identity, authenticity and overdosing on clothes. 

Ep 7 - Therapy Is Liberating Us from 2020-07-31T11:39:30

We passionately, and at times, reluctantly, talk about our healing journeys with psychotherapy.

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Ep 6 - ANEESHA DEWSHI - Loving That PR Life from 2020-07-24T12:44:25

Aneesha explains how she got into PR, playing football and raving with her mum abroad. 

Ep 5 - NIRAN VINOD - Climbing The Creative Ladder from 2020-07-17T15:56:29

Niran invites us on his journey from bedroom blogger to creative strategist at Instagram.

Ep 4 - #BlackLivesMatter from 2020-07-10T21:25:03

We discuss the #BlackLivesMatter movement and how we can become better allies. 

Ep 3 - 'The Asian Man' with Aaron Christian from 2020-07-03T15:12:52

Reuben interviews Aaron about why he started The Asian Man; a project celebrating stylish brown men. 

Ep 2 - What Is This Podcast About? from 2020-06-26T12:16:52

We go back and forth frantically, again. This time to work out what this podcast is actually about.  

Ep 1 - Naming It from 2020-06-08T11:55:23

We go back and forth frantically until we land on a name for our podcast!