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Melting Pot
Melting Pot is a podcast by Payal Nayar that brings together inspiring stories and meaningful conversations from around the world. With a focus on culture, art, entrepreneurship, and spirituality, the podcast dives deep into the experiences and perspectives of thought leaders, authors, artists, and changemakers. Each episode uncovers unique narratives that celebrate the richness of global diversity while exploring the universal threads that connect us all.
Payal’s engaging style and genuine…
Episodes
Melting PotJane Jones
After 52 years of marriage, Jane Jones lost her husband, Roy, following a long illness. In this raw and honest conversation, Jane opens up about grief, not the…
Melting PotDavid Singer
David Singer drove a cab through the streets of New York and hours later, walked onto the stage at Carnegie Hall. The Grammy-winning clarinetist opens up about…
Melting PotCarrie Tan & Jared Poon
Why does the mind work so hard to protect us from the truth and what does it take to look anyway? In this episode, we sit down with two very different minds…
Melting PotAmy Pollack
Amy Meislin Pollack has been telling stories about a fourth-grader named Jelly Bean since 1960, first as a nine-year-old herself, then across 40 years in the…
Melting PotPhyllis Leavitt
In conversation with psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt, this episode of The Melting Pot explores how childhood trauma quietly shapes who we become as…
Melting PotAnoushka Dasgupta Little Andaman Barcelona
What does it take to build a restaurant that stands out in one of Europe's biggest food cities? In this episode, we sit down with Anoushka Dasgupta of Little…
Melting PotRoque-Galeria Cortina Barcelona
For over four decades, Galería Cortina has been a part of Barcelona's vibrant art scene, bringing Modern, Contemporary, and art to collectors and visitors from…
Melting PotMarta Labori-Ceramist
Ceramic artist and founder of Labori Ceramics, Marta Labori shares her journey into the world of porcelain and how a workshop years ago changed the direction…
Melting PotEsther Maré- Founder ate bonita
Esther Maré's creative journey is a story of embracing change and trusting the creative process. After beginning her career as an economist and later working…
Melting PotTakisha Purcell
Takisha Purcell, spiritual guide, healer and author, shares the pivotal moment that transformed her perspective forever. A single documentary on spirituality…
Melting PotGloria Vanderhorst
What if emotional expression didn’t need words? Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst explores this powerful idea through her decades of experience in psychology, her career…
Melting PotRachel Pereira -Mog restaurant Barcelona
For Rachel, opening a restaurant wasn't just about serving great food, it was about creating a space that reflects culture, memory and connection. In this…
Melting PotValentina- Barcelona
Behind every spoonful of tiramisu is a story worth telling. Valentina shares how her grandmother Pasqualina's treasured recipe inspired her to create a space…
Melting PotEmilio- Barcelona
This conversation with Emilio, the founder of Emilio’s Barcelona, is about exploring the story behind one of the city's most charming artisan ice cream shops…
Melting PotLyn Lozano Galicia
In this episode, Lyn Lozano Galicia shares her inspiring journey from moving to Barcelona to building a successful business that supports international…
Melting PotNicla Diceglie
Nicla Diceglie, an Italian biophilic interior designer and the founder of Studio Nicla, explains the world of biophilic design and how our surroundings affect…
Melting PotAngnieszka Wolińska-Skuza
What does it really take to lead meaningful change in today’s fast-moving world? In this episode, strategic consultant, leadership expert, and author…
Melting PotNadia Pace
In this episode our guest Nadia Pace, shares her thoughts drawn from years of leadership experience and her work helping organisations navigate change. In this…
Melting PotBrielle Tamez-Founder, Era of Influence
In this episode of Melting Pot, Payal speaks with marketing strategist and founder of Era of Influence, Brielle Tamez about the evolving creator economy…
Melting PotDi Vi Wine Store Barcelona-Jordi Avellaneda
This episode takes you into the world of Di Ví Wine Shop Barcelona , where host Payal speaks with Jordi Avellaneda about the culture and craft of wine. From…
Melting PotHemingway Cocktail Bar-Luca Alberto Izzo
In this Melting Pot episode, we have Luca Alberto Izzo, the owner of Hemingway Cocktail Bar, for a conversation about passion, craft, and the story behind the…
Melting PotNika Brunet Milunovic
In this episode of Melting Pot, host Payal Nayar speaks with Nika Brunet Milunovic, Founder of Calm Nest Collective and host of The Pink Nest Podcast, about…
Melting PotCherry Thian
Conversations around aging often focus on care, but rarely on purpose. In this conversation on Melting Pot, host Payal explores these ideas with Cherry Thian…
Melting PotCaleb Mathews
In this episode, Payal talks to Caleb Matthews about purpose, faith, and inner guidance. Caleb reflects on a powerful dream he had at just six years old and…
Melting PotMaria Garaitonandia
Communication is at the core of effective leadership, especially in today’s diverse workplaces. In this episode of melting Pot Payal speaks with María…
Melting PotDave Chauhan
Leadership isn’t just about strategy, it’s about choices, values, and navigating uncertainty with intention. Host Payal is joined by Dave Chauhan, leadership…
Melting PotKayne Harrison
Kayne Harrison shares his journey and personal experiences that led him into acting. In the episode, Kayne reflects on a childhood spent inventing games with…
Melting PotElena Tengri
This episode of Melting Pot features Elena Tengri, a young Siberian artist from Yakutia whose deeply personal connection to nature shapes her creative vision…
Melting PotStella Kon Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotKheng Lai Tan Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotVictor Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotTony Boey Lumina Vitae series
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Melting PotSuang Suang Tan Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotSalleh Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotJeffery Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotDesmond Moey Lumina Vitae
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Melting PotShirley Goh Chwee Lian
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Melting PotVictor-Lumina Vitae snippet
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Melting PotTony Boey Lumina Vitae snippet
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Melting PotKheng Lai tan Lumina Vitae snippet
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Melting PotSuang Suang Tan-Lumina Vitae snippet
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Melting PotStella Kon Lumina Vitae snippet
Lumina Vitae Presented by The Bloom Fund Singapore and Supported by The National Heritage Board Singapore! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Melting PotSalleh-Lumina Vitae series
Lumina Vitae Presented by The Bloom Fund Singapore and Supported by The National Heritage Board Singapore! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Melting PotJeffery Lumina Vitae snippet
Lumina Vitae Presented by The Bloom Fund Singapore and Supported by The National Heritage Board Singapore! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Melting PotDesmond Moey
Lumina Vitae Presented by The Bloom Fund Singapore and Supported by The National Heritage Board Singapore! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
Melting PotAnthony Wong
In this heartwarming episode, Payal sits down with Anthony Wong as he takes us on a nostalgic journey through his childhood at Jiak Kim Road, once known as…
Melting PotDawn Tam
In this episode, Payal speaks with Dawn Tam, who grew up in Singapore during the transformative decades from the 1960s onward. Through her recollections, Dawn…
Melting PotEllil Mathiyan Lakshmanan
In this conversation, Payal speaks with Ellil, who fondly revisits his childhood growing up in Singapore’s east, particularly around Kallang Airport Road…
Melting PotFredrick Puah
In this nostalgic episode, Payal speaks with Fredrick, who takes us back to his childhood in a rural kampong more than sixty years ago. He recalls life in a…
Melting PotJake
In this delightful episode, Payal speaks with Jake, who transports us to his childhood days living in a rented shophouse along McPherson Road. From his…
Melting PotJeremy Tay
In this episode, Payal speaks with Jeremy Tay, a community leader whose lifelong dedication to social work and public service has shaped many aspects of…
Melting PotLi Leng
In this touching episode, Payal speaks with Li Leng, a 68-year-old jumping instructor who shares vivid recollections of her childhood in Singapore. She takes…
Melting PotMr.Leong
In this reflective episode, Payal speaks with Mr. Leong, who shares vivid memories of his childhood growing up in the shipyard quarters near present-day Keppel…
Melting PotMr.Song
In this heart warming episode, Payal sits down with Mr. Song, who shares his memories of growing up in a bustling shophouse above a dim sum stall at the…
Melting PotMr.Yeo and Karen
In this delightful episode, Payal speaks with Mr.Yeo and Ms. Karen, who share their memories of growing up in very different parts of Singapore during the…
Melting PotRichard Chan
In this engaging episode, Payal speaks with Mr. Richard Chan, who shares memories of growing up along Petain Road in a large family of eleven siblings raised…
Melting PotAnthony Wong Snippet
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Melting PotDawn Tam Snippet
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Melting PotEllil Mathiyan Lakshmanan Snippet
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Melting PotFederick Puah Snippet
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