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Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani - Podcast

Roots to Routes with Anand Dattani

This podcast unpacks the importance of understanding where each of us come from, and the role it's played in where we’re going.


Each episode is an honest and personal conversation about legacy, identity, and the lessons passed down through generations.


Each guest is someone who has broken barriers through what they're now doing, from founders and CEOs, to creatives and athletes, we explore how our roots shaped us, what we can learn from the stories of our elders, and how much culture has evolved even since our own childhoods.


From societal expectations on success to relationships, I get the guest to share their own experience a on overcoming generational struggles, and their advice for the next generation.


If you're someone who’s ever felt stuck between living life the way you want or fitting in, or you’re still figuring out where you belong, you're not alone here.


And if you’re a guest on the show, this isn’t just about sharing your bio. It’s about sharing the stories that made you you, and leaving behind something meaningful for the next generation to hear.

Documentary Society & Culture
Update frequency
every 10 days
Average duration
45 minutes
Episodes
102
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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“You Don’t Look Like A Smith” - Trina Smith on Mixed Heritage & The Problems With Mainstream Music

“You Don’t Look Like A Smith” - Trina Smith on Mixed Heritage & The Problems With Mainstream Music

Trina Smith, CEO of Electric Pineapple media, grew up between two cultures, never “looking” the part, and without anyone who looked like her to follow. Her journey through identity and music reveals …

00:35:44  |   Tue 09 Sep 2025
Why South Asian Culture Was Sustainable Long Before It Became Cool

Why South Asian Culture Was Sustainable Long Before It Became Cool

Growing up in a South Asian household meant reused yoghurt tubs, saving every bag, and never wasted food - but none of it was called sustainability. In the next instalment of the South Asian Heritage…

00:51:07  |   Tue 26 Aug 2025
Identity, Faith and Self-Acceptance: The Story of Britain's First Out Muslim Drag Queen

Identity, Faith and Self-Acceptance: The Story of Britain's First Out Muslim Drag Queen

Have you ever felt like you never quite fit in with your faith, family or community? Can you still be accepted by your culture even if they say you can't?

Asifa Lahore is Britain Asian, and the UK's …

00:41:28  |   Mon 04 Aug 2025
Malaysia, Asians' Love For Snacks, ChatGPT is Bad & Why More Doesn't = Happier

Malaysia, Asians' Love For Snacks, ChatGPT is Bad & Why More Doesn't = Happier

Every culture has the good, the bad (and the ugly?). With Patricia - a writer, poet, and thoughtful observer of human behaviour -  we unpack everything from the things we love and hate of Asian famil…
00:56:47  |   Tue 15 Jul 2025
Hitchhiking Across Continents - The Unforgettable Story & Life Lessons of Ramnik Karia

Hitchhiking Across Continents - The Unforgettable Story & Life Lessons of Ramnik Karia

I’m honoured to share the incredible journey of Ramnik Karia. Born in East Africa, Ramnik’s life has taken him across borders, cultures, and challenges - from hitchhiking his way to the UK to taking…

00:30:16  |   Mon 23 Jun 2025
How Do Cultural Values Shape (and Sometimes Sabotage) Success? w/ John Wang

How Do Cultural Values Shape (and Sometimes Sabotage) Success? w/ John Wang

Ever felt like you're living two lives? One shaped by the culture you were born into, and the other by the world you're trying to thrive in?

I sit down with John Wang, speaker, entrepreneur and the c…

01:04:14  |   Tue 20 May 2025
Is creativity being suppressed by the very communities that raised us? w/ Ketna Patel

Is creativity being suppressed by the very communities that raised us? w/ Ketna Patel

Why do so many of of us never reach our creative potential?

In this episode, I sit down with Ketna Patel, a British-Kenyan-Indian mixed media pop artist, to talk about the cultural, societal, and gen…

01:01:47  |   Tue 01 Apr 2025
Highlight 17: Why Your Loved Ones Might Not Always Be Supportive Of Your Dreams

Highlight 17: Why Your Loved Ones Might Not Always Be Supportive Of Your Dreams

Your breakthrough might be someone else's breakdown. In this clip, Amardeep, founder of The BAE HQ, and I discuss why the people closest to you often provide the least support for your ambitions. The…

00:04:55  |   Fri 21 Mar 2025
Feeling Lost, Letting Go of Expectations & Learning to Live on Your Own Terms | Amardeep Parmar

Feeling Lost, Letting Go of Expectations & Learning to Live on Your Own Terms | Amardeep Parmar

Are fear, regret, and other's expectations keeping you stuck? How much of your life is shaped by what others want you to do, rather than what you'd love to do? In this episode, I get Amardeep Parmar,…

01:00:02  |   Tue 11 Mar 2025
Highlight 16: Why Finding Your Passion Feels Lonely & How to Know If It’s Worth Pursuing

Highlight 16: Why Finding Your Passion Feels Lonely & How to Know If It’s Worth Pursuing

Finding your passion can feel like a lonely journey, especially when you’re trying to figure out if it’s worth turning into your purpose. In this highlight, we explore why pursuing your passion often…

00:08:04  |   Thu 12 Dec 2024
Reframing Your ’Disadvantages’ & How to Balance Hustle and Stress While Following Your Passion

Reframing Your ’Disadvantages’ & How to Balance Hustle and Stress While Following Your Passion

What does it really mean when people say 'find what your passionate about'? How do you find it if you don't even know what that looks like? In this episode, we sit down with Francis, an inspiring cre…

01:07:31  |   Mon 09 Dec 2024
From Iron Curtain to Bond Girl: How Optimism & Resilience Powered My Success | Anika Pavel

From Iron Curtain to Bond Girl: How Optimism & Resilience Powered My Success | Anika Pavel

We sit down with the remarkable Anika Pavel, an English-Czechoslovakian actress, model, and author known for her role in The Spy Who Loved Me alongside Roger Moore. Anika takes us through her extraor…

00:59:55  |   Tue 29 Oct 2024
Highlight 15: Why We See Ourselves Worse Than Others Do

Highlight 15: Why We See Ourselves Worse Than Others Do

We often see ourselves more negatively than others do. This phenomenon, known as the "Liking Gap," shows how we consistently underestimate how much others like us. We’re harder on ourselves, and that…

00:02:45  |   Tue 22 Oct 2024
Why Our Culture Influences Our Confidence & How To Build Multicultural Relationships

Why Our Culture Influences Our Confidence & How To Build Multicultural Relationships

I sat with Life & Career Transition Coach, Summie Yeung, to explore the evolving challenges faced by immigrants and the critical role of cultural intelligence in today's world.


🔍 Why Listen?

Whether…

01:02:53  |   Wed 11 Sep 2024
”90% are not engaged with their work”, Why Passion Can’t Protect You From Burnout & How to Stop Chasing Success and Start Living

”90% are not engaged with their work”, Why Passion Can’t Protect You From Burnout & How to Stop Chasing Success and Start Living

In this thought-provoking episode, the founders of Thrivall dive deep into some of today’s most critical conversations around workplace engagement, mental health, burnout, and wellbeing. We also expl…

00:57:36  |   Tue 27 Aug 2024
A Near Death Experience, Being Held At Gunpoint & How To Not Become A Victim Of Your Circumstances

A Near Death Experience, Being Held At Gunpoint & How To Not Become A Victim Of Your Circumstances

Nuakai Aru is a dual-heritage Jamaican-British award-winning film director and author focused on human history and wellbeing, with three decades in martial arts and a lifelong quest for self-knowledg…

01:11:10  |   Tue 30 Jul 2024
How Intercultural Awareness Can Help You Thrive in Your Career, Life, & In A New Country

How Intercultural Awareness Can Help You Thrive in Your Career, Life, & In A New Country

Kathy Borys Siddiqui, is an undeniable expert in understanding of culture and cultural differences. As the founder of Active Action, she’s focused on helping people and companies to understand the in…

00:56:43  |   Tue 16 Jul 2024
Highlight 14: Why do some immigrants fail to assimilate in a new country? | Liu Liu

Highlight 14: Why do some immigrants fail to assimilate in a new country? | Liu Liu

I had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room …

00:04:45  |   Mon 27 May 2024
The Truth About Cross-Cultural Relationships, Biases & Building Your Life In A New Country | Liu Liu

The Truth About Cross-Cultural Relationships, Biases & Building Your Life In A New Country | Liu Liu

I had the fortune of sitting with cross-cultural intelligence coach, Liu Liu, to discuss his personal life experiences, family history, and career journey that took him from working in the post room …

01:12:39  |   Wed 22 May 2024
Losing My Father, My ADHD, Quitting Engineering TWICE & Making Good On My Big Promise | Navjot Sawhney

Losing My Father, My ADHD, Quitting Engineering TWICE & Making Good On My Big Promise | Navjot Sawhney

"We’re not just making a manual washing machine, we’re trying to reduce the burden of hand washing clothes for women a girls around the world."


Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2…

00:50:30  |   Mon 06 May 2024
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