Unplug With Ani

Dylan Mohan Gray is a globally-acclaimed Indian and Canadian filmmaker. His documentary feature film Fire in the Blood, premiered in competition at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival and went on to enjoy the longest theatrical run of any non-fiction film in Indian cinema history (five weeks). Of Dylan's filmmaking, critics have said “Dylan Mohan Gray has made cinematic provocation something of a signature" (The Dallas Morning News) and that "Gray's images are exquisite and unsparing... artful in nearly every frame, perhaps so we don’t avert our eyes” (The Village Voice & LA Weekly). We talk movies, the journey, and growing up with big dreams but wanting to tell provocative and engaging stories

Keisha Bloise, MS is a Scientist and the Creator behind, "The Love Scientist." Her brand is an empowerment community to elevate the collective to illuminate our inner light to love harder and vibe higher. The Love Scientist was birthed through lessons Keisha learned when faced with adversity. On her self-love journey, she realized she had to focus on inner work and healing, in order to break toxic cycles and patterns she learned along her path. Her mission is to inspire others to regain their power, rediscover and walk in their truth. Keisha shares messages of empowerment and her experiences to instigate love and excellence for a greater tomorrow.

Brenden is the founder of MasterTalk, a YouTube channel he started to help the world master the art of public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world.

Stephanie Riel is the founder, owner  and "RielDeal" behind RielDeal Marketing, a US-based boutique marketing and branding firm. She has a decade of digital marketing and brand strategy experience and has worked with brands across a variety of industries including technology, ecommerce, health and wellness, real estate, retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG). A timely reminder that we are not just confined to what we post. And if connection is what we desire, tapping into our authentic voice and being vulnerable to do so is necessary.

Carlos J. Malave is the self-published author of Translating Your Success and the CEO and Founder of Translating Success LLC. Before running his consulting company, Carlos was an educator, coach and mentor that has taught in and worked with some of the top charter schools in the country (Inwood Academy for Leadership, YES Prep & KIPP to name a few). His work within KIPP and the Houston community has been featured on ABC 13 News. As a Speaker and Consultant he helps schools understand the importance of Restorative Practices and helps them implement the practice with his Translating Success Curriculum

Nir Bashan is a world-renowned creativity expert. He has taught thousands of leaders and individuals around the globe how to harness the power of creativity to improve profitability, increase sales, improve customer service and ultimately create more meaning in their work. Nir has spent the last two decades working on a formula to codify creativity. That formula is found in The Creator Mindset, which has been translated into two languages. He was one of the youngest professors ever selected to teach graduate courses at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena and also taught undergraduate courses at the University of California at Los Angeles.

Alyea is a game and play consultant who helps online entrepreneurs gamify their products, courses and programs. She has an in depth understanding about what it means to be human and to be playful through study and experience. She has a whole slew of degrees: A PhD is in Game Production, a Masters in Psychology, a Masters in Human Organizational Systems, and a Bachelor’s is in Public Relations and Communication. She has worked experience with academic institutions, non profits, game studios, corporations, start-ups and online entrepreneurs.

Dr Rakish Rana - The Clear Coach - is an experienced life coach. Rakish took to formal coaching near 6 years ago, after graduating from the Academy of Executive Coaching with a practitioner's diploma. Rakish uses a variety of coaching approaches to work with clients on an individual basis to help them achieve their success by working on their mindsets. His clients include people from all walks of life including business owners, people in the media, and fashion industry, as well as people trying to establish themselves with start-ups.

I speak to Natasha Kathi Chandra. She is a Theatre Director, Writer & Dramaturg. She also hosts her own talk show and is committed to spotlighting South Asian women working across industries all over the globe! She aspires to, through her work, influence the next generation of South Asian women.

I speak to Coach Cam, who begun his career in sports construction and went onto consulting, public speaking and coaching. Answering his entrepreneurial calling, he soon launched 5 Star Academy where he began his speaking career, writing curriculums, and consulting. He's done it all! We talk about his hustle, journey and how we can stay centered on the things which help us grow.

Jesse Quinones is an award winning writer/director/producer with over ten years experience in the film industry working across factual, fiction,and com- mercials both as a practitioner and as an educator. He is a Patron of the British Urban Film Festival. Jesse recently completed feature film CAGEFIGHTER: WORLDS COLLIDE, which stars Gina Gershon, UFC stars Chuck Liddell and Luke Rockhold, WWE stars Jon Moxley and Jay Reso. In 2018 he Co-Produced NO SHADE, which opened the British Urban Film Festival and subsequently was picked up by Amazon Prime In 2013 he completed feature film CALLOUSED HANDS. Calloused Hands stars Andre Royo (HBO's The Wire), Daisy Haggard (Back to Life), and Hans Howes (There Will Be Blood). It premiered at the Miami International Film Festival, and has gone on to screen in over 20 festivals around the world, picking up numerous awards

Rebecca is an Author and Clinical Psychologist. Her message centres on the task of living bravely in the truth of our experiences as finders and seekers of meaning and connection. Rebecca has been a Clinical Psychologist for the best part of two decades and is the creator of Radical Courage: Transforming Fear into Freedom, a digital journey for humans ready for their brave, inspired life. She is the author of The Art of Self-Kindness, The Universe Listens to Brave and Be Happy: 35 Powerful Habits for Personal Growth and Well-Being. Rebecca can be found online daily, interacting with her community about finding courage and living expansive lives while going gently on ourselves. Website: https://rebeccaray.com.au/

I speak to Salma Bernard, a Soft Skills Trainer, Transformation Coach, Image Enhancer & Motivational Speaker; Salma Bernard truly believes in EMPOWERING YOU to live life Victoriously!

Tony Loyd is a leadership development expert. He helps purpose-driven business leaders to thrive in life so that they can connect with others and contribute to the world. He is a former Fortune 500 executive with companies such as John Deere, Medtronic, and Buffalo Wild Wings. Today, Tony is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, business coach, and podcast host. He is the Executive Producer of the podcast Social Entrepreneur where he shares positive stories from underrepresented voices, focused on solutions.

I speak to friend and talent Sal Jobe. Sal is a business owner, author, former actor and Advisor. Sal is an Individual who has succeeded in multiple industries, and is inspired by community and the growth and success of others. He definitely has had to find purpose within a variety of industries but also in times of difficulty. 

Blerta Sejdija is a Political Science student at Charles University in Prague. She was born and raised in the Czech Republic but is of Kosovar Albanian background. She is a human rights activist specializing in women’s rights and founded her own NGO, “Beat Sexism,” at the age of 16. Her goal is to take a step toward achieving gender equality and enlightenment on the position and perception of woman in our society."

Tanya Alijani is a former model and trainer who found her calling to be of divine service after experiencing a life changing transcendental awakening through Meditation that changed the path of her life forever. She has studied with teachers from many different lineages and modalities from Shamanism to Quantam physics and has attended workshops and healing retreats from the US to Brazil to learn about the power and science of healing we all have within our own bodies.

I speak with John Kenny , The Relationship Guy, Founder of Interpersonal Relationship Coaching (IRC), Author of The P.E.O.P.L.E. Programme, Speaker and Documentary Maker.  He has been involved in the field of personal development for over fifteen years and in that time has not only helped thousands of clients, but has also completely changed his own life.  He spent his life full of self-doubt, carrying negative beliefs from his childhood that impacted in every area -  his relationships, his career and his time as an International Athlete.  It has become John's passion in life to help people find the healthiest, highest quality relationships possible and understand the complexities of human behaviour when it comes to how we relate to each other.

I speak to Maxwell Ivey, known around the world as The Blind Blogger. A totally blind man who has transformed himself from a morbidly obese failed carnival owner to a respected amusement equipment broker in the best health of his life. Maxwell has written three self-help books, done a dozen of podcast and radio interviews, travelled cross-country solo, sung in public, and now hosts his own podcast called "What’s Your Excuse."

John is High Performance Mindset Coach & International Speaker with a passion for helping others reach higher levels of success and fulfilment. He is a Guinness World Record Holder, National Bodybuilding Champion and Ex Special Forces & Celebrity Trainer. John has fine tuned the mindsets of Olympic Athletes, Professional Sports Teams, CEO's, Military & Service Personnel as well as thousands of other people through his life changing events and programs.