In this episode, we sit down with Kish Ravipati, a migrant entrepreneur in Australia originally from India, who shares his inspiring journey of migration, business success, cultural integration, and life lessons. From moving abroad to buy a red car to building multiple thriving businesses, Kish’s story is equal parts humorous, practical, and motivating. Kish unpacks his MILLIONS Framework—an 8-pillar business system covering Money Mastery, Influential Leadership, Limitless Marketing, Loyal Customers, Innovative Technology, Outstanding Service, Navigation Excellence, and Scaling. He explains how this model helps entrepreneurs avoid burnout, stay balanced, and achieve sustainable growth. Beyond business, Kish opens up about his cross-cultural marriage with his Australian wife, Felicity, and the challenges and joys of blending traditions, values, and perspectives. He also shares practical advice for migrants in Australia on building networks, embracing cultural differences, and creating opportunities through mindset and curiosity.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How Kish’s journey from India to Australia evolved from a simple dream into entrepreneurship

Why enjoyment and passion are essential for long-term business success.

The power of friendship and networking in personal and professional growth.

A breakdown of the MILLIONS Framework for business management

Insights into interracial marriage, cultural adaptation, and respect

Practical tips for migrants on integration, language, and community building

How to shift from “stop consuming, start creating” to unlock your potential

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to Kish Ravipati

3:15 – Migrating to Australia & the “red car” story

9:40 – Starting a business abroad & finding community

16:20 – The importance of enjoyment in avoiding burnout

23:10 – Networking, friendships & migrant success

31:45 – The MILLIONS Framework explained

42:00 – Cross-cultural marriage & blending traditions

50:25 – Lessons for migrants: language, adaptation & curiosity

58:40 – Mindset shift: stop consuming, start creating

1:05:15 – Closing thoughts & advice for entrepreneurs

In this powerful episode, hosts Diva and Sanchi sit down with Madhavi (founder of Chasing Chai) and Natasha (founder of Brown Girl Collective) to talk about fitness, culture, identity, representation, and community for South Asian women in Australia.From navigating internalized racism and cultural disconnection to building inclusive wellness spaces and normalizing fitness in South Asian communities, this conversation is both raw and empowering. Madhavi and Natasha share their journeys of creating Chasing Chai, a South Asian-led run club, and Brown Girl Collective, a social justice and wellness community. Together, they explore what it means to redefine representation, heal intergenerational trauma, and foster authentic belonging.What you’ll learn in this episode:How cultural identity shapes fitness and wellness journeysThe importance of representation for South Asian women in health and mediaChallenges of intergenerational trauma and internalized biasWhy intentional friendships and community matter for self-love and empowermentHow to shift from competition and scarcity to authentic confidence and collective healingTimestamps:0:00 – Introduction to Madhavi & Natasha3:25 – Growing up brown in predominantly white spaces10:45 – Internalized racism & cultural disconnection18:30 – Founding Chasing Chai & Brown Girl Collective27:15 – Representation in fitness and wellness spaces35:40 – Intergenerational trauma & family influence44:20 – Shifting cultural narratives around fitness52:05 – Building intentional friendships & communities59:50 – Closing reflections: empowerment & belonging👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more conversations on culture, identity, and empowerment.#SouthAsianWomen #fitnesscommunity #representationmatters #ChasingChai #BrownGirlCollective #wellnesspodcast #culturalidentity #womenempowermentcoachFollow us on Instagram: ‪@CallMeDidiPodcast

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Janine Vosper, business coach, author, and personal branding expert, as she shares powerful insights on building confidence, defining your ideal lifestyle, and growing a successful brand that truly represents you. From her corporate career as a managing director to coaching women in business worldwide, Janine’s journey is packed with lessons on self-belief, storytelling, and practical strategies to stand out in today’s competitive market. In this episode, you’ll learn how to create an authentic personal brand, overcome self-doubt, and use storytelling to connect with your audience — plus expert tips to optimize your LinkedIn profile for career and business growth.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

How to build an authentic personal brand

Tips for self-confidence and self-promotion

Using storytelling in business to attract clients

Creating a lifestyle-focused career plan

LinkedIn optimization strategies for young professionals

If you’re an entrepreneur, coach, or young professional looking to grow your personal brand and stand out online, this episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiration.

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In this episode, we sit down with Lucy, psychologist and co-director of Exhale Psychology Center, Brisbane, to unpack the reality of eating disorders, body image struggles, and mental health in today’s world. Lucy shares her journey into psychology, what inspired her to specialize in eating disorders, and how she balances her career with parenting. We explore therapy misconceptions, why it’s valuable even without a diagnosis, and how diet culture and social media wellness trends can harm our relationship with food. You’ll learn why weight is not the only sign of an eating disorder, how cultural and generational pressures shape our food habits, and the dangers of calorie counting and extreme restriction. Lucy offers practical self-acceptance tips, strategies for setting healthy boundaries around body comments, and ways to build a sustainable, balanced approach to eating and exercise. We also discuss: How to recognize early signs of disordered eating Free and accessible counselling resources in Australia. The link between mental health and physical health. Why body acceptance is more realistic than forced body positivity. If you’re navigating food anxiety, negative body image, or want a healthier approach to fitness and eating, this episode is packed with insight and actionable advice.

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It’s been a minute, so we’re catching you up on everything - from personal highlights to podcast wins and behind-the-scenes moments. We also share what we’re planning for Brisbane! We also squeeze in a game of Would You Rather, because why not?

In this insightful episode of “Call Me Di,” hosts Diva and Sanchi engage with Liz Van Zyl, a highly accomplished entrepreneur and community builder who is now based in Australia. Liz shares her journey of migrating to Australia and her impactful work helping startups grow through community-led growth, partnerships, and ecosystem connectivity. The conversation delves deeply into how authentic relationship-building fosters startup ecosystems and how communities can be leveraged to create sustainable business opportunities both for startups and community builders. Liz elaborates on practical strategies for monetizing communities, forming strategic partnerships, and scaling community impact without burnout. The discussion also highlights Liz’s flagship community initiative, the FOMO Killer Society (FKS), which connects founders and ecosystem operators across Australia and New Zealand, particularly around major conferences. Through FKS, Liz demonstrates how intentional curation, repeat engagement, and member-driven growth create a high-value, supportive network. The episode closes with Liz’s personal advice for newcomers and entrepreneurs entering new ecosystems: lean in, build authentic relationships, trust yourself, and offer value consistently.

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Call Me Didi, we sit down with the inspiring founders of Humans of Australia to talk about what really happens behind the scenes of building a life and business as immigrants in Australia. From facing unexpected layoffs to navigating the emotional toll of racism and social media hate, this conversation is raw, real, and full of insight.We dive into how redundancy changed their life paths, the courage it took to stand out (literally) in public spaces while job hunting, and the viral moment that shifted everything. You'll also hear honest reflections on comparison culture, identity struggles, and how to deal with hate while staying authentic online.Whether you're an immigrant, a creator, or someone figuring things out in your 20s and 30s, this episode is packed with lessons, laughter, and love.Follow us on Instagram: ‪@CallMeDidiPodcast‬ Follow Humans of Australia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humansofaustraliaaa/

Kishwar’s passion for food is deeply intertwined with her sense of identity and family history. She views cooking as a vital way to connect with her heritage and as a bridge between generations. The COVID-19 pandemic intensified her focus on preserving family recipes and culture through food. Her journey on MasterChef Australia not only gave her a platform to showcase Bengali cuisine to a broader audience but also helped her embrace and redefine her Australian identity, especially through her experiences visiting Indigenous lands and incorporating native Australian ingredients into her cooking.Follow us on Instagram: ‪@CallMeDidiPodcast‬ Kishwar's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kishwar_chowdhury/?hl=en