The Why Coordinate

Special Episode: From Quiet Revolution To Awkward Family Dinner: A Brief History Of Quebec-Canada Relations

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 01:24:34 +0000

In this very special episode Anagh & Ash dive into the history of Quebec and the province's relationship with the Rest of Canada. Did you know Quebec held two referendums where they attempted to leave Canada but the majority closely voted against it.

Ep #45 - Why is hustle culture so toxic?

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 10:30:00 +0000

This week we are joined by Manjeet Singh (IG: @manjeetsinghbanga), to talk about the rising trend of hustle culture, why is it so toxic and how should we tackle it? Starting this week, we also introduce a fun new rapidfire segment at the end of the podcast.

Manjeet grew up in Chandigarh and completed Comp Sci. undergrad from Punjab Engineering College. He moved to Canada right after graduation and has been working in Toronto for the past 4 years. He enjoys horseback riding, is content with just watching sports than playing since his ACL injury, and often can be seen carrying himself with sartorial elegance.

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The Why Coordinate is a weekly podcast hosted by Anagh Narain where we discuss the why behind human society and behavior. Following it up with lessons from pop culture and our own experiences to lead a more intentional, efficient and happy life.

Ep #44 - Why understanding entrepreneurship can help you understand politics?

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 10:30:00 +0000

🎙️ This week we are joined by resident economist Connor Fraser (ig: @realconnorfraser), to discuss the parallels between entrepreneurship strategy and politics. We go through the four entrepreneurial strategies viz. Intellectual Property, Value Chain, Disruptive and Architecture and discuss an example from real-world politics that they are parallel to. We also talk about whether the regime changes in the government are a pendulum or a creative destruction process.

References:

Gans, Joshua, Erin L. Scott, and Scott Stern. “Strategy for Start-Ups.” Harvard Business Review 96, no. 3 (June 5, 2018): 44–51. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=buh&AN=129192265&site=ehost-live.

Klein, Peter G., Joseph T. Mahoney, Anita M. McGahan, and Christos N. Pitelis. “Toward a Theory of Public Entrepreneurship.” European Management Review 7, no. 1 (2010): 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1057/emr.2010.1.

Wohlgemuth, Michael. “Political Entrepreneurship and Bidding for Political Monopoly.” Journal of Evolutionary Economics 10, no. 3 (2000): 273–95. https://doi.org/10.1007/s001910050015

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Ep #43 - Why can making dinner be such a chore?

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 10:30:00 +0000

🎙️ This week we have Lara Brodeur joining us to talk about even as someone who loves to cook, making a regular night dinner is one of her least favourite things. We discuss why decision fatigue, grocery shopping and lack of time factor in. We discuss the pros and cons of meal delivery services. Lara also shares some of her wonderful tips to get around the problem.

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Ep #42 - Why should you read fiction?

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 10:30:00 +0000

In today’s episode, we are joined by Evgeniya ‘Jenny’ Kim (IG: @jenya___kim) to discuss why reading fiction is so important. We also talk about Harry Potter, growing up in a post-Soviet Union era, unreliable narrators, why representation matters and how TikTok and books got us through the pandemic.

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Ep #41 - Why do messages without emojis seem rude?

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 10:30:00 +0000

🎙️ This week we’re joined by Raghav Kanotra (ig: @raghavkanotra) to discuss the importance of emojis in our lives. Even though for many years people have been writing letters and sending emails without them, now a message without a smiley is considered almost rude. 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

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Ep #40 - Why do bad memories fade?

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:30:00 +0000

This week we are joined by Olufunmilayo “Funmi” Orunmuyi (IG: @msfumz ) to talk about why do good memories stay and bad memories fade? We share our personal experiences with really bad memories and our journey of accepting them. We discuss how the fading process looks different for different individuals. And the importance of empathy. Funmi also shares her secrets to managing time and kicking ass at Rotman.

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Ep #39 - Why do humans search for meaning in life?

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 11:30:00 +0000

This week we are joined by Chandan Sejekan (IG: @protege.of.life) to talk about why humans seek for meaning in life? We talk about how while the past is ordered the future is stochastic. As humans we try to find patterns and crave control. There are many parallels between life as a video game and mindset as business strategy. Choosing a goal in life driven by philosophy and religion. The importance of the growth mindset.

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Ep #38 - Why you need to try meditating?

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

🎙️ In this week’s episode we are joined by special guest Akanksha Singh (ig: @diamondasaura) to discuss her journey into meditation. Akanksha is a veteran meditation guide and volunteers with the Art of Living organization. We discuss why our previous attempts at meditation during our childhood weren’t fruitful and also why meditation is the answer to dealing with the stressful anxiety-filled modern life. Apart from meditation we also discuss our journey in business school so far and discuss insights and learnings from what helped power us through some of the most stressful periods in school so far.

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Ep #37 - Why do nice guys finish last?

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 11:30:00 +0000

🎙️ Ep 37: Now streaming

This week we’re joined by a very special guest - Pritika Poddar (ig: @pritika_poddar. In this episode, we try to understand the validity of the phrase “nice guys finish last” from different perspectives. How do you define nice guys, especially in contrast to bad boys? Are they really nice and do they truly finish last?

We also discuss Pritika’s experience in business school, her 5 AM morning routine and a bit of geeking out on coffee machines.

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Ep #36 - Why is it so hard to apologize?

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 11:30:00 +0000

❤️ This valentine’s week we have returning guest, current academic teammate and my partner Ash Sengar (ig: @ashsengar23) joining me for a special episode to talk about why is it so hard to apologize, what makes for an effective and meaningful apology. We also draw from our own experience to talk about what makes for a successful relationship.

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Ep #35 - Why is it so hard to keep your New Years resolution?

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 11:30:00 +0000

It’s been a month since the new year started, how’s that new year’s resolution holding up? Today we are joined by another ex-academic teammate Mahima Jhalani (IG: mahi1597), to discuss our new year's resolutions for 2022, discuss reasons as to why we are unable to keep up with our resolutions and finally end with some strategies on how we can make them stick. Mahima also talks about, now with life expectancy essentially doubling, what would future life models look like? If we follow the current life model, we will end up with 50 years of life post-retirement!

Ep #34 - Why does life get better with age?

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000

After a long hiatus and scraping two through terms of Business school, we are back with season 2 joined by a special guest and ex-academic teammate Steven Auw (IG: @stevenyyyy). In today’s episode we discuss at what age does life get better, look back at how life has changed from our childhood and teen years and look forward to how life is going to be in our 30s and beyond. We also look at the reasons why life gets better with age.

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Ep #33 - Why do people decide to leave their hometowns?

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000

With all of us finally settled in Toronto, this is an interesting one - why do we move away from our homes? Today we discuss the reasons to move, as well as the challenges faced on moving and why we still look forward to moving, with our guest Chelsey Chao (IG: @chelsey_chao). We also try to define what makes a home - the place or the people? #podcast #podcasters #podcastlife #canada #toronto #losangeles #hometown #family #friends

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The Why Coordinate is a weekly podcast where we discuss the why behind human society and behaviour. Following it up with lessons from pop culture and our own experiences to lead a more intentional, efficient and happy life. Hosted by Anagh Narain (Finance Bro and Technology Geek) and Akshita Saxena (Data Analyst and Travel Enthusiast).

Ep #32 - Why is emotional intelligence more important than IQ?

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Entering our MBA's, we have all heard of the IQ vs EQ debate - which is more important? Today, along with our guest Deepika Jain (IG: @i.deepikajain), we talk about what exactly is Emotional Intelligence, and how it is sometimes more important than having knowledge or IQ. We also discuss the effect of EQ on decision-making, handling stress, and happiness. #podcast #podcastlife #podcasters #canada #toronto #losangeles #la #iq #eq #intelligencequotient #emotionalquotient

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Ep #31 - Why do we think of others the most when they’re gone?

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Missing someone is natural - whether it's a friend who has moved across the world, or an ex who you aren't in touch with, or a family member who has passed away - but have you ever wondered why we miss people only after they're gone? Today we have Sameen Alam (IG: @sameen711) sharing his experiences of missing people, experiences and even things - and we also discuss how to avoid this sense of loss when we do feel that way. #podcast #podcastlife #missing #relationships #love #family #friends

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Ep #30 - Why do we choose success over happiness?

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Is it easy to define what happiness is? Or what success is? Both are subjective and both are ever changing - yet, which is the more important one? Today, we have Rrahul (IG: @rrahultopiwala) with us to discuss why do people choose success over happiness. We talk about what happiness means to us - whether it is standup comedy or design or travel - and if we could prioritize these over our careers. We also talk about how a life chasing happiness would look like - both the good and bad sides of it. #podcast #podcastlife #happiness #success

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The Why Coordinate is a weekly podcast where we discuss the why behind human society and behavior. Following it up with lessons from pop culture and our own experiences to lead a more intentional, efficient and happy life. Hosted by Anagh Narain (Finance Bro and Technology Geek) and Akshita Saxena (Data Analyst and Travel Enthusiast).

Ep #29 - Why do we crave social validation?

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Why does receiving praise or a compliment feel so good, especially in a group setting? Have you ever wondered why we seek social validation and acceptance? In today's episode, we are joined by Arpitha Mohan (IG: @arpithamohan) and we share stories of when we altered our behaviour to be more social validation/acceptance seeking. We dive deep into our reasons for such behaviour and discuss what society would be like if everyone stopped caring about validation. Last but not least, do we need to seek social acceptance with our actions?

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Ep #28 - Why do fresh graduates rush into investment banking?

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In today's episode we are joined by Yvonne Yang, an Investment Banker at a bulge bracket bank based out of London. We discuss what exactly is investment banking for the completely uninitiated. Yvonne walks us through how her perceptions of IB have changed over the years. Anagh and Yvonne exchange notes on what are the pros and cons of working at bulge bracket versus boutique investment bank. The best advice to give new grads aspiring to break into banking. What exactly makes investment banking such an attractive career choice and we discuss exit opportunities after IB.

#podcast #finance #podcasting #investmentbanking #ib #london #wallstreet

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Ep #27 - Why do we love reality TV?

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000

When we talk about Reality TV - we term it as a "Guilty pleasure". Whether it is a dating show like The Bachelor, or a game show like Survivor - reality TV has a wide spectrum of topics apart from the cliched few, ranging from Cooking competitions, Lifestyle programs, Talent shows. Today, we have Souha talk about the addictive nature of Reality TV and why it gets us hooked, while she fangirls over the Survivor series. We discuss why reality TV sometimes has a bad reputation, termed as "trashy TV", and why it is so different from actual directed TV shows like FRIENDS. We also discuss the impact of Reality TV on our real life connections, and if we would ever be willing to participate in Reality shows - and if yes, which ones?

#podcasts #podcasters #podcastlife #relationships #realitytv #thebachelor #thecircle #masterchef #survivor #theamazingrace #guiltypleasure #trashyTV

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Ep #26 - Why knowing about finance can save your life?

Sat, 17 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000

From mortgages to loans, and from investments to taxes - managing our personal finances has become an integral aspect of our lives. Money touches everything we do, and it is our job to make our money work for us - and not the other way round. Today, we have our inhouse finance guru Erick Brown (IG: @erick.brown.m) who shares his experience of pivoting from an engineering background to finance, and sharing his passion by teaching Finance to university students. We discuss what comprises of Personal finance, why it is important to plan and save from a young age, and also a few fun conspiracy theories as to why the government does not focus on Finance in education. Stay tuned till the end for a intensive guide to personal finance with recommendations and topic suggestions to get started!

#podcasts #podcasters #podcastlife #money #finance #personalfinance #investing #stocks #savings #conspiracy #taxes #budgeting

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Ep #25 - 25 for 25

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Has it really been half a year since we started this absolutely random mad-ride? It definitely did not feel like it and time flew by, all thanks to our amazing guests who made our podcast what it is! For our 25th episode, we revisit all our guests and have them share a few pearls of wisdom to help us navigate life. So here we have it - our 25 pieces of advice from our 25 amazing friends all around the world!

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Ep #24 - Why they don't want you taking a gap year?

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Ever had to explain that employment break to a recruiter? Or go through extra effort to write an essay to explain a gap year for your business school application? The concept of gap years has been infamously frowned upon, and today our guest Yamini (IG: @yaminitalgaonkar) shares her personal story of why she decided to take the challenging step to quit her job and take a break for herself. Travel, social work, hobbies, passions, or just a simple break - we discuss some great reasons to take that gap year, but we also talk about why few organisations do not consider personal development as important as professional experience. We also dish out some advice on how we can make that gap year look good for you, and how you can handle that on your next job hunt. Beware, there's some slight Management Consulting and Investment Banking bashing that happens too, listen at your own risk!

#podcasts #podcasters #podcastlife #worklifebalance #burnout #gapyear #employmentbreak #recruiting #selfdevelopment #travel #hobbies #passion #socialimpact #ngo #investmentbanking #consulting

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Ep #23 - Why is picking a life partner in today's day and age so difficult?

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000

"We are all a little weird and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join with them and call our mutual weirdness - love". Dr Seuss beautifully explained what love is, and today's episode talks about how we can find the perfect someone to share this love with. We talk about how the "process" of marriage has changed over generations and ages - and the stark difference between the Western and Asian culture. With the help of our guest Rajdeep 'Reva' Kalsi (IG: @revaoninsta) we identify the reasons behind why 'finding the perfect life partner' has become difficult in this day and age, what factors should ideally be considered, and if pop culture and movies have influenced our take on long-term relationships.

#podcasts #podcasters #podcastlife #relationships #dating #lifepartners #love #marraige

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Ep #22 - Why is high school one of the most awkward periods of most people’s lives?

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Memories of high school either bring tears of joy or shivers of fear - but why this varied reaction? From talking about teenage pregnancy to dealing with a confused sense of identity - our guest Mauricio (IG: @mauricio.schz ) shares his highschool experiences - both the goods and the bads. We discuss how the intersection of highly competitive academics, coming of age, and the peer pressure to be "cool" all accumulate to add an extra layer of stress. We talk about things we changed between high school and undergrad, and also talk about advice we would give our 15 year old selves if we could go back in time.

#podcast #podcasters #podcastlife #relationships #wellbeing #highschool #selfdiscovery #friendships

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Ep #21 - Why is reading such an important habit to develop?

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000

"Reading is to the mind what Exercise is to the body" - this quote perfectly summarises our guest Kevin Li's feelings towards reading - something that frees him and relaxes him after a long day, while keeping his brain running. (IG: @ye.kevin.li) In today's episode, we talk about the beginning of our reading journeys, our favourite books as children - and how those favourite books changed throughout the years. We discuss why reading is such a good habit to develop - and what have been our personal takeaways from this habit of reading. We also tackle the fiction vs non-fiction debate, and talk about how both of these give us different levels of information and satisfaction.

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#podcast #podcasters #podcastlife #spotify #applepodcasts #reading #books #fiction #nonfiction

Ep #20 - Why would you quit your job and travel full time?

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0000

We've all dreamt about just quitting our jobs, and letting go of all inhibitions and travelling across the world. But is it such an easy thing to do? Today, our guest Praneetha (IG: @popogoestheweasell) talks about her travel experiences - both the touristy and nomadic kinds. We also discuss the underlying reasons as to why we feel the need to quit our jobs, the pros and cons of travel, and our personal outlook on this concept.

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#podcast #podcastlife #travel #quitwork #travelforlife

Ep #19 - Why do we compare ourselves to others, especially those immediately around us?

Sat, 29 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered why do we compare ourselves to other people, even when it makes us unhappy? Is it to benchmark your own successes with respect to others, or is it to self evaluate and enhance yourself - especially with a group of peers with similar paths and backgrounds? Today, our guest Milagros Wong (IG: @milagroswongt) talks about why humans tend to have upward and downward comparison trends, and how both have their own pros and cons. We also discuss the toxic traits of comparing yourself to others, and talk about ways to avoid the negatives affecting us - by keeping your journey your own.

You can also follow Mili's food instagram account @lagastroagenda

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Ep #18 - Why do we watch recipe videos on YouTube that we never plan on making ourselves?

Sat, 22 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Have you ever watched a complicated recipe video on YouTube that you had absolutely no intention of recreating in the kitchen? Today we are joined by our guest from Argentina, José Pérez Ballester (IG: @joseperezballester) to talk about just that. We also talk about our favourite chefs on the internet, how Masterchef made the whole world interested in new cuisines. Food, cuisine and diet also is an inherent part of our identity, sometimes even a sociopolitical statement.

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Ep #17 - Why is cold networking a concept in society to find a job?

Sat, 15 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Can you remember the number of cold emails sent out to strangers, or the number of hands shaken at networking events? We all know that networking is key to securing a great job, but how do we differentiate between relational networking vs transactional networking? Our guest today, Taj Sohal, shares his networking experiences when he started out in his career. We also discuss how the concept of referrals is out of sheer goodwill of a Samaritan, and how it is important to build an actual relationship with the person, compared to curating a handcrafted resume.

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Ep #16 - Why do we end up rewatching Friends instead of the thousand other shows on Netflix?

Sat, 08 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

We all have our favorite shows to binge on, again and again and again. Sometimes, we prefer to watch something familiar instead of exploring a new show or a genre. Today, along with our guest Angie (IG: @angiegro92), we discuss why we sometimes go back to our favourite shows - is it comfort, tradition, or the sheer laziness of finding something new? We also talk about the projections our choices have on our personality, and if the same phenomenon can occur with books, music or podcasts.

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Ep #15 - Why are some societies individualistic while others are communal?

Sat, 01 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Having moved from India to Canada, our guest Abhishek Warrier (IG: @adventuresofawarrier) had noticed some stark differences in the societies and cultures between these two countries. From the community driven culture in India, to the more individualistic nature of the Western society, we discussed the reasons for this shift, the effects it has on the societies around us, and what are our personal preferences.

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Ep #14 - Why is motivation a myth? Or is it?

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Have you ever been at a crossroad in life, in which you need to decide between something you "want to do" vs something you "have to do"? What do you choose? Does intrinsic motivation play a defining factor in this decision? Or do you look at things more logically - looking at the long term implications? Today, a fellow podcaster Mohan Wang (IG: @mavislightyear) shares her personal experiences with how her choices in life have helped shape her career, and have been driven by her intrinsic interest. We also discuss the implications of short-term and long-term gratification on our life decisions, and share our thoughts on what should we favor in various situations in life.

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he Why Coordinate is a weekly podcast where we discuss the why behind human society and behavior. Following it up with lessons from pop culture and our own experiences to lead a more intentional, efficient and happy life. Hosted by Anagh Narain (Finance Bro and Technology Geek) and Akshita Saxena (Data Analyst and Travel Enthusiast).

Ep #13 - Why is friendzone a concept in society?

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000

We have all either friendzoned someone, or been friendzoned ourselves. The word "friend" is supposed to be positive right? But why is being "friendzoned" a negative concept? And what are the reasons for it existing in society? Today, our guest Dhruv Chhabra (IG: @dchhabra1) shares his thoughts on why people tend to friendzone others. We also discuss the "nice guy syndrome" along with the toxic implications this concept has on our generation and society.

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Ep #12 - Why is Tiktok so popular?

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000

TikTok really saved our lockdown phase, didn't it? Although established since 2016, TikTok took over the world in 2020. You could spend hours drowning in the widest variety of byte-sized information, and you would still not get bored. So what made Tiktok so famous, and so addictive - especially with GenZ? For today’s episode, our super enthusiastic guest speaker Tamara Vásquez (IG: @tamivas94) talks about her experience with Tiktok, ranging from it's infamous algorithm to her thoughts on how we can leverage the app to help small businesses grow.

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Ep #11 - Why do we still believe in God in the 21st century?

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Having grown up in a scientific academic background in our teenage years, we were explained about most of the natural phenomenon that occur around us - using science. Yet, in the 21st Century today, we still believe in a "higher power", even though many brush off this idea, considering it to be irrational - especially because we have the scientific evidence for most occurrences in evolution and society. Today, our guest Mario Samanta (IG: @mariosamanta) shares his thoughts on why religion still exists in today's society - and whether external factors like tradition, community, purpose, and comfort in God have key influence on people in today's world.

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Ep #10 - Why do strangers support you more than the people you know?

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Have you noticed that in many cases, it is strangers who seem to support you in your ambitions more than your friends do? Why would strangers who have no idea about you, be so much more likely to help you and support your ventures? And why would your closest people not support your dreams, or even dismiss them altogether? Jealousy, protectiveness, or just sheer disinterest? Our guest today, Deeksha Juneja, helps us identify few key pointers that affect this, while also discussing ways in which we can get the perfect support from the right mix of people around us.

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Ep #09 - Why do we stop doing things we loved as children?

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Do you remember the fun times we spent as children - cycling around the block, swimming at the beach, or playing video games at your friends place? Have you ever wondered why we stopped doing these things which we clearly enjoyed so much? Was it because of additional responsibilities, greater career focus, loss of interest, or did life just get in the way? Today, we discuss our most beloved childhood passions along with our guest Gonzalo Irujo, and we try to decode why we stopped doing the things we loved as children. We also discuss if we would take them up again now, if we had the chance to - either as career options or recreational activities.

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Ep #08 - Why are nightclubs awkward but parties fun?

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Who doesn't love a good party? Getting together with friends with some great music, food and drinks - something we all look forward to after a long week! But the everlasting debate between nightclubs and houseparties leaves us all confused. Today, we have Femi (IG: @i_am_phemy) discussing his preferences when it comes to his absolutely energetic partying lifestyle and gives a peek behind the curtains of the nightlife industry. We also discuss what makes house parties the comfortable alternative to the highly social (and sometimes awkward) nightclubs.

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Ep #07 - Why are even the good stereotypes destructive?

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

We've all heard this - people being called "good at math" just because they're Asian, or women being called "understanding and warm". How is it possible that these seemingly positive stereotypes can have a negative impact on people? Today, our guest Swati Chawla (IG: @chawla_swati) shares her experiences with positive stereotypes, and we discuss how these "norms" put on us by society can affect our psychology and individuality.

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Ep #06 - Why are dumb people overconfident and smart people doubt themselves?

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

How many times have we met people who are so overly-confident about themselves, but also oh-so often wrong? How many times have we met extremely intelligent people who doubt themselves? In today's discussion, we talk about this common phenomenon - also known as the Dunning-Kruger Effect. Along with our guest for today's episode Tejasvee Prasad (IG: @tejasvee_prasad), we share our experiences with meeting people with this cognitive bias, identifying this bias within ourselves, and possible ways to consciously overcoming the Dunning-Kruger Effect.

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Ep #05 - Why should you learn the Pythagorean theorem in school when it doesn't help you with taxes?

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Haven’t we all seen those memes on the relevance of topics such as “Pythagoras Theorem” and “Mitochondria being the powerhouse of the cell”, which have no use in our adult life? Today, we discuss the importance of STEM education, so that we end up with less people that are flat earthers, anti vaxxers or believe 5G towers cause the coronavirus. For today’s episode, we have our guest speaker Katherine Reilly (IG: @kath.reil) encourage more people to take up a career in STEM and explain the ways in which a STEM education can develop your analytical abilities and understanding of the world. Learn more about Katherine's startup at www.up4thechallenge.ca

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Ep #04 - Why do we find it hard to make new friends as adults?

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered how you were so social as a child and made best friends in an instant, versus finding it so difficult to make new friends now? Is it because of your new routines, your commitment to family, or just the fact that you are stuck at work all day? Our guest speaker today, Onyinyechi Egunjobi (IG: @oh_nyilicious), shares her advice on creating long-lasting friendships and her thoughts on what changes when you grow up and become an adult.

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Ep #03 - Why do we suffer from existential crisis?

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

How often do you feel overwhelmed by the world around you? Do you question your existence and your life’s purpose?

Today we're joined by Aishwarya Sengar, and we talk about our experiences and opinions on the different facets of existential crises, the triggers on what may cause it, and how we believe we can deal with it.

Check out Ash's blog and Instagram called Mochi and Matcha.

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Ep #02 - Why do we find it hard to maintain habits that are clearly good for us?

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000

How many times have you started a routine, but were unable to follow through after a week? How long does it take to create a permanent habit, even though we know it is good for us in the long run?

Today, we discuss these questions, our experiences with maintaining good habits, and our thoughts on why it is so difficult to stay consistent.

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Ep #01 - The Why Coordinate - Trailer

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 20:42:13 +0000

Welcome to the Why Coordinate! After days of preparation and listening to the recording of our own voices, the Why Coordinate is finally live!

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