The Genuine Convos podcast

Genuine Convo #36 with Ethan Wong

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:51:48 +0000

Funny, charismatic and a jack of all trades describes Ethan quite well. He is a university buddy of mine that introduced me to fishing and all things outdoor. He is the reason behind a huge change in my life, for the better. In this episode, we share our anger towards the physiotherapy masters program admission system, used cars and outdoor therapy. Tune in to catch a glimpse of his redneck knowledge!

Genuine Convo #35 with Eric Schultz

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:07:41 +0000

Back at it again, after a year!! Eric Schultz appears on the podcast for the first time ever. He's a blast from the past, being a high school friend and training partner at the gym. I got loads of memories with him. Listen to us spill the tea about the past and contemplate on the future. Enjoy riding this nostalgia train for 2 and a half hours with a drink on the side!!

Genuine Convo #34 with Adam

Tue, 30 May 2023 01:25:11 +0000

Many of y'all have pointed out that it has been a minute since I uploaded the last episode. True that, lol. But this almost always means more quality episodes are on their way as I continue to self improve and meet new and wonderful people along the way. One such person is Adam who I met at my Jiu Jitsu gym not so long ago. Apart from submitting people on the mat, he's a passionate lover of philosophy and learning. One of the fastest learners I know, he lives life through observation of the truth and by applying it in every way possible. He's very knowledgeable about a wide array of issues and adds on to the list of bright minds that I've had on the show. The episode gets real juicy by the 2nd hour, so skip onto there if you wanna get straight onto the main course. But other than that, enjoy!

Genuine Convo #33 with Hiram Segura Cruz & Nikhil Chikhlia

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 20:20:25 +0000

Nikhil & Hiram are high school friends of mine that I lost touch with after high school. However, we rekindled that friendship back up recently and I am so happy that we did. Hiram and Nikhil combined together in a conversation equals unexpected hilarious moments and some really fun and unique topics. Hiram is into gardening and has been in the food industry for a long time. He dives into the gardening nitty gritties and the pros and cons of the food business in this episode. Apart from the incredible knowledge this man possesses about his passions, he is a also a funny and quick witted dude. His unexpected jokes and reactions gives this episode its unique vibe. Nikhil is a sexy stud with an awesome personality in his own right. He is a UBC undergraduate who is also a gaming geek. He is a twitch streamer and takes us into the world of gaming and sponsorships. Hope y'all enjoy the episode!

Genuine Convo #32 with Jose Gutierrez Restrepo (Part 2)

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:31:27 +0000

This is part 2 of Mr. Jose. Enjoy!!

Genuine Convo #31 with Jose Gutierrez Restrepo (Part 1)

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 22:43:47 +0000

This recent guest of mine is extremely hard working Just after graduating high school, Jose picked up three jobs to make ends meet. Apart from that, he also works out regularly and tries to keep his social life alive. With so many things on his plate, one would assume that he is very stressed. However, having a conversation with this man would erase those assumptions easily. He is as calm, cool and collected as men get. This was a chill episode where we address bodybuilding, martial arts and careers. It had to end prematurely however. I still had questions in my mind that I needed to ask, therefore, I had him on once again a few weeks later. In part 2, we talk about his dad's insane life stories, hiking/camping and much more topics. Enjoy these two short but sweet episodes with Mr. Restrepo!!

Genuine Convo #30 with Fadi Ismail

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 05:28:50 +0000

How do I even begin describing this one? Well, for starters it has a lot of ADHD type energy in it from both of us insane individuals. A lot of profanity, passion, anger, debates and of course laughter. Fadi is a soon to become pilot who spends his days working hard and chasing dreams. A man of robust energy and passion, this man is sure to get your heart racing..... in a good way. I call this episode the antidote to drowsiness. Check it out to see what I mean!!

Genuine Convo #29 with Emmanuel Adebayo

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 21:03:41 +0000

What a way to restart the podcast journey! This is the funniest episode in a while and one of the funniest ever. If you wanna hear about workplace gossip, freak athleticism, basketball dreams or me overly complimenting a guest to the point where it becomes a little gay, you've come to the right episode. Emmanuel has become a great friend whom I met at work (just like many of my other friends). He is a freak athlete with a great smile and a wonderful sense of humor.... just to mention a few of his attributes. If you are depressed, this episode is sure to cheer you up, and if it doesn't, then well......start meditating. Enjoy this gem in the Genuine Convos arsenal!!

Genuine Convo #28 with Abhay Parmar

Wed, 04 May 2022 21:18:28 +0000

Here is another one...... a year later. I'm a bit rusty and have lost touch with the podcasting skills. Nevertheless, I'm back! So glad to have Abhay Parmar on the podcast this time. He is a friend that I met at a drama class and resonated with instantly. A perfectly imperfect conversation, I hope you enjoy it!

Genuine Convo #27 with Angelina Zelinsky

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:27:06 +0000

Did you know that lemurs travelled across the world via the ocean way before humans existed? What about the speculations that humans were travelling all across the world way before Columbus? These and many more insanely fascinating topics get discussed with my most recent guest Angelina. She is an anthropology undergraduate who like me, is absolutely mesmerized by human history and our forgotten story. This is one of the most informative episode to date, and I was on the edge of the couch every single minute attentively listening to her talk about anthropological stuff! It's truly moments like these that makes life worthwhile. Its good shit!! Give it a listen and you'll know what I'm talking about 😊

Genuine Convo #26 with Eva Lebedinsky

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:03:57 +0000

Out of the many ladies I know, Eva is one of the very few who has a rare feminine aura around her that is very welcoming and that I happen to appreciate a lot! A student of life, Eva is a kind and jolly person who can also school you about the dynamics of human nature. She studies psychology at university and is passionate about human nature, science, spirituality and ouija boards just to name a few. This episode is packed with interesting, deep and fun topics that I am glad I recorded to look back on and to share with the world. I am glad to be able to learn from and share moments with wonderful people like her and I hope y'all do as well 😄

Genuine Convo #25 with Abdul

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 18:40:07 +0000

This one really hit it home for me. Throughout this episode I realized the potential meaning of our existence. Perhaps we are all here to write our own stories and to fully appreciate and embrace the experience no matter if it's good or bad. After all, this is all just a big playground full of great actors, comedians, writers etc. If you had met Adbul a couple years back, he would have come across to you as a jolly and uplifting person, but as it happens, everyone has to go through the belly of the beast sooner or later. He is going through his hero's journey right now! A podcast at a pivotal point in his life, this episode gets into his mental health problems such as ADHD and bipolar disorder and how he copes with them. This is a very informative and reflective episode that made me appreciate mental health just that much more. We as a species are capable of being happy, healthy and strong at all times and I hope this episode helps you out on your mental health journey or just makes you realize the importance of it. ❤

Genuine Convo #24 with Waseem Safi

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 06:34:48 +0000

A human being full of constant energy and positive vibes, Waseem Safi is a friend I met at the workplace despite the fact that we went to school together. But, as the saying goes, the right people appear at the right time. Damn true that! A conversation full of controversial topics and funny moments, the episode is well crafted and is a no hold bars genuine conversation. We get into debates about the COVID vaccine, shed some light on racism in the world and as Waseem likes to say, "talked a lot of shit". This episode is long overdue and I am very happy it finally took place. This man is a dynamite radiating in love and waiting to blast you with happiness. Enjoy!

Genuine Convo #23 with Jeyla Gulamaliyeva

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 21:27:19 +0000

I never thought I would have one of my coworkers on the podcast, but again, I am the guy who thinks reality is an illusion. Although I haven't known Jeyla for very long, small talks with her made it clear that she is very different from others. A person on the path to enlightenment and a great soul is the most fitting description I can think of to describe her. This episode is marked by some of the deepest talks I have had in my life. This is among the very few episodes that made me realize how much of a dumbass I am. She dissects various concepts easily and applies truths to everyday situations like nobody I have ever met. I am grateful for this opportunity and I hope the world enjoys this convo as much as I did.

Genuine Convo #22 with Mohamed Elsayyad

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:44:09 +0000

A reunion of sorts, this podcast is me and one of the most real friend I had in my life, Mohamed Elsayyad, catching up and talking about some important issues dear to both of us. Mohamed is a brother from another mother who moved away to another province a couple years back, but we still talk and maintain that strong friendship through deep talks whenever we can. Some good laughs, deep talks and a nice sunset were the defining moments of this podcast. We go into talks about financial investments, finding your purpose in life, the side effects of the COVID vaccine and much more! If you're looking for something chill to listen to while relaxing, this might be the episode for you. Enjoy!!

Genuine Convo #21 with Mark Zhuang, Kenneth Lai & Anish Singla

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 19:47:53 +0000

This episode has a different vibe. The guitar playing in the background with the wind coming in on a hot day is what you can imagine for the environment of this episode. Mark Zhuang is a friend of mine who knows how to play almost about any instrument you can think of. He is an extremely talented and hardworking musician apart from being a wonderful human being. So, naturally as one would, I asked him to play my Fender CC-60S acoustic guitar throughout the episode to add some beautiful flavour to it. It turned out great! Kenneth Lai is a reserved person, for which I was hesitant to have him over on the podcast for a while. But university changed the man to become more confident and more outgoing than usual. Anish Singla has been on the podcast last summer, but the combination of guests this time speaks for itself. We all had a chemistry going on. Some deep and unusual topics were covered in this episode that I usually don't talk about. The episode had some funny moments about getting caught while masturbating, VR porn and roasting Kenneth! It was a good night! P.S. The audio may sound a little distorted in some very small segments throughout the episode due to us sharing the two microphones.

Genuine Convo #20 with Slavic Shaman

Mon, 24 May 2021 02:30:59 +0000

You might be wondering what is up with the name, well my guest on this episode wanted me to put this name which mean a Slavic healer rather than his real name. If you ask me, I think it makes the episode a little more mysterious 🧐 The episode is among the funniest I have ever done. You will hear me or my guest randomly laugh our asses off throughout the epsiode. The episode covers some deep topics along with some not so deep ones. The podcast episode would have been ten times better with a video, which will be incorporated in the future episodes, hint hint. I have had billions of sessions of deep talks about everything with this friend of mine, he has helped me become a better person and has been a great friend. I am excited to finally do a podcast with him and give the world an opportunity to hear this great and funny man. During the episode, we often talk about a cat my guest has and he distracts me with some funny gestures, so if you're wondering why I'm randomly laughing, its because of that. So without further ado, enjoy this gem and have a good time!

Genuine Convo #19 with Simran Sadhwani

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:42:09 +0000

The first female guest of the podcast! Simran Sadhwani brings some much needed feminine energy to the show along with some wise words. Some significant questions that I have always wanted to ask the opposite gender has finally been asked. The convo has given me new insights into the female psychology, the importance of spirituality and the consequences of innovation. A radical thinker and traditional woman, Simran is a university student studying to become a doctor. She is everything that a good soul can mean and a good person can represent.

Also, this is the first episode with a video version available on YouTube.

Check it out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgORr9kEYE4

Genuine Convo #18 with Mohsin Ashfaq

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:35:11 +0000

Hard work and perseverance changes a boy into a man. Mohsin Ashfaq can tell you all about that. He is a Calgary based local artist who is clawing his way up the industry slowly but surely. Life was never easy for this fella, he moved to Canada as an early teen and did everything from distributing flyers to tough sales jobs just to support his family. When he decided to become a rapper, support was a luxury he didn't have. Nevertheless he keeps on going to this day trying to make a name out of himself by entertaining people with his music. Apart from that, he is also an avid martial arts practitioner and enthusiast. Boxing changed his life and made him who he is today. A fantastic night full of good talk about music production, martial arts and philosophy, I wouldn't want to have it any other way!

Check out his music at: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6tKJpcUHUd7TbAWNzBerph?si=vsDucLM9T2OUH9f8_i1g2g

Let's go Calgary, let's support our local talents!

Genuine Convo #17 with Hassan Mockaddam

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 21:45:39 +0000

A very experienced and mature person, Hassan moved from Mauritius to Canada three years back in hopes of a better life. But the reality of his situation is far from that as of yet. He lost his father two years back from cancer but never really had his love in the first place. How hard is a boy's life without a father figure guiding him through the ups and downs of life? He answers all of these heartbreaking questions and shares many wild and insane stories from his past life. The episode also has a segment dedicated to him busting many prejudices against Islam and why people make it out to be a evil religion. He is also one of the few friends I have who has experimented with psychedelics and has benefitted tremendously from it. Tune in to hear one of his hair raising trips which made me shiver!

Genuine Convo #16 with Arseniy Kruglikov

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 20:56:28 +0000

Arseniy might seem like a typical man from the outside, but when the words start flowing out of his mouth, one can easily tell him apart from an average man. He is uniquely intelligent and always speaks his mind! Arseniy is a man who takes his time to reflect on the issue/ question at hand and he is the most calm guest out of all of the guests I have had on so far. I mean he is so calm that it's contagious!! We have some seriously fascinating conversations about god, the importance of sunlight and the necessity of fear in one's life. And for those of you who wanted a different, more meaningful episode, this is the one. My guest doesn't just disagree with me on some topics, he actually corrects me and inputs his views on some critical ideas. Go and give it a listen..... trust me..... you won't regret it!!

Genuine Convo # 15 with Jeovahni Duncan

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 18:34:05 +0000

We finally got ourselves a Jamaican on the podcast! Jeovahni Duncan, a very close friend from high school reunites with me after a while and shares his life concerns and perspectives. "I kinda feel stuck" he says, but don't we all? If you can relate with him, I bet you can get a lot out of this episode if you choose to listen. We have a deep dive into what life's purpose might truly be and how one can feel happy without attaining "success". I put on my Jesus hat and try to bring out the spiritual side of me, preaching the message of spontaneity instead of constant planning. A true friend is someone who can be apart for years and years, yet remember you and still genuinely care for you after all this time. If there is any truth in that, then Jeo is exactly that, a genuine friend!

Genuine Convo #14 with Sushrut Mohapatra

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 01:48:54 +0000

"Soumy, why are your episodes sooo long?" "Can't you make em a bit shorter?" Questions like these flooded my DM's on a regular basis. Well, finally here is an episode for the ones who want a more bite sized content. Spanning only 1 hour and 15 minutes long, this episode is a more concentrated form of the power of conversations, but still filled with impactful and fascinating viewpoints. My guest this time is Sushrut Mohapatra, back again to blow your guys' minds! I wish to keep the contents of this episode a mystery as it can only be experienced, not described using words ;) Enjoy!!

Genuine Convo # 13 with Sabby

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:39:37 +0000

You guys wished, and here he is, back again!! This one definitely lives up to the hype, similar to the first one. As always I couldn't stop laughing throughout the whole episode. Though this time, the jokes got even more funny and you've got to listen to understand what I mean. We get into the tough university lives we teenagers are leading right now, but the fun doesn't end there. He gives us his opinion on the British rule over the world and its consequences. Sabby also thinks there is life out there in the universe...tune in to hear his reasoning behind it!! Without further ado, go and listen to it because words cannot describe how funny this guy truly is!! Enjoy laughing your ass off.

Genuine Convo #12 with Dhyey Lalseta

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 18:03:27 +0000

This episode is pure weirdness turning into magic by the end! This is also officially the second funniest episode after Sabby. Dhey Lalseta, a friend that I did not know much about asked me to feature him on the podcast. While hesitant at first, I invited him over just to have my mind blown by the end of the episode!! In the beginning, Dhey and I try to figure out what to talk about, while by the end, it was a matter of seeing an end to the rampant conversations. In this episode, I sing!! We get into the history of the Indian subcontinent, psychedelics and the pros/cons of the university system. Dhey also shares with us a different perspective about life that may be the key to true happiness for some people. By the end, the convo gets real juicy when I start singing and Dhey has a rather profound reaction... which I know many of you guys will find funny :)

Genuine Convo #11 with Ayush Majumder & Aaditya Shah

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 19:29:47 +0000

Yes, they're back! This time we had even better convos than last time! To start the convos off, us three guys try to figure out why female psychology is the way it is and we also shed light on the superficial shallow lives many of us lead today. We go into how life turns around once an individual finds a purpose in their life. Old traditions, myths and initiation rituals might have some truth hidden in them after all. We also share our opinions on the BLM movement and why the idea behind it is divisive itself. Chats about letting go to receive guidance and being thankful for all the bad friends in your life are what makes this episode a very empowering one! I believe we all have what it takes to change our lives around and have a mega impact in this planet. I'm so excited you are here and I can't wait for you to learn something important from this episode!!

Genuine Convo #10 with Mehtab Sekhon

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 18:00:56 +0000

This episode is a little different from the others. That's because my guest in this episode is a little less talkative than the others I have had on in the past. But, don't take his quietness for a weakness. He is as alive as anyone I have ever met, wild with curiosity and radiating with charisma! He is a passionate religious individual and gets into the importance of religion in his life and how it could positively impact the modern world. Mehtab is a very well educated man and knows a lot of interesting facts about a lot of interesting topics. Me and him, we get into chats about the uneasy topic of modern male and female relationship chemistry, false rape accusations and some political conundrums (which by the way he is very passionate about). But enough from me, see for yourself what I mean when I say he is as great as any human being ever!

Genuine Convo #9 with Bilal Shah

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 21:47:43 +0000

Welcome to the 10th episode y'all! This time I have on Bilal Shah. I met him a couple years back at the gym and never thought he would evolve in such a positive way. He is now a 17 year old teenager with a heart of gold and a curious mind. Me and him, we share a lot in common, like the Joe Rogan Experience, psychedelics and living a truthful and vibrant life just to name a few. In this episode we dive into the topics of nutrition and the trickery that goes behind mass food production in the world today. Aliens, UFO's, meditation techniques and the importance of heritage and our history are some of the other topics we get our feet into this time. This episode is info heavy and it goes into some much needed talks that are essential for becoming the strongest version of ourselves and uniting the world!! So what are you waiting for? Go on...

Genuine Convo #8 with Sushrut Mohapatra

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 18:22:00 +0000

Ever have that feeling that you don't really know a friend well enough even though you have talked to him before? Well that's the feeling I had before this podcast with Sushrut. He is a very charismatic, yet mysterious man who doesn't let everything out of the box immediately. In this episode however, a lot of things popped out that revealed a little more to me that I had previously not known about him. I finally dive deep into the topic of psychedelics and alien life with a guest that has actually had some indirect experience with them. The trippy stories of his experiences alone make this episode a great one. We also chat about how we enjoy our work lives, sleep paralysis and lucid dream experiences that he has had. And in BONUS, if you are the type of person who loves the thrill of a good horror story, I think you will really dig this one!!

Genuine Convo #7 with Mustafa Ali & Mohammed Ali

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 03:10:47 +0000

"Your worst enemy could be your best friend"-Bob Marley. That was exactly the case with me and the Ali brothers. Listen to hear the crazy story of how a once upon a time foe of mine turns into two of my best friends. This episode can piss you off, make you laugh or outright motivate the hell outta you to change your life around. All you great people out there, tune in to hear about the power of movement and the flaws of modern feminism. Plus the convo gets even more heated when talks about religion initiates. So you've come to the right episode to have the best experience of your life spanning a few hours!

Genuine Convo #6 with Anish Singla & Vaishakh VM

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 19:31:28 +0000

If you're a teenager, this is a must listen!! This one is a scary one though. The episode is filled with terrifying horror stories that we have experienced or have heard from others. To lighten the mood however, we go into funny relationship stories that broke us and changed us completely! These two wonderful human beings also shed light on what they think about the reality of our existence and universities. There's also some other things, but you'll have to listen to find those out :)

Genuine Convo # 5 with Sabby

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 17:47:54 +0000

The funniest podcast episode to date is here ladies and gentlemen! Sabby, probably the funniest wise person I know is on the podcast this time around. His personality is one of tender aggression, which makes him a very balanced human being that knows about a hell of a lot of things. In this episode we dive into the topic of black holes, religions and the irony of his life. Also, this episode is full of funny Easter eggs that just keeps getting better as one keeps getting further into the episode. Enjoy y'all!

Genuine Convo #4 with Vaishakh Vinod Menon & Nakul Dharan

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 03:56:19 +0000

Vaishakh Vinod Menon and Nakul Dharan are close friends of mine who are real people in every sense of the word. In this episode we have great fun roasting each other and discussing about sleep, odd university schedules and embarrassing moments at our jobs. The convos just keeps getting better!

Genuine Convo #3 with Ayush Majumder & Aaditya Shah

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 20:32:30 +0000

Aaditya is back, this time with another great human being (Ayush Majumder). Talks about megalithic structures, mysteriousness of life and modern feminism in this episode are bound to open some people's eyes in a positive way. Grab some popcorn and your headphones, the excitement is about to rise in here!

Genuine Convo #2 with Vaishakh Vinod Menon

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 20:17:48 +0000

Welcome back folks! This time around, Soumy's close friend Vaishakh Vinod Menon, or as he likes to call him Vaishakh Bond appears on the podcast to enlighten us with his views on relationships and fitness. He also goes on to share some wild and bizzare stories from the past that makes him the person he is today. Enjoy!

Genuine Convo #1 with Aaditya Shah

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 19:55:02 +0000

The wait is finally over! In the very first guest episode of the Genuine Convos Podcast, your host Soumy and his very good friend Aaditya Shah immerse themselves in many topics including why success is overrated, the flaws of Indian culture and the reality of reality. Sit back, relax and enjoy this interesting ride with us!

Welcome to The Genuine Convos Podcast! (A preview)

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 04:52:08 +0000

In this very first episode, your host (Soumy) goes over what to expect from this podcast, how the name came to be, what kind of topics the podcast is going to cover and why this podcast is different from the others out there!