TRIGGER WARNING: suicide, debt Ever stood at your balcony contemplating your fall? Asim Amin did, and it nearly cost him everything. He opens up about hitting rock bottom after going into debt in Dubai, contemplating suicide, and what happened after he made one critical choice: to start therapy. Asim is…
Ever feel like you're stuck between cultures or like you're constantly proving yourself just to be seen? Meet Yunsu Tang, an entrepreneur, writer, and advocate for mental health whose journey from Hong Kong to the UK led her to explore the intersections of cultural identity, mental well-being, and career growth.…
Wondering if introversion is holding you back from success? In this episode of Low to Grow, Dr. Joyjit Chatterjee shares how he transformed from a shy introvert into a Forbes Under 30 honoree in Manufacturing and Industry. His journey is a story of empowerment, personal growth, and leadership—showing young professionals…
What does it take to build a social enterprise in your teens and go on to win The Diana Award before the age of 21? Reese Wong knows the pressure. As a young social entrepreneur, speaker, and community builder, he opens up to Annie about what it really takes to…
Is entrepreneurship really about hustle, or is it more about resilience and balance? In this episode of Low to Grow, Annie sits down with Erika Brodnock MBE, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, and champion of inclusivity in the tech industry. Together, they explore how knowledge, coaching, and mental health practices can…
Think you’re too young or too inexperienced to make a global impact? Meet Elisa Torres-Durney, a 19-year-old Chilean student, UNESCO Advisor, and the visionary behind Girls in Quantum, a UN recognised global initiative making STEM and quantum education more accessible to youth worldwide against financial, political or institutional barriers. Annie…
Ever feel like your background is holding you back from big dreams? In this episode of Low to Grow, Annie sits down with Nathaneo Johnson, co-founder of the Series app, to talk about how he transformed a challenging childhood into fuel for building a VC-backed startup whilst at Yale. From…
Feeling like you need to have it all figured out before starting something big? Think again. In this episode, Annie sits down with fellow Forbes U30, Times Young Powerlist and Y-Combinator alumna Ahana Banerjee, to unpack her path from her childhood physics student to founder of the award-winning beauty tech…
Feeling like you need to have it all figured out before starting something big? Think again. In this episode, Annie sits down with fellow Forbes U30, Times Young Powerlist and Y-Combinator alumna Ahana Banerjee, to unpack her path from her childhood physics student to founder of the award-winning beauty tech…
In this BONUS episode, Annie and award-winning journalist Izzy Silvers discuss the media portrayal of Meghan Markle/Sussex, focusing on themes of race, identity, and bias. They explore how the press has treated Meghan differently compared to other royal family members, and dive into double standards and the impact of racism…
In this conversation, Daisy J. Hung shares her journey as an Asian-American Lawyer to diversity practitioner at the University of Oxford, and her motivations for writing her debut book, 'I Am Not a Tourist: Conversations on Being British Chinese.' Annie and Daisy discuss cultural identity, the importance of community activism,…
Amardeep Parmar (@amardeepbae ), Amar, is an ex-technology consultant, a successful writer and co-founder of @thebaehq , a community for British Asian investors and entrepreneurs. In this episode, Annie and Amar discuss the profound impact of his father's passing on his life, the challenges of navigating grief, and the importance…
In this BONUS episode, Annie and award-winning journalist Izzy Silvers discuss the media portrayal of Meghan Markle, focusing on themes of race, identity, and bias. They explore if the press has treated Meghan differently compared to other royal family members, and dive into double standards and the impact of racism…
In this conversation, Daisy J. Hung shares her journey as an Asian-American Lawyer to diversity practitioner at the University of Oxford, and her motivations for writing her debut book, 'I Am Not a Tourist: Conversations on Being British Chinese.' Annie and Daisy discuss cultural identity, the importance of community activism,…
In this powerful moment, Amar Parmar — writer, founder, and community builder — opens up about how grief reshaped his emotional world. 💥 Don’t miss his full story on Low to Grow — now streaming on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. #lowtogrow #grieftogrowth #healingjourney #hugtherapy #mentalhealthmatters #britishasianvoices #lowtogrowpodcast #turntoughmomentsintomotivation
Amardeep Parmar went from tech consultant to one of Medium’s fastest-growing writers, and now builds space for British Asian founders through BAE HQ. 🎧 Hear his full story on Low to Grow — now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. #lowtogrow #lowtogrowpodcast #lowtogrowpod #talkitoutdontdrinkitdown #mentalhealthawareness #grieftogrowth #britishasianvoices #mensmentalhealth
"Talk it out, don’t drink it down!" After losing his dad, Amar realized how deeply we bottle things up — especially in Asian communities. In this raw clip, he breaks down the power of talking through pain instead of numbing it. 👉 Amar went from tech consultant to one of…
Vulnerability made us easy targets ~ Growing up shy isn’t weakness - it’s armor forged the hard way. In this clip, Amar Parmar gets real about the quiet pain of being misunderstood — and how owning his vulnerability became a superpower. 🎙 Amar is the cofounder of BAE HQ and…
Navigating Grief and Growth with Amar Parmar: British Asian Community Builder In this new episode of Low to Grow, I sit down with @amardeep.s.parmar , a man whose 2020 New Year’s resolution changed the course of his life ✍️ 🔥 He became the second-fastest writer to hit 50K followers on…
Amardeep (Amar) Parmar is an ex-technology consultant, a successful writer and co-founder of BAE HQ, a community for British Asian investors and entrepreneurs. In this episode, Annie and Amar discuss the profound impact of his father's passing on his life, the challenges of navigating grief, and the importance of vulnerability…
Wondering if it's too late to pivot in your career? Learn how Lily Elsner, co-founder and CEO of Jack Fertility, pivoted from aspiring physician to corporate lawyer, and ultimately crossing the Atlantic to become an entrepreneur in the health tech space. In this episode, Annie and Lily discusses the challenges…
Dubai-based expat, educator and founder of She Knows Best, Sam Minhas shares her journey of overcoming loneliness and social anxiety. Learn about how she healed her inner child by creating an anonymous platform that empower and equips women with support. Annie and Sam discuss her lowest points, how the shock…
Izzy Silvers is an award-winning journalist and founder of Mixed Messages, a platform empowering mixed-race individuals and fostering understanding around racial identity. Its a spectrum, not a LABEL! In this episode, Annie and Izzy discusses her experiences with therapy and medication, the lessons learned about self-care, and the complexities of…
Navjot Sawhney, founder of the Washing Machine Project, shares his journey from a successful engineering career at Dyson to creating a humanitarian social enterprise aimed at empowering women in low-income communities through innovative washing solutions. Annie and Nav discuss the personal experiences that shaped his passion for social impact, the…
