Bold Beginnings with Sheida

"Bold Beginnings with Sheida” speaks to individuals ready to step into their power and embrace meaningful change. Our listeners are courageous, intuitive, purpose-driven dream chasers who feel called to break away from the crowd and follow their own path. They are seeking growth, healing, and inspiration, whether they are leaving the corporate world, rebuilding their lives, or pursuing personal transformation. Guests will have the chance to connect with a diverse, engaged audience who resonate with stories of resilience, creativity, faith, and personal evolution.

Bold Beginnings with Sheida is a education podcast hosted by SHEIDA KERMANI, with 89 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

SHEIDA KERMANI hosts Bold Beginnings with Sheida, a education show with 89 episodes published.

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  Episode #2

  A Journey of Fate & Perseverance: From Sri Lanka To Juilliard| Tharanga Goonetilleke- PART 2

  Aug 15, 202622 minS7

  Tharanga Goonetilleke is a Sri Lankan soprano, opera singer, educator, and international performer. She holds an Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Voice and Opera from Juilliard and was the first woman from Sri Lanka accepted to the school. Her extensive career includes opera and concert performances with major organizations and artists around the world, including New York City Opera, and repertoire ranging from Puccini and Mozart to contemporary works and world premieres. She has received numerous honors, including Metropolitan Opera National Council audition awards, the Palmetto Opera competition, the Yamaha Trophy, and the Makiko Narumi Memorial Prize at Juilliard. Beyond her performance career, Tharanga is also an advocate for arts, education, and cultural exchange. She was named a TED Fellow in 2015 and has appeared as a speaker and performer at TED and TEDx events internationally. Her journey brings together opera, education, cultural heritage, and a deep commitment to artistic expression, both on and beyond the traditional stage. #Opera#ClassicalMusic#Soprano#OperaSinger#Singing #VocalTraining#PerformingArts#Music#PersonalGrowth#BoldBeginnings #Juilliard KEY TAKEAWAYS: -Tharanga's unexpected journey from Sri Lanka to Juilliard -The role of fate and intentional effort in success -The importance of hard work and being proactive -The healing and sensory power of singing -Cultural barriers and overcoming them in pursuit of art -The significance of balance between work and rest -The impact of parental support and unconditional love -The influence of language and emotion in performance MORE ON THARANGA GOONETILLEKE: WEBSITE: https://www.tharangagoonetilleke.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tharanga20g/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@tharangagoonetilleke62 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/tharanga.goonetilleke WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ARtyfTaKxts

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  Inside an Opera Singer’s Mind: Tharanga Goonetilleke-PART 1

  Aug 8, 202627 minS7

  Tharanga Goonetilleke is a Sri Lankan soprano, opera singer, educator, and international performer. She holds an Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Voice and Opera from Juilliard and was the first woman from Sri Lanka accepted to the school. Her extensive career includes opera and concert performances with major organizations and artists around the world, including New York City Opera, and repertoire ranging from Puccini and Mozart to contemporary works and world premieres. She has received numerous honors, including Metropolitan Opera National Council audition awards, the Palmetto Opera competition, the Yamaha Trophy, and the Makiko Narumi Memorial Prize at Juilliard. Beyond her performance career, Tharanga is also an advocate for arts, education, and cultural exchange. She was named a TED Fellow in 2015 and has appeared as a speaker and performer at TED and TEDx events internationally. Her journey brings together opera, education, cultural heritage, and a deep commitment to artistic expression, both on and beyond the traditional stage. #Opera#ClassicalMusic#Soprano#OperaSinger#Singing #VocalTraining#PerformingArts#Music#PersonalGrowth #BoldBeginnings #Juilliard KEY TAKEAWAYS: -The greatest lesson from singing as life masterclass -Trusting your instincts and letting go -Voice as an external phenomenon, not just internal -Physical awareness and listening to the body -Mental preparation and rituals before performance -The importance of not over-controlling the instrument -How to listen to oneself without judgment -The power of simplicity and authenticity in singing -Growing up in civil war Sri Lanka and its impact on artistry MORE ON THARANGA GOONETILLEKE: WEBSITE: https://www.tharangagoonetilleke.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tharanga20g/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@tharangagoonetilleke62 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/tharanga.goonetilleke WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/LnNZ4OP0opA

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  Episode #14

  Stop Abandoning Yourself: Risa August- PART 2

  Aug 1, 202620 minS6

  Author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired. A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood or hip-hop dance lessons, trying a silks aerialist or boxing class, going indoor skydiving, and guiding inspirational workshops in creativity. Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned and practiced removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and embracing an expansive life…a life unleashed. #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #LettingGo #Surrender #Authenticity #LivingFully #Mindfulness #HealingJourney #BoldBeginnings KEY TAKEAWAYS: -The power of authenticity and dropping masks -Gestalt therapy and focusing on present moment experiences -Healing past trauma through experiential work -The impact of awareness and response in healing -Abandoning oneself and rediscovering joy -The significance of taking bold actions in life MORE ON RISA AUGUST: WEBSITE: https://www.risaaugust.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/risa.august.unleashed INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/risaunleashed/ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Akn-4BVTUrc

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  Episode #13

  The Life You Are Not Living: Risa August- PART 1

  Jul 25, 202619 minS6

  Author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired. A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood or hip-hop dance lessons, trying a silks aerialist or boxing class, going indoor skydiving, and guiding inspirational workshops in creativity. Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned and practiced removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and embracing an expansive life…a life unleashed. #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #LettingGo #Surrender #Authenticity #LivingFully #Mindfulness #HealingJourney #BoldBeginnings KEY TAKEAWAYS: -The importance of letting go and surrendering control -How authenticity and self-acceptance lead to fulfillment -Healing past traumas through Gestalt therapy and awareness -The significance of living in the present moment -Risa's journey with her brain tumor and naming it Baba -The impact of embracing life's uncertainties and pivots -The difference between surviving and truly participating in life -The importance of authenticity in building genuine connections MORE ON RISA AUGUST: WEBSITE: https://www.risaaugust.com/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/risa.august.unleashed WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/QH4_AJrFe4g

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  Episode #12

  Bringing A Musical To Life (Step-by-Step): Patrick McAndrew-PART 2

  Jul 18, 202623 minS6

  Patrick McAndrew, a brilliant writer, actor, and host who is redefining how we look at the digital world through the arts.Patrick uses theater, film, and media as a gateway to learning about the Internet, technology, and social media's influence on our decisions, habits, and lifestyles. He is the creator of the acclaimed one-man show Terms of Service (winner of "Best Fiction Show" at the United Solo Theatre Festival) and the mastermind behind the groundbreaking new musical, The Startup. Fresh off a completely sold-out workshop run at NYC's The Flea Theater, The Startup brilliantly tackles our tangled relationship with technology, exploring social media addiction, data privacy, and influencer culture.With a Master’s degree in Theatre, an extensive background in Off-Broadway and film production, and experience interviewing leading experts in tech policy, Patrick brings a profound and beautifully articulate perspective to our changing world. #TheStartupMusical #humanconnection #musicaltheatre #digitalwellbeing #NYCTheatre #newmusicaltheatre #disconnecttoreconnect #musicalproduction KEY TAKEAWAYS: -Creating a musical about technology and society -The development and production process of the musical -Insights into responsible AI and ethical tech -Impact of social media on human connection -Lessons learned from collaborative creative projects MORE ON PATRICK MCANDREW: WEBSITE: https://www.patrick-mcandrew.com/about FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/patrick.mcandrew.94 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/patrick.mcandrew/ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/t1l4cGjkg9k

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