Passion Chats

Passion Chats offers practical inspiration to "Passion Seekers" everywhere! Hosted by Laura Best, each episode features real stories from people who are pursuing their passions, whether that means meaningful work, creativity or creating a positive impact for others. Listen for practical inspiration on how to rediscover what lights you up and how to navigate the decisions and journeys that will enable you to truly "make your own path." Inspired to rediscover your passions? Explore our community at www.passioncollective.co

Passion Chats is a education podcast hosted by Passion Collective, with 21 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.

Passion Collective hosts Passion Chats, a education show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #21

  "Inside 'Born to Buzz'" with Laura Best and Michelle Yu

  Aug 26, 20251h 6mS0

  <p>What really happens when you decide to write a book?</p><p>In this special edition of Passion Chats, host Laura Best sits in the guest seat as Michelle Yu — co-founder and CEO of Josie, TEDx speaker, and one of Laura’s favourite past guests — interviews her about the journey of creating Born to Buzz: How to Spark Your Passions (Without Quitting It All).</p><p>Together, they dig into:</p>The surprising things Laura learned while writing her first book<br/><br/>How to overcome self-doubt when pursuing big creative goals<br/><br/>What the book-writing process really looks...

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  Episode #20

  Defining Your "All" with Gelareh Chafin

  Apr 1, 202524 minS0

  <p>What if bringing structure to chaos could be your unique passion and strength? <br/><br/>In this episode, Gelareh Chafin, chemical engineer and team leader at global organisation LyondellBasel, joins host Laura Best to explore how finding order in complexity can become a source of joy. Drawing from her journey from aspiring doctor to global turnaround specialist, Gelareh shares how she discovered her passion for creating clarity amidst ambiguity.</p><p>You'll hear Gelareh's insights on:</p>Why structure creates freedom rather than rigidityHow to define "your all" in different seasons of lifeThe connection between confidence and problem-solvingPractical advice f...

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  Episode #19

  "7 Rules of Self Reliance" with communication expert Maha Abouelenein

  Mar 1, 202530 minS0

  <p>What if self-reliance could help you do more of what you love? <br/><br/></p><p>In this episode, Maha Abouelenein, author and self-reliance advocate, joins host Laura Best to explore how trusting yourself leads to both professional success and personal fulfillment. Drawing from her experience moving to Egypt and turning setbacks into opportunities, Maha shares practical wisdom on building confidence through small, intentional steps.</p><p>You'll hear Maha's insights on:<br/><br/></p>How self-reliance becomes a source of energy, not a drain on your resourcesWhy listening to your intuition shapes decisions that align with your goalsPractical s...

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  Episode #18

  "Helping Parents Rise" with Michelle Yu

  Feb 1, 202536 minS0

  <p>What if returning to work after parental leave could feel less like starting over and more like stepping forward? How can workplaces better support parents while nurturing their career passions?</p><p>In this episode, Michelle Yu, co-founder and CEO of Josie and advocate for working parents and workplace inclusivity, joins Laura Best for a candid conversation about navigating the intersection of parenthood and career ambitions. Drawing from her own journey as a mother and management consultant, Michelle shares insights on how becoming a parent reshaped her perspective on workplace culture and sparked her passion for change.</p><p>...

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  Episode #17

  "Truth About Fear" with Dr. Tonya Jackman Hampton

  Jan 15, 202536 minS0

  <p>Fear - it's something we all experience but rarely discuss openly. What if understanding our fears, rather than fighting them, could help us do more of what we love?</p><p>In this powerful episode, Dr. Tonya Jackman Hampton, executive coach and business leader, joins Laura Best for an honest conversation about fear. Author of the new book "The Myth of the Fearless Leader: Exposing a New Path Beyond Fight, Flight, and Freeze," Dr. Tonya challenges the notion that we need to be fearless to pursue our passions, drawing from both professional expertise and personal wisdom passed down from...

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