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In this episode of Bains and Beers podcast, we're joined by Dan our producer and the man behind the camera. We speak on sports, his career change and his family dynamic growing up. We also talk about his hunting journey and his experiences. This episode was recorded a few months ago please keep that in mind when listening.

New eps with @simranmann, known for her viral relationship story via tiktok. But there’s more to her — tune in to discover the person behind the viral story, her experiences and the work beyond social media.

On this episode we sit down with Sukhman Gill from Toronto, Ontario. We discuss his role on the new Jus reign show "Late Bloomer" and the process of the show. We also dive in to his career as an actor including the highs and lows. It was great to hear Sukhman's story and hope you all enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe and let us know your thoughts below!

This episode we sit down with Peak, rapper from Surrey BC who takes us on his journey from the start of his career. The highs and lows of his music career and the importance of the people around him. Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties the video cuts out around the 30 minute mark. Sorry for the inconvenience, but we have the full audio uploaded. Make sure to follow peaks music journey on his Instagram @t6peak.

In this episode of Bains and Beers podcast, we're joined by Studio Elan, master makeup artist at Studio Elan. We discuss her career, delve into relationships, explore South Asian family dynamics, and reflect on the changing roles of parents in the new generation.

In this captivating episode of the Bains and Beers podcast, we are joined by @kanikasasan. Kanika takes us on her remarkable journey of acclimating to Canadian culture after tying the knot at the tender age of 19 and relocating to Canada, followed swiftly by the joys and challenges of motherhood. She candidly shares the initial hardships she faced, struggling with homesickness and the stark differences in lifestyle between her bustling hometown of Delhi and the quieter atmosphere of Richmond, Canada, two decades ago.

In this epsiode of the Bains and Beers podcast we are joined by guests Kristin Gill and her fiancé Vlad, co-founders of Re Angle. We kick off the episode with Kristin sharing her journey from the corporate grind to founding her own real estate marketing company, Re Angle, inspired by her father’s influence and her own passion for real estate.

Kristin then takes us behind the scenes of her latest social media post, which garnered 4 million views. Where she features a 200 sqft apartment condo in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, offered for rent at $2,000, this property, a renovated SRO (Single Room Occupancy), sparked significant controversy, attracting attention from journalists, news outlets, politicians, and a housing advocate who created his own take on the viral video. She shares how the situation escalated politically, with assumptions about Kristin and Vlad's connections to specific political parties.

Further, Kristin then shares the passion driving her newest innovative segment “Real People, Real Rent,” where she uncovers real-life stories of tenants in the lower mainland, discovered through Craigslist. This segment offers viewers a genuine glimpse into diverse living spaces and the realities of rent prices. Our discussion also touches on the complexities of tenant-landlord relationships.

Anand then shares his experiences as a Property Manager renting out units in the lower mainland, revealing some unusual encounters with potential tenants.

The conversation then takes a personal turn when Vlad joins us. Together, Kristin and Vlad shares their love story and the nuances of working side by side as a couple. Vlad, a migrant from Russia, compares life in Canada and Russia, highlighting cultural differences and shared values, particularly in the context of their upcoming traditional Sikh wedding and sharing each other’s customs and family traditions. 

The couple then discusses the early challenges in their entrepreneurial path, like the lack of initial support from friends and family, highlighting the importance of a robust business plan, quality product, and strong relationships. Kristin talks about her initial strategy of providing services at below-market rates to secure her first clients.

We then delve into the couple's entrepreneurial journey, marked by initial setbacks, including the lack of initial support from friends and family, highlighting the importance of a robust business plan, an exceptional product, and nurturing professional relationships. Kristin then candidly discusses her strategy of offering services at below-market rates during the early stages of their business to secure her first set of clients.

Finally, the hosts, Ajay and Anand, reflect on the podcast's evolution– from makeshift iPhone recordings from the kitchen counter with the backdrop of household noises, including a running dishwasher and our bebe’s path playing in the background, their progression to a professional studio setup.

In this episode of the Bains and Beers podcast, we're joined by sisters Monica and Alyesha from Events by B Planning, trailblazers in Vancouver's wedding industry specializing in behind-the-scenes (BTS) coverage.

We delve into their career journey, starting from homemade videos to creating content for businesses and then making a successful entry into the lucrative Indian wedding industry.

The sisters share their initial criticism and skepticism their business faced from the community and within the industry and how they overcame those initial hurdles. They highlight their specific market and demographic, noting the growing trend of couples hosting extravagant weddings, often orchestrated for

They also recount some of the challenges they encountered from their early gigs while taking BTS, from skeptical family members and overstepping uncles to unexpected requests for childcare and being mistakenly identified as the “cleaning crew”.

They also share some amusing incidents capturing live footage of aunties beefing over who gets the last “boli”, handling the fallout of disorganized 'milni' ceremonies, and of course the encounters with the pretentious cousins and reluctant brown guys at these wedding events.

The sisters proceed to discuss their upbringing and their paths to embracing their culture, leading Moni to share her experience of connecting more deeply with her roots, particularly through a bhangra class at University. She also recounts the criticism she faced from international students for being a “white-washed” brown girl and not being able to understand the language.

Alyesha, a recent bride herself, also shares her insights on crucial pre-wedding conversations. We also discuss generational trauma, internal politics within desi families, expectations and the overall societal pressures imposed on daughters-in-laws that are engraved in our culture.

We wrap this episode up with conversations relating to brown guys, red flags, haters, cultural nuances, and double standards.

We hope you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for @nolanprasad next week!

In this episode of Bains & Beers, we're joined by Sebastian Lavoie to delve into his remarkable journey through the ranks to become a Sergeant Major General.

Our conversation explores the themes of overcoming adversity, self-discovery, and the pursuit of personal excellence. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive 20-year tenure with the RCMP. Originally from Quebec, his journey in the Canadian Armed Forces pre-dates 9/11, setting the stage for a notable career in law enforcement.

Seb's professional path was marked by his roles in the Mounties' high-profile and elite divisions. He began his journey with the BC Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team (ERT), where he served as a team leader. His retirement in 2021 marked the end of an era as the Divisional Sergeant Major for the RCMP’s largest division, “E” Division in British Columbia.

Seb recounts his entrance into law enforcement and provides a perspective on the present dynamics of policing.

We also explore broader societal issues, including the impact of social media and the evolving culture within policing. We delve into how modern-day officers often find themselves scrutinized during their duties. The conversation further explores the concept of force, its various levels, and its implications.

Additionally, we discuss the driving forces in life, strategies for self-improvement, facing challenges, and recognizing the immense potential within each of us

We hope you enjoy this episode. Stay tuned as next week we have @eventsbybplanning_ 

In this episode of Bains and Beers Podcast, we're joined by Sharan of Contoured Studios @contouredstudios as she recounts the highs and lows of her 15-year tenure in the beauty industry. She shares her initial struggles, including a tale of her early corporate days when a client repeatedly altered their look and then refused to compensate her after her service was completed. The conversation then delves into the taxing nature of the industry, both mentally and physically, highlighting the struggles/demands faced by photographers, videographers, and makeup artists. Who often face criticism for their fees despite lacking health care benefits, sick leave, and other standard entitlements. Sharan also shares her personal sacrifices, such as missing key family milestones and taking a brief four-week maternity leave.

 Additionally, we address the new directives that the Akal Takht has announced regarding destination weddings, and Sharan provides her perspective on the new regulations affecting interfaith and same-sex marriages.

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