Know To Grow
Know To Grow
Know To Grow
The KnowToGrow podcast breaks down the latest in education, growth, and culture. With over two decades of experience in education, healthcare, & business, host @DrIvanKhan helps listeners tackle the day to day in their personal growth journeys.
EP 47: Royal Bengal Tea w/ Ifti Chowdhury
Join host @DrIvanKhan as he interviews Ifti Chowdhury, founder of RoyalBengalTeaHouse. RoyalBengalTeaHouse is a community organization that brings people together from various backgrounds through their musical jam sessions & cultural nights. Listen in as they talk about Ifti's journey from Sylhet, to Dhanmondi,  and later the University of Buffalo to becoming a leader in the Finance & Technoogy industry. Tune in at 20:03 to hear about the growth of RoyalBengalTeaHouse. Finish up later at 34:07 to hear about the various cultural influences that shaped Ifti & his vision for RoyaBengalTeaHouse.
Jun 24, 2020
47 min
Ep 46: Adolescent Mental Health w Dr. Ricky Qadeer
Join host @DrIvanKhan as he discusses Adolescent Mental Health w. Dr. Ricky Qadeer. Dr. Ricky discusses his experiences in his childhood that shaped his love for community & family medicine. Tune in at 25:43 as Dr. Qadeer talks about his work with youth in the Bronx, getting through depression, supporting anxiety, helping teens through LGBTQ+ support. Dr. Qadeer also discusses the role that his writing platform plays in his work. Tune in at 40:30 to hear about the musical & sports influences that shaped his approach to patient care. Stick around for Dr. Qadeer's first-hand account of time as a student of the late Dr. Mansur Khan.
Jun 9, 2020
1 hr 3 min
Ep. 45: Mai Soli Foundation w Aria Mustary
Join host @DrIvanKhan as he interviews Aria Mustary, founder of Mai Soli Foundation, a non-profit organization revolutionizing young girls' access to education, entrepreneurship and ending child marriage in developing countries, specifically targeting child marriages in Bangladesh. Listen in at 15:19 as they cover Aria's journey from being a full-time student at Babson College to revolutionizing and paving the path for many young women in her trips abroad. Tune in at 35:39  to learn about the cultural influences that established Mai Soli as one of the top youth organizations for young women's empowerment today.
Jun 5, 2020
47 min
Ep 44: Queens Mutual Aid w/ Rima Begum
Join host @DrIvanKhan on a special Eid episode as he interviews Rima Begum, MSW about Queens Mutual Aid. Queens Mutual Aid is a support network for New York City Queens residents looking to organize their own communities and help each other out during the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic. Tune in later to hear about Rima's academic journey & earning her Master's Degree in her field of social work. Jump in later to find out ways to organize your fellow community members around issues like food insecurity & housing justice.
May 23, 2020
44 min
Ep. 43: Children of 1971 w/ Nafisa Islam
Join host @DrIvanKhan as he interviews Nafisa Islam, the mother of Childrenof1971, one of the fastest growing platforms that is building & healing the Bengali community, one story at a time. Listen in as they cover Nafisa's unique journey as a rising leader in the Pharmaceutical Industry, and how she & the team are growing their community simultaneously. From organizing events in Brown Excellence to fundraising heavily for COVID relief in Bangladesh, learn about the fantastic culture building by Childrenof1971!
May 21, 2020
1 hr 1 min
EP 42: I'm back. Quarantine Pop Culture w/ Masked Julien.
On a very special return episode, Host @DrIvanKhan is joined by the Masked Man, @MacksJulien to discuss pop culture during the global quarantine. Listen in as the lifelong friends discuss Ozark, Tiger King, Ballers, the latest Sports documentaries and more. Jump in later as we re-rank the all time NBA greats post The Last Dance.
May 16, 2020
50 min
EP 41: The Lemonade Minisode w/ Arianna Khan
On a very special minisode, Host @DrIvanKhan is joined by his 7 year-old daughter, Arianna Khan! Arianna joins us in the studio to talk about her life and her upcoming projects. Tune in (08:29) for an in-depth look at Arianna's hobbies, her Lemonade start-up idea, and her outlook for the future. Jump in at (16:08) when Arianna turns the tables and interviews her father.
Mar 11, 2020
26 min
Ep 40: Not All Democrats are the Same w/ Shaniyat Chowdhury
This week, Host @DrIvanKhan is joined by Shaniyat Chowdhury, Veteran and Congressional Candidate for New York's 5th District, to talk about his upbringing and how he entered thewolrd of activism and politics. Tune in at (22:09) to learn about Shaniyat's time in the Marines, AOC's campaign, and his current campaign. Jump in at (44:04) when Shaniyat tells us about his journey from amateur rugby player to captain of the Indian National Team. Later Dr. Khan and Shaniyat discuss their favorite food spots around District 5.
Mar 6, 2020
58 min
Ep 39: South Asian Comedy w/ Kutti Gang
On a hilarious episode of #KTG, Host @DrIvanKhan is joined by comedian and filmmaker, Zubi Ahmed. Jump in at (23:40) to hear Zubi talk about what lead her to pursue a Master's Degree in Film and establish her comedy show, Kutti Gang. Tune in at (44:16) for Zubi and Host @DrIvanKhan's discussion on the media they consumed as children and how it has influenced their interests today.
Mar 3, 2020
1 hr 8 min
Ep 38: The Reality Show w/ Zeehan Wazed
From the ABXY Gallery, Host @DrIvanKhan speaks with dancer and artist, Zeehan Wazed about his solo exhibition, Reality Show. Zeehan joins us to talk about his roots in Jamaica, Queens and his early interest in street performance and urban culture. Later we discuss his background in perceptual psychology and his break into the art world. Join us at (43:12) to hear Host @DrIvanKhan and Zeehan discuss the realities of pursuing your passion and empowering communities through art.
Feb 25, 2020
57 min
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