Melting Pot

About Melting Pot

Melting Pot is a podcast by Payal Nayar that brings together inspiring stories and meaningful conversations from around the world. With a focus on culture, art, entrepreneurship, and spirituality, the podcast dives deep into the experiences and perspectives of thought leaders, authors, artists, and changemakers. Each episode uncovers unique narratives that celebrate the richness of global diversity while exploring the universal threads that connect us all. Payal’s engaging style and genuine curiosity create a platform for open dialogue, fostering a space where creativity and ideas can flourish. From motivational journeys of entrepreneurs to the soulful expressions of performing artists, Melting Pot captures the essence of human potential and the spirit of collaboration. Whether you're seeking inspiration, cultural insights, or just a fresh perspective, Melting Pot offers something for everyone. Tune in to explore the stories that unite us, challenge us, and inspire us to think beyond boundaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Payal Nayar

Category

arts · business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Mar 2020

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

307 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Oct 2026

   Amy Pollack

   Amy Meislin Pollack has been telling stories about a fourth-grader named Jelly Bean since 1960, first as a nine-year-old herself, then across 40 years in the classroom, and later with her own children and grandchildren. In this episode, Amy talks about turning six decades of storytelling into her three-book middle-grade series, The Adventures of Jelly Bean, and why she chose to write honestly about the things kids actually deal with, friendship, death, race, addiction and feeling unseen at home. We get into what four decades of teaching taught her about kids navigating change, and why she believes middle-graders are ready for harder conversations than adults often give them credit for. [Jelly Bean Books, Teenage Books, Children's Author, Tween Reads, Parenting Books, Teacher, Parenting Teens, Childhood Grief, Real Talk For Kids, Podcast, Payal Nayar, Melting Pot Podcast] #TeenParenting #ChildrenBehaviour #BooksForTeenagers #AdventuresOfJellyBean #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Phyllis Leavitt

   In conversation with psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt, this episode of The Melting Pot explores how childhood trauma quietly shapes who we become as adults. Drawing on over three decades of clinical work with individuals, couples, and families, Phyllis unpacks how early wounds show up in our adult behavior, from the patterns we repeat to the walls we build in relationships. She shares what healing actually looks like, and why understanding our past is often the first step toward reconnecting with the people we love. A grounded, deeply human conversation about trauma, growth, and the ongoing work of becoming whole. [Childhood Trauma, Trauma Healing, Emotional Healing, Generational Trauma, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Awareness, Healthy Relationships,Podcast, Mental Health Podcast, Payal Nayar, Melting Pot Podcast] #MentalHealthAwareness #ChildhoodTrauma #Psychotherapist #Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Anoushka Dasgupta Little Andaman Barcelona

   What does it take to build a restaurant that stands out in one of Europe's biggest food cities? In this episode, we sit down with Anoushka Dasgupta of Little Andaman, a coastal Indian restaurant in the heart of Barcelona. Anoushka shares how her family opened the restaurant during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges of building recognition in a highly competitive dining scene. She also talks about what makes Little Andaman unique, from its fresh coastal Indian cuisine to its creative cocktails, and how winning Joc de Cartes' Best Asian Restaurant award became a defining moment in their journey. https://littleandaman.es/home/ (https://littleandaman.es/home/) [Little Andaman Barcelona, Ankita Dasgupta, Barcelona Restaurants, Coastal Indian Cuisine, Award-Winning Restaurant, Joc de Cartes Winner, Creative Cocktails, Restaurant Business, Melting Pot, Payal Nayar Podcast] #LittleAndaman #BarcelonaRestaurants #IndianRestaurant #Barcelona #Podcast Episode streaming on your preferred streaming platforms and on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Who has been a guest on Melting Pot

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Cyndee Dhalai
• David Petrovay
• Suzan Peltekian
• Nadia Sethi

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

68,909

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

4.7 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 67 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

91

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.