Unlayered

About Unlayered

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱. We spend so much of our energy chasing, without understanding the hidden layers: • Your childhood. • How your parents treated you. • The rules of your culture. • The relationships The mission of the 𝗨𝗡𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗗 Podcast is to help you see these layers, question them, and gently peel them back. You'll hear deep, raw conversations with Therapists, Healers, Entrepreneurs, Coaches and Curious Humans from all walks of life. Let's unlayer together!

Publisher

Pan Perera

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jul 2025

Latest episode

21 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Jul 2026

   The Founder Capacity Gap: Why You Still Pull Back When It Matters Most

   I was eleven the first time I learned how to keep loan sharks at my door calm. Thirty years later, that boy was still setting my prices. This episode is for the founder who has done the inner work. You can name your patterns. You can trace them back to where they started. And there's still an offer sitting at 80%, a message you wrote and never sent, and a price you believe in that somehow doesn't come out of your mouth. That distance, between what you know and what you actually do when it counts, is the capacity gap. More insight was never going to close it. In this episode, I share the story I don't usually tell, the twelve thousand dollars I spent when it made no sense, and the two things that changed everything about how my work reaches people: the capacity to act while the fear is still in the room, and the architecture that carries the work to someone once you do. Your rep starts here: grab the Conscious Rep Ladder worksheet, the structure I use to turn this from something you understand into something you've actually done. One rep, within forty-eight hours. 👉 [DOWNLOAD REP FILE HERE] https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tQGMQfmufNTKHLc2a-fV_81ATiiDTNFr/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102417614486620956088&rtpof=true&sd=true

2. 

   9 Apr 2026

   Layer#16: Stop Trying to Outwork Your Self-Doubt | Career Coach for Women of Color: Ritu Saxena

   In this episode, I sit down with Ritu Saxena, a Chartered Accountant, career coach and founder of Project Upgrade Her, to unlayer a truth that most high-achievers spend their lives running from. She spent 15 years building a "safe" life. She moved from Mumbai to New Zealand and eventually Australia, ticking every professional box and earning the titles that were supposed to make her feel secure. But behind the degrees and the senior roles, she was still "shrinking" in boardrooms, hoping no one would find out she felt like an imposter. Now she helps women of colour move from feeling stuck and under-recognised to clear on their direction, visible in their field and well-paid for their worth. 𝗪𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼: • The "Safe Path" Trap: Why we choose careers as armour rather than callings. • Navigating the physical and emotional shock of moving from a community-driven culture to an individualistic one. • How a single "sad face" from a manager during a performance review became the catalyst for Ritu to stop hiding and start advocating for herself. • Moving from a need for external validation to a state of radical self-trust. It’s a conversation about the moment you realise that your hard work won't save you, and that the only way forward is to finally acknowledge the person beneath the layers. 🔔 If this episode resonates, share it with someone who is currently "shrinking" in their career or trying to outwork their deepest self-doubts. 🔔 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! 🔔 Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera)https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0) Guest Ritu Saxena Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/projectupgradeher/ (https://www.instagram.com/projectupgradeher/) LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ritusaxena1 (http://www.linkedin.com/in/ritusaxena1) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

3. 

   13 Feb 2026

   Layer#15: Your Bank Balance is Not Your Worth: A Deep Dive into Financial Trauma & Identity | Shriyansh

   We are often taught that money is just a math problem, a series of spreadsheets and investments. We chase a 10/10 lifestyle, the "right" car, and the "right" neighbourhood to fit into the societal box of success. But for many, especially those who have experienced loss, money is actually a nervous system problem. In this episode, Shriyansh joins us to unlayer the radical shift from "status-seeking" to "intentional security." From growing up in a wealthy family in India to navigating the humbling reality of international student life in Melbourne, he shares how he rebuilt his life from the inside out. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱: • The Riches-to-Rags Pivot: Lessons from losing it all and the trauma of a shifting financial identity. • Why the "invisible" peace of mind is more valuable than a luxury car. • How tracking your money can become a spiritual practice for healing scarcity. • The Migrant Mindset: Navigating the unique pressure of succeeding in a new country like Australia. • Healing the Inner Child: Why our spending habits are often signals from our past versions seeking safety. 🔔 If this episode resonates, share it with someone who is struggling with financial burnout or the "hustle" culture. 🔔 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! 🔔 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 Shriyansh Maniar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shriyanssh/ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮 LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial

4. 

   29 Jan 2026

   Layer#14: Stop Trying to “Fix” Your Child: 3x Award-Winning Author Hwee Peng Tan on Neuro-Affirmative Parenting

   We are often taught that a "successful" child is a compliant one. We chase a 10/10 life, perfect grades, smooth transitions, and fitting into the societal box. But for many parents, this pursuit of "perfection" is actually a layer of high-pressure expectation that ignores the unique nervous system of the child right in front of them. In this episode, 3x Award-Winning Author and the Founder of Neuro-Affirmative Network- Hwee Peng Tan joins us to unlayer the radical shift from "fixing" to "connecting. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱: • Key insights from her Amazon Number 1 Bestselling book - How To Be A Neuro-affirmative Parent. • Her unique journey from a successful corporate career in Singapore to becoming a full-time advocate for her son. • The 4/10 Masterpiece: Why letting go of perfection in some areas creates the space for true excellence in neuro-divergent children. • Why success starts with the environment you create, not the child's behaviour. • Why emotional regulation is important for neuro-affirmative parenting Parenting isn't about moulding a child into who the world wants them to be. It’s about peeling back the layers of our own expectations so we can finally see who they already are. 🔔 If this episode resonates, share it with a colleague or a friend and support them in their neuro-affirmative parenting journey. 🔔 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! 🔔 —----------------------------------------------------------------- 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 00:00 – Intro: Meet Hwee Peng Tan, Author of "How to be a Neuro-affirmative Parent." 03:15 – The Singapore Mindset: Unlearning the 10/10 "Perfect Score" culture. 06:40 – Moving to Australia: A corporate planner’s journey to radical acceptance. 10:12 – The Manual vs. Auto Metaphor: Why neurodivergent brains drive differently. 14:35 – What is Neuro-Affirmative? Shifting from the "Medical Model" to connection. 18:20 – The First "Mother": Why hearing one word is the ultimate success. 22:15 – The 4/10 Masterpiece: Why we need to stop chasing "8/10" in everything. 27:50 – Firefighting in Parenting: How to choose your #1 priority every day. 32:10 – The Environment vs. The Child: Why changing the room changes the behaviour. 38:45 – Dealing with "Black Magicians": Protecting your child from societal gossip. 43:20 – Exposing the Wound: Why boundaries are essential for emotional safety. 48:47 – The Unlayered Question: Letting go of the expectations of others. #UnlayeredPodcast #Neurodiversity #AutismParenting #ADHDSupport #PositiveParenting #ParentingTruths #Unlearning #NeurodivergentKids #AuthenticParenting #RedefiningSuccess #SlowParenting #NeuroAffirmativeParenting #MindfulParenting #healing 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 Guest Hwee Peng Tan Get Hwee’s award-winning book “𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗼 𝗕𝗲 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼-𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁” (# 1 bestseller in Two Categories - " Parenting and Relationships" & "Child Care") Amazon: https://amzn.asia/d/1SL3EaH Website: https://www.neuro-affirmativenetwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hwee-peng-tan/ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮 LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial

5. 

   15 Jan 2026

   Layer#13: How To Make A Friend Again: The Secret to Building Friendships in A Disconnected World - Arjun Bhugra

   We are living in one of the most connected eras in human history, yet Australia is officially one of the loneliest countries in the world. 1 in 3 Australians report feeling lonely, and for the first time, it’s the younger generation (ages 15–24) who are suffering the most. Arjun, the founder of Social Threads, joins the podcast to unlayer why digital connection is quietly making us feel more alone. We explore the "Social Connection Equation": 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 + 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Arjun shares the wisdom he gained from interviewing 150 strangers on the streets about how they made their last friend. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱: • Why a 5-second compliment can be the start of a lifelong village • 𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗹: Practical ways to move from "digital safety" to "physical visibility." • 𝟭𝟱𝟬 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀: What Arjun learned about how adults actually make friends. • How language proficiency and seeking out "birds of a feather" can break the wall of isolation. 🔔 If this episode resonates, share it with a colleague or a friend and inspire them to make a friend in 2026. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Free, Practical Workshops to Meet People & Build Connection (https://www.meetup.com/social-threads/): https://www.meetup.com/social-threads/ (https://www.meetup.com/social-threads/) Social Threads on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/social-threads-australia/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/social-threads-australia/) Social Threads on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1632162121109045/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1632162121109045/) Guest Arjun Bhugra LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunbhugra/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunbhugra/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arjunbhugra/ (https://www.instagram.com/arjunbhugra/) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

6. 

   11 Dec 2025

   Layer#12: The Lie of Fluency: Why 'Perfect' English Is Crippling Your Voice | Embodied Coach Sukhi Bansal

   If you feel stuck, go blank, or ramble in high-stakes moments, the problem isn't always your vocabulary; it's your body's survival mechanism. We’ve been conditioned to believe communication is a purely linguistic skill, but what if the true barrier to flow is psychological safety and a dysregulated nervous system? This week, we go beneath the surface with Sukhi, an Embodied English Coach, who is challenging the entire industry by teaching communication that starts with the heart, not the head. We unlayer the uncomfortable truths and practical insights that will change how you view your own communication struggles: • Why the concept of "fluency" is a vague, repeated goal that often serves as a form of self-sabotage, rooted in cultural bias • Understanding why your ability to speak with flow is directly tied to your feeling of safety in the environment • What physically happens in your body when you "go blank"? • 𝗔𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀: The systemic challenge—why the burden of communication is often unfairly placed on the migrant, and the role of the native speaker in creating psychologically safe spaces. 🔔 Don't forget to FOLLOW! 🔔 Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Sukhi Bansal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukhi-bansal/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukhi-bansal/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/englishandsukhi/ (https://www.instagram.com/englishandsukhi/) linktr.ee/EnglishAndSukhi (https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2FEnglishAndSukhi%3Futm_source%3Dig%26utm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_content%3Dlink_in_bio%26fbclid%3DPAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnl_HfChZtTpwvFV6DvO6-_oU6CoCxYGS0vTPkW1lP--H21OP3gIB9ZGvgDeQ_aem_ZG2-3oysZMF6NrBZelXjtw&e=AT2Ffy2VTsg74XSuEsReaHcPrppR8GKHfBCkezRGl7yAoKqiBbAF0FhK-Oy8awqZW56M1_2q7ieadRh8SoKUjFcW3J06dYgJa5dVLAirf_SXTqASAOBsA-CTgQ) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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   2 Dec 2025

   Layer#11: Why You Struggle to Read | The Lessons of Reading 126 Books & "Motivation Trap"

   In this episode of Unlayered, Pan sits down with Mohit, an inspiring human who transformed his life by building an unshakable reading habit. From working as a cleaner during the pandemic to reading over 126 books and interviewing hundreds of successful people, Mohit has decoded the psychology behind why we quit. Topics explored: The "Motivation Trap": Why motivation is like spontaneous combustion, but discipline is "setting yourself on fire". How reading Man's Search for Meaning revealed the danger of tying self-worth to degrees and job titles. Why willpower fails and how to design a space that makes focus inevitable (and why you must hide your phone). The "Post-It" Hack: A simple technique to offload "brain clutter" and stop getting distracted while reading. Fiction vs. Non-Fiction: Mohit admits why he used to think fiction was "for losers" and why he was wrong. Dreams over Degrees: The powerful lesson on why credentials don't guarantee a future, but dreams do. 🔔 If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share it with someone navigating their own unlayering. Episode Resources Guest Mohit Rau Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/raumohit_10/ (https://www.instagram.com/raumohit_10/) LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohitrau/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohitrau/) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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   26 Nov 2025

   Layer#11: Why You Struggle to Read | The Lessons of Reading 126 Books & "Motivation Trap" - Mohit Rau

   In this episode of Unlayered, Pan sits down with Mohit, an inspiring human who transformed his life by building an unshakable reading habit. From working as a cleaner during the pandemic to reading over 126 books and interviewing hundreds of successful people, Mohit has decoded the psychology behind why we quit. Topics explored: The "Motivation Trap": Why motivation is like spontaneous combustion, but discipline is "setting yourself on fire". How reading Man's Search for Meaning revealed the danger of tying self-worth to degrees and job titles. Why willpower fails and how to design a space that makes focus inevitable (and why you must hide your phone). The "Post-It" Hack: A simple technique to offload "brain clutter" and stop getting distracted while reading. Fiction vs. Non-Fiction: Mohit admits why he used to think fiction was "for losers" and why he was wrong. Dreams over Degrees: The powerful lesson on why credentials don't guarantee a future, but dreams do. 🔔 If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share it with someone navigating their own unlayering. Episode Resources Guest Mohit Rau Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/raumohit_10/ (https://www.instagram.com/raumohit_10/) LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohitrau/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohitrau/) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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   12 Nov 2025

   Layer#10: Behavioural Scientist Penny Locaso: The Biology of Fear & What’s Actually Holding You Back

   What if the very thing holding you back is actually your most powerful guide to personal growth and fulfilment? In this powerful episode of Unlayered, Pan Perera sits down with Penny Locaso, a renowned behavioural scientist, Leadership Coach, and TEDx speaker, to challenge everything you thought you knew about fear. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: • Reframing fear from an enemy to a powerful inner compass for growth. • 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 & 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝗿: Understanding the innate warning system vs. conditioned responses. • Decoding fight, flight, freeze, and the often-overlooked 'fawning' (people-pleasing) threat response. • "𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 '𝘁' 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗺𝗮𝘀": How seemingly minor childhood experiences create physiological imprints that shape our adult fears and beliefs. • 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆: Practical, small steps to build vulnerability and overcome resistance. • 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝘆: Why prioritising constant productivity fuels burnout and disconnects us from self-compassion. • This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the invisible forces shaping their lives, embrace vulnerability, and courageously unlayer what's truly holding them back. 🔔 Don't forget to follow the show! 🔔 —----------------------------------------------------------------- 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 Guest Penny Locaso Behavioural Scientist | Leadership Coach | Creator of the Intentional Adaptability® framework 🔗 Explore More from Penny Locaso: 🌐 Website: https://hackinghappy.co 💼 LinkedIn: / pennylocaso Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackinghappyco/ Lead without losing yourself (Mini-guide) - https://hackinghappy.kartra.com/page/MvJ432 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮 LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial

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    29 Oct 2025

    Layer#9: Aspiring Psychologists’ Take on Gen Z Migrants, Digital Addiction & Loneliness

    So many chase the dream of going abroad. Few talk about what happens after. In this heartfelt conversation, Pan sits down with Srishti, a Gen Z migrant and aspiring psychologist, to explore the hidden emotional cost of migration, where ambition collides with identity, belonging, and digital disconnection. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: The Myth of Making It Abroad — how social media shapes unrealistic expectations of migrant life The psychology behind comparison, digital addiction, and the anxious Gen Z mind “Liminal identity” — the in-between space of two cultures, and finding peace with both Small steps to rebuild connection and confidence in a new country. Reframing “What if…” fears into “So what?” empowerment How awareness, reflection, and self-compassion can bridge the migrant’s inner gap. 🔔 If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share it with someone who needs to hear this necessary conversation. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Srishti Bahl LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/srishtibahl (http://linkedin.com/in/srishtibahl) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/srishti__bahl?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== (https://www.instagram.com/srishti__bahl?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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    15 Oct 2025

    Layer#8: A Migrant's Answer to Fear, Belonging & The Immigration Debate - Divesh Sareen

    In a time of divisive headlines and anti-immigrant rallies, this question cuts to the very heart of a national conversation. In this timely conversation, Pan sits down with Divesh Sareen, author, tech entrepreneur, TEDx speaker and a powerful voice for the migrant community. Drawing on the ancestral echoes of the 1947 Partition and his own journey from Punjab to Australia with just $1000 in his pocket, Divesh unlayers the psychology behind the "us vs. them" mentality. It's a deep dive into the nature of fear, the fierce determination of the migrant spirit, and a powerful reframe of what it means to be "Australian by choice." 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: Unlayering the human fear behind the current immigration debate. The ancestral roots of resilience, passed down from survivors of the 1947 Partition. "Going to war with yourself": The immense internal battle of the migrant journey. Moving from feeling like you belong to "neither" country to forging a new, powerful identity. Shifting the narrative of the migrant experience, from being a "burden" to a "builder." Divesh's mission is to create platforms where migrants can own their stories and shape the future. 🔔 If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share it with someone who needs to hear this necessary conversation. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 00:00 - Intro: The Unspoken Question - "Who is a Real Australian?" 02:26 - The Ancestral Echo: How the 1947 Partition Shaped a Worldview 08:41 - The "Chosen One": The Migrant's Burden and Purpose 14:18 - The Price of a Dream: Loneliness, Sacrifice & Early Days in Australia 22:04 - "Going to War with Yourself": The Mindset of a Migrant 24:29 - A Personal Crossroads: Challenging the Rules of Arranged Marriage 33:05 - THE DEEP DIVE: Unlayering the Human Fear Behind the Immigration Debate 44:22 - The Empowering Reframe: From Burden to Builder 48:03 - "After the WHY": The Next Layer of a Purpose-Driven Life 57:37 - Unlayering the Layers: Worthiness, Permission & Owning Your Story 01:04:56 - Who is a True Leader? (It's Not the Title) 01:08:37 - The Layer Divesh Has Unlearned About Giving Back Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera)https://youtu.be/RJGSQ2TAgxE (https://youtu.be/RJGSQ2TAgxE) Guest Divesh Sareen Website: https://diveshsareen.me/ LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/diveshsareen (https://au.linkedin.com/in/diveshsareen) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diveshsareen/ (https://www.instagram.com/diveshsareen/) Upcoming Events: https://theleaderspeaks.com.au/shop/ (https://theleaderspeaks.com.au/shop/) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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    2 Oct 2025

    Layer#7: “If I Fail 360 Days Out of 365?” Mindset Behind 78k+ LinkedIn Brand - Varun Negandhi

    How does a top career coach with over 78,000 followers on LinkedIn be open to failing 360 days a year? In this deep and revealing conversation, Pan unlayers the man behind the brand, Varun Negandhi. He shares his journey from the streets of Mumbai, where he learned about "invisible scripts" around money and the relentless drive of a city that never sleeps, to becoming one of the most respected voices in the career development space. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: The spiritual practice of focusing on action, not the outcome (and how it keeps him grounded). The "invisible scripts" about money, wealth, and success he had to unlearn from his Mumbai upbringing. Internal Locus of Control: The mindset of "making things happen" vs. "things happen to me." The "Skydiving Mentality": How he made the brave leap to move to the US during a recession. Why he invested over $40,000 in his own education (and the ROI you can't measure). The two things missing from most job interview answers: specifics and structure. A vulnerable look at the daily uncertainty of entrepreneurship and how he pushes through. 🔔 If this was helpful, hit the like button, subscribe and share it with an entrepreneur or friend who needs to hear this. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Varun Negandhi Website: https://www.beyondgrad.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vnegandhi/ Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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    17 Sept 2025

    Layer#6: The Hidden Cost of 129,000 Followers: Amanda Boyce on Identity & Finding Her Voice

    Behind every viral post is a story you rarely hear. In this episode of Unlayered, Pan sits down with Amanda Boyce, Australia’s #1 Aussie English Coach, with over 129,000 followers, to discuss the unseen struggles behind social media success. She opens up about the emotional toll of hateful DMs, the immense pressure of being a public figure, and the burnout that comes from building a dream from the ground up. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: Moving to India with no plan, no Hindi, and starting life from scratch Losing her sense of voice in her own home while adapting to a new culture. How living the migrant experience firsthand made her a more empathetic and effective teacher. Why "connection over correction" is the key to confident communication. The myth of "perfect English" and why you don't need to erase your accent to belong. Practical advice for anyone feeling scared to speak up or share their work with the world. 🔔 If this was helpful, hit the like button and subscribe for more unlayered conversations that will help you be more healed. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Amanda Boyce Website: https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aussie.english.with.amanda/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aussieenglishwithamanda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aussie.english.with.amanda YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aussie.english.with.amanda LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-rajpoot-boyce/ Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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    4 Sept 2025

    Layer#5: A Therapist’s Guide to Somatic Healing, Nervous System Regulation & Finding Purpose

    What if the root of your anxiety isn’t in your mind, but in your body? In this profound and practical episode, Pan sits down with Jon Otorongo, a former therapist with over 3500 hours of experience in psychedelic-assisted therapy. Before that, he had overcome years of addiction through indigenous plant medicine healing. He is the founder of OTORHONGO, a brand that weaves psychology, somatic healing, and music. Today, he helps early-stage entrepreneurs break free from fear and self-doubt so they can heal their inner wounds and confidently bring their visions to life. Jon unlayers the revolutionary idea that the root of our anxiety lies not in our thoughts, but in a dysregulated nervous system. This is a masterclass in "bottom-up" healing. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: Jon's personal journey from addiction and self-hatred to becoming a therapist and musician. Why anxiety is a bodily experience, not just a mental one (and the science behind it). The direct link between childhood stress, neglect, and adult anxiety (and even ADHD). Accessible tools for healing that cost no money: The power of nature, music, and authentic self-expression. How unhealed trauma shows up as imposter syndrome and procrastination for entrepreneurs. A simple, guided somatic technique to instantly calm your nervous system. If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear they are not alone. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Jon Otorongo Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jon_otorhongo/ (https://www.instagram.com/jon_otorhongo/) LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/otorhongo/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/otorhongo/) Free Guided Somatic Exercise | https://otorhongo.kit.com/bc1c21c6c3 (https://otorhongo.kit.com/bc1c21c6c3) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial (https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial)

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    19 Aug 2025

    Layer#4: Healing is a Choice: Vishva’s Story Of Surviving Childhood Trauma, Depression & Finding Self-Worth

    In one of the most vulnerable conversations on Unlayered yet, Pan sits down with writer and podcaster Vishva to explore the invisible walls of a childhood built from trauma, fear, and the weight of unspoken truths. Vishva shares his raw, unflinching story of navigating deep depression and the lasting impact of a physically abusive environment, all while wearing a smile for the outside world. This is a deep dive into the process of escaping the past, not by running from it, but by turning inward to face, understand, and finally heal the child left behind. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: - The "life of the party" mask and the hidden reality of smiling depression. - How a single dropped cup could trigger a deep, conditioned fear of being hit. - The tools that helped: Using writing as a form of "prison escape" and a lifelong healing practice. - Building a support system: The journey of finding people who truly understand. - The critical distinction between psychological fear (thought) and physical fear (instinct). - Navigating the stigma of mental health within a traditional culture. - A powerful, heartfelt letter to his younger self on finding peace. If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear they are not alone. --------------------------------------------------------- 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 00:00 - Intro: A Story That Needs to Be Heard 01:22 - Beyond Labels: Who is Vishva? 03:18 - Writing as a "Prison Escape" 06:47 - Unmasking "The Life of the Party": The Hidden Battle with Depression 09:42 - How Migration Shapes the Healing Journey 15:11 - The Roots of Fear: "Dropping a Cup Meant Getting Hit" 20:42 - The Support Systems That Helped and The Ones That Didn't 26:39 - What is True Awareness? 30:04 - The Inner Child: Building Space Around a Wounded Past 38:06 - Dissecting Fear: Psychological vs. Physical 49:53 - The Power of Surrender (and Why It's Not Giving Up) 57:41 - On Shame and Sharing Your Art with the World 59:56 - A Message to Parents: Nurturing a Child's True Nature 01:06:19 - The Role of Self-Compassion in Healing 01:11:42 - A Letter to My Younger Self 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 Vishva Prasad Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/wroteabookonce Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@wroteabookonce LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishvapl? Vishva’s Book: Undercurrents | https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1791789005?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_au 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮 LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial

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    5 Aug 2025

    Layer#3: "Flat Out Like a Lizard Drinking"? | What I Got Wrong About Australia - Jen Entwistle

    In this third episode of Unlayered, Pan sits down with Jen, an English language teacher from the UK who is navigating life and work in Australia. This is a refreshingly honest and practical chat about the often-overlooked challenges of moving to a new country, even when you speak the language. Jen shares hilarious and insightful stories about decoding Aussie culture, from workplace communication to the baffling world of slang. They explore how vulnerability, humour, and understanding the subtle rules of conversation are essential tools for not just finding a job, but finding your sense of belonging. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱: • The surprising communication differences between British and Australian workplaces. • How to use small talk to calm your nerves (especially on unexpected calls with recruiters). • 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴: From 'doonas' and 'hospo' to being "flat out like a lizard drinking." • Power dynamics in conversation and the art of "saving face" when you don't know the answer. • Why being your authentic self (and even mentioning you bake cake) is a superpower in interviews. • Turning the feeling of being "in-between cultures" into your greatest strength. If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share it with someone navigating their own unlayering. 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 Jen Entwistle | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-entwistle-297335116/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/learn_english_with_jen/ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗮 LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/ ⁠Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/panpereraofficial

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    22 Jul 2025

    Layer#2: Degrees Are Not Safety Nets Anymore - Rahul Bharadwaj

    In this second episode of Unlayered, Pan sits down with Rahul Bharadwaj,  a business analyst, sports coach, and founder of Soulful Learning. They reflect on the emotional undercurrents many of us carry into adulthood: From growing up in a traditional household in India to questioning the education system, Rahul shares how he’s been slowly unlearning who he was told to be and instead building something meaningful for the next generation. Topics explored: Rahul’s difficult childhood shaped many of his reactions, beliefs, and decisions as an adult. The deep craving for parental validation. Why traditional education system may be broken. The invisible skills children learn through sport. Why “having a job” is no longer a safety net. Personal growth through healing and reflection. If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share it with someone navigating their own unlayering. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Rahul Bharadwaj | ⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharan-bhinder/)https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-bharadwaj-20/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-bharadwaj-20/) Free Workshop: Modern Parenting Series - 12 Soulful Conversations (August 2025 to July 2026) https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-modern-parenting-series-12-soulful-conversations-tickets-1491786717229 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/soulful_learning.au (https://www.instagram.com/soulful_learning.au) Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/soulful.learning.au TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@soulful.learning LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulful-learning/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/soulful-learning/) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/) TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera (https://www.tiktok.com/@pan.perera)

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    8 Jul 2025

    Layer#1: You Can’t Heal What You Hide - Sharan Bhinder on Embracing Shadows and Becoming Who You Truly Are

    What if the very things you hide are what holds the key to your healing? In the first episode of Unlayered, Pan sits down with Sharan Bhinder, a senior leader at LinkedIn and someone who has had a profound influence on his own growth. They discuss the hidden layers we carry: childhood stories, unspoken expectations, and the thoughts we accept without question. Topics explored: - What it means to embrace your shadows - The lasting impact of being bullied or labelled in childhood - Migrant identity and the search for belonging - Mindfulness practices that actually work - Self-awareness as the foundation of leadership - How gratitude changes your inner world - The quiet power of noticing your thoughts It’s not a conversation about fixing. It’s about noticing. Noticing who you are beneath the noise. If this resonates, follow the show, leave a review, or share with someone silently going through it. Episode Resources Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@pan.perera) Guest Sharan Bhinder | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharan-bhinder/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharan-bhinder/) Connect with Pan Perera LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/panperera/) Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/ (https://www.instagram.com/pan.perera/)

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