Living with Purpose

Living with Purpose is a podcast dedicated to exploring the journey of finding meaning and fulfillment in life. Hosted by Dr. Akhtar Badshah, a visionary leader and author, the podcast features insightful conversations with thought leaders, changemakers, and everyday heroes. Each episode delves into the stories, experiences, and philosophies that inspire individuals to live with intention and purpose. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, community impact, or just a deeper understanding of what it means to lead a purposeful life, “Living with Purpose” offers valuable perspectives and actionable advice to guide you on your own path.

  • #Episode 55 - Shampa Bagchi - Founder - ConvergeHub
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on June 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm

    Shampa Bagchi is a visionary tech entrepreneur and the founder of ConvergeHub, a platform that’s empowering small businesses to compete on a global scale. Shampa’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. From building cutting-edge technology to championing inclusive leadership, she’s driven by a mission to make powerful tools accessible to those who need them most.

  • #Episode 54 - Julia Qian - Health in Tech
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on June 16, 2025 at 8:00 am

    Julia Qian is a passionate leader at the intersection of health and technology. With a background that bridges innovation and well-being, Julia is on a mission to make health more human, accessible, and empowering for everyone.

  • #Episode 53 - Vivek Bhaskaran - Founder QuestionPro
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on June 10, 2025 at 9:00 am

    Vivek is the founder and CEO of QuestionPro, a global leader in online survey and research technology, empowering decision-makers with real-time insights across 100 countries.A true innovator at heart, Vivek’s journey is one of grit, growth, and giving back — from bootstrapping QuestionPro into a global platform, to championing transparency, curiosity, and fearless experimentation in business and life. His work has not only reshaped how companies gather feedback, but how leaders make more human-centered decisions.

  • #Episode 52 - Sharmila Rathinam - Founder Eat Happy
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on June 6, 2025 at 3:00 pm

    Sharmila Rathinam is the Founder of Eat Happy.After years in the corporate world, Sharmila chose to follow a deeper calling, to help people rebuild their relationship with food through mindfulness, joy, and balance. Eat Happy isn’t just a brand. It’s a movement, grounded in purpose and built on the belief that happiness can begin on the plate.Her journey is one of courage, transformation, and real heart.

  • #Episode 51 - Rabbi Elie Abadie M.D.
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on June 3, 2025 at 9:00 am

    Rabbi Elie Abadie M.D. is a physician, faith leader, and passionate advocate for interfaith dialogue and cultural understanding. Born in Lebanon and shaped by a life of exile and resilience, Rabbi Abadie now serves as the Senior Rabbi of the Jewish Council of the Emirates. His journey bridges medicine and ministry, heritage and healing — a story of living with purpose across borders, beliefs, and generations.

  • #Episode 50 - Sital Kalantry - Seattle University
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on May 21, 2025 at 8:00 am

    On the 50th episode of Living with Purpose, we’re joined by Sital Kalantry, Professor of Law and Associate Dean at Seattle University. A leading voice in international human rights and gender justice, Sital has spent her career advocating for the vulnerable and rethinking how law can serve as a tool for equity and global impact.

  • #Episode 49 - Dr Mart McClellan - Macro Wealth
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on May 18, 2025 at 5:00 am

    Dr. Mart McClellan is a practicing orthodontist and financial advisor with a truly unique perspective.Inspired by mission trips to Kenya, Guatemala, and Peru, Mart discovered a calling in both healthcare and holistic wealth planning.He co-founded Macro Wealth Management to help professionals make smarter, purpose-driven financial decisions.Mart has lectured globally and continues to blend service, strategy, and family into a life lived with meaning.

  • #Episode 48 - Jon DeVaan - Board Chair
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on May 14, 2025 at 10:00 am

    Jon DeVaan is a trailblazer in both the tech world and the movement for political reform. As the former Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, Jon helped shape some of the company’s most influential engineering teams. Now, he serves as Board Chair at RepresentUs, working to unrig the broken political system in the United States.In this conversation, Jon shares his journey from tech executive to purpose-driven changemaker, and how he's channeling decades of leadership experience into building a more transparent and accountable democracy.

  • #Episode 47 - Jeff Henshaw - Founder
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on May 12, 2025 at 4:00 pm

    Jeff Henshaw is a visionary technologist, founder of Upshift Intelligence, and a pioneer at the intersection of emerging tech and human-centered innovation. From his work in quantum computing, AI, and interactive digital entertainment, to his role as a minority owner of the Seattle Seawolves rugby team, Jeff’s career is a testament to curiosity, leadership, and purposeful impact across industries.

  • #Episode 46 - Andy Wang - Runnymede Capital
    by Dr. Akhtar Badshah on May 7, 2025 at 4:00 pm

    Andy Wang is a seasoned financial advisor, podcast host, and Managing Partner at Runnymede Capital Management. Known for blending mindful living with smart investing, Andy brings a unique perspective to wealth management, helping individuals and families grow their legacy with intention.