In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil, an Indian prince, who opens up about his extraordinary journey over the past decade, from inspiring a passion for worm composting to becoming a powerful advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. The prince shares intimate details about his arranged marriage, his coming out journey, and the many hurdles he faced, including death threats and disownment by his parents. Discover how yoga provided him stability and the path to self-acceptance, eventually leading him to publicly declare his sexuality and change societal perceptions. Now on a tour in the U.S., he reflects on his advocacy, recent book launch, and continued efforts in farming and beyond. Prepare for a conversation filled with wisdom, resilience, and hope.

00:00 Intro
01:07 Meeting After a Decade
01:33 Royal Expectations and Arranged Marriage
01:59 The Wedding Night Dilemma
03:25 Struggles of a Royal Marriage
04:55 Realization and Divorce
11:21 Journey to Self-Discovery
20:05 Embracing Yoga for Stability
27:56 A Story of Perseverance and Hope
28:25 Advice for Those at Rock Bottom
29:42 Coming Out and Founding The Luxury Trust
30:20 Facing Family and Societal Pressure
33:13 Publicly Coming Out and Its Aftermath
34:51 Advocacy and Media Influence
36:54 Legal Battles and Victories
38:02 Personal Reflections and Yoga's Impact
43:59 Touring America and Spreading Positivity
51:27 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom

We sit down with Priya, founder of the decentralized tech community Fractal. Priya shares her journey from isolation and career uncertainty to building an interconnected network that feels like living on a college campus. Discover how Fractal has grown from hosting dinners in New York to expanding internationally, providing spaces for activities, classes, and co-living. Priya also discusses her upbringing in Palo Alto, the impact of having a social hub at home, and the pivotal moments that shaped her life, including her transition to software engineering. Learn actionable insights on building your community from zero, finding fulfilling work, and creating supportive networks. Whether you're feeling isolated or looking to enhance your social capital, this episode offers invaluable advice on creating a life rich in connections and happiness.

00:00 Introduction to Priya and Fractal
01:54 The Growth of Fractal Communities
05:16 Personal Reflections and Early Influences
08:00 Challenges and Growth in Early Adulthood
11:51 Discovering Software Engineering
13:54 Building Community and Finding Purpose
19:00 Starting a Subculture: Fractal U
19:44 Fractal's Campus Accelerator Program
19:58 Coding Bootcamp and Career Transformation
20:27 How to Start Hosting
21:54 Overcoming Perfectionism in Hosting
23:01 The Importance of Friendship Hours
24:39 Navigating Rock Bottoms and Seeking Help
26:33 The Value of Social Capital
30:16 The Concept of Senius and Historical Examples
34:14 Personal Reflections and Chris' Rock Bottom
35:05 A Note on Parenting