What happens when your appearance changes—but your purpose grows stronger?

In this powerful episode of The Unscripted Podcast, Amit Ghose sits down with Gillian Kgotla—a therapist, entrepreneur, digital creator, and motivational speaker—who’s been living with Parry Romberg Syndrome since the age of 12.

This rare condition caused facial atrophy on one side of her face, but it never stopped her from rising.

This isn’t just a story about a rare condition.
It’s a story of confidence, identity, and turning pain into power.

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💬 What You’ll Hear In This Episode:
• Living with a visible difference
• The emotional impact of Parry Romberg Syndrome
• Gillian’s journey from trauma to transformation
• Empowering others through entrepreneurship
• Reclaiming beauty, voice, and identity

Misdiagnosed, Grieving & Depressed at University

Carishma Patel opens up about her mental health journey — from depression and silent struggles at university to finding hope and healing through creative expression.

In this powerful episode of Unscripted, Amit Ghose sits down with Carishma as she shares how living with chronic pelvic pain, grief, and emotional trauma led to a period of self-isolation. Misdiagnosed with endometriosis and battling depression, she reveals how poetry became her outlet — and how speaking her truth helped her survive.

This is a story of vulnerability, recovery, and the strength it takes to be seen. Carishma also performs one of her original poems that reflects her path from pain to purpose.

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🎯 Sponsored by:
Tyler Grange – Proud supporters of purpose-driven storytelling
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🎥 Produced at:
Urban Flux Podcast Studios

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Instagram: @carishmaxo

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If you or someone you know is struggling with self-harm or mental health, please don’t suffer in silence. Support is available.
🆘 UK: Call Samaritans free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org
🌍 Global: Visit findahelpline.com for support in your country.

They offer confidential emotional support for anyone in distress, including those experiencing:
• Self-harm
• Suicidal thoughts
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Grief

🎯 Topics in this episode:
depression recovery, chronic pain journey, healing through poetry, mental health at university, misdiagnosis story, invisible illness, creative coping, grief and healing, finding your voice, women’s health, identity and resilience

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🎙️ From Cerebral Palsy to CEO | Dr. Amo Raju OBE on Music, Identity & Disability Leadership | Unscripted Podcast.

An Unmissable Story of Confidence, Culture & Breaking Barriers

What does it take to rise from being bullied as a disabled child to becoming a CEO, musician and OBE recipient?

In this powerful episode of Unscripted, Amit Ghose sits down with Dr. Amo Raju OBE, born with cerebral palsy, to unpack a story of resilience, identity and ambition that defies stereotypes.

From singing in a Punjabi band to raising over £30 million as CEO of Disability Direct, Amo's journey is one of raw grit, healing, masculinity and leadership.

🎧 Why you should watch:

A deep dive into South Asian masculinity and therapy

Real talk on confidence, culture, and visible difference

Motivation for anyone who’s ever felt ‘different’

💬 Chapters & Timestamps:
00:00 Overcoming Early Life Challenges
00:49 Intro to the Podcast & Guest
01:54 Dr. Amo Raju’s Background and Achievements
05:14 Childhood Struggles and Family Support
14:27 Facing Bullying and Finding Confidence
16:16 The Healing Power of Music
25:28 Struggles After the Music Career
26:55 Finding Purpose at Disability Direct
28:30 Becoming the CEO
29:36 Innovating Charity Funding
30:46 Leaving the Charity
33:30 Personal Battles and Therapy
35:50 Challenges of Masculinity and Therapy
39:21 Meeting My Wife
41:40 Reflections on Cultural Expectations
43:20 Future Plans and Motivations
47:04 Final Thoughts and Farewell

📚 Books Mentioned:
Walk Like A Man by Dr. Amo Raju – Buy on Amazon
Born Different by Amit Ghose – Buy on Amazon

💛 Sponsors & Credits:
Sponsored by: Tyler Grange – Purpose-driven storytelling
Special Thanks: Trudie Styler
In Collaboration With: Nerve Tumours UK | @nervetumoursuk

🎥 Produced at: Urban Flux Podcast Studios

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Instagram: @amorajuofficial
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Website: amit.co.uk

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