Life doesn't always go according to plan.

Chef, author, television personality, and Armenian cultural ambassador Ara Zada joins Paisan Kapitan to share his incredible journey—from skateboarding and snowboarding to national television, surviving kidney cancer, and building one of the most recognizable food brands in the Armenian community.

Then, Taline Baljian opens up about her family's immigration journey, becoming the first college graduate in her family, raising twin daughters, losing a multi-store family business after COVID, and finding the courage to start over in an entirely new career when life took an unexpected turn.

From faith and family to perseverance and reinvention, this is a powerful conversation about what happens when life doesn't follow the script.

🔥 In this episode: • Ara Zada on cancer, fatherhood, food, and fame • The real story behind his social media success • Taline Baljian's inspiring immigrant and family journey • Losing everything and starting over • Faith, resilience, and finding purpose through adversity • The moments that changed their lives forever

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What happens when two successful entertainers reach a point where fame, success, and recognition are no longer enough?

On this episode of Between the Notes, Paisan Kapitan sits down with two fascinating guests whose journeys couldn't be more different—yet somehow arrive at the same destination.

First, Armenian artist Eric Shane opens up about leaving Los Angeles for Las Vegas, finding peace after years of inner turmoil, strengthening his faith, overcoming grief, and discovering a healthier perspective on life, music, and relationships. It's a candid conversation about growth, healing, and learning to let go.

Then, joining us from England via "JAMS CAM', world-renowned entertainer Kev Orkian shares stories from an extraordinary career that has taken him from concert halls and West End stages to royal performances and international acclaim. Along the way, Kev discusses comedy, philanthropy, Armenia, mental health, and one behind-the-scenes allegation he volunteered about Britain's Got Talent that you'll have to hear for yourself.

This episode isn't about celebrity. It's about perspective.

One guest found peace.

One guest found purpose.

Both discovered that success means very little if you don't know who you are when the spotlight fades.

In this episode:

• Eric Shane on faith, healing, music, and life in Las Vegas

• The personal loss that changed everything

• Why peace became more important than fame

• Kev Orkian on comedy, music, and performing around the world

• The surprising story behind his Britain's Got Talent experience

• Mental health, resilience, and life beyond the stage

• Philanthropy work in Armenia and building a lasting legacy Subscribe for more conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, creators, and worldchangers!

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SPECIAL EDITION OF BETWEEN THE NOTES

This week, Paisan Kapitan sits down with filmmaker Adeh Baghdasarian and special guest Z via "JAMS CAM" to discuss their upcoming film HEEVAND (Imperfect), premiering June 16.

More than just a movie, HEEVAND explores the reality that life isn't always perfect—and neither are the people living it. Inspired by a deeply personal story, the film tackles themes of mental health, support systems, compassion, and the importance of standing beside those who may be struggling when life takes an unexpected turn.

During this special edition conversation, Adeh shares his journey from a young storyteller inspired by The Godfather to becoming a writer, director, editor, and filmmaker determined to tell meaningful stories. Z opens up about the real-life inspiration behind the film and why its message is especially important for the Armenian community and beyond.

We also discuss:

• The meaning behind the title HEEVAND (Imperfect)
• The emotional challenges of bringing the film to life
• The responsibility of telling stories that matter
• Supporting people through difficult seasons of life
• What Adeh and Z hope audiences take with them after the credits roll

HEEVAND premieres June 16 and will later be available on YouTube.

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