The UNSETTLING Podcast: Recent Episodes

Amrita Sukumar

UNSETTLING is a podcast that brings forth the stories of people who are following their passion and creating a niche for themselves in society. It brings to light the ongoing struggles of people in finding their passion and following it despite the friction that they receive from society if they refuse to follow the timeline and guidelines that they have set for you on how you should function.

Nature alone is antique, and the oldest art a mushroom

Episode 7 is a conversation with Prithvi Kini who is the co-founder of Nuvedo. In this episode, we talk about mushrooms, how to grow them, and their medicinal properties. She tells us about the different varieties of mushrooms, the lab process that is needed for growing the spawns, and the entire process of growing mushrooms. We also talk about how it is essential for people to become self-sufficient and grow mushrooms at home as it is an important skill to possess since the pandemic. Prithvi gives us insights into the workings of her startup Nuvedo.

Prithvi is the Co-Founder of Nuvedo, a mushroom lovers' haven. She is a philosophy graduate who changed careers and decided to enroll in a permaculture course after discovering the therapeutic and healing benefits of mushrooms, as well as wanting to start a startup that was more aligned with her values. She facilitated the founding of two startups in the cybersecurity and bioengineering sectors before shifting her focus to her passion for mushrooms.

You can connect with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nuvedo/

Website: https://nuvedo.com/blog/

“Inside each of us is a natural-born storyteller, waiting to be released.”

Episode 6 is a conversation with Nikita Agarwal about her journey of becoming a solopreneur from an engineer. In this episode, we talk about turning passion into a profession, the challenges one faces in doing so, the process of learning doodling and drawing caricatures, human anatomy, and the power of observing our surroundings. We tap into her experiences and draw out beautiful stories that inspire everyone.

Nikita Agarwal started a page called Cuppadoodle as a side hustle with her day job which later turned into a full-grown business. She is a self-taught illustrator, cartoonist, animator, and a story cooker as she calls herself. She completed her Design Masters from NIFT Delhi, worked for 2 years as a graphic designer, and finally took a leap of faith to become a solopreneur from home.

You can connect with her on:

Instagram: instagram.com/cuppadoodle/

Talking points:

Transitioning from engineering to digital animation.
Passion and profession. How to manage monetization?
Story behind the name, “Cuppadoodle”
Concepts for your videos
Time and effort taken to create one post.
Art of storytelling and the journey of building and drawing cartoon characters
About her offerings- wedding invites, customized illustrations, calendars.
Turning failure into a chance to self-reflect.
Message for the younger generation.

You have to dream before your dreams come true.

Episode 5 is a conversation with Armaan Khera about his journey as an actor in the industry. We spoke about how difficult it is to get your foot in the door, how to make maximum use of the opportunities at hand and how consistency is the only way to success in this field. We also discuss in detail, about how he gets into the skin of a particular character.

Armaan Khera left behind his insurance sales consultant job to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. He learned his acting skills from California’s Edgemar Centre for the Arts. After this, he got an opportunity to work with Ashutosh Gowariker in his debut series Everest. He was then cast in films like Red Thread, the Bandit Hound, and Taish and we have all seen him recently in the Netflix series Masaba Masaba.

You can connect with him on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armaankhera/?hl=en

Amrita Sukumar is an architect and a podcast host. She started this podcasting journey 2.5 years ago in an attempt to understand what motivates people to follow their passion despite the friction that they face on a daily basis. The UNSETTLING Podcast has covered the stories of more than 70 individuals who explored career avenues beyond the regular realm of options and achieved success.

You can connect with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amritasukumar_unsettling/

Email: podcast.unsettling.as@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amritasukumar.unsettling

One for the kitchen and one for the soul

Episode 2 is a conversation with Yash Jhaveri who is a Marketing Director and a Business Development Head of his family business WeCare Meditex Pvt Ltd. We talk about the ups and downs of running a family business and how to manage the pressure of making sales calls successfully. He also talks about the research that goes behind bringing a product to the market. When he is not neck-deep in running the business, he follows his passion of pursuing photography. While he enjoys dipping his hands in all genres of photography, his main aim is to tell a story with the help of his craft. He also gives tips on how you can grow your Instagram page if you are just a beginner.

Yash Jhaveri has done his majors in Marketing and Entrepreneurship and is working as a Marketing Director and a Business Development Head in his family business that is into Healthcare and Hygiene, called “WeCare Meditex Pvt Ltd. And he is also a Freelance Photographer, Marketeer, and content writer, and he also DJs and Curates Playlists of all sorts of genres on Apple Music and Spotify. Y

ou can connect with him on:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/yashj?igshid=stxe9jf9jb7s

https://instagram.com/yjclicks?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yash.jhaveri.33

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhaveriyash300?s=21

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/yash-jhaveri-b46399203

Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/yash1995

Pinterest: Yashj20

Wordpress: https://jhaveriyash300.wordpress.com/

Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world.

Episode 1 is a conversation with Arjun Jani, the founder of- The Entrepreneurs of India. It is a startup that covers the stories of entrepreneurs from all walks of life. In this episode, we talk about:

How to set up a storytelling startup?
Structures necessary to run the company on automate
Frequently asked questions in an interview
Learnings from his failures
Learnings from his journey
Importance of trial and error

Arjun Jani is an entrepreneur and founder of - The Entrepreneurs of India. He is someone who left the corporate world the to tell stories of entrepreneurs and in the process became an entrepreneur of stories himself. Over the past three years since the launch of his venture, he has grown as a brand and as a person.

You can get featured on:

Website: https://www.theentrepreneursofindia.in/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theentrepreneursofindia/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theentrepreneursofindia

Daily hunt: https://m.dailyhunt.in/profile/EntrepreneursofIndia

Finding the right match on Anuroop Wiwaha Sanstha

Marriages are made in heaven but they last only when you put in the necessary effort whilst you are on Earth

Episode 20 is a conversation with Tanmay Kanitkar about Anuroop Wiwaha which was first established in 1975 by his grandmother Mrs. Anjali Kanitkar. In the episode, we talk about how the concept of marriage has changed over the years and what they have been doing to keep up with this change. We also address the issues of creating a tailor-made bio for an individual, the conversations that are necessary before stepping into the process of finding a perfect match, and the need for counseling in all these processes. I hope the listeners will get an insight as to how to create a profile and how to navigate through the online world of matrimony.

Tanmay Kanitkar, took over the mantle of Anuroop Wiwaha a few years back and added his own flavor to the traditional way of finding a match. Since he is a millennial himself, he knew what problems the youth faced in today's world and incorporated various programs into Anuroop with the help of his team to ease the process of looking for a potential partner. They help individuals via counseling, guide them through the process of communicating to their parents or their partners and also teach them the value of self-love!

"A work of art doesn’t exist outside the perception of the audience."

Episode 19 is a conversation with Jay Thakur who is Visual Development Artist working with Sony Pictures Animation on Spiderman- Across the Spiderverse. In this episode, we talk about what a Visual Development Artist does, how he comes up with concepts for his designs and the role of observation in being a good designer. He has also spoken about his journey of transitioning from an industrial designer to a visual development artist and the parallels that he has drawn from both fields.

Jay Thakur is a Visual Development Artist who is currently working with Sony Pictures Animation on the upcoming movie, Spiderman- Across the Spiderverse. He worked as a product designer in Denmark and freelance work in India before he moved to LA to work as a VDA. He believes that change is inevitable and constantly stepping out of your comfort zone makes you used to it. This eliminates fear and makes you excited about the unknown.

Talking Points:

Role of a visual development artist
Coming up with concepts for storyboards
Finding a balance between external factors and one's own intuition as a designer
Transitioning from an industrial designer to a visual development artist. His journey.
Experience of working on Spiderman- Across the Spiderverse with Sony Pictures Animation.
Role of observation in a good design
His previous work and projects
The difference in the perspective of fan theories and the actual concept.
Message for the audience

Check out his artwork on:

Website: https://www.jay-thakur.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaythakur/

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not just the absence of disease.

Episode 18 is a conversation with Dr. Suchita Gandhi. In this episode, we talk about the various principles of Homeopathy, the similarities, and differences between each science, and how they can work harmoniously together. We bust a few myths regarding Homeopathy as well. Suchita has explained in depth the kind of holistic changes necessary in one's lifestyle to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

Dr. Suchita Gandhi is a homeopathic doctor who has completed her MD and who provides homeopathic consultation & treatment to patients at, ‘NiTARA Homoeopathic Clinic’ her Private OPD clinic for 2 years. She also has Experience of teaching Materia Medica to Undergraduate students. She believes in applying her knowledge of medicine to treat the patients and to improve their health and wellbeing to the best that she can, to create awareness amongst the society about physical and mental health, hygiene, nutrition, and personal care, thus making the world a better place to live in.

You can connect with her on:

Gmail: suchitadipakgandhi@gmail.com

For further research check out:

Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34530182/

Studies that are taking place on homeopathy and covid 19: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33853178/

https://www.iitb.ac.in/en/research-highlight/research-group-iit-bombay-recognised-their-work-shows-scientific-basis

Mark Twain’s said “The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read”

Episode 17 is a conversation with Dr. V. Raghunathan. In this episode, we spoke about his journey of becoming an author, academic, columnist, and CEO. He also shared his perspective about topics such as the importance of an MBA, how less talk and more action will help us grow as individuals, the art of reinventing oneself and the secret to networking with people.

I hope you all will benefit a lot from this interaction, and it will change the way you look at the world.

Dr. V. Raghunathan is an academic, author, columnist, and hobbyist. He has a Ph.D. in Finance from IIM, Calcutta. He is currently an Adjunct Professor at the Schulich School of Business, York University, Toronto, Canada. He is a former Professor of Finance, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad; former President, ING Vysya Bank, Bangalore; former CEO, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, India; and former Director, Schulich School of Business, India campus. He was also a Visiting Professor at SDA Bocconi where he taught behavioral Economics for nearly 25 years. He has served on various boards and committees of corporates, Ministry of Finance, SEBI, BSE, NSE et al. Dr. Raghunathan has been named one of the top 50 management thinkers in India and the Indian diaspora for three years in a row, starting in 2013. He is the co-author of Beyond the Call of Duty, as well as Duryodhana, Locks, Mahabharata & Mathematics, Ganesha on the Dashboard, The Corruption Conundrum And Other Paradoxes And Dilemmas, Don't Sprint The Marathon, including a national best-seller, Games Indians Play He is also a long-time columnist, most notably for The Economic Times, and has written over 500 papers and articles. He also writes a blog for The Times of India and formerly worked as a cartoonist for The Financial Express.

You can connect with him on:

Website: http://www.vraghunathan.com/

“The biggest wall you have to climb is the one you build in your mind” this is a very famous quote by Roy T. Bennett.

Episode 16 is a conversation with Tanaya Acharekar who is a life coach and is the founder of Innerglint coaching. We discuss the advantages of coaching and how it might help us shift our own limiting ideas in this episode. We also discuss the distinction between coaching and therapy. She also goes into detail about the coaching methods she uses and how they are beneficial to the client's needs.

Tanaya is a life coach who helps people get out of their own way and change the narrative of their inner voice. She has used coaching to assist a number of individuals in determining their career path, resolving emotional issues, and generally guiding them in the correct way. But her journey of becoming a coach was as “UNSETTLING” as the name of this podcast. Not only has she worked as a consultant with MNCs and startups, but she also worked as a professor, she is a Business school facilitator and she is also an EI and NLP practitioner. Her motto in life is that- One should keep learning. Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning is young.

You can connect with her on:

Gmail: tanayaacharekar@gmail.com

You can book a discovery call with her on:

Link: https://go.oncehub.com/Tanaya

A thing of beauty can be a joy forever only if it can be seen and loved by the audience.

Episode 15 is a conversation with Tanya Khanna about her venture Epistle Communications. In the episode, we talk about the value of communication and marketing and how it helps the creator find the right kind of clients. In this world of information overload, it is difficult to find your target audience, but if you are true to your values and beliefs as a brand, the right audience will find you. Tanya also believes that if one is content with where they are and what they are doing in the present moment, then they will always attract the things that take them in the right direction.

To bring the designers and the clients close and to help bridge the gap between design, practice, and business, our next guest, Tanya Khanna, came up with a platform called Epistle Communications. Epistle provides editorial, strategic communications, marketing, and PR services within the domains of art, architecture, design, and allied disciplines.

Tanya started her journey as an architectural journalist in 2004. After working and studying in the UK, she returned to India and founded Epistle with the goal of formalizing design communications and making South Asian architecture and design more accessible to global audiences. Tanya has co-authored and edited over a dozen architectural books and monographs and has written extensively for Indian and international media. She's a GRIHA certified Evaluator with a strong commitment to sustainable design expertise, and she's served on a number of academic and professional design juries and events, including the Dezeen Awards 2021 as a juror.

You can connect with her on:

Website: https://www.epistle.co/

Success means different things to different people. But there are a few guidelines that one can follow to achieve one's goals

Link to the book: Amazon link: UNFOLDING SUCCESS

Episode 13 is a conversation with Mr. Sapan Bardhan about his book unfolding success. He has interviewed over 300 people from different cross-sections of society and used the knowledge that he had accumulated over the years to bring this book to life. The conversation revolves around the broader ideals of success that one can follow to achieve their goal.

About the Author:

The author, Sapan Bardhan is a veteran professional with a degree in Engineering and more than 45 years of enriched experience in various industries. He has professional qualifications in Total Quality Management with training in the USA and Japan. The first phase of his professional career was in SAIL - Bhilai Steel Plant, later he moved to a large-scale Pvt. Steel Industry. But after working for about eight years, he left while working as VP (TQM & HRD) and started his own training & consulting independently along with association with UL DQS (India) Ltd … a training & third party certification organization, for ten years. He has conducted hundreds of training/workshops on Quality & HR-related topics, suiting to customer requirements, across the country. He is also associated with Social & Spiritual organizations like Ramakrishna Mission, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Mahavir International, and Brahma Kumaris.

About the Book:

Why this Book may Change Your Life! What does success mean to you? To some, success is wealth; for some, it is power; some just want to make a positive impact on the world. This simply means that success is a concept that means different things to different people. No matter what success means to you, it almost certainly isn’t something that will come easily. There are numerous books in the market on how to be successful. But success is very personal and unique to each individual. Though some of these numerous books can be definitely useful to some readers, the advice contained in most of these books may often be very generic in nature and at times, irrelevant to most of the readers. With this in mind, before initiating the book, the author has taken a tremendous and sincere effort of talking to more than three hundred people, just to understand ‘what exactly did they want from such a book’? These candidates, both men, and women come from different age groups and different backgrounds - academics, economic, cultural, and geographic backgrounds.

The author has effectively blended his own vast professional and social experience along with the inputs of all these three hundred people that he talked to. The author’s own life journey has been full of ups and downs. So he could very well relate to the needs of the prospective readers.

Living an inclusive life is all that everyone is asking for. I am no one to talk about disability and the day-to-day struggle that disabled people have to face. So I asked Sweta Mantri to share her journey on the podcast.

Episode 14 is a conversation with Sweta Mantri who is a standup comic. In this episode, she shares how normal things like basic accessibility to various establishments are a challenge for someone who is disabled. We also converse about the psychological and physical trauma that a person has to go through and how difficult it is to find that silver lining that everyone talks about when everything seems to be going south.

Sweta Mantri was asked to be an accountant but instead, she decided to hold people accountable for their lack of knowledge on disability access and have a dialogue with them. She is a standup comedian and believes in revolutionizing the comedy scene and changing the mindset of the people one joke at a time! Though there have been times when people have not received the jokes well, that has not stopped her from putting the point across. She believes that the more disability is treated as a taboo topic, the more people will be uncomfortable discussing it. And it is important to change the thought process of the people and to make them a little more mindful about creating a barrier-free life for all

You can listen to her thoughts on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imadmantrii/

Episode 12 is a conversation with Akanksha Savanal, who is the founder of A Curve Story. In this episode, we talk about her journey from becoming a stylist to the founder of her own firm. She had a vision of making fashion accessible, inclusive, and intersectional and that is when A Curve Story was born. She also talks in-depth about the research she had done to make sure that all the problems of the people were heard and she took steps to solve them.

Akanksha started her styling journey when she was just 18 years old. She has worked with numerous celebrities like Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, and Ayushmann Khurana and has created a niche for herself. While working as a stylist she noticed that there was a gap in the fashion options available for curvy women. She decided to bridge this gap with her startup A Curve Story. A Curve Story promotes fashion that is accessible, inclusive, and intersectional. It provides fluid fashion options not only for women with curves but also for the LGBTQIA community. Akanksha believes that clothes are meant to fit people and not the other way round.

Looking for fashion options? Connect with her on:

Website: https://www.acurvestory.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akankshasavanal/

https://www.instagram.com/acurvestory/

Episode 11 is a conversation with Aniruddh Roy who started his acting career as a theatre actor. When the lockdown hit and all the theatre productions came to a standstill, he decided to do something with all his free time. He went online on all the platforms that had posted ads for actor requirements and auditioned for them. He then realized that the best way out is to compile all the 12 films that they had produced as a team under his banner Greennote films and apply to film festivals, which he did. The films were well received by the audience and picked up and featured on various OTT platforms

Since then, he has been offered roles in movies like 777 Charlie. He has worked in Ad films in Hindi and Bengali and he has also worked with Alt Balaji on their latest series Crimes and Confessions and he will also be seen on Mauka-e-Vardaat. He was a complete movie buff as a child and he draws inspiration from all the actors he looks up to and also from the people he meets in his day-to-day life. He is a kind soul who goes out of the way to help people in need.

If you want to know more about acting connect with him on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aniruddh304/

You can watch his ad on: Shell Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9MPceAprg0

Ola Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-zJC24vaKg

Talking points:

His journey so far
Is formal training necessary?
How to get noticed by filmmakers and directors?
Does external beauty play an important role or does talent take a fore?
How to stand out from the competition?
His favorite role?
How does he get into the skin of a character?
Message for anyone who wishes to be an actor.

Episode 10 is a conversation with Amanpreet Singh who is the founder of F13 technologies. In this episode, we talk about the importance of data analysis and how it helps find solutions for a lot of problems in the digital world. He gives an insight into his company's work and at the same time explains how he helps startups find the right direction. Every piece of information you have about your target audience can help you determine whether they are your target audience and, if so, how to present your concept to them.

Amanpreet Singh is the founder of F13 Technologies. F13 Technologies specializes in networking and security, as well as education, healthcare, and the enterprise sector. Amanpreet believes that- “If you want people to listen to you, talk to them in their language”. Keeping this ideology in mind, he helps companies find solutions to their problems in the simplest way possible. He and his team offer technological solutions and empower businesses to provide a seamless user experience. When he is not working, Amanpreet spends his time cooking and learning new recipes.

Links:

Website: www.f13.tech

LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/aps4995/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/f13tech

Shuffle with Akanksha

Alternate Career option: Graphic Designer | Jewellery Designer | Dancer | Instagram Influencer

Dance has been an integral part of our life. We learn to bob our heads to the beat even before we learn how to walk.

Episode 9 is a conversation with Akanksha Aggarwal, a graphic designer turned jewellery designer turned professional shuffle dancer, who has become the talk of the town with her shuffling moves. She is also a recipient of the Women on Top Award 2021. The conversation is all about her journey of becoming a shuffle dancer and what choices helped her become who she is today. We spoke at length about the Instagram algorithm and how playing by the rules of the app will help you reach the right kind of audience. She also spoke about jewellery design and her design inspiration for the various jewellery pieces that are available on the website of Jewellery Rack. She started learning shuffling in lockdown to keep herself occupied. Little did she know that her account would blow up and people would enjoy her videos.

She learnt all her moves from watching tiktok and YouTube videos and is a self-trained dancer. On the demand of her tribe, she has now started a workshop series for anyone who wishes to learn this dance form! Akanksha believes that being content with what you have is the secret to be happy........ummmm and also planning, loads and loads of planning. That is how she manages to be the multitasker that she is!!

You can shuffle with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shufflewithakanksha/

Episode 9 is a conversation with Nishkarsh Sharma who is the founder of the online platform Digital Dukaandaar. In this episode, we talk about dropshipping, how one can setup up an online business and earn money selling online. Nishkarsh gives in-depth knowledge about the time and money required to set up such a business and the problems that a beginner might face while starting out in the field. All in all this conversation will give you the necessary tools to earn independently from the comfort of your home, all you have to do is to sign up to become a DIgital Dukaandaar!

Nishkarsh is the founder of the platform Digital Dukaandaar an e-commerce education program that helps people start and grow their online businesses. But his journey has not been smooth sailing. He started out as an Engineer but very soon realized that coding or programming was not his cup of tea. So to build his network and to gain experience he started interning with companies like OLX, Channel V, LetsIntern, WeChat, Viber, and Star sports. He then started blogging to create a digital footprint for himself. He wrote a book, "Career Success blueprint" that earned him his first paycheck. Determined to create a niche and earn from the online space, he tried his hand at providing content and SEO solutions, create animation videos on Fiverr, and finally finding his calling of setting a Print on Demand business that is running successfully worldwide. Through his platform Digital Dukaandaar, he imparts the wisdom that he gained through his experience to people who are new in this business and helps them grow to become successful Digital Dukaandaars.

Talking points:

His journey so far
What is dropshipping?
How can one set up a website and monetize by selling online?
The man-hours and investment are necessary to get started.
How to build trust with your consumers as a seller?
Methods of marketing and driving traffic to your website.
In-depth knowledge of the goings-on of an e-commerce platform

You can connect with him on:

Website: https://nishkarshsharma.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nishkarshsharmaa/

What do you do when you have a number of passions? Do you follow them all or choose the one that gives you the most happiness?

If you have to choose, then how will you do so?

Episode 07 is a conversation with Mr. Rajeev Ravindranathan who followed multiple passions and finally settled on the two things that he loves doing most. Running an advertising agency and acting. It was not an easy thing to finally focus on one aspect and put the rest of his interests on the backburner. But the time that we have is limited and there is just so much that we can do as humans.

This episode gives an insight into his life and his experiences and teaches us a valuable lesson, that luck comes to those who work hard for it. It is not a floating concept but rather a concrete reality for those who step up and take charge of their lives.

Rajeev Ravindranathan, is an actor, advertising agency owner, advertising professional, screenwriter, writer, director, producer, he brews his own beer, is a barbecue chef, and also makes organic deodorants at home.

You all must remember him from the movie 3 Idiots in which he portrayed a bully senior and English Vinglish, in which he played an adorable Tamilian trying to learn English.

He runs his own advertising agency called “People” which has celebrated its 11th anniversary recently.

Talking Points:

· How to prioritize when you have a diverse skillset

· People (his ad agency)- the journey so far

· Ad campaigns that he has handled

· Creative discontentment-how did he manage to get through it

· Anecdotes from your experiences

· Acting career

· Favourite role so far

· A day in his life

· Lessons learned from his experience

In a world where everything is going so fast, it is important to make a first impression. And the first thing that people notice about you is the clothes that you wear. Hence the expression dress for the job you want not the job you have.

Episode 6 is a conversation with Shreeja Rajgopal. We talk about her journey so far, how she landed her first gig and what are the things that go behind the scenes in a stylist's studio. She has styled a lot of celebrities such as Mithila Palkar, Vijay Devarakonda, Radhika Apte, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Mallika Dua, Sayani Gupta, Chitrangada, and many more. She has also set a bar for elegant, bold yet relatable styling that many of us look up to. To know more about her, let me welcome today’s guest Shreeja Rajgopal

Shreeja Rajgopal is a stylist who has been working in the industry for the past 9 years. She believes that this work is not for the faint hearted and anyone who wants to step in has to be well prepared about what are the things that goes behind the scenes of the glamour that we see on screen. The best way to learn styling according to her would be to intern under someone and keep oneself updated about the goings on in the fashion world. She has helped bring out the personality of all the people that she has worked with.

Talking points:

Her journey
Skills a stylist must have
Things to keep in mind before styling anyone
Styling vs Design
Different body types and styling
Her personal favourite style
Message for anyone who wants to be a stylist

This episode is in collaboration with "This is Living with Stories"

Dealing with domestic abuse and fighting your way out of an abusive marriage is not easy. But it can all change if you raise your voice. Episode 5 is a conversation with Zaaria Patni about her life and how she fought domestic abuse and came out of it with sheer grit and willpower. The road was not easy. It took 10 years for the legal proceedings to get over and rule in her favour, but she didn't give up.

Zaaria Patni broke free of her abusive marriage, refused to live a life of compromise and adjustment, and fought against the age-old law stating that you need the signature of both the parents for a simple passport approval document even if you are separated. Her actions helped change the law, which now approves the signature of either of the two parents. After this 10-year ordeal of separating from her ex, fighting for the custody of her child, and defending her rights as a single parent, she was finally free. Her story has inspired many women to fight for their rights and find justice.

Episode 4 is a conversation with Mr. Mukesh Chaudhary about his journey of becoming a cybercrime expert and his experiences in tackling various crimes over the years. In the episode, we spoke about how cybercrime can be committed against common people and how we can safeguard ourselves against it. He also spoke at length about app permissions, fraudulent websites, phishing attacks, and how he and his team have been solving these crimes.

Mr. Mukesh Chaudhary is the Founder & CEO of Cyberops Infosec. He is a Cyber Crime Consultant and Information Security Professional. He has been assisting Law Enforcement and Intelligence Agencies with his domain expertise for the last nine years. His advisories on Cyber Security have been appreciated by the armed forces. He has trained officers of CBI, NIA, ATS, Military Intelligence, Airforce, NSG, CRPF, Police. He has also won numerous awards for his contributions in alleviating threats and for his expertise as a cybercrime consultant.

Talking points:

His journey so far
Training to become a cybercrime expert
Types of cybercrime and how to safeguard oneself from it.
What is considered a crime on social media?
Permissions that apps ask and how it affects your privacy
How to report a cybercrime?
Solutions that his firm Cyberops Infosec provides
Message for youngsters who wish to be an expert in cybersecurity

Episode 3 is a conversation with Rucha Deshpande about her life in Manipur as a Music Teacher. We talk at length about her transition from city life to village life. We also talk about the problems faced by the villagers such as water shortage during the summers and the work done by the NGO she is associated with, Sunbird Trust, which empowers the people there.

Rucha quit her corporate job and joined the Sunbird Trust NGO on their Social Media team in Manipur where she works with the Naga tribe. Since the roles were not rigid everyone in the NGO gets a chance to manage everything. That is when she found her love for teaching music. The cover videos of the songs that she created with the help of the team and her students were appreciated by a lot of people even by the composers themselves. After living with the people there for over 2 years and facing problems like water shortage and watching the villagers solving their problems with a smile on their faces, she realized that the problems that we face in life are only as big as we allow them to be. If we have the grit and perseverance to face it, nothing can stop us.

Episode 2 is a conversation with Aditya Karandikar who is a Sound Engineer. In this episode, we talk about his journey and his experiences. He also explains what Sound Engineering is and what are the various segments in the field. He also gives insights about the on-site recording of sound for various TV series, movies, and web series and talks about the process of cleaning an audio file.

Aditya completed his education in Computer Engineering before following his passion of becoming a Sound Engineer. He learned the art from Zee Institute of Media Arts and then embarked on his journey of polishing his skills from his experience. He worked in various segments of Sound Engineering to understand the nuances of the field. He believes that the pursuit of perfection is a never-ending journey, so instead of getting caught up in it, start now and keep improving every day.

Talking Points:

His journey so far
Training necessary to become a Sound Engineer
What is Sound Engineering?
Various nuances in the field such as dubbing, Foley sound, and music
Time required to edit a film/ movie audio
The recording process on set
Choosing the right kind of projects
A message for someone who wishes to carve a niche for themselves in this industry.

Season 2 is here!!

With all that is going on in the world. We all need a drink. And who better to talk about drinking with than an expert in the field.

Episode 01 is a conversation with Mr. Yangdup Lama about his journey of becoming a bartender. He is a chef who, one day, was given the opportunity to try his hand and bartending and he fell in love with the field. Mixing various drinks to suit the palette of the customers to have a one on one conversation with them about life. He enjoyed it a lot. For him every day became a new day, a new day full of excitement. And every night he went back home, content. Content that he had followed his calling and fulfilled his dream.

Mr. Yangdup Lama is a mixologist, bartender, and entrepreneur. He is the proud owner of his bar Sidecar in Delhi which has won a spot in Asia’s 50 best bar awards and he also owns a mobile bartending service company called Cocktails & Dreams. He has been featured by drinks international magazine in the Bar World 100 list of most influential people in the global beverage industry 2020.

Talking points:

His journey so far
Roles and responsibilities as a bartender apart from mixing drinks
Training required to be a bartender
Is there a formula for creating new recipes?!
What constitutes a good cocktail?
Anecdotes from his journey
Lessons learnt from his experience

Episode 50 is a conversation with RJ Smita Ranadive. In this episode, we talk about RJing and how to make a career in the same via her journey. After conversing with her I realized what goes behind bringing a show to life. RJing requires meticulous planning and research before bringing a show to life. It is not just conversation skills but an RJ is required to manage the entire show, including managing the ups and downs that come along with the live shows. Listen to the episode to know more about the life of an RJ in detail.

Smita started her career with Radio at a very young age. she along with her colleagues helped set up the very first radio station in Pune city and made a place in the hearts of the residents. She has been an RJ for the past 18 years and now is a mentor and Programming controller at Radio Mirchi. Apart from that, she is also a blogger, a singer (watch out for her melodious voice on the episode), and also a YouTuber. She is also planning to start a voice control and modulation programme soon for budding RJs and also for anyone who just wants to learn this craft.

Talking points:

About her journey as an RJ
Difference in the listeners back then and now
What are the skills required to be an RJ?
THe tools that are to be learnt to keep the show running smoothly
Funny anecdotes in an Rjs life
Message for anyone who wants to pursue a career in Rjing.

Episode 49 is a conversation with Tushar about his tryst with bipolar disorder and how he overcame it to live a healthy and normal life. The conversation revolves around his childhood and the trauma that he went through because of which he had phases of depression. We also talk about how to diagnose a mental health issue in the early stages and how to get proper treatment for it. Tushar talks about various support groups that are present all over the country that help people who are battling mental illness.

Tushar is a published author, standup comic, and mental health promoter. He has struggled with bipolar disorder and with the help of medication, meditation, and a healthy lifestyle, he' is able to live a normal life. He has also founded a community for young artists and creative souls called APT Elite Artist Club. He is an Alumnus of NIFT Bangalore and SIMC Pune. He believes in breaking the taboo around mental health by having a dialogue with those around him. He finds joy in networking with people and helping them in whatever way he can!

Talking points:

His journey so far
About bipolar disorder and how he fought it
How can people around you be more aware of mental health
Various support groups around the country.
To explore the creative side by being active and following one's passion
About the book that he has written
Message for someone battling depression

Episode 48 is a conversation with the founder of Trip to Oven Aisle Rashmi Vibhandik. In this episode, we talk about her journey. various baking techniques, cake baking techniques, and the kind of icing that is used on cakes. We also talk about the various types of pastries that she tried out from all over the world. That is what "Trip to Oven Aisle" all about. It is a journey to trying out various confectionaries from all over the world.

Rashmi is an Engineer and a home-baker. She started baking as a hobby but soon fell in love with this craft. Little did she know that her passion would one day be her profession. Rashmi loves to learn new techniques in baking and hence each and every creation of hers is unique. She says that the expression of joy that the cake brings on people's faces is the biggest motivation for her to wake up each day and keep baking.

Talking points:

Her journey of choosing baking.
Transition from corporate to being an entrepreneur
How is baking different from cooking
Various tools required for baking
The types of pastries available in the world.
Various types of icing techniques and the ingredients used for the same
Message for people who want to become a baker

You can order a cake on:

Website: http://www.triptoovenisle.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trip_to_oven_isle/

Episode 47 is a conversation with Yogesh Bhusare and his journey of becoming a graphic designer. We talk about graphic designing, the work that goes into creating a niche in this field, and the different directions that one can take after learning the course. The conversation is inspiring and informational and it leaves the listener with a drive to do better.

Yogesh Bhusare is a Graphic designer and a digital illustrator. He is currently working with So Cheers and at the same time, he works on his own designs. He finds his inspiration for his design from the people and the places that he has observed on his travels. When I asked him about the struggles he said that there is no such thing as a struggle but rather a stepping stone to becoming a better version of yourself.

Talking points:

Journey of becoming a graphic designer and digital illustrator
His story of exploring various fields
What is the scope of the work, rather the fields in which a graphic designer can portray their skills?
How to find a balance between fulfilling client needs and keeping your design aspects intact.
Following trends in the market: pros and cons
Creating a harmonious design
The aspects of a good design
Message for someone who wants to pursue graphic design

His illustrations are on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogesh_bhusare/

Behance: https://www.behance.net/Bhusare

Episode 46 is a conversation with the founders of Aadyaa Originals; Mrs. Sayalee Marathe and Mr. Jaydeep Hingne. We talk about their venture Aadyaa. The conversation revolves around the genesis story of Aadyaa, the ups, and downs in their journey, and their learning from it. I loved the fact that they don't compete against anyone but themselves. They keep looking for avenues to improve themselves as a brand. Aadyaa has only one goal, to bring quality and comfort to all the products that they design.

Sayalee Marathe found her love for jewelry making when she was working as an SAP consultant in Uk. She would design these pieces and gift them to her loved ones. Finding a positive response for her designs, she started a Facebook page on a whim, when she came to Pune. The pieces were sold out in no time! That is when Jaydeep Sir stepped in, realizing the true potential of her venture, he encouraged her to pursue jewelry making full time and to fulfill his lifelong dream to be an entrepreneur, he too quit his job to be a part of House of Aadyaa full time.

They go hand in glove as partners. WHile Sayalee takes care of the design, art, and philosophy part of Aadyaa. Jaydeep brings it to life with his Business acumen and his expertise in building a brand

Talking points:

About Aadyaa and the journey so far
Inspiration behind the various designs and collections
Choosing silver as a core metal,
Entrepreneurial journey, the story of what goes behind bringing a piece to life
Clothing by House of Aadyaa: the concept
Delegating work: the initial friction and how they got over it
A message for someone who wants to pursue jewelry design

Episode 45 is a conversation with Dilip Sivaraman about clockmaking and all the things that go into the art of horology. We talk about how he found his interest in clockmaking and the various factors that are to be kept in mind while making a clock that is precise. This episode will help answer a few questions that budding horologists may have!

Dilip Sivaraman is an Architect who found his love for horology when he was trying to get a grandfather clock fixed. He took it to numerous clockmakers and on not finding a solution, dismantled the clock and tried to fix it himself. One thing led to another and he ended up developing an interest in this art and spent his time perfecting his own movement. He was the finalist in the AHCI young talent competition that is held in Switzerland. To date, he has perfected two clocks named Gato and Lisko and there are two other clocks o his drawing board that is on the precipice of coming to life. Each clock is mechanical and is designed in a fashion that it can be passed on from generation to generation!

To know more about him and his creations:

Website: http://dsivaraman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dilipsivaramanclockmaker/

Talking points:

The story of how he found his love for clock making
How much time did it take for him to create his first accurately designed clock
The types of clocks that he has designed: Gato and Lisko
About the in-house movement that he has created
How does temperature affect the accuracy of the clock?
How does magnetism affect the clock?
The function of a tourbillion
How much time it takes for him to create a custom-made clock
Balancing his life as an Architect and a Horologist
Future of watch-making

Episode 44 is a conversation with Pooja Rai who is the co-founder of Anthill Creations. We talk about the benefits of play and the learning that children get from it. She also talks about the use of sustainable materials and recycling which is a priority in all the Anthill creations.

Pooja Rai is an architect and as Alumna of IIT Kharagpur who co-founded Anthill creations. When she was in college and was the kids playing on the ground with whatever resources they had and making the most of it. ( They were playing badminton with slippers!), she decided to do something for them. Using scrap tyres and all the sustainable materials that she could find, she along with her friends created a playscape for these children to enjoy. Thus began her entrepreneurial journey and there was no looking back. Today, she along with her team have created more than 250 playgrounds for underprivileged children across India.

Talking points:

The journey of Anthill creations.
Bringing playgrounds to homes in this pandemic
Safety measures used while building playscapes
Use of sustainable materials and recyclable materials for playscapes
About her team
How we can contribute to her work in our small way?
Message for anyone who is starting out as an entrepreneur

If you wish to build playgrounds for your community or volunteer with them connect on:

Website: https://anthillcreations.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthillcreations/

Episode 43 is a conversation with Himalee Adhav about the Japanese language and the scope of learning the language in the field of teaching and translation. The episode will give you insights about the time taken to master the language and also about the various cultural aspects of the country. Along with it we also delve into the aspects of creating a niche for oneself so that one can get noticed and in turn get more opportunities.

Himalee fell in love with languages as a teenager and there was no turning back. She learnt German, Spanish and French before finally settling on putting her heart and soul into Japanese. She is now working as a Professor and a Japanese language translator. What she loves about learning languages are the patterns and similarities that she finds between different cultures and their language. All of them seem to be intertwined that shows that we all may have one common origin point.

Talking points:

Her journey so far
Scope of learning Japanese
Haiku and their meaning
How to create a freelancer profile
Message for someone who wants to learn a foreign language

Episode 42 is a conversation with Sudarshan and Archana Hebbar about their startup Hebbars Kitchen. Hebbars Kitchen was initially started as a blog with pictures that showed the steps of preparation of each and every dish. Later they discovered the Buzzfeed short-form videos and were inspired to start short videos. The short videos are a boon for all the millennials like me who are too love quick solutions to everything. We discussed their journey so far and I had an enjoyable time conversing with both.

Archana is an engineer who started Hebbars kitchen as a creative outlet which soon grew into a full-fledged startup. That is when Sudarshan stepped in to help with the technical and marketing aspects of the startup. They both work hand in hand to make sure that the startup is running smoothly and without any glitches. When asked if they love the competition, they said that they absolutely enjoy being challenged as it helps them grow and become better at their craft.

For yummy recipes follow them on:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPPIsrNlEkaFQBk-4uNkOaw

Website: https://hebbarskitchen.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebbars.kitchen/

Talking points that we covered:

Their journey so far
The story of Hebbars Kitchen
The initial hurdles faced and the hurdles faced on a day-to-day basis
How to stand out from the crowd in food blogging?
From recipe to the final product: Time taken for editing and presenting a video
A message for anyone who wants to start food blogging

Episode 41 is a conversation with Amrita Samant, who is the founder of MOMMY SHOTS BY AMRITA. This episode is an interesting insight for all those who want to pursue child photography as a profession! We talk about her journey from corporate to being an entrepreneur. We also talk about the precautions to be taken while handling a newborn and the hustle that is required to be consistent in this field. I hope the listeners get an insight into her life and also learn from all her experiences.

Amrita Samant has done a double Masters in HR and has worked in the corporate sector for a few years. Even when she was working she spent her time in the pursuit of Arts and always looked for a creative outlet. That is when she realized that a desk job was not her calling. So she finally decided to take the plunge and start working with the two things she absolutely loved, babies and her camera. The journey to setting up MOMMY SHOTS BY AMRITA might not have been an easy one, but she believed in the hustle and hustle she did till she reached her goals. She also wanted to impart her knowledge of her experience and hence she started a podcast called THE AMRITA SAMANT PODCAST. Where she shares tips on how to keep improving as a photographer and also in life.

A few talking points:

Journey so far
Working with babies, the joy and the training needed
Learning photography, practice is the key.
Transition from corporate to being an entrepreneur, challenges faced.
Challenges faced on a daily basis
One thing that she does to stay relevant in the ever-changing market
A message for people who want to pursue photography.

If you want to get in front of her camera, connect with her on:

Website: http://www.mommyshotsbyamrita.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommyshotsbyamrita/

Episode 40 is a conversation about Rebecca Rex about social media marketing and branding and her firm Bombay Fox. Social media marketing is an up and coming job profile that requires a lot of research and testing. This episode delves into detail about the tools that can be used for posting and beautifying content, the kind of strategies that one can apply in social media marketing, and how to find your target audience. This episode will leave you with insights that will help you, in the long run, to survive in this ever-changing social media jungle.

Rebecca Rex has done her Masters in Sociology and has worked with a well-reputed automobile firm after which she started her own firm called Bombay fox. The main ideology of the firm is to provide all-round solutions for the companies that approach them, from website design to branding, to email marketing, and also help them with paid promotions. Each strategy is tailor-made according to the client requirement and the target audience.

To get in touch with her or to learn more about social media marketing:

Website: https://bombayfox.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bombayfox/

Talking points:

Her journey so far
Difference between social media marketer and social media manager
Story of Bombay fox
Meeting initial clients
Business solutions provided by Bombay fox
How to stay relevant in this ever-changing industry?
Tools that a layman can use to make social media a little easier to keep up with
What does it mean to be successful on social media?
Message for someone who wants to become a social media marketer
Basic guidelines to keep in mind while engaging with our audience

Episode 39 is a conversation with Paritosh Pant about his campaign FEEDING FROM FAR.

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit the nation and a lockdown was announced, Paritosh knew that there is going to be a huge hunger problem. He wanted to do something for the people who lived in Govandi. He along with his team started this campaign FEEDING FROM FAR to make the people of the community self-sufficient. The main objective of the campaign was to raise funds and set systems in place that would help the locals manage to procure essentials, cook, pack, and deliver the meal packets to each and every household in the community. The systems helped the residents of Govandi become self-reliant.

But even though the lockdown is lifted, the situation of the locals have not improved. There are still families to be served. So, I request you all on behalf of Paritosh and FEEDING FROM FAR, to do your bit and donate. No amount is too less.

Rs. 700 can feed a family of 5 for a week and Rs. 10 is the cost of one meal. Every penny counts.

Do your bit and donate: http://bit.ly/FeedingFromFar

Talking points: 1. What prompted him to start FEEDING FROM FAR 2. About the campaign 3. Raising funds for the cause. 4. Setting up a community kitchen. 5. Systems that were put in place for the community kitchen to run smoothly. 6. The permissions required from governing bodies. 7. A few stories from his experience with the campaign. 8. A message for people who want to start a similar campaign and help bridge the gap.

Episode 38 is a conversation with Aniket Rai about his initiative called ReadARs Initiative. With the help of this, he ensures that people find joy in reading and also benefit from it. We talk about his favourite books, how to choose the right book to read as a beginner, the difference between the reading styles of fiction and non-fiction books, and how non-fiction books can benefit us.

Aniket Rai is a Product Service Engineer with a reputed MNC. He is also an orator and part of Toastmasters International. He believes in following passion and profession and helping others fulfill their reading goals.

Talking points:

His journey so far
Recommended books
How to pick the right genre of book as a beginner
Reading books: Quantity vs Quality
Audiobooks vs reading
Why not judge a book by its cover
Why should you pick up reading as a habit

Episode 37 is a conversation with Purnima Chitale about her love for Resin Art.

Purnima Chirale is a landscape architect who fell in love with Resin Art when she was scrolling through the explore tab on Instagram. With a will to master this art, she learned the skills and techniques required to bring this art form to life and then built upon it with consistent practice. She has her own startup called Frozen Motion where she dabbles in the art herself and also conducts workshops for people who are interested in learning more about Resin Art.

Talking Points:

Journey so far
What is Resin Art?
Safety precautions to be taken while working with Resin
Materials on which Resin can be used
Procedure and time it took to create a painting
About her workshops
A message for someone who wants to pick this up as a hobby or a profession

You can learn the art from her:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_frozenmotion_/

Episode 36 is a conversation with Sayli Velankar. Sayali is a nutritionist and she believes that weight loss or gain is directly connected to not just the kind of food we put in our body but also our sleep time, water intake, exposure to sunlight, constant rise in stress due to overexposure to gadgets and many other factors. Hence it is important to make a holistic change in our lifestyle. We talk about the tiny changes that we can start making in our lifestyle now to add years to our life and feel a little less stressed out in this fast-paced life. I hope you enjoy the episode. Do let me know in the comments what you learnt from this and what all are you planning to implement from this right away!

A few talking points that we covered:

Journey so far.
What lifestyle changes can we make in our daily life?
Are fad diets good for you?
What factors are to be kept in mind while preparing a diet chart?
How does sugar affect the body?
Effect of alcohol consumption
About her team
Advice for people who want to choose nutrition as a career option
Message for people about nutrition.

You can get in touch with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saylivelankar/

Episode 35 is a conversation with Shubham Maheshwari, the founder of Being Chef. We talk about how one can cook a meal within 5 minutes with the help of the kit that Being Chef provides and how with this initiative, he is helping people take care of their health by eating home-cooked meals. He is a mechanical engineer turned entrepreneur and he had a lot of insights to share about his journey. We also spoke about how one can overcome their fear and be a better version of themselves by just doing the things that they love.

It has been over 5 years since Shubham started this firm. He came up with the idea of Being Chef when he was staying away from home and found out that cooking was not an easy task. And he also felt that many of his peers echoed with this problem. So he thought, what if, all the ingredients are given to the people proportionately packed in a box, with instructions as to what does in the pan when. Wouldn't that make cooking a joyous task? That is what Being Chef does, gives you the tools to prepare your favourite dishes within 5 minutes! All you need is one pan!

A few talking points that we covered:

His journey so far
About his firm Being Chef
The transition from a mechanical engineer to a full-time entrepreneur
Research done before setting up the firm and learning from his mistakes
His team and about the concept of Being Chef
A message for anyone who is starting out as an entrepreneur

You can get in touch with him on:

Website: https://beingchef.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beingchefindia

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingchefindia/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/beingchef_india

Episode 34 is a conversation with Karan Sonawana aka the Focused Indian who is a content creator. We talk about what inspired him to take up content creation, the series of decisions that made him who he is today and his inspiration to keep creating videos to entertain others. He talks about the tricks and tips to be relevant in this ever-changing field and also how to deal with trolls and not let them affect your morale.

A few talking points that we covered:

Journey so far
Coming up with concepts for the videos
How to find your own style in the sea of content creation
Time taken to shoot, edit and post a video
Software used for editing
How to deal with trolls and negativity
Message for people who want to start creating content

Episode 33 is a conversation with Shweta Mallapur who is a Canine Trainer. We talk about her transition from advertising to Canine training, the factors to keep in mind while choosing a pet, and the various types of training that is provided to a canine. We also cover bases such as fear of dogs, understanding their language, and how to deal with them, and also how to stay calm in a situation when you are being chased by dogs!

Shweta Mallapur is a disciple of Human and Canine psychology. She has dual post-graduation in Advertising and communications with Media and entertainment. She started her career in Advertising leading some prominent brands such as Hindustan Unilever, Japan Airlines, Hyundai, Taj Group, Citroen, Oppo, Yokohama Tyres among others. She had a dream of working as a canine trainer which she is now pursuing full time. She says that this was possible only because of her dog Bruno.

A few talking points that we covered:

Journey so far
About the canine training course that she completed
Various techniques for dog training
Understanding various behavioral aspects of a canine
The difficulties faced
How to face the fear of dogs that chase you when you are on your vehicle
Points to be kept in mind as a dog owner: From understanding which breed will fit your lifestyle to healthcare.
Message for someone who wishes to train in this field. If you have any other

Pet-related queries you can get in touch with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetamallapur/

Episode 32 is a conversation with Pramita Mishra and Sanat Rath who call themselves the "The Tandem Couple". In this episode, they talk about their experience of cycling for 200kms in 13.5 hours to win the Randonneur award. We discuss in detail the precautions to be taken while cycling long distances and the ideal diet and practice required for the same. Sanat and Pramita both are this jolly couple who find time to follow their profession despite their demanding profession!

A few talking points that we covered:

Their journey so far
Their love for cycling
About Tandem bike and the challenges faced while riding it
Randonneur: The types of Brevets, the equipment, and the diet required for it
About the 10 unique cycles that they own: Read about it on www.thetandemcouple.com
Bid to promote cycling among the Blind
Promoting cycling at any age

You can connect with them on their website:

www.thetandemcouple.com

To read more about their travels follow the blog by Pramita:

Blog: https://pramitatravel2017.blogspot.com/2018/10/a-tale-of-two-sync-seats-touring-first.html

Blog: https://pramitatravel2017.blogspot.com/2018/10/exploring-historical-devanahalli-fort.html

Blog: https://pramitatravel2017.blogspot.com/2018/11/chintamani-200-brevet.html

Blog: https://pramitatravel2017.blogspot.com/2018/12/quoting-ernest-hemingway-it-is-by.html

Blog: https://pramitatravel2017.blogspot.com/2018/11/chintamani-200-brevet.html

Blog: https://pramitatravel2017.blogspot.com/2018/12/quoting-ernest-hemingway-it-is-by.html

What is the carbon footprint of one piece of cloth? Is it necessary to buy mass-produced clothes? How are we contributing to climate change with our habits?

Episode 31 is a conversation with Mrs. Soumya Kalluri who is the founder of Dwij. Dwij in Sanskrit means to give a new life or to be reborn. And that is what Dwij does. Dwij caters to upcycling used jeans into bags, jewelry, and other accessories. Soumya studied the carbon footprint left behind by her own lifestyle. She was shocked when she came to know how even a tiny habit impacted the environment in a large way. That is when Dwij was born, she has a team of people who help her bring this concept to life. To know more about her and her venture, listen to the entire episode.

A few talking points that we covered:

The story behind founding Dwij.
Sustainable living practices that she follows and how we can inculcate them in our daily lives
Sourcing the cloth for Dwij
How mass consumerism is impacting the environment
About her team
You can read more about how even a tiny change can help the environment by changing our habits on; www.dwijproducts.com
A message for people who want to move towards a sustainable and minimalist way of life.

You can contribute by supporting them on:

Webiste: https://www.dwijproducts.com/dwij-retail

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwijproducts/

How to be a broadcast journalist? What are the hurdles faced to report a story?

Episode 30 is a conversation with Rahul Bhise. We talk about his journey of becoming a journalist, the curriculum taught in ACJ Chennai, the hurdles faced to bring out a story, and his life as a freelancer. This episode will give a beginner insight into the world of journalism and hopefully help answer a few questions that you may have.

A few talking points that we covered:

• Journey so far

• Different types of storytelling taught in a broadcast journalism college

• The life of a freelance journalist

• How to be unbiased while reporting a story

• How to check the authenticity of the story

• Skills required and hurdles faced in journalism

• Anecdotes from the journey

• Equipment used

• Message for someone who wants to pursue broadcast journalism

Learning Self Defence. How to enroll in Asian Karate Championship?

Episode 29 is a conversation with Srushti More about Martial Arts and how she found her love for it. We talk about her journey, the struggles she had to face to raise money for the championship, imparting knowledge to the younger generation, and learning to live her life on her own terms.

Srushti More is an athlete who is a National Handball player, KAI National Medalist, and has represented our country in the Asian Championship. She has been practicing Karate for the past 12 years and she conducts classes on self-defense in Vishwa Sports Academy

Talking points covered:

Her journey so far
Asian Karate Championship: the eligibility, experience, and learning
Her love for training others in self-defense
Learning martial arts at any age
How to deal with rogues
Message for someone who wants to learn Martial Arts

How to choose a career path suitable for you? Can you change career paths at any time? Is formal education necessary?

“If you don’t love what you do, you won’t do it with much conviction or passion.” —Mia Hamm

Episode 28 is a conversation with Mr. Sudhir Saran Singh about finding the right career path, playing on your strengths, and having clarity about one's passion in life. We speak about his journey and how his calculated decisions helped him in switching careers and also building himself as a person. He is a wellness expert and a therapist and he believes that the key to a healthy life is a lifestyle that you don't need a vacation from.

Mr. Sudhir Saran Singh completed his Industrial Engineering from IIT Roorkee and started his career in the CNC Machine shop of a large automobile manufacturing firm. He then moved into Advertising and worked with big brands like Nestle, HP, Hindustan Times, Caltex, and Eicher. After he already had around 10 years of experience, he made yet another big and bold career move into the Human Resources function in the Software Industry. His quick learning abilities and hard work led him to reach the Vice President level fast. In 2008, he took another bold decision to set up his own business which he led for over five years. He then moved to the US to lead the HR function for a large multinational IT organization in Silicon Valley. In the meantime, somewhere on the way, he got himself trained as a wellness expert and a therapist. He is also on the board of the Silicon Valley HR Network. An alumnus of IIT Roorkee, IIM Kolkata, and the University of California, Berkeley, he is clearly a lifelong learner and a super achiever.

What is the role of an Adjudicator in Guinness World Records? How can one apply for the role of an Adjudicator in Guinness World Records?

One of the coolest jobs in the world would be that of an Adjudicator working with Guinness World Records.

Episode 27 is a conversation with Swapnil Dangrikar. We talk about his journey of bagging the role of an Adjudicator with Guinness World Records. The training that he had to undergo to be able to perform his responsibilities to perfection and the pros and cons of this profession. We also talk about his love for food and how he loves to explore new places and also try cooking new menus!!

Talking points:

The factors that helped him chose this role as an Adjudicator with Guinness World Records
The responsibilities in the marketing industry
The role of an Adjudicator
The pros and cons of this role
A few anecdotes from his journey
How this role changed him as a person
Swapnil: The foodie
Message for people who want to pursue Marketing

If you want to know more about this role you can connect with him on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hungrydungry/

What is Art Based Therapy? How to become an art-based therapy facilitator?

“Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist.” ― Eileen Miller, The Girl Who Spoke with Pictures: Autism Through Art

Episode 26 is a conversation with Mayura Mulay who is an HR professional and also an art-based therapy facilitator. She talks about art-based therapy and how it helped her facilitate the emotional well-being of children with special needs. She says that working with them has changed the way she looks at the world now. She is more patient and calm and is able to deal with situations with much more empathy since she has started helping people.

A few talking points that we covered:

Her journey of learning and facilitating art-based therapy

2. What is art-based therapy? 3. Various activities that she conducts with children with special needs

Her learnings from the interactions with them
How one can be mindful in day-to-day life by finding time to introspect
A message for someone who wants to pursue this field

If you want to know more about what she does do follow her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storyminds_mayura/

How to shape your career after completing architecture?

How to build your portfolio to work in government policymaking?

If you are looking for the answers to these questions then this episode is for you!

Bombs and pistols don't make a revolution. The sword of revolution is sharpened on the whetting stone of ideas - Bhagat Singh

Episode 25 is a conversation with Anuroop Satle about his switch from Architecture to becoming a development professional for developing, strategizing and implementing Government policies that help shape the nation. He has worked at grassroot level with all tiers of Government bodies. He has also worked on various projects like Swacch Bharat Abhiyan, Sanitation, Menstrual Hygiene and is now working on policies to help the nation cope with the COVID 19 crisis effectively.

A few talking points that we covered:

The story of his transition from Architecture to Development professional
How his experience helped him choose the right direction and career path
What is Development planning?
How can one apply for that position and what kind of experience is necessary for the field?
The projects that he has worked on till date
Changes in policies that the government is making post Covid-19 pandemic

In conversation with Mrs. Priya Shah, founder of Sukshmurja

“A healer's power stems not from any special ability, but from maintaining the courage and awareness to embody and express the universal healing power that every human being naturally possesses.” ― Eric Micha'el Leventhal

Episode 24 is a conversation with Mrs. Priya Shah who is the founder of Sukshmurja about Energy healing. We spoke about how she was a skeptic herself and didn't believe in the power of Energy Healing. But she started believing when she saw it's power with her own eyes. She was cured of an incurable disease with the help of Reiki. That is when her tryst with Energy Healing began. Over the course of 21 years, she has acquired knowledge of Reiki, Tarot card reading, Angel Card reading, Emotional Freedom technique and many more. She not only practices it but also imparts knowledge about this healing system

A few talking points that we covered are:

The life even that made her believe in energy healing
What are the types of energy healing and the benefits?
What is Reiki, Emotional Freedom Technique and how they can help one become more mindful
The benefits of Tarot card reading and Angel Card reading?
How does practicing Emotional Freedom Technique and Meditation help you live in the present moment and face your emotions.
Why one should practice at least one form of Energy healing in today's face-paced world.
Message for anyone who wishes to learn about it.

You can get additional information from her channel:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2OjddVUrOTgt6pvbwsWSUA

To plant a garden is to believe in a tomorrow -Audrey Hepburn

Gardening is a therapy for the soul. The importance of going back to the roots is something that we have all realized during this current pandemic situation. Episode 23 is a conversation with Dr. Ekta Chaudhary who is the founder of the company Garden Up. She is a fun, upbeat person who is passionate about everything that she does and it is quite evident in the work that she puts up everyday on all her platforms. She realized that while everyone on the internet gave solutions for gardening related problems, nobody mentioned the why of it, that is where she wanted to bring about a change.

Dr. Ekta Chaudhary is a researcher and entrepreneur, based in Mumbai. She has studied Ecology, where she covered all topics ranging from soil nutrient dynamics in the forests of southern India to sustainable farming practices among communities in the Himalayas. After finishing her PhD from IISc Bangalore, she decided to make a career in digital media through her venture GardenUp

A few talking points that we covered:

Her genesis story and her journey to setting up her company GardenUp.
Love for plants and how she built her dedicated tribe
Common “indoor” and outdoor plants that one can plant as a beginner with a hectic schedule
Some quirky solutions and busting a few myths
The setup that she has in her balcony garden! (She has a garden on the 12th floor!)
Sustainable living and how we can inculcate it in our day to day lives
About her website, her team, and everything that helps her run her company smoothly without any hiccups
A message for the young and enthusiastic gardeners out there!

If you have any Gardening related queries you can either check out her channel:

YouTube: https://bit.ly/38MwnuY

Or you can ask her questions on

Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Zjx6Rd

Dance helps you lose yourself and find yourself at the same time!

Episode 22 is a conversation with Swati Prasad. Swati is an Indian classical dancer who specializes in Odissi. She has also learned Contemporary and Ballet. She is also trained in Kalaripayattu. She believes that the grass is greener on the other side because someone has put in an effort to provide it the nourishment that it needs.

Talking points:

Finding her calling for Odissi
Learning the dance form from a traditional Gurukul
Language of dance: How different elements come together to narrate a story
Dance and mythology: The connection of classical dance forms with mythology
Dance and teaching: Imparting knowledge and experience to the next generation
Kalaripayattu: Moving inwards through movement

Be true to your teeth or they will be false to you.

There have been times when we have been too lazy to brush our teeth and have allowed an infection to fester till the pain gets to you. Episode 21 is a conversation with Dr.Sonali Kulkarni

Dr. Sonali Kulkarni is a dentist who has been practicing for the past 20 years. She completed BDS from Government Dental College and Hospital Mumbai in 1996. She is a member of Indian Dental Association. She is someone who loves interacting with people and makes sure that her doctor patient relations transcend the boundaries of the clinic and makes them a part of her family.

Some of the topics that were covered in the conversation:

The journey so far
Experience required before starting your own practice
How to maintain oral hygiene 4. Some of the dental procedures and at what level of decay are they performed
About her team
Busting a few myths like:

a) You need to go to the dentist only when your teeth hurt

b) Flossing can cause gap between the teeth

c) If I brush my teeth 5 times a day instead of 2, I will never have to visit a dentist

d) Only eating sweets causes cavities

e) Children don’t have to brush their milk teeth because they will fall off anyway

Post-Covid preventive measures that she has been taking for the safety of the patients and her staff
Message for someone who is planning to pursue BDS

“We knew we shouldn’t be ashamed. We weren’t ashamed. We were grown-ass women—which is obviously why we paraded to the restrooms with tampons secretly stuffed into our cardigan sleeves as though we were spies delivering encrypted information.

....We pretended that all of this was a myth. That we had neither fallopian tubes, nor menstrual cycles, nor breasts, nor moods, nor children. And then we took it as a compliment when one of the men in the office told us we had balls. So, tell us again how this wasn’t a man’s world.”

― Chandler Baker, Whisper Network

Episode 20 is a conversation with Deane De Menezes about her campaign, "Red is the new green". She has come a long way since starting this campaign. Not only did she educate men, women, and children alike about menstruation and menstrual hygiene, she set an example for everyone to break the taboo around menstruation and menstrual hygiene and talk about it freely. She has been awarded the "Queen's Youth Leaders Award" and has also been featured in the "Forbes 30 under 30". I hope through this episode, we are able to answer a few questions.

For you to be able to connect the dots, here are a few points that we covered during the episode:

Her journey: THe genesis story of the campaign "Red is the new Green." and the journey so far.
Educating people: Talking about menstruation and menstrual hygiene to people young and old.
Effect of the taboo around menstruation on the mental and physical health of the women
Disposal of menstrual waste: The amount of plastic generated per use and how to properly dispose of it.
Are menstrual cups and tampons safe?
The initiative "Pass on the pad" to bridge the gap between the privileged and the under privileged. You can do your bit by contributing on this link: http://bit.ly/PassOnThePad
Busting a few myths that you wonderful people generously shared with me. Deane had some interesting answers to those!

For those who want to know more about menstruation and menstrual hygiene or just connect with Deane you can do so on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redisthenewgreen_/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redisthenewGreen1/

We are but a culmination of our decisions. Every tiny choice that we made has shaped us into what we are today.

Episode 19 is a conversation with Aishwarya Vivek about her life, the decisions that she took, and her journey to becoming a wife, a mother, and a soft skills trainer. Each and every choice that she made has been detrimental in bringing her closer to her goals. We spoke about arranged marriages, the concept of the one, how research helped her a lot with her journey to motherhood and life in general, and finally making her passion into her profession. Not only the external factors, but we also touched upon how our psyche has changed over a period of time and how the pursuit of perfection is a futile dream.

I hope this conversation brings light to anyone who is asking these questions to themselves. I don't know if we have all the answers but this episode can definitely make sure that you don't feel alone.

For more such stories stay tuned to UNSETTLING

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We are moving more and more towards technology. But the emotions that are poured into writing a handwritten note or a letter cannot be replicated in an email.

Handwriting is directly connected to our subconscious, the environment we are in, the people we surround ourselves with, all contribute to the way we write or emote things on paper.

Episode 18 is a conversation with Namita Joshi who is the founder of Aatman Graphology.

What is Graphology?

Graphology is commonly known as handwriting analysis, which helps decipher your underlying psyche based on your handwriting.

Aatman began in 2011 as a hobby activity on weekends, but it soon became a contagious and overpowering passion for all those involved. This had a snowball effect which in turn led to a growing community of graphologists, trained rigorously in an autonomous and customized knowledge base and skill set influenced by international best practices.

The founder Namita Joshi is a Psychology graduate, with a Masters in Education & Democracy (2008), UK, and a Masters in Public Policy (2016). She has been a passionate student of Graphology since 2002 and has earned international experience in the subject through her memberships and networks with the British Institute of Graphologists and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Her specialization in democratic practices within education has kept her engaged with other networks such as the International Democratic Education Network (IDEN), UK and the Social Pedagogy Development Network (SPDN), UK.

To learn the art of handwriting analysis connect with her on:

Website: http://aatmangraphology.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AatmanGraphology/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aatmangraphology/?hl=en

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I love visiting new places. It gives me a sense of awe as to how different cultures left their mark on the city for all of us to admire. The intricacies in the stonework, the magnanimous buildings seem to be hiding stories within them that are just ready to unfold.

But the best kind of travel is when you move towards nature. It humbles you. You realize that you are but a tiny entity in this world full of beauty. It is where you can truly find yourself.

Episode 17 is a conversation with the founders of GET BEYOND LIMITS. Ishan Sharma and Salwat Hamrah and their love for travel came together to form this travel company. It has been six years since they started it and they believe that they have evolved as people and also as a company since it’s genesis. They both believe in the phrase GET BEYOND LIMITS and that is quite evident in their travelogue called “SPEEDBREAKERS”, in which they traverse a span of about 6607 km on a bike for 25 days, just to attend a friend’s wedding!!

Since they didn’t have a mentor when they started out, they have made sure that they impart their knowledge in the form of a compilation of stories that talk about their struggles and how they overcame them. I hope it helps someone who is just starting out and is worried about being UNSETTLED.

To travel with Salwat and Ishan, get in touch with them on:

Website: https://www.getbeyondlimits.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getbeyondlimits/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/get_beyond_limits/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetBeyondLimits For more such stories stay tuned to UNSETTLING

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Gmail: podcast.unsettling.as@gmail.com

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“What really knocks me out is a book that, when you're all done reading it, you wish the author that wrote it was a terrific friend of yours and you could call him up on the phone whenever you felt like it. That doesn't happen much, though.” ― J.D. Salinger, The Catcher in the Rye

The same happens when I watch a movie or a web series that touches my soul. I wish that it had never ended. So, I decided to get in touch with a writer and make him a terrific friend of mine.

Episode 16 is a conversation with Niranjan Parandkar about his journey of finding his calling for writing. He is a self-trained writer and he believes that the best way to learn anything is to just jump into it. He is also a professor and he loves to impart his knowledge to the younger generation.

To check out his work click on the links below:

Moving out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1HsPCIartM&list=PL6gUnfRIJg3TxO0EFB0nyLk8Oxqn1ig1x

U-turn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWeZ8F7gIdk

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There is no age to realize your passion and follow it.

Episode 15 is a conversation with Sharib Hashmi. He discovered his love for acting very early in life but was hesitant to pursue it because he thought he didn't fit the bill to be one. But he finally got out of his shell and decided to pursue acting full time! Even though he had full support from his family, he had to struggle a lot to land his first role in Jab tak hai Jaan and Filmistaan. When he did find a breakthrough, there was no turning back. He has worked in movies and web series and now he is a name that no one can forget.

He is a sweet and kind gentleman who will go out of the way to make you feel like you are a part of his family and I had a blast interacting with him in this episode.

I am appalled by his patience at my inquisitiveness.

He is a kindred soul who responds to messages. If you want to connect with him you can do so on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSharibHashmi/?tn-str=k*F

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrfilmistaani/

For more such stories stay tuned to UNSETTLING

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Gmail: podcast.unsettling.as@gmail.com

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https://linktr.ee/amritasukumar

Conversations are what keep us alive. And what is a better excuse than bonding over a cup of coffee?

Episode 14 is a conversation with Shivam Mantri, Neha Kabra, and Shefali Kataria. They felt that their city was missing a place where people could come together, interact, share ideas, or just spend some time together over a cup of coffee. That is how 3 Brick Lane Cafe was born. Thankfully their families were on board and the journey from the ideation to the execution didn't take long. Within a short span of time, the cafe came to be known for its extraordinary experimental dishes and also for the various artists that come there to perform. The three founders themselves are huge goofballs of energy and I'm sure they add to the ambiance by just being present there.

Shivam Mantri is an architect who is currently assisting his father on Residential and Commercial projects,

Neha Kabra runs her own sustainable clothing brand called Maati:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maati_nehakabra/?hl=en

Website: https://maatibynehakabra.com/

Shefali Kataria is a freelance architect who is currently working on independent Residential and Commercial Projects

If you are ever in Udaipur definitely visit 3 Brick Lane Cafe:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3bricklane/?hl=en

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Our life is a story in motion. Each moment is manifesting into the next story. And that is what is keeping us sane during this lockdown. The coronavirus has brought us closer and given us time to indulge in a bit of nostalgia and share stories of our lives with our loved ones. But there are some people who went above and beyond and created a magical reality.

Episode 13 is a conversation with Vikram Sridhar. He is a storyteller by profession?

What does a storyteller do you may ask?

He delves deep into history, finds folklore that has been forgotten, and narrates them in a way that engages his audience.

Is it only for children?

No, his stories are for young and old alike.

Does he write his own stories?

Well....to find that out, you will have to listen to the entire episode wouldn't you?

But let me tell you a small tale about today's guest and his journey:

Vikram is an Engineer and has completed his MBA. He discovered his love for storytelling when he was asked to perform for a group of children once and hasn't looked back ever since. He is an independent artist. He has also been a part of an NGO that rescues animals and that is where he gets his inspiration for most of his stories. He believes that every story can have a dual meaning, a moral for the children, and a lesson for us adults. He is a co-founder of the theatre group Tahatto, a founding member of the Bengaluru storytelling festival and a founder member of Dum Dama Dum, Children's theatre and reading festival

To listen to his stories, I would definitely recommend attending his live session and to do that connect with him on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_storytellingfellow/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vikram.sridhar.1

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AroundTheStoryTree/

For more such stories stay tuned to UNSETTLING

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Gmail: podcast.unsettling.as@gmail.com

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Being a part of city life is every person's dream. But there is one person who moved back to his home to be closer to his family.

Episode 12 is a conversation with Swapnil Harkanth. He is the co-founder of the firm Alpha Obs. They specialize in creating custom made software for their clients. Swapnil knew from a very young age that he wanted to be closer to his family and that he wanted to create job opportunities for engineers in his town. He is a self-made man and has reached this stage of his life after a lot of struggle. But he says that struggle is a part of life and if your family is close to you then you can face any adversity that is thrown your way.

For all your software, website, and app development needs, connect with him on his website:

Website: https://alphaobs.com/index.php For more such stories stay tuned to UNSETTLING

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Dance brings joy and yoga brings peace and tranquility. What happens when these two are brought together is a journey that we will traverse together in this episode.

Episode 11 is a conversation with Mimansa Ojha. She discovered her love for yoga when she was a child and was inspired by her grandmother who used to perform this art even at an older age. During her travels to Europe, she conducted workshops showcasing an amalgamation of dance and yoga which were a hit. That is when she decided to start her own Dance School called Mimansa Mudra. She has been teaching Dance Yoga for some time now and the response has been wonderful.

If you want to check her work do visit:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQb1h3OQs9P0ry3Wf2mFYtg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ojhamimansa/

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10th Episode is a milestone for me because after going through phases of quitting before starting and wondering whether this podcast would take off, I'm finally here!

So, I thought, why not talk to someone who is a multitasker like me.

Episode 10 is a conversation with Vandana Dugar. She is a homemaker, a mother, a theatre enthusiast and she also has her own startup called HIORGGANIKS. We talk about her personal journey, her discovery of theater and the hurdles that she had to face to get her startup off the ground and also to sustain it for three years. It is now becoming a well-known brand known to every woman in every household.

If you believe in going back to basics and using natural skin products instead of going for the ones filled with chemicals then you should definitely connect with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiorgganiks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiorganiks/

Website: http://www.hiorgganiks.com/

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We all wish that money can work for us instead of us working for the money.

In Episode 9 we have a conversation about the kind of Passive income sources that are available in the market that can be followed. Piyush Agarwal has been a fellow unsettler for the past two years now. He quit his job to follow his passion. But before he did that he had his passive income sources in place. He built his online presence by writing blogs on relevant and trending topics, he conducts theatre workshops to bring people closer together and also help them face their fear of the stage, he has his own podcast called Kahaani Jaani Anjani, which is one of the few podcasts out there in Hindi.

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Whoever created the first cake should be lauded. Because they gave us something more than food for the belly but rather an expression of celebration. It is something we can't live without as kids and it is the only thing that we cheat with as adults. A magical creation that is brought to life by a Baker.

Episode 8 of UNSETTLING is a conversation with a Baker Azharuddin Khadri. In this episode, we talk about his journey from becoming a chef to a baker, the complications that he faced while setting up his Bakery called Daisy Dozen by AK. He is a compelling orator and his part of the Toastmasters International Club as well where he mesmerizes people with his gift of the gab.

To get updates on his creation, follow his page:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisydozenbyak/?hl=en

He keeps posting various recipes on his stories as well!!

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What do you do when you have multiple passions? You follow them all!!

Episode 6 is a conversation with Trupti Khamkar where we talk about her stint in theatre, movies and her journey to becoming a household name.

Trupti Khamkar is an actress who has done her masters in theatre, has done 101 one-act plays and 41 full length plays, has worked in web series and has been doing stand-up comedy, she is the one who gave us the tagline, Hatt Nahi Pahije! She has also worked in Tumhari Sulu, A series called Hum, tum and them, a stint in Beecham house and has also done a Marathi Movie called Smile Please.

She is also a voice-over artist, has her own podcast called Gol Gappas which is the first Marathi Audio podcast. She also has her own YouTube channel where she talks about the problems that are faced by young girls in a fun upbeat way with the help of stories from her own life.

This woman is a huge ball of energy and I had a blast recording this podcast. She is unabashedly herself and that is what brings life to anything that she touches.

You can connect with her on

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actortrupti/?hl=en

Send her something more than just a hi and she will definitely respond to you

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/16truptik

Check out her talk called Mulgi Shikli Pragati Zhali

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The flats, the bungalows the apartments that you live in. Your workplace, your parks and the cafes that you go on dates in. The gyms where you workout, the dance classes where you sweat out, all the spaces around you that are man-made are designed by an Architect.

Episode 6 of UNSETTLING is a conversation with an Architect Akshaya Mestry. She talks about her journey of setting up her own practice, the struggles of convincing a client, and the struggles she had to face to just find a footing in this ever-competitive world are some of our conversation topics. It's been two years since she set up her own firm and since then has worked on various Commercial and Residential projects. One of her projects Wok this Way has been featured in a lot of design magazines like The Design Collective, The Architect's Diary and Design Essentia Magazine.

To browse through all the spaces that she has designed, follow her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiomestry/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/studiomestry/

The climate is changing day by day. The mindless use of resources available and our refusal to clean up the mess behind us has caused damage to the climate that might just be irrevocable if we don't take steps to mend our ways soon.

Episode 5 is a conversation with Pooja Tendulkar, who is an environmentalist and has provided environment-friendly water treatment solutions. She stumbled upon Duckweed that helps in cleaning up the water in a natural way. After Duckweed has extra nutrients in the water it can act as fodder for cattle as it is rich in protein.

We had a conversation on the kind of water treatment plants that her firm Lemnion Green Solutions provides. We also spoke about the kind of impact her projects have on the social front. Saras Baug is an excellent example of a social project that she has partaken in.

She also tells us what SETTLED means to her.

I am sure that this episode too will give you an insight into a different career path that also happens to be the need of the hour.

If you want to know more about Lemnion:

Website: www.lemnion.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lemnion/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lemniongreensolutions/?ref=br_rs

Stand-up comedy is a part and parcel of our lives. Our morning routine is incomplete without a dose of laughter from our favourite comics.

Episode 4 is a conversation of Paul Rupen who talks about the struggles of being a stand-up comic. Rupen Paul is a South Indian who did not do engineering, not because he was too cool to follow the crowd but mainly because he did not get enough marks. His jokes can find him making fun of the absurdities and oddities of life as experienced by people growing in a middle-class home. He is the winner of the 2014 Comedy Open Mic organized by Big Mic and has performed shows across the country. He considers himself a funny yet grumpy man who has quit his job to pursue a career in making people laugh at his failures.

For more funny content follow him at

Instagram: @paulrupen

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Learning a language is a tedious task. Remember how we were scored for all the essay questions during our school days?

And how we used to be penalized if we spoke in our Mother Tongue during school hours. I used to be scared of my teachers. But because of them, I am able to speak a language that was foreign to me, with ease.

Episode 3 is a conversation with Anaya Mundley about her journey of learning German. The research that went into choosing the right academy, her leap of faith into the unknown and the scope that learning a foreign language offers.

Unsettling brings to you stories of individuals who have redefined the definition of settled and are following a path that they have created for themselves.

What do I do after engineering? Is masters the answer? If yes, which field do I choose to do the masters in? All these questions and more are answered in this episode of the podcast.

In Episode 2 I am talking to a childhood friend and together we have discussed the pros and cons of the education system, what are the factors that are to be kept in mind before opting for higher studies. The scope and job opportunities that are available in this sector.

A photographer is a person who can make time stand still. He captures each moment of our lives in a frame that we can revisit and relive over and over again. A baby's smile, the bride's tears, the fruit vendors toil, and the old man's peace after he has lived his life to the fullest; all these priceless moments are what he lives for. He is the beholder of all the things of beauty that surround us and he is our window to the entire world.

Episode 1 of UNSETTLING brings to you the journey of one such photographer, who has forged his own niche in the world. He talks about his life as a photographer and about the pitfalls and hurdles that he had to encounter to reach the position that he is in today. He also talks about the key to becoming a good photographer and his passion for photography. Lastly, he leaves us with a message that is an inspiration to all the fellow photographers out there who are trying to find a footing in this field.

He has directed many short films and has also covered the band ONE DIRECTION perform live!

For more such stories, stay tuned to UNSETTLING.

And if you would like to see the magic that he has woven through his lens then here is a link to his channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo5tLQsQ02ErrY_fV5bdvTQ

And his instagram page: @riot_purist

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