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In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, we explore Nayantara Som’s journalism career journey — from studying at Loreto College, Kolkata and St. Xavier’s, Mumbai to entering the fast-paced newsroom of The Indian Express.
Nayantara shares how her love for reading, curiosity about the world, and communication skills shaped her early path into journalism. She speaks openly about newsroom life in India, navigating deadlines, safety, confidence, gender dynamics, and the realities every young journalist faces.
If you’re wondering how to become a journalist, seeking career guidance for students, or exploring media careers in India, this episode is packed with honest insights and lessons.
This is the foundation of her story — before her major transition into corporate communications and global digital leadership.
Part 2 will follow her journey from journalism to the corporate world.
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