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Moments with MamtaService, Strategy, and a Smile: The Journey of Mayor Hemant MaratheIn this engaging and insightful episode of Moments with Mamta, Mamta Narula welcomes Mr. Hemant Marathe, the Mayor of West Windsor, New Jersey, for a conversation about leadership, community, and the resilience required to navigate both public service and private business. A man of many hats, PhD engineer, business owner, and long-time public servant, Hemant’s story is one of adapting to change with grace and a persistent smile.Born in India and having lived in West Windsor for over 31 years, Hemant considers the town his true home. His journey into pu...
2026-02-1032 min
Moments with MamtaFrom Finance to Fine Dining: The Culinary Evolution of Chef NandiniIn this inspiring episode of Moments with Mamta, Mamta Narula sits down with Chef Nandini, the creative force behind Masala Clan, for a deep dive into the courage it takes to pivot toward one's true passion. From her humble beginnings in Patna, Bihar, to the high-pressure kitchens of Michelin-starred restaurants, Nandini’s journey is a masterclass in persistence and professional reinvention.Born into a family where success was traditionally measured by financial stability, Nandini initially followed a conventional path, earning a Master’s in Financial Risk Management and building a career in finance. Howe...
2026-02-0330 min
Moments with MamtaDreams, Discipline, and Designing a Life You Love: The Journey of Rajeev RajpalIn this inspiring episode of Moments with Mamta, Rajeev Rajpal joins Mamta for an honest and uplifting conversation about dreams, resilience, reinvention, and the power of designing life with intention. A warm, charismatic personality and a lifelong dreamer, Raj’s story reflects decades of hard work, adaptability, and self-belief.Growing up in a modest family in India, Raj was surrounded by ambition and driven by a desire to do better each day. While still in college, he unexpectedly entered the world of modeling and advertising, building a full-fledged agency that worked wi...
2025-12-3031 min
Moments with MamtaPreserving Culture Through Food: The Journeys of Chef Roshni Gurnani and Chef Hemant MathurIn this special episode of Moments with Mamta, Mamta welcomes not one, but two extraordinary guests, Chef Roshni Gurnani and Chef Hemant Mathur, whose lives and careers are a testament to resilience, passion, and the power of food as cultural storytelling. Together, they represent generations of dedication to Indian cuisine while redefining its place on the global stage.Chef Roshni Gurnani shares her journey as a classically trained chef who chose to step away from cooking for others to focus on her own culinary voice. Rooted in Sindhi heritage, her work...
2025-12-2356 min
Moments with MamtaLiving a Life of Purpose, Service, and Gratitude: The Journey of Menka SoniIn this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of Moments with Mamta, Menka Soni joins Mamta for a heartfelt conversation about purpose, resilience, spirituality, and service. A corporate leader, community builder, nonprofit founder, healer, and newly elected Redmond City Council member, Menka’s life is a reflection of impact-driven leadership.Born and raised in Lucknow, India, Menka shares her journey of growing up in a conservative household, moving to the United States, and building a multifaceted life rooted in compassion and action. From a 30-year corporate career with organizations like Microsoft, Starbucks, and T-Mobile to...
2025-12-1632 min
Moments with MamtaFrom Hyderabad to America: The Culinary Journey of Chef Prasad ChirnomulaIn this inspiring episode of Moments with Mamta, Chef Prasad Chirnomula joins Mamta to share the remarkable journey that led him to become one of Connecticut’s most celebrated culinary figures and a pioneer of elevated Indian cuisine in the United States.Born into a family of doctors in Hyderabad, Chef Prasad chose a completely different path one driven by passion, curiosity, and an unwavering love for food. From his early training in India to arriving in America with almost nothing, working as a busboy, and slowly rising through every position in the ki...
2025-12-0938 min
Moments with MamtaFinding Balance: Medicine, Motherhood & Mindfulness with Dr. Kavita GuptaIn this uplifting episode of Moments with Mamta, host Mamta Narula sits down with Dr. Kavita Gupta, a pain-management physician, wellness coach, mother, and lifelong learner who believes inspiration should be part of everyday life.Dr. Kavita opens up about balancing a demanding medical career with emotional wellness, creativity, friendships, and family. She reflects on her early years as one of the few Indian-American children growing up in the U.S., her journey from engineering to medicine, and the rising challenges physicians face today, including burnout and stress.
2025-12-0222 min
Moments with MamtaFrom Kerala to New York: The Culinary Journey of Chef Regi MathewIn this flavorful episode of Moments with Mamta, host Mamta Narula sits down with acclaimed chef and restaurateur Chef Regi Mathew, the visionary behind Kappa Chakka Kandhari and the man responsible for bringing the true spirit of Kerala’s cuisine to New York City. The name Chatti refers to the traditional clay pot central to Kerala’s toddy shops and homes. This emblem of Kerala’s culinary heritage sets the stage for a dining experience that brings the bold flavors and rustic charm of toddy shop food – a micro-cuisine with a cult fol...
2025-11-2522 min
Moments with MamtaChoosing Happiness Over Success: A Heartfelt Conversation with Tariq KhanDescriptionIn this inspiring opening episode of Moments with Mamta, host Mamta Narula sits down with Tariq Khan, a marketing leader, professor, author, and global traveler, to explore the meaningful moments that shaped his journey from corporate success to a life driven by purpose and fulfillment. Khan is a Clinical Associate Professor of Integrated Marketing and Communications at NYU, holding a BBA from Baruch College and an MBA from the University of St. John's, and is a recognized business leader, published author, and keynote speaker. His expertise s...
2025-11-1827 min