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The Closet Writer ChroniclesBalaji Gopalan & Riddhi Dastidar: Exploring Speculative FictionThe show opens with Bala and Riddhi talking about what writing and creativity means to them. They share their earliest memories of writing and how each of them decided to pursue it seriously. We chat about the similarity of themes in their manuscripts and explore the space of speculative fiction, accompanied by some really cool book recommendations! We talk about poetry and it’s influence while writing fiction and what each of them is exploring with their respective manuscripts. Later, we chat about the Emerging Writers Residency, their writing routines and more book recommendations! The episode ends with excerpts fr...2025-07-261h 32
The Closet Writer ChroniclesAnisha Lalvani & Poornima Rajamani: Politics & Identity In FictionThe show opens with Anisha and Poornima talking about what writing and creativity means to them. They share their earliest memories of writing and how each of them decided to pursue it seriously. We chat about the similarity of themes in their manuscripts and delve into literature in politics and identity, sprinkled with some great book recommendations! We talk about censorship and what each of them is exploring with their respective manuscripts. Later, we chat about the Emerging Writers Residency, their writing routines and more book recommendations! The episode ends with excerpts from Anisha and Poornima’s manuscripts narrated by...2025-07-191h 51
The Closet Writer ChroniclesTCWC x HWR Emerging Writers Residency 2024Welcome to a very special series in collaboration with The Himalayan Writing Retreat! Listen to 10 new voices in 5 episodes as they talk about the ups and downs of writing a manuscript, finding their passion and the significance of a creative community. First episode drops next weekend! Tune in to the trailer to listen to a few sound bytes from the first episode!The Himalayan Writing Retreat (THWR) is a physical retreat tucked away in the Uttarakhand Himalayas. THWR was co-founded in 2016 by Chetan Mahajan & Dr Vandita Dubey. The retreat offers a variety of events...2025-07-1204 min
What's new todayHow the Cold War between the US and the Soviets shaped the Kashmir Conflict (part 2 of 3)During the Cold War, the US sought allies to support it during the war against the Soviets. Pakistan was one of those allies. In exchange, Pakistan received financial aid and military support from the US. How did the state of Jammu and Kashmir become an unintended recipient of trouble during this cold war?Source material for my research1. 'India after Gandhi' by Ramachandra Guha2. Sarah Paine's lectures on the 'War for India'3. How to constrain the Pakistani Jihadi Complex - research piece by Pranay Kothasthane from Takshashila Institution4. Tare...2025-06-2625 min
Compounding ProjectUnpacking INDIAN Diet Myths & PROTEIN Truths (4K) | Sangeetha Aiyer | CP 23Timestamps:00:00 Intro: Health & Nutrition01:20 Sangeetha’s Journey04:34 Basics of Sustainable Eating09:10 Indian Diet: Pros & Cons19:30 Protein Sources Explained33:44 How Much Protein Do You Need?45:01 Benefits of Eating Everything (Omnivore)48:00 Cooking Methods & Health51:05 Protein Costs & Access54:05 Myths About Whey Protein01:11:04 Hotseat Questions01:14:54 Fun Rapid Fire Round-------------In the 23rd episode of the Compounding Project Podcast, Certified Nutritionist Sangeetha Aiyer explores the foundations of sustainable nutrition and how it shapes our long-term health. From her personal journey overcoming obesity to debunking common myths around Indian diet & protein, Sangeetha shares practical, science-backed insights for building a healthier relationship with food—especially in the cont...2025-06-061h 17
What's new todayHow the conflict in Kashmir started between India and Pakistan (part 1 of 3)When the British left India in 1947, they decided to leave one lasting impression - divide the lands between two factions that had different views of the world. The partition of India and Pakistan had a large impact on the hills and valleys of Jammu and Kashmir. The most recent massacre in Pahalgam in Apr 2025 has left many of us wondering - why a conflict that began in 1947 still remains unresolved? I went back to the pages of Ramachandra Guha's 'India after Gandhi' to find answers to some of my questions. This episode is part 1 of 3, where I narrate the...2025-06-0332 min
What's new todayS3 E8: How do the Roman Catholics elect a new Pope?Pope Francis, a man who embraced the need for environmental protection, a man who sought to undo some of the past damages done to indigenous tribes across the world, a man who tried hard to help immigrant refugees, recently passed away. The 1.4 billion Roman Catholics across the world now need a new leader. How will they elect their next leader? 11-yr old Dheer from Surat, India tries to find out more about this. Explore more1. Listen to the episode recommended by Dheer - about refugee Olympics2. We have a newsletter for...2025-05-1614 min
What's new todayS3 E7: Quiz about places on earth (cities, countries and the like)If you ever wondered if there was any place on earth without mosquitoes, or about how big the largest library on earth looked like, or about where you would bump into the most number of English speakers in the world - you have landed upon the right podcast episode.This summer special features a quiz between two sixth graders (Advik and Devansh). More things to check out1. Listen to the episode on Captain Underpants and its author 2. Listen to the episode on wheat and lemon in Yemen3. To join...2025-05-1226 min
What's new todayS3 E6: Book review of 'The Immortals of Meluha' by Amish TripathiIn this episode, we review a book ‘the Immortals of Meluha’ by Amish Tripathi. This is the first book in a 3-part series, and is based on Lord Shiva. Earlier this month, a group of kids signed up to read this book along with me, and we got together at the end of the month, to discuss what we felt about the stories, the characters, the author’s writing style and the opinions of some critics. Co-hosts: Prakriti (11 yrs), Agastya (12 yrs), Smyan (10 yrs), Shambhavi (15 yrs)Additional info1. More about the book 'Immortals of Meluha...2025-04-3020 min
What's new todayS3 E5: Why sled dogs in Greenland have become popular for the wrong reasons?A photo with sled dogs of Greenland wading through knee-deep water, surrounded by pristine glaciers and mountains, has gone viral. The scientist who took this photo realised that most people who saw it on social media found the picture scenic, but he realised that something about the picture was scary. If the same place were photographed year after year, we would notice all that is unusual. Aesthetics aside, these photos would show us a changing trend in many corners of the earth. Climate change is real. If you want to find out exactly what about the photo is scary...2025-04-2313 min
What's new todayS3 E4: Guess What’s new at Darjeeling Zoo? Hint: The first of its kind in India.Darjeeling's zoo recently got a rare upgrade. Its zoo will serve two purposes: on one side, it will house creatures that tourists can visit and watch as they stroll around; on the other side there will be something rare and new housed in these premises. This makes it the first of its kind in India. This episode is along the lines of a 20-questions game, where 13-year old Sathwik joins the host Sangeetha, asks a series of questions and finds out what is rare and new in this zoo.Explore More1. To join Sangeetha as...2025-04-0910 min
Bibliotherapy with Bijal ShahMy Conversation with Sangeetha Menon on the Healing Power of Creativity and StoriesI hope you’ve been enjoying SEASON 3 of my podcast Bibliotherapy with Bijal Shah so far! Episodes published to date discuss literary journaling and reflective practice with literacy coach and bookologist Stephanie Affinito, books that celebrate women writers with a specific focus on women’s empowerment and the rise of romantasy and it’s intersection with bibliotherapy with lots more valuable bibliotherapy content coming up to look forward to! In today’s episode, I wanted to introduce my conversation with writer, editor and podcaster, Sangeetha Menon on the healing power of creativity and stories. This was a session that was reco...2025-04-071h 44
The Closet Writer ChroniclesO Aishwarya : The Blind Bookworm - Part 2Season 4 finale! The episode opens with Aishwarya talking about what creativity means to her. We continue our conversation on AI and its relationship with disability and accessibility. We delve into Aishwarya’s journey as a visual artist as a blind person and how she’s challenging the status quo on who can be an artist. Later, she talks about her process and routine as a writer. We also talk about poetry and resources for poetry writing month. We exchange more recommendations on books and tv shows. The episode ends with poetry written & narrated by Aishwarya.O...2025-03-2948 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesO Aishwarya : The Blind Bookworm - Part 1Season 4 Finale! The episode opens with Aishwarya talking about what creativity means to her. Aishwarya shares her earliest memories of being creative and writing and what that’s been like as a blind person. She shares various experiences and perspectives on disability and accessibility and her work regarding the same. She also shares book recommendations. Later Aishwarya talks about how AI and assistive technology has helped her, but also how nuanced it is and what seems to be missing. The episode ends with poetry written & narrated by Aishwarya.O. Aishwarya is currently pursuing Doctoral st...2025-03-291h 10
The Closet Writer ChroniclesVishala Ramswami: Creative MicrocosmsThe episode opens with Vishala talking about what creativity means to her. She shares her earliest memories of being creative. We talk about reading and books. We delve into Vishala’s various creative pursuits – Comaya a community celebrating creativity, wellness & Indian wilderness, and Theta Tales, a micro-publishing house. Vishala shares how writing started for her and how she’s been engaging with different formats. We also talk about her early carrer days and the school she runs in rural Tamil Nadu. The episode ends with an excerpt from Vishala’s book narrated by her.Vishala...2025-03-081h 12
The Closet Writer ChroniclesAshwitha Jayakumar: Excavating StoriesThe episode opens with Ashwitha talking about what creativity means to her. Ashwitha shares how she decided to pursue a degree in literature and medieval history. We chat about how she started writing and what the publishing process has been like. She talks about her experience as a teacher and how that’s influenced her writing. We also delve into her interest in history and her inclination towards writing and creating more books in this space. We also exchange recommendations for books, anime, tv shows and video games! She also talks about a publishing house she’s setting up with...2025-03-011h 20
The Closet Writer ChroniclesUnmana: Creating A BibliomysteryThe episode opens with Unmana talking about what creativity means to them. Unmana shares how they got into writing, their writing routine and how vulnerable they choose to be with their work. We chat about their experience in marketing, their perspective on publicity especially for books today, and their relationship with social media. We also talk about their debut book - from the idea to getting published. Unamana also shares their perspective on gender & sexuality and talks about queer literature. Later, we exchange book recommendations. The episode ends with an excerpt from Unmana’s book narrated by them....2025-02-221h 22
The DissidentsFSF Ep. 21: Free Speech, Religion, & Living Authentically | Sangeetha Shankar "Speak up. Your voice is important." In this episode of the Free Speech Forward podcast, Chris and Joia speak with Sangeetha Shankar, who shares her journey as an advocate for free speech, a journey rooted in her upbringing in India and her experiences as a homeschooling mother. Sangeetha discusses the challenges faced by Hindu communities, particularly in light of the SB 403 bill in California, which she argues would lead to racial profiling and discrimination. She also emphasizes the importance of free speech for individual and societal flourishing, drawing on her Hindu beliefs that celebrate freedom and diversity of thought. ...2025-02-1821 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesAshwin Muthiah: Unbottling Life Through StoriesDisclaimer: This episode contains content on alcohol. Listeners are advised to tune in if they are above the legal drinking age. The episode opens with Ashwin talking about what creativity means to him. Ashwin shares his earliest memory of being creative. He talks about his early career days and the different start-ups he’s run over the years. We chat about how his interest in wine started and how unPINNED Wine was born. We also talk about his manuscript and docu-series In Pursuit of Flavour. He also shares misconceptions people have about wine and wi...2025-02-151h 37
Something Bigger Talk ShowWhy Your Diet Isn’t Working – Sangeetha’s Guide to Balanced EatingNutritionist Sangeetha Aiyer shares expert tips on diet, protein, and sustainable health habits. Learn how to prioritize protein, customize your diet, and balance nutrition while respecting cultural food traditions.👇 About the guestSangeetha Aiyer is a nutritionist and the founder of a health service called Rewrite Your Story. She has personally transformed her own life through an animal-based diet and now coaches others to achieve their health goals.👇 Top 5 takeaways:* Prioritise protein: This is especially important because modern lifestyles are less physically demand...2025-02-101h 10
The Closet Writer ChroniclesBijal Shah: The Healing Power Of StoriesThe episode opens with Bijal talking about what creativity means to her. Bijal shares her earliest memory of being creative. We talk about her early career days in accounting and how she got interested in bibliotherapy. We chat about her reading routine and how she curates book lists. Bijal also shares a bit about her platform Book Therapy and some of the courses she teaches on there. We also talk about some of her favourite books. The episode ends with a piece written & narrated by Bijal.Bijal Shah is a bibliotherapist, counsellor and author...2025-02-081h 40
The Closet Writer ChroniclesPinkLungi: Part 2 - CulturepreneursThe episode opens with Govindan talking about what creativity means to him. Aishwarya and him talk about how PinkLungi caters to a larger audience while appearing niche and their future expansion plans. We discuss how they divide roles while balancing their personal & professional lives. They share how they resolve conflict and how they deal with burnout. We talk about social media and validation. They also share how they’re intergrating AI into their creative process. Later, Govindan & Aishwarya share their favourite books, shows, podcasts & a lot more! The episode ends with a piece written & narrated by Govindan.
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The Closet Writer ChroniclesPinkLungi: Part 1 - CulturepreneursThe episode opens with Aishwarya talking about what creativity means to her. Govindan and her then share their earliest memories of being creative. We delve into their educational and career choices. They share how they met and how their relationship evolved and the origin story of PinkLungi. We also talk about how they took the decision to transition out of their respective jobs and focus on PinkLungi full time. Aishwarya and Govindan also share how they curate pieces for the platform, AI tools that they use and how they found their brand voice. The episode ends with a personal...2025-01-251h 09
What's new todaySpace news stories - new milestones achieved in 20242024 was a year that marked some interesting achievements in the field of space. Missions to moon have been relaunched by NASA, the International Space Station's ending days have been charted and India's defense systems just tested new missiles. To speak about the space stories that inspired them the most, four primary schoolers joined us to share their views.
1. Order your copy of our book for kids 'Bag of stories from 2024' by clicking here. Each copy costs INR 399/- (we are able to fulfil all orders placed inside India only at the moment)
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Dialogues in Asian American Theology and Ministry PodcastChrist-Like Love Beyond Stigma and Shame feat. Sangeetha Thomas | Dialogues PodcastIn this episode, David Chao, director of the Center for Asian American Christianity, welcomes back psychotherapist Sangeetha Thomas, owner of Nepsis Counseling in Dallas, Texas. David and Sangeetha revisit key themes from their earlier conversation, including the challenging topic of death and loss, and expand on how individuals and communities can navigate mental well-being within a faith-centered framework. Join us as we dive deep into the intersections of mental health, faith, and the Asian American Christian experience. Sangeetha Thomas will be a plenary speaker at the 2025 Mental Health Conference "Navigating Transitions with Faith & Resilience: Asian American Mental...2024-12-1959 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesPravin Shanmughanandam: Into The WildernessThe episode opens with Pravin talking about what storytelling means to him. Pravin talks about his early days in corporate life and how he found his calling with filmmaking and becoming a naturalist. We delve into how he founded Pollachi Papyrus and Pollachi Itineraries. Pravin shares his perspective on conservation and conservation filmmaking. He talks about responsible tourism and archiving records on the bio-diversity of his hometown. We later chat about some of Pravin’s work – his short films – and how that’s led him to do impactful work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. The episode ends with an artic...2024-12-141h 39
The Closet Writer ChroniclesUtkarsh Dalal: AI, Gaming & CreativityThe episode opens with Utkarsh talking about what creativity means to him. He shares his earliest memory of being creative and how he got into writing with his anonymous blog. Utkarsh talks about how he wanted to pursue a career in journalism and writing but then realising that it wasn’t something he wanted to pursue professionally. We chat about his career choices as a software engineer and then working in policy. He later talks about his start-up GameAway.in, a cloud gaming company. We also talk about validation, cancel culture and books. Utkarsh also shares his thoughts on in...2024-12-071h 21
What's new todayHow to write stories - Conversation with Menaka Raman, a children’s authorChildren come up with ideas and stories like magicians pulling rabbits out of hats—nobody knows how, but it’s endlessly entertaining. It’s a mix of imagination (and maybe a little too much candy). But how can they turn their ideas into a well-written story? Menaka Raman, an award-winning children’s author, joins us in this episode. She chats with five young, budding authors about the tricks in her bag for writing great stories.
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The Closet Writer ChroniclesKarthik Venkatesh: Inside An Editor's MindThe episode opens with Karthik talking about what creativity means to him. He shares his earliest memory of being creative and how he started out with writing. Karthik talks about his stint in business development and his shift to education, where he taught English and History! We chat about his experience as a teacher and his move to publishing. Karthik sheds light on the editorial process of a book and we chat about different aspects of an editorial job. We then talk about how he chose to pursue writing more seriously and his debut book. Karthik also shares about...2024-11-301h 26
The Closet Writer ChroniclesBhavika Govil: A Novel DreamThe episode opens with Bhavika talking about what creativity means to her. We talk about how her interest in writing started and her early days as a journalist. Bhavika talks about why she chose to study writing formally and how that’s helped her craft and growth. We delve into her writing process with regard to POV, writing routine and structure. Later, she shares some of her favourite books and TV shows. She also shares a bit about her debut novel, Hot Water. The episode ends with an excerpt from Hot Water narrated by Bhavika.
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The Planet Forward With Preetha: Conversations for a Greener FutureCrafting Dreams: Sangeetha Peter on Empowerment, Self-Belief, and Carving a Niche in the Luxury WorldIntroducing Sangeetha Peter: A True Testament to Believing in Yourself and Following Your Dreams In today’s episode of Planet Forward with Preetha: Conversations for a Greener Future, we dive into a conversation with Sangeetha Peter, a woman who not only believed in herself but carved out a unique space in the luxury jewelry industry through sheer determination and vision. From humble beginnings to becoming one of Coimbatore’s most sought-after jewelry curators, Sangeetha's journey is one of resilience, passion, and self-belief. Her work has brought high-end brands and exquisite luxury trunk shows to Coimbatore, show...2024-10-2328 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesArun Kale: Helter SkelterThe episode opens with Arun talking about what creativity means to him. Arun shares his earliest memory of being creative and how he started out on his creative journey. He talks about his experience as a graphic designer and his teaching stint. We then delve into how he started Helter Skelter and Astray and what his curation process is like. Later, we talk about social media and the different formats that exist today for stories. Arun also shares his thoughts on AI. The episode ends with Arun reading the editor’s note from Helter Skelter’s latest volume.
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What's new todayS2 E106: A comparison of two countries with crude oil - one grew rich and the other poorJust like the tale of the old man whose three sons used their silver coins differently, this episode explores how two countries used their pots of liquid gold differently. This episode is styled like a 'Discovery Game'.
We drop new information about what happens in each country every few years, as the game goes on. The cohost (Devansh, 5th grader from Kolkata) makes guesses about what happens to each of these countries. Devansh also gets to decide where he would like to live in (and is allowed to shift between the two countries freely) as the game...2024-10-1825 min
Ops CastDriving CDP Adoption at a Large Organization with Sangeetha Parsan and Mary WallaceText us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Today we are joined by Sangeetha Parsan and Mary Wallace from Informa to talk about the lessons learned from rolling out a CDP at a global enterprise organization.Sangeetha is Vice President, Professional Services at Informa. She has been in IT leadership in various capacities at Informa for several years. Prior to Informa, she was part of IT project management and technology with UBM, which was acquired by Informa. And, her early career was in solution architecture for web/CMS/Ecommerce. Mary Wallace i...2024-10-0745 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesTejas Gambhir: A Sufi SoulNote: This episode is in Hinglish. The episode opens with Tejas talking about what creativity means to him. We talk about how his interest in music began and how he went about making it a professional pursuit. Tejas shares his take on having an agent and how he initiated his signature Qawali venture Mehfil-E-Sufi. He also talks about his relationship with social media and what going viral was like. We later chat about his favourite artists and influences. The episode ends with excerpts from two pieces written and narrated by Tejas.
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The Closet Writer ChroniclesKrish Raghav: Pop-Culture From An Asian LensThe episode opens with Krish talking about what creativity means to him. We chat about how he started writing and illustrating. Krish talks about his time in Delhi as a journalist, a student in Singapore and his life in Beijing as an artist. We talk about his deep interest in music and how that’s influenced him. Later, he talks about Chaoyang Trap a quirky publication on socio-political and cultural themes in China. We also share book recommendations and discuss Krish’s favourite artists. The episode ends with an excerpt from a piece written and narrated by Krish.
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The Closet Writer ChroniclesRabia Kapoor: A Girl In Love With WordsThe episode opens with Rabia talking about what creativity means to her. We talk about her earliest memories of being creative and how her school and family played a role in building her creative interests. We delve into her process as a writer and talk about voice and being vulnerable. Rabia also shares her thoughts on social media and how studying writing has helped her hone her skills. Later, we exchange book recommendations. The episode ends with a piece written and narrated by Rabia.
Rabia Kapoor is a writer from Mumbai. She is primarily...2024-09-211h 32
The Swinging Palm Trees PodcastEpisode #135 with Sangeetha KowsikOn today's episode I chat with Sangeetha Kowsik , founder and creator of Ihsanishan Design. Sangeetha talks about her role as the serving Hindu Chaplain at NYU/Columbia, the importance of her faith and why she is affectionately called 'The Puja Queen'; and furthering interfaith dialogue.We talk about her career as a designer, including her role as the previous Head Designer for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, being a trained Arab/Islamic calligrapher and the influences that inspire her work.Sangeetha and I also discuss the importance of representation and normalisation, dismantling stigmas and stereotypes, wh...2024-09-1857 min
Non Linear Learning - Rethinking Education for Neurodivergent Learners156 Creating a Sustainable Future and Community for Adults with Disabilities with Sangeetha Chakrapani In this episode, we address a crucial and often daunting question for parents of children with disabilities: How will my child be supported when I am no longer around? Many of us, as parents, carry the weight of this question, wondering about our children’s future in our absence. Today, my guest Sangeetha Chakrapani offers a powerful and hopeful answer. Sangeetha is the founder trustee of Together Foundation in Mumbai and co-founder of the Together Community, a residential project for adults with disabilities located in Hosur, Greater Bengaluru. She is also a mot...2024-09-1129 min
What's new todayQueens who ruled India (4): Rudramadevi - the warrior who guarded the greatest diamondsRudramadevi, a warrior queen from South India made an astonishing ascent to the throne, thanks to her royal lineage. Nevertheless she faced much patriarchy and her rule was challenged from all quarters - both from inside and outside. During her rule, the Kakatiya kingdom was attacked from the North, West and the South repeatedly. She managed to thwart all invasion attempts. She strengthened the defense forces by adding to the height and thickness of the Warrangal fort. The Kohinoor diamond was mined in her kingdom and adorned the crown of the reigning deity. Much later, it was plundered by...2024-07-0416 min
The Lighthouse LegacyS1 E11: Mrs. Sangeetha Joseph | The Lighthouse Legacy PodcastIn this casual and delightful episode, we sit down with Sangeetha Ma'am for an engaging conversation. Known for her warm personality and approachable nature, Sangeetha Ma'am shares her thoughts on a variety of topics, offering insights and stories from her journey. Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable chat with one of Bethany's cherished educators.
Interviewers:
Adnan Merchant - 10E
Mrinalini Priya - 10E
Podcast Core Team:
Satya Mahesh Suchak - 10B
Nikhil Kurian Jacob - 10B
Aaron Jacob - 10A
Shreyansh Parida - 10B
Yuv Mudapa - 10B
Special thanks to:
Nicole Ryall
Chris Sanandam
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Distinctly You with Sherifah MunisSangeetha Gopalakrishnan: Embracing Value from Life's ExperiencesIn today's episode of the Distinctly You Podcast, Sherifah has an inspiring conversation with special guest Sangeetha Gopalakrishnan, exploring her transformational journey from nursing to tech entrepreneurship. Sangeetha shares what sparked her interest in the technology space and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way, highlighting the importance of embracing diverse experiences and believing in yourself.In this episode, Sherifah and Sangeetha discuss:-The challenges that come with making a massive career change-Staying committed to your vision no matter what-Embracing past experiences without regret-What it...2024-05-0124 min
The Published ClubMeera Makes Aloo Paratha by Sangeetha NarayanA Picture Book About Cooking Indian Food With KidsLearning can be a wonderful experience.You can learn from others, or by doing or by reading a book. Or you can read this wonderful book where Meera’s Dadaji teaches her to make an aloo paratha while teaching her that in life, often we have to take a deep breath and be open minded before we can take any decisions about our relationships.This heart-warming story takes you into the heart of the Indian ki...2024-03-1712 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesShrenik Rao: The Madras CourierIt's our season finale and I'm talking to Shrenik Rao! The episode opens with Shrenik talking about what writing and creativity means to him. He shares his early childhood memory of coming up with an evening edition newspaper and how that sparked his interest in journalism. We delve into his journey with entrepreneurship in the media space and his experience as a documentary filmmaker. We talk about how he revived The Madras Courier and his editorial process. Later, we chat about his upcoming book and some of his favourite writers. The episode ends with an article written & narrated by...2024-03-091h 40
The Closet Writer ChroniclesShalini Mullick: Empathy In Medicine & StorytellingThe episode opens with Shalini talking about what creativity and storytelling means to her. We delve into how she chose medicine as a career with a specialisation in respiratory pathology. Shalini talks about her experience during the corona pandemic and how it started her writing journey. We talk about books, burnout and if you need to be a reader to write. The episode ends with Shalini reading an excerpt from her book.
Shalini is a pulmonary pathologist and writer. During the day, she’s managing her lab or working on complex biopsy reports. As a...2024-03-021h 23
Kiasu Design Life28: Chat with Sangeetha - Hiring insights from a design recruiterA design recruiter has joined the chat! Join us with Sangeetha as she shared insights of design job market, hiring and staying competitive in Singapore.___Our guest: Sangeetha SelvarajaReach out to her on LinkedInDynamics of Singapore's Product Design Job MarketThank you Alistair and Brief for sponsoring the space! ♥️___Timestamp:(00:00) Intro(09:02) Sangeetha's day as a recruiter(14:50) Stereotypes of a recruiter(17:41) Design job market in SG(26:29) How recruiters classify designers(30:24) Career paths for UX in SG(3...2024-02-261h 09
What's new todayS2 E59: 20 questions Game: Dogs in an Italian town are getting their DNA tested - Why?In a town in Italy, all dog owners have to pay 65 euros to the city corporation. This is to get their dog's DNA tested. Why is this being mandated?Three children (4th grader Smyan, 4th grader Dhruv and 8th grader Aadya) ask the host Sangeetha questions, to decipher why dogs in this Italian city are being tested.Loved the show? To support us, please click hereWant to listen to more episodes on this channel? 3 recommended episodes(a) How video game characters started to feature more female char...2024-02-0513 min
What's new todayS2 E58: 20 questions Game: School attendance is falling - what trick one Ohio district wants to doIn one district in Ohio, the public school students have recorded high rates of absenteeism. So the district government has proposed a new policy. What is this policy?Three children (4th grader Smyan, 4th grader Dhruv and 8th grader Aadya) ask the host Sangeetha questions, to decipher what the new policy is.Loved the show? To support us, please click hereWant to listen to more episodes on this channel? 3 recommended episodes(a) How video game characters started to feature more female characte...2024-02-0216 min
In The Gap#012 | ft. Sangeetha Gowda | Diversity & Representation in Australian FilmsSangeetha Gowda is an Actor, Writer and Film Director. Over the past 6 years, her work has been featured at International Short Film Festivals, bagging several wins along the way. She joins us In The Gap, to share her story of growing up as a mixed-race ethnic child in Australia and how it has impacted her style of art. We also discuss the Film & Acting Industry of Australia and the need for true representation, in one of the world's most diverse countries.
Sangeetha's Website
Sangeetha's Instagram
NOAH Films
NOAH on Instagram
Diversity Australia Magazine
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Misadventures of a Sneaker || A Travel PodcastEp 4: Chronicles of Chola Majesty: Exploring the Ponniyin Selvan Trail with George and SangeethaRemember the blockbuster release of Ponniyin Selvan this year. The gripping tale, stellar performances, and captivating grandeur of Southern Indian palaces and architecture left us all in awe. But wait, there's more!
In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce two history buffs, George and Sangeetha, who embarked on the actual Ponniyin Selvan trail, exploring the majestic royal and heritage sites depicted in the film. Not mere movie sets, mind you, but the very locations where the Chola kings reigned.
From exploring majestic temples to savoring the authentic flavors of South Indian delicacies, and weaving captivating...2023-08-181h 28
Life Beats with SirishaBridging the Gap: How Speech Therapy Helps Children & School Students Overcome Communication Obstacles-Sangeetha SubramanianSchool is almost here! Do you know a child who might benefit from speech therapy resources or maybe you are wondering what Speech Therapy means.Sangeetha Subramanian is a Speech Language Pathologist based out of Plano, Texas. I have seen the impact accessing the right resources can have on a child's life and on their overall development. The earlier you can access the needed resources, the earlier you can see the impact. We'll be diving into the world of speech therapy and exploring how it can make a profound difference in people's lives. This episode i...2023-07-2724 min
DostcastWhy INDIAN DIET Leads To DIABETES | Dostcast w/ Sangeetha Aiyer
Sangeetha Aiyer is a nutritionist based out of Mumbai and an advocate of animal-based diets. She has been successful in radically transforming the health of her multiple clients.
Dive in with us as Vinamre and Sangeetha:
- Break some age-old myths surrounding diets
- Talk about tested health hacks that improve lifestyles
- Discuss solutions for vegetarians
Check Out Sangeetha’s Twitter : https://twitter.com/saaiyer
Check Out Sangeetha’s Website : https://www.rewriteyourstory.in
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
1:20 Vinamre’s experience with a carnivore diet
4:15 Diet preferences becoming your identity
11:45 Disease avoidance vs health
13:39 Three simple things to be healthy as a v...2023-07-012h 15
The Closet Writer ChroniclesAyush Handa: Phoenix SymphonyTrigger Warning: Addiction
The episode opens with Ayush talking about what creativity means to him. Ayush shares how he started playing piano and how he cultivated his interest in music. He talks about his various pursuits as a creative - composing, singing, songwriting, and playing piano. He gives his perspective on the music industry and shares some interesting facts. We talk about his newfound interest in investment advisory services and how he set up hist music studio during the pandemic. Later, he shares his experience with addiction, what he wished someone had told him...2023-04-291h 20
Leaders in Supply Chain Talent#17: Sangeetha Rajalakshmi, Head International Human Resources at Tyson FoodsSangeetha Rajalakshmi is currently the Head of International Human Resources at Tyson Foods. She is responsible for People at Tyson foods international with teams across Asia, including China, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America. Sangeetha previously held senior HR roles at Glaxo SmithKline, Unilever, and Whirlpool before joining Tyson to lead HR for all their businesses outside of the USDiscover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:Sangeetha’s very interesting journey within HR and how she joined Tyson Fo...2023-04-2446 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesNikhil Menon: Writing & Future TechnologyThe episode opens with Nikhil talking about what writing means to him. He shares how he got into writing and his creative influences. We chat about how he decided to pursue a career as a writer, his first screenplay for a Malayalam movie, dealing with a setback, and how he moved into writing about future technology. He shares his thoughts on AI replacing writers and his perspective on ghostwriting. The episode ends with an article on future technology replacing jobs written and narrated by Nikhil.
Nikhil Menon is a professional Content Developer specialising in...2023-04-151h 26
The Closet Writer ChroniclesSanaa Mariam: Cinema Is ForeverThe episode opens with Sanaa talking about what storytelling means to her. Sanaa shares her early memories of being creative and how the film bug bit her. She talks about how she always knew she wanted to be a director and her decision to study film. She shares how she joined Madras Talkies, what her journey has been like and how working with Mani Ratnam has shaped her as a creative. Later, we talk about the Ponniyin Selvan movies, book to screen adaptations and remakes. The episode ends with a script written and narrated by Sanaa.
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The Closet Writer ChroniclesKuriakose Vaisian: Finding The Fun & The FunnyThe episode opens with Kuriakose talking about what writing and creativity means to him. We talk about his earliest memory of being creative, how he started writing and decided to pursue a creative career. He talks about being a journalist, content creator and then becoming the editor-in-chief at Tinkle Comics during the pandemic! We chat about his move to the Netherlands and his love for stand-up comedy. He goes on to share his journey with stand-up and what he hopes to achieve. Later, we talk about his different creative influences and his entrepreneurial venture! The episode closes with an...2023-04-011h 25
The Closet Writer ChroniclesAndrew Prashanth (CG Salamander) : An Origin StoryThe episode opens with Andrew talking about why he loves the comic book format and what creativity means to him. We talk about how he decided to become a writer. Andrew shares his early days of studying engineering and deciding to make the jump to writing. He talks about taking up the job of a tour guide and how that's helped his writing. He talks about why he decided on the pen name CG Salamander and his plans to write under his own name one day. He talks about his creative partnership with Rajiv Eipe and his hopes for...2023-03-181h 24
What's new todayEpi 99: Adventure Book series recommended for young readers by a tweenLove solving puzzles? Enjoy listening to mythological stories? You're very likely to enjoy the two book series that our child co-host in this episode recommends.11-year old Saathvika who goes to New Albany Elementary School from Columbus , Ohio (USA) shares her thoughts on two book series - the Aru Shah series and the Greystone Secrets series. Listen to her to find out what these two book series are about. She also has plenty of reflection questions - both for the host Sangeetha and our liste...2023-03-0618 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesMeghaa Gupta: Green Literature & Children's BooksThe episode opens with Meghaa talking about what writing means to her. She shares how she started writing and her creative influences. We talk about publishing, rights management and book to screen adaptations. Later, we chat about her interest in children's books with a specialised focus on green literature. The episode ends with Meghaa narrating excerpts from her book 'After Midnight'.
Meghaa Gupta is an author and festival curator! In 2018, she made her foray into children's writing with the award-winning picture book, A Home of Our Own, and in 2020, the children's imprint of Penguin...2023-02-181h 25
The Closet Writer ChroniclesShasvathi Siva: Claiming Your NarrativeThe episode opens with Shasvathi talking about what writing means to her. We talk about her earliest memories of being creative, her first piece of writing and her creative influences. Shasvathi takes us through her choice of taking up a career in marketing & advertising. We also talk about AI and ChatGPT's influence on marketing, today. Shasvathi shares her entrepreneurial journey with Cowvathi and her hopes of resuming it. Later, we talk about her work with advocating for normalisation of divorce and her book on the same theme. The episode ends with an excerpt of an article written & narrated by...2023-02-111h 28
The Closet Writer ChroniclesPragya Bhagat: Living LimitlesslyThe episode opens with Pragya talking about what writing & creativity mean to her. We chat about how she got into writing professionally and her earliest memories of being creative. She shares her take on belonging & identity. We delve into how she wrote both her memoirs and get an insight to her writing process. Later, she opens up about her relationship with body image and mental health. The episode ends with Pragya reading an excerpt from her memoir, 'Swimming In Our Oceans'.
Pragya Bhagat is an award-winning essayist and spoken word poet. Her work has...2023-02-041h 11
The Habit Coach with Ashdin DoctorWhat is The Carnivore Diet? ft. Sangeetha AiyerSangeetha Aiyer is a nutritionist and the founder of a health service called Rewrite Your Story. She has personally transformed her own life through an animal-based diet and now coaches others to achieve their health goals. In this episode, Sangeetha tells us about what the Carnivore/Animal Based Diet looks like, shares what her meals look like, the benefits of such a diet, a few client stories, and lots more insight into nutrition. You can reach out to Sangeetha at: Twitter | Instagram | Rewrite Your Story You can watch the full video episodes of Th...2022-12-2936 min
The Habit Coach with Ashdin DoctorThe Case against Plants ft. Sangeetha AiyerSangeetha Aiyer is a nutritionist and the founder of a health service called Rewrite Your Story. She has personally transformed her own life through an animal-based diet and now coaches others to achieve their health goals. In this episode, Sangeetha tells us her journey through the years of having PCOD & Pre Diabetes, learning about food, and achieving fitness. Ashdin & her also discuss the pros & cons of plants in food, and the systemic issues when it comes to nutrition. You can reach out to Sangeetha at: Twitter | Instagram | Rewrite Your Story You can wa...2022-12-2731 min
The Closet Writer ChroniclesPrathyush Parasuraman: Making Of A MaverickIt's our mid-season finale and I'm talking to Prathyush Parasuraman! The episode opens with Prathyush talking about what creativity and storytelling means to him. We chat about his career from pursuing a PhD in Economics to a dramatic move to Mumbai to pursue a career in writing. He shares his earliest memories of being creative and his influences. We also talk about books and movies! Later, he talks about his relationship with gender and sexuality. The episode ends with a fun rapid fire and an excerpt from a story written & narrated by Prathyush.
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What's new todayGeopolitics in 2022: funniest and most interesting stuff from countries around the world!We are always looking for ways to improve our podcast. Please click here to fill this survey questionnaire (2 min.) to help us. (https://s.surveyplanet.com/d79mitslIn this wrap-up about news from countries and events around the world, 4 curious children join the host Sangeetha, to talk about what they found the most interesting this year. Ananya Mathur from DPS Nagpur, Thejas Reddy from VIS, Delhi and Trayee from AAIS Chennai, discuss stories about Taiwan, Ukraine, the UK, the Yemen con...2022-12-0515 min