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The SoapyRao ShowHuman Doings or Beings?Join us as our host Sundeep Rao embarks on a introspective journey in this quick but hard hitting segment on embracing your identity through self-reflection.Want to be featured on our show? Email soapyraoshow@gmail.com to get in touch with us!------------------------------------------Welcome to The SoapyRao Show, where we dive deep into the questions of life with a touch of humor and a whole lot of heart. Join our host, @soapyrao, a remarkable stand-up comedian with a knack for self-deprecating humor, for a weekly dose of informative, introspective and fun conversations...2024-05-0316 minThe SoapyRao ShowNavigating Extreme ChoicesIn this week's episode, a soliloquy from our host, Sundeep Rao, on choices. The politically-charged term 'choice' has steadily made its way into discourse and the commoners' psyche. How do we navigate the nuances of decision making and the subsequent consequences? How do we choose our beliefs in an increasingly polarized world? These are some of the questions we are asking out loud this week.Want to be featured on our show? Email soapyraoshow@gmail.com to get in touch with us!------------------------------------------Welcome to The S...2024-04-2624 min
Eyeway ConversationsEyeway Conversations with T Sundeep Rao (Purple Fest)Welcome to the Purple Eyeway Conversations podcast, recorded live at the International Purple Festival in January 2024.
In this episode George Abraham chats with T Sundeep Rao, a stand-up comedian and podcaster from Bangalore. Despite facing Stargardt disease, Sundeep is an avid golfer who began playing in 1996 with some peripheral vision. However, as his sight deteriorated, he paused golf until discovering blind golf two years ago, sharing how it allows him to pursue his passion and offering a unique perspective on the game. Sundeep also shares his previous interest in tennis and cricket before losing his vision.
2024-01-3025 min
Attitude MakeoverEp 26 w/ Sundeep Rao - Understanding The World and Yourself With The Inner EyeHello everybody, welcome to The Attitude Makeover Show. Today, I’m in conversation with Sundeep Rao - India’s Funniest Partially Blind Stand-up Comedian who is crystal clear when it comes to his many views, observations, opinions in life. Diagnosed with juvenile macular degeneration, a retina disorder when he was nine years old, Sundeep chose to switch to stand-up comedy and use the stage to accept and spotlight his experiences without undermining it or over glorifying it.Sundeep’s journey is one of highs and lows, but beyond that, we talk about the value of knowing who you ar...2022-05-101h 12
Attitude MakeoverEp 26 w/ Sundeep Rao - Understanding The World and Yourself With The Inner EyeHello everybody, welcome to The Attitude Makeover Show. Today, I’m in conversation with Sundeep Rao - India’s Funniest Partially Blind Stand-up Comedian who is crystal clear when it comes to his many views, observations, opinions in life. Diagnosed with juvenile macular degeneration, a retina disorder when he was nine years old, Sundeep chose to switch to stand-up comedy and use the stage to accept and spotlight his experiences without undermining it or over glorifying it.Sundeep’s journey is one of highs and lows, but beyond that, we talk about the value of knowing who you ar...2022-05-101h 12
The SoapyRao ShowDiscovering your strength: Finding your voice in comedy ft. Praveen KumarPraveen Kumar is a Tamil speaking standup comedian and content creator. In this episode we talk about his formative years in Kanchipuram (a small town in TamilNadu), the mindset that helped him adjust to life in a big city, the obstacles that he faced in the pursuit of standup, understanding the art and business of standup comedy and the decisions that helped him and the moves he regrets.You can follow Praveen on Twitter and Insta @comedianpraveen & @comedy_praveen respectively. Hope you are well and thanks for listening! Cheers! Full episode link in bio #Standup 2021-11-191h 10
The SoapyRao ShowThe smugness needs to endI just realised that disabled people have less of a carbon footprint than Gretta Thunberg. Welcome to another episode where I talk about an Indian girl who pretended to be African, the stupidity of one way of learning, my experience with reading and writing and other fun stuff. Hope you are well and thanks for listening! Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1614 min
The SoapyRao ShowCultural acceptence: The dangers of cultural isolation ft. Pratha ShettyPratha Shetty is an interculturalist; which in itself sounds really cool. She is the author of “When I grow up” a children's book that you can get on www.nestry.in In this episode, we talk about her role as an interculturalist, the decision that lead her down this path, living in different countries, immersing oneself in different cultures, the idea of culture and how nuanced it is, the topic of cultural appropriation, the importance of conditioning and passing on the right message to children and a whole lot more. You can follow Pratha on Insta @prathas951 Hope you are well...2021-11-121h 35
The SoapyRao ShowFireworks and climate changeI'm so glad this festival is over!In this episode, I talk about noisy bastards, Gretta Thunburg and noisy bastards.Thanks for listening and hope you are well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-0913 min
The SoapyRao ShowOffending sensibilities: Has humour taken a break? ft. Butch BradleyIn this episode of the podcast I talk to a friend and fellow comedian Butch Bradley about his years on the road as a travelling comedian, the lessons learnt from the grind, exhaustion, anxiety, being broke and serving your time as a comedian, his life now as a resident comedian at the LA comedy club in Las Vegas, how comedy will find its way back through all the noise of woke and cancel culture and his love for live gigs.Do follow Butch on Insta @butchbradleycomedy and check out his special on Amazon prime.Thanks for listening and...2021-11-051h 01
The SoapyRao ShowWhen a group becomes a mobWe are seeing more and more people giving up their complex identities to become a part of causes, movements, ideologies, or groups. Well whatever you may call these collectives, when the purpose is taken away and people adopt the group's identity as their own it spells trouble for all.In this episode, I look a the transformation of groups into mobs, the problem with this way of thinking, the fear of not being accepted by a group and how people manipulate people's ignorance to their advantage.Light listening as always. Hope you are well and thanks for listening!2021-11-0219 min
The SoapyRao ShowSlowing down: The perils of peek performance ft. Paul RulkensIn this episode of the podcast, I talk to Paul Rulkens an expert in strategic performance, international author and award-winning speaker about the parameters that determine performance in today's day and age, how the lockdown and online interactions have affected performance, the importance of strategic quitting, why creating value is more important than just looking at what you do, how skill and luck feature in sustainable performance, the values of curiosity and humility in creating individuals who can change the nature of events, why the majority is wrong when it comes to innovation and how looking around rather than just...2021-10-291h 00
The SoapyRao ShowWhistleblowers and photocopying billsI had my first in-person corporate gig after a long time and that got me thinking about standup, cause a guy at the show said “great speech!” After my set.Anyway, looks like the world is staying beautifully insane with the Facebook whistleblower leaking documents that she printed out at Facebook's office, prop guns killing people and politicians claiming they are victims of social media platforms.That's right politicians claiming they are victims. Hope you are well and thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-2620 min
The SoapyRao ShowThe social experiment: An assault on human self worth ft. Nic VogeAre you worth it? How do you view your worth? Is worth weighed in material value? In this episode I talk to Nic Voge Senior Associate Director of the McGraw Centre for Teaching and Learning at Princeton University and Ted speaker about ability, achievement and self-worth, the idea of relying on certain aspects of your work for a sense of self-worth, how procrastination doesn't have to be viewed as a bad thing and how you can use it to overcome obstacles to your potential, the role of parenting in instilling self-worth and a whole lot more. Except for the Loreal...2021-10-221h 24
The SoapyRao ShowAnalysing human remainsFrom mount Vesuvius spilling its beans many years ago to archaeologists digging up remains, to historic Pamila Anderson references, to the origin of the Baywatch theme song, to sorting out your shit; this episode is explosive… kind of.Thanks for listening and hope you are well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1915 min
The SoapyRao ShowCapturing the imagination: Best time to tell your story ft. Debleena MajumdarGrowing up, Debleena loved two things. Stories and numbers. She chose a career with numbers and for the first 12 years of her career working in Investment Banking, Investment Management and Venture Capital with companies like GE, JP Morgan, Prudential, Fidelity etc. For the last 7 years, she has been working in the Social Impact space, first from an investment lens, with Unitus Ventures and Gray Matters Capital, and then as an entrepreneur. She set up kahaniyah.org to combine her love for data and stories. She also set up a platform called Chaabee to help students prepare for open schooling certification...2021-10-151h 18
The SoapyRao ShowBlind GolfHello there! Its amazing to get back on the range and hit some golf balls. In this episode I talk about my journey with the game, introducing blind golf in India, swinging without seeing (that's a golf reference, not an orgi), learning about life from golf lessons, blind Russians and well I forget, but some other fun stuff! As always thanks for listening and hope you are well. Cheers! Full episode link in bio #BlindGolf #LifeLessons #Sports #Swinging Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1217 min
The SoapyRao ShowFood or science: The future of lab grown meat ft. Ira Van EelenI think there are too many people eating too much! What's worse is that they talk about it, tell you what they ate, why they ate it and how it makes them feel… then they ask you what you ate and why you shouldn't have… but..Food glory is food.. right? Well, something like that. In this episode of the podcast, I talk to Ira Van Eelen the founder of Kind Earth Tech about her journey with alternate sources of food growing up in the Netherlands, the work her father did with cultivated meat back in the 80s, the incr...2021-10-081h 05
The SoapyRao ShowPandora papers and bad breathThe money trail is finally exposed and journalists have to be applauded for being great investigators and snitches. I'm sure that's what the ultra-rich whose details are being leaked are thinking. Welcome to another episode of the podcast where I'm wearing a ghastly T according to my wife and I'm zapped after doing yoga in the sun. From bad breath to Megan holding the royal balls, to the financial news of sorts; this episode is power-packed and funny as fuck! Well, that's just a clickbaity marketing line I thought I would throw in there! Hope you are well and thanks...2021-10-0518 min
The SoapyRao ShowAcknowledging your needs: The power of saying no ft. Lauren FreedmanIn this episode of the podcast, I talk to Lauren Freedman a podcaster and host of the Uninvisible Pod about living with an auto-immune disorder during a pandemic, the changing narrative in America, waking up to realise that you have been sold a lie, looking at yourself and figuring out why you want to do something, the power of saying NO and the strength in community and sharing conversations.Do check out Lauren's podcast “Uninvisible Pod”, head over to her website www.uninvisiblepod.com and Insta @uninvisiblepodHope you are well and thanks for listening!Chee...2021-10-011h 09
The SoapyRao ShowTalking to kidsI think your podcast is interesting but not as good as your other one; however, I would like to be on it.This is the kind of message that I receive and what keeps me going.Welcome to another episode of the podcast where I talk about talking to kids, the global climatestrike and a really repressed volcano in Spain.Hope you are well and thanks for listening!Cheers!#Kids #ClimateStrike #Volcanos #SundeepRao #TheSoapyRaoShow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-2818 min
The SoapyRao ShowFocusing on what matters: Looking past the money myth ft. Pawan Kumar RaiThere are people who look at money as a means to an end and those who look at money as the end! Of course there are those who don't have the money to look at, but that's a conversation with someone else for another episode. In this episode of the podcast, I talk to Pawan Kumar Rai the co-founder of Fin shots and Ditto insurance about the path that lead him to this space and the startup world, using money to create experiences, the importance of going against the tide, wealth versus money and the value in being curious....2021-09-2450 min
The SoapyRao ShowMind over… what’s the matter?You can do anything if you put your mind to it, mind over matter, will power; these are some of the things we have all been told and continue to hear. At the same time, we hear of how the mind is the source of all suffering and is just a construct that acts as a filter that prevents you from living your truest and best life!What the fuck! Well, I don't have the answers, but I do have an episode for you to listen to!Hope you are well and thanks for listening!Cheers!2021-09-2117 min
The SoapyRao ShowUncertainity and anxiety: The power of letting go ft. Nimrod Mon BrokmanMy guest in this episode has served in the Israeli special forces, seen action behind enemy lines, is a mind coach and an entrepreneur. I talk to Mon about the way in which he trained his mind to deal with the drama and uncertainty that comes with combat situations, his approach to balancing the mind, how people today are constantly on heightened threat levels, the importance of perception and being able to shape your own and the importance of letting go and trusting in yourself.You can contact Mon and his team by going to their website www.behavioralforesight...2021-09-1754 min
The SoapyRao ShowBalls in drinksHi guys, I have a heavy head. It hasn't really increased in weight, but it's heavy. In this episode of the podcast I look back at the heavy nights and binges my friends and I used to have and about drinks with balls in them.Hope you are well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-1416 min
The SoapyRao ShowPreschool drama: The dilemma parents face ft. Swathi KadurIs it fun being a kid in today's world? How important is a loving and fun childhood? As parents do you go with the majority or stick to what you think is best for your child? When do you let go?In this episode I talk to Swathi Kadur an educational psychologist and head of Tapas school in Bangalore bout her early years growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, the long-lasting benefits of an immersive multicultural childhood, working as an educator in today's times and the importance of finding the right balance between schools and families in shaping a...2021-09-1053 min
The SoapyRao ShowToo many theoriesOverdoing and overthinking both have their own problems. In this episode of the podcast I visit and explain some of my theories… actually observations… maybe life lessons… no actually theories on what's happening in the world around us. From a generation of mentally and physically ill people to the extreme focus on wealth generation, to artists, engineers, designers and creators overall being sidelined by marketing executives, sales representatives and lawyers; I've got a theory for the whole family! We are clearly living in a happily fucked world, so let's enjoy it!Hope you are well and thanks for listening!Che...2021-09-0723 min
The SoapyRao ShowThe audio journey: Future of podcasting in India ft. Mae ThomasIn this episode of the podcast I catch up with Mae Thomas; host of the Maed in India podcast. We talk about her passion for audio content and storytelling, her stint in radio and the current climate and future for podcasting in the country.Do check out Mae's podcast Maed in India and follow her on social media.Hope you are well and thanks for listening!Cheers!#MaedinIndia #PodcastinginIndia #AudioContent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-031h 02
The SoapyRao ShowGood fears Vs Bad fearsOur arrogance knows no bounds! We believe and think within a framework of our own creation and apply that to alien life. In this episode, I talk about human perception of extraterrestrial life, good fears vs bad fears and the puppet show of superpowers.Hope you are well and thanks for listening!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-3016 min
Envision PodcastYou have your mind and body, you can take on anything in life - Sundeep RaoSundeep Rao, who is a stand-up comedian with a serious disability – the ability to unscrupulously dis himself and, everyone around him! With his partially-blind sight uncannily clear when it comes to his many observations and opinions, Sundeep is a scrumptious little Brahmin delight with a most unorthodox sense of cheeky wit. Voted India’s Funniest Partially Blind Stand-up Comedian, he carries his mantle with immense pride even if he might be the only nominee in the category. Listen to his full story. Envision is a software platform that enables people with visual impairment to live...2021-08-2641 min
The SoapyRao ShowCredit due: Owning your voice in the 21st century ft. Shweta Subram (Voice of Jalebi Baby )There's a whole life of experiences, situations, circumstances; besides training and practice that go into making a voice.In this episode of the podcast, I catch up with the singer, songwriter and voice of Jalebi baby Shweta Subram to talk about her formative years, travelling to Canada, her musical journey and the story behind jalebi baby.Do check out Shweta's Insta https://www.instagram.com/shwetasubram/ and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/shwetasubramHope you are safe and well!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-261h 04
The SoapyRao ShowRemembering songsAre you one of those people that remember lyrics to all songs? Or are you one who memorises lyrics for karaoke night? In this episode I talk about how music has been an influence in my life, memorising stuff, Indians in America rolling their Rs and recovering from food poisoning.Hope you are safe and well!Cheers!Full episode link in bio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2316 min
The SoapyRao ShowMedicine or drug: The lie about cannabis ft. Viki VauroraPotheads, hippies, stoners; we've heard all these terms when we hear of weed or cannabis. The drug or should I say the plant has been demonised and misrepresented in popular culture and as a result society for many years by the establishment and institutions. In this episode, I talk to Viki Vaurora the founder of the Vaurora Health Care organisation and the man behind the Great Legalisation Movement (www.GLM.org) about the challenges he faces in his fight to legalize cannabis for medical treatments, the effort involved in educating the public and debunking myths around the plant, the i...2021-08-191h 11
The SoapyRao ShowDesigning for foolsDo we have to think of all the people who will use our product or design while we are coming up with something new? Well the reason I ask is that I have this great idea for a product called the DNDBB, but I suspect some idiots will misuse it and ruin the idea for everyone. What is the DNDBB?… Listen in to find out!Cheers!#Design #product #future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1518 min
The SoapyRao ShowReaching great heights: A blind man’s banking success story ft. Rahul GuptaWhat happens when a blind banker catches up with a blind wanker?… listen in to find out. In this episode of the podcast, I catch up with Rahul Gupta a successful banker heading a smart outfit at one of India's leading banks. We talk about his perspective on being visually impaired, his attitude of celebrating rather than cribbing and his ability to focus on what he can do and being the best at that.Rahul is a great guy and I'm glad I can kick off conversations on the SoapyRao show with him! Thanks for listening and hope you ar...2021-08-1254 min
The SoapyRao ShowApparently India won a goldPeople like Niraj Chopra need to be celebrated more than ever especially coming from a country like India where the government doesn't support you or even acknowledge you until you win and society only celebrates cricketers and looks at failure as the worst human sin. When the majority of the country subsists in mediocrity it's great to see people dedicating their lives to what they love!Welcome to a new episode of the podcast where I talk about Indian pronunciations, Hollywood on history and various other related and unrelated things!Thanks for listening and hope you are well.2021-08-0920 min
The SoapyRao ShowDon’t put your Undies on EMIsJust when we have what we need or want, we go ahead and buy more. Why do we create opportunities for more stress and reasons for inadequacy in our lives? Well, the reason is bigger than you and me. It all begins with paying for your undies through EMIs and ends with Besos going to the moon! Thanks for listening and hope you are safe and well!Cheers!#HumanDesire #Shopping #Amazon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0518 min
The SoapyRao ShowLiving in the pastWe all love to reminisce and reflect on the good old times. Often we look back at houses we lived in and the memories they bring back. In this episode, I talk about being stuck in the past, flats, houses and people in Bombay calling apartment complexes societies. And yes…. I sneeze in this episode! Thanks for listening and hope you are safe and well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0315 min
The SoapyRao ShowPrivilege and the blame gameWe automatically assume that all charities are benevolent and doing good work, but look a little closer especially in a time when there are so many calls for help and causes to support. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about the privilege blame game, this notion of being the victim and charities crawling out of the woodwork to take your money.All in all a very positive outlook and episode! :)Hope you are well and safe.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-3112 min
The SoapyRao ShowChicken CenturionIn this episode of the podcast, I talk about the Tokyo Olympics 2020, Ancient Rome and the new Vistadome coaches introduced by the Indian Railways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-2813 min
The SoapyRao ShowPegasus and spy where?Are you surprised with what's going on in the world? From flooding, to wildfires, to Pegasus…. Grab the popcorn son its going to be a wild ride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-2415 min
The SoapyRao Show30 years of being a VIPIn this episode of the podcast I talk about life coaches, reaction videos and one of the longest, dearest and most confusing relationships in my life so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-2113 min
The SoapyRao ShowThe Supplement OverdoseIn this episode, I talk about people consuming supplements to be cool and I ramble about gender pronouns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-1712 min
The SoapyRao ShowThe SoapyRao Show- TrailerLast episode of the Baby Bed podcast before I move onto my new podcast, The Soapy Rao Show.Coming soon to wherever you listen to this podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-1408 min
The SoapyRao ShowThe Vaccine’s a PrikFrom leaking labs, to getting my first shot, to a trending podcast; this is an episode for your whole family… if your family is you.Thanks as always and hope you are well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-0814 min
The SoapyRao ShowSolving annoyingIn this episode I look at how we can deal with growing annoyances in a world filled with depleting tolerance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-3012 min
The SoapyRao ShowWhat we valueWe live in a day where things aren't made as well. From people to products there's a reduced sense of enjoyment in creating a thing of pride. The values we use measure enjoyment, creativity, growth, etc are rigid, out dated and need to change. As always thanks for listening!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-2616 min
The SoapyRao ShowChanging the nameHello there!For the past few months I've been thinking about changing up the podcast and even considered starting a new one. Well fortunately I found a solution that involves less work and is more fun overall. Listen up and listen in to find out my plans. Cheers!Sundeep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-2310 min
The SoapyRao ShowA new kind of manLadies this one's for you!It's time to ask yourselves not what you're looking for in a man, but who you're looking for in one. Do you want a walking talking apology that spouts all your thoughts, shoulders all your causes and basically offers his hollow shell for you to fill? Well if that's what you want, you're heading in the right direction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-1914 min
The SoapyRao ShowEar balls and letting goIt's another Babybed experience for your listening pleasure!This week its all about the evolution of creepiness and letting go to experience a better way of creating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-3115 min
The SoapyRao ShowJobs and IdeasIs it weekend or weakend... well I’m sure someone knows. Are we heading into a future where ideas will be appreciated more than jobs and salaries? And can one exist without the other.. We are a society that admire tasks well done and the money you receive for it. Ideas are great as long as they are successful... right?Listen in to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-1010 min
The SoapyRao ShowGetting COVID and giving up smokingWe are living in very difficult times where many of us are feeling a sense of dread and hopelessness. It’s a very scary feeling not to have options. I hope you are able to get through this time. In this episode I talk about my experience being ill with COVID, giving up smoking after 20 years and the way in which I approach the relationship between my mind, body and craving.#SundeepRao #TheBabybedPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-0310 min
The SoapyRao ShowMy G string hurts meHello friends!Welcome back!In this episode I look at some domestic instances that can cause you embarrassment and I talk about my long term relationship with musical instruments.Hope you’re safe and thanks for listening!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-1214 min
The SoapyRao ShowSpecial forces going wokeWhile I’m all for diversity and inclusion, i find many moves in the name of DNI ridiculous. People are just using it as a cause to promote their own insecurities and agendas. It’s crazy the lengths individuals will use diversity and inclusion to homogenise and exclude people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-0214 min
The SoapyRao ShowYou getting the vaccine?Hello and welcome back to another episode of the podcast. This week I wonder to myself about the vaccine and all thecraze and conspiracies around it. And yes, the numbers are going up!So, are you taking your jab anytime soon? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-3111 min
The SoapyRao ShowNew way of doing old thingsTime to check into the world on a new episode of the Babybed. In this episode I talk about revisiting old things in new ways, the return of the old normal and the repetition of old patterns in society.Hope you’re well and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-1314 min
The SoapyRao ShowClubhouse and my pink undysOn this episode of the Babybed I talk about my experience on clubhouse so far and about my momentous decision to move back to briefs from boxers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-1610 min
The SoapyRao ShowCapital I Say!What happened last week in America was almost Hollywood like in its act out! On this week’s episode I contemplate the weekend ahead and what it holds in store for the common man and woman in America and the fall out for the rest of the world.Hope you’re well and thanks for listening!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-1410 min
The SoapyRao ShowA new yearWelcome to 2021 on the babybed podcast! While many are trying to forget 2020, I think its important to remember the past year to live a better life this year. Wow that sounds preachy, but I’m not trying to tell you how to live. Enjoy the episode and have a good year!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-0617 min
The SoapyRao ShowMy new AI glassesHi there!On this week’s episode of the BabyBed I do a fun and informal review of my new Envision AI glasses. I take you through some of the features, the things I like about the glasses and some activities you shouldn’t use the glasses for. Hope you enjoy it and are well.https://youtu.be/0FUhGGEfZAE Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-12-0920 min
The SoapyRao ShowIndian customsIndia, a country which doesn’t help people with disabilities and screws the disabled who try and help themselves. On this episode I talk about my experience with Indian customs and how the system is so backward when it comes to import restrictions on assistive tech. If you’ve experienced something like this do let me know.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-11-2316 min
The SoapyRao ShowLOTUS for POTUSIt seems like everyone has been running! From Milind to Kamala, the steps have been counted and apparently so have the votes. Now the fight for a piece of the Kamala pie begins! Don’t be surprised to see hashtags like LOTUS for POTUS very soon across Madras and Mountainview. Welcome to another episode where i talk about the double standards and fame by association world we live in.Oh ya by the way the magazine is called Urban Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-11-1019 min
The SoapyRao ShowGlad I was a bad studentI’ve faced the truth and I’m glad I was bad at academics! It’s weird to say it, but thanks to not being a good student I learnt more. I was able to look at options outside conventional jobs and paths to success.. whatever that means. Anyway, what I am glad of is that I am working for myself,on myself and answering to myself! Hope you enjoy the episode! It was not brought to you by Jockey.Take care, stay safe and wax your balls!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2020-10-2119 min
The SoapyRao ShowLeft right leftAs the yelling continues and the accusations fly, I bring you another episode of the Babybed. On this week’s episode I talk about marriage in the lock down, the online shopping pandemic, stepping out for dinner and other life things. Thanks for listening and hope you are sane and well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-10-1512 min
The SoapyRao ShowWTF is the new normalEveryone is going on about how we have to adjust to the new normal. Firstly, what is normal? Normal for you isn’t normal for me. On this episode I talk about the idea of trying to live up to a certain standard set by someone who is perceived to be normal and successful. Fuck it I say, cause I’ve wasted too many years trying to be normal!Thanks for watching and hope you are well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-10-0117 min
The SoapyRao ShowProblem with the pandemicThe pandemic has unveiled a lot of problems in the world. From people going live on Facebook, to a new sense of self importance to the absolute failure in governance. On this week’s episode I shed some wisdom on these problems and try and make sense of it. And yes I propose a new movie for Samuel Jackson as well. Hope you are well.Thanks for listening!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-09-1113 min
The SoapyRao ShowWelcome to the jungle ft Rohit VarmaThis is a special episode where I caught up with a photographer and friend Rohit Varma in the jungle. We were hungover, but I think we shared clarity on certain issues in society. It was a fun chat, hope you enjoy it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-09-0957 min
The SoapyRao ShowMy quarantine storyThe people who throw their weight around and intimidate individuals are the ones who are most insecure and unsure of their power or themselves. On this week’s episode I talk about the incident at home where we had to deal with the thugs from the BBMP (the local government body responsible for handling the pandemic); or at least they are supposed to. The drama and the confusion on their end is ridiculous yet sadly reflective of the state in which most institutions are dealing with this pandemic in. Thanks for being a part of the Babybed journey! Hope...2020-08-2716 min
The SoapyRao ShowBut that's just my opinionHow far can you let a humble opinion slide? Especially those of influencers and podcasters (like myself) who have an audience of listeners, to whom such opinions can actually have an impact on. Listen to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-08-2012 min
The SoapyRao ShowJournalism Gone WrongThe truth is out there. Yet the media often spread myths that suit the agenda of the state. Here's to hoping the new generation of journalists brings forth better, more ethical, unbiased reporting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-08-0316 min
The SoapyRao ShowGoing Out Vs Staying In In This episode, I talk about the practice of staying home due to the lockdown and not being able to go out, party, hang out with friends etc. Is going out just a distraction from ourselves? Or can staying in also satisfy those social needs that we all have been lacking these past few months? Listen to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-2411 min
The SoapyRao ShowHooked on the healingThis week I talk about my thoughts on excessive dependency on OTC drugs. The medical kind. Taking even a simple crocin for long periods of time can have drastic effects on us. Is periodic consumption of these non-prescribed drugs still safe? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-1514 min
The SoapyRao ShowYes we KanyeWhat might happen if rapper Kanye West takes the title of POTUS, continuing the trend of celebrities taking up political positions they have no experience HCan social media influencers harness the power of their hive minded followers? Listen to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-0909 min
The SoapyRao ShowFinding the right positionHello friends Welcome to Ep 69 on the babybed; and like a mature adult I talk and giggle about 69 and all it’s repercussions on relationships! Finding your position is essential!Thanks for listening and happy 69ing to you!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-3011 min
The SoapyRao ShowModern apesHiWelcome back to another week on the babybed!This week’s episode is about breaking out of herd mentality and trying to evolve as a modern ape!Thanks for being a part of my podcast journey and hope you’re well.Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-2412 min
The SoapyRao ShowLeaving behind a memoryWe all really care about how we will be remembered but our actions and words are really not worth remembering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-1413 min
Half-fry and ToastPartially blind to completely comical with Sundeep RaoSundeep Rao is a well-known stand-up comedian, born and raised in Bangalore - he was diagnosed with partial blindness at age 8 and dealt with all the complexities of confronting this as a child, later embracing and living with it. He has carved his space in the stand-up comedy scene and has been one of the pioneers in this space back from the '90's. In this episode he talks to me about everything from his journey to discovering how he was made for the stage to the way being partially blind changed life for him - he addresses topics...2020-06-1427 min
The SoapyRao ShowEnd of super powersI think we can all agree that oppression is a bastard, but sadly it exists everywhere!The world is burning and it’s time to wake up and smell the smoke!Thanks for listening and hope you are well.Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-0618 min
The SoapyRao ShowSex dolls for spectatorsWelcome to another week on the babybed!This week it’s all about pompous prime ministers and Korean sex doll football fans!Thanks for listening and hope you are well!Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-2918 min
The SoapyRao ShowTreating us like foolsIn this week’s episode I talk about the government opening up the lock down, the need for a new form of governance and micro level helping.Thanks for listening and hope you are in a good place! Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-2015 min
The SoapyRao ShowCouples have their own languageIn this week’s episode I talk about having a fuck I’ve grown moment, having a normal week and discovering a new language my wife and I speak.Enjoy! And hope you’re safe and well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-1317 min
The SoapyRao ShowSolving mankindGetting to the root of mankind’s problems and figuring out WTF my aunts bra is doing in my cupboard!Enjoy the episode darlings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-0512 min
The SoapyRao ShowDirty secretsHow much do we all truly know? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-0118 min
The SoapyRao ShowQuitting old habitsIn this nail biting episode I talk about quitting biting my nails, kicking old habits, starting new ones, virtual performances and a whole lot more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-2220 min
The SoapyRao ShowFemale comedians and card comedyIn this episode I talk about women trying to make it in comedy,playing the right card and how I suck at small talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-1515 min
The SoapyRao ShowAm I doing it rightFor most of you this is a time of uncertainty. For me it’s a time of self doubt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-0714 min
The SoapyRao ShowRevelationsTimes like this make you wonder and think about what is important and what is fucked up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-3016 min
The SoapyRao ShowThe power of uncertaintyWhat next and where from here? No one knows, but we can find strength in uncertainty rather than letting it crush us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-2417 min
The SoapyRao ShowYou’re not aloneYou must be going crazy sitting at home! Well don’t. here are some tips to enjoy your time at hone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-1813 min
The SoapyRao ShowIf you never have to work againSay you have all the money you want, what will you do for the next few years that will give you pleasure? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-1117 minThe SoapyRao ShowCelebrating our differencesLife can go in a second and when we are gone, we are gone!So let’s not waste life on hating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-0212 min
The SoapyRao ShowStrange SundayFrom a brunch, to the ER and back for a sun downer; all in all it was a strange Sunday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-02-2214 min
The SoapyRao ShowDefine normalWhat is normal? We all have this idea of normality, but someone else’s normal upsets us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-02-1414 min
The SoapyRao ShowTime to quitIt’s been a busy week! From recording my stand up special to figuring out next steps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-02-0715 min
Not Again PodcastNot Again Podcast Episode 121- Sundeep RaoSundeep Rao lost his sight at a very young age and talking about on stage has been weird for him because it had created confusion to a person in the crowd. He recollect how he had lost his sight and why he was grateful that he had lost his sight when he was younger opposed to later in his life. Being a comic who uses english language as the first language in the India comedy scene, we try to break down why English isn't a thing in India and the idea of speaking fluent English can be a class...2020-01-2754 min
The SoapyRao ShowEp 3 - Should Indians do self-help or help themselves?In episode3 of the Baby Bed Podcast comedian Sundeep Rao discusses the obsession with self help. People want to get motivated and be given advice but don't want to do anything! If you don't believe that, listen to his true stories about healing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-02-1114 min
The SoapyRao ShowEp 2 - The ten year challenge and is life too easy?Sundeep Rao discusses the latest social media trends and are we too soft as a digital generation in episode 2 of the baby bed podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-02-0409 min
the Birdy Num Num PodcastSwalpa Adjust Maadi & Bangalore's Overcrowding Problem with Sundeep RaoUpdate: Wow this is one of our most listened to podcasts! DM or Tweet me your comments and I'll happily talk about them in another episode. Do you think Bangalore is headed upwards or down? BLOG ON BANGALORE OVERCROWDING: https://www.sanjaycomedy.com/bangalore-traffic-are-we-to-blame-2019/Has Bangalore changed too much? Do outsiders respect the city? Do we (myself included) take for granted that we need not know Kannada to survive (and even flourish) here? Is the government really that bad/corrupt or are we also part of the problem? Honest chats with a vocal an...2019-01-2816 min