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The Masoom Minawala ShowHealing Childhood Trauma & Parenting with Love | Riri Trivedi | The Masoom Minawala ShowAn unflinching deep dive into childhood trauma, healing, and conscious parenting with trauma-therapist and memory-rewire specialist Riri Trivedi. In just one hour, you’ll hear why the smallest family moments can scar — or save — an entire generation.From courtroom ambitions to inner-child crusader: Riri began her career armed with a law degree and MBA, but a series of life-changing encounters with survivors of abuse pulled her toward psychotherapy. Trading boardrooms for therapy rooms, she has now led 10,000+ sessions, pioneered memory reconsolidation techniques, and helped countless parents break cycles of hurt — proving that your past doesn’t have to be your child...2025-07-251h 04The Masoom Minawala ShowShloka Ambani & Maniti Shah: Unfiltered on Ambition, Motherhood & Building Legacy | Masoom MinawalaEver felt stuck choosing between paycheck and purpose? Meet Shloka and Maniti, who proved you can have both—and still change 100,000 lives. Join me for one of the most quietly powerful chats I’ve ever hosted—featuring co-founders Shloka Ambani and Maniti Shah, the audacious minds behind ConnectFor, India’s “Shaadi.com for volunteering."What began as two twenty-somethings scribbling ideas on a whiteboard—after Shloka’s eye-opening field visits and Maniti’s post-consulting burnout—snowballed into ConnectFor, a platform that has matched 1 lakh volunteers with 1,000+ NGOs and saved the sector ₹21 crore. Along the way they battled funding droughts, high team turnover...2025-07-1856 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowCrash Diets, Weight Loss Myths, & Real Nutrition Advice | Suman Agarwal | The Masoom Minawala ShowIs weight loss really just about eating less and exercising more? I sit down with renowned nutritionist Suman Agarwal, whose clientele includes Alia Bhatt, Ananya Pandey, and Sonakshi Sinha, to unpack the real truths about weight loss, nutrition myths, and the toxic culture of crash diets.We bust through the noise of social media trends – keto, gluten-free, Ozempic – and talk about what actually works when it comes to sustainable fat loss, glowing skin, balanced hormones, and long-term energy.Suman shares jaw-dropping stories from her own life (spoiler: her dad once secretly put raw eggs in her milk), client transformations (incl...2025-07-111h 01The Masoom Minawala ShowStress, Brain Health, Trauma, and Healing with Dr. Sweta Adatia | The Masoom Minawala ShowStress has become the soundtrack of our times—recent surveys show that roughly one in every three Indians wrestles with serious stress on a typical day, and Gen Z & millennials feel the squeeze even more intensely. Enter Dr Sweta Adatia, the neurologist who goes beyond treating brains to re-wiring them. Her own turning point came when the sudden breakup of a 25-year friendship plunged her into rumination and burnout; scanning her own brain, she uncovered the hidden circuits of emotional addiction and set out to heal them. That quest birthed the Limitless Brain Lab, where cutting-edge science and deep-rooted he...2025-07-0454 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowThe Real Reason You’re Tired All The Time | Dr. Aarti Javeri Mehta | The Masoom Minawala ShowThat constant bloating? Not normal. The fatigue you can’t explain? Possibly your gut. The anxiety you’re battling? It might start in your stomach.In this transformative episode, I sit down with gut health specialist Dr. Aarti Javeri Mehta to unpack how our gut impacts almost every part of our well-being – from mood and energy to immunity and skin.Aarti helps decode the gut-brain connection, busts myths around what’s “normal”, and shares practical, powerful ways to start healing from within.We talk about:😔 My personal journey with bloating, discomfort, and the confusion around gut health.🤫 Why so many women are sil...2025-06-2756 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowHow to build confidence and improve communication skills? | Nimi Mehta | The Masoom Minawala ShowWe all know what confidence 'looks' like - but how do you 'feel' confident??This is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever doubted their voice, questioned their worth, or felt invisible in a room.Nimi Mehta grew up quiet—so quiet, in fact, she avoided eye contact, feared speaking, and accepted that silence was just part of her personality. But over the years, that silence became a challenge she refused to let define her. Today, Nimi is a celebrated TV and radio host, an international speaker, and the founder of Speaker, a global community helping women build real conf...2025-06-1650 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowIndia’s No1 Child Nutritionist On How To Get Your Child To Love Food & Healthy Hacks | Masoom MinawalaIs mealtime a battle?Tired of your child refusing healthy food?Unlock the secrets to stress-free mealtimes! My guest today is India's #1 Child Nutritionist, and she has all the answers you've been searching for!In today’s episode, I sat down with one of the most trusted voices in pediatric nutrition, Child Nutritionist Sanchita Daswani— a mother, a practicing expert, and a deeply empathetic guide to overwhelmed parents. From navigating her own children’s eating challenges to now transforming thousands of families’ relationships with food, her journey is grounded in science, shaped by real-world parenting, and powered by a mission...2025-06-0954 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowWhy Being Lazy and Selfish Might Save the Planet | The Masoom Minawala ShowThis World Environment Day, we bring you an episode that is not just a conversation, but a crucial call to action. In a world grappling with the escalating climate crisis, understanding its human impact and discovering joyful, actionable solutions has never been more vital. Join us for a transformative discussion with Prachi Shevgaonkar, a trailblazer who is redefining climate action. This episode is a powerful reminder that every one of us has a role to play, and by watching and learning from Prachi's incredible journey, we can find our own path to making a significant difference, starting today.Prachi’s...2025-06-0354 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowPMS, Period Shame & Postpartum Depression feat. Dr. Anjali Kumar | The Masoom Minawala ShowYou’ve been told it’s “just PMS.” That motherhood is always magical. That periods are dirty. Time to unlearn it all.In this powerful and painfully honest episode, I sit down with Dr. Anjali Kumar – renowned gynecologist, founder of The Clinic, and a leading voice in women’s health – to dismantle the stigma around periods, pregnancy, post-partum, and everything in between, one truth at a time.She brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to topics often left unspoken like:- The psychological impact of PMS and why it's more than just mood swings.- My candid postpartum experiences an...2025-05-2649 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowWisdom from a Homemaker and a Life Coach | The Masoom Minawala ShowWhat does it mean to be a strong woman in today’s world?In this special episode, Masoom Minawala sits down with her mother and homemaker Seema Minawala, and her life coach and mindset expert Saloni Suri, for an unfiltered conversation on motherhood, mental health, identity, family roles, and personal transformation.They unpack the emotional journey of being a homemaker in India, the hidden challenges of being a caregiver, and the healing power of mindset coaching. From navigating intergenerational expectations to reclaiming your voice and purpose—this is a must-watch for anyone balancing tradition, ambition, and self-worth.💬 Topics:Mother-daughter relatio...2025-05-191h 16The Masoom Minawala ShowWhy Your Skincare Routine Isn’t Working | Gut & Hormone Fixes for Acne | Masoom Minawala ShowFor millions, acne isn’t just skin deep—it’s a serious hit to confidence and well-being.In this candid and deeply insightful episode, I sit down with Maria Marlowe, a certified nutritionist known globally as The Acne Nutritionist, to unpack the real causes behind skin issues—from inflammation and gut health to hormonal imbalances and sugar addiction. If you've been wondering why your acne won't go away despite all the products—this is the episode you need.Expect myth-busting takes on skincare, what the beauty industry isn’t telling you, and the lifestyle shifts that can actually transform your skin—na...2025-05-1240 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowMarisa Peer on Manifesting Wealth, Improving Self Esteem, and Breaking Money Blocks | Masoom MinawalaWe all have had some money problems - Struggling with money blocks, low self-worth, or feeling stuck in a scarcity mindset? In this deeply transformative episode, world-renowned therapist and bestselling author Marisa Peer reveals how to hack your brain for financial success by changing your subconscious beliefs about wealth. If you've ever searched how to overcome a poverty mindset, how to reprogram your brain for abundance, or why I’m bad with money—this conversation is your roadmap to lasting change.About Marisa PeerNamed “Britain’s Best Therapist”, Marisa Peer has worked with billionaires, Olympic athletes, Hollywood celebrities, and royalty. S...2025-05-0552 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowNirupa Shankar on Running the ₹26,000 Cr Brigade Group, Real Estate, & Motherhood | Masoom MinawalaWhat does it really take to run a 4 billion-dollar business, raise children, and train for the Ironman triathlon—all at the same time?In this episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, I sit down with Nirupa Shankar—Joint Managing Director of Brigade Group (the real estate empire based in Bangalore), an Ironman finisher, and unapologetic working mother.Nirupa Shankar is the Joint Managing Director of Brigade Group, one of India’s leading real estate developers headquartered in Bengaluru. She is recognised for her dynamic leadership and significant contributions to the company’s growth and innovation.Nirupa joined Brigade Group in 2009...2025-04-281h 08The Masoom Minawala ShowSania Mirza on Fame, Family, Tennis and Her Role as a Mother | The Masoom Minawala ShowJoin me for one of the most revealing explorations into the life of a sports icon. In this episode, we sit down with Sania Mirza, the trailblazing tennis superstar, who redefined the game and inspired a generation.Sania's journey is nothing short of extraordinary—from a young girl with a racquet to dominating the world stage. Her story isn't just about trophies and titles; it's a testament to unwavering parental support, relentless dedication, and the courage to defy expectations. It's about daring to dream when no one else does and the sacrifices it takes to turn those dr...2025-04-221h 01The Masoom Minawala ShowWorld's No. 1 Hair Doctor on Hairfall truths, how to grow your hair back, hair growth & the best hair oil!Hair fall—it’s one of those topics that every woman Googles at 2AM but rarely talks about out loud. On today’s episode, we’re cutting through the noise, the myths, and the miracle oils with someone who actually knows what’s happening on our scalps. Ricardo Vila Nova is one of the world’s leading trichologists and someone I personally trust when it comes to my own hair health journey. From postpartum hair loss to stress-related fallouts, we’re diving into all the real causes and solutions.Ricardo’s work goes beyond aesthetics. He believes your hair tells a deeper s...2025-04-141h 09The Masoom Minawala ShowUpasana Konidela on Kindness, Motherhood, and her relationship with husband, Ram CharanFor years, I believed women could do it all—but I didn’t know how to actually structure a life where I could grow professionally, care for my family, and still make space for myself. Until I met Upasana Konidela. In this episode, I sit down with Upasana—entrepreneur, mother, and Vice Chairperson of CSR at Apollo Hospitals—to talk about what it really takes to balance business, legacy, motherhood, marriage, and mental health. We even discuss how she and her husband, Ram Charan balance multiple roles to find time for each other and to raise...2025-04-0841 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowDeepa Malik’s Story of Resilience from Disability to Strength | Masoom Minawala ShowJoin me for one of the most powerful conversations I’ve ever had—featuring Deepa Malik, India’s first female Paralympic medallist, fearless change maker, and living example of what it means to turn pain into purpose.In this deeply emotional and insightful episode, Deepa shares her extraordinary journey—starting with a spinal tumour diagnosis at the age of 5, to navigating paralysis at 29, and ultimately rising to become an internationally celebrated athlete, motivational speaker, and former President of the Paralympic Committee of India.As we celebrate the #StrengthInEveryBond powered by L’Oréal Professi...2025-03-2848 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowHow To Start Investing Today & Secure Your Financial Future |Gajendra Kothari | Masoom Minawala ShowFor years, I earned well but didn’t truly understand how to build wealth—until I met my wealth manager, Gajendra Kothari. In this episode, I sit down with him to break down everything you need to know about investing, financial planning, and securing your future. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by terms like SIP, index funds, compounding, or wealth management, trust me, I was in the same boat! But once I learned the right investment strategies, my entire outlook on money changed.This episode is packed with practical, step-by-step advice for Indians looking to invest smartly. Whether you’re jus...2025-03-181h 15The Masoom Minawala ShowHow Shereen Bhan became the face of Indian Business NEWS | Strength In Every Bond | Masoom MinawalaShereen Bhan, Managing Editor of CNBC TV18, joins me on the podcast as she shares her remarkable 25-year journey in Indian business journalism. Shereen, a pioneer and leader in a male-dominated industry, reveals the secrets to her enduring success and offers invaluable advice for aspiring journalists and leaders.This Women’s Day, as we celebrate the #StrengthInEveryBond powered by L’Oréal Professionnel, we dive into the bonds and opportunities that have empowered Shereen. In this episode, she reflects on her unique career path, from joining CNBC TV18 on its first anniversary to becoming a dri...2025-03-0846 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowHow Guneet Monga MANIFESTED an Oscar and Changed Indian Cinema! | Masoom MinawalaWhat does it take to break into Bollywood without connections, money, or a godfather?Guneet Monga, an Oscar winner and multiple times nominee, is the force behind some of India’s most celebrated films—The Lunchbox, Masaan, Gangs of Wasseypur, Period - End of Sentence, and The Elephant Whisperers, which made history by winning India its first Oscar for a documentary. But she isn’t done yet, last time around the Academy didn’t let her finish her speech. She wants to change that and she believes the time has come. In...2025-03-0359 minThe Masoom Minawala Show“I LOST It All—And Then, Started Over” | Kishore Biyani on Feminism, Fatherhood & BusinessIn this deeply personal episode, Kishore Biyani opens up about his greatest role—not as India’s retail king, but as a father. In an Indian family ecosystem where fatherhood is often defined by distance and duty, his journey stands out as an example of unwavering support, empowerment, and belief in his daughters, Ashni and Avni.This is not a conversation about business. It’s about the power and impact of a strong male figure on a family. It’s about how an engaged and encouraging father can be truly life-changing. Kishore shares how his relationship with his daug...2025-02-241h 18The Masoom Minawala ShowWhy Modern Marriages Are Failing—And How To Fix Yours | The Masoom Minawala ShowMarriage isn’t what it used to be. Relationships today are evolving—faster than ever. And if they are not evolving, they’re ending.So, what’s really going wrong? And more importantly—how do we fix it?In this episode, leading psychologist & couples therapist Ishita Pateria breaks down: The No.1 reason modern marriages fail The biggest mistake couples make in the first few years How to handle trust issues, egos, and difficult in-laws The truth about cheating—should you s...2025-02-1456 minThe Masoom Minawala ShowWhat It Takes To Be A Financially Successful Fashion Designer | Anita Dongre | The Masoom Minawala ShowFrom being told her business was “just a hobby” to building one of India’s most successful fashion brands, Anita Dongre has never let gender norms define her. In this powerful episode, Anita shares how she built House of Anita Dongre—home to AND, Global Desi, and her eponymous bridal label—despite coming from a conservative background where her father was told, “Beti ki kamaai khaa rhe ho aap.” She opens up about financial independence, rejection, and how fashion can empower women.Her son, Yash Dongre, now an integral part of the business, shares how growing up...2025-02-071h 38The Masoom Minawala ShowWhy Tamannaah Bhatia Loves Celebrating Her Body | The Masoom Minawala ShowIn this unfiltered conversation, Tamannaah Bhatia opens up about her transformative journey in the industry and how she overcame the societal pressures that once confined her. She reflects on the struggles of growing up, the rigid expectations of what one could be, and how she has learned to tap into her true self. Tamannaah shares candid insights on the challenges of her career, the misconceptions around body image, and the pressures to conform to unrealistic beauty standards. From the importance of parental support to embracing imperfections, she opens up like never before. Tune in to see the superstar in...2025-01-311h 17The Masoom Minawala ShowMust-Watch: India’s No. 1 Fertility Expert Breaks Down IVF Secrets | The Masoom Minawala ShowInfertility affects 27.5 million couples in India—yet so much about it is misunderstood, stigmatized, or simply not talked about.
In this eye-opening episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, Dr. Nandita Palshetkar, one of India’s leading gynecologists specializing in infertility and IVF, demystifies everything about conception, fertility struggles, and the societal pressures surrounding motherhood.
She breaks down infertility—what it really is, why it affects men and women equally, and how it’s more common than we think. Dr. Nandita addresses crucial topics, including the stigma that labels women as ‘baanjh’, the process of getting pregnant, a...2025-01-231h 02The Masoom Minawala Show“Men discussed stocks—I felt excluded": Radhika Gupta on being one of India’s youngest female CEOs.In this empowering episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, Radhika Gupta, MD and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, gets real about what it takes to shatter glass ceilings, navigate challenges, and redefine success on your own terms. She opens up about her inspiring journey from growing up as an insecure and under-confident child to becoming one of India’s youngest female CEOs when she was just 33, and the pivotal moments that shaped her into the leader she is today. She shares powerful insights on tackling gender bias, sexual harassment, and the gender pay gap in the workplace, and battling me...2025-01-121h 18The Masoom Minawala ShowThe Surprising Truth About Their $13 Billion Net Worth! Watch Nykaa's Falguni Nayar and Adwaita Reveal It All | The Masoom Minawala ShowIn the first episode of The Masoom Minawala Talk Show, I sit down with Falguni Nayar and Adwaita Nayar, the mother-daughter duo behind Nykaa, for a raw and honest conversation about their journey to building one of India’s most iconic brands.
This episode isn’t just about success; it’s about the untold moments—the challenges of scaling a business, navigating societal expectations, and balancing motherhood with ambition. Falguni and Adwaita open up about the struggles they faced, the lessons they’ve learned, and the mindset shifts that helped them push boundaries in a space where Indian wom...2025-01-021h 23
Books and Beyond with Bound7.1 Tara & Michelle: Why Are Books By Indian Influencers On the Rise?Are influencers rewriting the rules of publishing?Back with a brand new season of Books and Beyond, in this episode Tara and Michelle discuss the rise of influencer books and what it means for the Indian publishing scene. From the buzz at Penguin Palooza to the power of social media, they dig into how influencer-led content is changing the game. Plus, they tackle the big question: what happens to traditional authors when influencers dominate the shelves? Tune in to find out how content creation, smart distribution, and capturing young readers' attention early are shaping the future of p...2024-09-0334 min
Advertising is Dead: It's all Business with Varun DuggiralaMasoom Minawala on her Creator Journey, Fashion Blogging & beyondThe journey of a creator tells us many stories and insights. Right from balancing between creating content, building businesses around them and their personal lives, also ways of growing as individuals and as creators.One such creator is Masoom Minawala.On this week's episode, Varun is joined by Luxury Fashion Influencer, Masoom Minawala. Masoom talks about her journey from fashion blogging to growing as a creator, and as a business. She also talks about her focus on elevating women in business and much more.Follow Masoom Minawala on Instagram: https://www...2021-10-0555 min
Our Roots Say That We're SistersFashion, Confidence and Relationships with Oluwapelumi OguntadeIn this episode our host Sheena Carey talks to Oluwapelumi Oguntade, a junior in the College of Business Administration. Oluwapelumi identifies as Nigerian American and as a brown woman, and just as a unique individual – Oluomo – one of a kind. Episode Highlights: 02:35 – I was born in Nigeria. I come from the US as well. When I look at the way I think, my values, it reflects both countries. 06:43 – I find myself always trying to blend both cultures and bring them in, even in my styles.12:07 – On my hand, where I work, I’ve had a po...2021-04-0522 min
Success With Savitha Podcast#1 How to grow your following on Instagram with Masoom MinawalaWith a close to ONE MILLION following, Masoom shares her strategy to grow on Instagram and create consistent content.Listen in for the expert secrets from someone who has done it organically and has seen stratospheric growth in her following in the past 2 years. Follow me on instagram.com/successwithsavitha/2021-03-0142 min
Raj Shamani's Figuring OutMasoom Minawala - The best luxury fashion blogger on hustle, inspiration & authenticity live on #AajwithRaj | Ep. #009The link for speaking gigs mentioned in the episode is: https://myspeakingagent.com/2020-04-0141 min