Best Mhatre Podcasts (2024)

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Geoff White on digital transformation of money laundering 43:32

2d ago43:32

43:32

Geoff White is an investigative journalist who has covered financial crime for over two decades. His latest book is titled "Rinsed - From Cartels to Crypto: How the Tech Industry Washes Money for the World's Deadliest Crooks". In this podcast Geoff talks about money laundering 101 and how it has changed over the years. How has technology and social…

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Dr Erica Thompson on how mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it 46:44

5h ago46:44

46:44

We live in a world that is increasingly being dictated by data. But the models that govern different outcomes need a lot of work. Dr Erica Thompson's fascinating book, "Escape from Model Land: How mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it" is all about it. For all their vaunted prowess, models can often mislead. In this pod…

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Tamal Bandyopadhyay's roller coaster affair with banking 1:00:00

17d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Tamal Bandyopadhyay is a prolific journalist who has covered the world of finance for many decades. He has authored several books. In this podcast he gives us a glimpse into his latest book, "Roller Coaster: An Affair with Banking" which is an absolute joy to read. The book as well as this conversation is peppered with anecdotes that are both amusi…

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Kelly Clancy on her book, “Playing with Reality: How Games Have Shaped Our World” 49:24

21d ago49:24

49:24

Games have shaped humanity for thousands of years. The premise of Kelly Clancy's book is that games play us. In this podcast Dr Clancy, a neuroscientist talks about games people or companies play to our benefit and detriment. How have games shaped geopolitics? Why do gamblers continue to bet despite losing? How does uncertainty trigger dopamine eve…

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What's In Your Stars ft. Sundeep Kochar | Ep 15 38:30

10d ago38:30

38:30

Curious about how the stars influence your life? Join us on MnM Spotlight for an eye-opening episode with Sundeep Kochhar: an Astrologer who has predicted lives of many of your favourite celebrities, a Life Coach, and Motivator. If you've ever wondered how astrology can guide and empower you, discover its secrets and practical wisdom with this epis…

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Cognitive neuroscientist Maryanne Wolf on what reading does to the brain 1:00:00

21d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Maryanne Wolf is a cognitive neuroscientist who conducts research on “what the brain does when it reads and why some children and adults have greater difficulty learning how to read than others”. She has written some fascinating books including “Proust and the Squid: The Story and Science of the Reading Brain” and “Reader come home: The Reading Bra…

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Life Laughter and Legacy ft. Purvi Joshi | Ep 14 38:15

27d ago38:15

38:15

Welcome to this exciting new episode of “What’s Your Mantra!” Join host Mantra as he reconnects with the talented Purbi Joshi, who has come from saat samundar paar only for this special chat. From her diverse roles in “Metro Park” and the thought-provoking drama “Hala” to her cherished experiences as a devoted mom to young Kayden, and her Comedy ci…

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Gregory Zuckerman on his book "The Man Who solved the market: How Jim Simons Launched The Quant Revolution" 32:19

27d ago32:19

32:19

Gregory Zukerman writes for the Wall Street Journal. Over the last few decades he has written several books. In 2019 he wrote "The Man Who solved the market: How Jim Simons Launched The Quant Revolution" which became a runaway hit. It tells the story of a genius mathematician who used modern quantitative techniques to make money for himself and his…

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Folk to fame: The untold story of 'Sonchadi' ft. Digvijay Singh Pariyar | Ep 13 33:31

1M ago33:31

33:31

Hang out with us on What’s Your Mantra as we chat with Digvijay Singh Pariyar, the creative genius behind Coke Studio's hit song "Sonchadi," featuring Neha Kakkar and Kamla Devi from Uttarakhand. Hear about his fun and inspiring journey in the music industry, and get the inside scoop on his amazing experiences at Coke Studio. This is a conversation…

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Alex Duff on his book, "Smart Money: The Fall and Rise of Brentford FC" 51:17

2M ago51:17

51:17

Alex Duff talks about how Brentford football club used data and analytics to improve and retain its spot in the English Premier League. His book, "Smart Money: The Fall and Rise of Brentford" is a fascinating account of how the club instilled new values and respected number crunching to make key decisions on deciding plays on the field and in the t…

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Just Be ft. Gaurav Gera | What's Your Mantra | EP 12 31:42

2M ago31:42

31:42

Ready to dive into the world of wit and wisdom with our lovely host Mantra and the OG- GG aka Gaurav Gera? Welcome back to "What's Your Mantra"! From his early days on TV to his meteoric rise in the world of viral content, Gaurav Gera's journey is a rollercoaster ride of laughter, lessons, and larger-than-life characters. But what's the real secret…

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Ananyo Bhattacharya on his book The Man from the Future: The Visionary Life of John Von Neumann 53:59

3M ago53:59

53:59

Ananyo Bhattacharya's "The Man from the Future: The Visionary Life of John Von Neumann" is a fascinating book about the Hungarian-American mathematician. It's a shame that most of us know little about the man. Dr Bhattacharya digs deep into the mathematician's early days and how he went on to have a lasting impact in different fields including nano…

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Dennis Yi Tenen on his book Literary Theory of Robots: How Computers Learned to Write 51:04

4M ago51:04

51:04

In this podcast Prof Dennis Yi Tenen, a software engineer turned literary scholar, leans on history of computer programming to tell modern tales of Artificial Intelligence. How did robots learn to write so quickly? Is it a good thing? Do technologies like ChatGPT make us lazy? Not quite, says Prof Tenen. He argues that such advances do not diminish…

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87 | Navigating Scams in India with Fluent Hindi 24:16

4M ago24:16

24:16

Is India safe for foreign travelers? I believe that in 95% of situations, having the right skills and language will help you get out of sketchy situations. But how? With most Hindi travel guides out there, the book is going to teach "Namaste, Mera naam Jessica hai. Aap kaise hain? Aapka naam kya hai?" While these are not bad things to learn, but ac…

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Tom Wainwright on Facebook turning 20 35:22

4M ago35:22

35:22

In February this year Facebook celebrated its 20th birthday. Tom Wainwright, tech and media editor of The Economist has written a brilliant cover story on the company's evolution since it began in a dorm room at Harvard. With a market capitalisation of $1.2trn and 3bn users, Facebook operates in a new social media order. Tom writes that "public pos…

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David Bodanis on his book, “The Art of Fairness:The Power of Decency in a World Turned Mean” 49:52

5M ago49:52

49:52

Do nice guys finish last? Not quite. David Bodani’s brilliant book, “The Art of Fairness:The Power of Decency in a World Turned Mean” is filled with anecdotes of leaders from various fields who may have been fair and firm to get the job done but never mean or condescending. In this podcast David shares some of his thoughts on why it might be worth …

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Zeke Faux on his book, “Number Go Up: Inside Crypto's Wild Rise and Staggering Fall” 48:36

6M ago48:36

48:36

The cryptosphere is, well, cryptic. Even the best of the best find it hard to explain the whole thing without fumbling. Zeke Faux has managed to put it all together in his fascinating book, "Number Go Up: Inside Crypto's Wild Rise and Staggering Fall". Zeke planted himself within the crypto-mad community to learn more about the trade. He has interv…

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Kenneth Miller on his book, “Mapping the Darkness: The Visionary Scientists Who Unlocked the Mysteries of Sleep” 52:08

7M ago52:08

52:08

We spend almost a third of our lives sleeping. Give or take. And yet until fifty years ago, scientists didn’t know much about sleep. Kenneth Miller shines a spotlight on the subject in his fabulous book, Mapping the Darkness: The Visionary Scientists Who Unlocked the Mysteries of Sleep. Why do we sleep and why is it important that we get enough of …

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Voice Actors RoundTable 2023 ft Rajesh Kava, Sanket Mhatre | What's Your Mantra | EP11 38:40

7M ago38:40

38:40

Welcome to the ultimate round table of voice artistry! The biggest names in the voice industry who are here to share their inspiring journeys, insights into the voice industry, and the art of bringing characters to life through their voices. Discover what it takes to become a voice artist, learn from the experts, and uncover the challenges of recei…

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Daniel Knowles on his book, “How Cars Make Life Worse and What to Do About It” 39:34

7M ago39:34

39:34

In this podcast, Daniel Knowles reflects upon a world with fewer cars. The use of a car becomes less effective once everyone has got one. Anyone who has been stuck for hours in Mumbai or New York traffic should know. Are electric cars a solution? What can we learn from places like Singapore, Tokyo, Amsterdam and London? It is reassuring that most o…

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86| MUST KNOW Phrases for Asking Questions in Hindi 12:52

8M ago12:52

12:52

Asking questions in Hindi might be the most important thing you can learn. In this episode, Jessica talks about the importance of asking questions and not just making declarative statements in Hindi. In this episode, we talk about "kya - what." "Kya" is the most important word you need to know to be able to ask questions in Hindi. This video is a s…

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You Should Never Have Kids | Ft. Raphael aka Nihil Anand | What's Your Mantra | EP 10 36:00

8M ago36:00

36:00

In this episode of "What's Your Mantra," Raphael Samuel discusses life, death, childbirth and why not to do it! Having caused quite a stir by suing his parents for giving birth to him without his consent, Raphael A.K.A. Nihil Anand has an extremely anti-natalist point of view. From the economic crisis to the climate crisis, all of it boils down to …

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Feminism Vs Pseudo Feminism | Ft. Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj | What's Your Mantra | EP 09 56:40

8M ago56:40

56:40

"As much as I know about feminism, I thought feminism was always about equality!" Our guest on What's Your Mantra is Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj, a renowned Indian journalist and men's rights activist. In an era of extreme, radical (pseudo)feminism and cancel culture that is ready to label any other man as a "red flag," Ms. Bhardwaj has made sure that…

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Finding The True Meaning of Love & Happiness with Jaya Kishori | What's Your Mantra | EP 08 26:32

8M ago26:32

26:32

Zindagi toh kaatni hai, ab rokar kaato ya haskar.. Kaatni toh padegi!" And choosing your happiness is the right way to go, says Jaya Kishori! Get to know more about Jaya Kishori as they continue their conversation about the true meaning of acceptance, karmic cycle and much more!By MnM Spodlight

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Love, Life & Spirituality Part 01 | Ft. Jaya Kishori | What's Your Mantra| EP 08 28:11

8M ago28:11

28:11

Here’s a young and divine lady who is translating life and God for us in ways we might have never imagined. In conversation with the motivational and spiritual speaker @JayaKishoriMotivation Jaya Kishori ji and Mantra who talk about ever evolving world and faith and the path of life we choose. Join this captivating and eye-opening discussion which …

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Finding Funny | What’s Your Mantra | EP 07 | Ft. Suresh Menon 43:48

9M ago43:48

43:48

Laughter is the best medicine, and our guest on this episode is the doctor you never knew you needed! Get ready to meet the man with more characters up his sleeve than a magician – the one and only Suresh Menon! He’s the comedic chameleon, the laughter lighthouse, and the guy who’s got more punchlines than a boxing match. Join us as Mantra delves d…

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Breaking Stereotypes | What's Your Mantra | EP 06 | ft. Meiyang Chang 39:50

10M ago39:50

39:50

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you see a person with oriental look? Can you imagine this person, not just being fluent but also excelling in a career which involves good Hindi? A third generation Chinese by genes but full power Dhanbaadi at heart; a dentist, an actor and a brilliant musician, Chang really made it real quick, from ro…

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A Road Less Travel | What's Your Mantra | EP 05 | ft. Roshan Abbas 34:23

10M ago34:23

34:23

Are you a content creator or aspiring to be one? Are you looking for a seasoned mentor to be a guiding light? Have you been looking for a masterclass to navigate your professional growth? Our guest on this episode is, someone who wears hats, as many as possible. He is quite literally like his name, who can lighten up any room, the one and only Rosh…

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85| Top 10 Pro Tips for Travel to India 24:05

10M ago24:05

24:05

If this is your first trip to India or eighth, this episode highlights the top 10 pro pointers you need to known to reduce the headaches, inconveniences and ripoffs that are likely to happen while visiting India. Download the new e-booklet "The Traveler's Guide to India" What's Included in the e-booklet? 30+ pages of practical tips, which will put …

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Kubbie Doobie Doo | EP 04 | ft. Kubbra Sait 32:29

11M ago32:29

32:29

Down to be dazzled and entertained? Because we've got a guest who's not just a star, but a supernova of talent and charisma! Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, gather 'round because it's time to introduce someone who's not just a dear friend but a bundle of talent, a Biryani genius, a cat-parent, and an all-around delightful human being. She's n…

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Laugh and Sputter with Sahil Khattar | EP 03 | ft. Sahil Khattar 33:45

11M ago33:45

33:45

Get ready for a hilarious extravaganza, epic anecdotes, and Sahil's unique Bollywood spin. Join Host Mantra in this high-energy episode as he takes you on a delightful dash through Sahil Khattar's career, from radio to roller hockey, his latest release ‘Bajao’ with a pit stop for some quirky hairstyle experiments and more! Join the watch party as S…

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Kiran Verma, on a 21,000 km walk to raise awareness on blood donation 28:25

11M ago28:25

28:25

Kiran Verma has pledged to walk a staggering 21,000 km across India to raise awareness around blood donation in the country. His NGO, Simply Blood, world's first virtual blood donation platform, connects donors and seekers in real time. In this podcast Kiran talks about what got him to quit his day job and pursue his cause. "Nobody should die waiti…

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Pati, patni aur wo!| What’s Your Mantra | EP 02 | ft. Vrajesh Hirjee 41:24

11M ago41:24

41:24

These two buddies take bromance to a whole new level, making even Hirjee's wife raise an eyebrow! This episode of "What's Your Mantra" is the ultimate rollercoaster. Vrajesh spills the beans on his kid's name game, his obsession with specs, watches, their Kabaddi fever and more! Laughs guaranteed, mind-boggling questions included – it's a show that…

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This Too Shall Pass | What’s Your Mantra? | EP 01 | ft. Maninee De 28:23

12M ago28:23

28:23

Do women watch porn? What’s the deal with “Cookie Jarring?” Are TV actors really sidelined? Get ready to say..Ashcharyafu*kit? Brace yourself for our first guest on What’s Your Mantra; An actor par excellence, a voice that resonates, single mother and what not! Ms. Maninee De is truly a combination of fire and ice. Get ready for this super fun conv…

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What's Your Mantra? (Official Trailer) 1:03

12M ago1:03

1:03

Welcome to "What's Your Mantra", our brand new podcast that's all about stepping into the "Spodlight" with our charming host, Mantra, who’ll take you on a thrilling joyride through candid chats, that'll keep you on the edge of your seat. Get ready to dive deep into the minds of our fascinating guests as they share their thoughts and stories, flowin…

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Dr Anna Lembke on her book, "Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence" 53:51

1y ago53:51

53:51

Dr Anna Lembke is a psychiatrist and the chief of the Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic at Stanford University School of Medicine. She has treated patients with addiction of all kinds including alcoholism and drug use. And behavioural ones such as smartphone and the internet. Her book Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the age of Indulgence…

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84| Navigating the Indian Medical System | Featuring Melody Crisp, Physician Assistant 26:30

1y ago26:30

26:30

Navigating the Indian medical system can be incredibly confusing, intimidating and even downright frustrating if you didn't grow up in South Asia. Knowing the ins and outs of how the medical field is run in India is crucial to being able to care for yourself and others in routine visits and especially emergencies. If you are visiting India, living …

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83| Predictions for the Future of Indian Podcasting with Indicast | Aditya Mhatre & Abhishek Kumar 20:44

1y ago20:44

20:44

I've been following Indicast with Aditya Mhatre and Abhishek Kumar for 17 years. They are the hosts of India's longest running multi-person podcast. Covering major business tycoon stories, to media personalities, to the latest news, these guys are the dynamic duo of Indian podcasting. In Part 2, Jessica talks with them about predictions for future …

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82| India's Longest Running Podcast | Indicast Part 1 41:58

1+ y ago41:58

41:58

Aditya Mhatre and Abhishek Kumar were two of the first people in India to start podcasting, and today more than 15 years later, their show theindicast.com is still running. Interviewing some of the biggest celebrities in India, with humility, intellect and humor, Aditya and Abhishek are a dynamic duo. During this interview, Jessica gets behind the …

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Gavin Jackson on his book, "Money In One Lesson" 36:03

1+ y ago36:03

36:03

You don't need to be an economics buff to enjoy Gavin Jackson's "Money In One Lesson". The fascinating book breaks down money and charts its history in a user-friendly manner. In this podcast Gavin talks about stuff like this: What's common between most of the monetary system, including banks, and the hawala system? How has it inspired entrepreneur…

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Ludwig Siegele, The Economist's top tech guru on ChatGPT 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

34:33

Ludwig Siegele, considered among the top tech gurus at The Economist, has covered the global tech industry since 1995. He sees the same excitement and chatter around ChatGPT in the Silicon valley as there was when the internet was born. In this podcast, Ludwig shares his views on the new sensation, which can do itself some good if it can slow itsel…

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81| Kids Hindi Lesson | Things NOT to Say in Hindi | Course Preview 15:09

1+ y ago15:09

15:09

What NOT to say in Hindi as a kid! This is an preview from the Kids' Hindi Kickstarter Course coming out next week on www.learnhindianywhere.com. It is an 18 part course taking you through all the responses you need to know as a kid in your first years of speaking Hindi. Jessica has 17 years experience in helping others learn Hindi and has multiple…

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Annie Lowrey on her book, "Give People Money: How a Universal Basic Income Would End Poverty, Revolutionize Work, and Remake the World" 42:23

1+ y ago42:23

42:23

Annie Lowrey's "Give People Money: How a Universal Basic Income Would End Poverty, Revolutionize Work, and Remake the World" is a richly reported book which brings to light some personal and often harrowing accounts of folks who could benefit instantly through cash transfers. Annie travelled to the boondocks in India and villages in Kenya where it …

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Philip Coggan on his book, "Surviving the Daily Grind: Bartleby's Guide to Work" 45:43

1+ y ago45:43

45:43

Philip Coggan's "Surviving the Daily Grind: Bartleby's Guide to Work" is an amusing account on corporate world's oddities. For instance, "Why so many managers pollute their utterances with so much inane jargon?" If we had a rupee for each time someone uses the word, "holistic" or recommends others to step outside their "comfort zone", we would all …

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80 | Unfair & Lovely | Colorism in India with Mallika Thoppay 20:48

1+ y ago20:48

20:48

In Episode 80, Jessica Kumar and Mallika Thoppay take on colorism in South Asian communities. Mallika shares about her activism and how colorism affects everyone and hurts us all. She works with children in helping them to accept others as they are and stand up for themselves if they are being discriminated against. She authored "Unfair and Lovely"…

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Tom Standage on his book, "A Brief History of Motion" 51:54

1+ y ago51:54

51:54

Tom Standage has authored seven history books. His most recent one charts the history of the wheel to self-driving cars and everything in between. Whereas the wheel remains among the most important inventions of mankind, it took thousands of years before we found mass applications for it. In this podcast Tom motors along different eras while descri…

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Point Blank with RB Ramesh, India's chess grandmaster-turned-coach 48:19

1+ y ago48:19

48:19

RB Ramesh started coaching when he was just 22 years old. His training institute "Chess Gurukul" has spawned champions who have brought over 100 medals for India in various competitions. Just last year his student, Praggnanandhaa or Pragg became the youngest player to defeat Magnus Carlsen, a giant of the game. In this podcast RB Ramesh talks about…

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79| Best of 2022 | HIGHLIGHTS AND REFLECTIONS FROM THIS YEAR 39:33

1+ y ago39:33

39:33

Join me for a wrap of 2022 with snippets of the best episodes from this year. I'm very thankful for your support and encouragement through the past four years! Here are the highlight episodes of 2022! Episode 68 - Eliza Keyton (EliKutty) - Ethics of Language Learning Episode 71 - Devika Cariapa - childrens' author and archaeologist! Episode 72 - Wh…

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78| Indian vs Western Education | A Guide for Moving Families 19:12

1+ y ago19:12

19:12

If you've ever wondered what the differences are between the educational system in Western countries, this episode is for you. If you're an NRI wondering if you should move back to India, or if you are a Westerner thinking about making the shift to India, this is for you too. In this episode, Jessica details the major differences between Indian and…

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77 | Thriving as a Foreigner in India | Part 2 | Relationships 20:38

2y ago20:38

20:38

How do you build relationships in India? Part 2 of this 2 part episode deals with the relational dynamics of living in India as someone who didn't grow up there. Skip the outdated guide books and listen in to this advice from Jessica, who first started living in India in 2006. Friendships, finding common ground, how to manage house help and languag…

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