Best Coursera Podcasts (2024)

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He quit his own company to build Aadhaar, UPI, ONDC for India - Dr.Pramod Varma 48:27

8h ago48:27

48:27

In this special episode, we hosted a very esteemed guest Dr.Pramod Varma, the Former Chief Architect Aadhaar, UPI, & India Stack, CTO EkStep Foundation, Co-Chair CDPI.dev, Co-Founder FIDE.org. He played an integral role in architecting India’s digital health infrastructure, vaccination and immunization infrastructure (Co-WIN & DIVOC). He is the Co-…

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The AI Opportunity for Startups with Shripati Acharya, Pankaj Agarwal and Jerome Manuel 42:47

2d ago42:47

42:47

In this special podcast episode, we talk about the massive AI opportunity - how it has evolved since the introduction of the first GPT models and what the future looks like and why we at Prime are super excited about it. Our in-house Artificial Intelligence (AI) experts Shripati Acharya and Pankaj Agarwal (Investments @ PrimeVenturePartners) provid…

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How is AI changing Coursera and education? In conversation with Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda 44:35

1M ago44:35

44:35

In this exciting new episode, Shripati Acharya spoke to Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera. @coursera is the world's leading online education company with 148 million registered learners globally, 7000+ courses from the top 325+ universities and companies. Jeff Maggioncalda joined Coursera as CEO in June 2017, he previously served for 18 years as t…

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Safe Futures & Options (F&O) trading with Punch's Amit Dhakad 39:01

2M ago39:01

39:01

In this exciting new episode, Shripati Acharyai spoke to Amit Dhakad - a new-age entrepreneur building ‘Punch’, a single screen trading platform making options trading accessible and safe for young Indians. Amit provides a nuanced explanation of the mechanics of futures and options specifically for retail and individual traders. He emphasizes the a…

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The Story of Niyo's IPL Advertisements with Vinay Bagri (Co-founder & CEO, Niyo) 32:53

2M ago32:53

32:53

In this podcast episode, we bring to you an exciting new episode on the IPL Ads of Niyo that went viral. Sanjay Swamy chats with Vinay Bagri, Co-Founder and CEO, Niyo who explains the backstory of each of the four (4) Ads for our viewers/listeners. Ad 1: Zero = Hero (No Forex Markup) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVT35es28SY Ad 2: Trip Planned …

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India Fintech 3.0 - UPI, Lending, Compliance, GenAI with Srikanth Rajagopalan, Anshul Rai & Sanjay Swamy 31:13

2M ago31:13

31:13

Introducing Prime’s special series on ‘Fintech in India - Past, Present and the Future’. This is the 3rd episode titled ‘India Fintech 3.0 - UPI, Lending, Compliance, GenAI’ in a 3 part series. In this special series of episodes, Sanjay Swamy, our Managing Partner speaks with industry stalwarts Srikanth Rajagopalan and Anshul Rai. Srikanth is curre…

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India Fintech 2.0 - Wallets, E-commerce, Uber & PayTm with Srikanth Rajagopalan, Anshul Rai & Sanjay Swamy 40:23

3M ago40:23

40:23

Introducing Prime’s special series on ‘Fintech in India - Past, Present and the Future’. This is the 2nd episode titled ‘India Fintech 2.0 - Wallets, E-commerce, Uber & PayTm’ in a 3 part series. In this special series of episodes, Sanjay Swamy, our Managing Partner speaks with industry stalwarts Srikanth Rajagopalan and Anshul Rai. Srikanth is cur…

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India Fintech 1.0 - Pre Aadhaar & Smartphones with Srikanth Rajagopalan, Anshul Rai & Sanjay Swamy 32:24

3M ago32:24

32:24

Introducing Prime’s special series on ‘Fintech in India - Past, Present and the Future’. This is the 1st episode titled ‘India Fintech 1.0 - Pre Aadhaar & Smartphones’ in a 3 part series. In this special series of episodes, Sanjay Swamy, our Managing Partner speaks with industry stalwarts Srikanth Rajagopalan and Anshul Rai. Srikanth is currently t…

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Gaming & Venture Capital Funding in India 54:25

3M ago54:25

54:25

In this special podcast episode, our in-house Gaming experts Shripati Acharya and Gaurav Ranjan (Investments @PrimeVenturePartners) share everything about the ‘Gaming’ sector in India. They share deep insights on the current state, the future, game categories and what kind of companies Prime is excited to invest in. Why is Prime bullish about the G…

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The ‘Money & Opportunity in Bharat’ with Nitin Agrawal, Founder & CEO, Navadhan Capital 46:34

4M ago46:34

46:34

In this podcast episode, Shivani Kulkarni (AVP, Investments @ Prime Venture Partners ) speaks to Nitin Agrawal (Founder & CEO @ Navadhan Capital), an IRMA graduate, a former CEO of Spandana Sphoorty and an inspiring leader passionate about rural India. Nitin highlights his journey from a lower middle class family in Meerut in Uttar Pradesh to CEO o…

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MakeMyTrip Acquisition, 2000+ cities in India, an incredible 'Savaari' with Gaurav Aggarwal, Founder & CEO at Savaari 42:57

4M ago42:57

42:57

In this podcast episode, Amit Somani speaks to Gaurav Aggarwal the incredible Founder & CEO at Savaari Car Rentals who inspiringly led his company to be acquired by MakeMyTrip in 2023/2024. Savaari is India's largest premier chauffeur driven inter-city car rental service with presence in 2000+ Indian cities. Gaurav is a resilient, poster boy of Ind…

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This Genius built a ~800 Crore Startup (Bootstrapped & Profitable) with Mukri, Founder ZopSmart 56:11

5M ago56:11

56:11

In this podcast episode, Amit Somani speaks to Mukesh Singh a.k.a Mukri (Founder of ZopSmart) a winner of the ‘Economic Times Comeback Kid Award Winner, 2023’. Mukri is a maverick entrepreneur who has staged an unimaginable dramatic pivot shutting down a 70%-80% revenue business to focusing on a newer product based on market estimation and gut. He …

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Digii - The Ed’Tech’ transforming India’s education 42:08

5M ago42:08

42:08

In this exciting new episode, Amit Somani spoke to Hemant Sahal - a missionary entrepreneur solving a critical problem of digitizing Indian universities and institutions. Hemant’s insights on the necessity for specialized enterprise software (SaaS) in education institutions are compelling, as he recounts his multifaceted experiences as a student, t…

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How Bolt.Earth is charging 1300+ Indian cities - Part 2' with Jyotiranjan Harichandan, Co-founder, Bolt. Earth 24:31

6M ago24:31

24:31

In this podcast episode, Sanjay Swamy one of the first institutional investors in Bolt.Earth embarks on a reminiscent journey with Jyoti, as we uncover the story of India's most exciting EV charging startup. Jyoti shares insights from audacious beginnings selling EV software solutions to Chinese manufacturers and how COVID helped them 'Make in Indi…

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How Bolt.Earth is charging 1300+ Indian cities - Part 1 with Mohit Yadav, Co-founder, Bolt. Earth 29:56

6M ago29:56

29:56

Unlock the secrets of India's electric vehicle (EV) revolution with our latest guest, Mohit Yadav, the co-founder of Bolt. Earth. Mohit breaks down the EV adoption race, showcasing how micro-mobility is taking the lead where two-wheelers and three-wheelers rule Indian roads with gadget-like features and smart integrations. He simplifies the EV char…

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2024 Predictions - Indian VCs, Startups, IPOs, Unicorns & more! 49:41

6M ago49:41

49:41

Welcoming 2024 with this exciting episode, we have our three partners Sanjay Swamy, Shripati Acharya and Amit Somani share their predictions and thoughts for what this leap year holds! If you’re a founder raising funds or even thinking of starting this year you must watch this conversation as hot topics such as '$20B dry powder, Unicorns, 70h/weeks…

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2023 Rewind with Sanjay Swamy, Shripati Acharya & Amit Somani 45:47

7M ago45:47

45:47

On this special episode we have our three partners Sanjay Swamy, Shripati Acharya and Amit Somani discuss what happened in 2023 across the global and Indian startup ecosystem. They deep dive on GenAI, ChatGPT, the India Opportunity, ‘funding winter’ and many such themes that dominated the world of startups! Listen to the podcast to learn more about…

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Ep10: How to Get Coursera Courses for Free 4:18

9M ago4:18

4:18

The script is from episode 21 of a podcast, where the speaker explains how to access Coursera courses for free with a public library card. The speaker details that this is possible for people living in specific states and cities like California, New York, Tennessee, Missouri, and Chicago. The speaker shares his personal experience of using library …

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Ep9: LinkedIn Learning Free with a Library Card... And a Whole Lot More! 11:30

9M ago11:30

11:30

Unlock Free Learning Resources with your Public Library Card In this podcast, I will tell you how to access premium online learning resources like LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, and Coursera for free, simply by utilizing your public library card. Most people don't know that library cards can open doors to various resources, varying from library to libra…

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Ep8: It's a New World Out There 17:50

10M ago17:50

17:50

Introduction Inspiration behind the episode title. Observations on job seekers' frustrations and challenges. Personal Experience Reflecting on the host's job search in 2018. Comparing past experiences with the current job market. The Digital Shift The evolution of online job applications. The ambiguity of LinkedIn job post statistics. The mindset o…

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Ep7: Creating Your Own Real-World Experience 7:27

11M ago7:27

7:27

Introduction Reflection on a recent episode and a LinkedIn quote about the importance of hands-on experience. The universal applicability of the quote: "Never underestimate the importance of hands-on experience when it comes to securing your dream job." The Power of Certifications and Classes The value of studying for certifications and taking clas…

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Ep6: Bridging the Experience Gap 19:57

11M ago19:57

19:57

In Episode 6 of our series, we explore the exciting journey of seasoned professionals transitioning into the rapidly evolving world of IT and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This episode is packed with insights, strategies, and actionable advice for those looking to bridge the experience gap and leverage their traditional skills in the tech domain. K…

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Ep5: Laying the Foundation 20:45

12M ago20:45

20:45

"Laying the Foundation" dives deep into the complexities and intricacies of the modern job market. Whether you're a fresh graduate or contemplating a mid-career switch, join us as we unravel the tools, strategies, and mindsets necessary to navigate your career journey with confidence. From understanding the ever-evolving digital landscape to master…

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Ep4: 2 AI Powered Tools You Need to Get to Know 10:20

12M ago10:20

10:20

In this episode, I share Wonsulting.ai, a tool that refines resumes for better compatibility and standout bullet points. Next, Sonara.ai, which automates the job application process by matching users to suitable job postings based on their optimized resumes. The emphasis lies on the power of a well-crafted resume, and when paired with these AI tool…

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Ep3: Beyond the Resume: Navigating the Job Search with Creativity 15:37

12M ago15:37

15:37

Welcome to another episode of "Beyond the Resume." We're diving deep into the world of job hunting. But we're not just talking about sending out resumes and waiting for a call. We're exploring unique and insightful strategies to stay motivated, optimistic, and proactive during your job search. So, whether you're a fresh graduate or a seasoned profe…

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Ep2: Q&A: How to Get Through Rough Times 22:31

1y ago22:31

22:31

A listener to the Hire Drive asks the one question everybody who's looking for a job has on their mind "I just listened to your first podcast ep as I've been scrambling for a job since being laid off in March.What's the one thing that helped you through this tough time?" Tool Mentioned on this podcast: https://justaskmarc.com/sonara If you have a q…

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Trailer: The Hire Drive Podcast 1:35

1y ago1:35

1:35

Looking to turbocharge your job search and land your dream role? Well, you've come to the right place! Welcome to the Hire Drive podcast, your ultimate companion on the road to career success.By Marc David

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Ep1: Welcome to the Hire Drive 24:05

1y ago24:05

24:05

Welcome to the very first episode of 'The Hire Drive.' I'm your host, Marc David, and I'm thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey. This podcast is born out of real-life experiences, challenges, and triumphs in the job-seeking world. It's not just another career advice show; it's a platform where we'll share genuine insights, stories, …

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Demystifying Startup Math: A Guide to TAM, Metrics, and Business Growth 55:31

1y ago55:31

55:31

Shripati Acharya, Managing Partner Prime Venture Partners & Amit Somani Managing Partner Prime Venture Partners discuss BAD MATHS in the Startup world on this episode. Say goodbye to relying on "magical numbers" and instead focus on a thorough understanding of your market and customers for better results. We discuss key business metrics for growth,…

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Career Cornerstones: Find Alignment and Build a Fulfilling Career with Diana Alt 43:28

1y ago43:28

43:28

Diana Alt, a certified career coach with 20+ years experience in tech, discusses the concept of "career cornerstones" and shares insights on building a fulfilling career. In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of finding work that aligns with your interests and skills and encourages you to explore side hustles or alternative avenues to fill…

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#131 Flying Taxis, Future of Aviation & Defrastructure with Satya Chakravarthy Co-Founder The ePlane Company 40:12

1y ago40:12

40:12

Satya Chakravarthy Co-Founder The ePlane Company in conversation with Shripati Acharya, Managing Partner Prime Venture Partners. Listen to the podcast to learn about: 04:00 - Entrepreneurship is About Solving a Problem 16:00 - Flying Taxis for City Travel 20:00 - Aviation Will Get Disrupted by Electrification 30:00 - Infrastructure & Defrastructure…

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