Best Gaurav Gupta Podcasts (2024)

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EP067 - Credit Line on UPI - In conversation with Sivaram Kowta, President - Banking, Zeta India 40:26

3h ago40:26

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UPI is expanding at a remarkable pace, processing around 14 billion transactions each month. However, the introduction of Credit Line on UPI holds the potential to supercharge this growth, unlocking a staggering $1 trillion payment value opportunity by 2030. As part of our ongoing series on Credit Line on UPI, we sat down with Sivaram Kowta, Presid…

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From Pollution to Purpose: The Journey of Mathilda D'silva, Founder of Ocean Purpose Project 34:02

8d ago34:02

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Send us a text Get ready to be inspired by Mathilda D'Silva, the dynamic CEO and Founder of Ocean Purpose Project (OPP). Known as "the voice" from her days on Singapore Idol and radio, Mathilda has channeled her diverse career—from award-winning filmmaker to competitive dragon boater—into groundbreaking environmental solutions. In this episode, Mat…

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39. Weightlifting Insights from a Product Manager with Arianna Hoffman 35:11

11d ago35:11

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From Fitness Class to Weightlifting: Ariana's Journey and Insights on Health and Tech In this episode, Ariana shares her transformation from a sedentary college student diagnosed with Lyme disease to a committed weightlifting enthusiast and product manager. She discusses the myths around weightlifting, especially for women, and emphasizes the impor…

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EP066 - Credit Line on UPI - In conversation with Gaurav Mittal, CEO & Co-Founder, Vegapay 19:01

17d ago19:01

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It has been about a year since the Credit Line on UPI was announced. We caught up with Gaurav Mittal, CEO and co-founder of Vegapay, to understand what has happened in this space in the year gone by and what are some of the technology considerations for launching such a successful product. In the episode we discussed: 💸 Credit Lines and the role of…

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EP065 - National Fintech Day Special - Fintechs & MSMEs 44:47

1M ago44:47

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In this special episode of India Fintech Diaries, we celebrate National Fintech Day with a deep dive into the role of fintechs in supporting MSMEs, the backbone of India's economy. Our guests, Kumar Shekhar, Deputy Country Manager of Tide India, and Sundeep Mohindru, CEO,Promoter and Director of M1xchange, share their insights on the challenges and…

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38. The Anti-AI vs. Pro-AI Debate with Shane Ursani 41:51

1M ago41:51

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Navigating the Shifting Job Market and AI's Impact with Shane & Estee In this episode, Estee welcomes Shane, a director of engineering and AI enthusiast, to discuss the volatile job market and the profound impact of AI on the tech industry. They delve into the hiring booms and busts from 2022 to 2024, the intricacies of AI integration in companies,…

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Season 2, Episode 4: The Making of Sportz Village: A Chat with Co-founder and CEO Saumil Majmudar 37:42

1M ago37:42

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Send us a text Saumil Majmudar is the Co-founder, CEO, and Managing Director of Sportz Village. In this episode of "The Resilient Entrepreneur" podcast with Dhruti Shah, Saumil shares his compelling vision to get 100 million children to play and win through Sportz Village. Founded in 2003, Sportz Village collaborates with schools, academies, parent…

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37. Deep Dive into Fractional Product Management with Aakash Gupta 1:06:04

2M ago1:06:04

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Unlocking the Power of Fractional Product Leadership with Aakash Gupta In this episode of the Estee Show, we explore the evolving world of fractional product leadership with expert Aakash Gupta. This deep dive follows our previous discussion on the topic with Ben Erez and expands on the insights found in an extensive 16,000-word article co-authored…

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36. How to Conduct Effective Reference Checks with Allison Yamamoto 1:08:44

2M ago1:08:44

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Mastering the Art of Reference Checks: Deep Dives and Honest Insights with Alison In this episode, Alison delves into the intricacies of conducting reference checks, sharing her personal experiences and methodology for obtaining the most valuable insights. The conversation explores the importance of in-depth questions, how to detect sincerity versu…

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35. The Rise of Fractional Work in Product Management with Ben Erez 1:05:24

3M ago1:05:24

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Transforming Tech Careers: The Rise of Fractional Work with Ben Erez In this episode, we explore the revolutionary concept of 'fractional work' and its impact on career trajectories in the tech industry. Our guest, Ben Erez, shares his experience transitioning from a full-time product manager to embracing fractional work. He discusses his roles wit…

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Season 2, Episode 3: Story of the 'Clothing Man' Anshu Gupta, Co-founder of Goonj 58:05

2M ago58:05

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Send us a text Join us as we welcome Anshu Gupta, the visionary co-founder of Goonj and the man known across India as the Clothing Man. In 1999, Anshu left a promising corporate career to address a glaring gap in development work: the basic need for clothing. Along with his wife Meenakshi, who co-founded Goonj, they started with just 67 items of cl…

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34. Bonus: Product Management Lessons from the Presidential Debate with David Lifson 31:07

3M ago31:07

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Navigating Product Management Through the Lens of Political Strategy In this bonus episode of the Estee show, David Lifson, a seasoned Chief Product Officer, joins the conversation to extract lessons from the recent presidential debate from June 27th, 2024. The discussion focuses on how product managers can learn from high-stakes political scenario…

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33. Mastering Product Decisions with Napkin Math with Gaurav Hardikar 38:57

3M ago38:57

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Gaurav Discusses the Power of Napkin Math for Product Management In this episode, Gaurav Hardikar, VP of Product at HomeLight, talks about his journey through the real estate and startup scenes at companies like Zillow, Trulia, and now Homelight. He dives into the concept of 'Napkin Math' for Product Managers, advocating for quick and efficient dec…

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32. The Intersection of Product Management and Design with Toma Lulgjuraj 46:32

3M ago46:32

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Creating Quality Products: A Candid Conversation with Toma on Design and Product Management In this episode, Estee converses with Toma, the first designer guest on the show, about the integral relationship between design and product management. They reflect on how they connected through a humorously truthful LinkedIn post that Toma put up about the…

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31. Artificial Intelligence Strategies for Personalization and Pricing with Rachel Windzberg 44:01

3M ago44:01

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Leveraging AI in Product Management with Rachel: Insights Beyond the Basics Rachel, an experienced AI product manager, shares her journey from electrical engineering to working at esteemed companies like Microsoft, Facebook, and Instagram. She discusses her career transition, the rise of AI, and the essential paper 'Attention Is All You Need.' Rach…

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30. Demystifying Corporate Speak with David Lifson 38:34

3M ago38:34

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Decoding Corporate Jargon and Navigating Workplace Dynamics In this episode, David Lifson returns to discuss the complexities and humor found in corporate jargon. The conversation covers the differences between real-world language and corporate speak, the creation of in-groups and out-groups through jargon, and the challenges faced by non-native En…

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Season 2, Episode 2: Gaurav VK Singhvi, Co-Founder of WeFounderCircle 31:24

4M ago31:24

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Send us a text Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient. On today's episode from the line of social entrepreneurs, we have Gaurav VK Singhvi, who has transitioned from the corporate world to the thril…

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29. The Art of the Sabbatical Career Break with Ali Sipher 36:00

4M ago36:00

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The episode covers Ali Sipher's experience taking a 7-month career break. She discusses the importance of setting clear goals for the break, such as self-discovery and exploring new directions. Financial planning for 1.5-2x the intended break duration is recommended to avoid undue pressure. The initial months involved decompressing from the fast-pa…

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28. From Glory to Turmoil: The Downfall of Boeing with Kathryn Creedy 42:19

4M ago42:19

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The Boiling Crisis at Boeing: Unpacking Five Years of Turbulence In this episode, Kathryn and Estee dive into the ongoing crises and challenges confronting Boeing and the airline aviation industry. From crashes, the tragic suicide of a whistleblower to damning congressional hearings, Kathryn, an expert journalist with extensive industry experience,…

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27. Beyond Intuition: Framework for Evidence-Guided Product Management with Itamar Gilad 55:53

4M ago55:53

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In this episode of The Estee Show, Itamar Gilad, a former product manager at Google, Microsoft, and IBM, discusses his experiences and insights from his career. Focusing on his new book, 'Evidence Guided, Creating High-Impact Products in the Face of Uncertainty' he introduces the concept of 'evidence-guided' product management, contrasting it with …

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26. How to Break into Product Management at Top Tech Companies with Alex Rechevskiy 43:30

4M ago43:30

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This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having top tech company names on one's…

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Season 2, Episode 1: Stanzin Jorden & Thinles Norboo of Ladakh Basket 30:56

4M ago30:56

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Send us a text Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient. As promised, today’s episode marks the opening of a brand-new Season 2 of ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’. In this season, we will bring you stori…

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25. Product as a Way of Thinking with Brody Clemmer 37:13

5M ago37:13

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A Journey from Radio to Product Management and the Essence of Product Thinking The script features an engaging conversation between the host and Brody Clemmer, a former radio host turned product manager, who shares his unique career path from working in radio to eventually finding a passion for product management and mental health. Brody discusses …

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24. Product Management in Founder-Led Startups with David Lifson 53:48

5M ago53:48

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Product Management in Founder-Led Startups with David Lifson: From Startup to Scale In this episode, David Lifson shares his extensive experience in product management across different stages of company growth, including startups and major companies like Amazon and Etsy. Lifson discusses the challenges of being the first head of product for a first…

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EP064 - GenAI - In conversation with Ankit Ratan, Co-Founder, Signzy 45:37

5M ago45:37

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In our next episode on AI, we spoke with Ankit Ratan, Co-Founder Signzy. Ankit helped us understand and answer the important question of how GenAI is helping banks with compliance and regulators with monitoring compliance. In our conversation we discussed: 🤖 GenAI and Financial services use cases in India ⚙️ SupeTech and GenAI 🔑 Key considerations …

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23. Escaping A Cult and Embracing Engineering — The Incredible Life of Michael St. Claire 55:23

5M ago55:23

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From Cult to Code: Michael's Journey of Curiosity and Adaptation In this episode of the Estee Show, the host welcomes Michael, a multifaceted individual with a background ranging from growing up in a cult-like fundamentalist religious organization to becoming a chef and later transitioning into a successful technology engineer and chief engineering…

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EP063 - GenAI - In conversation with Anant Gupta, FSI Head, Google Cloud India 30:59

5M ago30:59

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In our latest episode on AI, we spoke with Anant Gupta, FSI Head, Google Cloud India to better understand how AI use cases are implemented on the cloud and how financial services firms could leverage the cloud to bring AI use cases to life. During our conversation we discussed: 🤖 GenAI and Financial services use cases in India ⚙️ Implementing AI us…

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22. Behind the Scenes of the Podcast Journey: with Franciska Kosman 32:37

6M ago32:37

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Navigating Podcast Creation In this episode, Francisca is invited to lead, a veteran podcast host known for addressing hot topics in the Jewish Orthodox world. During their conversation, they momentarily experience an earthquake, which adds an unexpected twist. Francisca shares insights into the challenges of podcasting, including a discussion on u…

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Episode 6: Devendra Agrawal of Dexter Capital Advisors 41:12

6M ago41:12

41:12

Send us a text Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient. Success stories are great to keep you motivated, but true learning happens when you fail, stumble, reflect, and rise. If you listen closely, yo…

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21. Can Product Managers Thrive in 'Feature Factory' Environments? with Ben Erez 50:11

6M ago50:11

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Navigating the Realities of Product Management This podcast episode dives into the complexities and challenges of product management, particularly in environments far removed from the idealized 'product-led' approach advocated by thought leaders like Marty Kagan. The episode discusses the controversy around current product management practices, emp…

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EP062 - GenAI - In conversation with Raoul Nanavati, Co-founder & CEO, Navana 26:50

6M ago26:50

26:50

Generative AI is rapidly transforming many industries across the globe and financial services is one of them. To better understand the impact of GenAI and AI in general on the financial services space, our next few episodes will be focused on speaking to companies and leaders in this space. To begin unpacking this topic we spoke with Raoul Nanavati…

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20. Embracing Remote Work and Navigating the Waves of AI with Sam Szuchan 24:54

6M ago24:54

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In this engaging conversation, the guest Sam, a LinkedIn influencer and ghostwriter for B2B on LinkedIn, unpacks the dynamics between remote, hybrid, and in-person work environments, especially in the wake of COVID-19. Sam advocates for the benefits of remote work for both employees and employers, highlighting improved productivity, satisfaction, a…

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19. AI Gone Wrong? Unpacking the Biases of Generative Models with Arven Sheinin 26:32

6M ago26:32

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This episode features a conversation with Arven Sheinin discussing the evolution and intricacies of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (Gen AI). Together, we explore the differences between AI and Gen AI, using examples to illustrate how these technologies impact daily life, from Google searches to chatbot interactions. The script also …

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18. Are layoffs in tech the new normal? With Gabby Hayes 34:24

7M ago34:24

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The Tech Layoffs Tide: Insights and Predictions with Gabby Hayes This episode delves into the landscape of tech layoffs post-COVID, highlighting the shift from rapid growth during the pandemic to the increase in layoffs across the tech industry. The discussion kicks off with an exploration of how tech giants like Amazon, Apple, Google, and Meta exp…

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EP061 - Wealthtech - In conversation with Ridhi Doongursee, Co-founder LXME 26:20

7M ago26:20

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Did you know that 95% of women did not access any financial platform? To understand what are some of the barriers to financial product adoption among women and how fintechs can help solve this, we thought that it would be a timely topic to deep dive into on International Women’s day. To help us unpack this topic we spoke with Ridhi Doongursee, Co-f…

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Episode 5: Srishty Jain Founder and CEO of CoLLearn 33:22

7M ago33:22

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Send us a text Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient. Success stories are great to keep you motivated, but true learning happens when you fail, stumble, reflect, and rise. If you listen closely, yo…

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17. Prioritizing Fatherhood in a Career-Driven World with David Maywald 52:10

7M ago52:10

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This episode explores the crucial role fathers play in families, with guest David Maywald sharing his personal experiences and observations. David argues that fathers are vital for children's well-being and societal good, yet societal pressures and lack of support often hinder their involvement. He challenges traditional gender roles and advocates …

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DLAI Fintech Conclave 2024 - Empowering Women: Closing the Credit Gap 32:29

7M ago32:29

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This Friday is International Women’s Day, and we thought that in our next episode in the DLAI Fintech Podcast Series, we would discuss the important issue of the credit gap between genders and how we can bridge it. To shed more light on the issue and provide insights on solutions, we spoke with Puneet Gupta, Co-Founder of Kaleidofin. We discussed: …

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DLAI Fintech Conclave 2024 - Digital Lending Guidelines: One Year Later 24:08

7M ago24:08

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In Sep 2022, the RBI announced the Digital Lending Guidelines which had a profound impact on the digital lending landscape in India. Now over one year later we unbox what this has meant for the ecosystem with our special guest Sanjay Khan Nagra, Partner, Khaitan & Co. In the episode we discussed:🏛️ Recap of the Digital Lending Guidelines📜 Impact on…

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16. Big Verbs, Bold Moves: Unveiling the Secrets of Product Leadership with Dan Lawyer, Chief Product Officer of Lucid 54:00

7M ago54:00

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Demystifying Product Management: A Comprehensive Discussion with Dan Lawyer, Chief Product Officer at Lucid Software In this detailed conversation, Dan Lawyer, Chief Product Officer at Lucid Software, shares his approach to product management and project planning. He elaborates on his preference for attaining a hard 'yes' or 'no' from stakeholders …

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DLAI Fintech Conclave 2024 - Artificial Intelligence in Fintech 40:30

7M ago40:30

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In our next episode in the DLAI Fintech Conclave 2024 podcast series, we examine Artificial Intelligence and how it's powering new and old use cases in financial services. To unpack this, we were joined by Anuj Kacker, Co-Founder of Freo and Neeraj Gupta, Managing Director of Branch International. We discussed: Use cases of AI in Financial Services…

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DLAI Fintech Conclave 2024 - SRO and it’s implications for Fintech 22:01

7M ago22:01

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We are back with a special podcast series in collaboration with the DLAI Fintech Conclave 2024. In the first episode in the series we caught up with Jatinder Handoo, CEO of DLAI on the recently announced framework for Self Regulatory Organizations (SRO) and its implications for Fintechs. We discussed: What is an SRO? Salient features of the SRO fra…

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15. The Cost of Courage: Remembering Alexei Navalny 44:19

7M ago44:19

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The episode covers an in-depth discussion on Alexei Navalny, the Russian opposition leader who had been a strong critic of President Putin. The document covers Navalny's rise, his work fighting corruption in Russia, and the monumental impact he has had on the Russian political scene. It also discusses his unfortunate poisoning and subsequent death,…

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14. Elon Pay Package Struck Down: Fair or Foul? With Dov Goldschmidt 28:06

8M ago28:06

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Analyzing Elon Musk's Compensation Package Legal Challenge and Its Implications In this conversation, Dov joins the host to discuss Elon Musk's striking down of his pay package deal by the court, and the wider implications of this event. After brushing up on the legal disputes and business details of Musk's compensation package, the two question if…

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EP060 - Wealthtech - In conversation with Satyen Kothari, Founder & CEO Cube Wealth 44:39

8M ago44:39

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In the last few years the entire landscape of retail investing in India has changed. From being able to invest in stocks at the click of a button to opening an FD digitally to being able to invest in new avenues like invoice factoring, P2P lending, alternative assets etc. the Indian retail investor has come a long way. We spoke with Satyen on what’…

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13. The Art of the Pivot with Andrew McConnell 36:49

8M ago36:49

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The Evolution and Future of Online MarketPlaces: A Conversation with Andrew McConnell Andrew McConnell, serial entrepreneur with a background in consulting and a positive outlook on life, discusses his journey starting from law school, his shift to consulting and his ventures in the online marketplace sector, namely Vacation Futures, Rented.com and…

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Episode 4: Vineet Saxena Founder of CARD91 and Co-Founder of Myntra 41:10

8M ago41:10

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Send us a text Welcome to The Resilient Entrepreneur podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient. Success stories are great to keep you motivated, but true learning happens when you fail, stumble, reflect, and rise. If you listen closely, you …

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EP059 - What’s in store for Indian Fintech in 2024? 21:05

8M ago21:05

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After an absolutely interesting 2023, we were wondering what's in store for 2024? To answer that question we spoke with Jatinder Handoo - CEO of the Digital Lenders Association of India, Dhirendra Mahyavanshi - Co-founder of Turtlemint, Rajesh Mirjankar - MD & CEO at Kiya.ai and Satyen Kothari - Founder and CEO of Cube Wealth. We spoke with them ab…

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12. What is going on with the Israeli Supreme Court? 42:21

9M ago42:21

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What is going on with the Israeli Supreme Court? This discussion delves into the Israeli political system, highlighting the significant role and influence of the Supreme Court. The speakers touch on various topics including the distinction between laws and 'basic laws' in Israel, which are somewhat equivalent to a constitution. A key point of the d…

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Episode 3: Shweta Thakur CEO and Founder of Wildermart 31:55

9M ago31:55

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Send us a text Wishing you all a fabulous New Year 2024! Welcome to The Resilient Entrepreneur podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient. Success stories are great to keep you motivated, but true learning happens when you fail, stumble, refl…

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